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Vanguard Utilities ETF

VPU tracks a broad-based, market-cap-weighted index of US utilities companies.

The fund is passively managed to invest in the US utilities sector.

Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF

Vanguard Health Care ETF

Stocks in these "safe" sectors are selling off as investors gravitate toward growth.

Why Are These 3 Vanguard ETFs Underperforming the S&P 500 Since Election Day?

This has been one of my favorite ETFs for years.

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iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF

Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF

Investing in ETFs can be a powerful way to diversify your portfolio, but knowing which ones to buy (and which to sell) is an important question to ask.

2 ETFs to Buy and 1 to Sell in November

SPDR S&P Bank ETF

Investors looking to put some capital to work in this market have their work cut out for them.

3 ETFs You Want to Own In November

Alerian MLP ETF

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity 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

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

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

Low-cost ETFs can be ideal investments for set-and-forget investors.

1 Vanguard ETF to Buy and 1 to Hold for Passive Income Investors

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF

We're all hopefully going to age into retirement. And as we continue to invest on our money toward our golden years, many investors may wonder – what's the best path toward the kind of wealth building journey that will make these years the most memorable and enjoyable?

Retirees: The Only 3 ETFs You Need to Own for Passive Income and Growth in Your Golden Years

Artificial intelligence could drive the greatest increase in U.S. electricity demand since the beginning of the century.

This Vanguard Index Fund Is a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity for the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Boom

Utility stocks are stable, recession-resistant investments with attractive dividends, making them appealing in a falling interest rate environment. The Fed's aggressive rate cuts enhance the attractiveness of dividend-paying stocks, particularly utilities, due to lower financing costs and stable revenues. The Vanguard Utilities Index Fund ETF Shares product offers diversified exposure to leading utilities, with high grades in momentum, expenses, liquidity, and dividends, despite some risk.

VPU: Utilities In A Falling Rate Environment

Launched on 01/26/2004, the Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Utilities - Broad segment of the equity market.

Should You Invest in the Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU)?

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One of these ETFs produces regular income. The other is a growth machine.

These Index ETFs Are a Retiree's Best Friend

Investing in utility stocks could make for an underrated growth opportunity.

1 High-Yielding Vanguard ETF That Has Trounced the Market This Year

Vanguard Real Estate ETF

Learn which two Vanguard ETFs provide retirees with a suitable mix of growth and income.

These 2 Vanguard ETFs Are a Retiree's Best Friend

iShares U.S. Utilities ETF

Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Utilities ETF

SP Plus

Reaves Utilities ETF

As an “old economy” sector, utilities are notable for their steady revenue streams. They also typically serve as a defensive segment of a portfolio.

Utilities ETFs: Plugged in for 2024

Utilities is the top-performing large-cap sector this year, and VPU provides low-cost market-cap-weighted exposure to 66 stocks across all size segments. The sector's strong performance corresponds well with solid last quarter earnings surprises in the 6-7% range, a massive turnaround from the negative surprises seen last year. Wall Street analyst earnings revisions are still positive, but VPU's growth gap with SPY has widened and led me to consider alternatives. I quickly found UTES.

VPU: Utilities Are Surging, But I Found A Better Power Play (Rating Downgrade)

Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF

iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF

iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF

Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF

The "September Effect" adds to the volatility already present in the market, increasing the need for investors to adopt a cautious approach when maintaining their portfolios.

ETFs in Focus Amid September's Market Storm Possibilities

Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF

Alexandria Real Estate Equities

Cal-Maine Foods

Chevron

Franklin Responsibly Sourced Gold ETF

SPDR Gold Trust

iShares Gold Trust

iShares U.S. Real Estate ETF

Pilgrim's Pride

iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF

ProShares Ultra Gold

Essential Utilities

I provide weekly economic insights and a buy list to help investors make informed decisions, emphasizing the importance of understanding economic cycles and political impacts. I analyze political proposals like Trump's tariffs and Harris's price controls, highlighting their potential negative economic effects and advocating for unbiased, clear-eyed economic views. Ray Dalio questions the funding for increased government spending, stressing the need for broad-based productivity and prosperity through education and equal opportunities.

My Top Investment In September As Rate Cuts And The Election Come Into Focus

Top companies in virtually every sector seem to be hitting all-time highs. Investors have plenty of reasons to be optimistic, given solid earnings growth.

Only 1 Vanguard Sector ETF Is Down More Than 5% From Its 52-Week High. Here's What That Means for Investors in Value, Dividend, and Growth Stocks.

The utility sector has come roaring back after years of underperformance. Companies that effectively allocate capital can be the best long-term investments.

Despite Holding No "Magnificent Seven" Stocks, This High-Yield Fund Is the Top-Performing Vanguard ETF in 2024

Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples ETF

Tema Obesity & Cardiometabolic ETF

iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF

iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF

Roundhill GLP-1 & Weight Loss ETF

Invesco Dynamic Pharmaceuticals ETF

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF

VanEck Vectors Pharmaceutical ETF

Global X Defense Tech ETF

Amplify Weight Loss Drug & Treatment ETF

SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF

When markets correct, it is a good time to revisit which equity market sectors are “defensive” themes. Certain products and services are nondiscretionary in nature that we cannot live without.

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Playing Defense

With the markets recently experiencing a sharp sell-off which may have dampened investor confidence, increasing bets that the U.S. economy may slip into a recession increases the need to safeguard investor portfolios with defensive bets.

ETFs to Secure Your Portfolio Amid Uncertain Market Conditions

First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund

Neuberger Berman Carbon Transition Infrastructure ETF

Engine NO 1 Transform Climate ETF

VanEck Vectors Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF

Range Nuclear Renaissance Index ETF

SPDR MSCI USA Climate Paris Aligned ETF

The “juice” in the article title does not refer to orange juice futures like in the classic film “Trading Places,” but electricity. Reuters recently reported that at the power auction for the U.S.'s largest electrical grid operator, PJM Interconnection, prices soared 800% from $269.92 megawatts per day from $28.

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Where's The Juice?

Vanguard Telecommunication Services ETF

The utilities sector may be boring, but its gains this year have been anything but that. The communications sector is incredibly balanced and not overpriced despite large weightings in Alphabet and Meta Platforms.

Meet Vanguard's 3 Hottest Sector ETFs in 2024 (and None of Them Are Tech)

Vanguard Utilities Index Fund ETF Shares is a way to play a risk-off signal in the stock market, offering stable companies with high dividends. The VPU ETF holds 66 positions with top holdings in renewable energy, electricity production, and natural gas distribution companies. VPU provides exposure to Electric Utilities and Gas Utilities, offering broad sector representation and diversification in times of uncertainty or market volatility.

VPU: A Good Time To Consider Utilities

Electricity demand for data centers and the need for a more secure grid could help accelerate growth. Regulated utility companies have stable cash flows and predictable demand.

Should You Buy the Second-Highest Yielding Vanguard S&P 500 Sector ETF?

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