DTE Energy

Canadian Pacific Railway

Cornerstone Building Brands Inc

Verizon

Enbridge

Waste Connections

Comcast

AT&T

NextEra Energy

Union Pacific

FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund

NFRA tracks a market-cap-weighted index of global infrastructure companies from developed and emerging markets.

Alerian MLP ETF

First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF

Amplify Cybersecurity ETF

iShares U.S. Energy ETF

iShares U.S. Technology ETF

Invesco KBW Bank ETF

SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF

VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF

Vanguard Financials ETF

Vanguard Information Technology ETF

Vanguard Utilities ETF

Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund

Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund

Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund

Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund

Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund

Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund

The S&P 500 Index has returned nearly 81% since the last presidential election, with a wide disparity between sector performance. The S&P 500's gains since Nov. 3, 2020 reflect an annual return of nearly 16%, an impressive figure.

Breaking Down S&P 500 Returns by Sector Since 2020 Election

Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF

ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF

Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF

Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF

First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund

AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF

AdvisorShares MSOS 2x Daily ETF

Roundhill Cannabis ETF

JPMorgan Sustainable Infrastructure ETF

iShares Emerging Markets Infrastructure ETF

SPDR S&P Global Infrastructure ETF

AGF Global Infrastructure ETF

iShares US Infrastructure ETF

Invesco AI and Next Gen Software ETF

Legg Mason Global Infrastructure ETF

iShares Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Multisector ETF

Subversive Cannabis ETF

Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF

Amplify US Alternative Harvest ETF

First Trust Alerian US NextGen

Vaneck Green Infrastructure ETF

First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence & Robotics ETF

Robo Global Artificial Intelligence ETF

Cambria Cannabis ETF

ProShares DJ Brookfield Global Infrastructure ETF

Themes Generative Artificial Intelligence ETF

Wisdomtree Artificial Intelligence And Innovation Fund

AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF 

ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF

Bitwise Bitcoin ETP Trust

2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF

Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund

Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin Etf

WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund

Franklin Bitcoin ETF

Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund

VanEck Bitcoin Trust

iShares Bitcoin Trust

As the first quarter comes to a close, clearly, there have been some thematic winners in terms of flows and investment performance. Artificial Intelligence AI-themed ETFs remain among the top recipients of investor flows this year.

ETF Themes That Dominated in Q1 2023

Brookfield Infrastructure

Clearway Energy

Now is the perfect time to generate passive income from clean energy. Global infrastructure spending is set for long-term growth.

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iShares Environmental Infrastructure And Industrials ETF

iShares Global Infrastructure ETF

KraneShares MSCI One Belt One Road Index ETF

SPDR S&P Kensho Intelligent Structures ETF

Global X Data Center REITs & Digital Infrastructure ETF

Why the infrastructure sector has shown resiliency even during times of market volatility. The case for alternative investments to help diversify your portfolio.

Infrastructure: Diversification Through Alternative Investments

The FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA) has been FlexShares' most popular ETF for the past two months, as measured by monthly net inflows.  The fund accreted $104 million in net inflows last month and saw $100 million in net inflows in June.

Under the Hood of NFRA, FlexShares' Popular Infrastructure ETF

FlexShares Ready Access Variable Income Fund

FlexShares iBoxx 3 Year Target Duration TIPS Index Fund

After U.S. equities posted their worst first-half performance since 1970, they pulled off a stellar comeback in July. During the month, three funds in FlexShares' lineup of ETFs saw notable inflows as investors looked for income in the current environment and protection against intermediate- and long-term inflation.

These 3 FlexShares ETFs Saw Greatest July Flows

FlexShares High Yield Value-Scored Bond Index Fund

Real assets, particularly infrastructure, are highly complementary to high-yield fixed income investments.  One pairing that works well together is the FlexShares High Yield Value-Score Bond Index Fund (HYGV) and the FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA).

Complement Your High Yield Portfolio With Real Assets

The FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA) saw greater inflows in June than any other fund in FlexShares' ETF lineup as investors look for income and portfolio diversification.  Many investors allocate assets to infrastructure to protect against long-term inflation.

Investors Are Buying This ETF to Protect Against Long-Term Inflation

FlexShares Morningstar Global Upstream Natural Resources Index Fund

The top four ETFs in FlexShares' line-up that took in the most new assets in June are funds that offer potential upside in an inflationary environment, including real assets and income-generating funds. The FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA) took the top spot after seeing $100 million in net inflows during the month.

