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Behind the TickerKirsten Chang - VettaFiIn a recent episode of Behind the Ticker, Kirsten Chang, Director of Editorial and Content at VettaFi, shared insights into her journey from CNBC to her current role, as well as details about the upcoming Exchange ETF Conference, the largest ETF industry event of the year. With over a decade of experience at CNBC—working on Squawk Box, covering markets from the floor of the NYSE with Bob Pisani, and helping launch ETF Edge—Chang transitioned to VettaFi to further develop her own voice and contribute to the growing ETF landscape.Chang explained that Vett...2025-03-0922 min
ETF PrimeVettaFi’s Rosenbluth on Latest Advisor Crypto SurveyTodd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at VettaFi, discusses the latest Bitwise/VettaFi Benchmark Survey of Financial Advisor Attitudes Toward Crypto Assets.2025-01-1430 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Rosenbluth on Latest Advisor Crypto SurveyTodd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at VettaFi, discusses the latest Bitwise/VettaFi Benchmark Survey of Financial Advisor Attitudes Toward Crypto Assets.
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The NAVigatorVettaFi's Islam on the highs and lows of applying rules to CEF investingRoxanna Islam, Head of Sector and Industry Research at VettaFi, discusses the benefits and flaws of applying rules-based investing to closed-end funds. She notes that changes in the industry have forced changes on a rules-guided index of closed-end funds created by VettaFi, and how that is impacting the holdings and asset allocation of the fund-of-funds that some investors are using instead of building their own portfolio of individual closed-end strategies.2024-06-2109 minBehind the TickerTodd Rosenbluth - VettaFi / Exchange ETFIn this conversation, Brad interviews Todd Rosenbluth, an industry veteran and current member of VettaFi. They discuss Todd's background, VettaFi's business, and the upcoming Exchange conference. Todd shares his insights on the future of the ETF industry and offers advice for new ETF issuers. The conversation highlights the collaborative nature of the ETF community and emphasizes the importance of ongoing engagement and communication. Todd provides information on where to learn more about VettaFi and access his research.Takeaways· VettaFi is an ETF services company that aims to educate financial advisors and provide them with content, webc...2024-01-2631 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Todd Rosenbluth on Debut of Spot Bitcoin ETFsTodd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at VettaFi, offers perspective on the launch of spot bitcoin ETFs and highlights the latest VettaFi polling data on advisor crypto usage.
2024-01-1629 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Todd Rosenbluth on Debut of Spot Bitcoin ETFsTodd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at VettaFi, offers perspective on the launch of spot bitcoin ETFs and highlights the latest VettaFi polling data on advisor crypto usage.2024-01-1629 min
ETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF (SCZ)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF (SCZ) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-11-2210 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Global X SuperDividend® ETF (SDIV)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Global X SuperDividend® ETF (SDIV)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-11-1609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-11-0910 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: BondBloxx USD High Yield Bond Sector Rotation ETF (HYSA)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the BondBloxx USD High Yield Bond Sector Rotation ETF (HYSA) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-11-0210 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: RiverFront Strategic Income Fund (RIGS) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the RiverFront Strategic Income Fund (RIGS)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” -1Disclose: "RiverFront has an agreement with Vetta Fi whereby Vetta Fi is paid by RiverFront to promote RiverFront and RiverFront sub-advised ETFs to a Financial Adviser Only Audience."2Disclose: Opinions expressed are current as of the date shown and are subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future results and diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against loss. All investments ca...2023-10-3012 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the ETF of the Week: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-10-2609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-10-1909 minThe NAVigatorVettaFi's Islam on the struggles/potential of ETFs buying closed-end fundsRoxanna Islam, head of sector and industry research at VettaFi, says that cautious retail investors have been looking for safety and yield and that while closed-end funds have traditionally filled that bill, investors in ETFs that buy closed-end funds have been avoiding a lot of the struggles by turning elsewhere to invest. She believes that could be changing, however, as investors recognize the bargains that closed-end funds represent, particularly in ETFs of CEFs, where investors get diversification at a reasonable price. 2023-10-1309 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF (DBMF) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF (DBMF) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-10-0510 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Tom Hendrickson and Jane Edmonson Talk Thematic InvestingTom Hendrickson, President of VettaFi, and Jane Edmonson, Head of Thematic Strategy at VettaFi, discuss the firm’s recent acquisition of EQM Indexes and offer several predictions on the future of thematic investing.
