BlackRock’s (BLK) dividend-focused ETFs continue to attract income-seeking investors, with some funds offering yields above 6% while maintaining diversified exposure. Based on TipRanks’ comparison tool, these three iShares ETFs stand out for their income potential and currently offer yields above 6%: iShares Broad USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (USHY), iShares 0–5 Year High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (SHYG), and iShares iBonds 2026 Term High Yield and Income ETF (IBHF).
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Let’s take a look at these ETFs in detail.
iShares Broad USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (USHY)
The USHY ETF tracks the ICE BofA US High Yield Constrained Index. It gives investors exposure to a wide range of U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield corporate bonds, helping generate income from below-investment-grade debt. The ETF has a low 0.08% expense ratio.
USHY offers a 6.86% dividend yield, paying income monthly. The fund manages about $24.69 billion in assets and provides broad diversification across sectors, making it a strong option for investors looking for higher income with wide market exposure.
iShares 0–5 Year High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (SHYG)
iShares 0–5 Year High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (SHYG) gives investors exposure to short-term U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield corporate bonds, helping reduce interest rate risk while still generating income. The ETF has a 0.30% expense ratio.
SHYG offers a 7.00% dividend yield, paying income monthly. The fund manages about $7.50 billion in assets and focuses on shorter-duration bonds, making it a suitable choice for investors seeking steady income with lower sensitivity to rate changes.
iShares iBonds 2026 Term High Yield and Income ETF (IBHF)
iShares iBonds 2026 Term High Yield and Income ETF (IBHF) gives investors exposure to a portfolio of high-yield corporate bonds that mature around 2026, helping provide income with a defined timeline. The ETF has a 0.35% expense ratio.
IBHF offers a 6.63% dividend yield, paying about $0.115 per share monthly. The fund manages about $1.01 billion in assets and is designed for investors seeking higher income with a set maturity horizon.
