AppLovin Corp

Advanced Micro Devices

Electronic Arts

Roblox

GameStop

Allstate

Take-Two Interactive Software

Unity Software

Cedar Realty Trust

VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF

ESPO tracks a market-cap-weighted index of global firms involved in video gaming and eSports.

Defiance Hotel Airline and Cruise ETF

Global X Funds - Global X E-commerce ETF

Harbor ETF Trust - Harbor Corporate Culture ETF

Harbor Corporate Culture Small Cap ETF

Harbor Corporate Culture Leaders ETF

Global X Video Games & Esports ETF 

Tema Obesity & Cardiometabolic ETF

Amplify Online Retail ETF

First Trust S-Network E-Commerce ETF

US Global Jets ETF

MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF

Roundhill Esports & Digital Entertainment ETF

Proshares Online Retail ETF

Roundhill GLP-1 & Weight Loss ETF

Proshares Pet Care ETF

Simplify Health Care ETF

Amplify Weight Loss Drug & Treatment ETF

SPDR S&P Retail ETF

With the completion of a close presidential election, roughly half of us are likely disappointed regardless of the winner. To counter the post-election blues, I identified some “happy” ETF themes to consider for investment.

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Happy Post-Election Themes

Themes Gold Miners ETF

Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF

Reaves Utilities ETF

SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF

Wall Street has been enjoying a strong rally this year. The gains have been broad-based and well spread out across various segments.

Best Sector ETFs of the First Nine Months

It is football season. One derivative of the return of the most popular American sport is gamers' renewed focus on popular video game franchises.

Don't Sleep on This Video Game ETF

The thematic ETF has had an up and down life. Many an ETF investor can name their favorite thematic strategy, and certainly, the space includes some eclectic options.

Thinking Thematics: Video Game ETF ESPO

Microsoft

Sony

The best Esports stocks are booming as the sector pounced on robust momentum. The sector is hitting its stride again after slumping post-pandemic.

The 3 Best Esports Stocks to Buy in July 2024

The ESPO ETF invests across companies well-positioned to benefit from the global popularity of video games. The fund has outperformed alternative video game ETFs through a positioning tilted toward large-cap leaders. We expect VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF to continue delivering positive returns.

VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF Quietly Back To A Near 3-Year High

Somewhat quietly, video game stocks are notching impressive showings this year. Through May 10, the VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO) posted a year-to-date gain of 11.53%, topping broader market and technology benchmarks along the way.

Some Wide Moat Bargains Available in Video Game ETF

Video game sales have been explosive. In 2023, sales came in at $57.2 billion, according to the Entertainment Software Association and Circana.

The Top 3 Gaming Stocks to Buy in April 2024

Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming ETF

VanEck Vectors Gaming ETF

Pacer BlueStar Digital Entertainment ETF

Investors should tap the three-week sports betting extravaganza with ETFs.

Top 5 ETF Picks for March Madness Betting Frenzy

VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO) has seen strong performance due to its holdings in superstar stocks like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices. The ETF is benefiting from the momentum in the gaming and esports industries, with a high expected earnings growth rate. ESPO offers exposure to the unique and growing gaming/esports sector, with projections showing significant revenue growth in the streaming and esports markets.

ESPO: Upgrade To Buy On Earnings Growth Projections, Price Momentum

Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF

First Trust RBA American Industrial Renaissance ETF

ProShares MSCI Transformational Changes ETF

ARK Fintech Innovation ETF

ARK Industrial Innovation ETF

ARK Web x.0 ETF

ARK Space Exploration & Innovation ETF

Siren Nasdaq NexGen Economy ETF

Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF

BlackRock Future Tech ETF

Global X Cybersecurity ETF

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF

Global X Cloud Computing ETF

VanEck Vectors Digital Transformation ETF

ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF

Direxion Daily Industrials Bull 3X Shares

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

MicroSectors FANG+ ETN

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

Last year was a very mixed year for video game stocks. The industry went through a tumultuous year of labor and sectoral upheaval.

The Biggest Challenges Facing Video Game Stocks in 2024

From an investing perspective, the gaming sector is a relatively new place to explore. Gaming trends are positive in general. The VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF is discussed as an alternative for investing in the gaming space.

