MSCI USA Index Overview

The MSCI USA index, a key benchmark for U.S. equities, closed at 5,992.04 on July 15, 2025. Over the past year, the index has experienced significant volatility, reaching a 52-week high of 6,003.35 on July 2, 2025, and a 52-week low of 4,604.37 on April 6, 2025.

ETF Spotlight: SPDR MSCI USA StrategicFactors ETF (QUS)

On July 16, 2025, a report from feed.zacks.com evaluated the SPDR MSCI USA StrategicFactors ETF (QUS), questioning its current strength as an ETF. The report, part of a Smart Beta ETF series, delves into the ETF’s performance and strategic positioning within the market.

ESG Focus: iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU)

Another Smart Beta ETF report from feed.zacks.com, dated July 15, 2025, analyzed the iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU). The report examines ESGU’s exposure to key investing factors such as value, quality, momentum, and low volatility, highlighting its role as a Large-Cap M ETF.

VictoryShares Distributions

On July 14, 2025, seekingalpha.com reported that the VictoryShares USAA MSCI USA Value Momentum ETF declared a monthly distribution of $0.1572. Additionally, the VictoryShares USAA MSCI USA Small Cap Value Momentum ETF announced a monthly distribution of $0.2186 on the same day.

Consumer ETF Movement

According to a report from americanbankingnews.com on July 16, 2025, the iShares U.S. Consumer Focused ETF (BATS:IEDI) saw a 2.5% increase in share price during trading on Tuesday. The stock reached a high of $54.07 and closed at $54.50, with 4,382 shares traded, marking a 15% decline from its average session volume.

Fundamental Analysis: iShares MSCI USA Minimum Volatility Index Fund ETF (USMV)

A detailed fundamental analysis by Validea, published on nasdaq.com on July 14, 2025, reviewed the iShares MSCI USA Minimum Volatility Index Fund ETF (USMV). The report assessed USMV’s exposure to major investing factors, including value, quality, momentum, and low volatility.

ii ACE 40 Performance Review

The ii ACE 40 performance review for Q2 2025, released on July 14, 2025, highlighted the relative performance of funds on the ACE 40 list. The review noted the strength of growth-biased and small-cap equities (excluding the U.S.) compared to value-biased equities and bonds. The top-performing fund was Polar Capital Smart Energy, which achieved a 16.74% return, managed by Thiemo Lang with a focus on bottom-up selection.