First Fed Rate Hike Since 2023, Upbeat GDP Forecast: ETFs to Gain

The Fed's rate hike and stronger GDP outlook could benefit dollar, small-cap and floating-rate ETFs while supporting cash-like assets.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 17, 2026

Virtus SEIX Senior Loan ETF Q2 2026 Commentary

The J.P. Morgan Leveraged Loan Index generated a return of +1.93% for 2Q26, and a year-to-date (YTD) return of +1.48%. Split B/CCC issuers led quarterly returns at +3.37%, followed by B issuers at +1.93% and BB issuers at +1.75%. The Fund that we sub-advise returned +2.10% at NAV, bettering its benchmark, the S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index, which returned +1.85% in 2Q26.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 19, 2026

Treasury Yields Climb as Middle East Tensions Escalate: ETFs to Gain

Treasury yields surge as U.S.-Iran tensions lift oil prices. These ETFs could help investors navigate a rising-rate environment.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 9, 2026

SEIX: Active Management Alpha Meets A Neutral Macro Environment

Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF offers classic leveraged loan exposure, overweight single-B credits, and has demonstrated consistent outperformance versus BKLN. SEIX maintains low volatility and drawdowns outside of COVID, but currently yields a modest 6.5% SEC yield. Leveraged loan spreads are at long-term averages, offering no clear buy or sell signal; fundamental deterioration is a growing concern.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 29, 2026

Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF Q3 2025 Commentary

The Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF (Fund) returned 2.02% in the third quarter, bettering its benchmark, the S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index, which returned 1.68%. The Fund's top positive contributors by sector were automotive, food/tobacco, and financials. The Fund's top negative contributors by sector were information technology, healthcare, and consumer durables.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 28, 2025

Will the Fed Opt for a Hefty Rate Cut? ETF Strategies to Follow

An upbeat job market and moderately cooling inflation may prevent the Fed from opting for significant rate cuts in the near future.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 11, 2024

Rates to Stay Higher for Longer? ETF Strategies to Play

The Fed's Neel Kashkari believes that it's likely that the Fed will cut interest rates once in 2024, possibly in December.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 17, 2024

SEIX: A Solid Play On Floating Rate Senior Loans

Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF is an actively managed fund that invests in senior-secured, floating-rate leveraged loans, aiming to generate high levels of current income. The SEIX ETF has a well-diversified portfolio with investments spread across over 140 different loans and securities, minimizing credit risk from individual issuers. Compared to similar ETFs, SEIX has consistently delivered better returns with less volatility and has a reasonable expense ratio, making it a compelling choice for investors.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 19, 2024

ETF Strategies to Play Rising Yields

Stocks slumped to start Q2 as an interest rate cut by the Fed may come later than anticipated before. Investors can rely on these ETF strategies to play rising yields.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 3, 2024

SEIX: Senior Loan ETF, Strong 8.9% Yield And Performance Track Record

SEIX is an actively managed senior loan ETF. The fund offers investors a strong 8.9% yield and performance track-record, both better than those of its peers. Although yields will almost certainly drop as the Fed cuts rates, these should remain competitive to those of most bonds, including high-yield bonds.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 31, 2024