iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond Fund (LQD) Inception date: 7/22/2002
| The iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the corporate bond market as defined by the iBoxx $ Liquid Investment Grade Index. |
Top Daily Holdings as of 3/18/2010* | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Holding |
% of Fund |
Coupon | Maturity | Moody's/S&P Rating | |
| VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC | 1.18% | 8.75 | 11/1/2018 | A3 /A | |
| WELLS FARGO AND COMPANY | 1.17% | 5.62 | 12/11/2017 | A1 /AA- | |
| CITIGROUP INC | 1.14% | 8.50 | 5/22/2019 | A3 /A | |
| MORGAN STANLEY | 1.09% | 7.30 | 5/13/2019 | A2 /A | |
| JPMORGAN CHASE & CO | 1.09% | 6.30 | 4/23/2019 | Aa3 /A+ | |
| GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC/THE | 1.08% | 6.00 | 5/1/2014 | A1 /A | |
| WACHOVIA CORPORATION | 1.05% | 5.50 | 5/1/2013 | A1 /AA- | |
| WAL-MART STORES INC | 1.03% | 6.50 | 8/15/2037 | Aa2 /AA | |
| JPMORGAN CHASE & CO | 1.03% | 4.65 | 6/1/2014 | Aa3 /A+ | |
| AT&T INC | 1.03% | 5.50 | 2/1/2018 | A2 /A | |
| Total | 10.88% | ||||
| *Holdings are subject to change. | |||||
Sector Breakdown as of 3/18/2010 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Maturity as of 3/18/2010 | |
|---|---|
| 0-1 Years | 0.00% |
| 1-5 Years | 25.94% |
| 5-10 Years | 46.18% |
| 10-15 Years | 0.16% |
| 15-20 Years | 0.18% |
| 20-25 Years | 3.18% |
| 25 Years and Over | 22.79% |
| Average | 12.07 years |
1 Year |
3 Years |
5 Years |
10 Years |
Since Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LQD | 12.11% | 5.04% | 4.01% | -- | 5.46% |
Index  |
12.79% | 5.80% | 4.43% | 6.29% | 5.76% |
Yield as of 3/18/2010 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 30-Day SEC Yield |
4.66% | |
| Average Yield to Maturity |
4.69% | |
| Distribution Yield |
5.47% | |
| Fundamentals as of 3/18/2010 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weighted Average Maturity |
12.07 yr | |
| Weighted Average Coupon | 6.10% | |
| Effective Duration | 7.13 | |
| Standard Deviation (3 year)
as of 2/26/2010 |
10.60% | |
| Profile as of 3/19/2010 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Total Net Assets | $12,278,509,282 | |
| Expense Ratio | 0.15% | |
| Shares Outstanding | 116,000,000 | |
| Total Holdings | 406 | |
| Fund Credit Rating - S&P | BBB+ | |
| Inception Date | 7/22/2002 | |
| Related Index | IBOXIG | |
Net Asset Value as of 3/19/2010 |
$105.85
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Price as of 3/19/2010 |
$106.50
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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 | 0.15% | ||
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Acquired Fees & Expenses ‡ | 0.00% | |
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses | 0.15% | |
| Trading Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ticker | LQD | |
| Related Index | IBOXIG | |
| NAV | LQD.NV | |
| Underlying Trading Value | LQD.IV | |
| Shares Outstanding | LQD.SO | |
| Estimated Cash | LQD.EU | |
| Total Cash | LQD.TC | |
| CUSIP | 464287242 | |
| Options Available | ||
| Quality Ratings as of 3/18/2010 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody's | S&P | ||||
| U.S. Gov't/Agency | 0.00% | 0.00% | |||
| Aaa/AAA | 0.78% | 0.78% | |||
| Aa1/AA+ | 5.49% | 3.48% | |||
| Aa2/AA | 7.06% | 7.22% | |||
| Aa3/AA- | 8.80% | 8.55% | |||
| A1/A+ | 15.11% | 13.56% | |||
| A2/A | 18.09% | 27.70% | |||
| A3/A- | 14.68% | 8.29% | |||
| Baa1/BBB+ | 11.31% | 11.52% | |||
| Baa2/BBB | 11.53% | 10.11% | |||
| Baa3/BBB- | 4.73% | 6.68% | |||
| Ba1/BB+ | 0.69% | 0.37% | |||
| Ba2/BB | 0.16% | 0.11% | |||
| 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 | 1.57% | 1.62% | |||
| Average | A2 | A | |||
Carefully consider the iShares 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 by viewing or downloading 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).
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.
Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Prior to buying or selling an option, a person must receive a copy of Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options. Copies of this document may be obtained from your broker, from any exchange on which options are traded or by contacting The Options Clearing Corporation, One North Wacker Dr., Suite 500 Chicago, IL 60606 (1-800-678-4667). The document contains information on options issued by The Options Clearing Corporation. The document discusses exchange-traded options issued by The Options Clearing Corporation and is intended for educational purposes. No statement in the document should be construed as a recommendation to buy or sell a security or to provide investment advice.
If you need further information, please feel free to call the Options Industry Council Helpline. They will be able to provide you with balanced options education and tools to assist you with your iShares options questions and trading. The Options Industry Council Helpline phone number is 888-Options and their website is www.888Options.com.
The Fund is not sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by iBoxx, nor does iBoxx make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Fund. iBoxx is a registered trademark of International Index Company Limited.
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.
©2010 BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A. All other trademarks, servicemarks 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).
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.
Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Prior to buying or selling an option, a person must receive a copy of Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options. Copies of this document may be obtained from your broker, from any exchange on which options are traded or by contacting The Options Clearing Corporation, One North Wacker Dr., Suite 500 Chicago, IL 60606 (1-800-678-4667). The document contains information on options issued by The Options Clearing Corporation. The document discusses exchange-traded options issued by The Options Clearing Corporation and is intended for educational purposes. No statement in the document should be construed as a recommendation to buy or sell a security or to provide investment advice.
If you need further information, please feel free to call the Options Industry Council Helpline. They will be able to provide you with balanced options education and tools to assist you with your iShares options questions and trading. The Options Industry Council Helpline phone number is 888-Options and their website is www.888Options.com.
The Fund is not sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by iBoxx, nor does iBoxx make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Fund. iBoxx is a registered trademark of International Index Company Limited.
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.
©2010 BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A. All other trademarks, servicemarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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