iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
Price
$774.75
YTD
+16.20%
Expense
0.03%
Yield
1.32%
🇺🇸 United States
Best iShares ETFs to Buy
Top BlackRock iShares ETFs for every investment goal — the most comprehensive ETF lineup available.
Best iShares ETFs from BlackRock
iShares by BlackRock is the world's largest ETF provider, offering over 1,300 ETFs across every asset class, sector, and geography imaginable. With over $3 trillion in ETF assets, iShares provides institutional-grade investment tools at retail-accessible prices, making them a go-to choice for individual and professional investors alike.
iShares Core Series: The Foundation
The iShares Core series targets buy-and-hold investors with ultra-low fees: IVV (S&P 500, 0.03%), IEFA (international developed, 0.07%), IEMG (emerging markets, 0.09%), and AGG (bonds, 0.03%). These four ETFs can build a complete global portfolio rivaling the best Vanguard offerings.
Specialized iShares ETFs
Beyond core holdings, iShares excels in specialized categories: factor ETFs (QUAL, VLUE, MTUM), sector ETFs (covering all 11 GICS sectors), country-specific ETFs (covering 40+ individual countries), and thematic ETFs. This breadth makes iShares ideal for investors who want precise portfolio construction.
iShares Bond ETFs
iShares dominates fixed income ETF market share with offerings spanning government bonds (TLT, SHY), corporate bonds (LQD, HYG), municipal bonds (MUB), TIPS (TIP), and international bonds. Their bond ETF lineup is the most comprehensive available from any single provider.
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iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF
Price
$97.83
YTD
+3.20%
Expense
0.03%
Yield
4.35%
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF
Price
$100.77
YTD
+8.50%
Expense
0.07%
Yield
2.85%
iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
Price
$82.42
YTD
+6.80%
Expense
0.09%
Yield
2.55%
iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF
Price
$224.60
YTD
+14.80%
Expense
0.15%
Yield
1.45%
iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF
Price
$83.13
YTD
+2.50%
Expense
0.15%
Yield
4.15%
iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF
Price
$123.89
YTD
—
Expense
0.19%
Yield
—
iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF
Price
$257.58
YTD
—
Expense
0.19%
Yield
—
iShares Semiconductor ETF
Price
$525.43
YTD
—
Expense
0.35%
Yield
—
Frequently asked questions
What is the best iShares ETF?
IVV (iShares Core S&P 500) is the most popular iShares ETF with ultra-low 0.03% fees. For broader exposure, IEFA covers international developed markets. QUAL is excellent for quality factor investing. The best choice depends on your specific portfolio needs.
Are iShares ETFs better than Vanguard?
They are very competitive. iShares offers a wider selection, especially for country-specific and factor ETFs. Vanguard has the ownership structure advantage. For core holdings (S&P 500, total market), both offer essentially identical products at similar costs.
What iShares ETFs does BlackRock recommend?
The iShares Core Builder tool recommends a combination of IVV (US), IEFA (international developed), IEMG (emerging markets), and AGG (bonds) for most investors. This four-fund portfolio provides complete global diversification at a blended cost under 0.06%.
Are iShares ETFs safe?
iShares ETFs are issued by BlackRock, the world largest asset manager with $10+ trillion AUM. ETF assets are held in segregated trusts, protected from BlackRock corporate liabilities. The underlying risk depends on the asset class — stock ETFs carry market risk, bond ETFs carry interest rate risk.
What is the cheapest iShares ETF?
IVV (S&P 500) and IUSB (Core Total USD Bond Market) are among the cheapest at 0.03%. The iShares Core series offers rock-bottom fees competitive with Vanguard across major asset classes.