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IG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.43% | -2.00% | -1.67% | -1.91% | +18.14% | -3.16% |
| Flows | +$6M | +$11M | +$66M | +$88M | +$146M | -$192M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Principal Global Investors |
| N° of holdings | 241 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 18, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 241
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +4.72% | +4.31% | +5.41% | +7.08% |
Max drawdown | -3.40% | -4.62% | -4.67% | -22.79% |
Max drawdown duration | 89d | 235d | 282d | 1802d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 164d | N/A |
What type of ETF is IG?
IG is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Principal Global Investors.
What does IG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Corporate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Corporate IG Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of IG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IG is 0.19%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IG launched?
IG was launched on April 18, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IG?
IG is issued by Principal Global Investors.
What is the AUM of IG?
As of October 16, 2026, IG manages $204.10 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IG performed recently?
As of October 16, 2026, IG delivered a return of -0.43% over the past month (1M performance), -2% over the past three months (3M), and -1.67% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IG?
As of October 16, 2026, IG has seen net flows of +$6M in the past month (1M flow) and +$66M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IG pay dividends?
As of October 16, 2026, IG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 5.29%.
How many holdings are in IG
As of August 31, 2026, IG holds 241 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IG?
As of August 31, 2026, IG holds 241 securities, with 19.62% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IG?
As of August 31, 2026, IG holds a portfolio of 241 underlyings, with its largest positions including State Street Institutional US Government Money Market Fund, Bank of America Corporation, 2.687% 22apr2032, USD (N) and Huntington Bancshares, 5.709% 2feb2035, USD. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IG invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, IG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IG focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, IG is primarily exposed to Finance, Utilities and Technology.
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