Exchange-traded funds, like mutual funds, aren’t always appreciated… but ETFs can be the strongest investments in your portfolio. ETFs are essentially baskets of stocks, in which you buy yourself exposure to a number of sectors, industries and trends. These can be traditional in nature, with steady dividend payments, or more aggressive, with exposure to hot trends like marijuana. Either way, our analysts have covered it here.
ETF Investing
The InvestorPlace Q&A: ProShares Pet Care ETF Is a Treat for Investors
The pet care industry is trending higher, even as the pandemic puts a crimp on big business. How does ProShares aim to capture the upside with its PAWZ ETF?
USO Is a Broken Oil ETF and Not the Right Crude Bet for Most Investors
Over the near-term, USO is undoubtedly tempting because oil prices are in rally mode. After plunging into single-digit territory in March as the novel coronavirus outbreak punished riskier assets, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures closed at $33.42 per barrel on Friday, May 22, capping a fourth consecutive winning week.
The Direxion Daily Jr. Gold Miners Bull 2X ETF Isn’t What You Think It Is
Thanks to the return of gold sentiment, leveraged ETFs like JNUG are suddenly on investors’ radar. But before taking a bite, make sure you understand what you’re really buying.
7 American ETFs for the Hometown Crowd
American ETFs stocks are again outpacing their international rivals, giving some credibility to having a home country bias.
Gold Stocks Are a Safe Haven From the Upcoming Recession
If the global recession gets worse in the rest of the year, then gold stocks may continue to be good buys.
SPXL’s Allure of S&P 500 Outperformance is Too Risky for the Near-Term
The SPXL stock was a top performer in the recent bull market. But there are reasons beyond the virus to avoid this 3X ETF for the long term.
Be Careful Using Leveraged JNUG Stock to Buy Gold
JNUG stock provides double the return of the underlying index over a specific day. Therefore it is only appropriate for short-term traders and not long-term investors.
The U.S. Global JETS ETF Is a Controversial Pick That Will Pay Off
Airline stocks are under siege due to Covid-19, but investors who have faith in the group should consider the JETS ETF.
The VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF Finally Has a Chance to Shine Again
Plenty of factors point to more upside for gold this year and that's a trend that could boost the fortunes of the GDX ETF too.
The Direxion Daily Junior Gold Miners ETF Isn’t the Best Play on Gold
Holding JNUG only makes sense for traders with a strong tolerance for risky stocks and a specific time frame in mind.
JNUG Isn’t the Gold ETF for Most Investors
Leveraged ETFs are volatile and that's certainly true of those with JNUG and others with exposure to miners.
