Inflation Risks Rise Amid Prolonged War: ETFs to Watch Now

War-driven oil shock is reigniting inflation fears and reviving stagflation risks. Here's how ETFs can help defend portfolios.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 30, 2026

From Coke to GM: Decode the Q1 Earnings Wave Through ETFs

While the markets are generally fixated on what the Magnificent Seven is doing in terms of first-quarter earnings, there are other names investors may want to track. This morning's earnings bonanza was highlighted by names like Coca-Cola (KO), BP p.lc.

ETF Trends • Apr 28, 2026

Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK)?

The iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (IYK) was launched on June 12, 2000, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Consumer Staples - Broad segment of the equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 17, 2026

IYK vs. XLP: How These Consumer Staples ETFs Compare on Risk, Returns, and Fees

IYK charges a higher expense ratio than XLP, while both offer roughly the same dividend yield. IYK holds more stocks and adds modest exposure to healthcare and basic materials, while XLP sticks strictly to consumer staples.

The Motley Fool • Apr 2, 2026

VDC vs. IYK: Vanguard's Structural Advantage and IYK's Defensive Twist

VDC charges a much lower expense ratio but IYK offers a slightly higher dividend yield VDC holds more stocks and sticks tightly to consumer staples, while IYK mixes in healthcare and basic materials Recent returns and five-year growth favor VDC, though IYK has a marginally smaller max drawdown

The Motley Fool • Apr 3, 2026

Consumer Sentiment Weakens: ETFs That Are Worth a Look

Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions are squeezing household finances and weakening consumer sentiment, steering investors toward defensive ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 1, 2026

Which Is the Better Consumer Staples ETF: Fidelity's FSTA or iShares' IYK?

FSTA charges a much lower expense ratio but offers a slightly smaller dividend yield than IYK. FSTA delivered stronger 1-year and 5-year total returns, though it experienced a marginally deeper drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Mar 27, 2026

Invesco (RSPS) vs. iShares (IYK): Which Consumer Staples ETF Is Better for Investors?

IYK has delivered a 4.1% return over the past year, while RSPS has delivered a 1.5% return. RSPS focuses exclusively on consumer staples, while IYK holds a broader mix, including consumer staples, healthcare, and basic materials.

The Motley Fool • Mar 26, 2026

Consumer Staples Stocks: IYK Offers Broader Holdings While PBJ Focuses on Food

IYK charges a lower expense ratio and offers a higher dividend yield compared to PBJ PBJ has slightly outperformed IYK over the past year and five-year periods. IYK holds more stocks with greater diversification, while PBJ leans more heavily into food and beverage companies

The Motley Fool • Mar 26, 2026

Stagflation Scare? ETFs May Help Protect Your Portfolio

Are stagflation risks returning as oil-driven inflation rises amid Middle East tensions? Here's how ETFs can help defend portfolios.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 24, 2026