Q: Looking to transfer gic due in November to a suitable “cash” vehicle with at least 4.5% dividend and low risk. Does dvx qualify or do you have a better alternative(s)? Thanx.
5i Research Answer:
As an ultra-short bond fund, interest rate risk is fairly low but some does exist. Average duration of bonds is 0.48 years, so a bit longer than a typical money market or T-bill fund. But it has a very tight 52-week trading range (42 cents) and a higher yield than many high-interest ETFs. We would consider it acceptable and low risk.