Trump or Biden…We Will Play the Hand We’re Dealt: Part 1

We believe uncertainty can invoke negative reactions. Some people may take uncertainty in stride, but for others it can be unsettling. This has been a year of collective emotional swings, and November’s elections are about to take center-stage. Twenty years ago, in November 2000, I was scheduled to [...] READ MORE »

Get Active With Value as Economy Rebounds

Historically, cyclical stocks lag when the economy falters or is in recession and leads when recession conditions ebb. This time around, it could be value stocks that lead the way. At least that’s the view of Goldman Sachs and if it proves accurate, it could benefit some new actively managed ETFs, including the Fidelity Blue [...] READ MORE »

With Value Perking up, Consider This Fund with a New Structure

Value stocks are enjoying solid showings in September and that could be the start of something more substantial, perhaps putting the spotlight on value strategies such as the Clearbridge Focus Value ETF (CFCV). CFCV is one of the active non-transparent ETFs (ANTs) that have recently come to market. One way of looking at ANTs is [...] READ MORE »

An ETF for a New Batch of Superstars

Finding the next big thing among individual stocks is difficult. Trying to that multiple times is even harder, but a new ETF makes that endeavor significantly easier. That’s one reason why at less than two weeks old, the VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF (QQQN)  is already among this year’s most impressive rookie ETFs.... READ MORE »

In Hunt for Income, Go Beyond Common Equity Dividends With This ETF

If 2020 is teaching income investors anything it’s that they cannot rely solely on either U.S. Treasuries or common stock dividends to bolster income. Even combining those two asset classes is likely to leave investors thirsty for income. Enter the Principal Active Income ETF (YLD), which is a departure from traditional multi-asset... READ MORE »

Post-Election Impact on Social Security Highlights NUSI Relevancy

For now, the issue is on the back burner given the contentious nature of this election cycle, but Social Security could look different in the months and years following the 2020 election, highlighting the importance of alternative income strategies, such as the Nationwide Risk-Managed Income ETF (NYSEArca: NUSI). The Nationwide Risk-Managed... READ MORE »