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iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) Price, Holdings, & News

$148.26
+1.23 (+0.84%)
(As of 07/26/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$147.37
$149.45
50-Day Range
$132.51
$148.26
52-Week Range
$111.83
$149.45
Volume
901,990 shs
Average Volume
1.62 million shs
Market Capitalization
$7.87 billion
Assets Under Management
$7.87 billion
Dividend Yield
0.27%
Net Expense Ratio
0.45%
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About iShares Biotechnology ETF (NASDAQ:IBB)

iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF (the Fund), formerly iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology Index Fund, is an exchange-traded fund (ETF). The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance of the NASDAQ Biotechnology Index (the Index). The Index contains securities of NASDAQ listed companies that are classified according to the Industry Classification Benchmark as either biotechnology or pharmaceuticals, which also meet other eligibility criteria determined by NASDAQ. The Fund invests in a representative sample of securities included in the Index that collectively has an investment profile similar to the Index. Due to the use of representative sampling, the Fund may or may not hold all of the securities that are included in the Index. The Fund’s investment advisor is BlackRock Fund Advisors, which is indirectly owned by BlackRock, Inc.

IBB Stock Price History

IBB ETF News Headlines

Biotech stocks
CPI Data Sparks Rally in Biotech Stocks
The biotech sector has significantly lagged behind the overall market and its leading sector, technology, year-to-date. However, following the release of the CPI data on Thursday, the biotech sector, represented by the iShares Biotechnology ETF NASDAQ: IBB, experienced a significant breakout above a multi-year resistance level.
Biotech stocks
CPI Data Sparks Rally in Biotech Stocks (IBB)
Following lower-than-expected inflation data on Thursday, The biotech sector broke out above resistance, closing the week up 6%, far outperforming the market.
Man who Predicted Trump 2016 Win: “Prepare for Election Meltdown”
Former advisor to the CIA, the Pentagon and the White House Jim Rickards went on multiple TV news programs… A predicted Trump would win. You won’t believe what he’s predicting now.
Pharmacist, scientist developing new medicines, medicaments, pharmacy, chemistry
AbbVie Stock: A Perfect Dip for Investors to Buy (IBB)
ABBV stock is down over 3% to start the second half of the year; the stock may be overvalued in the short term but still offers value for long-term investors
Amgen sign at biopharmaceutical company office
Biotech Stock Breakout: IBB Eyes Resistance with Amgen and Vertex
The biotechnology sector, represented by the iShares Biotechnology ETF NASDAQ: IBB, has experienced a year of consolidation. With the ETF up just 0.8%, it has underperformed the broader market, making it one of the worst-performing sectors year-to-date.
Amgen sign at biopharmaceutical company office
Biotech Stock Breakout: IBB Eyes Resistance with Amgen and Vertex
The biotech sector (IBB) is trading just 3% away from its 52-week high and a significant resistance level, suggesting a potential breakout.
Man who Predicted Trump 2016 Win: “Prepare for Election Meltdown”
Former advisor to the CIA, the Pentagon and the White House Jim Rickards went on multiple TV news programs… A predicted Trump would win. You won’t believe what he’s predicting now.
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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares Biotechnology ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:IBB
Inception Date
2/5/2001
Fund Manager
Diane Hsiung, Jennifer Hsui, Greg Savage, Alan Mason
Web
N/A
Phone
N/A

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
ICE Biotechnology Index (TR) (USD)
Category
Sector
Focus
Health Care
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
219

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$7.87 billion
Average Daily Volume
$1.41 million
Discount/Premium
-0.09%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Advisor
BlackRock Fund Advisors
Custodian
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Distributor
BlackRock Investments, LLC
Transfer Agent
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Latour Trading

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
4,817
Put Options
1,936
Call Options
2,881
Short Interest
12,210,000 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
0.74
Creation Unit
50,000
Creation Fee
$614.00
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iShares Biotechnology ETF Expenses

TypeIBBHealth Care ETFsEquity ETFsNASDAQ ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.45%0.56%0.54%0.48%0.51%
Other Expenses0.00%0.33%0.50%0.39%0.54%
Total Expense0.45%0.70%0.70%0.61%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.45%-0.54%-0.32%-0.59%
Net Expense0.45%0.61%0.60%0.54%0.59%

iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) Holdings & Exposure

Key Executives

  • George G. C. Parker Ph.D.
    Independent Chairman of the Board of Trustees
  • Michael Arthur Latham
    President, Trustee
  • Jack Gee
    Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer
  • Geoffrey D. Flynn
    Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President

  • Bio & Compensation - 
  • Amy Schioldager
    Executive Vice President
  • Ira P. Shapiro
    Vice President, Chief Legal Officer
  • Matt Tucker
    Vice President

  • Bio & Compensation - 
  • Eilleen M. Clavere
    Secretary
  • Cecilia H. Herbert
    Independent Trustee
  • Charles A. Hurty
    Independent Trustee

IBB ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have IBB shares performed this year?

iShares Biotechnology ETF's stock was trading at $135.85 at the start of the year. Since then, IBB shares have increased by 9.1% and is now trading at $148.26.
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When did iShares Biotechnology ETF's stock split?

Shares of iShares Biotechnology ETF split on the morning of Friday, December 1st 2017. The 3-1 split was announced on Tuesday, November 7th 2017. The newly minted shares were payable to shareholders after the closing bell on Thursday, November 30th 2017. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the split would have 300 shares after the split.

Who are iShares Biotechnology ETF's major shareholders?

Top institutional investors of iShares Biotechnology ETF include Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. (0.41%), Raymond James & Associates (0.36%), State of Michigan Retirement System (0.24%) and Cumberland Advisors Inc. (0.15%).

How do I buy shares of iShares Biotechnology ETF?

Shares of IBB stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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What other stocks do shareholders of iShares Biotechnology ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that iShares Biotechnology ETF investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), Netflix (NFLX), Alibaba Group (BABA), Tesla (TSLA), Cisco Systems (CSCO) and Micron Technology (MU).

This page (NASDAQ:IBB) was last updated on 7/26/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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