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<p>ETF share class uptake remains slow, despite a plethora of filings. While part of the issue comes down to incomplete plumbing, could mutual fund history predict what’s really in store for ETFs? Morningstar’s Ben Johnson weighs in on the current state of play for the ETF share class. </p>
While Wall Street focuses on tech and AI stocks, many dividend ETFs are outperforming the S&P 500 this year while delivering meaningful income.
Tracking the S&P 500 index gives investors an easy way to diversify and grow their portfolios over the long term.
Talk about the inescapable force of gravity. Shares of Elon Musk's Space Exploration have fallen to nearly their IPO price.
RSP promises diversification away from mega-cap dominance, but the costs hiding beneath its expense ratio tell a story most investors never think to ask about before buying in.
<p>Table below reflects daily flows on July 10, 2026 and asset totals as of that date.</p>
One of these funds has averaged annual gains of 25% over the past decade.
It sports a much higher dividend yield and it features growing powerhouses outside U.S. borders.
More than $2.5 trillion now sits in active ETFs. But they can carry a steep price: higher fees and poor performance. Low-cost index funds generally are the be better bets.
This fund has been a strong performer for a long time, and thanks to its diversification, it's less risky than many growth stocks.
The Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has beaten the S&P 500 handily over the past decade. But it's been a wild ride.
For equity investors looking to mitigate risk, the Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF is a hidden gem in the issuer's vaunted stable.
Evercore analyst Julian Emanuel says the S&P 500 could hit 9,000 this year.
The Oracle of Omaha understands that too many investors easily fall into the trap of trying to outperform the market, ultimately undermining their own performance.
For millions of investors, buying the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) has become the default way of “owning the market.” This is reinforced by the fact that VOO’s assets under management have just recently passed the $1 trillion mark. With an expense ratio of just 0.03%, the Vanguard ETF is viewed as an affordable primary ... Everyone Owns VOO. This Overlooked S&P 500 ETF Is Somehow Cheaper
Earnings season is about to put AI spending under the microscope, and picking the wrong stock could cost you. Two ETFs let you play the upside across dozens of the biggest names without betting everything on a single quarterly report.
The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) has recently surpassed $1 trillion in assets under management, becoming the first ETF to achieve such a milestone. In doing so, it shows just how dominant passive ETF investing has become over the past two decades. Driven by lower fees, greater tax efficiency, and consistent long-term performance, VOO has ... VOO Just Crossed $1 Trillion. Here’s the Hidden Risk Nobody’s Pricing In
Savvy investors know to be cautious of stocks that fall to 52-week lows. But it also pays to watch for a comeback.
Target-date funds have long been a popular way for individuals to invest for retirement. This is understandable: choose a fund with the year closest to your expected retirement date, make regular contributions, and let the professional managers handle the rest. However, if you are planning to retire sometime during the 2030s, you might actually be ... If You’re Retiring in the 2030s, These 3 ETFs Beat a Target Date Fund
Investors holding Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) own a slice of the cheapest, largest cap-weighted index fund on the market, and it has been doing its job. VOO is up 10.25% year-to-date through July 7, 2026, riding a benchmark that continues to be dominated by mega-cap technology. The pitch to swap VOO for the Pacer ... The S&P 500 Is Up 5% This Year. This ‘Cash Cow’ Fund Is Up 9%
VOOG's tech concentration drove $1,894 five-year returns, while VBK's 550-holding portfolio offers lower volatility and broader diversification.
Dividend stocks have enjoyed a strong first half of 2026. Conditions still look favorable, which could propel these three ETFs in particular.
July is shaping up as a pivotal month for index investors. The S&P 500 has cooled a bit, with Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) down 1.36% since its year-to-date high on June 2 as the 10-year Treasury yield has eased to 4% and the VIX has settled at 17.65. With the Fed funds rate parked ... 4 Brilliant Vanguard ETFs to Buy in July
It was only a matter of time. Eventually someone would want a piece of $488 billion-in-assets Invesco QQQ Trust ETF.
<p>It’s easy for investors to get caught up in trying to time the perfect entry and exit point in markets. However, even with perfect clarity and timing, it’s a strategy that leaves them on the losing side in the long-term according to John West, Co-Founder of Flatrock Wealth Partners. </p>
QQQ delivered better returns over the past five years, but also suffered a higher maximum drawdown. VOO offers lower fees and a higher dividend for more conservative investors.
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