Should iShares Russell Mid-Cap Value ETF (IWS) Be on Your Investing Radar?

The iShares Russell Mid-Cap Value ETF (IWS) was launched on July 17, 2001, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Mid Cap Value segment of the US equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 10, 2025

Mid-Cap Value ETFs: A Clear Case For VOE Over IWS

Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF (VOE) is rated a buy due to its lower fees, higher quality holdings, and superior performance versus IWS. VOE offers a focused portfolio with better value metrics, higher dividend yield, and lower volatility compared to the more diversified but costlier IWS. IWS is rated hold, as its only advantage is greater diversification, which does not outweigh its higher expense ratio and weaker performance.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 25, 2025

Why Value ETFs Investing Could Be a Smart Move Right Now

Amid market uncertainty and overvalued equities, value investing with ETFs offer a safer, long-term path to steady returns.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 30, 2025

IWS: There Are Better Ways To Accumulate Mid-Cap Value Exposure

IWS underperforms similar mid-cap value ETFs, making it less attractive compared to peers like IWR, IJJ, and RFV. The fund's simplistic value criteria and marginal portfolio differences fail to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns or meaningful outperformance. Given lackluster returns, minimal differentiation, and macro risks, iShares Russell Mid-Cap Value ETF is not a recommended investment versus other mid-cap ETF alternatives.

Seeking Alpha • May 21, 2025

Here's Why You Should Buy Top-Ranked Mid-Cap ETFs Now

Mid-caps offer a unique balance between growth and stability, diversification benefits and potential for undervalued opportunities.

Zacks Investment Research • May 7, 2025

Value ETF Investing: Positioned to Thrive in Uncertain Markets

With rising recession and economic slowdown concerns, value investing stands out as an attractive strategy. Look at ETFs to simplify the implementation of the strategy.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 20, 2025

IWS: The Case For A Pivot To Mid-Cap Value

The iShares Russell Mid-Cap Value ETF is recommended for its focus on domestically oriented mid-cap stocks, benefiting from tax cuts, deregulation, and protectionism. Mid-cap stocks offer a defensive strategy against potential trade wars and high valuations, with lower P/E ratios compared to the S&P 500. The ETF's value orientation provides downside protection and diversification, making it a prudent addition to a U.S. large-cap portfolio.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 12, 2024

Why Should You Buy Mid-Cap ETFs?

Mid-cap investing can be a strong option, offering a unique balance between growth and stability, diversification benefits and potential for undervalued opportunities.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 23, 2024

U.S. Weekly FundFlows Insight Report: Fund Market Sees First Weekly Inflow In Three, Adding $5.5 Billion

Last week, the fund market saw an astonishing $143.5 billion in outflows - the largest weekly outflow since the week ending September 16, 2009.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 26, 2024

January FOMC Meeting Review: The 'Fed-Amental' Attribution Error

The Federal Reserve kept rates steady and maintained a hawkish stance toward inflation while acknowledging an outstanding economy and progress in vanquishing inflationary pressure. Expectations for rate cuts in March were dampened by a change in statement language and Powell's comments in the press conference.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 31, 2024