ETF Edge

It’s not what the Fed said this week about the decision to hold rates steady…. it’s what it didn’t say that has certain parts of the fixed income and equities markets on the move.

Why one long-time money manager believes investors aren’t necessarily any more sophisticated than they were 30 years ago… and why it all comes back to our own, human biases.

Promising to deliver something that works when most other things won’t, this time-honored hedge fund safety strategy in an ETF wrapper could be the next big thing.

The spike in U.S. Treasury yields gets all the attention. But there is real change afoot in other areas of the bond market.

The U.S. securities regulator has moved to allow limited application of tokenization. Could the technology eventually be “ETFs 2.0”?

The traditional lines between parts of the energy sector are blurring… and forming a new whole.

The Chinese market could be poised for a comeback… but is it too late to hold its place as the Asian front-runner?

The growth of retail trading is driving issuers to move faster… towards more disruptive products. Now, “time” is of the essence.

Short-covering, CLARITY Act, something else? Crypto is bouncing. But is it a one-time thing… or is there more at play?

As the ETF industry’s race to innovate intensifies, is it better to buy than build? Plus, why “income” investing products may be turning a new corner.

International markets continue to outperform the U.S. but the gap is closing. Now, however, a range of variables could either widely reopen or completely shut that gap. Find out which is more likely.

With everything going on – good and bad - it seems like the markets are “fine”. How long does “fine” usually last for? That’s why now might be a “fine” time to review your positioning and make sure some hedges are in place…. so you’ll be “fine” is something suddenly does happen.

Corgi, an insurance startup, is also trying to shake up the ETF industry. But does it all depend on what you, the investor, put a “premium” on?

Active and fixed income ETFS are increasingly taking a larger portion of flows this year as investors look to broaden out. Jennifer Grancio, TCW global head of distribution, and Todd Rosenbluth, TMX VettaFi head of research and editorial, dive into the driving forces, what role these products should have in your portfolio and other opportunities in the market.

The bond market has a confluence of headwinds converging this week. But, within the turbulence, clear skies can be found. Here’s your flight path.

We’re ahead to head in the maelstrom of earnings season. Expectations are high. Could volatility spike higher?

Small caps are outperforming YTD… by some measures breaking 30-year records. Can this trend last through 2026 and beyond?

The first half of the year has witnessed an explosion of ETF innovation built on the back of a market frenzy. Relaxed regulation has been part of that equation. But there’s a time-tested saying about “too much of a good thing…”

Thanks to fast-tracking, SpaceX is already part of the Russell 1000 and soon to be part of Nasdaq 100. Will other mega-IPOs pursue the same route to adoption and what could it mean for index-tracking ETFs?

New Fed Chair Warsh said a lot by not saying much in his first meeting. But that has sparked a range of new conversations around fixed income ETFs. Have a listen.

A real deal with Iran would remove a huge obstacle from investors’ wall of worry. Would that then allow them to reassess risk and return to allocating funds towards cryptocurrencies?

What happens AFTER the SpaceX IPO is arguably the bigger story: there’s a long timeline of huge change for indexes and managers and your ETFs. Hear from one of the experts in the space, no pun intended, who was also on the team that launched the very first ETF in the world.

The statistic in the title is impressive. But at what point does too much product cause more confusion than its worth? Or are more ways to slice the pie, as they say, still a better way to eat? We dig in.

The anticipated SpaceX IPO has investors clamoring for all-things space related. But, what happens after launch?

Micron’s stock and Roundhill’s DRAM ETF have become the poster-children for the AI memory rally. But here’s what could be the next “phase” of the AI buildout.

After losing half its value since its peak last year, Bitcoin has been quietly rebounding during the past month. What could that indicate about cryptos in general and the ETF ecosphere that surrounds it?

Big tech earnings, Fed decisions and successions and a still-fluid situation in Iran… investors should be diversifying. Here’s a list of overlooked areas to extend your hedges.

Iran-related risks aside, energy is heading into uncharted territory. But we have a map for your portfolio.

As the conflict in the Iran continues, it only adds to other major market hurdles to come in 2026. History would suggest the biggest market drop is still looming and, it’s worth remembering, many new high-flying funds are too young to have witnessed any major test at all.

As investors look to hedge against whipsaw volatility, managed futures funds may offer a welcome cushion… but you must understand their complexities first.

From leverage to tokenization, find out where the SEC stands now on product innovation and regulation.

Current geopolitical concerns are testing cryptocurrencies. But they’re responding in ways that might be unexpected. Find out what else might be at play under the surface.

Will conflict in the Middle East and continuing tariff turmoil dampen international market outperformance? Find out which regions are at risk and which are in promising positions.

Retail traders are diving deeper into complex products, trying to push the return envelope. At the same time, institutional money is moving more toward straightforward strategies. Find out what this dichotomy could indicate about the future of the markets.

