GlobeNewswire·Nov 9, 2026, 5:06 PM ET

BlackRock® Canada Announces a Special Distribution for the iShares Canadian Real Return Bond Index ETF

BlackRock Canada announced the iShares Canadian Real Return Bond Index ETF (XRB) expects a special cash distribution in December 2026.
The distribution results from the maturity of real return bonds held by the fund after the Government of Canada ceased new issuances in November 2022.
The special distribution is estimated to represent approximately 14% of the portfolio value, subject to variation based on Consumer Price Index changes.
The precise distribution amount per unit will be disclosed in a separate press release around November 18, 2026.
Unitholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2026, will receive the cash payment on December 4, 2026.
The distribution will be paid in cash rather than as reinvested units.
Tax characterization details will be posted to CDS Clearing and Depository Services Inc. in accordance with standard industry practice.