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.

Best ETFs for 2020: The AdvisorShares Vice ETF Focuses on Recession Resistance

By InvestorPlace Staff
In a time of world-wide quarantine brought on by the coronavirus, some of the ACT ETF’s holdings might actually withstand the turmoil and widespread isolation. 

4 Best Schwab ETFs to Buy Now

By Barbara Friedberg, InvestorPlace Contributor
The best Schwab ETFs to buy now offer a chance to beat the market going forward while retaining a value bent.

Invesco QQQ Trust Still a Play on the Roaring 2020s

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
The QQQ ETF has fallen along with the market. But it remains an attractive play on the trends that will define this decade.

The SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) ETF Has an Ample Supply of Fear to Rely On

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The GLD ETF hasn’t done much for years. But with the coronavirus stoking ridiculous fears, suddenly this gold fund is very attractive.

3 Contrarian ETFs to Consider During the Coronavirus

By Barbara Friedberg, InvestorPlace Contributor
Coronavirus is a major challenge, as the markets are in an upheaval. That said, check out these three contrarian ETFs for long-term returns.

3 AI ETFs Changing The World

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
One of the cornerstones of the technologies that are shifting the way we go about our daily lives is artificial intelligence (AI). A base definition of AI, also known as machine intelligence or machine learning, is the development of computer-driven technology used to perform functions and tasks that previously required human intelligence.

3 Natural Gas ETFs to Buy Before Prices Rebound

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are multiple pressure points on natural gas, including the market being oversupplied and the transition to alternative energy sources. Indeed, it's tough getting involved with natural gas ETFs and there appears to be a lot going against these products at the moment, but for tactical investors, there may be some opportunity in this category.

A Coronavirus Quagmire for the QQQ ETF

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Another issue to consider is valuation. At 25.52x earnings, QQQ is pricey relative to a broader universe of domestic large caps and heading into this year, there were plenty of concerns about the multiples being sported by Amazon, Apple and Microsoft. However, high multiples and prices aren't necessarily harbingers of crashes.

5 Disruptive ETFs to Invest in the Most Innovative Tech Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
As technology continues changing the world, investors can profit and participate with these disruptive ETFs dedicated to innovative tech.

3 Reasons to Buy the Coronavirus Discount in the QQQ ETF

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
With the coronavirus panic irrationally sending many solid companies into the gutter, the QQQ ETF is a great fund to advantage the discounts.

3 of the Best Funds For Investors Worried About Tax Day

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
With Tax Day looming, investors should be assessing strategies to lower their obligations to Uncle Sam. These funds can help.

10 Ways to Diversify Your Portfolio at This Time of Crisis

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you are trying to diversify your portfolio to survive the coronavirus-led correction, here are 10 solutions that are good long-term plays.

5 ETFs That Will Help Lower Your Taxes

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
With the year coming to a close, it's time to start thinking about taxes. And some of the best ETFs can help you save on what you owe Uncle Sam.

3 Good Chip ETFs to Buy No Matter What

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The coronavirus has humbled semiconductor stocks, but these three chip ETFs could be ready to bounce back -- and do so soon.

3 Different Ways for Newcomers to Buy S&P 500 Stocks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Launched all the way back on March 4, 1957, the S&P 500’s largest company by market capitalization [share price multiplied by number of shares outstanding] is Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) at $1.07 trillion, the smallest is Quanta Services (NYSE:PWR) at $5.07 billion, and the median stock is $22.07 billion.  

3 India ETFs to Buy Now While No One Is Looking

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
India ETFs are getting lost in the emerging markets shuffle, but some are worth revisiting. Here are three that are worth a look.

5 Outperforming Big Growth ETFs To Leverage Valuation Gap

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
These ETFs offer significant capital appreciation at a time when growth stocks continue dominating their value rivals.

7 of the Best Healthcare ETFs to Purchase for 2020

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't ignore healthcare stocks because 2020 is an election year. Some of these funds are poised for big upside.

5 Emerging Markets ETFs to Consider as 2020 Rebound Plays

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The coronavirus is weighing on emerging markets assets, but it's not all gloom and doom. These standout ETFs could be ready to rally in 2020.
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