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Are Dividends Back? This Dividend ETF SPHD Soared in Q1

Nick Peters-Golden — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:52:15 +0000

Key Takeaways Dividend ETF strategies may be a place to watch right now. Investors have options like SPHD, which has outperformed the S&P 500 recently. The ETF wrapper’s tax efficiency could help get that income. Dividends – they always seem to find their way back into investors’ considerations. Especially as volatility and uncertainty crest on [...]

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Some Real Estate Dividend Dynamos Found in This ETF

Todd Shriber — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:02:37 +0000

One source of allure with the real estate sector is its reputation for delivering above-average payouts. Knowing that is only part of the equation for income investors. In order for a company to attain the tax treatment afforded to REITs, it must pay out a massive percentage of its earnings in the form of dividends. [...]

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Beyond AAA: RCLO Is a Strategic Yield Play in 2026

Ben Hernandez — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:15:28 +0000

The current market landscape is changing from persistent inflation with “higher-for-longer” interest rates to easing monetary policy. The installment of a new U.S Federal Reserve chairman could potentially change that narrative, which only adds to the uncertainty in the markets. That said, the Reckoner BBB-B CLO ETF (RCLO) is emerging as a strategic tool for [...]

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Uranium Conversion Capacity Set for Major Expansion

Steffan Szumowski — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:19 +0000

Investors tracking the nuclear renaissance have focused on reactor development, data center power demand, and geopolitical fuel security. Yet one critical link in the nuclear fuel cycle, the conversion stage, has long represented a domestic vulnerability for the United States. This step converts uranium ore concentrate, known as yellowcake or U3O8, into uranium hexafluoride, or [...]

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The AB Acceleration: Scaling Active Expertise in the ETF Era

Todd Rosenbluth — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:26 +0000

In a few short years, AllianceBernstein (AB) has transformed from an ETF newcomer into a strong and diverse provider of actively managed ETFs. Since launching its initial suite in 2022, the firm has seen considerable demand. It ended the first quarter of 2026 with an ETF asset base exceeding $16 billion. The firm has garnered [...]

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International Equities Back in Focus as Market Leadership Shifts

Zandile Chiwanza — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:10 +0000

For much of the past decade, U.S. investors didn’t need much convincing to stay close to home. But according to experts at a recent AllianceBernstein (AB) Product Due Diligence Session, the tide shifted dramatically in 2025, signaling a “new dawn” for non-US stocks. Moderated by VettaFi’s Roxanna Islam, the session featured Brian Holland, a portfolio [...]

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Moat Index Leans Into Tech Opportunities

VanEck — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:27:40 +0000

The Moat Index added NVIDIA, Broadcom and new names following its quarterly review, as tech dislocations created opportunity, while maintaining a value tilt and notable discount to fair value. Key Takeaways Moat Index is opportunistically accumulating tech names including NVIDIA and Broadcom. Growth exposure broadly is also increasing to levels last seen following the beginning of [...]

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Dividend Safety In Volatile Times

Mauldin Economics — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:22:51 +0000

We are going to need our seatbelts fastened to ride out the volatility through the rest of the year. The CNN Fear & Greed Index is in extreme fear. It’s gotten so bad that yesterday all seven sub-indicators had dropped into extreme fear. The fear is here and, unfortunately, it’s not irrational. It’s a good [...]

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CPI, Inflation, Sector Performance, and Home Sales

Direxion — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:53:00 +0000

Sector Spotlight – The utilities sector was the strongest performer in February 2026, with a 10.36% return. The energy and materials sectors were close behind, with a 9.54% and an 8.40% return, respectively. The financial select sector was the worst performer in February 2026 with a -3.76% return (source: Y Charts). CPI Update – The February 2026 [...]

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S&P 500 Snapshot: Best Week in Four Months

Jennifer Nash — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:58:46 +0000

The S&P 500 had its best day since May on Tuesday which led to the index’s largest weekly gain in four months and its first in six weeks. The index rose 3.4% from the previous Friday and is now 5.67% off its all-time high from January 27, 2026. Here is a snapshot of the index from [...]

