ETFs to Bet on as Oracle Slides 10% on Massive AI Spending Plans

Oracle's AI spending plans rattle investors, but strong cloud growth, AI demand and ETF exposure keep the tech giant in focus.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 18, 2026

AI Bubble Or Not, These Dividend ETFs Benefit From The Capex Waterfall

I see persistent debate over whether AI infrastructure spending is a bubble or a sustainable megatrend, with strong arguments on both sides. My current buy list includes three dividend growth ETFs positioned to benefit from AI trends regardless of bubble risk. I believe inflation remains primarily an oil-driven phenomenon, with the Fed facing unexpected pressure to hike rates rather than cut.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 13, 2026

TDIV: Technology Growth With A Focus On Dividend-Paying Companies

First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund ETF offers exposure to high-quality, dividend-paying technology companies with durable cash flows. TDIV has outperformed the S&P 500 since the last coverage, delivering a 57.5% total return and benefiting from AI sector expansion. While the current yield is modest at 1.2%, TDIV's 10-year dividend CAGR of 6.34% supports long-term income growth for patient investors.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 8, 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

A Barbell Approach To Passive Income As Inflation Roars Back To Life

Inflation relentlessly erodes purchasing power, making dividend growth essential for income investors to maintain real income. A barbell strategy—combining moderate-yielding dividend growth stocks/ETFs and 6.5%+ yielding investment grade preferreds—offers both growth and current income. AI-driven capex by large-cap S&P 500 firms is powering economic growth and masking weakness among lower-income consumers.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 6, 2026

Invest In The Top Part Of The K-Shaped Economy

Investing in technology is now essential as tech sector earnings and profit margins surge, driven by AI infrastructure capex and data center buildouts. Despite high growth and profitability, the tech sector trades at only a modest premium to the S&P 500, with a PEG ratio of 0.8x. Dividend-focused ETFs like TDIV and TDVI offer exposure to tech's upside while providing income, making them attractive for income-seeking investors.

Seeking Alpha • May 2, 2026

IBM ETFs: Buy After Beat or Avoid Amid Cautious Outlook?

Shares of International Business Machines IBM dropped about 7% in extended trading on April 22, 2026, even though the company delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter results. The decline came after the hardware, software, and consulting giant maintained its full-year guidance, signaling a cautious stance despite solid Q1 performance.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 23, 2026

Investment Firm Crumly Dumped Shares of TDIV Worth $3.4 Million. Should Investors Avoid the ETF?

Crumly sold 35,046 shares of TDIV; estimated trade value $3.42 million based on quarterly average price. The quarter-end position value fell by $3.73 million, a change reflecting both trades and price movements.

The Motley Fool • Apr 3, 2026

TDIV: Tech's Value Proposition Has Improved With The Sell-Off

First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund (TDIV) remains a compelling buy after a recent 5% pullback amid broader tech sector volatility. TDIV's valuation premium to the S&P 500 has sharply narrowed, making entry points more attractive for long-term investors. The tech sector's forward outlook into 2026 is robust, supporting continued allocation despite near-term market turbulence.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 28, 2026

5 Stocks I'm Buying As Midterm Election Dynamics Backstop The Market

The technology sector (XLK) now trades near a 20x P/E, matching the S&P 500, while offering over 50% higher consensus long-term earnings growth. Recent market selloff, driven by geopolitical and macro concerns, presents a selective buying opportunity, especially in tech and certain high-yield names.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 28, 2026