SPDR GOVT ETF (ASX:GOVT)
The GOVT ETF by SPDR invests in Australian Government bonds issued by the Commonwealth/Federal Government, State Governments (Semis) and territories.
GOVT share price & data
Prices updated using end of day data. Capital return only. FUM, fee and spread data updated monthly. Last updated: July 2020.
What does the GOVT invest in?
The GOVT ETF ultimately ends up invested in Australian Government bonds, semi-government bonds (e.g., state governments) and high grade corporates and supranational entities. The bonds have maturities ranging from 0 years to 20+ years, with the average for the Government bonds held by the ETF falling between 5 and 12 years.
What do investors use GOVT for?
As it can be quite difficult for small investors to get exposure to the Government bond market, an investor could use the GOVT ETF to get exposure to the highest grade bonds in Australia.
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