SPDW Over VEA: A Comparative Analysis Of Developed Market ETFs

SPDR Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF and Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF both earn buy ratings for global diversification and value. SPDW offers marginally superior risk-adjusted performance and lower volatility due to its optimized sampling, excluding micro-caps and focusing on core developed nations. Both ETFs provide lower P/E ratios than US markets, strong exposure to Japan's corporate reforms, and sectoral positioning in industrials and tech hardware.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 5, 2025

ETF Edge on signals of a new market cycle and top ideas for 2026

Although many ETF investors believe the Fed's December rate meeting is the final hurdle to clear in 2025, there are increasing signs that a new market cycle is already underway. Astoria Portfolio Advisors founder, CEO and CIO John Davi and LionShares CEO Sofia Massie sit down with CNBC's Contessa Brewer on “ETF Edge” to discuss the best way to position a portfolio as we near the end of the year, the set-up for 2026, key trends to watch for, and why it's important to look beyond the Mag 7.

CNBC Television • Nov 25, 2025

A New Low-Cost Short-Term ETF to Consider

Known to many for supporting ETF institutional investors that favor liquidity, State Street Investment Management has increasingly grown its ETF business by focusing on advisors and retail investors. With the launch today of a new low-cost ultra-short bond ETF, the firm has further supported that community.

ETF Trends • Oct 8, 2025

SPDW: Global Equities Set For Growth

SPDR® Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF offers low-cost, diversified international equity exposure, tracking the S&P Developed Ex-US BMI Index. SPDW has outperformed broad indices, like the VTI and SPY, over the past year, benefiting from favorable international market dynamics and currency tailwinds. The ETF's broad sector and country diversification, strong liquidity, and minimal expense ratio make SPDW a compelling core holding for global portfolios.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 21, 2025

Global Equity ETFs Draw Rising Investor Interest

Global equity funds saw $10.65B inflows as Fed rate cut bets, a weak dollar and diversification needs drive investors abroad.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 10, 2025

SPDW: International Stocks Boasting A Record 2025 YTD, Reiterate Buy

I maintain a buy rating on SPDW, citing its low valuation, strong momentum, and technical breakout above long-term resistance. SPDW is outperforming the S&P 500 YTD, with attractive Sharpe ratios and a 2.88% yield, boosted by a weak dollar tailwind. The ETF offers broad exposure to developed markets, low expenses, high liquidity, and a favorable risk profile compared to US equities.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 26, 2025

Best ETFs To Cut Risk And Still Pay Off Long Term, Says Advisor

Uncertainty continues to define the investing landscape. Finding the best ETFs highlights the challenge of making money amid so many unknowns.

Investors Business Daily • Jun 6, 2025

Will Nvidia Disrupt International Equity ETF Demand?

It's been a great year for international equity ETF investors. Will it persist after Nvidia Q1 results?

ETF Trends • May 30, 2025

SPDW: International Stocks Shine Amid Dollar Slump

The SPDR Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF invests in non-US stocks, primarily in Japan, the United Kingdom, and Canada. SPDW's portfolio is more attractively valued relative to the S&P 500, partially driven by an overweight position in Financial stocks. The unraveling of the carry trade strategy highlights the appeal of non-US stocks for US investors.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 14, 2025

ETF Prime: Murphy Highlights 5 ETF Categories Benefiting in Market Turmoil

On this week's episode of ETF Prime, host Nate Geraci and VettaFi Investment Strategist Cinthia Murphy explore five ETF categories potentially benefiting from recent market turmoil. Later, Geraci welcomes industry veteran Tom Lydon to discuss the current ETF landscape.

ETF Trends • Mar 18, 2025