Summary
Should iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (IVW) Be on Your Investing Radar?
The iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (IVW) was launched on May 22, 2000, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Large Cap Growth segment of the US equity market.
Should iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (IVW) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on May 22, 2000, the iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (IVW) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Large Cap Growth segment of the US equity market.
If You Hold This Growth ETF, You Are Losing Money
The iShares S&P 500 Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:IVW | IVW Price Prediction) charges 0.18% a year to own a basket of large-cap growth stocks you can rent for a quarter of that price elsewhere.
ISHARES S&P 500 GROWTH ETF (3IS8) Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 428,592 | $37.68M | $60.48M | $22.8M | 60.51% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 460 | $38,488 | $62,215 | $23,727 | 61.65% |
 Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 31,010 | $3.28M | $4.19M | $915,453.29 | 27.92% |
 Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 11,370 | $948,234.27 | $1.61M | $660,961.83 | 69.7% |
 Tom McDonald Richards, MERRILL & PETERSON Inc. | 4,043 | $410,485.51 | $546,815.75 | $136,330.24 | 33.21% |
ISHARES S&P 500 GROWTH ETF (3IS8) (IVW) FAQ
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ISHARES S&P 500 GROWTH ETF (3IS8) Profile
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Overview
The described entity is a financial instrument designed to track the performance of large-capitalization growth stocks within the U.S. equity market. By allocating at least 80% of its assets to the securities that comprise its underlying index, this fund focuses on capturing the growth potential of major U.S. companies. Its ability to invest up to 20% in derivatives, such as futures, options, and swap contracts, alongside cash and cash equivalents, provides it with flexibility to manage the fund efficiently. This setup indicates that the fund is non-diverse, meaning it concentrates its investments in a particular segment of the market rather than spreading its investments across various sectors.
Products and Services
- Large-Capitalization Growth Sector Investments
This fund primarily targets the large-cap growth sector, aiming to invest in major companies with potential for significant growth. By focusing on this sector, the fund seeks to leverage the upward momentum of well-established companies in the U.S. equity market.
- Futures, Options, and Swap Contracts
Up to 20% of the fund's assets may be allocated to derivatives, including futures, options, and swap contracts. This strategy enhances the fund's flexibility in hedging its investments or gaining exposure to certain assets or markets without the need to directly invest in them. It's a way to potentially increase returns while managing risk.
- Cash and Cash Equivalents
The fund can hold parts of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, providing liquidity and safety. Keeping a portion of its assets in such low-risk investments allows the fund to meet redemption requests swiftly without necessarily having to sell off other investments, which might not be favorable at the time.
