Northwest Capital Management Inc has reduced its holdings in the iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:AGG) by 13.6% during the second quarter of 2023, according to a recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm now holds 30,363 shares after selling 4,790 shares during this period. The iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF constitutes approximately 1.6% of Northwest Capital Management’s portfolio, making it the firm’s 15th largest position, valued at around $3,012,000.
Several other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF recently. For example, Jones Financial Companies Lllp increased its holdings by 7.5% in the first quarter, acquiring an additional 9,678,339 shares, bringing its total to 138,625,924 shares valued at $13.7 billion. Similarly, Raymond James Financial Inc. raised its stake by 4.4%, now owning 81,294,683 shares worth approximately $8 billion.
US Bancorp DE made a significant move, growing its stake by 29.1% in the second quarter, now holding 43,988,044 shares valued at around $4.36 billion after purchasing an additional 9,922,958 shares. Betterment LLC also increased its position by 10%, and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. expanded its stake by 13.9% in the first quarter, owning a combined total of 21,095,135 shares worth about $2.09 billion.
Market Overview for iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF
As of Tuesday, shares of the iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF opened at $100.62. The fund has experienced a 52-week low of $95.74 and a high of $101.02. With a market capitalization of $133 billion, the ETF boasts a P/E ratio of 124.57 and a beta of 0.12. Current moving averages show a 50-day average of $99.79 and a 200-day average of $98.69.
The iShares brand represents a variety of index funds that can be bought and sold like stocks on various securities exchanges. These funds are known for their low costs, tax efficiency, and trading flexibility, making them a popular choice among investors. Shares can be traded through any brokerage firm or online platform, allowing for accessibility across different account types.
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