Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ)?

The iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ) was launched on June 12, 2000, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Industrials - Broad segment of the equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 16, 2026

IYJ: Industrials Dashboard For December

All industrial subsectors except transportation are 27–32% overvalued versus 11-year historical baselines, with transportation near long-term averages. IYJ is not a pure industrial ETF, with only 66% exposure to the industrials GICS sector, higher fees, and lower historical returns than XLI. Eight stocks were cheaper than their peers in December.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 15, 2025

IYJ: Industrials ETF Breaks Out With A Stretched Valuation

IYJ has seen strong inflows and impressive recovery, outperforming the S&P 500 since my last buy rating in January. Despite a high valuation and seasonal volatility risks, technical momentum is robust with a clear breakout to new all-time highs. The ETF offers diversified exposure to US Industrials, including AI and defense plays, but is concentrated and sensitive to macro trends.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 27, 2025

Final Trades: Lockheed Martin, Netflix, iShares U.S. Industrials ETF and Check Point

The Investment Committee shares the stocks on their radar.

CNBC Television • Jul 14, 2025

IYJ: Industrials Dashboard For May

This article provides a top-down analysis of the industrial sector using value, quality, and momentum metrics. Industrials are currently the most overvalued sector, with aerospace/defense and services/distribution showing the highest overvaluation, while transportation appears undervalued. IYJ is not a pure industrial ETF, with only 63% in industrials and significant exposure to financials, making XLI and similar ETFs better choices for pure sector exposure.

Seeking Alpha • May 14, 2025

Weekly Economic Snapshot: Jobs Strength in Rearview Mirror as Tariff Fears Grip Markets

Last week's economic landscape was dramatically reshaped by President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariff policies on what he declared “Liberation Day.” His announcement triggered a historic sell-off in the stock market.

ETF Trends • Apr 7, 2025

Final Trades: Lockheed Martin, Exxon Mobil, IYJ and the U.S. 2-Year Treasury

The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.

CNBC Television • Mar 31, 2025

Weekly Economic Snapshot: Labor, Services, & Manufacturing's Cautious Growth

Last week's economic reports presented a narrative similar to what we've seen over the past few months: resilience coupled with concerns. The labor market demonstrated continued strength, but with signs of moderation.

ETF Trends • Mar 10, 2025

Weekly Economic Snapshot: Jobs, Inflation, & Sentiment Keep Markets on Edge

Economic indicators provide insight into the overall health and performance of the economy. They are closely watched by policymakers, advisors, investors, and businesses because they help them to make informed decisions about business strategies and financial markets.

ETF Trends • Feb 10, 2025

IYJ: Industrials A Buy Despite Currency Headwinds

I have a buy rating on IYJ due to its fair valuation, strong technical momentum, and encouraging broader trends despite potential short-run volatility. Industrials sector ETF IYJ is up nearly 5% in January, with a promising chart and solid diversification across large and SMID caps. IYJ's top holdings include Visa and Mastercard, which diversify the portfolio.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 30, 2025