ETF Database

National Bank Launches New NBI Thematic Rotation ETF

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

National Bank is expanding its ETF lineup today, launching the NBI Thematic Rotation ETF (NTHM) on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

REIT ETFs: Real Estate's Quiet Revival

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Markets have been hyper-focused on AI, crypto and buffer ETFs, but REIT ETFs have quietly staged an impressive comeback. The REIT terrain has shifted rapidly over recent years, and forward-looking investors and advisors have taken notice.

Benchmarks Are Broken: Why Antiquated Methodologies Fail Fixed Income

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The early 1970s made for interesting times. Political turbulence amid the Vietnam War, cultural rebellion, and escapist entertainment were rampant. 1973, in particular, saw the creation of the first total-return bond indexes that tracked U.S. government and U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds. These early fixed income indexes weighted bonds by the outstanding debt vis-a-vis a market cap-weighted approach, which has persisted over the years. Fast forward just over a half a century later, the financial industry is still operating under a monolithic assumption that the best way to track a market is by weighting its constituents according to market capitalization. It’s time for a change.

How SFLO Finds Quality Companies in Volatile Small-Cap Value Investing

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Small-cap investing rewards discipline. The VictoryShares Small Cap Free Cash Flow ETF (SFLO) is the small-cap value expression of the VictoryShares Free Cash Flow Suite. It tracks an Index that screens the small-cap universe for companies generating high levels of free cash flow (FCF), the cash a business has left after paying for operations and capital investment. Quality, in the context of the Index, means consistent FCF generation, balance-sheet strength as captured by enterprise value, and forward FCF visibility.

Add Diversification As SMID-Cap ETF TMSL Celebrates Milestone

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Concentration risk has emerged as a dominant threat to portfolios this year. Even as geopolitical tensions show signs of cooling under a potential U.S.-Iran deal, market crowding remains a top concern. While mega-cap stocks have earned their place in investor portfolios, the growing appetite for diversification is opening the door for active small- and mid-cap strategies like TMSL to make their case.

India ETFs Worth Examining Following Market’s Rough 2026 Start

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In broad terms, developing world stocks are delivering the goods for investors this year, with the widely followed MSCI Emerging Markets Index up 26%. Count India stocks among the emerging markets laggards, because the MSCI India Index is off 8.52%.

Search for Income Should Include International Markets

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The U.S. is home to some of the most dependable dividend-paying stocks in the world, some of which have payout increase streaks measured in decades. And yes, S&P 500 member firms spend sizable sums annually on dividends.

U.S. Oil Production Outlook & Midstream Implications

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Elevated crude prices and a stronger macro backdrop have set expectations for record U.S. oil and gas production next year. Still, large producers have remained disciplined and are so far not materially increasing production. This note digs into current production dynamics and why the resulting tailwinds for midstream infrastructure companies may be more of a 2027 event.

Thornburg Expands ETF Suite With New Premium Income Builder Fund

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On June 23, Thornburg expanded its active ETF lineup with the launch of the Thornburg Premium Income Builder ETF (THOR). The fund targets dividend paying equities at the global level and pairs them with an options strategy that generates income. The strategy will primarily invest in equity securities and options strategies across various global markets. It carries an expense ratio of 79 basis points.

Emerging Markets to Spike as Oil Prices Dip? Try GSEE

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

A real, potentially lasting U.S.-Iran deal appears to be on the horizon for the first time in many weeks of on-, then off-again negotiations. Should this be the deal that does it, or another one in the near term, oil prices will respond. In fact, they’ve already dropped in response to the news that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen. These recent developments may offer opportunities for savvy investors in emerging markets.

Look Beyond Market Euphoria After 3 FCF ETFs Rebalanced

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

High-flying IPOs, momentum, high-beta, and growth are making it appear as though value is no longer in style. However, as famed value investor Seth Klarman said in a recent Bloomberg interview, value opportunities are always lurking in the background even in today’s market.

Private Credit Offers Viable Yield Path as Rates Stay Elevated

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:56:00 -0400

New U.S. Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh certainly has his work cut out for him. An overheated economy that once expected rate cuts is now facing the possibility of rate hikes, pushing bond-reliant fixed income investors to find alternate paths to yield. Private credit could offer that solution.

Franklin Files for Bitcoin-Integrated Dividend ETFs

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On June 18, Franklin Templeton filed for the Franklin US Equity Bitcoin DRIP Index ETF and the Franklin US Innovation Bitcoin DRIP Index ETF. Both funds use a passive multi-asset strategy that reinvests corporate dividend payments into Bitcoin. This is rather than redeploying capital into additional equity. They primarily invest in the equities in their respective underlying VettaFi indexes. The filing does not yet provide expense ratios or tickers.

Managing Exposure to International Equity ETFs Amid UK Political Shifts

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Developed international equity ETFs are presenting unique diversification challenges for investors this summer. In light of ongoing UK political developments, selecting the correct international vehicle requires a granular look at geographic exposures.

Physical AI & Global Reshoring Beyond the Humanoid Hype

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Humanoid robots may grab the headlines, but they represent just one small piece of a much larger opportunity in the physical AI ecosystem. Autonomous robots, drones, collaborative robots (cobots), and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles are rapidly transitioning from conceptual hype to scaled industrial and defense deployments. This wave of physical AI is acting as the primary engine behind a broader industrial resilience and reshoring push across the U.S., Europe, and Japan.

VIDEO: ETF of the Week: VFLO

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi’s Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the VictoryShares Free Cash Flow ETF (VFLO B+) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the ETF, in order to give investors a deeper understanding of it.

