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.

3 Chinese ETFs to Avoid Until Trade Tensions Thaw

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
With the recent escalation in the trade war spat between the U.S. and China and the G20 summit imminent, Chinese ETFs are struggling.

3 of the Best ETFs to Buy for a Play on Gold Stocks

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Thanks to rising uncertainty, gold prices are rising. That could be a boon for the gold stocks and these three funds.

5 Fantastic Fintech ETFs to Consider

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The fintech industry is sprawling and encompasses myriad everyday financial function. Here are 5 ways to use ETFs to play the space.

7 Bond ETFs to Buy

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
So far in 2019, five of the top 10 ETFs in terms of new assets added are bond ETFs. Here are 7 for you to consider buying.

3 REIT ETFs to Buy for a Dovish Fed

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
With current Fed expectations, the rate-sensitive real-estate sector presents defensive investors with a slew of credible REIT ETFs to buy.

5 Safe ETFs to Ride Out Market Uncertainty

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
These safe ETFs could prove sturdy if international headline risk lingers. Here's all investors need to know about each ETF.

Are These 7 Dividend Aristocrats ETFs Fit for a King?

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Several ETFs track indices known as 'dividend aristocrats' indices. These funds emphasize dividend growth, not yield, and they're not perfect ...

7 ETFs for Investors With a Gambler’s Spirit

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The ETF business is evolving and that evolution has led to the introductions of ETFs to buy aimed at more risk-tolerant traders and investors.

5 Consumer Discretionary ETFs to Buy

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Consumer Discretionary sector is again performing well. Investors should note these 5 ETFs to buy to profit from the trend.

5 Tech ETFs to Plug In to Big Profits

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tech ETFs are having a great 2019 and should continue to make big gains on the back of great AAPL earnings.

The Best Way to Invest Your Tax Refund — You Might be Surprised

By Barbara Friedberg, InvestorPlace Contributor
Government I bonds are the best place to invest your tax refund. Benefits include safety, inflation protection and tax savings.

The MJ ETF Faces a Changing Marijuana ETF Landscape

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The MJ ETF is the oldest marijuana ETF in the U.S., and while competition is emerging, it's still a solid play on marijuana stocks.

5 of the Best Retirement ETFs for Your IRA

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Retirement ETFs are some of the best investments to add to your IRA to make sure you have a diverse portfolio.

7 of the Best ETFs to Buy for a Slowing Economy

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Economic growth is slowing, and these are some of the best ETFs for investors to consider for this shift of mode.

5 Best ETFs to Make Some Bank on Financial Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Financial services stocks are on the mend, making these some of the best ETFs to consider now. Here's what you need to know about each.

7 Cheap ETFs for Novice Investors

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
For new investors, a combination of low fees and easy-to-understand funds can help grow a portfolio without as much stress.

Should Investors View Alibaba Stock As eCommerce Or Cloud Play?

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Many U.S. investors evaluate Alibaba stock an e-commerce company. Does BABA stock deserve a cloud valuation?

Play Some Offense With These 5 Defense ETFs

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
One of the largest aerospace and defense stocks, Boeing, has taken a massive hit, but the defense sector looks solid along with these ETFs.

3 Earnings-Season Utilities ETFs for Conservative Investors

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
For tactical traders and investors looking for entry points into utilities ETFs, this week is an interesting time for the sector.
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