Schwab Intermediate-Term U.S. Treasury ETF Price & Performance (SCHR)

On March 14, 2025, ETF markets saw significant shifts as gold and tech funds gained traction. SPDR Gold Shares drew $674 million, while ProShares UltraPro QQQ attracted $309 million. Conversely, iShares Core S&P 500 ETF faced $4.8 billion in outflows, reflecting tax-related trades and changing market sentiment.1

The Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (SCHZ) has maintained its appeal with a diversified portfolio of high-quality bonds, including 70% rated AA or higher. Analysts note its tax-efficient structure and potential resilience against rate fluctuations, making it a solid choice for fixed-income investors.2

As of March 14, 2025, the 10-year Treasury yield stood at 4.31%, while the 2-year yield reached 4.02%. The inverted yield curve persists, raising recession fears. Historically, such inversions have preceded economic downturns, with varying lead times before recessions materialize.3