Cisco Systems

CrowdStrike

Broadcom

Palo Alto Networks

Leidos Hld

Booz Allen Hamilton Hld

Cloudflare

Fortinet

Gen Digital Inc

Akamai Technologies

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF

CIBR tracks a liquidity-weighted index that targets companies engaged in the cybersecurity industry.

Alerian MLP ETF

Amplify Cybersecurity ETF

iShares U.S. Energy ETF

iShares U.S. Technology ETF

Invesco KBW Bank ETF

SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF

FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund

VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF

Vanguard Financials ETF

Vanguard Information Technology ETF

Vanguard Utilities ETF

Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund

Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund

Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund

Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund

Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund

Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund

The S&P 500 Index has returned nearly 81% since the last presidential election, with a wide disparity between sector performance. The S&P 500's gains since Nov. 3, 2020 reflect an annual return of nearly 16%, an impressive figure.

Breaking Down S&P 500 Returns by Sector Since 2020 Election

ARK Fintech Innovation ETF

ARK Web x.0 ETF

Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF

MicroSectors FANG+ ETN

KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF

Invesco QQQ

iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF

The best technology ETFs provide exposure to wide swaths of innovators, or targeted groups of tech stocks harnessing rising trends.

9 Tech ETFs to Buy Now

Global X Cybersecurity ETF

iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF

Themes Cybersecurity ETF

WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund

With the increasing adoption of AI in everyday activities, the risk of cyber-attacks also surges, increasing the need to raise investments in cybersecurity. Look at ETFs to capitalize.

Time to Bet on Cybersecurity ETFs?

For investors seeking momentum, Nasdaq Cybersecurity ETF CIBR is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 41.3% from its 52-week low price of $43.51/share.

Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR) Hits New 52-Week High

Invesco AI and Next Gen Software ETF

OShares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF

VanEck Vectors Retail ETF

SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Growth ETF

September is historically the worst month of the year for stocks. However, with the Fed likely to cut rates, these ETFs may gain this September.

Forget September Stock Slump: Buy These 5 ETFs Instead

There has been a significant rise in cyberattacks. Hence, cybersecurity ETFs sizzled in August despite tech stocks' volatility.

Cybersecurity ETFs Won in August Despite Tech Volatility

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The market doesn't trust CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD ) anymore. Following its software patch that caused IT systems worldwide to meltdown, the cybersecurity stock lost all of the gains it made in 2024.

3 Stocks That Could See Increased Demand Thanks to the CrowdStrike Outage

Cybersecurity stocks have unique tailwinds that distinguish them from the broader cloud software sector. The CIBR ETF is a good way to gain exposure to the cybersecurity industry. The CIBR fund has performed well compared to its peers and the broader market.

CIBR: Investing In Cybersecurity Is Not The Same As Cloud Software

Increasing adoption of AI makes companies more vulnerable to cyber-attacks, with attacks increasing about twofold since the pandemic. Look into Cybersecurity ETFs to capitalize on the momentum.

Cybersecurity ETFs in Focus Amid Rising Cyber Threats

The Global X Cybersecurity ETF tracks the performance of the Indxx Cybersecurity Index, offering exposure to companies benefiting from increased adoption of cybersecurity technology.

BUG: A Cybersecurity Theme That Won't Go Away

iShares MSCI Canada ETF

Amplify Mobile Payments ETF

iShares Russell 2000 ETF

iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF

Invesco Buyback Achievers ETF

At Berkshire Hathaway's recent annual shareholder meeting, Warren Buffett discussed Berkshire's actions, including selling the Apple (AAPL) stock and a loss on Paramount (PARA).

ETFs to Play Buffett's Investment Insights

Global X Cloud Computing ETF

Fidelity Cloud Computing ETF

First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF

Renaissance IPO ETF

Rubrik Inc

Microsoft-backed firm Rubrik continues to leverage the cybersecurity market's growth potential. The firm made a great debut on Wall Street on Apr 25, 2024.

Rubrik's Successful IPO Puts These ETFs in Focus

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF has underperformed key cybersecurity stocks such as Palo Alto and CrowdStrike. CIBR's portfolio makeup, with half of its assets in other sectors, has hindered its performance. The ETF has a modest 11% potential price gain, with cybersecurity stocks driving revenue and margin growth.

