Barclays Intermediate Government/Credit Bond Fund (GVI) Inception date: 1/5/2007
| The iShares Barclays Intermediate Government/Credit Bond Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the investment grade credit sector of the United States bond market and the total United States Treasury market as defined by the Barclays Capital U.S. Intermediate Government/Credit Bond Index. |
Top Daily Holdings as of 11/5/2009* | |||||
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Holding |
% of Fund |
Coupon | Maturity | Moody's/S&P Rating | |
| TREASURY NOTE | 11.53% | 4.75 | 5/15/2014 | TSY /TSY | |
| TREASURY NOTE | 10.48% | 4.88 | 8/15/2016 | TSY /TSY | |
| TREASURY NOTE | 9.03% | 4.88 | 7/31/2011 | TSY /TSY | |
| FREDDIE MAC | 5.70% | 4.50 | 1/15/2013 | AGY /AGY | |
| TREASURY NOTE | 4.97% | 1.88 | 6/15/2012 | TSY /TSY | |
| FHLMC | 3.38% | 2.12 | 3/23/2012 | AGY /AGY | |
| FHLMC | 3.27% | 2.12 | 9/21/2012 | AGY /AGY | |
| FANNIE MAE | 2.41% | 1.75 | 3/23/2011 | AGY /AGY | |
| FNMA | 2.39% | 5.38 | 6/12/2017 | AGY /AGY | |
| BANK OF AMERICA CORP - GTD | 1.98% | 3.12 | 6/15/2012 | Aaa /AAA | |
| Total | 55.13% | ||||
| *Holdings are subject to change. | |||||
Sector Breakdown as of 11/5/2009 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Maturity as of 11/5/2009 | |
|---|---|
| 0-1 Years | 0.07% |
| 1-5 Years | 65.62% |
| 5-10 Years | 32.89% |
| 10-15 Years | 0.00% |
| 15-20 Years | 0.00% |
| 20-25 Years | 0.00% |
| 25 Years and Over | 0.17% |
| Average | 4.36 years |
1 Year |
3 Years |
5 Years |
10 Years |
Since Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVI | 9.80% | -- | -- | -- | 6.28% |
Index  |
10.01% | 6.15% | 4.68% | 5.90% | 6.25% |
Yield as of 11/5/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 30-Day SEC Yield | 2.36% | |
| Average Yield to Maturity | 2.53% | |
| Distribution Yield | 2.99% | |
| Fundamentals as of 11/5/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weighted Average Maturity |
4.36 yr | |
| Weighted Average Coupon | 4.54% | |
| Effective Duration | 3.73 | |
| Standard Deviation (3 year)
as of 9/30/2009 |
-- | |
| Profile as of 11/5/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Total Net Assets | $411,771,821 | |
| Expense Ratio | 0.20% | |
| Shares Outstanding | 3,900,000 | |
| Total Holdings | 223 | |
| Fund Credit Rating - S&P | A | |
| Inception Date | 1/5/2007 | |
| Related Index | -- | |
Net Asset Value as of 11/6/2009 |
$105.58
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Price as of 11/6/2009 |
$106.05
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| The performance quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. This information must be accompanied by standardized returns. For standardized returns and performance data current to the most recent month end, click the "Performance" tab above. | ||
| Fees & Expenses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Management Fees | 0.20% | ||
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Acquired Fees & Expenses ‡ | 0.00% | |
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses | 0.20% | |
| Trading Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ticker | GVI | |
| Related Index | -- | |
| NAV | GVI.NV | |
| Underlying Trading Value | GVI.IV | |
| Shares Outstanding | GVI.SO | |
| Estimated Cash | GVI.EU | |
| Total Cash | GVI.TC | |
| CUSIP | 464288612 | |
| Quality Ratings as of 11/5/2009 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody's | S&P | ||||
| U.S. Gov't/Agency | 60.99% | 60.99% | |||
| Aaa/AAA | 5.61% | 5.91% | |||
| Aa1/AA+ | 1.46% | 1.03% | |||
| Aa2/AA | 2.87% | 1.97% | |||
| Aa3/AA- | 0.95% | 2.51% | |||
| A1/A+ | 6.03% | 5.00% | |||
| A2/A | 5.68% | 9.29% | |||
| A3/A- | 5.13% | 2.72% | |||
| Baa1/BBB+ | 2.88% | 3.52% | |||
| Baa2/BBB | 3.14% | 3.41% | |||
| Baa3/BBB- | 2.77% | 2.34% | |||
| Ba1/BB+ | 0.14% | 0.00% | |||
| Ba2/BB | 0.13% | 0.06% | |||
| Ba3/BB- | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| B1/B+ | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| B2/B | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| B3/B- | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| Caa1/CCC+ | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| Caa2/CCC | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| Caa3/CCC- | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| Ca/CC | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| C/C | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| CI | -- | 0.00% | |||
| R | -- | 0.00% | |||
| SD | -- | 0.00% | |||
| D | -- | 0.00% | |||
| Other/NR | 2.21% | 1.26% | |||
| Average | Aa1 | AA+ | |||
Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses, which may be obtained by calling 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737) or click here to view or download a prospectus. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.
Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
‡ “Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses” reflect the Fund's pro rata share of the indirect fees and expenses incurred by investing in one or more acquired funds, such as mutual funds, business development companies, or other pooled investment vehicles. Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses are reflected in the prices of the acquired funds and thus included in the total returns of the Fund.
The iShares Funds ("Funds") are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SEI). Barclays Global Fund Advisors (BGFA) serves as the investment advisor to the Funds. BGFA is a subsidiary of Barclays Global Investors, N.A., a majority-owned subsidiary of Barclays Bank PLC, none of which is affiliated with SEI.
An investment in the fund(s) is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Bonds and bond funds will decrease in value as interest rates rise.
Index returns are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent actual iShares performance. Index performance returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The iShares Funds are not sponsored or endorsed by Barclays Capital, nor does this company make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Funds. Barclays Capital is an affiliate of Barclays Global Investors. Neither SEI nor its affiliates are affiliated with Barclays Capital. Index data source: Barclays Capital
Shares of iShares Funds are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.
Certain sectors and markets perform exceptionally well based on current market conditions and iShares funds can benefit from that performance. Achieving such exceptional returns involves the risk of volatility and investors should not expect that such results will be repeated.
©2009 Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All other trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
‡ “Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses” reflect the Fund's pro rata share of the indirect fees and expenses incurred by investing in one or more acquired funds, such as mutual funds, business development companies, or other pooled investment vehicles. Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses are reflected in the prices of the acquired funds and thus included in the total returns of the Fund.
The iShares Funds ("Funds") are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SEI). Barclays Global Fund Advisors (BGFA) serves as the investment advisor to the Funds. BGFA is a subsidiary of Barclays Global Investors, N.A., a majority-owned subsidiary of Barclays Bank PLC, none of which is affiliated with SEI.
An investment in the fund(s) is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Bonds and bond funds will decrease in value as interest rates rise.
Index returns are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent actual iShares performance. Index performance returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The iShares Funds are not sponsored or endorsed by Barclays Capital, nor does this company make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Funds. Barclays Capital is an affiliate of Barclays Global Investors. Neither SEI nor its affiliates are affiliated with Barclays Capital. Index data source: Barclays Capital
Shares of iShares Funds are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.
Certain sectors and markets perform exceptionally well based on current market conditions and iShares funds can benefit from that performance. Achieving such exceptional returns involves the risk of volatility and investors should not expect that such results will be repeated.
©2009 Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All other trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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