In recent trading, shares of Arrow Electronics, Inc. (Symbol: ARW) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $131.17, changing hands for $131.58/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrad
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
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
David Wysocki: Hi, my name is Dave Wysocki, Vice President of Sales at Harvest ETFs. I’m going to show you why ETF liquidity is different from stock liquidity. Because ETFs trade on an exchange just like individual securities do, many investors believe that trading volume on a security and trading volume on an ETF is [...]
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Active ETFs have had a really strong year so far in 2023, picking up advisor and investor interest. Even institutional investors have increasingly turned towards specialist, responsive management. According to a new survey from Escalent, advisors are decreasing their mutual fund allocations and actually upping their active ETF usage. That boosts continued overall interest in [...]
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As Benjamin Franklin — you know the guy — once said, “in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But just as Franklin said that taxes are inevitable, he also said: “He does not possess wealth; it possesses him.” So, that also may be worth remembering. While taxes are a certainty, there are tools [...]
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Many investors are wondering if it’s the right time to add exposure to emerging markets. With ongoing market uncertainty and the possibility of a recession, investors may be wary to add exposure to riskier segments of the market. Emerging markets look like a ripe opportunity in the medium term; however, a deep recession could cause [...]
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The risks and benefits of using artificial intelligence (AI) to invest currently are a subject of intense debate. However, at the same time, firms are testing and implementing new ways to enhance their compliance systems with the technology. Financial advisors, particularly at large wealth management firms, already use new AI software that helps streamline and [...]
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Advisors don’t need to look to the long end of the yield curve to find compelling opportunities for clients. Many investors think they need to extend duration in the current environment. However, Jason Bloom, Invesco’s head of fixed income and alternatives ETF Product Strategy, told VettaFi he currently sees the greatest opportunity in BulletShares ETFs in [...]
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The iShares U.S. Oil Equipment & Services ETF is seeing unusually high volume in afternoon trading Monday, with over 222,000 shares traded versus three month average volume of about 149,000. Shares of IEZ were up about 1.7% on the day.
Not all that glitters is gold, but in 2023, certain parts of tech have come close. At the same time, commodity metals themselves have started to build a hot streak based on returns. According to data from Logicly, the top ETFs of the last week focused on metals from silver to gold to uranium. Digging [...]
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AXS Investments has launched an ETF that targets publicly traded mortgage REITs (mREITs) that own and/or originate real estate debt. The AXS Real Estate Income ETF (NYSE Arca: RINC) tracks the performance of the Gapstow Real Estate Income Index. RINC invests in mREITs that own commercial and residential mortgages and mortgage-backed securities. AXS Investments designed [...]
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In trading on Monday, the iShares MSCI China ETF is outperforming other ETFs, up about 2.3% on the day. Components of that ETF showing particular strength include shares of Tencent Music Entertainment Group, up about 7.6% and shares of Weibo, up about 7.1% on the day.
Financial advisors have a unique job. To be competent, they must deeply understand some highly specialized topics centered around finance. But to be truly great, advisors must understand the big ideas that are shaping the future. They can’t just coast on being financial experts — they must grasp the nuances of various governments, policies, and [...]
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Looking at units outstanding versus one week prior within the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, the biggest outflow was seen in the The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund, where 5,250,000 units were destroyed, or a 1.2% decrease week over week. Among the largest underlying
Comparing units outstanding versus one week ago at the coverage universe of ETFs at ETF Channel, the biggest inflow was seen in the iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF, which added 8,800,000 units, or a 4.7% increase week over week.
And on a percentage change basis,
The S&P 500 is up about 15% for the year, taking a lead on the Russell 2000 index, which is up about 6%. However, there could be relative bargains in the small-cap index, allowing investors to capitalize on companies with future upside. Last year’s bear market may have kept investors away from small caps more [...]
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Chuck Jaffe: One fund. On point for today, the expert to talk about it, welcome to the ETF of the Week. Yes, it’s the ETF of the Week, where we examine trending, new and newsworthy, unique and intriguing exchange-traded funds with Tom Lydon, vice chairman at VettaFi. And the vettafi.com site has a suite of [...]
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