iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF Price & Performance (MTUM)

The iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF (MTUM) is showing conflicting signals as its 50- and 100-day moving averages indicate a sell, yet short-term averages remain supportive. Despite MTUM’s $13.66 billion in assets and broad market exposure, momentum strategies are under scrutiny as recent technicals suggest caution for investors.12

Low-volatility ETFs are leading U.S. equity factors in 2025, with the iShares MSCI USA Minimum Volatility ETF up 2.7% year-to-date. In contrast, small-cap value stocks have suffered steep declines, down nearly 19%. This sharp divergence highlights the cyclical nature of factor investing and signals potential opportunities for contrarian investors.34

JPMorgan Chase & Co. has acquired over 164,000 shares of the iShares MSCI Intl Momentum Factor ETF, which tracks non-U.S. stocks with strong price momentum. The ETF recently traded at $40.32, near its one-year high, and maintains a market cap of $2.48 billion, reflecting institutional confidence in global momentum strategies.56