iShares S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH)

Overview

The fund described aims to mirror the performance of the mid-capitalization sector of the U.S. equity market, as defined by Standard & Poor's Dow Jones Indices (SPDJI). It is designed for investors seeking to replicate the investment results of the mid-cap segment of the U.S. stock market. By investing primarily in the securities that comprise its reference index, the fund attempts to offer exposure to medium-sized U.S. companies, which are typically considered to offer a balance between the growth potential of small companies and the stability of large companies.

Products and Services

Index-Tracking Investments: The core offering involves investments that aim to track the performance of the mid-capitalization sector of the U.S. equity market. This is achieved by investing at least 80% of the fund's assets directly in the securities that make up its benchmark index.

Derivative Instruments: Up to 20% of the fund's assets may be allocated towards futures, options, and swaps. These financial instruments are used to manage risk, optimize the fund's performance, or gain exposure to various market conditions without directly purchasing the underlying assets.

Cash and Cash Equivalents: The fund may hold cash or invest in cash equivalents, which include short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash. This strategy provides liquidity to meet redemption requests and to take advantage of short-term investment opportunities.