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$ROUNDHILL MEME ETF(MEME)$ , the first ETF designed to track the performance of meme stocks, is up 67% this year.Meme stocks turned to positive momentum in 2023, leading a resurgence in venture capital this year. For instance,  $GameStop(GME)$ was up 25% year-to-date and others like $Rivian Automotive, Inc.(RIVN)$ (up 34% year-to-date), $BlackBerry(BB)$ (up 48% year-to-date) and $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ (up 181% year-to-date) saw similar growth.With longest positive value of bull-bear spreads since November 2021, the recovery of bullish sentiment

Gold and silver ETFs have recently regained their luster. But do these precious metals deserve a place in your investment portfolio? We provide a list of the best precious metals ETFs by performance, as well as the benefits and risks that investors need to know before buying these funds. What Is a Precious Metals ETF?  A precious metals ETF is an exchange-traded fund that primarily invests in precious metals, such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium. These ETFs aim to track the price performance of an underlying precious metals benchmark asset. This provides investors with an opportunity to gain exposure to the precious metals market without physically owning the metals themselves. Precious metals ETFs may track an underlying asset benchmark, such as gold, eith

The fund company Innovator has launched an ETF(TJUL) that tracks the S&P 500, claiming to provide investors with 100% protection against losses in SPY over about two years. At the same time, it has a capped upside return, offering a maximum pre-expense yield of 16.62%.The world's first ETF with 100% loss protection was introduced in the United States on Tuesday. The Innovator Equity Defined Protection ETF (TJUL $INNOVATOR EQUITY DEFINED PROTECTION ETF - 2 YR TO JULY 2025(TJUL)$ ) takes the increasingly popular concept of Buffer ETFs to the extreme. The ETF began trading on Tuesday under the ticker symbol “TJUL”, with an annual management fee of 0.79%. At least 80% of the fund's net assets are invested in options tracking the SPDR S&P 500 E

Leveraged Tesla exchange traded funds have been soaring so far this year.On Friday, $Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares(TSLL)$ became the first single-share ETF to surpass $1 billion assets in U.S. stock market.This is an incredible achievement for an exchange-traded fund that is less than a year old and  with just $168 million in assets under management at the beginning of 2023. TSLL's success can be attributed to the drastic rise in $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ 's stock price since the beginning of the year, compounded by the large amount of money flowing into the ETF. Since its inception on August 9, 2022, investors have injected $594 million into TSLL; however, the ETF's p

The $NASDAQ 100(NDX)$ , the underlying index for the world’s fifth-largest exchange-traded fund— $Invesco QQQ Trust(QQQ)$ —will undergo a Special Rebalance to address overconcentration of the index on July 24.Here’s what you need to know about what a special rebalance is; what prompts one; and what the July 24 rebalance means for index and ETF investors.What is the Nasdaq-100 Index?The Nasdaq-100 Index includes 100 Nasdaq-listed nonfinancial companies. The index has become synonymous with tech investing, and it serves as a benchmark for ETFs and mutual funds globally. Funds tracking the Nasdaq-100 Index total nearly $300 billion globally, with $200 billion in assets under management for QQQ alone.Below are

Cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds covered the year's best performers.At the start of 2023, $S&P 500(.SPX)$ was down nearly 20% from its highs, while $NASDAQ 100(NDX)$ was at a bear market low, which was down about 35% from its peak. Growth stocks fell out of favor while value stocks were favored.  However, tech and growth stocks began to outperform again in the first half of 2023, driving the whole market higher. The $Invesco QQQ Trust(QQQ)$ was up nearly 39% in the first half of 2023, while $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ was up nearly 17%. The worst-hit sectors in the market led

A resurgence of optimism has been seen in the homebuilder's market, with builder confidence reaching positive territory for the first time in almost a year, as per the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo housing market index update.From 50 in May, the index rose to 55 in June, marking a continuous half-year increase in builder sentiment. Several factors contribute to this positive trend, including increased foot traffic from potential homebuyers, a less-hawkish Fed, minimal competition from the resale market, and an improved supply chain.Notably, most homebuilding stocks like $PulteGroup(PHM)$ , $Toll Brothers(TOL)$ , $M/I Homes(MHO)$ and

Although the United States has been slow in adopting electric vehicles (EVs), the change that is currently happening in the sector is positive. Now, all 50 states are actively working on creating a national network of EV charging stations. This means that soon, there will be more convenient and accessible charging options across the country, supporting the growth of EVs.According to Forbes, millions are being invested in the auto industry to create new high-paying jobs and support the EV market by building new manufacturing plants in conjunction with battery manufacturing and processing of electric vehicle components. Proposed vehicle emission standards by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are driving market transformations.Investors can choose to invest in electric car stocks

