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The iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF (IVV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the S&P Total U.S. Stock Market Index, providing broad exposure to nearly all publicly traded companies in the United States.
Why this score
ITOT is a highly regarded, low-cost total US market ETF with broad diversification, strong liquidity, and excellent tracking.
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The iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Index, representing approximately 80% of the total U.S. equity market capitalization and holding stocks of 500 large companies.
Why this score
Best-in-class S&P 500 tracker with minimal fees, enormous liquidity, tight spreads, and excellent tracking; concentration remains the index's main weakness.
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The iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF (IXNA) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks a broad index of stocks from developed and emerging markets outside the United States, offering diversified exposure to global equities.
Why this score
IXUS provides broad, low-cost developed and emerging-market coverage with small caps; international underperformance and withholding taxes temper ratings.
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The iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF is an exchange-traded fund issued by BlackRock's iShares division. The fund tracks the S&P MidCap 400 Index, a market-capitalization-weighted index measuring the performance of mid-sized U.S. companies. It provides diversified exposure to firms positioned between lar...
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IJH offers low-cost, liquid S&P MidCap 400 exposure with profitability screening and strong tracking; total-market funds remain more complete.
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The iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the S&P Small-Cap 600 Index, investing in a diversified portfolio of small-capitalization U.S. stocks.
Why this score
Low-cost S&P 600 tracking, excellent liquidity, and profitability screening distinguish it from Russell 2000 funds; small-cap volatility remains high.
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The iShares MSCI ACWI ETF (ACWI) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of stocks across developed and emerging markets globally, utilizing a market-capitalization weighted approach to reflect the overall composition of the ACWI Index.
Why this score
Convenient global stock portfolio with excellent liquidity and broad country coverage; higher fee and limited small-cap exposure trail cheaper combinations.
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The iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF (FALN) is an exchange-traded fund that invests in below-investment-grade, or “fallen angel,” corporate bonds issued by companies with previously investment-grade credit ratings. It aims to provide exposure to higher-yielding debt securities within the broader...
Why this score
Four-star Morningstar rating, strong fallen-angel performance record, sensible diversification, and moderate fees place it among the category's better-regarded funds.
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The iShares MSCI USA Minimum Volatility Factor ETF (ticker: USMV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of U.S. large-cap stocks selected for lower volatility relative to the broader market. It utilizes a rules-based methodology to identify and hold companies with historically stable pric...
Why this score
Respected minimum-volatility strategy, good liquidity, and historically milder drawdowns; sector tilts, higher fees, and bull-market lag are known tradeoffs.
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The iShares TIPS Bond ETF (TIP) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks a broad index of U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, providing investors with exposure to fixed income assets designed to maintain purchasing power against rising inflation.
Why this score
Leading liquid TIPS fund with broad inflation-linked Treasury exposure; real-rate duration risk and a moderate fee are recurring criticisms.
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The iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF (IWF) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of companies within the Russell 1000 Index with above-average earnings growth characteristics, aiming to mirror its underlying index composition.
Why this score
Highly liquid large-growth benchmark with strong historical performance; mega-cap concentration, valuation risk, and higher fees constrain acclaim.
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The iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF (IWD) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of securities within the Russell 1000 Index, focusing on companies with lower valuations relative to their peers.
Why this score
Deep liquidity, broad large-value coverage, and long track record; higher fee and blunt style classification lag newer alternatives.
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The iShares Core S&P U.S. Value ETF is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities exhibiting value characteristics. Managed by BlackRock under the iShares brand, the fund targets stocks that appear undervalued based on fundamental metrics l...
Why this score
Broad, inexpensive US value exposure with sound index construction; persistent style cycles and overlap with blend indexes limit distinctiveness.
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The iShares Core S&P U.S. Growth ETF (IGRO) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of stocks in the S&P U.S. Growth Index, aiming to provide diversified exposure to companies expected to grow at above-average rates.
Why this score
Broad US growth exposure with low costs and reliable tracking; style concentration and valuation risk reduce diversification benefits.
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The iShares Select Dividend ETF (SDY) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of U.S. companies with above-average dividend yields, aiming to provide investors with income through distributions from established, profitable corporations.
Why this score
Established dividend exposure, liquidity, and long history earn respect, but higher fees, sector tilts, and slower growth reduce competitiveness.
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The iShares U.S. Investment Grade Corporate Bond Bucket ETF (USHY) tracks an index of investment-grade corporate bonds with maturities primarily between 5 and 30 years, offering investors exposure to the higher-yielding segment of the U.S. investment-grade debt market.