For a large swath of ETF investors, consistent income is more important than the next big thing. But how do you best go about that when the big things cause big swings in the market?

The “tokenization of everything” was supposed to be a huge driver of the ETF industry in 2026. Now, maybe not?

From Fed nominees to overall risk-tolerances, the macro picture is changing rapidly. A new approach to fixed income tools could smooth out what is likely to be a volatile 2026.

There could be much more to it than just what headlines suggest. Fundamental changes could be afoot.

Headlines have equity markets reeling… proving the worth of multi-asset strategies to survive the short-term. But, for the long-term, rare opportunities in bonds are opening up for the first time in a decade.

Venezuela and Iran stealing the energy sector headlines… but the bigger stories are unfolding in far different areas.

The top trends transforming the industry and, possibly, your investments.

The low P/E stocks our strategist says will benefit from the rotation. It’s ‘Game of Thrones’ for the media stocks, and Wedbush’s Dan Ives says 2026 will be a ‘Monster Year’ for Tesla.

Goldman Sachs announcing a plan to buy Innovator Capital Management for $2B. We get the inside perspective on where else that deal could take them… and how those types of funds of being employed more and more within the marketplace.

A new study finds more than 90% of increasingly complex single-stock, leverage and inverse exchange traded products are owned exclusively by retail investors chasing outsized returns. Billions of dollars have been piled in. But that was in a breakneck bull market that’s showing signs of cracking.

When it comes to preparing your portfolio for 2026, it might be better to concentrate on the bigger picture beyond near-term Fed mechanics.

While bitcoin hits a technical “death-cross”, Tom Lee is still bullish on #2 crypto Ethereum. Plus, Bitwise wins big after a Solana regulatory end-run.

Thematic ETFs were all the rage. Then they weren’t. But could 2026 be their comeback year… all thanks to what stole their spotlight to begin with?

The ETF industry is pacing ahead of schedule for yet another record year of inflow. But exactly where that money is flowing could surprise you… and potentially inform you investment decisions for 2026.

As the markets grind higher, many have been questioning the proliferation of the new hedging products. Could that mean it is, in fact, time to consider them?

With more money flowing into more exotic alternatives, the ETF industry is arguably entering phase that stands in stark contrast to one of its original tenets.

The recent dramatic whipsaw in the markets is a reminder to review your portfolio’s safety mechanisms. This time, it may not be about what you’re adding but how much of it. Find out why.

A historically volatile time for the markets is compounded by even more looming catalysts than usual. We have three plans to help see you through from two of the biggest specialists in their spaces.

While many emerging markets have been outperforming the U-S this year, many investors might still be missing the biggest opportunities yet-to-come.

There’s been an explosion of interest and offerings in the “alt” etf category. But the role those types of funds play for investors might be changing.

Choose your adventure: fed decisions or tech dominance… or maybe, both? A nuanced game-plan is in order, and we have two novel ways to play.

High-income ETFs are all the rage right now. To help itself stand out, one company is playing off some of the biggest names in investing. But will the sequel do as well as the original? Plus, find out the what’s resonating with the youngest of individual investors.

September is already volatile and we haven’t even had a Fed meeting yet! Now might be the right time to look into the “value” promise of AI… and add some under-valued sectors as cheap insurance.

Amid geo-political waves, smart money is diving below the surface of two markets sectors to find calmer, potentially more productive waters.

Amid geopolitical and domestic uncertainty, gold is trending higher again after backtracking. History suggests there is yet more room to run. Plus, a covid-period-like warning sign to take note of.

Sam Altman joined CNBC and discussed his path to IPO and OpenAI's new enterprise push. We look at why Silicon Valley startups have been staying private for longer and why OpenAI needs to catch up in enterprise. Plus, this weekend is the tenth anniversary of Google's reorganization under parent company Alphabet. Analysts say a break-up could unlock new value.

Investors continue to favor market cap weighted indices, but it might be time to consider diversifying after July’s fund inflows. Plus, getting tax efficient with ETFs. We examine Astoria’s approach with its US Enhanced Core Equity ETF. Todd Rosenbluth, VettaFi director of research, and Bruce Lavine, Astoria Portfolio Advisors head of ETFS and COO, discuss all.

From cryptocurrencies to competition with mutual funds… recent and upcoming policy out of Washington is changing the landscape for big portions of the ETF industry.

Now solidly starting off the third quarter, we’re asking how Q2’s top-performing fund managers are planning for the near – and distant – future.

Hedge fund strategies are the latest to make their way into the ETF wrapper and it could be good timing as investors search for new ways to diversify their portfolio. Plus, positioning for earnings season and top plays for the next six months.

With markets seeing unusually high levels of volatility across the board this summer, the “active management” corner of the ETF industry has had to continuously increase specialization. But does that focus carry a risk of becoming too narrow too soon?

Is the concept of the “stock pickers” market being replace by a “theme-pickers” market? Plus, a crypto conundrum and some international ETF intrigue.

