3 Market Themes Driving Stocks Right Now: AI, Alt Energy and Commodities

AI, Alternative Energy and Commodity stocks are all leading this market as a confluence of economic developments drive growth and constrain supply.

Zacks Investment Research • May 8, 2026

EPU: Not Quite A Pure-Play Peruvian ETF

The iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF covers 25 stocks, with only 66% of its holdings consisting of Peruvian pure-plays. EPU is heavily weighted toward cyclical sectors, especially materials (52%), and its top two holdings comprise 46% of the portfolio, amplifying concentration risk. EPU suits investors with aggressive risk appetites seeking to profit from a potential commodity supercycle or the growth of trade.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 16, 2026

These Are the Emerging-Market ETFs That the Pros Are Recommending

Funds with ties to the AI boom in emerging markets like South Korea, Taiwan and Peru could make a run-up to rival the Magnificent Seven

WSJ • Apr 10, 2026

EPU: The Metals Play Amid Political Volatility

The iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF offers concentrated exposure to Peru's commodity-driven equity market, dominated by basic materials and financials. EPU benefits from record copper and gold prices, domestic liquidity injections, and easing monetary policy but faces significant political and valuation risks ahead of the 2026 elections. Major mining projects and the Chancay Mega-Port enhance Peru's export competitiveness, yet EPU trades at a P/E of 17.25x, well above its historical average.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 24, 2026

EPU: A Beneficiary Of Peru's Solid GDP Growth And High Commodity Prices

The iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF has posted impressive double-digit gains in 2026, building on strong momentum achieved in 2025.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 23, 2026

EPU: A Mining ETF With A Large-Cap Bank

The iShares MSCI Peru ETF (EPU) has surged 69.1% YTD, earning a Strong Buy Quant Rating and ranking as the top single country ETF for 2025. EPU's outperformance is driven by strong returns from a concentrated set of holdings and sector exposure. The fund's narrow focus presents significant vulnerability and concentration risk for future performance.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 7, 2025

Best International ETFs: Top 5 Countries To Outperform The U.S.

Global market leadership may be shifting again as trade tensions escalate, the U.S. dollar trades at multi-year lows, and gold at all-time highs. This brings back for the second time this year the quest for the best international ETFs. The most recent global outlook from the IMF points to ongoing strengths in emerging markets and developing economies vs. the U.S. and other advanced economies in 2026.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 20, 2025

EPU: Metals' Rally Turns Peru-Exposed Stocks Parabolic

iShares MSCI Peru ETF is up 60% YTD, driven by a metals rally, but currently rated "Hold" due to stretched technicals. EPU benefits from high exposure to mining and materials, with a 3.55% yield and strong momentum, but faces elevated volatility and liquidity issues. Valuation has risen with a P/E of 16x and a less compelling PEG ratio; portfolio is concentrated in materials and financials, notably SCCO and BAP.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 8, 2025

Best And Worst Country ETFs Since Trump 2.0

It has been 225 days since President Trump's Inauguration on January 20th, and the S&P 500 entered today up 8% since the last close before the Inauguration. Speaking of the G7, the US has been the worst market among these seven developed nations since Inauguration Day in January. Along with being the second-best performing country ETF since Inauguration Day, Vietnamhas easily been the best performer since April 8th with a gain of 77.5%.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 2, 2025

EPU: Peru Isn't One Of My Top LatAm Picks Right Now

Latin American equities have outperformed the U.S. market in 2025, and Peru is among those winners year-to-date. Peru's political instability and upcoming elections present significant risks, particularly when compared to other countries in the region. EPU's mining focus benefits from high commodity prices, but the lack of diversification will be a drag if metals prices slide.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 27, 2025