Fed Rate Decision Ahead: ETF Areas Likely to Win

Fed rate cuts in October may fuel gains in SHV, VYM, ITB, SPYG & CARZ as lower borrowing costs should favor income plays, housing, growth & autos.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 28, 2025

SHV: Appraising Yield Curve Risks Clouded By Shutdown

The iShares Short Treasury Bond ETF offers a low-duration, low-risk option for sidelining cash amid uncertain macroeconomic conditions. SHV's minimal duration (0.29 years) makes it nearly insensitive to rate changes, with no credit risk as a Treasury ETF. Wealth effects may be supporting consumption, though alternative data shows labor market wobbles. CPI was still reading hot, so a rate cut may not be in the cards.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 8, 2025

Bonds Rally On Weak Payrolls Data

The bond market looks increasingly focused on slowing economic growth vs. tariff inflation.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 4, 2025

The Case For SHV: A Safe Haven Amid Market Euphoria

Current US stock market valuations are at historic highs, with the S&P500 trading at a CAPE ratio above 38 — levels not seen since the dot-com bubble. Forward returns for equities may be limited, with expected long-term returns in the low-to-mud single digits, and risk of a "lost decade". iShares Short Treasury Bond ETF (SHV) offers low volatility and a current yield of over 4%, making it an appealing parking spot for capital.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 30, 2025

SHV: Short - Term Liquidity Exposition

iShares Short Treasury Bond ETF offers a low-risk, short-duration alternative to money market funds by investing in US Treasury bills with maturities of 0–12 months. The fund efficiently tracks its benchmark index and benefits from roll-down yield, but current macro indicators do not favor entry. Recent auction dynamics and yield curve analysis suggest limited upside for SHV, with better opportunities in riskier assets like gold and Bitcoin.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 11, 2025

Most U.S. Treasury Prices Slide Since 'Liberation Day'

In recent days, a new headwind is weighing on fixed income securities: a US government budget bill, which is expected to significantly raise an already hefty federal deficit in the years ahead. Long-term Treasuries are the biggest losers post-Liberation Day, based on a set of ETFs through yesterday's close (May 21).

Seeking Alpha • May 22, 2025

Fixed Income ETF Flowdown: Market Jitters Spark Skittish Moves

Investors were eager to close the books on April's tariff-fueled market tantrum, which left both the Dow and S&P 500 riding three-month losing streaks despite a recent rebound. Equity ETF flows cooled, while fixed income ETFs put on a decisively skittish performance.

ETF Trends • May 7, 2025

SHV: A Decent 'Cash Parking' ETF

The iShares Short Treasury Bond ETF offers a 4.06% yield with minimal volatility, making it a solid option for parking cash during market uncertainty. Short-term bonds remain relevant in 'no recession' and stagflation scenarios, functioning as versatile tools for portfolio risk management. The current trade war and economic uncertainty suggest investors may benefit from keeping cash in ETFs like the SHV for a few months until more economic data becomes available.

Seeking Alpha • May 1, 2025

Short-Term Bonds Dominated Last Week's ETF Inflows

Investors bet on defensive investments in short-term or ultra-short-term bond ETFs amid heightened uncertainty.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 22, 2025

ETF Prime: Murphy Highlights ETF Flows Amid Market Turmoil

On this week's episode of ETF Prime, host Nate Geraci and VettaFi Investment Strategist Cinthia Murphy analyze ETF flows and trends after a wild week in the markets. Later, Geraci welcomes VistaShares CEO Adam Patti to discuss the firm's unique approach to ETFs.

ETF Trends • Apr 15, 2025