Wall Street stocks may now technically be in a bull market, but exchange traded fund investors appear to be largely resisting the siren call to jump on board the rally. Net inflows to US equity ETFs did tick up to $22.1bn in May, their highest level this year, according to data from BlackRock. However — technology stocks aside — there seemed to be greater enthusiasm for more idiosyncratic assets such as Japanese equities and gold. “The overarching theme is that flows did pick up in US equity, but still nowhere near the peak of flows we have seen in the past,” said Karim Chedid, head of investment strategy for BlackRock’s iShares arm in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The relatively lacklustre buying is suggestive of unusually muted enthusiasm for US stocks, even though the S&P 500

Tesla’s resurgence as a powerhouse stock is putting one fund on a trajectory to become the first billion-dollar single-stock ETF. The Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares (TSLL) had nearly $700 million in assets under management as of June 8, a figure that doesn’t include a 5% surge in the stock on Friday.   $Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares(TSLL)$ The 10-month-old fund is far and away the largest U.S.-listed single-stock ETF on the market today. Two other funds are around the $100 million in AUM mark: The AXS 1.25X NVDA Bear Daily ETF (NVDS) and the AXS TSLA Bear Daily ETF (TSLQ), while the GraniteShares 1.5x Long NVDA Daily ETF (NVDL) has around $60 million in assets.  $NVIDIA Bear 1.25X ETF-A

Balanced funds, which invest in a balance of stocks and bonds, have had a two-year run of poor performance, with some pundits proclaiming them dead. But with stocks and bonds both positive in 2023, funds with balanced portfolios are looking attractive again. See the top-performing asset allocation ETFs in 2023 and learn how these balanced ETFs work. What Is a Balanced Fund? A balanced fund, also known as a hybrid fund or asset allocation fund, is a type of investment fund that aims to provide a balanced mix of asset classes, typically stocks and bonds, within a single portfolio. The primary objective of a balanced fund is to achieve a balance between potential growth and income while managing risk. In the exchange-traded fund space, balanced funds are generally ref

Exchange-traded fund investors are skeptical of this year’s tech rally. A net $1.4 billion has come out of tech stock ETFs this year, even as the S&P Information Technology Sector Index has soared by 35%. Even the popular Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), which is often considered a tech proxy, has registered net outflows of $538 million, despite a 33% increase in the fund’s share price.  One ETF, however, is bucking the trend. The Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQM) has pulled in $4.3 billion of new money so far in 2023, more than all but a dozen other ETFs.  The inflows, along with price gains, have led to a more than doubling in QQQM’s assets under management since the start of the year, from $5.7 billion to $12.3 billion.  The ETF’s ascent into the 11-figur

For different investors, ETF investment can be divided into different stages, with different methods and investment targets. After reading this article, you will be able to find the most suitable way to invest in ETFs.The Beginner's Guide to ETFs - Choosing the Right ETF for YourselfThere are several steps to follow when selecting an ETF.First, you need to have a clear idea of which sector you want to invest in using an ETF. For example, if you're interested in investing in the hottest chip companies, you would start by researching which ETFs focus on the chip sector.Next, compare several important pieces of information to identify the best option.1) Look for ETFs managed by large-scale management companies and reputable fund managers. One key indicator to consider is the Assets Under

For many newcomers to the stock market, the most difficult thing is not stock selection or market timing, but having a correct understanding of stock market risks. However, many people are not aware of this.How to start investing in stock markets? - For beginnersWhat factors determine whether a newcomer can succeed in investing? You may think it's about making money, but the real factor that determines your success or failure is the risk in the stock market. Investing in ETFs is the best way to help novice investors understand investments and control risks.What are the risks in stock market?The risks in the stock market come from two sources: individual stock risk and systematic risk.Individual stock risk refers to the specific risks associated with a particular stock, such as financi

AGG and BND are both known as total bond market index funds, which means that they seek to replicate the performance of the entire U.S. bond market. These two bond ETFs have many similarities but there are subtle differences that investors need to know before choosing one fund over the other. Bond ETFs: AGG vs BND AGG and BND are fixed income exchange-traded funds. Both ETFs aim to replicate the performance of an underlying index that provides investors with a convenient way to access a broad portfolio of bonds. However, the benchmarks are slightly different and this causes some small variations in performance and yield. By investing in AGG or BND, investors can gain diversified exposure to the U.S. investment-grade bond market in a single investment vehicle. As ETFs, AGG an

