ETF Database

Buy on the Dip Prospects: September 9 Edition

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

Below is a look at ETFs that currently offer attractive buying opportunities.

The ETFs included in this list are rated as buy candidates for two reasons. First, each of these funds is deemed to be in an uptrend based on the fact that its 50-day moving average is above its 200-day moving average, which are popular indicators for gauging long-term and medium-term trends, respectively.

Second, each of these ETFs is also trading below its five-day moving average, thereby offering a near-term ‘buy on the dip’ opportunity, given the longer-term uptrend at hand. Note that this prospects list also features a liquidity screen by excluding ETFs with average trading volumes below the one million shares mark. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques.

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World Markets Watchlist: September 8, 2026

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Our global markets watchlist tracks nine prominent indexes from economies around the world. The list includes the S&P 500 from the United States, TSX from Canada, the FTSE 100 from England, the DAXK from Germany, the CAC 40 from France, the Nikkei 225 from Japan, the Shanghai from China, the Hang Seng from Hong Kong, and the BSE SENSEX from India. For a look at how some emerging markets across the globe stack up against each other, read our emerging markets update.

Crossing $10B: Fundamental ETF PRF Powers Past AUM Milestone

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400

As valuations become increasingly stretched in today’s concentrated market, investors may be wondering where to break away from the typical market-cap weighted approach. Fundamental indexing can do just that, and investors appear to be gravitating to this methodology given the latest asset accumulation data. The Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF (PRF A-) officially crossed the $10 billion assets under management (AUM) threshold in August, solidifying its position as a cornerstone strategy for those seeking smart-beta and large-cap equity exposure in the convenience of one ETF.

Rosenbluth Talks Vanguard 50-Year Milestone & Record Pacing ETF Inflows

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400

On September 2, TMX VettaFi Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth appeared on the Schwab Network to discuss ETF inflows nearing record highs in 2026 and the 50th anniversary of the first-ever index fund, the Vanguard 500 Index Fund. The fund’s ETF share class, which trades under the ticker (VOO A), is a bit newer, having launched in 2010.

Strong S&P Earnings vs. Market Risks: Time for Equity Income

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400

From an earnings perspective, this summer proved to be a largely fruitful one for many companies within the S&P 500.

Comparing Energy ETFs: Positioning Portfolios as Oil Hits $100

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Brent crude oil rose above $100 a barrel for the first time since July, while the U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crossed $95, with varying impacts on energy ETFs. The price surge followed escalation in the Middle East conflict, including U.S. military strikes on five Iranian oil tankers and Houthi attacks on Saudi energy facilities.

ETF Prime: A Record Year for New ETF Launches

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400

A record-breaking year for ETF launches was the focus on this week’s ETF Prime. Host Nate Geraci welcomed Kirsten Chang, senior industry analyst at VettaFi, followed by Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence.

AI & Robotics in 2026: 16 Recent Developments for Investors

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

If AI and robotics suddenly feel like they are moving faster, August gave investors plenty of evidence that the pace really is accelerating. We saw longer-running agents, faster and cheaper inference, AI systems reaching into laboratories and physical equipment, robots learning from fewer demonstrations, and new capital and infrastructure forming around commercial deployment.

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 09/06/2026

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

These were last week’s top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly. Always do your homework.

ETFs Hit Warp Speed: Launches Blow Past 1,000

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

ETF launches have officially gone parabolic. Just a little more than halfway through the year, product development is already pacing to leave last year’s record in the dust. Since the start of August, 144 new tickers have hit the tape, putting the grand total at more than 1,000 launches – a blistering 52% ahead of 2025’s record pace.

Double-Digit Returns, Single-Minded Focus: Revisiting Your Emerging Markets ETF

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

It’s been a great time to be an emerging markets equity ETF investor, but it may also be a great time to revisit your EM ETF. While this segment of the global equity market has delivered strong results again this year, rising concentration centered on the AI theme could mean an EM allocation isn’t delivering the diversification you might expect.