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Treasury Yields Snapshot: April 2, 2026

Jennifer Nash — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:34:01 +0000

The yield on the 10-year note finished April 2, 2026 at 4.31%. Meanwhile, the 2-year note ended at 3.79% and the 30-year yield ended at 4.88%. The chart below overlays the daily performance of several Treasury bonds, starting from the pre-recession equity market peaks, along with the Federal Funds Rate (FFR) since 2007. This next [...]

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Why Gold’s Liquidity Crunch Could Be a Buying Opportunity

Ben Hernandez — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:46:22 +0000

Gold’s recent drop from $5,600 to $4,400 is a classic liquidity story where investors are selling their most liquid winners to raise cash. Geopolitical conflict in Iran has disrupted the energy-driven reserve flows that previously fueled central bank gold buying. Much like the initial pullbacks seen in 2008 and 2020, this forced deleveraging may set [...]

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VanEck Launches New Sentiment-Based EAFE ETF

Nick Peters-Golden — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:51:59 +0000

The ETF ecosystem has expanded significantly in recent years. Since the ETF rule in 2019, especially, the wrapper has allowed asset managers to innovate and investor options to proliferate. Experienced asset manager shop Van Eck, which also launched two new sector ETFs this week, also dropped an intriguing new EAFE ETF that leans heavily on [...]

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March Madness: ETF Inflows Revealed an Emphasis on Defense

Ben Hernandez — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:15:57 +0000

Key Takeaways Investors took a defensive stance in March. They funneled a record $29 billion into short-term government bond ETFs to seek safety amid geopolitical tensions. The month saw a 40% drop in average monthly inflows. While the tech sector saw $3.3 billion in outflows due to valuation concerns, energy ETFs achieved a record $5 [...]

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Money Market ETF Hits $22 Billion in Record Launch

DJ Shaw — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:02:29 +0000

Key Takeaways The ProShares Genius Money Market ETF (IQMM) gathered $22 billion in just over a month, making it the most successful ETF launch of 2026. IQMM is the first money market ETF designed to meet Genius Act requirements for stablecoin reserves. ProShares uses IQMM for internal cash management and absorbs management fees when held [...]

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Energy Security Drives Coal ETF Assets to Double in March

Elle Caruso Fitzgerald — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:41:10 +0000

The conflict in the Persian Gulf has sparked a significant re-evaluation of global energy dependencies, sending shockwaves through commodities. As oil and liquefied natural gas markets face intense volatility following strikes on critical infrastructure, coal is emerging as a pragmatic beneficiary. Assets in the Range Global Coal Index ETF (COAL) doubled in March, propelled by [...]

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Beating the Crypto Winter: How Protected Bitcoin ETFs Won

Nick Wodeshick — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:27:26 +0000

Considering just how poorly the price of bitcoin has performed as of late, it’s not unrealistic to argue that lower-risk bitcoin strategies are currently offering a stronger use case. It should go without saying that one of the most important questions one should ask about a low-risk bitcoin strategy is this: Does it work? Luckily, even [...]

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Innovative ETFs: How Income ETFs Led in the First Quarter

Nick Peters-Golden — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:10:51 +0000

Key Takeaways Income ETFs using options strategies have pulled in notable flows this year. Iran war volatility may be contributing. Strategies like GPIX and GPIQ can help. Income ETFs using options have been one of the biggest categories in recent years. As global volatility has risen, advisor clients and investors of all kinds have clamored [...]

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ETF of the Week: FlexShares Morningstar Global Upstream Natural Resources Index Fund (GUNR)

Aaron Neuwirth — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:04:17 +0000

VettaFi’s Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the FlexShares Morningstar Global Upstream Natural Resources Index Fund (GUNR) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and analysis, visit VettaFi | ETF Trends.

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BIG NUMBER 43

Horizon — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:02:39 +0000

Inflation, Not Growth, Is the Issue—For Now Keep your eyes on real yields for signs of the economy’s health Oil-driven inflation fears have investors increasingly convinced the Fed won’t be cutting interest rates anytime soon—a sentiment shift that’s pushed bond yields higher in recent weeks. Meanwhile, however, a key market indicator tied to the economic [...]