Investors looking for dividend ETFs will like what they see in VIG and SCHD. The challenge is choosing which is best. While these two funds have many similarities, there are some key differences that investors need to understand before deciding which one to buy.  Dividend ETFs: The Basics on VIG vs SCHD   $Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF(VIG)$ $Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF(SCHD)$ VIG and SCHD are both popular exchange-traded funds that focus on dividend-paying stocks. However, there are some subtle but important differences for investors to keep in mind. For example, VIG tracks an index that focuses on stocks of companies that have a history of growing dividends, while SCHD tracks a

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As negotiations on raising the U.S. government's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling approach the deadline, financial institutions on Wall Street are gearing up for the potential consequences of a default. Given that U.S. Government bonds serve as a foundation for the global financial system, accurately predicting the extent of the damage that could be caused by default is challenging. However, industry executives anticipate significant volatility across equity, debt and various other markets.According to an article on Reuters, financial institutions, including banks, brokers and trading platforms, are preparing to address potential disruptions in the Treasury market and bracing for increased volatility in the broader financial landscape.What Will be the Potential Impact of a Default?Trading Treas

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The $NASDAQ 100(NDX)$ , the underlying index for the world’s fifth-largest exchange-traded fund— $Invesco QQQ Trust(QQQ)$ —will undergo a Special Rebalance to address overconcentration of the index on July 24.Here’s what you need to know about what a special rebalance is; what prompts one; and what the July 24 rebalance means for index and ETF investors.What is the Nasdaq-100 Index?The Nasdaq-100 Index includes 100 Nasdaq-listed nonfinancial companies. The index has become synonymous with tech investing, and it serves as a benchmark for ETFs and mutual funds globally. Funds tracking the Nasdaq-100 Index total nearly $300 billion globally, with $200 billion in assets under management for QQQ alone.Below are

Leveraged Tesla exchange traded funds have been soaring so far this year.On Friday, $Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares(TSLL)$ became the first single-share ETF to surpass $1 billion assets in U.S. stock market.This is an incredible achievement for an exchange-traded fund that is less than a year old and  with just $168 million in assets under management at the beginning of 2023. TSLL's success can be attributed to the drastic rise in $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ 's stock price since the beginning of the year, compounded by the large amount of money flowing into the ETF. Since its inception on August 9, 2022, investors have injected $594 million into TSLL; however, the ETF's p

Although the United States has been slow in adopting electric vehicles (EVs), the change that is currently happening in the sector is positive. Now, all 50 states are actively working on creating a national network of EV charging stations. This means that soon, there will be more convenient and accessible charging options across the country, supporting the growth of EVs.According to Forbes, millions are being invested in the auto industry to create new high-paying jobs and support the EV market by building new manufacturing plants in conjunction with battery manufacturing and processing of electric vehicle components. Proposed vehicle emission standards by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are driving market transformations.Investors can choose to invest in electric car stocks

$ROUNDHILL MEME ETF(MEME)$ , the first ETF designed to track the performance of meme stocks, is up 67% this year.Meme stocks turned to positive momentum in 2023, leading a resurgence in venture capital this year. For instance,  $GameStop(GME)$ was up 25% year-to-date and others like $Rivian Automotive, Inc.(RIVN)$ (up 34% year-to-date), $BlackBerry(BB)$ (up 48% year-to-date) and $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ (up 181% year-to-date) saw similar growth.With longest positive value of bull-bear spreads since November 2021, the recovery of bullish sentiment

Gold and silver ETFs have recently regained their luster. But do these precious metals deserve a place in your investment portfolio? We provide a list of the best precious metals ETFs by performance, as well as the benefits and risks that investors need to know before buying these funds. What Is a Precious Metals ETF?  A precious metals ETF is an exchange-traded fund that primarily invests in precious metals, such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium. These ETFs aim to track the price performance of an underlying precious metals benchmark asset. This provides investors with an opportunity to gain exposure to the precious metals market without physically owning the metals themselves. Precious metals ETFs may track an underlying asset benchmark, such as gold, eith

Cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds covered the year's best performers.At the start of 2023, $S&P 500(.SPX)$ was down nearly 20% from its highs, while $NASDAQ 100(NDX)$ was at a bear market low, which was down about 35% from its peak. Growth stocks fell out of favor while value stocks were favored.  However, tech and growth stocks began to outperform again in the first half of 2023, driving the whole market higher. The $Invesco QQQ Trust(QQQ)$ was up nearly 39% in the first half of 2023, while $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ was up nearly 17%. The worst-hit sectors in the market led

