The small-cap index records its biggest weekly gain since November. We highlight five top-ranked ETFs to tap the current momentum.
Since my last writings, the latest dividend declarations and also interest rate changes have made small-cap one of the most attractive market sectors. I thus see attractive valuation in both IJR and IWM. However, a few differences between these funds make me prefer IJR.
The iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) was launched on 05/22/2000, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.
The iShares exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are worth exploring if you're looking for passive options to help you bring greater balance and customization to your portfolio.
I reiterate a buy rating on iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF due to its compelling valuation, imminent EPS growth, and strong long-term technical trends. IJR offers exposure to the S&P SmallCap 600 Index, featuring a low expense ratio and a higher dividend yield than the S&P 500. Despite recent volatility, IJR's portfolio is well-diversified with a focus on value and cyclical stocks, making it sensitive to interest rate changes.
Wall Street was off to a volatile start in 2025, following a steep sell-off in the final weeks of 2024. Notably, the small-cap Russell 2000 Index fell 8.4% in December, marking its worst month since September 2022.
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, the iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/22/2000.
Jim Lebenthal, Chief Equity Strategist at Cerity Partners, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to explain why he's still bullish on these stocks.
Here, we highlight the reasons that are likely to drive the outperformance.
IJR offers diversification and controlled exposure to small-cap stocks, at a low expense ratio of 0.06%. Small-cap stocks can outperform due to faster growth potential and frequent undervaluation. Conflicting economic data also makes the case for equity exposure through such a fund.
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, look no further than the iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/22/2000.
With the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) cutting interest rates by a larger-than-expected 50 basis points in its September meeting, businesses throughout the country will be able to take out loans more cheaply. One intended goal of a rate cut like this is to foster increased profitability through business expansion.