An ETF That Could Be A ‘Port In the Storm’ Before U.S. 2020 Election

The iShares US Medical Devices ETF (IHI) focuses on U.S. healthcare companies that produce equipment and supplies. It is seen as less vulnerable to geopolitical tensions and political events. Despite high earnings multiples, IHI has attracted significant assets and offers a competitive expense ratio. The ETF's holdings are weighted by market cap, with major players like Abbott Labs and Medtronic at the top. In 2019, IHI outperformed the market and its sector competitors. It is favorably rated in the Bloomberg Intelligence Traffic Light system.

What makes the iShares US Medical Devices ETF (IHI) a stable investment option?

• It is highly volatile during U.S. elections.

• It focuses on U.S. healthcare companies.

• It is heavily influenced by the US-China trade war.

• It invests in non-healthcare sectors.

Which of the following is NOT a major company in the IHI fund?

• Abbott Labs

• Apple Inc.

• Medtronic

• Thermal Fisher

What is the expense ratio of the IHI ETF?

• 43 basis points

• 30 basis points

• 50 basis points

• 60 basis points

How did IHI perform in 2019 compared to the overall market?

• It underperformed the overall market.

• It matched the overall market performance.

• It outperformed the overall market.

• It had no significant change.

What evaluation did IHI receive from Bloomberg Intelligence?

• Red light

• Yellow light

• Green light

• No evaluation