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.

Don’t Let the U.S. Global Jets ETF Tempt You

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
Airline stocks continue to rage higher and may continue to do so. But even if that's the case, I'm not attracted to the JETS ETF right now.

The 7 Most Bought ETFs Since the Market Bottomed

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The most bought ETFs since the March market bottom feature exposure to a variety of asset classes and some surprises, too.

Let the Buyer Beware with JNUG Stock

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor
With turmoil in the economy, there's a strong case for gold. But leveraged ETFs like JNUG stock are truly a gamble.

Don’t Hold Onto the Junior Gold Miners ETF for Too Long

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
Direxion recently reduced the leverage ratio of JNUG stock from 300% to 200%. But the shares are still too risky for investors.

The InvestorPlace Q&A: ProShares Pet Care ETF Is a Treat for Investors

By Edited by John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise
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?

7 Fidelity Index Funds to Ground Your Portfolio

By Neil George
It can be tempting to chase red-hot companies and moonshot ideas, but investors are better off building portfolios with index funds.

USO Is a Broken Oil ETF and Not the Right Crude Bet for Most Investors

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Airline stocks are under siege due to Covid-19, but investors who have faith in the group should consider the JETS ETF.

The 10 Best Index Funds to Buy and Hold

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
The 10 best index funds are a mix of buy-and-hold ETFs that will serve you for decades, as well as a couple tactical trading tools.

The 5 Best Contrarian ETFs to Buy in the Coronavirus Aftermath

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors looking to make bets on some out of favor asset classes and sectors may want to consider these contrarian ETFs.

6 Vanguard ETFs to Build a Better Portfolio

By Neil George
If you're searching for funds, look no further than these Vanguard ETFs. These six picks represent serious income and growth potential.

7 Artificial Intelligence ETFs to Buy for Today and Tomorrow

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking a variety of industries by storm and with that movement come a plethora of investment implications. Fortunately, in what feels like a universe of thematic funds teeming with obscure products, some of the best ETFs to consider are AI funds.

The VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF Finally Has a Chance to Shine Again

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor
Holding JNUG only makes sense for traders with a strong tolerance for risky stocks and a specific time frame in mind.
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