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This summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.

The iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF (XBB-T) has been praised for its 7-year duration, which is typical for bond ETFs in Canada. It offers a diverse range of federal, corporate, and provincial bonds, making it a reliable option for investors looking for stability and consistent returns. As the pioneer in this category, it has established a strong reputation and is considered a foundational choice for those seeking exposure to the Canadian bond market.

Consensus
Stable
Valuation
Fair Value
BUY

Has a duration of 7 years, typical of these kinds of bond ETFs in Canada. Includes federal, corporate, and provincial bonds. Is the grandaddy of this kind of ETF.

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Unspecified

About 75% is government bonds and 25% corporate Canadian bonds. It has a 3.3% yield. Although down over the past three years, there should be upside if bond prices appreciate. In general, for fixed income you can hold some cash but should also have bonds.

E.T.F.'s
BUY

Gives you a broad, diversified basket of bonds (federal, provincial, corporate) and charges an MER of 10 basis points. Period of 7.5 years with a yield at maturity of nearly 4%.

E.T.F.'s
COMMENT
Bond returns have been terrible. It won't give investors what you hoped for. Need to look elsewhere. A big challenge. Could trade here.
E.T.F.'s
DON'T BUY
It holds a wide variety of bonds with different maturities. In a period of rising interest rates, he does not expect this asset class to perform well. The only place for fixed income will be high yield bonds, albeit with more volatility.
E.T.F.'s
DON'T BUY
Not yet. Investors can re-balance their portfolios. If you aimed for one percentage of equities and another for bonds, you can move money to maintain that balance. That is one of the most prudent things people can do. The bottoms are not in yet.
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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 07/19, Up 6%) We have resistance below $110 where we are today. He believes in a long term secular thesis for healthcare. If you can get it when it tanks a bit and then hold it for a long time that is better. You want to hold this sector.
E.T.F.'s
BUY

A universal bond ETF for Canada? If you want an ETF that gives you a cross-section of Canadian bonds, then buy XBB-T. If you want something more global, then Google "global bond ETF" which you can buy and hold long-term.

E.T.F.'s
BUY

HED-T Active managers don't beat bond indexes, net of fees. But he likes XBB which offers the a straight, simple Canadian bond universe and is cheap; it'll perform just as well as an actively managed bond index.

E.T.F.'s
DON'T BUY
Canada is lagging the US in interest increases. He expect the Bank of Canada to raise over the next couple of years at least 4 more times. In that scenario a regular bond ETF wont perform well. The only are where they see value in FI is in the High yield space.
E.T.F.'s
WATCH

The broad Canadian bond market. The interest rate risk on the broader market is at 7 which mean if we see a 100 basis point increase in interest rates, you will lose about 7% in terms of capital. It is not time to step in yet. If interest rates went up 25 basis points then it would be time to move in. Don’t extend duration until interest rates go up a little but.

E.T.F.'s
HOLD

Continue Exposure to XBB-T? Everyone is disappointed in the return on bonds. The XBB-T is a mid-term bond ETF. The return is low but that does not mean you should be piling into equities. You are adding to risk if you don’t have this exposure. If you sell, then buy some money market.

E.T.F.'s
BUY

The entire Canadian bond world. You should not pay active management fees for fixed income because active managers cannot make a big enough difference to make their fee.

E.T.F.'s
COMMENT

Interest Rates. Entire Canadian bond market. There is a scarcity of 10 years bonds and higher in the US market. For the foreseeable future, the long end of the curve should stay well anchored unless we see inflation pressures, which we shouldn’t. The trend is still up, even though we had a high in 2012/13. It is a place to invest and diversify in your portfolio if you are negative on the outlook on stocks.

E.T.F.'s
BUY

To buy the Canadian bond market. Government and corporate. Also, likes XHY for high yield, although it is non-investment grade corporate.

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iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF(XBB-T) Rating

Ranking : 4 out of 5

Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 1

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0

Total Signals / Votes : 1

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iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF(XBB-T) Frequently Asked Questions

What is iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF stock symbol?

iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol XBB-T on the Toronto Stock Exchange (XBB-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:XBB or XBB-T

Is iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst published opinions about XBB-T. 1 analyst recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF.

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What is iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF stock price?

On 2024-12-13, iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF (XBB-T) stock closed at a price of $28.53.