IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY
iShares®
iShares Trust
Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”)
to the Statement of Additional Information (“SAI”)
dated September 1, 2021
for the iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (IYM), iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE), iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF (IYH), iShares U.S. Technology ETF (IYW), iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU), iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK), iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF), iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ) and iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC) (collectively, the “Funds” and each a “Fund”)
The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the SAI for each Fund.
Change in iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF’s name
Prior to September 20, 2021, the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF.
Change in iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF’s name
Prior to September 20, 2021, the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF.
Change in each of the Funds’ “Construction and Maintenance of the Underlying Indexes”
Prior to September 20, 2021, the second paragraph under the Section titled “The Dow Jones Indexes” is the following instead of the current paragraphs:
Component Selection Criteria Applicable to Dow Jones Subsector Indexes. The following indexes are collectively referred to herein as the “Dow Jones Subsector Indexes Index”: Dow Jones U.S. Financial Services Index, Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index, Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index and Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index. On a quarterly basis, S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (“SPDJI”) conducts reviews of the float-adjusted market capitalizations and weightings of the securities in each Dow Jones Subsector Index. On the last business day of the month prior to the quarterly review, a security must have a $500 million float-adjusted market capitalization to be added to a Dow Jones Subsector Index; securities with a float-adjusted market capitalization below $250 million will be removed from the applicable Dow Jones Subsector Index.
After the close of trading on the NYSE on the third Friday in March, June, September and December, each Dow Jones Subsector Index’s composition is adjusted to meet the following concentration limits:
• | No single Underlying Index component may have a weight greater than 25% of the Dow Jones Subsector Indexes. |
• | The sum of the weights of the Underlying Index components that are individually greater than 5% may not be greater than 45% of the Dow Jones Subsector Indexes. |
• | The sum of the weights of the five largest Underlying Index components may not be greater than 65% of the Dow Jones Subsector Indexes. |
Prior to September 20, 2021, the eighth paragraph under the Section titled “The Dow Jones Indexes” is the following instead of the current paragraph:
Additional Information. The Dow Jones U.S. Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Financial Services Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Select Dividend Index, the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index, and the Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index (collectively, the “Dow Jones Indexes”) are products of SPDJI, and have been licensed for use by BFA or its affiliates. S&P® is a registered trademark of Standard & Poor’s Financial Services LLC (“SPFS”); Dow
Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC (“Dow Jones”); and these trademarks have been licensed for use by SPDJI and sublicensed for certain purposes by BFA and its affiliates. The Funds are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, SPFS or their respective affiliates or third party licensors and none of such parties make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in such product(s) nor do they have any liability for any errors, omissions, or interruptions of the Dow Jones Indexes.
Prior to September 20, 2021, the SAI does not include the section entitled “The Russell Indexes” and includes the following as subsections under the section entitled “The Dow Jones Indexes”:
Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index
Number of Components: approximately 35
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the basic materials sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index
Number of Components: approximately 98
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the consumer goods sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index
Number of Components: approximately 133
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the consumer services sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control.
Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index
Number of Components: approximately 232
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the financial sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control.
Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index
Number of Components: approximately 125
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the healthcare sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index
Number of Components: approximately 192
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the industrials sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index
Number of Components: approximately 33
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the oil and gas sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index
Number of Components: approximately 159
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the technology sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer to a maximum of 22.5% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 50% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 22.50%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 45%. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control.
Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index
Number of Components: approximately 47
Index Description. The Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index is a subset of the Dow Jones U.S. Index. The Underlying Index includes only companies in the utilities sector of the Dow Jones U.S. Index.
If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737).
iShares® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
IS-A-SAI4.30-0921 |
PLEASE RETAIN THIS SUPPLEMENT
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Label | Element | Value |
---|---|---|
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Document Type | dei_DocumentType | 497 |
Document Period End Date | dei_DocumentPeriodEndDate | Apr. 30, 2021 |
Registrant Name | dei_EntityRegistrantName | iShares Trust |
Entity Central Index Key | dei_EntityCentralIndexKey | 0001100663 |
Amendment Flag | dei_AmendmentFlag | false |
Document Creation Date | dei_DocumentCreationDate | Aug. 31, 2021 |
Document Effective Date | dei_DocumentEffectiveDate | Sep. 01, 2021 |
Prospectus Date | rr_ProspectusDate | Sep. 01, 2021 |
Entity Inv Company Type | dei_EntityInvCompanyType | N-1A |
Sep. 01, 2021 |
---|
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the utilities sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the utilities industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Utilities RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer services sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of domestic equities in the consumer services industry (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)). The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by SPDJI) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer services industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Discretionary 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Services Industry Risk. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the oil and gas sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the energy and oil and gas industries or sectors. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Energy RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the financials industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the financials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Financials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF (IYH) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the healthcare sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the healthcare industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Health Care RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the industrials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the industrials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Industrials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares, Inc. Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index. Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer goods sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the consumer goods sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer goods industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Staples RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Staples Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Goods Industry Risk companies that sell such products may be affected by market conditions in other countries and regions. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (IYM) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Funds is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the basic materials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the basic materials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Basic Materials RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Technology ETF (IYW) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for The Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the technology industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single company (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 22.5% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 50 % of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 22.50%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 45%. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the technology industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Technology RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
Label | Element | Value |
---|---|---|
