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iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI)
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11/05/2025: IHI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -10.51% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.01 | 52 Weeks Range 52.86 - 65.09 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 52.86 - 65.09 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the medical devices sector, offering exposure to companies that produce medical equipment, instruments, and supplies.
Reputation and Reliability
BlackRock, the issuer, is one of the world's largest asset managers with a strong reputation and a long track record of managing ETFs.
Management Expertise
BlackRock has extensive experience and expertise in managing a wide range of ETFs, including sector-specific funds.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the medical devices sector.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: IHI aims to replicate the performance of the ICE U.S. Medical Devices Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies involved in the design, manufacture, and distribution of medical devices.
Market Position
Market Share: IHI holds a significant market share within the medical devices ETF sector.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 6630000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- XHE
- FTXG
- FHLC
Competitive Landscape
The medical devices ETF market is relatively concentrated. IHI has significant AUM compared to its competitors due to its long history and strong brand recognition. However, competitors like XHE and FTXG offer slightly different weighting methodologies or broader healthcare exposure which may appeal to some investors. IHI's focused approach provides pure-play exposure to medical devices, but that is a disadvantage if investors want a more diversified healthcare portfolio.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is readily available but changes over time so must be actively tracked.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should be compared against the ICE U.S. Medical Devices Index to evaluate its tracking effectiveness.
Expense Ratio: 0.4
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
IHI has strong trading volume, typically allowing investors to buy and sell shares easily.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, indicating efficient trading and lower transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Factors such as advancements in medical technology, regulatory changes, demographic shifts, and healthcare spending influence IHI.
Growth Trajectory
Growth trends are tied to medical device innovation, aging populations, and increased healthcare access; holdings and strategy periodically adjust.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IHI benefits from BlackRock's established reputation and large AUM, offering stability and liquidity. The fund's clear focus on U.S. medical devices allows for targeted exposure. It offers a relatively simple and passive investment strategy tracking a well-defined index. Its pure-play approach ensures investors are directly exposed to the medical devices sector. IHI's brand recognition and trading volume serve as further competitive advantages.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is generally moderate, reflecting the stability of the healthcare sector, but can be affected by regulatory news or product recalls.
Market Risk
Risks include sector-specific risks such as regulatory hurdles, technological obsolescence, and competition, as well as broader market risks.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking targeted exposure to the U.S. medical devices sector, who believe in the growth potential of medical technology and healthcare spending.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors looking for sector-specific exposure within a diversified portfolio or for those with a bullish outlook on medical devices.
Summary
The iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI) provides targeted exposure to the U.S. medical devices sector through a passively managed fund tracking the ICE U.S. Medical Devices Index. It is managed by BlackRock, offering a stable and liquid investment option with a moderate expense ratio. Investors should consider its sector-specific risks and potential volatility. IHI's focused approach provides exposure to companies involved in medical equipment, instruments and supplies with strong trading volume making it suitable for investors seeking sector specific exposure.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares.com
- Morningstar.com
- ETFdb.com
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions can change, and 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. Medical Devices ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Select Medical Equipment Index, which measures the performance of the medical equipment sector of the U.S. equity market, as defined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. The index includes medical equipment companies, including manufacturers and distributors of medical devices such as magnetic resonance imaging scanners, prosthetics, pacemakers, X-ray machines, and other non-disposable medical devices. The fund is non-diversified.
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