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iShares Future AI & Tech ETF (ARTY)
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11/05/2025: ARTY (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 35.5% | Avg. Invested days 55 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 26.31 - 41.45 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.31 - 41.45 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 |
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iShares Future AI & Tech ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares Future AI & Tech ETF (IRBO) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of developed and emerging market companies that may benefit from the increased adoption and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies. It focuses on companies involved in AI technologies, robotics, and automation.
Reputation and Reliability
BlackRock is a well-established and reputable issuer of ETFs, known for its extensive experience and wide range of investment products.
Management Expertise
BlackRock's management team possesses considerable expertise in managing ETFs and navigating the complexities of the technology sector.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of developed and emerging market companies that may benefit from the increased adoption and utilization of artificial intelligence and related technologies.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track a specific index related to artificial intelligence and technology, focusing on companies that could benefit from these sectors' growth.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies involved in AI, robotics, automation, and related technological fields.
Market Position
Market Share: Insufficient data to provide exact market share.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 167600000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (ROBO)
- Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ)
- ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ)
Competitive Landscape
The AI and robotics ETF industry is moderately competitive. IRBO offers a focused approach on future AI technologies, which can be an advantage, but it may also lag behind more diversified competitors during periods of broad sector gains. ROBO and BOTZ have larger AUM and track records.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Insufficient data to provide meaningful data. Data needs to be pulled from a live source.
Benchmark Comparison: Insufficient data to provide meaningful data. Data needs to be pulled from a live source.
Expense Ratio: 0.47
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume dictates how easily shares can be bought or sold without significantly impacting the price.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread reflects the difference between the highest price a buyer will pay and the lowest price a seller will accept, indicating trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators like GDP growth, interest rates, and inflation, sector growth forecasts, and overall market sentiment significantly impact the AI and tech sectors.
Growth Trajectory
Growth trends involve expanding AI applications across industries, increasing investment in robotics and automation, and potential shifts in the ETF's holdings to capture emerging opportunities.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IRBO benefits from BlackRock's established brand and distribution network. It provides targeted exposure to the artificial intelligence and related technology sectors. IRBO's index methodology selects companies poised to benefit from AI, offering a focused investment approach. However, its performance and AUM might not match competitors with wider holdings or higher visibility.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF's volatility is linked to the tech sector, making it susceptible to rapid price swings due to technological advancements and market sentiment.
Market Risk
Risks include regulatory changes, rapid technological obsolescence, economic downturns affecting tech spending, and potential concentration risk in specific AI sub-sectors.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is seeking long-term growth potential through exposure to the rapidly evolving AI and technology sectors and is comfortable with moderate to high risk.
Market Risk
IRBO is more suited for long-term investors or active traders seeking targeted exposure to the AI and technology sectors, rather than passive index followers.
Summary
IRBO is designed for investors seeking to capitalize on the growth of artificial intelligence and related technologies. Its focus on AI-driven companies makes it unique, though it carries associated risks and benefits. Investors should consider its expense ratio and market dynamics. BlackRock's involvement adds credibility, but other AI/robotics ETFs command more market share. Its performance must be compared to the index and the competitive market to make informed decisions.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares.com
- ETFdb.com
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual financial circumstances and risk tolerance. Market share data is based on available information and may not be entirely accurate due to data limitations.
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 Future AI & Tech ETF
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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index. The index is composed of U.S. and non-U.S. companies that provide products and services that are expected to contribute to artificial intelligence ("AI") technologies in areas including generative AI, AI data and infrastructure, AI software, and AI services.
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