

iShares US & Intl High Yield Corp Bond ETF offers global high yield exposure, blending US and international sub-investment grade bonds for diversified credit premium. GHYG currently pays a modest yield premium (+21 bps) over US-only high yield ETFs, reflecting higher risk appetite required for non-US exposure. The fund's portfolio is anchored by 66% US weight and a high-quality mix (56% BB, 33% B), balancing carry with moderate risk.

GHYG offers global high-yield corporate bond exposure, currently holding only USD-denominated debt and overweight in BB-rated names for a conservative tilt. The fund has a low duration (2.8 years), granular portfolio, and a 6.3% yield, but is vulnerable to sharp drawdowns during market stress. Long-term performance is robust, but recent returns are dampened by the 2022 rate spike; total returns now mirror similar ETFs like HYEM.

Recent uncertainty, instigated by the issues seen across the financial sector, has led to a change in investment flows seen across exchange traded funds. A change in investment flows can be seen over the month of March as equity market volatility has increased.

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