A resurgence of optimism has been seen in the homebuilder's market, with builder confidence reaching positive territory for the first time in almost a year, as per the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo housing market index update.From 50 in May, the index rose to 55 in June, marking a continuous half-year increase in builder sentiment. Several factors contribute to this positive trend, including increased foot traffic from potential homebuyers, a less-hawkish Fed, minimal competition from the resale market, and an improved supply chain.Notably, most homebuilding stocks like $PulteGroup(PHM)$ , $Toll Brothers(TOL)$ , $M/I Homes(MHO)$ and

The fund company Innovator has launched an ETF(TJUL) that tracks the S&P 500, claiming to provide investors with 100% protection against losses in SPY over about two years. At the same time, it has a capped upside return, offering a maximum pre-expense yield of 16.62%.The world's first ETF with 100% loss protection was introduced in the United States on Tuesday. The Innovator Equity Defined Protection ETF (TJUL $INNOVATOR EQUITY DEFINED PROTECTION ETF - 2 YR TO JULY 2025(TJUL)$ ) takes the increasingly popular concept of Buffer ETFs to the extreme. The ETF began trading on Tuesday under the ticker symbol “TJUL”, with an annual management fee of 0.79%. At least 80% of the fund's net assets are invested in options tracking the SPDR S&P 500 E

Wall Street stocks may now technically be in a bull market, but exchange traded fund investors appear to be largely resisting the siren call to jump on board the rally. Net inflows to US equity ETFs did tick up to $22.1bn in May, their highest level this year, according to data from BlackRock. However — technology stocks aside — there seemed to be greater enthusiasm for more idiosyncratic assets such as Japanese equities and gold. “The overarching theme is that flows did pick up in US equity, but still nowhere near the peak of flows we have seen in the past,” said Karim Chedid, head of investment strategy for BlackRock’s iShares arm in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The relatively lacklustre buying is suggestive of unusually muted enthusiasm for US stocks, even though the S&P 500

Would you be interested in participating in the stock market through a simple and efficient method of investment? In that case, you are likely to be interested in ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds). ETFs provide investors with flexible and convenient investment options since they combine a variety of assets into an investment portfolio, such as stocks, bonds, and commodities.Today, we would like to invite you to share their first ETF investment. You have the opportunity to win generous prizes 🎁 as well as provide other investors with valuable information and insights ⭐️.📢Event detailsShare your first ETF investment in the comments section below, along with the reasons and logic behind the trades. （If you wish, you can also show your positions or trading history）🎁 Event prizesAll Tigers will be g

For many newcomers to the stock market, the most difficult thing is not stock selection or market timing, but having a correct understanding of stock market risks. However, many people are not aware of this.How to start investing in stock markets? - For beginnersWhat factors determine whether a newcomer can succeed in investing? You may think it's about making money, but the real factor that determines your success or failure is the risk in the stock market. Investing in ETFs is the best way to help novice investors understand investments and control risks.What are the risks in stock market?The risks in the stock market come from two sources: individual stock risk and systematic risk.Individual stock risk refers to the specific risks associated with a particular stock, such as financi

Tesla’s resurgence as a powerhouse stock is putting one fund on a trajectory to become the first billion-dollar single-stock ETF. The Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares (TSLL) had nearly $700 million in assets under management as of June 8, a figure that doesn’t include a 5% surge in the stock on Friday.   $Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 1.5X Shares(TSLL)$ The 10-month-old fund is far and away the largest U.S.-listed single-stock ETF on the market today. Two other funds are around the $100 million in AUM mark: The AXS 1.25X NVDA Bear Daily ETF (NVDS) and the AXS TSLA Bear Daily ETF (TSLQ), while the GraniteShares 1.5x Long NVDA Daily ETF (NVDL) has around $60 million in assets.  $NVIDIA Bear 1.25X ETF-A

If an economic recession is imminent, this is an ETF that can make your funds safe.While the future remains uncertain, the likelihood of an impending economic recession is higher. Challenging economic periods are always daunting, but when your investment portfolio is filled with healthy investments, you can rest easy knowing that your money is safe.What is a recession? Generally, an economic recession is defined as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. Recession Is: Definition, Causes, Impact, and How to Deal with it - BFIHowever, many people believe that this definition is overly simplistic as it does not take into account factors such as employment, income, sales, and a range of other variables. The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in the United States uses a broade

