IMTM: Signs Of Growth Rebound Support Momentum Factor

iShares MSCI Intl Momentum Factor ETF (IMTM) offers ex-US momentum exposure but closely tracks broader international indices like IXUS. IMTM is overweight financials and industrials, making it highly sensitive to macroeconomic trends in countries like Japan, Canada, and Europe. Recent US growth prospects and rate decisions provide a near-term rally force for global markets, yet USD hedge value has diminished and sectoral differentiation is minor.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 12, 2025

IMTM: International Equities With Momentum

With the U.S. dollar weakening, one can consider international assets, especially equities, for diversification and currency tailwinds. IMTM offers exposure to developed international stocks with a momentum factor, avoiding U.S. equities and providing broad geographic diversification. IMTM has outperformed the popular VEA ETF over the past year, delivering higher returns and lower volatility, as shown by its superior Sharpe ratio.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 6, 2025

Momentum ETFs Climb Higher in 2025

In the one-year period ended June 2025, the S&P 500 Momentum Index rose 30%, essentially double the gain of the S&P 500. Momentum was the best-performing factor of the widely tracked benchmark, ahead of growth, free cash flow, and even high beta slices.

ETF Trends • Jul 28, 2025

Momentum ETF (IMTM) Hits New 52-Week High

For investors seeking momentum, iShares MSCI Intl Momentum Factor ETF IMTM is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 18% from its 52-week low of $34.65 per share.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 24, 2025

3 ETFs Quietly Outperforming the Market

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Morningstar • Nov 7, 2024

IMTM: International Momentum Works But Is Spotty

iShares MSCI Intl Momentum Factor ETF offers exposure to momentum factors in international equity markets through factor-based strategies. IMTM tracks the MSCI World ex USA Momentum Index with 301 holdings, aiming to beat market cap-weighted indices with a low expense ratio. Sector composition favors Industrials, Financials, and Tech, but Japan's 42% allocation poses a risk despite strong sector diversification.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 29, 2024

Play Momentum ETFs as U.S. Strikes a Debt Deal

In a fresh approach to averting an economic disaster, President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy find a middle ground to raise the debt ceiling, reshaping the way the U.S. government operates.

Zacks Investment Research • May 30, 2023

ETF Global Dynamic Model Portfolio Rebalance - Q1 2022

Growth and value equities lead the way. Targeted exposures are ascendant, while diversification is waning, in the international market.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 5, 2022

High Momentum ETFs to Buy on Wall Street's Winning Streak

Wall Street has been on a winning streak. Three key U.S. indexes have been hovering at a record high.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 3, 2021

5 International Equity ETFs That Topped S&P 500 in Q1

These international ETFs have outperformed the S&P 500 in the first quarter.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 31, 2020