Archive - ETF Focus

Vanguard's Future Might Be In Active, Not Passive, ETFs

Three recent active bond ETFs all fill important gaps in the product lineup and still come with the stereotypical low expense ratio.

Jun 17 •

May 2025

SCHD: After 2+ Years of Underperformance, Is It Time To Rethink Your Allocation?

The recent past has been rough, but I don't think it's time to jump ship yet.

May 29 •

ETF Spotlight: Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)

This is one of the best broad market portfolios in a single, low-cost package

May 22 •

April 2025

This 2 ETF Combo Offers A 7.5% Yield With The Risk Of Short-Term Treasuries

There's an opportunity to capture nearly double the yield for a comparable level of volatility.

Apr 16 •

March 2025

Come Join Me At Future Proof In Miami! (Plus: A Few Thoughts On The Market)

Risk-off sentiment remains in place, but from a technical perspective, there are some options emerging.

Mar 13 •

Quick Hits & ETFs: Week of March 10, 2025

The market grows more volatile, but some off-the-radar sectors are still looking good.

Mar 9 •

5 Types of Dividend ETFs: The Stars, The Sleepers & The Red Flags

Let's take a look at 20 dividend ETFs, including some that are flying under the radar and some you should avoid.

Mar 6 •

February 2025

Quick Hits & ETFs: Week of February 24, 2025

The markets are hanging on for now, but the warning signs are getting louder.

Feb 24 •

The Risks & Rewards Of Incorporating Preferreds Into An Income-Focused Portfolio

There's a definite difference between pairing preferreds with Treasuries vs. corporate bonds.

Feb 20 •

Quick Hits & ETFs: Week of February 17, 2025

Stocks remain sturdy and investors flock back to large-cap tech even as the tariff war escalates.

Feb 16 •

The 5-Star Vanguard ETF That You Probably Don't Know Even Exists

VFMF's multi-factor actively-managed approach is a unicorn for Vanguard, but it's worked.

Feb 13 •

Quick Hits & ETFs: Week of February 10, 2025

Investors are starting to take inflation a little more seriously, but large-caps are holding up for now.

Feb 9 •

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