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iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF
IWO performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.53% | -2.69% | +13.91% | +16.94% | +59.50% | +26.01% |
| Flows | +$308M | +$183M | -$570M | -$383M | -$720M | -$337M |
Characteristics
The iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF is built to track the Russell 2000 Growth 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 | 1102 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 24, 2000 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,102
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.92% | +22.37% | +22.97% | +24.72% |
Max drawdown | -7.65% | -14.82% | -28.47% | -40.45% |
Max drawdown duration | 44d | 84d | 280d | 1409d |
Time to recover | 16d | 18d | 156d | 1190d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is IWO?
IWO is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IWO track?
IWO tracks the Russell 2000 Growth Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does IWO invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap Growth.
What is the expense ratio of IWO?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IWO is 0.24%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IWO launched?
IWO was launched on July 24, 2000, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IWO?
IWO is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IWO?
As of September 11, 2026, IWO manages $14.39 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IWO performed recently?
As of September 11, 2026, IWO delivered a return of -5.53% over the past month (1M performance), -2.69% over the past three months (3M), and 13.91% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IWO?
As of September 11, 2026, IWO has seen net flows of +$308M in the past month (1M flow) and -$570M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IWO pay dividends?
As of September 11, 2026, IWO has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.45%.
How many holdings are in IWO
As of July 31, 2026, IWO holds 1102 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IWO?
As of July 31, 2026, IWO holds 1102 securities, with 8.65% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IWO?
As of July 31, 2026, IWO holds a portfolio of 1102 underlyings, with its largest positions including Moog, Inc., BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. and Glaukos Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IWO invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, IWO has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IWO focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, IWO is primarily exposed to Healthcare, Technology and Industrials.
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