2023-10-0318 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Tom Hendrickson and Jane Edmonson Talk Thematic InvestingTom Hendrickson, President of VettaFi, and Jane Edmonson, Head of Thematic Strategy at VettaFi, discuss the firm’s recent acquisition of EQM Indexes and offer several predictions on the future of thematic investing.2023-10-0318 min
ETF Central PodcastEpisode 13: Jon Fee, the Chief Marketing Officer at VettaFi, shares the best practices for asset managers looking to develop content, increase investor engagement, and deploy an undeniable ETF brandIn this episode, Douglas Yones, Head of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, is joined by Jon Fee, the Chief Marketing Officer at VettaFI, as he shares the latest on VettaFi’s capabilities alongside proven best practices for asset managers looking to develop content, increase investor engagement, and deploy an undeniable ETF brand. Douglas and Jon discuss: · The landscape of ETF sales support · Current trends in content development · Best practices for building an ETF franchise2023-10-0245 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF (MUSQ)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF (MUSQ) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-09-2809 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: ALPS O'Shares US Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (OUSM) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the ALPS O'Shares US Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (OUSM) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-09-2108 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-09-1408 min
ETF PrimeVettaFi’s Lara Crigger on Spot Ether ETF Filings, Bond ETFs, Thematics, & More
VettaFi’s Lara Crigger goes around the world of ETFs, covering recent spot Ethereum ETF filings, short duration bond ETFs, Nasdaq 100 ETF flows, Amplify ETFs’ purchase of ETFMG’s ETF lineup, and the recipe for thematic ETF success. Franklin Templeton’s David Mann discusses the firm’s approach to passive, smart beta, and actively managed ETFs.
2023-09-1247 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity ETF (DXJ) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity ETF (DXJ) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-09-0710 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Industrial Select Sector SPDR® ETF (XLI)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Industrial Select Sector SPDR® ETF (XLI)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-08-3108 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Amplify Online Retail ETF (IBUY)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Amplify Online Retail ETF (IBUY)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-08-2411 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Sprott Uranium Miners ETF (URNM) VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Sprott Uranium Miners ETF (URNM)on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-08-1708 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: BTD Capital ETF (DIP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the BTD Capital ETF (DIP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-08-1009 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: WisdomTree US SmallCap Earnings Fund (EES)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the WisdomTree US SmallCap Earnings Fund (EES) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-08-0310 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-07-2708 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR® Fund (XLY)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR® Fund (XLY) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-07-2009 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: ALPS Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the ALPS Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-07-1310 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: NEOS S&P 500 High Income ETF (SPYI)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the NEOS S&P 500 High Income ETF (SPYI) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-07-0609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows 100 ETF (CALF)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows 100 ETF (CALF) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-06-2909 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: PIMCO Multisector Bond Active ETF (PYLD)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the PIMCO Multisector Bond Active ETF (PYLD) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-06-2209 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-06-1509 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-06-0813 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Direxion NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Shares (QQQE)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Direxion NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Shares (QQQE) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-06-0109 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Goldman Sachs Hedge Industry VIP ETF (GVIP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Goldman Sachs Hedge Industry VIP ETF (GVIP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-05-2509 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call ETF (RYLD)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call ETF (RYLD) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-05-1811 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Teucrium AiLA Long-Short Agriculture Strategy ETF (OAIA)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Teucrium AiLA Long-Short Agriculture Strategy ETF (OAIA) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-05-1109 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-05-0408 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Main BuyWrite ETF (BUYW)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Main BuyWrite ETF (BUYW) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-04-2710 minThe NAVigatorVettaFi's Islam: ETFs give closed-end investors easy, ready-made portfoliosRoxanna Islam, associate director of research at VettaFi, says that exchange-traded funds that invest in closed-end funds give investors diversified portfolios -- and all the benefits of investing deeply in the closed-end space -- in a one-stop shopping wrapper. Islam says that investors worry about high fees in ETFs of closed-end funds, noting that CEFs tend to have higher expense ratios on their own, and the added layer of costs for the ETF sponsor can feel heavy, but she notes that fund sponsors recognize the issue and tend to keep the additional costs low. Meanwhile, ETFs covering nearly all s...2023-04-2112 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares U.S. Broker-Dealers & Securities Exchanges ETF (IAI)VettaFi's vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares U.S. Broker-Dealers & Securities Exchanges ETF (IAI) on this week's "ETF of the Week" podcast with Chuck Jaffe of "Money Life."