A Small-Cap ETF With a Best-of-Both Worlds Approach

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Small-cap bullishness in 2026 is being widely discussed and bringing some renewed attention to the once-beloved small-cap value combination. In fact, some popular small-cap value gauges are performing in line with or outpacing their blend counterparts. Entering Friday, September 4, the S&P SmallCap 600® Index and its value counterpart sported essentially the same year-to-date gain of nearly 21%. Some experts view the simultaneous rally in small-cap value and mega-cap growth as an anomaly. But as unusual as the scenario is, it may also signal opportunity with a unique small-cap value ETF such as the Invesco S&P SmallCap Value with Momentum ETF (XSVM B).

VettaFi Shortlisted for 2026 ETF Express Awards

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

VettaFi has once again earned a coveted spot on the shortlist for the ETF Express US Awards 2026. The recognition spans multiple categories, including Best ETF Research Provider alongside major index honors across equity and fixed income. The finalist nod builds directly on VettaFi’s standout performance at the 2024 awards, where it secured major wins for both its research depth and index provider prowess.

Oil Prices Near $100 Lift This Energy Income ETF

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Oil prices climbed further Tuesday, with Brent crude rising 1% to $97.95 a barrel and briefly touching $99.46, according to the Associated Press. The benchmark has climbed from around $72 over the past two months. Fighting tied to the war with Iran has clouded hopes for reopening the Strait of Hormuz to tankers.

Why Rare Earths are Becoming a New Defense Priority

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400

In an increasingly tense world, defense spending is now shifting from a routine line item into a critical national priority.

Diversify Income in This Higher-For-Longer Regime With Real Estate

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Today’s higher-for-longer interest rate regime calls for income diversification. As investors assess the various opportunity sets for attractive yields in the current environment, they may not have yet considered real estate. Accordingly, the Fidelity Real Estate Income ETF (FREI) offers a solution that’s befitting from current macroeconomic conditions. FREI represents one of Fidelity’s latest ETF share classes, which allow investors two access points to the same underlying portfolio and historical track record as the established Fidelity Real Estate Income mutual fund (FRIFX). They can invest in the fund via an ETF or the aforementioned mutual fund.

As Yields Rise, Active Shorter Duration Bond ETF TBUX Can Spike

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Bond markets around the world have trembled in the last week, as uncertainty continues to rise. A mix of geopolitical, trade, debt, and currency pressures have put immense pressure on yields. The Yen carry trade situation alone has soaked bond markets, but when combined with U.S. debt fears and Hormuz concerns, the picture has shifted. Short-term bonds can help, with the T. Rowe Price Ultra Short-Term Bond ETF (TBUX ) a leading candidate among bond ETFs.

Midstream Taps Private Equity to Fund Growth Projects

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The North American midstream sector is entering a period of accelerated growth. Surging liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports and rapidly expanding power generation demand are driving record multi-billion-dollar project backlogs. To fund this massive wave of new energy infrastructure while strictly preserving balance sheet discipline, midstream operators are increasingly turning to strategic private equity joint ventures.

How Income ETF Duo GPIQ & GPIX Can Meet Client Needs

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The headlines may sensationalize, but it’s hard to miss: Markets are under some pressure right now. While that has yet to impact all clients, it risks spreading to equities and stocks more broadly even in a strong earnings year. With inflation rising too, investors and advisors may want to consider income ETF funds like the Goldman Sachs S&P 500 Premium Income ETF (GPIX A) and the Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Premium Income ETF (GPIQ A).

S&P 500’s Rock-Bottom Dividend Yield Makes This ETF Relevant

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The dividend yield on the largest plain vanilla S&P 500 ETF is just 1.03%, reflecting the fact that yield on the domestic equity benchmark recently hit its lowest levels on record. Of course, that dwindling yield is the result of the index’s rise, but it also leaves income investors wanting more, well, income. Count the NEOS Boosted S&P 500 High Income ETF (XSPI) among the ETFs that are ready for this moment.

