GGUS Vs. IWF: Why Large Tech Allocation Matters Even Now, Go With IWF

2025-03-24 00:31:17 ET

Summary

• The Goldman Sachs MarketBeta® Russell 1000 Growth Equity ETF shows recent outperformance but hasn't proven its long-term mettle compared to iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF.
• IWF's larger AUM, lower turnover, and strategic tech sector exposure, especially to AI, offer a stronger investment case than GGUS.
• Despite GGUS's higher dividend yield, its higher turnover and unproven track record make IWF a better buy in the current economic climate.
• Both funds face significant macro risks, particularly tied to tech sector performance, but IWF's established position provides a safer bet.

The Goldman Sachs MarketBeta® Russell 1000 Growth Equity ETF ( GGUS ) has never been covered on Seeking Alpha until now, surprisingly. It's intriguing that a GS fund that's been around for more than a year and delivered alpha over the S&P 500 Index ( SP500 ) and even the NASDAQ 100-Index ( NDX ) over that period would have as few as 77 followers on Seeking Alpha....

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