BlackRock’s (BLK) iShares funds track different parts of the U.S. stock market, and comparing them can give a quick read on investor sentiment. The iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV), Invesco Nasdaq-100 ETF (QQQM), and iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) represent large-cap stocks, growth-focused technology companies, and small-cap businesses, respectively.
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Using the TipRanks ETF Comparison Tool, we reviewed the size, performance, and trading activity of the three funds to see what they may signal about the current market.
iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) — Large-Cap Stability
IVV tracks the S&P 500 and is the broadest measure of the U.S. stock market. The fund manages about $762 billion in assets and charges a low 0.03% expense ratio, making it a core holding for long-term investors. The ETF has gained roughly 15% over the past year. Because it includes companies across many sectors, IVV often performs steadily and reflects overall market direction.
According to TipRanks’ unique ETF analyst consensus, determined based on a weighted average of analyst ratings on its holdings, IVV is rated a Moderate Buy. The Street’s average price target of $824.41 implies about 18.17% upside.
Invesco Nasdaq-100 ETF (QQQM) — Technology Leadership
QQQM follows the Nasdaq-100 index, which is heavily weighted toward large technology companies. The fund has delivered about 16% one-year returns, slightly ahead of the broader market. This type of ETF tends to lead when investors favor growth stocks, artificial intelligence spending, and lower interest-rate expectations. It is smaller than IVV, with about $72 billion in assets, but still trades actively.
According to TipRanks’ unique ETF analyst consensus, determined based on a weighted average of analyst ratings on its holdings, QQQM is rated a Moderate Buy. The Street’s average price target of $819.87 implies about 18.17% upside.
iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) — Economic Sensitivity
IWM tracks small-cap U.S. companies and currently manages roughly $77 billion in assets. The ETF has risen around 19% over the past year, outperforming both large caps and tech in this period. Small-cap stocks are closely tied to domestic economic conditions, bank lending, and borrowing costs. Because of that, IWM often moves when investors expect stronger economic growth.
According to TipRanks’ unique ETF analyst consensus, determined based on a weighted average of analyst ratings on its holdings, IWM is rated a Moderate Buy. The Street’s average price target of $819.87 implies about 18.17% upside.
Investors looking to compare performance, fees, and income across different ETFs can use TipRanks’ ETF comparison tool.