iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETFFALN
FALN
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Funds holding %
of 7,363 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
32% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 108 | Existing positions reduced: 82
5% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 42 | Existing positions closed: 40
3% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $1.25B [Q3] → $1.29B (+$38.1M) [Q4]
0.41% more ownership
Funds ownership: 67.42% [Q3] → 67.83% (+0.41%) [Q4]
0% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 6 [Q3] → 6 (+0) [Q4]
3% less funds holding
Funds holding: 271 [Q3] → 263 (-8) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FALN.
Financial journalist opinion
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
High Yield Is Not As High As You Think. WEA Vs. FALN, CEF Vs. ETF
Recent trends show narrowing spreads between Treasuries and investment-grade bonds, pushing us to explore slightly below investment-grade bond portfolios for better yields. We analyze iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF and Western Asset Premier Bond Fund for their yield potential and risk profiles. FALN offers a 6.88% yield to maturity with a "BB-" credit score equivalent, while WEA provides a 7.27% potential yield with a "BB+" credit score equivalent.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Top Dividend ETFs For 2025
On Seeking Alpha, I focus on dividend ETFs targeted towards income investors and retirees. Of these, six currently stand out for their comparatively high yields, strong overall risk-return profile. ETFs vary in risk, from similar to cash, to leveraged high-yield bonds and loans.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 months ago
The Largest Bond ETFs Are Good, But These ETFs Are Better
The largest bond ETFs are almost exclusively index funds focusing on the broader bond market, or on specific bond sub-asset classes. These ETFs are reasonable investments, but investors can do much better than reasonable. Lots of ETFs offer higher yields, returns, and risk-adjusted returns than these larger ETFs, with extra advantages to boot.
Negative
Barrons
4 months ago
Junk Bonds Have a ‘Fallen Angel' Problem
A strong economy and falling interest rates have been a great combination for investors in high-yield bonds.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
5 months ago
FALN: Sorting The Best Of The Junk
iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF (FALN) invests in junk bonds whose issuers previously had an investment grade rating. FALN has outperformed other junk bond ETFs and its closest competitor ANGL. However, FALN has lagged inflation in value and suffered a decay in distribution.
Neutral
ETF Trends
6 months ago
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.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
8 months ago
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%.
Neutral
Invezz
8 months ago
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.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
10 months ago
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.
Positive
ETF Trends
10 months ago
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.
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