iShares S&P 500 Value ETF Price & Performance (IVE)

Global ETF assets reached an unprecedented $15.50 trillion by February's end, driven by $61.67 billion in net inflows. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust led with $8.67 billion in inflows. This surge underscores a growing investor preference for ETFs as a diversified and accessible investment vehicle amid market volatility.1

Despite a recent decline, American Express stock is drawing attention from analysts and institutional investors. Wells Fargo raised its price target to $370, signaling confidence in its recovery. With institutional holdings increasing, the company is viewed as a stable option in a volatile market, reflecting renewed optimism in value stocks.2

Amid rising recession fears, value ETFs are attracting significant inflows, with $1.8 billion added this month. These funds, seen as more resilient, are benefiting from a shift away from growth stocks, which experienced $3.6 billion in outflows. This trend highlights investors' defensive strategies in an increasingly uncertain economic environment.34