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This exchange-traded fund (ETF) commits at least 80% of its net assets to high-yield, sub-investment grade corporate bonds denominated in U.S. dollars. These investments can be made either directly or indirectly, for example, through the use of derivative instruments. The fund maintains a non-diversified portfolio.
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XBB is a well-structured, low-cost ETF offering diversified exposure to BB-rated high-yield bonds, ideal as a fixed income building block. Current market spreads are at historical lows, making XBB primarily a low-yield dividend play with limited upside and significant downside risk. Despite liking XBB's construction, we rate it a 'Sell' due to unfavorable risk/reward, especially when safer assets offer comparable yields.
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