CIBR: Underperforming The Cybersecurity Sector

CrowdStrike reported strong Q4 earnings, and shares soared following poor performance out of Palo Alto shares earlier in the reporting period. UnitedHealth Group's data breach has rekindled fears of ongoing digital attacks, causing concerns about cybersecurity stock valuations and technical momentum. I am downgrading the First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR) from a buy to a hold due to risks about valuations and technical readings.

CrowdStrike Soars After Palo Alto's Plunge, Downgrading CIBR

TrueShares Technology, AI and Deep Learning ETF

CrowdStrike (CRWD) reported solid fourth-quarter 2024 results. It surpassed estimates earnings and revenue estimates and provided upbeat guidance for the ongoing quarter and the full year.

ETFs to Buy on CrowdStrike's Q4 Earnings Beat, Upbeat View

FT Cboe Vest DJIA Dogs 10 Target Income ETF

iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF

iShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF

Cisco (CSCO) beat estimates on both earnings and revenues but provided a weak outlook and revealed plans to lay off 5% of its global workforce, pushing its share price down.

Cisco Beats on Earnings, Trims Outlook: ETFs in Focus

Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF

First Trust RBA American Industrial Renaissance ETF

ProShares MSCI Transformational Changes ETF

ARK Industrial Innovation ETF

ARK Space Exploration & Innovation ETF

Siren Nasdaq NexGen Economy ETF

Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF

BlackRock Future Tech ETF

VanEck Vectors Digital Transformation ETF

ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF

Direxion Daily Industrials Bull 3X Shares

VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF

VanEck Vectors Environmental Services ETF 

iShares Global Industrials ETF

First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund

Fidelity MSCI Industrials Index ETF

Global X FinTech ETF

SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF

Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF

During 2023, the higher rate environment was a source of competition for the equity income category.

For Equity Income, Find Strong Balance Sheets

ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF

Invesco China Technology ETF

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust

SPDR Gold Trust

AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF

Yieldmax Tsla Option Income Etf

United States Natural Gas Fund LP

Global X Uranium ETF

Sprott Uranium Miners ETF

United States Oil Fund LP

Hello! This is MarketWatch reporter Isabel Wang bringing you this week's ETF Wrap. The first-ever spot bitcoin ETFs started trading in the U.S. on Thursday in a landmark moment for Wall Street and beyond.

What history says about first-of-a-kind ETFs as bitcoin products debut

Hewlett Packard

SPDR S&P Telecom ETF

On Jan 9, 2024, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced its intention to acquire networking gear vendor Juniper Networks in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $14 billion.

HPE-Juniper Pact to Boost Telecom & Cybersecurity ETFs

NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF has appreciated by over 39% in a market growing at a CAGR of 13.8%. Given that its holdings are growing 2-5 times faster than the market, the ETF deserves to be valued better. At the same time, M&A activities that are common in the industry help to increase shareholder value.

CIBR ETF: Opportunities In The Rapidly Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape

Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF

Bitwise Web3 ETF

Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF

Loncar Cancer Immunotherapy ETF

iShares Genomics Immunology and Healthcare ETF

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF

Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF

MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF

Defiance Quantum ETF

ALPS Medical Breakthroughs ETF

Robo Global Artificial Intelligence ETF

SoFi Web 3 ETF

Wisdomtree Artificial Intelligence And Innovation Fund

To use a holiday analogy, I have been checking lists and checking them twice to figure out which of next year's top disruptive investment themes are likely to be nice.

Disruptive Tech Theme of the Week: 7 Disruptive Themes for 2024

Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows 100 ETF

Defiance Hotel Airline and Cruise ETF

 Invesco S&P SmallCap Consumer Discretionary ETF

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

Last month witnessed a surge in stock values. However, stocks wavered to start December.

5 ETFs to Play in December

In a changing IT landscape, organizations are investing in cybersecurity to safeguard their digital assets and operations. As IT spending evolves, cybersecurity remains a critical focus.

Here's Why Cybersecurity ETFs Are At a 52-Week High

With the increasing adoption of AI and rising corporate spending on cybersecurity, look into cybersecurity ETFs to capitalize on the market's long-term growth prospects.

Growing Need for Cybersecurity Puts These ETFs in Focus

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF provides exposure to companies in the cybersecurity sector. CIBR has not outperformed the S&P 500 on a sustained basis. CIBR has outperformed its peers in terms of returns and assets under management.

CIBR: Volatile Alpha That's Hard To Hack

News for First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF ETF (CIBR)