2 BlackRock iShares ETFs Rise While the S&P 500 Struggles

FomoAnxiety · 2026-03-02T04:32:00+00:00

Recent market volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions and interest rate uncertainty, has led to the S&P 500 gaining only 0.49% this year. In contrast, the iShares Select Dividend ETF and the iShares U.S. Energy ETF have both risen over 10%, appealing to investors seeking stability and income.

FomoAnxiety

2026-03-02 04:32:00

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Market volatility has picked up recently as geopolitical tensions rose after the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran. At the same time, uncertainty around interest rates continues to weigh on stocks. While the S&P 500 **(SPX) **has gained only about 0.49% year-to-date, some exchange-traded funds are holding up better. Using TipRanks’ Best BlackRock ETFs tool, we identified the iShares Select Dividend ETF DVY -0.26% ▼ and the iShares U.S. Energy ETF IYE +1.55% ▲ — each up more than 10% so far this year.

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Let’s take a look at these ETFs in detail.

iShares Select Dividend ETF DVY -0.26% ▼

The iShares Select Dividend ETF (DVY) focuses on companies with strong dividend payments, making it a more defensive option when markets become volatile. The fund invests across sectors such as utilities, consumer staples, and industrials, which are typically less sensitive to economic swings. DVY’s beta is about 0.58, indicating it tends to fluctuate less than the broader market.

Top holdings include Seagate Technology, Ford Motor, Altria, and Edison International. The ETF holds 99 stocks with total assets of about $22.9 billion and offers a dividend yield around 3.3%, attracting investors seeking income and stability.

iShares U.S. Energy ETF IYE +1.55% ▲

The iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE) gives investors exposure to large U.S. oil and gas companies and tends to benefit when crude prices rise. The fund is concentrated in integrated energy producers, making it a direct way to participate in strength across the energy sector during periods of geopolitical tension. IYE has a beta of about 0.61, meaning it usually moves less than the broader stock market.

Its largest holdings include Exxon Mobil XOM +2.67% ▲ , Chevron CVX +1.41% ▲ , and ConocoPhillips COP +2.49% ▲ , which together account for a sizable portion of assets. Overall, IYE holds 40 stocks and manages roughly $1.42 billion in assets. The ETF also offers a dividend yield near 2.3%.

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