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iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (IAT)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: IAT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -2.93% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 304846 | Beta 1.17 | 52 Weeks Range 37.89 - 56.94 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.89 - 56.94 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (IAT) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. regional bank stocks. It provides exposure to the regional banking sector, focusing on companies primarily engaged in traditional banking activities within specific geographic regions.
Reputation and Reliability
BlackRock is a reputable and reliable issuer with a strong track record in the ETF market.
Management Expertise
BlackRock possesses extensive expertise in managing ETFs and tracking various indices.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. regional bank stocks.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to replicate the performance of the Russell 3000 Regional Banks Index.
Composition The ETF holds stocks of U.S. regional banks.
Market Position
Market Share: IAT's market share is substantial but not dominant within the regional bank ETF space.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 505154685.12
Competitors
Key Competitors
- KRE
- DPST
- FTXO
- QABA
Competitive Landscape
The regional bank ETF industry is competitive, with KRE dominating. IAT offers a similar exposure but with a different index and weighting methodology. IAT's advantage lies in the iShares brand and potentially slightly lower expense ratio (depending on competitor adjustments). KRE has the advantage of a larger AUM, leading to increased liquidity. DPST is more leveraged.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies with market conditions and interest rate environment. Needs specific year-over-year data for an array output.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance closely tracks the Russell 3000 Regional Banks Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.39
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume of IAT indicates sufficient liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, reflecting adequate liquidity and efficient trading.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, interest rate changes, regulatory policies, and housing market trends influence IAT's performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the health of the regional banking sector and investor sentiment towards financial stocks; strategies and holdings stay fairly consistent.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IAT benefits from BlackRock's established reputation and fund management expertise. The ETF offers targeted exposure to U.S. regional banks, appealing to investors seeking specific sector exposure. Its competitive edge comes from tracking a distinct index within the regional banking space. However, KRE's size and liquidity make it a challenging competitor. IAT's niche index may offer diversification benefits within a portfolio.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
IAT's volatility is correlated with the regional banking sector, which can be sensitive to interest rate fluctuations and economic cycles.
Market Risk
Market risk includes exposure to economic downturns, interest rate hikes, regulatory changes, and credit risk associated with regional bank loans.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking targeted exposure to the U.S. regional banking sector, expecting growth from regional economies and interested in dividends.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors with a moderate to high-risk tolerance and an understanding of financial sector dynamics.
Summary
The iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (IAT) provides focused exposure to U.S. regional bank stocks. BlackRock's management and the ETF's relatively low expense ratio add to its appeal. However, KRE's dominance presents a competitive challenge. Investors should consider their risk tolerance and the macroeconomic outlook before investing. IAT's performance is closely tied to the health of the regional banking sector.
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FTXO

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FTXO

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KRE

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KRE

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QABA

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QABA

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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares Official Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index and may invest up to 20% of its assets in certain futures, options and swap contracts, cash and cash equivalents, as well as in securities not included in the underlying index, but which BFA believes will help the fund track the underlying index. The fund is non-diversified.
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