Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provided the capital markets with a dynamic investment vehicle that served as an alternative to actively managed funds like mutual funds. While the ETF versus the mutual fund is an ongoing debate in the U.S., data out of Europe suggests that active funds may not be sweating the ETF just yet–or are [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Most market experts will agree that precious metals provide investors with a safe haven opportunity amid all the market uncertainty going on. However, when it comes to traders, which metal should they focus on for short-term gains? “Heading into the US sessions precious metals are performing well,” a Kitco News article said. “Silver is one [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Still defensive, for now Our Equity Model’s 6-month outlook for the S&P 500 has improved from Negative to Neutral. However, the Short-Term Risk model still gives a Sell signal, which dictates defensive positioning. Election uncertainty, lack of a stimulus package, and COVID all continue to weigh on the market. The significant positive shift in our [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
With his plan for clean energy initiatives, Democratic candidate Joe Biden could be a boon for certain exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As such, the sun could be shining on funds like the Invesco Solar ETF (TAN) should Biden’s bid for the U.S. presidency prove to be a successful one come November 3. It’s not like TAN [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
As advisors and investors evaluate new strategies and investment niches, actively managed exchange traded funds appear primed for growth. Some advisors believe investors should be considering actively managed strategies, especially in the current market environment, when a more nimble manager may be better suited to navigate quickly changing conditions. Many companies in the mutual fund [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Financial market history is littered with examples of high-flying growth companies being founded and steered by true entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneur 30 Fund (NYSEArca: ENTR) is one exchange traded fund that focuses on those firms. The Entrepreneur 30 Fund tries to reflect the performance of the Entrepreneur 30 Index, which is comprised of 30 U.S. companies [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Taiwanese equities were among the key contributors in what was a solid third quarter for emerging markets, indicating the Franklin FTSE Taiwan ETF (NYSEArca: FLTW) is an exchange tactical investors may want to consider over the near-term. Nearly three years old, FLTW tracks the FTSE Taiwan Capped Index. Taiwan’s manufacturing sector, notably its tech firms, [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
As has been widely documented, infrastructure exchange traded funds, including the FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NYSEArca: NFRA), are in the spotlight leading up to Election Day, but there’s a compelling case for NFRA and friends after the election. NFRA tries to reflect the performance of the STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index, which [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Renewable energy exchange traded funds, including the ALPS Clean Energy ETF (ACES), don’t lack for catalysts, but more could be on the way as some market observers see clean energy industries playing vital roles in the U.S. economic recovery. ACES follows the CIBC Atlas Clean Energy Index. That benchmark is comprised of U.S. and Canada-based companies that primarily operate in the [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
The 2020 income situation – it’s trying to say the least – is shining a light on preferred stocks and exchange traded funds, including the Principal Spectrum Preferred Securities Active ETF (CBOE: PREF). PREF is increasingly relevant today because conservative fixed income investments, including Treasuries and municipal bonds, sport yields at or near historic lows. [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Equity market valuations usually aren’t retirees’ primary concerns, but elevated multiples bear watching. Investors concerned about that situation can turn to the Nationwide Risk-Managed Income ETF (NYSEArca: NUSI). NUSI can act as a complement to traditional equity and fixed income allocations or as the ideal protective hedge for investors with heavy exposure to technology and [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Just as e-commerce is disrupting the concept of brick-and-mortar retail stores, fintech is doing the same with the antiquated notion of bank branches. That’s a longer-ranging theme that holds positive implications for assets such as the ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (NYSEARCA: ARKF). ARKF member firms are companies that are powered by innovations and are working [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Polls say one thing, but one of the lessons from the 2016 presidential election is that anything can happen come Election Day. With that in mind, advisors should consider preparing for a variety of potential outcomes come Nov. 3 and model portfolios can aid in that preparation. While there’s growing consensus markets could be in [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
On this week’s “ETF Edge,” Paul Delaquilla, President and Global Head of ETFs at Defiance ETFs, Andrew McOrmond, Managing Director at WallachBeth Capital, and Tom Lydon, CEO of ETF Trends, talk SPACs and 5G as investors anticipate assets tied to both. Host Bob Pisani has his eyes on delving into the special interested acquisition company [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.
Environmental, social, and governance or ESG investing could be the next big theme that could reshape passive investments ahead. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers, as much as 57% of mutual fund assets in Europe will be invested in funds that consider environmental, social and governance factors by 2025, or €7.6 trillion or $8.9 trillion, compared to 15.1% [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.