BlackRock’s Cash-Like ETF Eclipses Infamous Long-Bond Trade

News July 09, 2025 at 02:22 PM
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  • One fund has emerged as a haven for cautious cash holders; the other continues to fall out of favor.
  • The shift reflects how ETF investors are embracing short-term debt that offers reliable yield with minimal volatility.
  • The tilt toward cash and short-term notes is partially driven by skepticism that long-duration bonds offer enough extra yields to justify the risks.

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