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-04-2009 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-04-1309 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: ERShares Entrepreneurs ETF (ENTR)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the ERShares Entrepreneurs ETF (ENTR) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-04-0609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-3011 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-2310 min
ETF of the WeekETF of the Week BONUS: Todd Rosenbluth on Fixed Income and International Equity ETFsVettaFi’s Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed fixed income and international equity on this bonus “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-1717 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-1610 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Franklin FTSE Mexico ETF (FLMX)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Franklin FTSE Mexico ETF (FLMX) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-0909 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: abrdn Physical Precious Metals Basket Shares ETF (GLTR)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed abrdn Physical Precious Metals Basket Shares ETF (GLTR) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-03-0209 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: NightShares 500 1x/1.5x ETF (NSPL)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed NightShares 500 1x/1.5x ETF (NSPL) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-02-2312 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Tom Hendrickson Spotlights Crypto SurveyTom Hendrickson, President of VettaFi, discusses the latest Bitwise/VettaFi Benchmark Survey of Financial Advisor Attitudes Toward Crypto Assets.
2023-02-2121 minETF PrimeVettaFi’s Tom Hendrickson Spotlights Crypto SurveyTom Hendrickson, President of VettaFi, discusses the latest Bitwise/VettaFi Benchmark Survey of Financial Advisor Attitudes Toward Crypto Assets.2023-02-2121 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Vanguard FTSE All World ex-US Small-Cap ETF (VSS)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Vanguard FTSE All World ex-US Small-Cap ETF (VSS) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-02-1609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Vanguard Small Cap Growth ETF (VBK)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Vanguard Small Cap Growth ETF (VBK) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-02-0909 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-02-0209 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPRD S%P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-01-2610 min
Advisor Success SeriesKicking off our 2023 season discussing investment industry trends with VettaFiWe are pleased to kick off our 2023 season of the Advisor Success Series Podcast with Dave Nadig and Todd Rosenbluth from VettaFi. Both Dave and Todd are veterans of the fund industry and share their perspectives on prevailing industry trends such as ETF adoption, active versus passive management, and how advisors are shifting their practices to an ever-changing landscape.2023-01-2644 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-01-1909 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPI)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPI) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-01-1210 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2023-01-0509 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares MSCI Turkey ETF (TUR)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares MSCI Turkey ETF (TUR) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-12-2911 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Pacer Trend Pilot US Large Cap ETF (PTLC)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Pacer Trend Pilot US Large Cap ETF (PTLC) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-12-2210 minThe NAVigatorVettaFi's Morris: For investors playing defense, midstream companies make senseStacey Morris, head of energy research at VettaFi -- part of the team involved in the Alerian Energy Infrastructure Index suite -- says that energy markets are likely to remain tight and keep dealing with inflation in 2023, both of which can be tailwinds to energy companies and especially midstream companies, but she notes that the midstream/pipeline companies have cash-flow stability that makes them the more-defensive options in the energy space, and particularly attractive in a recessionary environment.2022-12-1609 minETF of the WeekNuveen Global Net Zero Transition ETF (NTZG)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Nuveen Global Net Zero Transition ETF (NTZG) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” NTZG is an actively managed, global equity exchange-traded fund that seeks favorable long-term total return mainly through capital appreciation.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-12-1509 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-12-0810 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares Europe ETF (IEV)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares Europe ETF (IEV) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-12-0111 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (DIVO)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (DIVO) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” DIVO seeks investment results that correspond generally to an existing strategy called the Enhanced Dividend Income Portfolio (EDIP). The strategy is managed by DIVO’s sub-adviser, Capital Wealth Planning (CWP).
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midy...2022-11-2309 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF (ITB)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF (ITB) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-11-1710 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR S&P Kensho Clean Power ETF (CNRG) and SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP)“ETF of the Week” became “ETFs of the Week” as VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR S&P Kensho Clean Power ETF (CNRG) and the SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) for a rare double header for this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-11-1010 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: JPMorgan Ultra-Short Income ETF (JPST)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the JPMorgan Ultra-Short Income ETF (JPST) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-11-0311 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: FCF US Quality ETF (TTAC)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the FCF US Quality ETF (TTAC) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-10-2709 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Harbor Corporate Culture ETF (HAPI)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Harbor Corporate Culture ETF (HAPI) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life."
