Why iShares U.S. Tech Independence Focused ETF (IETC) Is in the Spotlight as a “Tariff‑Resistant” Play in the Trump Economy – November 18, 2025
U.S. stocks fell for a fourth day November 18 as Trump’s expanded tariffs drove up import costs and rattled markets. The iShares U.S. Tech Independence Focused ETF (IETC) drew investor attention as a possible hedge, focusing on tech firms with domestic operations. Manufacturing has contracted for eight straight months, with most tariff costs falling on U.S. companies and consumers, according to Goldman Sachs.
