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VanEck International High Yield Bond ETF (IHY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/01/2025: IHY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 14.08% | Avg. Invested days 74 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.98 | 52 Weeks Range 19.45 - 22.10 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 19.45 - 22.10 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
VanEck International High Yield Bond ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The VanEck International High Yield Bond ETF (IHY) seeks to replicate, before fees and expenses, the ICE BofA Global ex-US Developed Markets High Yield Constrained Index, offering exposure to high-yield corporate bonds from developed countries outside the U.S.
Reputation and Reliability
VanEck is a well-established ETF provider with a long history and generally good reputation.
Management Expertise
VanEck has a team of experienced investment professionals managing its ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the performance of the ICE BofA Global ex-US Developed Markets High Yield Constrained Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks a market-cap-weighted index of high-yield corporate bonds issued in developed countries outside the U.S.
Composition Primarily holds high-yield corporate bonds.
Market Position
Market Share: IHYu2019s market share in the international high yield bond ETF segment is moderate, reflecting competition from other similar funds.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 301700000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- SPDR Bloomberg Barclays International Corporate Bond ETF (IBND)
- iShares International Developed Markets Bond ETF (IDEV)
- WisdomTree International Corporate Bond Fund (IGEB)
Competitive Landscape
The international high-yield bond ETF market is moderately competitive. IHY offers a specific focus on high-yield, which may appeal to some investors but exposes them to credit risk. Competitors like IBND provide broader exposure to international corporate bonds with varying credit quality. IHYu2019s advantage lies in its high yield potential compared to peers with investment-grade bonds. A potential disadvantage is its higher volatility due to the riskier assets.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data should be obtained from financial data providers. This cannot be generated here.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparisons require live data feeds and cannot be provided in this format.
Expense Ratio: 0.4
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume provides a measure of how easily shares can be bought and sold.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread reflects the difference between the highest price a buyer is willing to pay and the lowest price a seller will accept, impacting trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Global economic growth, interest rate policies of central banks outside the U.S., and credit spreads in the international high-yield market influence IHY.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is dependent on the health of the international high-yield bond market and investor demand for higher-yielding fixed-income assets.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IHY offers targeted exposure to international high-yield bonds, potentially providing higher income than investment-grade alternatives. The fund's focus on developed markets outside the US may offer diversification benefits. VanEck's experience in managing fixed-income ETFs could be a competitive advantage. However, this specific high-yield focus increases credit risk. The fundu2019s constrained index methodology could also affect performance relative to unconstrained peers.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
IHY's volatility is expected to be higher than investment-grade bond ETFs due to its high-yield focus.
Market Risk
IHY is subject to credit risk (the risk of default by bond issuers), interest rate risk (the risk that rising interest rates will lower bond prices), and currency risk (the risk that fluctuations in exchange rates will negatively impact returns).
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking higher current income from fixed-income investments and willing to accept greater credit risk than investment-grade bonds, and also require international diversification.
Market Risk
More suitable for long-term investors seeking income, but should be only part of a well-diversified portfolio due to higher risk profile.
Summary
VanEck International High Yield Bond ETF (IHY) provides targeted exposure to international high-yield corporate bonds, potentially offering higher income. It's suitable for investors seeking income with international diversification and a higher risk tolerance. The fund tracks a specific index, exposing investors to credit and interest rate risks. Investors should carefully consider its risks and costs before investing, including its expense ratio and historical performance relative to its benchmark.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- VanEck official website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About VanEck International High Yield Bond ETF
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The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index is comprised of below investment grade bonds issued by corporations located throughout the world (which may include emerging market countries) excluding the United States denominated in Euros, U.S. dollars, Canadian dollars or pound sterling and issued in the major domestic or Eurobond markets.
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