Higher Energy Costs Fuel Stagflation Fears: ETFs to Play

Higher energy costs and slowing growth are fueling stagflation fears. Explore five ETFs that could help investors navigate rising inflation and borrowing costs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 14, 2026

Thermo Fisher, Wells Fargo, Nutrien And More On CNBC's ‘Final Trades'

On CNBC's “Halftime Report Final Trades,” Bryn Talkington, managing partner of Requisite Capital Management, picked Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF (NYSE:INFL).

Benzinga • Sep 10, 2026

Gulf Conflict Revives Stagflation Fears: ETFs to Play

Stagflation fears are back as Gulf tensions pushed oil above $100 last week. These ETFs could help investors navigate rising inflation and slowing growth.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 27, 2026

INFL: A Proven Vehicle For Rising Inflation Risk

Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF targets companies poised to benefit from rising real asset prices, with a focus on energy, financials, and materials. INFL offers value characteristics, global exposure, and a concentrated portfolio, outperforming the S&P 500 since inception and demonstrating resilience during downturns. INFL is well-suited for investors seeking inflation mitigation by reallocating from growth-heavy portfolios, while FCPI and PPI present lower-cost but also lower-liquidity alternatives.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 20, 2026

Stagflation Risks Brewing? ETFs to Play

Rising stagflation fears from the Iran war and oil spike are putting inflation-hedging ETFs back in focus.

Zacks Investment Research • May 19, 2026

This Inflation ETF Is Beating the Market. Here's the Catch.

The Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF has surged this year as oil and commodity prices climbed. But a reversal in energy markets could hit the fund hard.

Barrons • May 12, 2026

INFL: Not The Pure-Play Inflation ETF You Might Think

Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF earns a 'Hold' rating due to elevated valuation and risk profile despite strong momentum. INFL trades at a high 28.6x P/E and a PEG ratio over 2.5x, making its valuation less compelling for a diversification-focused portfolio. The ETF is heavily weighted toward Energy, Materials, and Financials, exposing it to cyclical and inflation-driven volatility.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 24, 2026

Dividend Stocks Worth Betting On For The 2026 Income Supercycle

Value and income equities, exemplified by SCHD, are showing early signs of a market rotation after years of underperformance vs. the S&P 500. REITs currently trade at a significant discount to the S&P 500, improving long-term risk/reward profiles for patient investors. Retail real estate and multifamily housing are highlighted as sectors with substantial tailwinds, supported by supply-demand dynamics and favorable rental value propositions.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 21, 2025

INFL: An Inflation Hedge Via Select Vectors

INFL targets inflation beneficiaries in energy, materials, and financials, aiming for positive real returns in inflationary environments. Performance has been robust since 2021, but the ETF is volatile and vulnerable to recession-driven drawdowns, as seen in April 2025. Key risks include a recession and policy-driven low energy prices, which could reduce the fund's effectiveness as an inflation hedge.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 20, 2025

3 Equity ETFs Designed to Combat Inflation in 2025

As inflation concerns continue to influence market dynamics in 2025 — especially after the most recent CPI print — investors are increasingly seeking equity-based strategies that can provide protection against rising prices. Several new and existing ETFs have emerged, each with distinct approaches to address inflation risk through sector exposure, asset allocation, and portfolio construction.

ETF Trends • Jul 17, 2025