Gaming ETF GAMR Adds Arcade Gaming Giant to Portfolio

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Broadly speaking, whenever an index-based ETF does a rebalancing, it’s usually worth taking a closer look at what stocks changed and better understand why the shift happened. This is certainly the case for the Amplify Video Game Leaders ETF (GAMR C), which had its index, the VettaFi Video Game Leaders Index, rebalanced on June 18, 2026.

Calamos Flagship Autocallable ETF Passes $1 Billion in AUM

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In the ETF market, when a fund hits $1 billion in assets under management, it not only warrants celebration, but a closer look into the fund’s investment approach. Recently, that day came for the Calamos Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE ). As of June 16, 2026, CAIE now has $1 billion in assets under management.

T. Rowe Price Makes the Midyear Case for Small-Caps

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Small-cap stocks are drawing renewed attention from T. Rowe Price as the firm’s 2026 midyear outlook signals a broad shift in market leadership away from the largest technology companies.

Why SanDisk (SNDK) Is GFLW's Top Holding

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In the current economic landscape, forward-looking stock narratives take a backseat to sustainable cash generation. That’s why the search for growth opportunities requires a strict screening methodology such as one inherent within the Victory Free Cash Flow Growth Index (the ‘Index’), which the VictoryShares Free Cash Flow Growth ETF (GFLW ) tracks.

The Qs Shift Gears: Nasdaq 100 Rebalances While SpaceX Looms

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The Nasdaq 100 implemented its June quarterly rebalance, which shifts the tide for “the Qs.” Namely, the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ B) and its cost-efficient sibling, the Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQM B+). This standard indexing procedure in the Nasdaq’s biggest names typically triggers a massive, multi-billion-dollar wave of automated portfolio realignments across the globe. Of course, many investors are wondering if the latest rebalance will also include a certain aerospace company that’s been generating much buzz as of late: SpaceX.

U.K. Nuclear: Scaling Up at Home & Abroad

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The United Kingdom nuclear sector is making notable progress that reinforces its role in the European and broader global nuclear renaissance. Recent announcements span technology cooperation with Japan, an export win in Sweden, and critical site preparation work at home. These developments show how established engineering, fuel cycle, and reactor design capabilities are converting policy support into tangible revenue opportunities for nuclear players.

Are Municipal Bonds Ideal Second-Half Fixed Income Plays?

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In the first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting under new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, the central bank, as expected, stood pat with interest rates. Add to that, Fed funds futures imply almost zero chance of a July rate cut.

Core Alpha, Mass Scale: How Capital Group Shifted the Active ETF Playbook

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

When Capital Group launched its first ETFs just over four years ago, it coincided with a personal milestone. It was the same quarter I joined TMX VettaFi. Back then, some people thought Capital Group was late to the active ETF market. However, at the end of the first quarter of 2026, they were the third largest player in their space. I sat down with Capital Group’s Scott Davis at the Investment Company Institute (ICI) conference to discuss the firm’s rapid growth.

Crypto Holds Firm Through a Hawkish Fed Reset

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as Fed Chair delivered a hawkish hold. The policy rate stayed unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75%, but the statement was far from dovish: activity remains solid, uncertainty is elevated on the Middle East conflict, and inflation sits above target partly on energy-related supply shocks. June projections reinforced a higher-for-longer stance, with the median end-2026 fed funds rate at 3.8% and 2027 at 3.6%. Warsh signalled less choreography and more genuine data dependence, trimming forward guidance further.

Time to Go Shopping? Try This Shopify ETF

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Count Shopify Inc. (SHOP) among the stocks that have been caught up in fears of artificial intelligence (AI) disruption. Shares of the Canada-based e-commerce infrastructure and platform provider have lost nearly a third of their value this year as investors sized up AI-related threats.

Volatility Protection & Income in a Dynamic Buffered ETF

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

While the market is pushing toward new all-time highs, the first quarter of 2026 reminded investors that volatility can strike at any moment. Indeed, uncertainty still lingers. As such, the need to participate in equity growth must be balanced with the prospect of a sudden market correction. Geopolitical friction, shifting interest rate expectations, and potentially stretched valuations in megacap names add to the ongoing uncertainty. For investors seeking a way to stay invested without exposing their capital to severe downside risk, the Fidelity Dynamic Buffered Equity ETF (FBUF ) could be a compelling option.

Covered Call ETFs Have Boomed – But Can They Be More?

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Investors have plenty of reasons to celebrate the covered call ETF boom. Covered call strategies have offered new ways to add income to portfolios. Challenges in fixed income were a catalyst for assets to flow into traditional covered call ETFs. Those funds offer income, but at a costly trade-off, frequently limiting upside and long-term performance for those ETFs.

Dimensional Consolidates $250B Lineup Into ETF Share Classes

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

A “slow-moving avalanche” was a phrase thrown around at the ETF Exchange 2026 event earlier this year to describe the prospect of ETF share classes making their way through the market. Just days later, Dimensional Fund Advisors launched the first actively managed ETF share class with the official listing of the Dimensional US Micro Cap ETF (DFMC). The first snow from said avalanche could be breaking loose as Dimensional just announced a sweeping consolidation of its ETF fund lineup. Just earlier this week, Fidelity also launched its first ETF share classes as part of a growing number of institutional conversions set to alter the product development landscape for active managers.

NUKZ Holding Constellation Injects Millions Into Local Economies

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Constellation Energy (CEG) is demonstrating the economic benefits of nuclear infrastructure by investing significant capital in local economies. As the nation’s largest producer of clean energy, the utility is proving that the nuclear industry delivers substantial tangible revenue to regional businesses well beyond the utilities sector itself.