Nasdaq ETFs

In recent trading, shares of NetApp, Inc. (Symbol: NTAP) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $79.65, changing hands for $89.54/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on valuati

In recent trading, shares of Rapid7 Inc (Symbol: RPD) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $53.40, changing hands for $54.86/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on valuation,

In recent trading, shares of WestRock Co (Symbol: WRK) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $39.56, changing hands for $40.10/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on valuation

In recent trading, shares of Unity Software Inc (Symbol: U) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $29.86, changing hands for $30.36/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on valu

In recent trading, shares of DXC Technology Co (Symbol: DXC) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $23.20, changing hands for $23.33/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ways to react: downgrade on val

After the underperformance of stocks and bonds last year, it’s no surprise that diversification strategies are a significant focus this year. Alternatives continue to garner advisor and investor interest as market dispersion grows, including managed futures and long/short strategies. Andrew Beer of DBi and Marc Regenbaum of Neuberger Berman discussed the benefits of these strategies [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

The energy transition portfolio is a compelling opportunity, as it optimizes investments in both renewables and traditional fossil fuels. Traditional energy sources and infrastructure are expected to continue to play a role in the energy transition for the coming decades, as renewables aren’t ready to meet demand. Investors can enhance their exposure with the energy [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the FENY ETF (Symbol: FENY) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $23.15, changing hands as low as $23.09 per share. FENY shares are currently trading off about 0.8% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of FENY

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the High Yield Muni ETF (Symbol: HYD) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $50.49, changing hands as high as $50.58 per share. High Yield Muni shares are currently trading up about 0.9% on the day. The chart below shows the one year

Collateralized loan obligations, or CLOs, may be a way for advisors to enhance retail clients’ portfolios. They provide investors with access to a diverse pool of senior secured loans. While they have been primarily used by institutional clients to date, CLOs could enhance risk-adjusted returns for individual clients. CLOs are securities backed by a pool [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

On November 28, 2023, VettaFi hosted an Alternatives Symposium with an excellent turnout of nearly 750 advisors and investors registered for the event. The symposium benefited everyone involved as the event included some of the top firms and individuals in the industry offering their insights into several different alternative strategies for advisors to consider. Below, readers [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

The Vanguard S&P Mid-Cap 400 ETF is seeing unusually high volume in afternoon trading Wednesday, with over 250,000 shares traded versus three month average volume of about 50,000. Shares of IVOO were up about 0.9% on the day.

By J. Keith Buchanan, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager Finally, we have arrived at the season of turkey, cooler temperatures, and reflection in appreciation.  Thanksgiving began as a day of thanks for the harvest and the past year in the largely agrarian early colonial days of America.  The first documented celebrations in North America date back [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

In yet another indicator of active ETFs’ dominant 2023, active strategies have laid down another flows-based marker. Active strategies have not only picked up significant flows despite their relatively small AUM. Evidence is building that active funds are also eating at so-called midmarket ETFs that neither actively invest nor charge low fees. Indeed, according to [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

In trading on Wednesday, the SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF is outperforming other ETFs, up about 3% on the day. Components of that ETF showing particular strength include shares of First Foundation, up about 6.5% and shares of Western Alliance, up about 6% on the day.

Macquarie Asset Management has launched a suite of actively managed ETFs on the New York Stock Exchange. The funds target global infrastructure, energy transition, and municipal bonds. The firm said it is “excited to offer clients additional flexibility and choice in investment vehicles with active management.” The Macquarie Global Listed Infrastructure ETF (NYSE Arca: BILD) [...] Read more at ETFTrends.com.

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: VCLT) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $75.68, changing hands as high as $75.98 per share. Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond shares are currently trading up about 0.9% on the day

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the Invesco KBW Bank ETF (Symbol: KBWB) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $42.58, changing hands as high as $43.43 per share. Invesco KBW Bank shares are currently trading up about 2.4% on the day. The chart below shows the one y

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (Symbol: IEI) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $115.17, changing hands as high as $115.44 per share. iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond shares are currently trading up about 0.3% on the day. Th

In trading on Wednesday, shares of the iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (Symbol: PFF) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $30.49, changing hands as high as $30.53 per share. iShares Preferred and Income Securities shares are currently trading up about 0.6%