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 Ignored Tech ETFs That Are Too Good to Pass Up

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tech ETFs are much more than the XLK. Here are three of the best tech ETFs to consider for your growth portfolio.

The 7 Best ETFs for Market-Beating Returns

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
The best ETFs you can buy aren't just going to have a strong chance of outperforming the market -- they'll also fit your risk profile.

Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF): The Quick Guide to XLF

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) is home to over $25 billion in assets, making it the largest ETF focused on financial stocks.

The 7 Best ETFs for Retirement Investors

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
ETFs and retirement go hand and hand. Here are seven of the best ETFs to help build-out your portfolio for the long-term.

What You Should Do as High-Yield ETFs Run Hot

By David Fabian, FMD Capital Management
As high-yield ETFs run hot, it’s a great time to evaluate your exposure and consider changes in light of your risk tolerance.

The Powerful Secret the ETF Companies Don’t Want You to Know

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I love passive investing because it's caused plenty of stocks to become mispriced, and opportunity for investors to profit...

Vanguard Investment-Grade Bond ETFs

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investment-grade bonds offer a good mix of durability and yield. Here’s a look at the full suite of Vanguard investment-grade bond ETFs.

5 Unloved Investments To Triple Your Income in 2017

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Say you want to lock in a passive retirement income of $80,000 per year. Here are investment options that just might get you there

3 Reasons Why Timber ETFs are Solid Plays Now (WOOD, CUT)

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The overlooked timber ETF corner can be one of the best investments right now, and these 2 timber ETFs are a great place to start

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY): The Quick Guide to SPY

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The SPDR S&P 500 ETF's (SPY) is the biggest and one of the most basic ETFs out there. Learn more about the SPY ETF: the granddaddy of 'em all.

3 Municipal Bond Funds to Buy for Tax-Free Income

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Municipal bond funds are the way to beat the taxman. Here are three muni funds to buy today.

Should You Buy the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF)? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Love 'em or hate 'em, banks are essential. But while the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF) once was a slam dunk, that's not so clear now.

3 Diversified Funds Paying Up To 9.5%

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Instead of picking one high-paying stock after another in hopes of building a secure dividend stream, look to these high-diversified funds

Will Cybersecurity ETFs Surge in 2017? (HACK, CIBR)

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Cybersecurity is a hot topic this year and ETFs are a great way to gain exposure to this promising corner of the market.

How One Blogger Blew Up the Way ETFs Work

By Jeff Reeves
Eddy Elfenbein manages the CWS ETF, which gives him a bonus for beating the S&P but gives investors a rebate for underperformance.

4 Tech ETFs Set to Soar on Facebook Inc.’s Stellar Quarter (FB)

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Facebook reported stellar fourth-quarter 2016 results, and along with these other tech stars, the results should filter down to these ETFs

The 3 Worst ETFs in the World

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
There were a few dogs introduced in 2016 among the 200-plus new ETFs that made their debut this past year -- including WEAR, WSKY and MENU.

Emerging Market Bonds: How to Score Big Yields (EMB EMLC)

By David Fabian, FMD Capital Management
Emerging market bonds were one of the few bright spots in fixed-income, and a weaker dollar could significantly drive performance in EM funds.

WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund (DEM): The Best Developing Nations ETF

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund (DEM) is one of the best emerging markets ETFs on the market, dividends or otherwise.
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