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iShares Russell 2000 ETF
IWM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 2, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.86% | +0.98% | +19.79% | +26.93% | +62.95% | +36.48% |
| Flows | -$886M | -$2.69B | -$7.18B | -$3.59B | -$3.11B | -$5.59B |
Characteristics
The iShares Russell 2000 ETF is built to track the Russell 2000 Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 1957 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 22, 2000 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,957
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.80% | +18.89% | +21.25% | +22.51% |
Max drawdown | -4.76% | -11.03% | -27.52% | -31.96% |
Max drawdown duration | 17d | 82d | 289d | 1093d |
Time to recover | N/A | 16d | 156d | 874d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is IWM?
IWM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IWM track?
IWM tracks the Russell 2000 Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does IWM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap.
What is the expense ratio of IWM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IWM is 0.19%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IWM launched?
IWM was launched on May 22, 2000, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IWM?
IWM is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IWM?
As of September 2, 2026, IWM manages $79.88 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IWM performed recently?
As of September 2, 2026, IWM delivered a return of -0.86% over the past month (1M performance), 0.98% over the past three months (3M), and 19.79% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IWM?
As of September 2, 2026, IWM has seen net flows of -$886M in the past month (1M flow) and -$7.18B year-to-date (YTD).
Does IWM pay dividends?
As of September 2, 2026, IWM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.9%.
How many holdings are in IWM
As of July 31, 2026, IWM holds 1957 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IWM?
As of July 31, 2026, IWM holds 1957 securities, with 4.93% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IWM?
As of July 31, 2026, IWM holds a portfolio of 1957 underlyings, with its largest positions including BlackRock Cash Funds - Treasury, Moog, Inc. and BrightSpring Health Services, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IWM invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, IWM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IWM focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, IWM is primarily exposed to Finance, Healthcare and Technology.
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