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iShares Core Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF (XSB)
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Q: Would XSB be a suitable holding for an 18-month holding period in a RESP?

Asked by Joe on January 24, 2024

5i Research Answer:

XSB focuses on short term bonds, and thus its sensitivity to rates is lower than long term bond exposure. We would be quite comfortable owning it for a short period.

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