IEI: Not Very Efficient Way To Target Moderate Duration

  • IEI offers mid-duration Treasury exposure with low credit risk, but its expense ratio is higher than a combination or single alternatives depending on the desired accuracy of duration matching. Current inflation and duration risks are muted, with the main concern around potential USD weakness from fiscal deficits. Market consensus and recent data suggest stable leading inflation indicators and job markets, reducing the urgency for policy accommodation or fear of aggressive disinflation.