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Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 03/29/2026

Sneha Shah — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:53:50 +0000

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week’s top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly. Always do your homework. Ticker Name 1 Week Return (OILU ) MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exp. & Prod. 3x Leveraged ETN 20.58% (OILU ) MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exp. [...]

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Betting on a Tech Rebound? Prepare and Protect With QQQH

Todd Shriber — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:43:48 +0000

Amid hopes that the conflict in Iran will soon de-escalate, stocks rallied in recent days. This provided some much needed relief for the growth-heavy Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX). However, advisors and experienced investors know that things can change in a heartbeat. Fortunately, there are ways for market participants to position for the possibility of a sustained [...]

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Alternative ETFs: Expanding Access

Roxanna Islam, CFA, CAIA — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:25:47 +0000

While the ETF industry is sometimes scrutinized for packaging niche investments into a retail wrapper, ETFs have historically been one of the key ways to democratize access to legitimate “hard-to-reach” investment strategies. The ETF wrapper has made many of these exposures more convenient to buy and easier to incorporate into portfolios. And for many retail [...]

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Crypto ETF Issuer CoinShares Debuts on Nasdaq in SPAC Merger

Heather Bell — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:58:26 +0000

Crypto ETF issuer CoinShares has officially debuted on the Nasdaq under the CSHR stock ticker. The public listing was executed via a special purpose acquisition deal with Vine Hill Capital Investment Corp. As such, the action signals the company’s evolution into a diversified global asset manager. Already claiming a dominant 34% market share in Europe, [...]

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Q1 ETF Flows Surge 50% as Investors Brace for a Noisy 2026

Cinthia Murphy — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:45:09 +0000

A look at ETF flows for the month of March suggests caution is back in vogue. Fixed income ETFs showed serious muscle in the asset gathering race last month, capturing nearly 45% of net creations. The end to Q1 also put an exclamation point on something we already knew: investors have come to rely on [...]

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10-Year Treasury Yield Long-Term Perspective: March 2026

Jennifer Nash — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:26:21 +0000

This article looks at the 10-year Treasury yield’s historical trends since 1962, exploring its relationship with key economic indicators like the Fed Funds Rate (FFR), inflation, and the S&P 500. Fighting Inflation vs. Stimulating Recovery The 10-year Treasury yield has experienced dramatic fluctuations, ranging from a peak of 15.68% in October 1981, during the height [...]

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Make the KORP Call for Improved Corporate Bond Exposure

Todd Shriber — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:24:05 +0000

Corporate bonds, particularly those in the investment-grade corporate camp, are enticing to fixed income investors due to higher yields than cash or Treasuries. Moreover, default rates have been relatively low in the U.S. for an extended period of time, which also indicates that highly rated corporates aren’t subjecting investors to excessive risk. Still, investors looking [...]

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Retail Sales Rise 0.6% in February, More Than Expected

Jennifer Nash — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:45:17 +0000

The Advance Retail Sales Report from the Census Bureau showed consumer spending was more robust than expected in February. Headline sales rose 0.6%, a step up from January’s 0.1% decline and better than the projected 0.5% growth. For an inflation-adjusted perspective on retail sales, take a look at our Real Retail Sales commentary. Here is the introduction [...]

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If Value’s Back in Style, Consider This Value ETF

Todd Shriber — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:52:27 +0000

Though they weren’t immune to the March sell-off, value stocks are proving durable on a relative basis this year. Entering the March 31st trading session, the S&P 500 Value Index was off less than 1% year-to-date while its growth counterpart and the parent gauge were lower by almost 9% and 5.22%, respectively. However, one notable [...]

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Moving Averages of the Ivy Portfolio and S&P 500: March 2026

Jennifer Nash — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:32:18 +0000

This article provides an update on the monthly moving averages we track for the S&P 500 and the Ivy Portfolio after the close of the last business day of the month. The Ivy Portfolio The Ivy Portfolio is based on the asset allocation strategy used by endowment funds from Harvard and Yale. It is an equally weighted [...]

