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Sprott Energy Transition Materials ETF

SETM supports the global move to cleaner energy by tracking an index of US and foreign companies related to energy transition materials. Securities are selected based on revenue and weighted by market-cap.

A global transition to displace fossil fuels will help accelerate growth for clean energy technology. This will push the demand higher for energy transition materials.

The Displacement of Fossil Fuels Could Elevate This ETF

A global transition to alternative energy is helping to fuel a fourth industrial revolution (4IR). This will increase demand for critical minerals, leading to opportunities in ETFs that specifically focus on these in-demand minerals.

4th Industrial Revolution Could Bolster This Critical Minerals ETF

Optica Rare Earth & Critical Materials ETF

VanEck Rare Earth/Strategic Metals ETF

Critical materials are essential for clean energy applications and technologies like electric vehicles and wind turbines. This category includes copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earth metals.

Disruptive Tech Theme of the Week – Rare Earths & Critical Materials

The International Energy Agency (IEA) said manufacturers of clean energy technologies may not be able to operate at full capacity given the shortage of critical minerals in the long term. In turn, this sets up investors for potential growth opportunities in ETFs that focus on critical minerals.

Critical Minerals Shortfall Brings Growth Potential to This ETF

Sprott Junior Copper Miners ETF

Sprott Uranium Miners ETF

With the global transition to alternative energy sources, it's no secret that critical minerals can move the needle when it comes to growth exposure, but exchange-traded fund (ETF) investors want to know exactly where these opportunities exist. ETF provider Sprott has a pair of funds to begin and end that search.

These 3 Critical Minerals ETFs Move the Growth Needle

The energy transition is underway globally, with policies, innovations, and pressure ramping up to decarbonize. It creates a wealth of opportunity for investors and is one of the fastest growing areas of investment.

Don't Miss Out: This Investment Thesis Grew at 24% CAGR

A confluence of factors could be brewing that may work in favor for bullish copper prices. Short- or long-term investors may want to get ahead of the move given the drop in copper prices the past year.

Copper Prices Could Be in Early Stages of Uptrend

The receptiveness of countries to nuclear energy will be imperative for growth in uranium-focused mining companies. Japan's inclusion of uranium in its critical minerals list is a step in the right direction.

Uranium Makes Japan's Critical Minerals List

Investors are waiting to see if gold can retain its luster from 2023. Meantime, copper could be picking up where the precious metal left off.

Copper Could See a Comeback as Demand Outpaces Supply

Geopolitical factors in the Middle East are pushing oil prices higher in the short term. But the long-term view is a global pivot to clean energy should divert attention from oil and into critical minerals.

Clean Energy Pivot Will Shift Focus From Oil to Critical Minerals

The global race to secure critical minerals is continuing as the European Union (EU) ramps up its efforts to do just that. In effect, this should provide more growth prospects for ETFs that focus on critical minerals investments.

European Union Ramps Up Efforts to Secure Critical Minerals

The India West Journal reported that the United States and India are looking to collaborate on its energy agendas, specifically when it comes to critical minerals. Nations collaborating on critical minerals goals has been an ongoing trend as the world transitions to alternative energy sources.

U.S. and India Looking to Collaborate on Critical Minerals

Sprott Nickel Miners ETF

Rich in critical minerals like nickel, Indonesia is ready to start working with United States on an agreement to supply the nation with these minerals in order to meet increasing demand for electric vehicles.

Indonesia Ready to Work on Critical Minerals Agreement With U.S.

Volatility during the month of September could pave the way for defensive portfolio moves, which include getting commodities exposure. Also, it's historically been a sound strategy, according to data from S&P.

Commodities Exposure Can Help Investors Play Defense

Nations like Japan and the United Kingdom are looking to shore up the demand for critical minerals. They are pouring investments into countries like Africa, which can help on the supply end of the equation.

Japan and U.K. Jointly Investing in Critical Minerals in Africa

Given its key role in the global transition to renewable energy sources, copper has been officially classified as a critical mineral in the eyes of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). There are stringent requirements when it comes to the critical mineral classification.

2 ETFs to Ponder After Copper's Inclusion as a U.S. Critical Mineral

The United States currently has a power grid that is in need of modernization. Especially the case with the threat of harsh weather from climate change looming in the backdrop.

Power Grid Modernization Should Create Critical Minerals Demand

Demand for critical minerals will set the stage for certain regions around the globe that are abundant in supply, such as Latin America. This creates a growth opportunity worth considering in exchange traded funds (ETFs) like the Sprott Energy Transition Materials ETF (SETM).

Latin America Throws Spotlight on Critical Minerals Demand

As the shift to alternative energy continues to gain momentum, Britain is one of the latest countries to ally with other nations. In this case, that nation is Zambia.

Britain, Zambia Agree to Critical Minerals Deal

An International Energy Agency report confirmed that rising demand for critical minerals is occurring worldwide with lithium, cobalt, and nickel seeing an exponential rise in particular. A global focus on reducing carbon emissions is certainly a catalyst as more nations seek alternative energy sources.

Energy Agency Confirms Rising Demand for Critical Minerals

Sprott Lithium Miners ETF

There's somewhat of a changing of the guard when it comes to commodities futures contracts. Oil could lose its futures trading volume crown to critical minerals like lithium, which is seeing heightened activity.

Lithium Futures Activity Has Been on the Rise

Geopolitical factors will continue to play a pivotal role for critical minerals. The United States in particular could be a catalyst for rising prices as it looks to rein in control of the industry from China.

Washington Backs Efforts to Ramp Up Critical Minerals Control

The global transition to alternative energy options is causing countries to align themselves in order to obtain critical minerals. India and Australia provide a prime example of this type of strategic partnership.

India, Australia Discuss Strategic Partnership With Critical Minerals

The reliance on critical minerals continues to heighten. The United States and Australia are coming to terms on an agreement that will be important for meeting EV demand.

U.S.-Australia Agreement Sets Wheels in Motion for Critical Minerals

The shift to alternative energy sources is already creating pent-up demand for critical minerals. Given this, deep sea mining could be necessary in order to extract these minerals to meet demand.

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