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: Vanguard FTSE All World Ex-US Small Cap ETF is the Best Global ETF to Buy Now

Investing in the VSS small cap international ETF allows you to tap into small, overseas companies and avoid U.S. volatility.

4 High-Dividend ETFs and 4 Stocks Yielding 5% or More

The latest job report has rekindled interest in high dividend ETFs and stocks. Compare Brokers...

7 Best Gold ETFs and Precious Metal Hedges for 2018

Gold ETFs and other precious metal trades are in favor for good reason. Gold ETF investments can be a hedge against market declines and rising inflation.

5 ETFs to Boost Your Income

Looking to boost your income? ETFs can provide plenty of ways to add much-needed yield. Here are five ETFs to buy today to support your retirement.

9 ETF Winners From 9-Year Bull Run

We have presented a bunch of top-performing ETFs of the nine-year bull market that will continue to outperform in the coming months. Compare Brokers...

5 Under-the-Radar Dividend ETFs for Every Investor

There are a plethora of dividend ETFs that can be considered “under-the-radar.” Although some of those funds do not get attention on par with their more heralded rivals, they do merit consideration by income investors.

7 Best Healthcare ETFs for the Rest of 2018

Some of the best healthcare ETFs to buy are more "traditional", while others focus on very specific areas of the industry. These seven healthcare ETFs should deliver for investors over the remainder of 2018.

7 Socially Responsible ETFs to Buy in 2018

Socially responsible ETFs and ESG-focused funds allow investors to put their money behind their principles. Here are 7 fund options to help your portfolio take a stand.

4 Hot Sector ETFs Springing Up to Rank #1

A number of funds in their respective sectors have seen their Ranks surging to the top hierarchy and could make great spring picks. Compare Brokers...

7 Intelligent International Dividend ETFs for Blue-Chip Income

There are risks to excluding international dividend stocks from income-generating portfolios, particularly in 2018 when markets outside the U.S., both developed and emerging, are expected to post higher dividend growth rates than U.S. stocks.

5 Stellar Growth ETFs to Consider Right Now

These growth ETFs offer access to some of the hottest growth stocks on the market. Here's what investors need to know about each ETF.

eSports — A NexGen Play on the Millennials

With the growth of eSports as a real draw for audiences, you can play along by investing in the ETFMG Video Game Tech ETF (GAMR).

ETFs to Watch as Risk of a Trade War Continues to Rise

Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on Steel and Aluminum imports. Compare Brokers...

ETFs to Buy as India Reclaims Tag of Fastest-Growing Economy

India once again surpasses China as fastest growing economy, beating analyst expectations of GDP growth in Q3. Compare Brokers...

4 Safe Dividend Growth ETFs & Stocks for a Faltering Market

As yields rise, investors may find dividend growing stocks and ETFs as safer bets. Compare Brokers...

10 Tech ETFs & Stocks Surviving February’s Market Rout

The technology sector has shown immense upside potential this month even amid market turmoil. Compare Brokers...

The 10 Best ETFs of February 2018

The tides have shifted, somewhat, since January and some of the best ETFs of February focus on unfamiliar spaces, while other ETFs maintained their general outperformance over the S&P 500.

4 Market-Beating Sector ETFs and Stocks

A few sectors have easily survived the market rout and are crushing the broad market this month. Compare Brokers...

Afraid Market Volatility? Vanguard Consumer Staples Is Safe and Cheap

As market volatility increases, many investors will gravitate towards consumer staples. Buying the Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (VDC) now will let you benefit.