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iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF
IYK performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.70% | +0.59% | +6.07% | +3.21% | +12.32% | +30.79% |
| Flows | +$112M | +$137M | +$123M | -$175M | -$433M | +$545M |
Characteristics
The iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF is built to track the Russell 1000 Consumer Staples RIC 22.5/45 Capped 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 | 55 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 12, 2000 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 55
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.66% | +12.13% | +12.03% | +13.00% |
Max drawdown | -10.69% | -10.69% | -12.63% | -15.03% |
Max drawdown duration | 54d | 54d | 330d | 706d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 167d | 538d |
Replication quality
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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 IYK?
IYK is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IYK track?
IYK tracks the Russell 1000 Consumer Staples RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does IYK invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap US Consumer Staples Equities. It is part of the segment: US Cons. Staples.
What is the expense ratio of IYK?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IYK is 0.38%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IYK launched?
IYK was launched on June 12, 2000, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IYK?
IYK is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IYK?
As of April 24, 2026, IYK manages $1.36 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IYK performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, IYK delivered a return of 1.7% over the past month (1M performance), 0.59% over the past three months (3M), and 6.07% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IYK?
As of April 24, 2026, IYK has seen net flows of +$112M in the past month (1M flow) and +$123M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IYK pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, IYK has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.67%.
How many holdings are in IYK
As of March 31, 2026, IYK holds 55 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IYK?
As of March 31, 2026, IYK holds 55 securities, with 77.42% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IYK?
As of March 31, 2026, IYK holds a portfolio of 55 underlyings, with its largest positions including PROCTERGAMBLE, COCA-COLA and PHILLIP MORRIS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IYK invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, IYK has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does IYK focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, IYK is primarily exposed to Consumer Staples and Health Care.
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