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iShares Russell 2000 ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.80% | -0.18% | +2.85% | +27.75% | +49.38% | +18.60% |
| Flows | -$3.19B | -$2.64B | -$5.75B | -$8.16B | -$1.49B | -$6.89B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.61% | +23.10% | +21.21% | +22.68% |
Max drawdown | -6.99% | -16.45% | -27.52% | -31.96% |
Max drawdown duration | 47d | 52d | 289d | 1093d |
Time to recover | N/A | 38d | 156d | 874d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,942
Top 15 Holdings
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 |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 1942 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 22, 2000 |
| ESG | No |
Latest news about IWM
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 March 10, 2026, IWM manages $70.17 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IWM performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, IWM delivered a return of -4.8% over the past month (1M performance), -0.18% over the past three months (3M), and 2.85% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IWM?
As of March 10, 2026, IWM has seen net flows of -$3.19B in the past month (1M flow) and -$5.75B year-to-date (YTD).
Does IWM pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, IWM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.01%.
How many holdings are in IWM
As of January 31, 2026, IWM holds 1942 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 January 31, 2026, IWM holds 1942 securities, with 7.78% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IWM?
As of January 31, 2026, IWM holds a portfolio of 1942 underlyings, with its largest positions including BLOOM ENERGY CORP, CREDO TECHNOLOGY GROUP HOLDING and KRATOS DEFENSE AND SECURITY SOLS. 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 January 31, 2026, IWM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IWM focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, IWM is primarily exposed to Industrials, Financials and Health Care.
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