Williams-Sonoma

Manhattan Associates

EMCOR Group

Carlisle Companies

Comfort Systems USA

Pure Storage

RenaissanceRe Hlds

Reliance Steel & Aluminum

Graco

Lincoln Electric Hlds

Invesco S&P MidCap Quality ETF

XMHQ tracks the S&P mid-cap 400 Quality Index, which screens stocks based on fundamental factors and weights them using a multi-factor approach.

XMHQ is an index-based fund providing exposure to top-quality names from the S&P 400. XMHQ has outperformed the S&P 500 since the previous note, even despite the higher-for-longer narrative dominating since the summer. XMHQ remains a top-quality mid-cap portfolio worth considering thanks to the factor story under the hood.

XMHQ: High-Quality Mid Caps Are Still Worth Considering

Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF

Invesco S&P SmallCap Quality ETF

The second best-performing S&P 500 factor in August, quality ETFs are currently having a moment. The popular Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF (SPHQ) has seen strong inflows recently, accreting $319 million in net flows in one month.

If You Like SPHQ, Check Out Quality ETFs XMHQ and XSHQ

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Benjamin Graham and David Dodd, Peter Lynch and Warren Buffett, legends of the value investing style, have set a foundation for millions of institutional and private investment strategies.

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Mid-cap stocks occupy a unique position in the market, combining the stability of large-cap stocks with the growth potential of small-cap ones.

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For investors seeking momentum, Invesco S&P MidCap Quality ETF XMHQ is probably on radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 31.40% from its 52-week low price of $61.49/share.

Quality Equity ETF (XMHQ) Hits New 52-Week High

The Invesco S&P MidCap Quality ETF has outperformed the MDY annually by over 400bps since June 21, 2019, when its underlying index changed. The XMHQ ETF is reviewed in detail and compared to the MDY ETF on key data points to show how the strategy affects its holdings compared to the broader index. For those looking for an ETF that can add Alpha to their portfolio that invests in Mid/Small-Cap stocks, I give XMHQ a Buy rating.

XMHQ Is Seeking Alpha's Top Ranked Mid-Cap Blend ETF!

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While many Wall Street analysts were expecting a soft landing in the U.S. economy hurt by high inflation and rates, the latest view is that "rolling recession" is turning into "rolling expansion," per a top Wall Street economist, as quoted on MarketWatch.

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In the first half of 2023, Wall Street witnessed an extraordinary rally. Against this backdrop, these top-ranked ETFs may gain further in the second half of 2023.

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In the first half of 2023, U.S. small-cap stocks lagged behind the S&P 500. Still, these ETFs topped the S&P 500.

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Exposure to the quality and low volatility factors can help portfolios remain defensive in the current environment. With lots of uncertainty looming in the market, many investors want to maintain more defensive allocations.

How Quality and Low Volatility Can Work Together in Portfolios

Advisors looking for quality exposure due to market uncertainty should consider opportunities down the cap spectrum. SPHQ is a favorite fund among investors for providing quality exposure, but investors may be missing out on smaller capitalization companies.

Use XMHQ and XSHQ for Quality Exposure Down the Cap Spectrum

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U.S. equity ETFs regained popularity in April after largely being shunned in the first quarter relative to international equities and fixed income products.

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Mid-cap investing can be a strong option in volatile stock markets, offering a unique balance between growth and stability, diversification benefits, and potential for undervalued opportunities.

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XMHQ: Solid-Quality Mix Nicely Positioned For An Abating Inflation Scenario

While large companies are normally known for stability and the smaller ones for growth, mid caps offer the best of both worlds, simultaneously allowing growth and stability in a portfolio.

Time to Buy Mid-Cap ETFs

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The consensus is that a recession is coming, there will be a profits recession, and the Fed will cut rates in the second half of the year.  We doubt all three will materialize.

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Finally, mid cap stocks are beginning to really perform. More recently, the quality factor is coming back into focus.

Minding the Middle with the Quality Factor

The Invesco S&P MidCap Quality (NYSEARCA: XMHQ) combines two potent investment concepts: the quality factor and mid cap stocks. XMHQ launched in late 2006 and is home to 78 stocks.

There's Money in Mid Caps: Get the Best of Both Worlds with ‘XMHQ'

It's obvious that with the current market landscape, amidst Covid-19 and a forthcoming presidential election, navigating through the capital markets is like rock climbing. As in any dangerous activity, you'll want a safety line and to seek out quality investments to provide that element of safety.

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