iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETFIJS
IJS
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Funds holding %
of 7,407 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
180% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $2.28M | Put options by funds: $814K
150% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 100 | Existing positions closed: 40
30% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 20 [Q3] → 26 (+6) [Q4]
6% more funds holding
Funds holding: 765 [Q3] → 809 (+44) [Q4]
1.6% more ownership
Funds ownership: 60.52% [Q3] → 62.12% (+1.6%) [Q4]
6% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 268 | Existing positions reduced: 254
3% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $4.33B [Q3] → $4.46B (+$129M) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for IJS.
Financial journalist opinion
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
IJS: A Small-Cap Value Fund With Attractive Valuation But Underperfoming Peers
The iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) offers broad diversification in undervalued U.S. small-cap stocks but underperforms in profitability and returns compared to the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. IJS's sector allocation favors financials, industrials, and consumer discretionary, with notable positions in regional banks, mortgage REITs, and niche industrial manufacturers. Despite attractive valuations and defensive positioning, IJS has lagged behind peers in total returns over the past three and five years, especially in bullish markets.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Should iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on 07/24/2000, the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
IJS: High Volatility And Limited Growth Potential
iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) greater higher volatility and downside risk due to its high exposure to cyclical sectors and low exposure to defensive sectors. IJS has underperformed its mid-cap and large-cap value peers over the past decade and exhibits greater price volatility with a beta ratio of 1.10. The fund's limited exposure to the technology sector weakens its long-term growth prospects, making it less attractive for investors seeking higher long-term returns.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Should iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on 07/24/2000, the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
5 months ago
Should iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Looking for broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market? You should consider the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 07/24/2000.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
IJS: Rethinking The Approach To Small-Cap Value Exposure
IJS offers cheap exposure to undervalued small-cap U.S. stocks. Small-cap value stocks are well-positioned to outperform given the expectation of a market with increasing risk appetite. IJS has shown long-term outperformance against alternatives such as small-cap growth and large-cap value, but it has underperformed RWJ, a similar ETF with a different weighting approach.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
7 months ago
Should iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on 07/24/2000, the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
9 months ago
IJS: The Time May Be Now
Small-caps have been outperforming since July, signaling a potential long-term shift towards small-cap stocks. Consider investing in the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF for exposure to undervalued US small-cap equities. The IJS ETF has a well-diversified portfolio with holdings in sectors like Financials, Industrials, and Consumer Discretionary, offering potential for future growth.
Positive
ETF Trends
9 months ago
Under-the-Radar Small-Cap Cash Flow ETF
While large-cap growth stocks continue to lead the market, advisors are looking for alternatives such as small-cap value funds. One of the more popular ETFs this year has been the Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows 100 ETF (CALF).
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
9 months ago
Should iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS) Be on Your Investing Radar?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market, look no further than the iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF (IJS), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 07/24/2000.
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