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

The iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) with the symbol XAGH-T has shown a notable improvement over the past year, achieving a 9.1% return, a welcome change amidst rising interest rates. Experts suggest that the ETF may benefit from a favorable bond market outlook as interest rates are anticipated to decrease. XAGH encompasses a wide range of the US bond market, including both corporate and government bonds, while providing a hedge against currency fluctuations for Canadian investors. However, there's a consideration to be made regarding the necessity of this hedge depending on predictions for the Canadian dollar's movement against the US dollar. Investors weighing the benefits of XAGH may find the US counterpart, AGG, more appealing if they expect a stable or stronger USD as it typically presents a lower cost and additional benefits from currency appreciation.

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BUY

Seeing improvement in the bond space, as interest rates are forecast to move a bit lower. Bonds have definitely improved. This ETF is up 9.1% over the last 12 months. It's been a long time since we've seen high single-digit returns, given that rates were moving higher.

XAGH owns the entire US bond market, including corporates and governments, with a Canadian hedge. Do you need that hedge? In other words, do you think the CAD will move up toward the USD? If you think the USD will move higher or remain steady, then might as well own the US version, which is AGG -- it's probably cheaper, and you'll get the lift of the USD moving higher.

HOLD

Bonds and fixed income had a tough time the last couple of years. Now that we've seen interest rates fall (despite a bit of an uptick last 2 weeks), he does like bonds. CAD version of AGG, investment-grade government and corporate bonds. Yield of about 4+%. Up about 6.5% last 3 months. 

AGG is significantly cheaper at 3bps, compared to XAGH at 20 bps. So consider switching, if you don't mind the USD exposure.

DON'T BUY
Similar to AGG, one of the largest in the US. Down about 9% YTD, all about interest rates moving higher. Duration of 6.5-6.6 years, so rising interest rates will have a negative effect on the pricing. 18 bps for this version. AGG is only 3 bps. You don't really need to hedge the CAD these days. Not a fan of long bonds today, as rates can push higher. He prefers short-duration or inflation-protected bonds, like the XSTP.
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iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged)(XAGH-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 US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged)(XAGH-T) Frequently Asked Questions

What is iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) stock symbol?

iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol XAGH-T on the Toronto Stock Exchange (XAGH-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:XAGH or XAGH-T

Is iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst published opinions about XAGH-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 US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged).

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What is iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) stock price?

On 2025-03-14, iShares US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAD-hedged) (XAGH-T) stock closed at a price of $33.19.