Schwab (SCHA) vs. iShares (IJR): Which Small Cap ETF Should Investors Buy?
Expense ratios, sector weights, and risk profiles set these two small-cap ETFs apart for investors seeking growth and diversification.
Schwab (SCHA) vs. iShares (IJR): Which Small Cap ETF Should Investors Buy?
Overview
Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF (NYSEMKT:SCHA) offers lower costs and broader diversification, while iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF (NYSEMKT:IJR) provides a more concentrated portfolio with slightly lower historical volatility.
Small-cap stocks can offer significant growth potential but often experience greater price swings than their large-cap counterparts. This comparison compares two popular low-cost options that track different small-cap indexes to help investors determine which best fits their risk profile and diversification needs.
Details
Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The one-year return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing 12-month distribution yield.
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