ETF Investing

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.

Here’s What Makes the JNUG ETF a Great Trade but a Terrible Investment

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor
Gold prices likely won't peak for a while given the way gold prices performed following the financial crisis in 2008. However, the JNUG ETF is a terrible way to play rising gold prices unless you are a day trader.

How ‘FUD’ May Lift the Direxion Daily Jr. Gold Miners Bull 2X ETF

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
As a leveraged fund, the JNUG ETF is simply not appropriate for most investors. However, the present situation for gold makes it compelling. Just be sure that you know what you’re doing.

How to Use Tactical Asset Allocation to Beat the Market

By Barbara Friedberg, InvestorPlace Contributor
Follow macro economic signals and profit from changing market dynamics using tactical asset allocation. Actionable tips!

Get Powerful Exposure to Gold Miners With the JNUG ETF

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor
Junior-mining stocks have done well lately, and the JNUG ETF is a super-simple way to position yourself for gains.

Top 10 Sector ETFs on the Market Today

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sector ETFs and industry funds are different. The 11 sectors addressed in the S&P 500 are as follows (in order of weight in the index): technology, healthcare, consumer discretionary, communication services, financial services, industrials, consumer staples, utilities, real estate, energy and materials.

SPXL Great for Traders, But Keep it on a Short Leash

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
SPXL stock and any leveraged ETF can tantalize with big short-term gains, but holding these funds for months isn't worth the risk.

The SPY ETF Is a Great Hangout In These Turbulent Times

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor
The SPY ETF is the world's largest exchange-traded fund. The fund tracks the S&P 500, making it an effective hedge against market volatility.

What to Know About Tech Stocks and the XLK ETF

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor
There's certainly a case to be made in favor of the XLK ETF as an entryway into the world of tech stocks, but there may be a better option.

With Global X Social Media ETF, the Threats Outweigh the Growth Potential

By Larry Ramer, InvestorPlace Contributor
The social media ETf is facing multiple strong challenges and threats. Advertiser boycotts and Google's actions are among the trends that could prevent the ETF from outperforming

The New Work-From-Home ETF Is a Long-Term Buy

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
The work-from-home trend is far more than a just a fleeting fad. Direxion's new WFH ETF seems to be a long-term winner.

Vanguard, BlackRock Gain Most New ETF Business, JPMorgan on the Rise

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor
Global ETF assets stood at $6.3 trillion at the end of June, down 1.4% this year.

The SPY ETF Proves Simpler Is Often Better

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
You don't need a crystal ball to see what market participants think about stocks. Just follow the S&P 500 with the SPY ETF.

3 Great Financial ETFs to Buy for Profits

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Rather than investing in individual financial stocks, a risky bet these days, investors may want to consider some unique financial ETFs.

7 Tech ETFs to Buy and Hold Forever

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
While tech stocks can provide hefty returns, they are also quite risky. However, that's why investing in tech ETFs is a better approach.

7 Delicious Food ETFs to Buy Now

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
One element to the food ETF search that's arguably surprising is, given the importance of food consumption, there's a dearth of dedicated food ETFs on the market. With that in mind, the following group of food ETFs may contain some surprising, though credible ideas.

New VIRS ETF Adds to List of Dedicated Pandemic Plays

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are a handful of new ETFs on the market today that are spins on the novel coronavirus, with the VIRS ETF currently as the most diverse.

7 Healthcare ETFs Which Should Continue Growing Into 2021

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor
Between the novel coronavirus and an election year, these healthcare ETFs appear poised to post strong growth into 2021.

Working From Home Now Has a Real ETF

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The work-from-home theme now has its own exchange traded fund in the WFH ETF. This fund will remain compelling even after Covid-19.

10 Best ETFs for 2020: The Race Tightens With ‘New Normal’ Looming Ahead

By Robert Waldo, InvestorPlace Senior Web Editor
The landscape for best ETFs in 2020 has changed after the novel coronavirus pandemic with technology and cloud companies leading the bunch.
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