Macquarie Etf Trust - Tax-Free Usa Short Term ETF Price & Performance (STAX)

The growing interest in defensive investments, such as private credit and other low-risk assets, highlights investor caution amidst a volatile economic landscape. Institutional fund managers are increasingly favoring these options to shield portfolios from market turbulence. This trend underscores a broader shift towards safety-first strategies in the investment world.1

Macquarie Asset Management has introduced the National High-Yield Municipal Bond ETF (HTAX), aiming to provide investors with tax-advantaged income and competitive returns. This marks the firm’s second actively managed municipal bond ETF, leveraging its expertise in managing $11.8 billion in municipal assets. The fund targets risk-adjusted returns through a disciplined approach.2

Australian investors are increasingly accessing US markets through ETFs listed on the ASX, such as Vanguard U.S. Total Market Shares Index ETF and BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF. These options eliminate currency conversion fees while offering exposure to US equities. Brokers also provide streamlined platforms for direct US share trading.3