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iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) Price, Holdings, & News

$224.22
+3.65 (+1.65%)
(As of 07/26/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$221.70
$225.39
50-Day Range
$198.78
$224.54
52-Week Range
$161.67
$226.64
Volume
40.30 million shs
Average Volume
34.28 million shs
Market Capitalization
$70.90 billion
Assets Under Management
$72.21 billion
Dividend Yield
1.18%
Net Expense Ratio
0.19%
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About iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM)

iShares Russell 2000 ETF (the Fund) is an exchange-traded fund. The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance of the Russell 2000 Index (the Index). The Index is a float-adjusted capitalization weighted index that measures the performance of the small-capitalization sector of the United States equity market and includes securities issued by the approximately 2,000 smallest issuers in the Russell 3000 Index. The Fund invests in a representative sample of securities included in the Index that collectively has an investment profile similar to the Index. The Index is a subset of the Russell 3000 Index, and serves as the underlying index for the Russell 2000 Growth and Value Index series. Component companies are adjusted for available float and must meet objective criteria for inclusion to the Index. The Fund's investment adviser is BlackRock Fund Advisors (BFA).

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IWM ETF News Headlines

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Investors Are Moving into Bonds and Small Cap Stocks: Here's Why (IWM)
There's a new rotation trend going on in the market today, out of the big technology names and into small cap stocks as well as bonds, analyst approved
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Could the Economy be Bottoming? Major Bank's Earnings Say Yes (IWM)
Bank of America earnings now show investors just how close interest rate cuts could be in the market. Strong investment banking results show upside
“Generational Bull Run” Incoming
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Investment Company's Earnings Hint at Rate Cuts: Stock Forecast (IWM)
BlackRock just released its quarterly earnings results, and investors now have an insight into what its clients are being advised to do
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Massive Breakout: This ETF Signals Big Gains for Small-Cap Stocks
The iShares Russell 2000 ETF NYSE: IWM experienced a significant breakout above multi-year resistance last week, sparked by the release of the CPI inflation data on Thursday. This move was one of the most eye-opening events of the week, drawing significant attention to small-cap stocks.
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Massive Breakout: This ETF Signals Big Gains for Small-Cap Stocks (IWM)
The IWM ETF broke above multi-year resistance last week, driven by lower-than-expected June inflation data, leading to a weekly gain of 6.11%.
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Savvy Investors' Rate Cut Portfolio: Bonds, Small Caps, Energy
Most of the market attention remains with the technology sector today, where all of 2024 has been centered around every stock related to artificial intelligence, particularly those in the chip and semiconductor space. When reading this, most investors probably thought of NVIDIA Co. NASDAQ: NVDA and other names in that space, but that wave could soon be over.
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Savvy Investors' Rate Cut Portfolio: Bonds, Small Caps, Energy
Most of the market attention remains with the technology sector today, where all of 2024 has been centered around every stock related to artificial intelligence, particularly those in the chip and semiconductor space. When reading this, most investors probably thought of NVIDIA Co. NASDAQ: NVDA and other names in that space, but that wave could soon be over.
“Generational Bull Run” Incoming
LIVE Cash Flow Workshop Event / Hosted Virtually Weds @ 7PM EST Everyone who attends will also receive 3 special FREE Gifts during the event.
A male holding a tablet and comparing stock market statistics
Savvy Investors' Rate Cut Portfolio: Bonds, Small Caps, Energy (IWM)
Three assets come to front and center for investors looking to build a better portfolio in the face of potential interest rate cuts coming this year
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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares Russell 2000 ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:IWM
Inception Date
5/22/2000
Fund Manager
Diane Hsiung, Jennifer Hsui, Greg Savage, Alan Mason

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
Russell 2000 Index
Category
Size and Style
Focus
Small Cap
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
1998

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$72.21 billion
Average Daily Volume
$35.28 million
Discount/Premium
0.14%

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
2,433,905
Put Options
1,285,615
Call Options
1,148,290
Short Interest
84,010,000 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.15
Creation Unit
50,000
Creation Fee
$2,528.00
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iShares Russell 2000 ETF Expenses

TypeIWMSmall Cap ETFsEquity ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.19%0.45%0.54%0.51%0.51%
Other Expenses0.00%0.24%0.50%0.59%0.54%
Total Expense0.19%0.52%0.70%0.74%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.22%-0.54%-0.69%-0.59%
Net Expense0.19%0.49%0.60%0.58%0.59%

iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) Holdings & Exposure

IWM Sector Exposure

IWM Industry Exposure

Key Executives

  • Robert H. Silver (Age 58)
    Independent Chairman of the Board of Trustees
  • Michael Arthur Latham (Age 51)
    President, Trustee
  • Jack Gee (Age 57)
    Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer
  • Scott F. Radell (Age 48)
    Executive Vice President
  • Amy Schioldager (Age 56)
    Executive Vice President
  • Edward B. Baer (Age 45)
    Vice President, Chief Legal Officer
  • Ira P. Shapiro (Age 52)
    Vice President
  • Eilleen M. Clavere (Age 61)
    Secretary
  • Cecilia H. Herbert (Age 68)
    Independent Trustee
  • Charles A. Hurty (Age 73)
    Independent Trustee

Should I Buy iShares Russell 2000 ETF Stock? IWM Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in iShares Russell 2000 ETF:

  • Small-cap stocks offer higher growth potential compared to large-cap companies, especially in sectors like technology. This can lead to outperformance over time.
  • Diversification is provided by the ETF's exposure to 2,000 small-cap stocks, spreading risk across many companies rather than relying on a few.
  • The ETF tracks the Russell 2000 Index, which includes companies with low price-to-book ratios, potentially indicating undervalued opportunities.
  • Investors can gain exposure to the small-capitalization sector of the U.S. equity market through the ETF, tapping into the growth potential of smaller companies.
  • The ETF's investment profile mirrors that of the Russell 2000 Index, providing a way to invest in a broad range of small-cap stocks efficiently.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in iShares Russell 2000 ETF for these reasons:

  • Small-cap stocks can be more volatile than large-cap stocks, leading to higher risk and potential for significant price fluctuations.
  • The ETF's performance may be impacted by market conditions that favor large-cap companies over small-cap stocks, affecting overall returns.
  • Investors need to be risk-tolerant as small-cap stocks can experience sharper declines during market downturns.
  • Tracking errors may occur due to the ETF's replication of the Russell 2000 Index, potentially leading to deviations in performance from the index.
  • Investors should consider the expense ratio of the ETF, as higher fees can erode returns over time, especially in a low-return environment.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, July 22, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these iShares Russell 2000 ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

IWM ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have IWM shares performed this year?

iShares Russell 2000 ETF's stock was trading at $200.71 at the start of the year. Since then, IWM shares have increased by 11.7% and is now trading at $224.22.
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Who are iShares Russell 2000 ETF's major shareholders?

Top institutional shareholders of iShares Russell 2000 ETF include Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.69%), SG Americas Securities LLC (0.54%), Catalyst Capital Advisors LLC (0.49%) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. (0.34%).

How do I buy shares of iShares Russell 2000 ETF?

Shares of IWM 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 Russell 2000 ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that iShares Russell 2000 ETF investors own include SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), Invesco QQQ (QQQ), NVIDIA (NVDA), Alibaba Group (BABA), Netflix (NFLX), Tesla (TSLA) and Walt Disney (DIS).

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

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