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-10-2010 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: WisdomTree Dynamic Currency Hedged International Equity Fund (DDWM)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the WisdomTree Dynamic Currency Hedged International Equity Fund (DDWM) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-10-1309 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-10-0609 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (BIL)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (BIL) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-09-2908 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares US Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (IEO)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares US Oil &Gas Exploration & Production ETF (IEO) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-09-2210 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-09-1507 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF (NLR)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the VanEck Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF (NLR) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-09-0809 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares Russell 200 Growth ETF (IWO)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares Russell 200 Growth ETF (IWO) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-09-0108 minETF of the WeekSPDR Portfolio SP 500 Growth ETF (SPYG)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the SPDR Portfolio S&P500 Growth ETF (SPYG) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” Growth stocks have rallied recently while value has lagged since mid-June. Advisors are increasingly expressing optimism in the space as well: Bank of America reported that its the first time since August 2020 that fund managers are anticipating growth to outperform value, with 88% expecting inflation in the U.S. will decline in the next 12 months. These perspectives have caused a rotation away from more defensive positions and back to s...2022-08-2509 minThe NAVigatorVettaFi's Islam talks the benefits of an index of closed-end fundsRoxanna Islam, associate director of research at VettaFi -- which developed the the S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index and other benchmarks for the closed-end fund space -- discusses the construction of indexes of closed-end funds and the benefits to using them over individual issues, as well as how passive investing in the space has held up against active management during the rough start to the year. 2022-08-1910 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Global X U.S. Preferred ETF (PFFD)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Global X U.S. Preferred ETF (PFFD) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.”
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-08-1909 min
The Sherman ShowTSS Episode 122: VettaFi’s Todd Rosenbluth Discusses the $7 Trillion ETF MarketTodd Rosenbluth, head of research at VettaFi, an ETF data and analytics company, joins The Sherman Show on Aug. 11, 2022. The talk with hosts Jeffrey Sherman and Samuel Lau begins (1:13) with Mr. Rosenbluth discussing his career that progressively ... Read More2022-08-1858 min
The Sherman Show™TSS Episode 122: VettaFi’s Todd Rosenbluth Discusses the $7 Trillion ETF MarketTodd Rosenbluth, head of research at VettaFi, an ETF data and analytics company, joins The Sherman Show on Aug. 9, 2022. The talk with hosts Jeffrey Sherman and Samuel Lau begins (1:13) with Mr. Rosenbluth discussing his career that progressively saw him advance from client adviser to equities analyst to mutual fund and exchange-traded fund analyst to director of ETF research. Mr. Rosenbluth describes (3:08) the regrouping of ETF Trends, ETF Database, $14 billion of assets in index strategies and other business lines under the newly branded name VettaFi.
Turning to the state of the ETF world (6:53), Mr. Rosenbluth notes the U.S. market totals $7...2022-08-1858 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck CLO ETF (CLOI)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the VanEck CLO ETF (CLOI) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” Collateralized Loan Obligations are a different kind of investment for a different kind of time, and we are in a different kind of time.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now here: https://www.etftrends.com/webcasts/midyear-market-outlook-symposium-2025/?partnerref=trends_nav2022-08-1109 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend ETF (GCOW)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend ETF (GCOW) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” A strategy driven exchange traded fund that attempts to provide a continuous stream of income and capital appreciation over time by screening for companies with a high free cash flow yield and a high dividend yield.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through recent market action and explore opportunities in asset classes, styles, factors, and themes going forward. Register now h...2022-08-0408 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: FlexShares US Quality Low Volatility Index Fund (QLV)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the FlexShares US Quality Low Volatility Index Fund (QLV) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” Low volatility ETF strategies can allow for diversification opportunities across core allocations and have been one of the best performing factors during market contractions. Allocating to a quality, low-vol strategy could provide diversification for a traditional 60/40 portfolio while reducing standard deviation. QLV invests in U.S. companies that display stability, financial strength, as well as quality characteristics while seeking to provide lower absolute volatility.
