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.

ARK Innovation ETF Was Never Supposed to Be a Quick-Profit Buy

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Cathie Wood buys disruptive companies for her ARK Innovation fund and investors profit from them. But some of those disrupters are overvalued in the short term.

ARKX: ARK Space Exploration & Innovation Is Another Bet on Cathie Wood

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are no pure plays in space. ARKX initial holdings include navigation stocks, defense contractors, big tech winners and some outliers like Netflix and Deere. This is a bet on Cathie Wood and her team.

8 Great Index Funds for Indecisive Investors

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor
So, what are some of the best index funds out there? These eight, some tracking a large index, others targeting a specific investing criteria, are some of the best low-cost options out there.

Why Sector Funds May Have Dimmed the Lights on Plug Power Stock

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
PLUG stock might tempt some investors looking for a discount but there’s also a possibility more volatility could be on the way.

The 7 Best-Performing ETFs Money Can Buy In 2021

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here're seven of the most popular ETFs so far in 2021

7 Great Index Funds for No-Stress Investing

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
Index funds offer greater diversification and lower fees. Amid an explosion of options, these seven funds are among the cheapest and simplest choices.

5 5G ETFs to Bet on the Next Big Tech Revolution

By Faizan Farooque, InvestorPlace Contributor
5G ETFs offer flexibility, tax benefits and risk management. Hence, they offer a safer way to invest in this growth-oriented space.

Get Yield for Years with the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor
VYM stock is a set-it-and-forget-it holding that should pique the interest of practically any income-focused investor.

7 Excellent Index Funds With Juicy Dividends for Income Investors

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here are seven of the best index funds income seekers should keep an eye on in April. They all have juicy dividend yields and growth ahead.

The Invesco QQQ ETF Is Finally Ready to Join the Rally

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
QQQ stock has lagged the broader market lately, but its underperformance is only likely to be temporary. Here's why it's buy-worthy.

The BEST Dividend ETF for 2021

By Bob Ciura, Sure Dividend
If you're looking for a dividend ETF to add to your portfolio, the ProShares Dividend Aristocrats is one of the best. Here's what you need to know.

The ARK Space Exploration & Innovation ETF Looks Like a Step Too Far

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
The new space-focused ETF from ARK seems like a potential winner. But investors interested in the sector can do better than ARKX stock.

7 Great ETFs to Buy Now for Momentum Going Into Q2

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
With Q1 2021 in the rear view, the winners of 2020 are beginning to lose their shine as these ETFs are looking good for Q2 and beyond.

Sizing Up the Invesco QQQ Amid a Nasty Tech Sector Correction

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
With speculative stocks getting pummeled, the appeal of QQQ stock is starting to stand out against more speculative rival ETFs.

7 Index Funds That Aren’t Worth Their Fees

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are a ton of ETFs out there. While most offer quality low-cost baskets of assets, a few of these index funds are less appealing for investors.

The 7 Best ETFs and Mutual Funds To Prepare for Higher Rates

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Now is a good time to review your portfolio to be sure you have the best ETFs and mutual funds for rising interest rates.

7 Sector Index Funds To Keep On Your Radar

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
These index funds are among the most widely followed in different sectors. With possible profit-taking in the near future, keep these index funds in mind.

7 Best ETFs to Buy for Coming Inflation

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Inflation could become a real problem for the market. Now is a good time to consider these ETFs to buy for inflation.

Gambling on SPACs? Diversify With These 3 SPAC ETFs

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
SPACs generally are early-stage, sometimes pre-revenue companies. That alone supports a basket approach provided by these SPAC ETFs.
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