iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF
FALN

$27.36

0.11%

Market Cap: $1.85B

0

Funds holding %

of 6,728 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

4% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 29 | Existing positions closed: 28

0% more funds holding

Funds holding: 258 [Q1] → 259 (+1) [Q2]

10% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 91 | Existing positions reduced: 101

4.58% less ownership

Funds ownership: 72.02% [Q1] → 67.44% (-4.58%) [Q2]

8% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $1.23B [Q1] → $1.13B (-$100M) [Q2]

29% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q1] → 5 (-2) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FALN.

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Financial journalist opinion

Precise Exposure of Fixed Income ETFs

While ETF popularity continues to grow, education remains key. Some advisors and investors use ETFs along with mutual funds or individual securities.

Precise Exposure of Fixed Income ETFs

FALN ETF: As Smooth As High-Yield Gets

We believe the iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF illustrates a good blend of credit risk and yield curve exposure, allowing a stable pricing environment. Furthermore, FALN ETF provides lucrative dividends, which could be sustained if our outlook on credit risk and the yield curve pans out. Although debatable, our models forecast an all-in return above 10%.

FALN ETF: As Smooth As High-Yield Gets

Are dividend ETFs like JEPI, DVY, FALN, and VYM worth it?

Dividend ETFs have become popular assets among income-focused investors because of the regular income they provide. Many big funds like the iShares Select Dividend ETF (DVY) and the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) have attracted over $17 billion and $54 billion in assets.

Are dividend ETFs like JEPI, DVY, FALN, and VYM worth it?

FALN: Great Fund, But Timing Isn't Right Yet

iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF offers potential for higher yields and price appreciation by investing in downgraded investment-grade corporate bonds. The FALN ETF has a well-diversified portfolio and a cost-effective structure, making it an attractive option for income and capital appreciation. However, the strategy carries risks such as default risk, interest rate risk, and market volatility, and should be considered after a credit dislocation takes place.

FALN: Great Fund, But Timing Isn't Right Yet

Bond ETF Breakdown: High Yield Back in Vogue?

The Federal Reserve just wrapped up another policy meeting, and markets continue to push back their expectations of a first rate cut. As of Wednesday, the federal funds futures market is pricing in 60% odds of a first cut in September.

Bond ETF Breakdown: High Yield Back in Vogue?

SPHY Vs. FALN: Which High-Yield Corporate Bond ETF Is Best For Retirees?

SPHY and FALN are my top two high-yield corporate bond ETF picks.

SPHY Vs. FALN: Which High-Yield Corporate Bond ETF Is Best For Retirees?

Juan's Top Dividend ETFs For 2024

On Seeking Alpha, I focus on dividend ETFs targeted towards income investors and retirees. Dividend ETFs focusing on bonds and fixed-income securities have seen significant dividend growth these past two years. Some offer incredibly compelling yields. Of these, five funds stand out. A quick look at these follows.

Juan's Top Dividend ETFs For 2024

FALN: Fallen Angel ETF, Proven Investment Strategy, Strong Performance, 5.4% Yield

FALN invests in recently downgraded bonds, known as fallen angels, which have historically outperformed high-yield corporate bond benchmarks. The fund has outperformed since inception and will, I believe, continue to outperform moving forward. I am assigning a buy rating to the fund based on its investment strategy and track record.

FALN: Fallen Angel ETF, Proven Investment Strategy, Strong Performance, 5.4% Yield

Contrarian Idea For 2024: High-Yield Bonds With FALN

High-yield bonds offer higher yields as compensation for higher risks associated with lower credit ratings. The U.S. economy is in a stage between late cycle and recession, but there are signs of recovery in the near future. Understanding how bonds perform in different stages of the business cycle is key to investing in bonds successfully.

Contrarian Idea For 2024: High-Yield Bonds With FALN

4 Strong High-Yield Corporate Bond ETFs, With Yields Of 5.2% - 7.4%

Federal Reserve hikes have caused yields to increase across fixed-income asset classes. High-yield bonds and bond funds offer particularly high, growing yields. An overview of four of these funds follows.

4 Strong High-Yield Corporate Bond ETFs, With Yields Of 5.2% - 7.4%

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