iShares Russell Top 200 ETF Price & Performance (IWL)

Last week, ETFs attracted $22.3 billion in capital, with U.S. equity ETFs leading at $11.8 billion. This surge occurred despite significant market declines, including a 2% drop in major indices. Key players like Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) dominated inflows, reflecting continued investor interest amid volatility.12

Jones Financial Companies Lllp increased its holdings in iShares MSCI China ETF by over 8,800% during the fourth quarter. The fund now owns 981 shares valued at $46,000. This move aligns with broader trends of institutional adjustments in response to global market uncertainties and shifting economic conditions.34

iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF (IWY) experienced significant outflows recently, losing $738 million. Analysts suggest that heightened market volatility and a pivot toward value stocks have made growth-focused funds less appealing. This trend reflects broader concerns over economic instability and overvaluation in growth sectors.56