Nasdaq ETFs

Semiconductor stocks are among the primary offenders in this year’s growth/technology equity slump, but some analysts argue that the 2022 slump is creating opportunities in the chip space for long-term investors. Assuming that forecast proves accurate, exchange traded funds such as the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH) stand to benefit. The $5.7 billion SMH follows [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Microchip Technology Inc (Symbol: MCHP) has been named a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock by Dividend Channel, signifying a stock with above-average ''DividendRank'' statistics including a strong 2.0% yield, as well as being recognized by prominent asset managers as bein

Looking at the underlying holdings of the ETFs in our coverage universe at ETF Channel, we have compared the trading price of each holding against the average analyst 12-month forward target price, and computed the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itsel

To become a "Dividend Aristocrat," a dividend paying company must accomplish an incredible feat: consistently increase shareholder dividends every year for at least 20 consecutive years. Companies with this kind of track record tend to attract a lot of investor attention —

Looking at the underlying holdings of the ETFs in our coverage universe at ETF Channel, we have compared the trading price of each holding against the average analyst 12-month forward target price, and computed the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itsel

In recent trading, shares of Boston Beer Co Inc (Symbol: SAM) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $351.45, changing hands for $356.91/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on

Looking at the underlying holdings of the ETFs in our coverage universe at ETF Channel, we have compared the trading price of each holding against the average analyst 12-month forward target price, and computed the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itsel

Looking at the underlying holdings of the ETFs in our coverage universe at ETF Channel, we have compared the trading price of each holding against the average analyst 12-month forward target price, and computed the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itsel

HONG KONG (Reuters Breakingviews) - Never underestimate the power of China’s netizens. Foshan Haitian Flavouring & Food, a $46 billion soy sauce maker, is the latest to learn that lesson after videos went viral of consumers questioning why its produc

How Financial Advisors Can Help Their Clients Navigate Turbulent Economic Times Don’t Panic In the face of pessimism about the possibility of a recession and the Fed’s efforts to curb inflation at any cost, many investors may be worried. An analysis of the historical data from past recessions suggests that waiting for favorable market conditions [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Contemporary Amperax Technology Co., Ltd (CATL) is the global leader in electric vehicle batteries and is the main supplier for companies such as Tesla, NIO, Ford, BMW, and more. CATL is also a Chinese company and trades on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, meaning that access to it is limited for most investors and requires access [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Options can be a valuable tool within an advisor’s toolbox, but because of their potential complexity, they require a deep well of knowledge and understanding to navigate successfully. Options can provide portfolios with a wide variety of benefits if used correctly, and understanding the potential and the pitfalls will help advisors and investors navigate their [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

In trading on Tuesday, shares of the iShares Broad USD Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: USIG) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $47.475 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical a

On the latest episode of ETF Prime, Nate Geraci and VettaFi’s head of research Todd Rosenbluth discussed recent filings for two ETFs based on stock picks from CNBC personality Jim Cramer and offered perspective on 2022 ETF flows. BlackRock’s Abby Woodham and MSCI’s Anil Rao went in-depth on minimum volatility strategies, while Distillate Capital’s Tom Cole spotlighted his firm’s unique [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Stocks posted their third consecutive quarter of negative returns, as the Federal Reserve’s aggressive raising of interest rates has adversely impacted equity valuations. And the most recent jobs report has led stocks to tumble further, signaling that investors expect the Fed to continue its hawkish approach to curbing inflation. This in turn has led investors [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

VettaFi’s head of research Todd Rosenbluth appeared on TD Ameritrade’s The Watch List to discuss value investing with host Nicole Petallides. This year, value has outperformed growth throughout 2022, but Petallides wonders if that trend is likely to continue. Rosenbluth said, “we’re seeing investors gravitating towards companies that are profitable today as opposed to companies [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

2022 has been a year of near-constant shocks to the global economy. So how are financial advisors coping with one of the worst investing environments on record? VettaFi spoke with Fran Kinniry, head of Vanguard’s Investment Advisory Research Center, to find out. [This interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.] Dan Mika, contributor, VettaFi: [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Fixed income ETFs, particularly non-core fixed income, “play an expanded role in portfolio construction” for institutional investors, according to the results of a survey conducted by State Street Global Advisors. Per the report, “The Role of ETFs in a New Fixed Income Landscape,” of the 700 global institutional investors SSGA surveyed that plan to increase [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Inflation is high and the rate outlook is for continued U.S. Federal Reserve tightening. This has put pressure on investors seeking a stable source of future cash flows that’s not as sensitive to rising rates. Preferred income strategies could fill this gap. Preferred securities have characteristics of both stocks and bonds, which means they can [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.

Markets continue to be volatile as investors await crucial inflation figures and earnings reports that are set to come out later this week, which in turn will inform the Federal Reserve’s future actions. After reaching its lowest level since November 2020 earlier in the session, the S&P 500 rallied 0.73% early Tuesday afternoon, reversing earlier [...] Read more at ETFtrends.com.