Which Route During a Tech Rout? Two Low Volatility ETFs

With the Nasdaq 100 down about 3% the past week, the technology sector has certainly seen better days. The current sell-off isn't just relegated to the heaviest hitters in the U.S., but also globally.

ETF Trends • 13 hours ago

SPLV: Low Volatility Alone Isn't Optimal For Defensive Investors

SPLV tracks the S&P 500 Low Volatility Index, selecting 100 securities with the lowest realized volatility over the last year. Reconstitutions are quarterly, and the ETF has $6.93B in assets. One standout feature is that SPLV is one of five ETFs not to post a calendar-year loss more than 5% in the last decade. However, SPLV is also the worst-performing of five. This article looks at its typical sector mix and current growth, value, and quality features to understand why.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 21, 2026

The Inflation Impact: 3 ETF Approaches for Managing Risk

It certainly seems like the threat of inflation won't be going away any time soon.  On Wednesday, June 10, the CPI numbers for May came out, showing that the index rose 0.5% for the month.

ETF Trends • Jun 11, 2026

ETFs That May Provide Investors Protection From Market Risks

Geopolitical tensions and tech weakness are fueling volatility in U.S. markets. Explore ETFs for portfolio stability.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 10, 2026

Why U.S. And International Dividend Strategies Are Working Again

Despite continued concentration in mega-cap technology stocks, US dividend-focused strategies have generally remained competitive and historically experienced more shallow drawdowns than broader equity markets. Last year, US companies paid a record US$704.8 billion in dividends - the 15th consecutive annual record. Concurrently, dividend growth accelerated across several international markets, highlighting the continued strength of shareholder-return trends.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 7, 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

Cheniere Awards EPC Contract to Bechtel for Sabine Pass Expansion

CQP advances its Sabine Pass Expansion Project by signing an EPC contract with Bechtel, targeting Phase 1 LNG production capacity of more than 6 MPTA.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 1, 2026

U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Hopes Tested Again: ETFs Worth Holding

U.S.-Iran peace optimism fades as tensions resurface. Here are some ETFs to protect and position portfolios.

Zacks Investment Research • May 26, 2026

3 ETFs Built for the Slower Summer Trading Season

Trading volumes tend to decline in the summer as people take vacations and get out of the office. History shows that the summer months often feature below-average returns and downside risk catalysts.

The Motley Fool • May 24, 2026

3 Ways to Play the S&P 500 Based on Your Risk Tolerance

At first glance, the dynamic between the macroeconomic environment and the ETF market can feel like a tale of two conflicting stories. After all, the recent CPI and PPI reports seem to indicate that inflation won't be going away any time soon, while the ETF market continues to see dynamic inflows.

ETF Trends • May 18, 2026