2026 Stock Market Crash Coming? 3 Best ETFs to Protect You Now

History shows that midterm election years aren't always great years for the S&P 500.

24/7 Wall Street • 10 hours ago

China Banks to Pare U.S. Treasuries? ETFs to Play

China's reported move to curb U.S. Treasury exposure lifts yields and raises fiscal concerns. Here are ETF strategies investors can consider now.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 10, 2026

3 Must-Buy ETFs if You Want to De-Risk Your Portfolio Ahead of a Recession

The broader market is sending a clear signal as speculative assets like cryptocurrencies have taken a dive.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 9, 2026

Low Volatility ETFs to Watch Amid Major Tech Sell-Off Over AI Panic

USMV and other low-volatility ETFs gain appeal as an AI-driven tech rout wipes $1T, spikes VIX, and fuels rotation into staples and value sectors.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 6, 2026

Should iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF (USMV) Be on Your Investing Radar?

The iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF (USMV) was launched on October 18, 2011, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 16, 2026

The Best ETF to Hold During Market Uncertainty

In challenging markets, it's best to have some exposure to investments designed to curb portfolio risk. On the equity side, many choose a low volatility ETF for this purpose.

The Motley Fool • Jan 8, 2026

ETF Diet Leans Defensive — Less Froth, More Safety As Jobless Rate Hits 2021 High

The latest jobs report has put the ETF market into a dilemma. With the unemployment rate rising to 4.4%, the highest level since October 2021, and December rate-cut odds shrinking to 28%, trimming risk and loading up on steadier, low-beta staples may prove to be a prudent move.

Benzinga • Nov 21, 2025

USMV: Performing As Expected

iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF (USMV) delivered a 30% total return since November 2023, underperforming the S&P 500 but outperforming similar low-volatility funds. USMV's sector tilts and top holdings maintain a defensive profile which should help reduce realized volatility compared to the broader market. The case for defensive equity market exposure has strengthened due to higher market valuations and concentration in broad market indexes.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 11, 2025

AI Bubble Burst or Correction? Here's How to Prepare With Low-Volatility ETFs

With all the AI bubble headlines out there, it's easy to conclude that the great bull run will end in tears and perhaps irrecoverable losses for those who've chased the hottest AI names in the market.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 3, 2025

High-Beta Stocks Take The Lead For Equity Risk Factors In 2025

The Invesco S&P 500 High Beta ETF (SPHB) is up a sizzling 27.3% year to date. SPHB targets the stocks in the S&P 500 with the highest sensitivity to market movements, or beta, over the past 12 months.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 16, 2025