Join...2022-07-2810 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” The first half of 2022 proved painful for bonds in particular but with recession risk now top of mind for many advisors and investors, the dual benefit of recession hedge and cheaper price could make TLT an attractive fund. Bonds have traditionally been a safe haven asset in times of recession and in the last week there has been nearly $800 million of net inflows into TLT. With interest rate r...2022-07-2109 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: XTrackers SP 500 ESG ETF (SNPE)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the XTrackers S&P 500 ESG ETF (SNPE) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” SNPE provides exposure to the S&P 500 but through an environmental, social, and governance lens. The S&P 500 ESG Index that the fund seeks to track utilizes ESG factors and criteria for inclusion while excluding companies that don't have sufficient UN Global Compact scores or else participate in certain industries such as tobacco, controversial weapons, and thermal coal. ESG is going to be a growing part of the investi...2022-07-1410 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: KFA Mount Lucas Index Strategy ETF (KMLM)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed theKFA Mount Lucas Index Strategy ETF (KMLM) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” Alternatives have become an attractive option for many advisors and investors in an environment where both bonds and equities are challenged. Managed futures funds have offered returns during the prolonged period of market volatility and have become a popular option within alts. KFA Funds, a KraneShares company, invests in futures contracts within commodities, currencies, and global fixed income. KMLM offer possible hedges for equity, bond, and commo...2022-07-0710 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF (DBMF)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF (DBMF) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” The challenges that portfolios are facing this year in both equities and bonds have given rise to a growing interest in alternatives, and the uncorrelated benefits that managed futures can offer portfolios has caused an influx of interest and flows in the first half of the year. Managed futures can provide both diversification opportunities as well as the potential for "crisis alpha" in their ability to seek out t...2022-06-3010 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: VanEck ChiNext ETF (CNXT)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the VanEck ChiNext ETF (CNXT) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” While the U.S. engages in a policy of fiscal tightening, China is easing, with the Shanghai Composite and CSI 300 both in a two-month rally that has resulted in a gain of 13%. While mainland markets have had challenges this year, the recovery and supportive fiscal policies have equated to outperformance compared to other emerging and developed markets. CNXT tracks the ChiNext Index which is comprised of the 100 largest and most liqu...2022-06-2309 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Pacer Industrials and Logistics ETF (SHPP)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Pacer Industrials and Logistics ETF (SHPP) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, supply chains have experienced a supply and demand mismatch that has only been further exacerbated by the war in Ukraine and lockdowns in major port cities in China. SHPP seeks to offer exposure to the companies that support and allow global supply chains to function. The fund has exposure to a broad swathe of supply chain related companies, from railways to do...2022-06-1608 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: abrdn Bloomberg Industrial Metals Strategy K-1 Free ETF (BCIM)VettaFi’s vice chairman Tom Lydon discussed the abrdn Bloomberg Industrial Metals Strategy K-1 Free ETF (BCIM) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” BCIM offers investors a targeted way to capture exposure to the the growing demand in raw materials globally by investing in futures contracts of aluminum, copper, nickel, and zinc. The energy transition will continue to drive demand for industrial metals as almost all renewable energy option utilizes these metals. Supply side issues created due to the war in Ukraine and shortage of Russian met...2022-06-0208 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Neuberger Berman Disrupters ETF (NBDS)VettaFi’s Vice Chairman Tom Lydon discussed the Neuberger Bergman Disrupters ETF (NBDS) on this week’s “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” NBDS is part of an active suite of ETFs launched by Neuberger Berman and containts a high conviction, all-cap portoflio of companies that are either disrupting existing markets or are creating their own new ones. The fund seeks to maximize returns through its concentrated, low-turnover portfolio of companies that it believes are on the leading edge of innovation across multiple themes.
Join us for our Midyear Mar...2022-05-2610 minETF of the WeekETF of the Week: Merk Stagflation ETF (STGF)Vettafi’s Vice Chairman Tom Lydon discusses the Merk Stagflation ETF (STGF) on this week’s ETF of the Week podcast with Chuck Jaffe of the MoneyLife Show. STGF offers investors a way to benefit in an environment of stagflation where there is persistent, high inflation coupled with slow economic growth. The fund includes a dynamic basket of inflation hedges and invests in gold, oil, real estate and TIPS, all through other ETFs, as well as dynamically rebalancing its allocations.
Join us for our Midyear Market Outlook Symposium, where we’ll talk through r...2022-05-1909 min