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 Great ETFs for Retirement Investors

There are plenty of great ETFs made for retirees. Here are 3 of the best to buy to make those golden years a little more golden.

The 3 Best Healthcare ETFs You Can Buy

Some of the best healthcare ETFs are more focused and tactical. Just look at these funds, which are among the best ETFs you can buy.

iShares Gold Trust(ETF) (IAU): A Quick Guide to IAU

The iShares Gold Trust (IAU) is not only one of the largest gold ETFs, but one of the largest of any commodity ETF. Is IAU right for you?

3 Bond ETFs to Avoid If You Are Retired

Bond ETFs are not what they are cracked up to be, and these three in particular aren't great choices. Here's why.

AdvisorShares New Tech and Media ETF (FNG) Marks Peak ‘FANG’

The AdvisorShares New Tech and Media ETF (FNG) tries to give you the best FANG-esque exposure, but is it a gimmick, or something you'd actually want to own?

3 Ultra-Cheap ETFs to Buy for the Best Developed Markets Stocks

There are plenty of cheap ETFs for developed markets exposure, but these three stand out from the crowd. Here's what you need to know.

3 Smart-Beta ETFs That You Must Own

Smart-beta funds have caught fire with investors. But with so many ETFs, not all of them are worth owning. Here are 3 that deliver.

Buy the Market With the Best Fidelity Funds in July

If you're loading up your quiver for July, don't buy passively managed ETFs. Be smart and buy these actively managed Fidelity funds instead.

3 Dividend ETFs to Score Big With European Stocks

Europe has some of the best dividend growth markets outside the U.S., making dividend ETFs focused on European stocks particularly profitable.

3 REIT ETFs to Buy for the Income

Historically, REIT interest rate risk is less severe than other sectors, so income-starved investors should consider the following REIT ETFs.

3 Ignored iShares ETFs That You Should Love

iShares is huge in the ETF business, but that leaves many funds falling through the cracks. Here are 3 iShares ETFs too good to ignore.

6 ETFs You Must Dump Immediately

Some ETFs are great and can work wonders in your portfolio. But the ones in this list are ETFs to sell, and now, because they're unlikely to be helping.

3 Energy ETFs to Buy on Low Oil Prices

Oil prices are bouncing off their recent lows and these three energy ETFs can be a smart way to take advantage of the momentum.

The 3 Best Chinese ETFs to Buy Today

Chinese ETFs still make sense for long-term investors. Here are three of the best funds to take advantage of Chinese stocks today.

7 ETFs That Can Make You Love Retirement

These seven ETFs give you broad diversification and solid income strategies so that you can live a comfortable retirement.

Keep a Close Eye on High-Yield Municipal Bond ETFs

High-yield municipal bond funds offer attractive yields, but they're best purchased during periods of stress and exited when it's calm.

3 Top Preferred ETFs to Buy for High Yield

Want an alternative way to achieve high yield? These three preferred ETFs offer different ways to tap dividend-rich preferred stocks.

The 3 Best Schwab ETFs to Buy Now

The best Schwab ETFs not only feature some of the lowest fees on the market, but quality fund construction and performance to boot.

7 Dividend ETFs to Keep the Income Coming

Dividend ETFs continue to be a great place for investors to find income. Here are seven of the best funds offering high yield to keep that cash coming.