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the utilities sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the utilities industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Utilities RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer services sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of domestic equities in the consumer services industry (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)). The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by SPDJI) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer services industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Discretionary 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Services Industry Risk. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the oil and gas sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the energy and oil and gas industries or sectors. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Energy RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the financials industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the financials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Financials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF (IYH) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the healthcare sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the healthcare industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Health Care RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the industrials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the industrials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Industrials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares, Inc. Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index. Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer goods sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the consumer goods sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer goods industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Staples RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Staples Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Goods Industry Risk companies that sell such products may be affected by market conditions in other countries and regions. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (IYM) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Funds is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the basic materials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the basic materials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Basic Materials RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Technology ETF (IYW) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for The Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the technology industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single company (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 22.5% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 50 % of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 22.50%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 45%. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the technology industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Technology RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Utilities ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the utilities sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the utilities industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Utilities RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Services ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer services sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Services Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of domestic equities in the consumer services industry (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)). The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by SPDJI) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer services industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Discretionary 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Discretionary Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Services Industry Risk. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Energy ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Oil & Gas Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the oil and gas sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the energy and oil and gas industries or sectors. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Energy RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Financials ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Financials Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the financials industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single issuer (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 10% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 10%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 22.50%. Between scheduled quarterly index reviews, the Underlying Index is rebalanced at the end of any day on which all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index constitute more than 25% of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the financials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Financials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF (IYH) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the healthcare sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the healthcare industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Health Care RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Industrials ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Industrials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the industrials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the industrials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Industrials 40 Act 15/22.5 Daily Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares, Inc. Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s name Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s name is iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index. Change in the Fund’s “Investment Objective” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section entitled “Investment Objective” on page S-1 of the Prospectus and Summary Prospectus of the Fund is the following, instead of the current paragraph: The iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities in the consumer goods sector. Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the consumer goods sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the consumer goods industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Consumer Staples RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. Change in the Fund’s “Summary of Principal Risks” Prior to September 20, 2021, the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus of the Fund entitled “Summary of Principal Risks” does not include “Consumer Staples Sector Risk” and includes the following: Consumer Goods Industry Risk companies that sell such products may be affected by market conditions in other countries and regions. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (IYM) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Funds is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Basic Materials Index (the “Underlying Index”), which measures the performance of the basic materials sector of the U.S. equity market. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the basic materials industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Basic Materials RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “2” call and footnote “2” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
iShares U.S. Technology ETF | ||
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Supplement to Prospectus [Text Block] | rr_SupplementToProspectusTextBlock | IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CHANGE IN INVESTMENT POLICY iShares ® iShares Trust Supplement dated September 1, 2021 (the “Supplement”) to the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus each dated September 1, 2021 for the iShares U.S. Technology ETF (IYW) (the “Fund”) The information in this Supplement updates information in, and should be read in conjunction with, the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus for the Fund. Change in the Fund’s Underlying Index Prior to September 20, 2021, the Fund’s Underlying Index is Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index Change in the Fund’s “Principal Investment Strategies” Prior to September 20, 2021, the first paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for The Fund is the following, instead of the current first four paragraphs: The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Capped Index (the “Underlying Index”), which is designed to measure the performance of U.S. companies in the technology industry. The Underlying Index uses a capping methodology to limit the weight of the securities of any single company (as determined by S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC (the “Index Provider” or “SPDJI”)) to a maximum of 22.5% of the Underlying Index. Additionally, the capping methodology limits the sum of the weights of the securities of all issuers that individually constitute more than 5% of the weight of the Underlying Index to a maximum of 50 % of the weight of the Underlying Index in the aggregate. In order to implement this capping methodology, the Underlying Index constrains at quarterly rebalance: (i) the weight of any single issuer to a maximum of 22.50%, and (ii) the aggregate weight of all issuers that individually exceed 4.50% of the index weight to a maximum of 45%. In implementing this capping methodology, SPDJI may consider two or more companies as belonging to the same issuer where there is reasonable evidence of common control. The Underlying Index includes large-, mid- and small-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of April 30, 2020, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the technology industry or sector. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. Prior to September 20, 2021, the last paragraph of the section of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus entitled “Principal Investment Strategies” for the Fund is the following, instead of the current last paragraph of the section: The Underlying Index is sponsored by SPDJI, which is independent of the Fund and BFA. The Index Provider determines the composition and relative weightings of the securities in the Underlying Index and publishes information regarding the market value of the Underlying Index. Changes to the “Average Annual Returns” table Prior to September 20, 2021, references to the “Russell 1000 Technology RIC 22.5/45 Capped Index,” each footnote “3” call and footnote “3” in the “Average Annual Total Returns” table on page S-8 of the Summary Prospectus and Prospectus are deleted. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737). iShares ® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Fund Advisors and its affiliates. |
Label | Element | Value |
---|---|---|
Risk/Return: | rr_RiskReturnAbstract | |
Registrant Name | dei_EntityRegistrantName | iShares Trust |
Prospectus Date | rr_ProspectusDate | Sep. 01, 2021 |
Document Creation Date | dei_DocumentCreationDate | Aug. 31, 2021 |
^/^S?Q+Q*Z&KM/PWGFA+"Y<5Z1#-8PYW,MCO.FYHDM@O/,
M3#<.YV'A"2P\L79X#PM/8.$)?!V#KV/P=0R^CL'0%D/;B:$M%IZ8-RHY_U=3_ 102P,$% @ &YL?4Y>*NQS
M $P( L !?
\+9L?BD,,@ E=6I.#<[]^@2#0&YN&,6V=0<&/9#_(CSY&6!60H^A3!C\*)#
M0<@<&W>"%_,B;J"TD$M#%S_.#66^Q_F<;ING/ L!'Q9H;KEIE;8-1$A]<,%A
MH%_6Z[K6/?PA7G7<( "!#P\&D4C[>8K+Y9#5J[!%(+-XT(;!BMMS^-FVHT_#
M)(&26 0JA*.#<5@^L0N-)^K3%Y