January Trends: What Advisor Data Reveals for 2026

The start of 2026 has brought no shortage of challenges for advisors, ranging from shifting rate expectations to valuation concerns in a top-heavy market. Nonetheless, ETFs gathered an impressive $165 billion of new money in January, more than the previous three Januaries combined, according to State Street Investment Management.

ETF Trends • Feb 4, 2026

2026 Federal Reserve Outlook May Call for Portfolio Protection

Each new year tends to prompt discussion about potential shifts in the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate‑cutting cycle. Given the current macroeconomic picture, and what may be expected looking ahead, 2026's rate regime may be an interesting one.

ETF Trends • Jan 5, 2026

Tariff Turmoil Calls for a Hedged Equity Approach

Headlines about new tariff announcements from the U.S. government are not exactly an uncommon occurrence nowadays. However, that does not make the risk they pose to the market any less real.

ETF Trends • Nov 12, 2025

A Smart Shield Against Market Volatility

Volatility that has seeped through the U.S. economy all year is showing no signs of abating any time soon. The labor market continues to report underwhelming results, fueling concerns of an economic slowdown.

ETF Trends • Oct 8, 2025

VIDEO: ETF of the Week: CPSL

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discusses the Calamos Laddered S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF (CPSL) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discusses several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF.

ETF Trends • Oct 7, 2025

ETF of the Week: Calamos Laddered S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF (CPSL)

VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Calamos Laddered S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF (CPSL) on this week's “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and analysis visit VettaFi | ETFDB.

ETF Trends • Oct 2, 2025

Stagflation Warning Signs: Consider an Equity Solution With Built-In Protection

What may seem to be unrelated snapshots of the state of the U.S. economy might be parts of a larger, more troubling picture. Analysts, advisors, and investors alike have been monitoring recent economic reports, trying to discern whether the U.S. economy is slowing or entering an inflationary period.

ETF Trends • Sep 24, 2025

CPSL Offers Full Access to Calamos Monthly S&P 500 ETFs

In June 2025, Calamos Investments completed its collection of monthly S&P 500 Structured Protection ETFs with the release of the Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF – June (CPSU). This fund looks to provide a blend of equity upside and risk mitigation across its 12-month outcome period.

ETF Trends • Jul 28, 2025

Nick Wodeshick from The Alternatives Channel Announces Publication Titled - CPSL: The ETF Seeking 100% Downside Protection in All Seasons

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 10, 2025) - Nick Wodeshick is excited to announce the publication of this recent article "CPSL: The ETF Seeking 100% Downside Protection in All Seasons" on the VettaFi Alternatives Channel. This article explores how the Calamos Laddered S&P 500® Structured Alt Protection ETF (CPSL) may offer investors the potential for both upside participation and 100% downside protection in an uncertain market environment.

Newsfile Corp • Jun 10, 2025

CPSL: The ETF Seeking 100% Downside Protection in All Seasons

As 2025 nears its halfway mark, the U.S. economic outlook is still unclear. Financial Advisors recently received mixed news when the Republican House majority passed a bill that contains notable tax cuts for both businesses and individuals, although it's still being debated by the Senate (at the time of writing).

ETF Trends • Jun 4, 2025