For different investors, ETF investment can be divided into different stages, with different methods and investment targets. After reading this article, you will be able to find the most suitable way to invest in ETFs.The Beginner's Guide to ETFs - Choosing the Right ETF for YourselfThere are several steps to follow when selecting an ETF.First, you need to have a clear idea of which sector you want to invest in using an ETF. For example, if you're interested in investing in the hottest chip companies, you would start by researching which ETFs focus on the chip sector.Next, compare several important pieces of information to identify the best option.1) Look for ETFs managed by large-scale management companies and reputable fund managers. One key indicator to consider is the Assets Under

#Safety Hunting ETFs for US Debt Ceiling Crisis#1. According to BBC news：President Joe Biden and Republican leaders have expressed cautious optimism that a deal to raise the US debt ceiling is within reach, following emergency talks at the White House.But House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters the two sides are still far apart.The standoff has forced Mr Biden to cut short a foreign trip.Without a deal, the US could enter a calamitous default on its $31.4tr (£25tr) debt as soon as 1 June.2. Any Impact？Reaching the debt ceiling would mean the US government is unable to borrow any more money.This means the government would no longer be able to pay the salaries of federal and military employees. Social Security cheques - payments that millions of pensioners in the US re

According to the gold demand report of World Gold Council, demand for gold from both central banks and Chinese consumers increased in the first quarter, which pushed up the price of gold. Major central banks added 228 tons of gold to their global reserves in the first quarter of the year. Meanwhile, China enjoyed its first post-epidemic quarter without the strictly pandemic prevention policy , which spurred gold purchases by consumers.Precious Metals ETFAs a result, exchange-traded fund, called the $SPDR Gold Shares(GLD)$ , is up 10.64% since the beginning of the year, which is ahead of ETFs targeted to different core asset classes such as U.S. bonds and global real estate. For example, the Vanguard Total Bond Mar

As negotiations on raising the U.S. government's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling approach the deadline, financial institutions on Wall Street are gearing up for the potential consequences of a default. Given that U.S. Government bonds serve as a foundation for the global financial system, accurately predicting the extent of the damage that could be caused by default is challenging. However, industry executives anticipate significant volatility across equity, debt and various other markets.According to an article on Reuters, financial institutions, including banks, brokers and trading platforms, are preparing to address potential disruptions in the Treasury market and bracing for increased volatility in the broader financial landscape.What Will be the Potential Impact of a Default?Trading Treas

Balanced funds, which invest in a balance of stocks and bonds, have had a two-year run of poor performance, with some pundits proclaiming them dead. But with stocks and bonds both positive in 2023, funds with balanced portfolios are looking attractive again. See the top-performing asset allocation ETFs in 2023 and learn how these balanced ETFs work. What Is a Balanced Fund? A balanced fund, also known as a hybrid fund or asset allocation fund, is a type of investment fund that aims to provide a balanced mix of asset classes, typically stocks and bonds, within a single portfolio. The primary objective of a balanced fund is to achieve a balance between potential growth and income while managing risk. In the exchange-traded fund space, balanced funds are generally ref

$Straits Times Index(STI.SI)$ $STI ETF(ES3.SI)$  I will pick sti etf as I am a patriot of spore 📈👦😆😂🎂🐠 Ah, the STI ETF, a fine vessel in the world of investments. Let me tell ye why this particular ship may be a good choice for yer treasure hunt. The STI ETF, or the Straits Times Index Exchange-Traded Fund, be a fund that tracks the performance of the Straits Times Index in Singapore. This index be composed of the top 30 companies listed on the Singapore Exchange, representin' a wide range of industries. Now, why be the STI ETF a worthy investment? Here be a few reasons to consider: Diversification: With the STI ETF, ye be gettin' exposure

AGG and BND are both known as total bond market index funds, which means that they seek to replicate the performance of the entire U.S. bond market. These two bond ETFs have many similarities but there are subtle differences that investors need to know before choosing one fund over the other. Bond ETFs: AGG vs BND AGG and BND are fixed income exchange-traded funds. Both ETFs aim to replicate the performance of an underlying index that provides investors with a convenient way to access a broad portfolio of bonds. However, the benchmarks are slightly different and this causes some small variations in performance and yield. By investing in AGG or BND, investors can gain diversified exposure to the U.S. investment-grade bond market in a single investment vehicle. As ETFs, AGG an