Sep. 21, 2025 8:35 PM ETiShares Core 80/20 Aggressive Allocation ETF (AOA)AOAMichael Del Monte5.63K FollowersiShares Core 80/20 Aggressive Allocation ETF offers a low-cost, diversified 80/20 equity-to-bond allocation for long-term passive investors.AOA's portfolio is heavily weighted toward US equities, with significant international and emerging market exposure, benefiting from recent Fed rate cuts.The ETF's passive strategy may limit flexibility, versus active allocation, but serves as a single-point solution for hands-off investors.Given its balanced approach and long-term growth prospects, I recommend AOA with a Buy rating for those seeking a simple, diversified investment.Dragon Claws/iStock via Getty ImagesThe iShares Core 80/20 Aggressive Allocation ETF (AOA) is a low-cost, diversified portfolio strategy that balances investments across a broad mix of global bonds and stocks. The strategy was designed for long-term investors seeking aThis article was written byMichael Del Monte5.63K FollowersMonte Independent Investment Research: Michael Del Monte is a buy-side equity analyst with over 5 years of industry experience. Prior to working in the investment management industry, Michael spent over a decade in professional services working across industries that include O&G, OFS, Midstream, Industrials, Information Technology, EPC Services, and consumer discretionary.Investment recommendations are built upon the entirety of the investment ecosystem rather than considering a company independently.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Comments