VUG - IWF: It Worked Well But Is Vulnerable Going Forward
2024-05-20 15:17:38 ET
Summary
- iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF is a popular choice for investors, but the large-cap growth theme is overcrowded.
- The IWF ETF tracks the Russell 1000 Growth Index and has over $90 billion in assets under management.
- The technology sector constitutes the largest portion of IWF, but high concentration and volatility are concerns.
There are plenty of choices for investors looking to dip their toes in the stock market, but let's face it - nearly everyone has flocked to large-cap growth. And that's the problem. A favorite among equity growth-minded investors is the iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF ( IWF ). Now, to be clear – I think the large-cap growth theme is overdone and is overcrowded. It's clearly worked, and yes, I know this can continue. It's just not a part of the marketplace I favor now. Having said that, it's still worth looking at this popular fund....
IWF: It Worked Well, But Is Vulnerable Going Forward