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iShares Russell 2000 BuyWrite ETF
IWMW performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 15, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.35% | +1.98% | +12.52% | +15.10% | ||
| Flows | -$821K | +$7M | +$24M | +$31M | - | - |
Characteristics
The iShares Russell 2000 BuyWrite ETF is built to track the Cboe FTSE Russell IWM 2% OTM BuyWrite 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 | Options Strategies |
| 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 | March 14, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,957
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +9.88% | +12.37% | ||
Max drawdown | -4.38% | -6.92% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 30d | 62d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | 31d | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is IWMW?
IWMW is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IWMW track?
IWMW tracks the Cboe FTSE Russell IWM 2% OTM BuyWrite Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does IWMW invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of IWMW?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IWMW is 0.39%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IWMW launched?
IWMW was launched on March 14, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IWMW?
IWMW is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IWMW?
As of September 15, 2026, IWMW manages $57.47 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IWMW performed recently?
As of September 15, 2026, IWMW delivered a return of -4.35% over the past month (1M performance), 1.98% over the past three months (3M), and 12.52% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IWMW?
As of September 15, 2026, IWMW has seen net flows of -$821K in the past month (1M flow) and +$24M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IWMW pay dividends?
As of September 15, 2026, IWMW has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 20.22%.
How many holdings are in IWMW
As of July 31, 2026, IWMW 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 IWMW?
As of July 31, 2026, IWMW holds 1957 securities, with 5.1% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IWMW?
As of July 31, 2026, IWMW 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 IWMW invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, IWMW has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IWMW focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, IWMW is primarily exposed to Finance, Healthcare and Technology.
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