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.

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund Boom Isn’t Over – Yet

XLK stock has achieved impressive growth, but the XLK stock price could be peaking, so XLK investors should remain cautious.

What Lies in Store for Pharma ETFs?

Pharma stocks have done well this year; what lies ahead?

How to Invest in Retail Stocks for Cyber Monday

Taking advantage of both bullish and bearish moves in retail stocks can be tough, but there are a few stocks and ETFs that are must-owns.

10 Best ETFs to Stuff Your Portfolio

Here are ten high-yield ETFs to fatten up your portfolio's dividend cash flows to recoup from Black Friday shopping after Thanksgiving.

2 ETFs in Focus on Increased Tensions in Saudi Arabia

Saudi stocks suffer from political purge and increased geopolitical tensions.

Follow the Money in These 7 ETFs to Buy Now

Looking for the best way to play bank stocks and financial ETFs? Follow the money in these 7 ETFs to buy now.

7 ETFs and Mutual Funds to Weather Bear Territory

ETFs and mutual funds can keep the bear at bay. We are listing 7 of the best picks to protect your portfolio.

5 Retail ETFs to Buy for a Holiday-Shopping Boost

Differing performance in traditional and online retailers should show investors that selectivity is key when picking retail ETFs to buy.

Shop for Profits on the Retail Stock Rebound With SPDR S&P Retail (ETF)

Retail stocks are soaring today on the heels of blowout earnings by brick and mortar companies. Use the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (XRT) to profit.

Will Bitcoin Futures Pave the Way For ETFs?

The CME plans to introduce bitcoin futures contracts by the end of this year given soaring demand and rising institutional investor interest.

7 Vanguard ETFs to Build a Total Portfolio

These seven inexpensive Vanguard ETFs will let you build a full portfolio or just plug in some holes -- both on the cheap.

5 International ETFs to Get the Best of All Worlds

These international ETFs to buy not only diversify your portfolio but give you robust gains from multiple sectors and industries.

The 7 Best High-Yield Vanguard ETFs to Buy Right Now

Some Vanguard income ETFs are well-established with lengthy track records. Others are newer. All have something to offer yield-seekers.

6 Must-Have Retirement ETFs

These retirement ETFs can form the foundation to any well-diversified 401k or IRA plan. Here's what investors should know about each.

7 Dividend Funds Yielding Over 5.3%

These seven dividend funds yield more than 5.3% and as much as 8.8%. This ensures your ETF investments will pay off no matter what.

Value ETFs and Stocks to Buy on Tax Cut Delay Concerns

The stock market has experienced sell-off in the last couple of days stemmed from concerns over the delay in the implementation of corporate tax cuts.

5 ETFs to Watch as Tesla (TSLA) Tanks on Big Loss, Model 3 Delays

Tesla reported the biggest loss ever in its history and failed to live up to the Model 3 production goal, reflecting production issues.

7 Marijuana Stocks to Buy That Won’t Burn You

Constellation Brands is not only making a minority investment in Canada’s largest medical marijuana producer, it’s teaming up with Canopy to make cannabis-based beverages.

5 Small-Cap ETFs That Knock Out the Competition

Small-cap stocks have outperformed larger stocks for decades, and the best way to profit is to invest in the best ETFs for small caps.