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IWM or SPY: fund comparison
In brief
These are different funds: IWM — Russell 2000; SPY — S&P 500. 12 months: IWM +11.3%; SPY +8.8%. SPY has the lower fee (0.0945% a year). The choice depends on which part of the market you want to own.
12-month growth, from 100━ IWM +11.3% ━ SPY +8.8%
| Metric | IWM | SPY |
|---|---|---|
| Manager | BlackRock (iShares) | State Street |
| Index | Russell 2000 | S&P 500 |
| Expense ratio | 0.19% | 0.0945% |
| Price, $ | 270.98 | 733.00 |
| Year to date | +10.3% ● | +7.8% |
| 12 months | +11.3% ● | +8.8% |
| From 52-week high | −11.2% | −6.2% ● |
| vs 200-day average | −2.8% | +0.4% ● |
| Dividend yield | 0.98% | 1.00% ● |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which to choose: IWM or SPY?
These are different funds: IWM — Russell 2000; SPY — S&P 500. 12 months: IWM +11.3%; SPY +8.8%. SPY has the lower fee (0.0945% a year). The choice depends on which part of the market you want to own.
What is an expense ratio?
The percentage of assets the fund deducts per year. 0.03% is 30 cents a year per $1,000.
How do I buy an ETF?
Through a broker with US market access, like a regular stock, by ticker.