Mobeus Income & Growth 2 VCT PLC

MIG tracks a market-value-weighted index of investment grade corporate bonds issued in the US domestic market.

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Prepare for Credit Shocks With These Corporate Bonds ETFs

As measured by the widely followed Markit iBoxx USD Liquid Investment Grade Index, it's been a solid year for investment-grade corporate debt. Many market observers speculating that more of the same or even better things are in store in 2025.

These ETFs Have Good Deals on Corporate Bonds

This Q&A answers key questions about MIG and MBBB ETFs and explains how investment-grade corporate bonds offer higher yields than U.S. Treasuries with limited credit risk, making them a strong core choice.

MIG and MBBB ETFs: Question & Answer

As highlighted by a year-to-date gain of 5.12% by the Markit iBoxx USD Liquid Investment Grade Index, investment-grade corporate debt has been one of the better-performing corners of the bond market. Some experts believe the theme will continue in the coming months.

IG Corporate Credit Still Looks Durable

BBB-rated corporate bonds are fixtures in a variety of actively managed funds and exchange traded funds. Why? Because that form of debt offers attractive yields while not residing in speculative territory.

Why This Corporate Bond ETF Merits Attention Now

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M&A was almost dormant in 2023. In the US, as a proportion of the market value of the benchmark equity indices, it fell to its lowest level in 20 years, according to McKinsey. Credit investors are not traditionally supposed to be fans of M&A, and it's true we are wary of leveraging M&A, where debt is loaded onto balance sheets to buy competitors. We are seeing a comeback for M&A that we think is likely to continue through 2024.

The Credit Opportunity In M&A

Investment-grade corporate bonds and the related exchange traded funds, broadly speaking, were solid performers in 2023 and through January. Those funds are sporting just modest losses, indicating the asset class could be ready for better things in 2024.

Corporate Bonds Beckon, but Prudence Is Necessary

Amid expectations that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates this year, perhaps multiple times, there's optimism that corporate bonds and the related exchange traded funds could be in for another round of solid annual performances. Encouraging as that may be, advisors and investors still need to exercise discretion in the corporate bond universe.

This Could Be the Right Corporate Bond ETF for 2024

With stocks on a blistering pace to conclude 2023, familiar valuation concerns are again part of the conversation. So intense has been the recent rally that some experts argue equities are currently priced to perfection.

There's Value to Be Had in Bonds

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Yields have reset higher across fixed income markets, leaving bonds well positioned in a range of different economic and interest rate scenarios in 2024. Introduction to Income Investing Income investing is a strategy that aims to generate a steady stream of income from investments, typically through interest payments or dividends.

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To be specific, investment-grade corporate bonds could shine this year in the fixed income arena, potentially lifting dozens of related exchange traded funds in the process. Among that group, the VanEck Moody's Analytics IG Corporate Bond ETF (MIG) might merit consideration due to a compelling methodology.

Corporate Bonds Could Be 2023 Fixed Income Stars

After a rough year in 2022, corporate bonds are emerging as fixed income rebound ideas in 2023, but investors need to be judicious when it comes to evaluating both high-yield and investment-grade opportunities.

Corporate Credit Quality Will Be Meaningful in 2023

Amid aggressive interest rate tightening by the Federal Reserve, investors are obviously chastened by bonds and fixed income exchange traded funds, but through the carnage, opportunities are emerging. Those include investment-grade bonds accessible via several ETFs, including the VanEck Moody's Analytics IG Corporate Bond ETF (MIG).

Marvel at MIG for IG Corporate Opportunities

Investors frequently hear about valuations as they realte to equities, but hunting for good bargains also has its applications in the world of corporate bonds. The VanEck Vectors Moody's Analytics IG Corporate Bond ETF (MIG) helps with that objective, making it unique relative to old-guard corporate debt exchange traded funds.

It's Not Just for Stocks: Valuations Matter with Corporate Bonds Too

Bill Sokol, Director of ETF Product Management, discusses how MIG and MBBB stand out from other corporate bonds by using purely quantitative approach. Both have similar approaches.

Uncover Hidden Value In Credit

Higher-than-average yield is the number one reason most fixed income investors will add corporate bonds to their debt portfolio. Whether you're looking for safer haven, investment-grade corporate bonds, or high-risk high-yield debt, VanEck offers plenty of options to consider: VanEck Vectors Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF (BATS: ANGL): seeks to replicate as closely as [.

4 Tactical ETFs to Consider for Corporate Bond Exposure

The vast corporate bond market is rife with data that is conducive to analytics. VanEck was quick to recognize the opportunity and collaborate with ratings company Moody's to create the VanEck Vectors Moody's Analytics IG Corporate Bond ETF (MIG).

What If You Could Use the Latest Statistical Expertise to Analyze Default Risk?

VanEck debuted two new corporate bond ETFs on Wednesday designed to provide investors with important new tools to enhance their investment grade bond exposures. The VanEck Vectors Moody's Analytics IG Corporate Bond ETF (MIG) and the VanEck Vectors Moody's Analytics BBB Corporate Bond ETF (MBBB) both began trading on Dec. 2 on the CBOE BZX Exchange, and join VanEck's [.

VanEck Debuts 2 Corporate Bond ETFs Based on Moody's Analytics Credit Model

MIG and MBBB utilize Moody's Analytics credit risk data to look beyond traditional fixed income risk measures in selecting investment grade and BBB-rated bonds with the most attractive valuations

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