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DoubleLine Expands Active ETF Suite With Ultrashort Income Strategy

Elle Caruso Fitzgerald — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:51:37 +0000

DoubleLine has launched the DoubleLine Ultrashort Income ETF (DLUX), an active ETF designed to optimize returns while maintaining high liquidity and low interest-rate risk. Priced at 18 basis points, DLUX provides a high-quality “fairway” trade for advisors seeking to capture yield without exposure to the extreme volatility of the current rate environment. The new launch [...]

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Active ETFs Again Set AUM Record in February

Nick Peters-Golden — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:06:40 +0000

Key Takeaways Active ETFs again set global AUM record seeing huge jumps Active ETFs have produced net inflows for a remarkable 71 consecutive months Total active ETF AUM up 11.6% YTD Active ETFs have taken on a new level of significance in the ETF landscape, once again setting a record. According to ETFGI, active ETFs [...]

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Healthcare Exposure Focused on Big Pharma? You’re Missing Out

Rafael Silva — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:53:08 +0000

The healthcare sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting global demographics. The leaders of this transformation go far beyond the big pharmaceutical names that dominate healthcare strategies. For investors seeking targeted exposure to this evolution, the ROBO Global Healthcare Technology & Innovation Index (HTEC) provides a specialized, research-driven benchmark. [...]

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Chip Collaboration Adds to the Intrigued with These Geared ETFs

Todd Shriber — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:31:55 +0000

Technology companies often partner to fill voids in each other’s product lineups and to capitalize on new markets. The rapidly evolving artificial intelligence (AI) is ripe for such collaborations particularly in the semiconductor chip space. Nvidia (NVDA) and Marvell Technology (MRVL) recently announced such a deal, one that includes a $2 billion investment in the [...]

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Free Cash Flow: The Signal and Not the Noise

Ben Hernandez — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:15:29 +0000

Investors are constantly barraged with event-driven headlines and market narratives that can influence their decisions. When looking to mute the market noise to identify companies with strong investment potential, investors can consider using free cash flow (FCF) as a signal. FCF is the remaining cash after subtracting expenses from operating cash flow. Michael Mack, Client [...]

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New Fed Chair Coming; Diversify Income With CLOs

Ben Hernandez — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:15:12 +0000

The announcement of a new U.S. Federal Reserve chairman has introduced additional uncertainty to the markets, particularly within the fixed income sector. To address potential income risk, investors may want to consider diversifying their portfolios with collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, with [...]

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ETF Prime: Defense ETFs Draw Billions Amid Global Tensions

DJ Shaw — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:39:22 +0000

Key Takeaways: Defense ETFs now hold $42 billion in assets with $9 billion in inflows this year amid rising geopolitical tensions. Eight out of nine new defense ETF launches since 2025 have been global or international offerings. The ProShares Genius Money Market ETF (IQMM) reached $22 billion in assets, the first fund meeting Genius Act [...]

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Seeing The Forest Through the Trees

RiverFront Investment Group — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:27:39 +0000

SUMMARY Duration and magnitude of the oil shock will determine the severity of the economic fallout. The US economy is better prepared for uncertainty than many realize, and earnings continue to impress. Inflation bears watching going forward, but is less threatening than feared. As we outlined last week, a quick and tidy conclusion to the war [...]

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Structural Silver Deficit: Navigate Volatility With a Dual-Asset Approach

Ben Hernandez — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:02:48 +0000

Key Takeaways Silver is entering its sixth consecutive year of a structural supply deficit, as global production fails to keep pace with the massive demand required for the clean energy transition and AI infrastructure. While silver’s role in solar panels and EV electronics provides a strong fundamental floor, its industrial sensitivity makes it vulnerable to [...]

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Inflation or Recession? –What Happened to Goldilocks?

3EDGE Asset Management — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:21:51 +0000

In this 3EDGE Week in Review video, Inflation or Recession? –What Happened to Goldilocks? Chief Investment Strategist Fritz Folts and CEO and Chief Investment Officer Steve Cucchiaro examine the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, its impact on global energy prices, and how these events could fuel inflationary pressures. Steve and Fritz discuss: How the [...]

