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NYSEARCA:AGZ

iShares Agency Bond ETF (AGZ) Price, Holdings, & News

$107.34
+0.17 (+0.16%)
(As of 09:37 AM ET)
Today's Range
$107.34
$107.37
50-Day Range
$107.17
$108.86
52-Week Range
$105.00
$111.35
Volume
667 shs
Average Volume
52,571 shs
Market Capitalization
$708.44 million
Assets Under Management
$706.42 million
Dividend Yield
2.20%
Net Expense Ratio
0.20%
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About iShares Agency Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:AGZ)

iShares Agency Bond ETF is a subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc., the world's largest asset management company. The iShares Agency Bond ETF seeks to track the performance of the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Agency Bond Index, made up of fixed-rate debt issued by federal agencies, such as Fannie Mae. In addition, the fund exposes high-quality government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) bonds, focusing on intermediate-term maturities.

The iShares Agency Bond ETF is managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors, led by Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Rick Rieder. Rieder has over 30 years of investment experience and has been with BlackRock since 2009. He oversees the firm's multi-sector fixed-income portfolios and is widely respected in the industry for his expertise in macroeconomics and interest rate management. 

The iShares Agency Bond ETF has total net assets of $6.9 billion as of December 31, 2022. The fund's expense ratio is 0.20%, which is relatively low compared to other fixed-income ETFs. In addition, the iShares Agency Bond ETF price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) and price-to-bok ratio (P/BO are lower than the average for the financial sector, which suggests that the fund may be undervalued relative to its peers.

The iShares Agency Bond ETF operates in the broader fixed-income market, driven by interest rates, economic growth and inflation expectations. The U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy significantly impacts the fixed-income market, as changes in interest rates can affect bond prices and yields. In recent years, the fixed-income market has faced challenges from low-interest rates and low inflation, which have put downward pressure on bond yields. Additionally, the fixed-income market has been impacted by regulatory changes, such as the Dodd-Frank Act, which increased oversight of financial institutions and imposed stricter capital requirements.

The iShares Agency Bond ETF may have growth opportunities in the current low-interest rate environment as investors seek higher-yielding fixed-income investments. Additionally, the fund may benefit from continued demand for high-quality government-sponsored enterprise bonds, which are seen as less risky than other fixed-income investments. The iShares Agency Bond ETF may also benefit from BlackRock's scale and resources, which could help the fund to expand its market share and develop new products.

The iShares Agency Bond ETF faces risks from changes in interest rates, which can affect the value of fixed-income securities. The fund may also be impacted by regulatory changes that could impact the GSEs and their ability to issue debt. Additionally, the fund may face competition from other fixed-income ETFs and mutual funds, affecting its market share and performance.

Another potential risk for the iShares Agency Bond ETF is the credit risk of the GSEs that issue the underlying bonds. While the bonds are considered to be high-quality and less risky than other fixed-income investments, there is still a risk of default or downgrade by the rating agencies. Furthermore, the performance of the ETF may be affected by any changes in the government's role in supporting the GSEs or modifications to the GSEs' charters.

Finally, the iShares Agency Bond ETF may face challenges related to liquidity and trading in the fixed-income market. Fixed-income markets can be less liquid than equity markets, and trading in the bond market can be more challenging due to the large number of individual bonds issued. This could impact the ETF's ability to meet investor demand for shares, leading to wider bid-ask spreads and increased volatility in the ETF's price.

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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares Agency Bond ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:AGZ
Inception Date
11/5/2008
Fund Manager
James Mauro, Karen Uyehara

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Fixed Income
Benchmark
Bloomberg U.S. Agency Bond Index
Category
U.S. Government
Focus
Agencies
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
92

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$706.42 million
Average Daily Volume
$78,436.80
Discount/Premium
1.01%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Advisor
BlackRock Fund Advisors
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Distributor
BlackRock Investments, LLC
Transfer Agent
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Jane Street

Options

Optionable
N/A
Short Interest
12,700 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
0.02
Creation Unit
50,000
Creation Fee
$100.00


iShares Agency Bond ETF Expenses

TypeAGZFixed Income ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.20%0.29%0.50%0.49%
Other Expenses0.00%0.21%0.65%0.51%
Total Expense0.20%0.35%0.74%0.66%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.22%-0.70%-0.53%
Net Expense0.20%0.32%0.57%0.55%

iShares Agency Bond ETF (AGZ) Holdings & Exposure

Top 10 AGZ Holdings

  • FHLB - 0.96 2026-03-05
    Holding Weight: 5.81%
  • FHLB - 1.61 2024-09-04
    Holding Weight: 5.76%
  • TVA - 6.75 2025-11-01
    Holding Weight: 5.75%
  • TREASURY BILL - 0.0 2023-11-30
    Holding Weight: 5.53%
  • FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIAT - 1.63 2024-10-15
    Holding Weight: 4.72%
  • FHLB - 1.2 2024-12-23
    Holding Weight: 4.59%
  • FHLB - 1.61 2024-09-04
    Holding Weight: 3.89%
  • FHLMC - 0.0 2025-12-11
    Holding Weight: 3.51%
  • FHLB - 3.13 2025-06-13
    Holding Weight: 2.94%
  • FNMA - 0.88 2026-12-18
    Holding Weight: 2.91%

AGZ Sector Exposure

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AGZ ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have AGZ shares performed in 2023?

iShares Agency Bond ETF's stock was trading at $106.43 at the start of the year. Since then, AGZ shares have increased by 0.9% and is now trading at $107.34.
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What does AGZ invest in?

iShares Agency Bond ETF is a fixed income fund issued by iShares. AGZ focuses on agencies investments and follows the Bloomberg U.S. Agency Bond Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $706.42 million assets under management.

What is the management fee for iShares Agency Bond ETF?

iShares Agency Bond ETF's management fee is 0.20% and has no other recorded expenses or fee waivers. The net expense ratio for AGZ is 0.20%.

What other stocks do shareholders of iShares Agency Bond ETF own?
What is iShares Agency Bond ETF's stock symbol?

iShares Agency Bond ETF trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)ARCA under the ticker symbol "AGZ."

Who are iShares Agency Bond ETF's major shareholders?

iShares Agency Bond ETF's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Assetmark Inc. (9.63%), Raymond James & Associates (5.03%), Stifel Financial Corp (4.77%), HighTower Advisors LLC (3.87%), Jane Street Group LLC (3.83%) and Asset Management One Co. Ltd. (2.14%).

How do I buy shares of iShares Agency Bond ETF?

Shares of AGZ stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is iShares Agency Bond ETF's stock price today?

One share of AGZ stock can currently be purchased for approximately $107.34.

How much money does iShares Agency Bond ETF make?

iShares Agency Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:AGZ) has a market capitalization of $708.44 million.

How can I contact iShares Agency Bond ETF?

iShares Agency Bond ETF's mailing address is DORNKAULSTR.2, HERZOGENRATH 2M, 52134. The official website for the company is www.aixtron.com. The company can be reached via phone at 49-2407-903-0444, via email at invest@aixtron.com, or via fax at 49-2407-903-0445.

This page (NYSEARCA:AGZ) was last updated on 5/30/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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