5 Reasons Why Low-Volatility ETFs Matter Now

Low-volatility ETFs are gaining appeal as tariffs, Hormuz tensions, AI worries and oil-led inflation fears shake markets. Here are five reasons why.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 21, 2026

Worried About Overvaluation? Seek Safety in Low-Volatility ETFs

Overvaluation fears, geopolitical tensions and rising stagflation risks are driving investors toward low-volatility and value-focused ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 3, 2026

Low Volatility ETF (FDLO) Touches a New 52-Week High

FDLO hits a new 52-week high as investors favor low-volatility stocks amid inflation and geopolitical risks.

Zacks Investment Research • May 19, 2026

Is the Factor Leadership Rotation Finally Here?

While momentum, growth, and high-beta strategies have served as the engines driving quarter-to-date returns for factor ETFs, a subtle shift under the hood suggests a potential factor rotation may be underway. Notably, the same sectors that have propelled the broad market higher this quarter encountered a sharp reversal over the past two trading sessions.

ETF Trends • May 19, 2026

FDLO: A Short-Term Harbor, Yet Beware Of Long-Term Underperformance

Fidelity Low Volatility Factor ETF is a passively managed ETF currently offering exposure to 126 common stocks with a weighted average 24-month beta of 0.78. FDLO is beating IVV in 2026 amid the capital rotation yet lagging low volatility-focused vehicles like SPLV and LGLV. The issue is that FDLO has more in common with IVV than with SPLV, including exposure to the trillion-dollar league.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 21, 2026

FDLO: Leading The Low-Volatility Category, But Lagging The Benchmark

The Fidelity Low Volatility Factor ETF targets large U.S. stocks with low price and earnings volatility, aiming for market-like returns with reduced risk. FDLO has lagged the Russell 1000 in both total and risk-adjusted returns since inception, particularly over the past year. Despite lagging the benchmark, FDLO has outperformed most low-volatility ETF peers since 2018.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 14, 2025

Temper Q4 Market Movements With a Low Volatility ETF

The fourth quarter of 2025 may bring high hopes of a year-end rally to end the year. However, ongoing market uncertainty could make it a bumpy ride to the finish.

ETF Trends • Nov 13, 2025

FDVV & FDLO: 2 Fidelity ETFs to Buy For Passive Income Lovers

Earning passive income is a way of life, and you can build life-changing wealth over time with carefully selected exchange traded funds (ETFs).

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 2, 2025

FDLO: Low Volatility And A Strong Tracking Record

FDLO offers balanced sector exposure, emphasizing mega and large caps, especially in technology, for growth while maintaining low volatility compared to peers. The fund's sector-neutral approach and selective stock picking drive strong profitability and historical earnings growth, justifying its premium valuation among low-volatility ETFs. FDLO outperforms most low-volatility peers on returns and risk-adjusted metrics, though it lags the broader market; its volatility remains among the lowest in its category.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 23, 2025

2 Fidelity ETFs to Buy in May to Generate Big Passive Income In Retirement

Dividend stock investing is a cornerstone for retirees seeking reliable passive income, offering steady cash flow to supplement Social Security or pensions.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 30, 2025