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Energy Risks Push Short‑Term Inflation Higher

Sage Advisory — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:11:58 +0000

Oil prices have remained elevated due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the risk of further damage to oil infrastructure. Inflation expectations, as reflected in TIPS breakeven inflation, have increased at the front end of the curve, while longer-term inflation expectations remain stable. Breakeven inflation, the difference between the yield on a [...]

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From WeeklyPay to MARS, Roundhill CEO Discusses ETF Innovation

Ben Hernandez — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:59:28 +0000

At ETF Exchange 2026, TMX VettaFi caught up with Dave Mazza, CEO of Roundhill Investments, to discuss the firm’s evolving strategy for ETF innovation in a market that’s continuously seeking specialized exposure. Looking beyond the typical artificial intelligence (AI) trade, Mazza noted that Roundhill is focusing on the next frontier of opportunities, which include space [...]

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CoinShares DIME Adds Hyperliquid to Altcoin Portfolio

DJ Shaw — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:58:44 +0000

Key Takeaways: DIME now holds 8.33% in Hyperliquid after adding the token on March 27. HYPE gained 15.2% in March as bitcoin products saw $194 million in outflows. The blockchain processes 200,000 transactions per second and has generated over $1 billion in annualized fees. The CoinShares Altcoins ETF (DIME) added Hyperliquid (HYPE) to its portfolio [...]

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Are Pharmaceuticals Poised for a Rebound? The Key Metric to Keep in Mind

Ben Hernandez — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:41:30 +0000

Are Pharmaceuticals Poised for a Rebound? The Key Metric to Keep in Mind With pharmaceutical M&A ramping up and robust pipelines with high impact launches on the horizon, investors may be considering renewed exposure to this subset of Health Care stocks. However, those focused on free cash flow (FCF) metrics may have already identified opportunities [...]

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Tech ETFs in Q1: Fracturing of the One Tech Trade

Kirsten Chang — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:24:29 +0000

The first quarter of 2026 was the moment the market stopped treating technology as a monolith. Beneath the big tech selloff grabbing headlines, a violent dispersion has been bubbling beneath. Tech stocks have retreated 10% this year, trailing only the rate-sensitive financials as the second worst-performing sector. February’s “SaaSpocalypse” – fueled by fears that Agentic [...]

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Hybrid Finance: Why It Matters for Investors

CoinShares — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:38 +0000

The convergence of traditional and decentralised finance is no longer theoretical and blockchain enables investors to get exposure to the new financial infrastructure. Defining hybrid finance Hybrid finance describes the convergence of traditional financial infrastructure with blockchain-based systems. It is not a replacement of one by the other. It is the integration of both: regulated [...]

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Get Enhanced International Equities Exposure in FENI

Nick Peters-Golden — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:14 +0000

Investors are on the hunt for international equities exposure. Despite some notable global uncertainty of late, U.S. investors have poured significant capital into international equity strategies and opportunities. That then poses an important question for investors — which fund is the right one to get that exposure? Fidelity Investments’ enhanced international equities ETF FENI presents [...]

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Gold’s Sell-Off Is About Liquidity, Not Fundamentals

Nick Wodeshick — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:41 +0000

Key Takeaways Despite popular belief, the gold sell-off is driven by the precious metal being one of the last few sources of liquidity available for investors, not weakening fundamentals. Regardless, the long-term trends still favor the growth of gold. The price of the metal may be down for now, but it’s too early for investors [...]

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Revisiting Energy Market Impacts From the Iran War

Stacey Morris, CFA — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:24 +0000

Key Takeaways Geopolitical events highlight the importance of energy security and diversified suppliers. The damage to energy infrastructure in the Middle East, particularly in Qatar, will have longer implications for liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets. The supply disruptions generally make the U.S. and Canada more attractive partners for energy importers. The outlook for U.S. energy [...]

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World Markets Watchlist: March 30, 2026

Jennifer Nash — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:50:21 +0000

Our global markets watchlist tracks nine prominent indexes from economies around the world. The list includes the S&P 500 from the United States, TSX from Canada, the FTSE 100 from England, the DAXK from Germany, the CAC 40 from France, the Nikkei 225 from Japan, the Shanghai from China, the Hang Seng from Hong Kong, [...]

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