Look to Nvidia for Income With This New ETF

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In noteworthy dividend news earlier this year, Nvidia (NVDA) raised its quarterly dividend by a jaw-dropping 2,400% to 25 cents a share from just a penny. But even with that sizable increase, shares of the semiconductor Goliath yield just 0.44%.

Construction Firms Powering the Nuclear Renaissance

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Investors usually focus on reactor developers and uranium miners when deciding on allocations for investing in the nuclear renaissance. A narrow view on the nuclear sector could result in missed opportunities for investment returns in nuclear-adjacent companies. Construction companies such as Fluor (FLR) and AtkinsRéalis (ATRL.CN) have active work spanning the nuclear value chain. These companies are seeing money from the nuclear renaissance today, compared to reactor developers that may not see meaningful income for years.

The 'B' Team Scores a Touchdown: 3 Active ETFs Hit Major Asset Milestones

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

I love ETF milestones and round numbers almost as much as I love watching football. There is something deeply satisfying about watching a fund hit a clean asset threshold. Crossing $500 million, $1 billion, or $2 billion in assets under management (AUM) is more than just a psychological victory. It signals real validation from financial advisors, provides greater liquidity, and lowers the risk of fund closure. Plus, as a fun bonus this week, our three featured funds all start with the letter B!

Norway Rotates $2.3 Trillion Fund Into Mortgage-Backed Securities

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Mortgage-backed securities are seeing greater interest and just got a vote of confidence from the largest sovereign wealth fund. The Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), which oversees Norway’s $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund, proposed cutting its government bond allocation and rotating into mortgage-backed securities (MBS).

Ethena's Guy Young: Stablecoin Growth Needs Real-World Reach

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Stablecoin infrastructure has quietly become one of the most important corners of the crypto market. Few founders have a bigger stake in that shift than Guy Young.

Nuclear Energy Fuel Chain Expansions Signal Macro Support for NUKZ

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Recent developments across the nuclear energy fuel chain are creating a favorable backdrop for reactor deployment programs. This serves as a constructive update for Range Nuclear Renaissance Index ETF (NUKZ ) investors.

Treasury's Dollar Moves Could Lift International ETFs

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

For years, investors buying international stocks have battled two problems: American markets outperforming and a dollar that kept climbing. New moves by the U.S. Treasury suggest the second problem may not stick around forever.

Dial Down Interest Rate Sensitivity With Fidelity's FLDR

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The current higher-for-longer interest rate regime requires a delicate balance between capturing meaningful yield and protecting core capital from market volatility. That said, for investors looking to de-risk their portfolios without retreating to low-yield cash-equivalent investments, the Fidelity Low Duration Bond Factor ETF (FLDR A) offers a compelling strategic solution. The fund is on track to accumulate over $2 billion in assets under management this year.

High Yields May Be Good News for This Bond ETF

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

As advisors and experienced fixed income investors know, bond prices and yields move inversely to one another, meaning that when yields are high, prices have slipped. This may have some investors worried about buying bonds when yields are elevated, and it’s certainly a valid concern in today’s Treasury market. However, some experts view high yields on municipal bonds as sources of allure. It could also set the stage for opportunity with ETFs such as the ALPS BBH Intermediate Municipal Bond ETF (MNBD B-).

Robinhood’s Torrid Run Shines Light on This ETF

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

With some help from the sell-side, Robinhood Markets HOOD is on fire of late, with analysts highlighting multiple catalysts that could propel the fintech stock. The fact that the stock has multiple tailwinds is proving to be a boon for the Direxion Daily HOOD Bull 2X ETF (HODU) while providing traders with reason to stay on top of this single-stock ETF, which attempts to deliver 200% of the daily performance of Robinhood shares.