iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF

IJH

Market cap $101B

Looking for broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market? You should consider the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on May 22, 2000.

Launched on May 22, 2000, the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.

Mid-cap ETFs should benefit from a soft economic landing and rate cuts, making now an attractive entry point, versus large-caps. IJH is my preferred pick over IWR, due to its higher quality holdings, lower expense ratio, and more conservative portfolio construction. Both funds offer diversified exposure to key sectors, but IJH's focus on profitability and stability positions it better for long-term growth.

CFRA found big discrepancies among the returns of the market's three largest mid-cap ETFs.

Looking for broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market? You should consider the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/22/2000.

IJH offers mid-cap exposure but is more sensitive to macro risks and lacks tech-driven support seen in large-cap ETFs. Recent market optimism may not align with underlying economic risks, including slowing GDP growth, labor market weakness, and inflation concerns. Upcoming GDP and CPI reports are key catalysts that could quickly shift momentum and expose IJH to short-term volatility.

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/22/2000.

The S&P 500 has outperformed mid and small-cap indexes, making mid-caps attractively valued with P/E multiples in the mid-teens. I maintain a buy rating on iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF despite its recent underperformance, citing its strong long-term valuation and profitability. IJH's portfolio is heavily weighted towards cyclicals, with a compelling P/E ratio under 16x and a PEG ratio of 1.33x.

Launched on 05/22/2000, the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.

Economic data for the first quarter of 2025 indicates a potential contraction, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's GDPNow tracker.