Continuing developments in the Middle East adding to investor uncertainty. Should ETF holders modify their portfolios now… or stay the course through the second half of the year?

The AI trade is getting increasingly crowded and it’s getting harder to sift out the next big winners. Well-known tech analyst Dan Ives, who just recently launched an ETF with his own name on the line, tells us how he’s approaching it. Plus, Todd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at Vettafi, discusses how the rest of the ETF industry is slicing AI.

It’s not just a yellow-brick road investors have been running down… with global uncertainty still high money has been piling into non-traditional and traditional alternative assets alike. But which are best for your portfolio? We’ll help you decide.

As we kick off another month of trading, we look at three of the biggest ETF themes and whether they can continue amid general market uncertainty and summer doldrums.

Bonds are generally known for their stability. But, like the equity markets, bonds are experiencing outsized volatility of late. However, new tools allow investors to engage bond opportunities like never before. Our experts help you rethink your allocations.

On one hand: continue market uncertainty. On the other hand: heightened individual engagement and optimism. Put them together and you have a hungry audience the ETF industry is all-too-happy to cater too. But now, more than ever, the individual really needs to know what they are ordering… and what’s in the dish.

The 90-day tariff pause between the U.S. & China has thrown a wrench into two big ETF themes of this year: international investing and gold/bitcoin hedging. What should investors do now? We look at the near and long-term scenarios.

Ric Edelman, founder of the Digital Asset Council of Financial Professionals and former head of Edelman Financial Engines weighs in on how to responsibly incorporate crypto investing into any diversified portfolio, explains why 60/40 is dead… because you’re not going to be… and discusses the importance of instilling financial education in the next generation.

Actively managed ETFs have captured one third of flows this year. But the active fund space is quickly changing along with market volatility. We sort it all out for you.

Amid the volatility, actively managed ETF assets have reached $1 trillion, or about 10% of the industry total. Is now finally the time “active” will prove its worth over “passive”? We’ll dive into the new strategies managers are employing on a daily basis.

There’s an old saying: ‘you can’t change the wind, but you can adjust your sails.’ If you’re having trouble navigating volatile market seas, consider letting an ETF for it for you. This is how.

Amid the volatility, are you looking for something with stable income and the long-term investment stability of government bonds? As is often said: “There’s an ETF for that”. We’ll explain why one “boring” suite of funds might be something to get excited about now.

Amid the market volatility, demand for actively-managed ETF strategies has been unrelenting. This industry is more than happy to serve. But, here’s what investors need to know about them.

What are the hottest areas for growth in the ETF industry? We find out, live from the single largest gathering of ETF industry professions, asset managers and RIAs: Exchange conference in Las Vegas.

With volatility up and yields down, what should you be doing with the fixed income portion of your portfolio now? We dive into that.

For those looking to add down-side protection to their portfolios, a slew of new products can make it easier than ever.

Leverage, inverse and single-stock funds have exploded in popularity. But, could a turn in the market leave some investors imploding? What to know before you buy into this trend.

In general, international markets are surging ahead of U.S indices. However, finding quality opportunities overseas can be tricky. Find out how one fund is setting itself apart by reassessing investing “freedoms”.

A founder of the index investing movement and author of “Winning the Losers Game”, Charles Ellis offers his new take on the markets. Fifty years on, find out what’s changed radically… and what likely never will.

From tariff turmoil to concentration risk, the margin for error in portfolios is getting ever smaller… and it seems most investors are perhaps not as prepared as they should be. We’ll look at ways to fix that.

China’s DeepSeek AI throws U.S. tech stocks into a tailspin just as the NASDAQ 100 – home to many of those names – celebrates its 40th anniversary. What will the next 40 years look like for that index and what could the next big tech leader be? We’ll find out.

The first structured-protection Bitcoin ETF is here. How do you get up to 100% protection to the downside and, importantly, what do you give up for it? We’ll explain.

It’s hard to believe Spot Bitcoin ETFs are only now turning 1 year old. Will 2025 witness more maturity… or a case of the “terrible twos”?

Since single-stock ETFs debuted in 2022, the category has exploded. Global interest in U.S. tech stocks is poised to push growth even further in 2025.

Emerging market performance has been lack-luster in 2024 with one big exception: India. Find out what’s driving explosive growth there.

Bitcoin funds pass a key milestone in terms of assets. Plus, the equity concentration and credit conundrums investors will face in 2025.

As investors look to broaden market exposure, could thematic ETFs come back into the spotlight? Here are some new ways to play.

The ETF industry is about to wrap up another recording setting year. But 2025 will be a whole new ballgame.

It’s been 20 years since the first gold ETF, the GLD, revolutionized commodity investing. It return on investment since then has been nothing short of “brilliant” but what could the next 20 years hold?

The ETF industry saw massive inflows immediately after Trump won the Presidency. But will the first winners be the longest-term winners? Or, are there still unrecognized opportunities… and risks?