VettaFi discusses the impact of hurricanes on energy companies — upstream, midstream, and downstream.
The incorporation of artificial intelligence in the crypto space could push AI-focused exchange-traded funds even higher.
In this article, we look at three indicators from the past week: retail sales, industrial production, and the Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index (LEI). At first, these indicators might seem unrelated. However, they all have a role in predicting economic trends.
Kinder Morgan Inc. (KMI) provided insight into natural gas demand and growth opportunities during the firm’s second-quarter earnings call.
Looking for a rate-sensitive ETF for rate cuts? This strategy is performing well over the last several periods per YCharts even before cuts.
Issuance of green bonds surged in the first half of 2024. That could put more eyeballs on the VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB).
A Structured Protection ETF like CPRJ can offer robust tax benefits for investors seeking to move cash or get exposure to small-cap equities.
Some previously high-flying chip stocks have retreated much more than 5% since the start of the third quarter.
Investors could be shifting to safer debt, which could outperform once the Federal Reserve starts cutting interest rates.
A transition to alternative energy is helping to fuel a 4th industrial revolution. In turn, this will increase critical minerals demand.
There has long been talk of a new wave of biotech mergers and acquisitions activity coming to life.
Artificial intelligence and generative AI remain the proverbial hype trains of thematic investing this year.
Longer duration Treasuries have been mired in a bear market since 2020 but could finally start to see a reversal of fortune.
Broad measures of investment-grade municipal bonds didn’t do much of anything in the first half of 2024, but some believe it could be poised for some upside.
The S&P 500 posted a near-perfect week, with gains every day except Thursday.
Many people want the passive income that can come with rental properties, but they come with risks and responsibilities.
We’ve seen the active ETF take in about 1/3 of all net asset inflows year-to-date, which is an impressive haul by historical standards.
More inflows into active bond ETFs during the month of June is following the overall trend of higher inflows since the start of the year.
Taking on credit risk but not interest rate risk has been relatively rewarding to ETF investors thus far in 2024.
The second half narrative remains dominated by the path of interest rates, inflation, and the looming election.
AI worked well in equity markets in the first half and could deliver for investors over the next six months.
For the 12 months ending July 3, the average return posted by the widely followed Russell 2000 and S&P SmallCap 600 indexes was 8.3%.
The expectation of rate cuts is not only fueling news-sensitive trades in emerging markets equities, but also in bonds.
Investors continue to pile into bond funds, looking to add yield now before the Federal Reserve starts instituting rate cuts.
Morgan Stanley recently discussed the outsized impact of fiscal policy as well as the U.S. dollar looking ahead.
Earnings season is just around the corner. It could prove critical to justifying the record rally we’ve seen thus far in 2024.
VettaFi discusses the upcoming election and potential implications for the energy sector.
Investors may want to opt for a middle-ground solution for yield and rate risk with intermediate bond funds.
In the week ending on June 3, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) rose 1.09% while the Invesco S&P 500® Equal Weight ETF (RSP) was down 0.13%.
The mid- to long-term costs of missed opportunities by staying in cash mean investors should consider moving off the cash sidelines.
Some experts believe favorable seasonality could kick in for bitcoin now that the calendar has turned to July.
Economic indicators are released every week to provide insight into the overall health and performance of an economy.
The Generation X report released by Natixis Investment Managers included a check of investment sentiment and opportunities for advisors.
VettaFi looks at U.S. energy independence and the role the U.S. plays as a global energy supplier.
Investors of all stripes are getting increasingly acquainted with the AI megatrend, but some may not realize the depth therein.
Looking to assess your portfolio for the current inflation outlook? Natixis Investment Managers' Cyclicality vs. Inflation outlook can help.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where our panelists will tackle all of these topics and shed light on top strategies aimed at helping your clients reach their financial goals.
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Corporate bonds continue to garner interest as investors may be locking in current yields now before eventual rate cuts take place.
Experienced real estate investors know that one of the primary fundamental measures of strength is occupancy rate.
Some experts believe investment-grade corporate bonds remain an opportunity-rich corner of the fixed income market.
The growing popularity of alternatives creates increased demand for private assets, with one surprising category above all.
Signs of cooling inflation are bringing bond bulls back as the Federal Reserve recently kept interest rates unchanged yet again.
We are excited to announce that Ian Bremmer will once again headline Exchange, happening on March 23-26, 2025 in Las Vegas.
Senior loan ETFs have gained traction as elevated rate expectations spill over into the second half of the year.
Blockchain is relatively young, but it’s increasingly becoming a political hot spot. That’s worth examining.
When it comes to stocks with the artificial intelligence (AI) label, Nvidia (NVDA) arguably takes the cake.
It could be an opportune time to take advantage of core bond exposure now before a potential rally despite latest Fed-speak.
New research highlights how active management may be more beneficial than passive strategies for avoiding overvalued securities.
