iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF
IJR US IndexUpdated: Jul 4, 2026, 21:17 UTC
Key Metrics
Top 10 Holdings
| Holding | Ticker | Weight | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlackRock Cash Funds Treasury SL Agency | XTSLA | 1.69% | |
| Sanmina Corp | SANM | 0.83% | |
| Semtech Corp | SMTC | 0.83% | |
| Viavi Solutions Inc | VIAV | 0.66% | |
| Viasat Inc | VSAT | 0.64% | |
| Lumen Technologies Inc Ordinary Shares | LUMN | 0.61% | |
| FormFactor Inc | FORM | 0.57% | |
| Element Solutions Inc | ESI | 0.56% | |
| Argan Inc | AGX | 0.54% | |
| Enphase Energy Inc | ENPH | 0.52% |
Sector Allocation
About This ETF
The iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) is a US Index ETF with an expense ratio (TER) of 0.06% and $103.5B in assets under management., with its largest holdings being BlackRock Cash Funds Treasury SL Agency, Sanmina Corp, Semtech Corp. The ETF currently yields 1.15% in dividends. Year-to-date, IJR has returned +21.24%. With an expense ratio of just 0.06%, it is one of the cheapest ETFs in its category.
The index measures the performance of the small-capitalization sector of the U.S. equity market, as determined by SPDJI. The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its index and may invest up to 20% of its assets in certain futures, options and swap contracts, cash and cash equivalents.
FAQ — IJR
What is the TER of IJR (iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF)?
IJR has a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.06 % per year. That sits above the us index category median (0.05 % across 14 peer ETFs). The TER is deducted directly from the fund and lowers your effective return.
What return has IJR delivered?
Performance for IJR: YTD: +21.24 % · 3-year p.a.: +15.29 % · 5-year p.a.: +7.12 %. Over 5 years, IJR underperforms the us index category median of +12.07 % by -4.95 pp. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns.
What are the top holdings of IJR?
The five largest positions in IJR are: XTSLA, SANM, SMTC, VIAV, VSAT. The full holdings list is updated daily on this page.
Does IJR pay dividends?
IJR has a current dividend yield of 1.15 %. Distributing ETFs pay this out in cash; accumulating versions reinvest it inside the fund. Check the share class on your broker before buying.
Where can I buy or set up a savings plan for IJR?
IJR is available at most major brokers. For a free monthly savings plan from €1, look at Trade Republic, Scalable Capital or Flatex. The broker comparison on this site shows fees, free-savings-plan ETFs and execution exchanges side by side.
What is the iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF?
The iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (IJR) tracks the small-capitalization segment of the U.S. equity market via the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. With $102.6B in assets and a very low expense ratio of 0.06%, it is one of the cheapest ways to gain broad exposure to smaller American companies. Unlike large-cap funds, IJR offers access to higher-growth but more volatile firms beyond the mega-caps, making it a popular building block for diversified portfolios.
Performance in context
IJR has returned 15.3% year-to-date, 15.91% over three years, and 5.95% over five years. The price of $139.72 sits near its 52-week high of $140.53 and well above the low of $103.75. These returns reflect the cyclical nature of smaller U.S. companies, which are highly sensitive to domestic growth, interest rates, and investor risk appetite. The softer five-year figure shows how small-caps can lag large-caps during uncertain periods. The dividend yield stands at 1.16%.
Past performance is not an indicator of future results.
Risk profile
Small-cap stocks typically swing more than large-caps and are more sensitive to economic cycles, interest-rate moves, and liquidity constraints. The fund is broadly diversified across more than 600 holdings; the largest single position is a cash fund at just 1.44%, so there is no single-stock concentration risk. By sector, financial services (16.82%), industrials (15.52%), and technology (15.48%) lead.
- Currency risk: The ETF is denominated in USD. For euro-area investors, EUR/USD exchange-rate movements can materially affect returns, both positively and negatively.
- Economic risk: Smaller companies are more dependent on the U.S. domestic economy.
Who is this ETF for?
IJR suits investors with a long time horizon who want to deliberately add U.S. small-cap exposure and can accept higher volatility in exchange for potentially higher long-term growth. As a low-cost component, it works well for diversification alongside a large-cap core holding.
It is less suitable for:
- Investors with a short horizon or low risk tolerance, given that small-caps are volatile.
- Those seeking income, as the 1.16% dividend yield is moderate.
- Euro-area investors unwilling to bear currency risk.
This is not investment advice.
How it compares to peers
IJR competes with other U.S. small-cap ETFs:
- Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB): tracks the CRSP US Small Cap Index and covers a broader universe than the S&P SmallCap 600.
- iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM): follows the well-known Russell 2000 and tends to include smaller, sometimes unprofitable firms.
- SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF (SPSM): tracks the same index as IJR and is a direct, very cheap rival.
At 0.06% in costs, IJR ranks among the most affordable options in its category.
Where can I buy IJR?
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