(IDU) iShares U.S. Utilities - Ratings and Ratios

The iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (NYSE ARCA: IDU) is designed to track the performance of the U.S. utilities sector by investing at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index. The fund is non-diversified, meaning it can concentrate its holdings in a smaller number of securities, which may increase risk but also allows for targeted exposure to the utilities sector. The utilities sector includes companies involved in electricity, gas, water, and renewable energy, which are often characterized by stable cash flows and dividend payments. The fund provides investors with a way to gain exposure to this sector through a single investment vehicle.

From a technical perspective, the funds recent price action suggests short-term strength, with the last price of 101.96 exceeding both the 20-day (99.36) and 50-day (99.91) simple moving averages (SMA). However, the 200-day SMA of 98.04 indicates longer-term support. The Average True Range (ATR) of 2.03 reflects moderate volatility. The average 20-day volume of 68,989 shares suggests consistent liquidity, though not exceptionally high. The funds assets under management (AUM) of $1.408 billion highlight its popularity among investors seeking utilities sector exposure.