(LQDH) iShares Interest Rate - Ratings and Ratios

The iShares Interest Rate Hedged Corporate Bond ETF (LQDH) is designed to mitigate interest rate risk in a portfolio of U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade corporate bonds. The fund achieves this by incorporating up to 10 interest rate swap contracts with varying maturities, effectively hedging against fluctuations in interest rates. Under normal market conditions, the ETF allocates at least 80% of its net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, to securities and instruments tracked by the underlying index or bonds included in the underlying funds index.

The fund is structured to provide exposure to corporate debt while minimizing duration risk, making it suitable for investors seeking income with reduced sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Its portfolio typically includes high-quality corporate bonds with short to intermediate maturities, focusing on credit risk while hedging interest rate exposure through derivatives.

As of the latest data, LQDH has an AUM of $500.87M, with an average daily trading volume of 68,024 shares. Technically, the ETF is trading near its 20-day SMA of 93.52, with a 50-day SMA of 92.96 and a 200-day SMA of 90.74. The ATR of 0.30 indicates relatively low volatility, suggesting a stable trading range in recent months.