Why this score
Three-star Morningstar rating, Bronze analyst rating, exceptional 0.08% fee, broad diversification, strong liquidity, but merely average risk-adjusted performance.
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The iShares 0-5 Year High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (SHYG) is an exchange-traded fund that invests in U.S.-denominated below investment grade corporate debt with maturities of up to five years, aiming for income generation.
Why this score
Short maturities reduce interest-rate risk while preserving attractive income; credit risk, economic sensitivity, and moderate fees remain meaningful drawbacks.
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The iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of North American equity income companies with above-average dividend yields, aiming to provide investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of high-yielding stocks.
Why this score
Very low fees, strong liquidity and quality screens; respectable long-term returns, but only average risk-adjusted peer ratings and meaningful sector concentration.
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The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the Russell 2000 Index, representing approximately 2,000 small-cap U.S. companies and utilizing a passively managed index approach.
Why this score
Highly liquid benchmark for US small caps; weak profitability exposure, high turnover, and pricier alternatives reduce long-term ratings.
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The iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG) tracks an index of dollar-denominated investment-grade and non-investment-grade corporate bonds with above-average yields, offering exposure to the U.S. high-yield bond market.
Why this score
Industry-leading liquidity and accessibility make it a high-yield bond benchmark, though fees, credit risk, and modest long-term real returns draw criticism.
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The iShares High Yield Bond ETF (HYDB) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks a broad index of investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds with below-investment-grade ratings, offering investors exposure to the high-yield bond market.
Why this score
Systematic security selection and broad diversification earn solid regard, though complexity, fees, and limited differentiation constrain enthusiasm.
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The iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of large and mid-capitalization stocks across developed markets outside of North America, utilizing a market-weighted index methodology.
Why this score
Major developed-markets benchmark with excellent liquidity; excludes Canada and emerging markets while charging more than newer core alternatives.
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The iShares Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF, traded under the ticker HYGH, is an exchange-traded fund designed to give investors exposure to U.S. high-yield corporate bonds while reducing the portfolio's sensitivity to changes in interest rates. It uses interest-rate swaps as part of that h...
Why this score
Useful interest-rate hedging and high-yield access, but layered costs, derivatives complexity, and persistent credit risk limit consensus appeal.
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The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of stocks in emerging market countries, primarily those within Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, offering broad exposure to these rapidly growing economies.
Why this score
Highly liquid emerging-markets vehicle with long history; comparatively high fees and narrower coverage make cheaper core funds preferable.
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The iShares J.P. Morgan EM High Yield Bond ETF (EMHY) is an exchange-traded fund that invests in dollar-denominated fixed income securities issued by companies and governments primarily located in emerging market countries with higher credit risk profiles.
Why this score
Established emerging-market high-yield exposure and diversification, offset by elevated credit, sovereign, currency, and liquidity risks.
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The iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (PFF) is an exchange-traded fund that invests in a diversified portfolio of American corporate debt securities with floating interest rates, primarily yielding higher income than traditional fixed-income investments.
Why this score
Highly liquid, diversified preferred-share exposure and steady income are positives; rate sensitivity, financial-sector concentration, and limited capital appreciation constrain ratings.
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The iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of large-cap international companies with above-average dividend yields, primarily investing in developed markets outside the United States.
Why this score
High international income and broad holdings earn support, but elevated fees, currency risk, dividend variability and uneven total returns limit consensus.
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The iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF (EUHY) tracks an index of dollar-denominated, investment-grade and non-investment-grade euro corporate bonds, aiming to provide exposure to the European high-yield bond market while mitigating currency risk through hedging.
Why this score
Useful currency hedging and diversified exposure, offset by credit risk, rate sensitivity, modest liquidity, and limited investor recognition.
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The iShares U.S. & Intl. High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (GHYG) is an exchange-traded fund that invests in a diversified portfolio of below investment grade corporate debt issued by companies globally, aiming to provide income through interest payments.
Why this score
Diversified global junk-bond exposure and low-cost indexing, offset by credit risk, rate sensitivity, modest liquidity, and limited investor adoption.
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What leads the Ishares ranking?
iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF currently leads the Ishares results with a displayed score of 9.20/10. This is an editorial ranking result for the items included on this page, not a universal verdict for every use case.
How should I read the score and confidence label?
The 0 to 10 score is Lunoo's ranking judgment. Strong confidence means 10 or more recorded comparison checks, some means 2 to 9, and provisional means fewer than 2.
What supports this ranking?
Lunoo combines category fit, feature coverage, pricing and value signals, public reception, recency, and peer comparisons. Public source links support factual item details when available, but they are not required for membership in this 28-item ranking.
Can I compare the leading results for Ishares?
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