Todd Shriber

Todd Shriber

Recent Articles

The 7 Best Utilities ETFs

Utilities ETFs are typically less volatile and higher yielding than other sector funds; therefore, utilities ETFs can be accurate tells regarding investors' level of risk appetite in various market environments.

Looking at Some of the Best Roth IRA Options

Roth IRAs are popular with investors because these accounts allow for tax-free investment growth and tax-free withdrawals when the account holder enters retirement.

3 International ETFs to Grow Your Capital

Europe has been something of a trouble spot for international ETFs this year, but there are still opportunities for forward-looking investors to grow their capital.

The 3 Biggest and Best High-Yield Bond Funds to Buy

As the current fixed-income environment confirms, high-yield bond funds are not perfect. Like any other asset class, there are risks with these bond funds.

The 4 Best Real Estate Mutual Funds for Income Investors

Some real estate mutual funds have been hampered by large allocations to REITs. Here are four active real estate mutual funds that can provide investors opportunities in a downtrodden sector.

How Interest Rate Hikes Can Soften Bond Prices and Bond-Heavy ETFs

Even with the potential vulnerability of bond prices, bond funds remain popular destinations for investors. When it comes to exchange traded funds (ETFs), three of this year's top 10 ETFs in terms of new assets added are bond funds. Still, investors' enthusiasm for some fixed income funds should obfuscate the myriad issues facing bond prices.

Try These 3 Dividend Funds for Reliable Payout Growth

Providing a lift for income investors and dividend funds is the fact that the rate at which companies are boosting payout is climbing as well. That is good news for dividend investors, particularly at a time when interest rates are rising.

4 Funds That Will Help Protect Against Rising Interest Rates

Fund groupings with bond-like traits, such as real estate, telecommunications and utilities or other assets known for income-generating potential can help fend off rising interest rates.

3 Conscious-Friendly Funds to Buy for ESG Investing

Just a few years ago, roughly one-third of investors considered ESG investing, but today, that number is close to half and it is even higher among the coveted millennial category.

4 Top Global X Funds

While many Global X funds can be considered niche ETFs, there is no denying some are potent performers.