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 2018: Invesco Water Resources ETF Is Worth the Wait

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The Invesco Water Resources ETF hasn't outpaced the overall market so far this year, but stick with the PHO ETF. It was always going to be a war, and not just a battle.

3 Tech ETFs Upgraded to Top Rank Amid Trade Fears

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Investors could tap the current dip in tech stocks via ETFs whose rank have moved up to top hierarchy by two notches. Compare Brokers....

Best ETFs for 2018: Emerging Markets Set to Dominate in the Second Half

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
This article is a part of InvestorPlace’s Best ETFs for 2018 contest. Charles Sizemore’s pick for the contest is the iShares Emerging Markets Dividend ETF (NYSEARCA:DVYE). As we approach…

Sizing Up 4 Small-Cap ETFs

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Small-caps typically perform better than large-caps when interest rates rise and the dollar strengthens, as is happening in the current environment.

15 Top-Ranked Sector ETFs to Buy for Q3

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These sector ETFs have a Zacks Rank #1 or 2 and are likely to outperform ahead. Compare Brokers....

9 Sector ETFs That Braved Trade Turmoil in Q2

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Sector ETFs that have won in Q2 braving a host of issues. Compare Brokers....

The 7 Best Utilities ETFs

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Utilities ETFs are typically less volatile and higher yielding than other sector funds; therefore, utilities ETFs can be accurate tells regarding investors' level of risk appetite in various market environments.

5 ETFs to Hedge Stock Market Volatility

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In order to make the most of the encouraging trend amid volatility, investors should apply some hedge techniques to their equity portfolio. For them, we have hi....

Chip ETFs Tumble as Trade Fears Intensify: Time to Buy?

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Chip stocks were the hardest hit by escalating trade tensions with Beijing. Despite this, the outlook for the semiconductor sector is solid. Compare Brokers....

Best ETFs for 2018: Cloud SuperCycle Drives VanEch Semiconductor ETF Higher

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Semiconductor companies are winning with new cloud builds, cloud upgrades and, soon, with 5G base stations and equipment.

6 Small-Cap ETFs That Have Surged to #1 This Summer

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The escalating trade tensions and bouts of upbeat data are acting as a major tailwind for the small-cap stocks. Compare Brokers....

3 International ETFs to Grow Your Capital

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Europe has been something of a trouble spot for international ETFs this year, but there are still opportunities for forward-looking investors to grow their capital.

Should You Invest in Emerging Market ETFs Right Now?

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
Should investors pile into emerging market ETFs? Investors should avoid wading into the water blindly, as there are a lot of pitfalls to beware of. However, opportunity can arise if investors choose wisely.

Build a Total Portfolio With Just 5 Vanguard ETFs

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Want to build a diversified portfolio? Vanguard ETFs make that process easy. Here are 5 great core choices.

6 Small-Cap ETFs at 52-Week High With More Room to Run

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Trade war fears have taken Wall Street in its grip and these small-cap ETFs are enjoying high momentum. Compare Brokers....

5 ETFs to Benefit From 6-Year High U.S. Inflation

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Why these ETF areas can gain in an inflationary environment. Compare Brokers....

5 Low-Beta ETFs to Overcome Trade Jitters

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Investors seeking to remain invested in the equity world but at the same time wanting protection from the downside arising from the ongoing trade jitters should....

How Interest Rate Hikes Can Soften Bond Prices and Bond-Heavy ETFs

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Even with the potential vulnerability of bond prices, bond funds remain popular destinations for investors. When it comes to exchange traded funds (ETFs), three of this year's top 10 ETFs in terms of new assets added are bond funds. Still, investors' enthusiasm for some fixed income funds should obfuscate the myriad issues facing bond prices.

Try These 3 Dividend Funds for Reliable Payout Growth

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Providing a lift for income investors and dividend funds is the fact that the rate at which companies are boosting payout is climbing as well. That is good news for dividend investors, particularly at a time when interest rates are rising.
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