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ETF of the Week · Aug 18, 2026
ARTYBlackRock (iShares)Passive / Index

iShares Future AI & Tech ETF

Tracks a global portfolio of companies involved in generative AI, data infrastructure, AI software, and AI services.

Why This Week?

ARTY (formerly IRBO) captures the artificial intelligence mega-trend across the entire value chain. Rather than just holding the obvious mega-caps like NVIDIA or Microsoft, ARTY holds ~50 companies globally, offering exposure to smaller-cap innovators and international players in the AI space that are harder to pick individually.

Key Metrics

Expense Ratio
0.47%
Holdings
~50
AUM
$600M+

Top Holdings

5 holdings shown. Weights are approximate.

#NameWeight
1
NVDANVIDIA
~8%
2
AVGOBroadcom
~6%
3
AMDAMD
~5%
4
PLTRPalantir
~4%
5
METAMeta Platforms
~4%

Pros & Cons

Strengths

  • Diversified play on the AI revolution beyond just the mega-caps.
  • Global exposure includes international AI players.
  • Specifically targets the AI value chain (infrastructure, software, services).

Risks & Weaknesses

  • Relatively high expense ratio (0.47%) for a passive index fund.
  • High volatility associated with emerging tech and AI hype cycles.
  • Lower liquidity compared to mainstream tech ETFs.

Alternatives Comparison

ETFNameTER
ARTYThis WeekiShares Future AI & Tech ETF0.47%
BOTZGlobal X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF0.68%
AIQGlobal X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF0.68%

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

In August 2024, BlackRock changed the ticker from IRBO to ARTY, and updated the underlying index to focus more directly on Artificial Intelligence rather than just robotics.

Want to Explore Further?

ARTY launched recently, so try backtesting SMH or SOXX as semiconductor proxies, or explore our ETF database for alternatives.

Disclaimer: ETF of the Week is educational content only. It is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell, or an endorsement of any fund. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor before investing.