ESPO: A Gaming ETF Struggling To Reach The Next Level

Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF

Bitwise Web3 ETF

Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF

Loncar Cancer Immunotherapy ETF

Amplify Cybersecurity ETF

iShares Genomics Immunology and Healthcare ETF

iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF

TrueShares Technology, AI and Deep Learning ETF

Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF

Defiance Quantum ETF

ALPS Medical Breakthroughs ETF

Robo Global Artificial Intelligence ETF

SoFi Web 3 ETF

WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund

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

VanEck Vectors Africa Index ETF

VanEck Vectors Biotech ETF

VanEck Vectors Brazil Small-Cap ETF

VanEck Vectors Social Sentiment ETF

Vaneck Cmci Commodity Strategy Etf

VanEck Vectors ChinaAMC SME-ChiNext ETF

VanEck Vectors Oil Refiners ETF

Vaneck Digital India ETF

VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF

VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF

VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF

VanEck Green Metals ETF

VanEck Vectors Natural Resource ETF

VanEck Robotics ETF

VanEck Vectors Indonesia Index ETF

VanEck Vectors Israel ETF

VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF

VanEck Vectors Agribusiness ETF

Vaneck Morningstar ESG Moat ETF

VanEck Morningstar Global Wide Moat ETF

VanEck Vectors Morningstar International Moat ETF

VanEck Vectors Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF

VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF

VanEck Commodity Strategy ETF

VanEck Rare Earth/Strategic Metals ETF

Vaneck Green Infrastructure ETF

VanEck Vectors Russia ETF

VanEck Vectors Russia Small-Cap ETF

VanEck Vectors Retail ETF

VanEck Vectors Steel ETF

VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF

VanEck Low Carbon Energy ETF

Vaneck Morningstar SMID Moat ETF

VanEck Vectors Vietnam ETF

VanEck Future of Food ETF

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VanEck announced today the 2023 annual distributions per share for its VanEck® equity exchange-traded funds.

VanEck Announces Year-End Distributions for VanEck Equity ETFs

ALPS Global Travel Beneficiaries ETF

ProShares On-Demand ETF

Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund

The United States witnessed a substantial economic growth in the third quarter of 2023, with the real gross domestic product growing at an annual rate of 4.9%, beating the economists' expectations of 4.7%.

Consumer Spending Boosts U.S. Q3 GDP: ETFs to Buy

A new report from venture capital firm Konvoy, as quoted on CNBC, reveals that publicly listed gaming companies are holding a substantial $45 billion in cash and cash equivalents.

Gaming ETFs to Buy on Solid Cash Reserves & Merger Potential?

Direxion Daily AMZN Bull 1.5X Shares

Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF

With the 2023 holidays around the corner, it's time to look at top exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to buy. Sure, it's a bit early.

7 ETFs Primed to Profit From the Coming Holiday Season

Activision Blizzard

iShares Global Tech ETF

iShares U.S. Technology ETF

Vanguard Information Technology ETF

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund

Look into how ETFs are affected after the U.K.'s CMA granted clearance to Microsoft's $69 billion takeover of Activision.

ETFs in Focus as Microsoft Closes Activision Deal

There are lots of heady investment themes clamoring for your hard-earned investment dollars. Yes, AI could be revolutionary.

Buy on Both the Dip and on the Pop

The VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF lacks diversification and major players in the gaming sector such as Meta, Google, Microsoft, and Apple. The growth drivers are not as strong as they seem. As of now the ETF valuation is unjustified so, in the current macro environment, it presents a good selling opportunity.

ESPO: The Gaming Industry ETF Is Overvalued And Presents A Good Selling Opportunity

After a run of bullishness forged against the backdrop of coronavirus shutdowns, video game stocks slumped in 2022. They're rebounding this year as highlighted by year-to-date of nearly 22% by the VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO).

There's Some Value in Video Game Stocks

Fidelity Disruptive Communications ETF

Look into Activision-heavy ETFs to capitalize on the Microsoft-Activison deal.

Activision Blizzard Heavy ETFs in Spotlight

I am bearish on ESPO at current levels due to deteriorating fundamentals, high valuations, and a potential market shift favoring bears. The current market displays extreme overbought conditions, reflected by the S&P 500's high RSI levels, potentially leading to short-term stock price declines. ESPO's top holdings indicate low short interest, highlighting market complacency, making it an attractive risk-reward opportunity for shorts.

Game Over For Bulls? Unveiling The Bearish Thesis On ESPO

First Trust NASDAQ Global Auto Index Fund

Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF

iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF

Fidelity Electric Vehicles and Future Transportation ETF

Invesco Dynamic Semiconductors ETF

Tema American Reshoring ETF

iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF

Engine No 1 Transform Supply Chain ETF

SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF

The technology sector is on a tear again, rebounding mightily in the first half from its devastating year in 2022. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) up about 40% year-to-date and has almost reached its levels at the end of 2021.

VettaFi Voices On: Targeting Semiconductors in Tech Investing

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