Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Increases Stake in iShares U.S. Technology ETF (NYSEARCA:IYW) – Institutional Investors Show Confidence in Tech Sector
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Increases Stake in iShares U.S. Technology ETF Amid Growing Interest in Tech Sector
Investors are keeping a close eye on the tech sector as institutional interest in the iShares U.S. Technology ETF continues to rise. In a recent development, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. has increased its stake in the ETF by 1.2% during the first quarter, signaling confidence in the fund’s potential.
According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. now holds 7,281 shares of the iShares U.S. Technology ETF, valued at $983,000. This increase in stake by 85 shares is part of a broader trend that has seen other large investors, such as Envestnet Asset Management Inc., also boosting their positions in the tech sector.
The iShares U.S. Technology ETF, with a market capitalization of $19.25 billion, has been a hot commodity for investors looking to capitalize on the growth opportunities in the industry. The ETF has shown strong price performance, hitting a one-year low of $100.84 and a high of $158.97, with a 50-day simple moving average of $145.98 indicating a positive trend.
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The increase in stake by Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. and other institutional investors underscores the growing interest in the tech sector and the potential for further growth in the iShares U.S. Technology ETF. As the industry continues to evolve, all eyes will be on how these investments play out in the coming months.