Why We Like Real Asset High Yield

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Index Definitions

The ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Index tracks the performance of US dollar denominated below investment grade corporate debt publicly issued in the US domestic market.

Definition of Terms

Yield to Worst (YTW) s a measure of the lowest possible yield that can be received on a bond that fully operates within the terms of its contract without defaulting.

Leverage (LTM Debt/EBITDA) reflects debt in proportion to Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) over the Last Twelve Months (LTM) .