Investors Allocated to These 4 FlexShares ETFs in June

FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund

FlexShares Global Quality Real Estate Index Fund

U.S. equity correlations are at an extreme compared to historical norms, according to S&P Dow Jones Indices. As the U.S. equity benchmark completed its worst first half since 1970 with an 8% monthly decline, correlations between the daily performances of S&P 500 constituents continued to surge upwards, reaching a two-year high of 0.54 over June, S&P Dow Jones Indices reported.

As Equity Correlations Surge Upwards, Diversify With Real Assets

Investors seeking income and portfolio diversification may benefit from infrastructure investments. The FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA) has seen over $97 million in net inflows over a four-week period, more than any other ETF in FlexShares' lineup, according to VettaFi.

NFRA Takes in Nearly $100 Million in Last 4 Weeks

After decades of neglect, the need to ramp up spending on infrastructure has come to the forefront, presenting an attractive investment opportunity. The term infrastructure refers to fundamental facilities and systems that serve a city, an area, or a country.

Add Infrastructure to Your Portfolio With This ETF

Despite the dramatic impact of recent energy price movements on the equity markets, investors should be cautious about making short-term, tactical movements in their portfolios.  Surging oil prices following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in late February sparked broad-based stock sell-offs around the world.

The Case for Diversified Exposure to Energy Markets

To kick off Infrastructure Week, the White House has announced that 4,300 projects with more than $110 billion in funding are underway to fix deteriorating roads, improve the electrical grid, and expand broadband internet. This announcement comes six months after President Joseph Biden signed his $1 trillion infrastructure package.

Invest in Infrastructure With This ETF

Real estate isn't the only asset allocation in town that can give investors real asset exposure to hedge against inflation. Infrastructure is also a niche sector that investors may want to consider during today's economic times.

When Inflation Hits, Get Infrastructure Exposure With This ETF

With rampant global inflation, real assets are the apple of investors' eyes. Tangible asset exposure can come in the form of exchange traded funds (ETFs) with product offerings from FlexShares.

4 ETFs to Outrun Inflation as Real Asset Demand Reaches Fever Pitch

The investment case for infrastructure ETFs and the reasons behind putting money in each of the leading candidates.

3 Best Infrastructure ETFs to Watch in 2022

In 2022, global assets under management for infrastructure investments will reach a record high of $950 billion, according to a report by Boston Consulting Group and EDHECinfra, “Infrastructure Strategy 2022. A Pivot to the Digital Frontier.

Expect Infrastructure Investments to Reach Record High in 2022

FlexShares iBoxx 5 Year Target Duration TIPS Index Fund

Investors can incorporate exposure to certain asset classes to help mitigate the corrosive effects of inflation on a traditional portfolio. Inflation in the U.S. has continued to increase.

How to Inflation-Proof Your Portfolio

Flexshares US Quality Low Volatility Index Fund

Rising inflation and the pandemic are enough to build a wall of worry for investors, but three exchange traded funds (ETFs) from FlexShares can help alleviate the anxiety. To address inflation, investors will want exposure to certain sectors that can stay a step ahead of rising consumer prices.

3 FlexShares ETFs to Counter Inflation and Volatility

The ETF industry took in $800 billion in net inflows, making 2021 a memorable year thus far, and one area that came to the forefront was infrastructure. In 2020, pandemic-fueled equities favored disruptive technology that investors felt would thrive amid social distancing.

ETF Flows Show That Demand for Infrastructure Rose in 2021

This week's infrastructure legislation—and rally in the stocks—is just a start. Analysts say that infrastructure projects will stretch many years in the future.

Infrastructure-Stock Plays Are Here for the Long Term

The House of Representatives passing the trillion-dollar infrastructure plan was bound to tee up investor interest, but a global opportunity is also brewing. “Stocks tied to infrastructure moved higher on Monday morning after the House of Representatives passed a $1 trillion bill over the weekend, giving President Joe Biden one of his signature achievements and [.

Infrastructure Euphoria Can Provide Global Opportunities

After an uphill climb on Capitol Hill, the trillion-dollar infrastructure plan passed through the House of Representatives, paving the way for various ETF opportunities, with the most obvious being for infrastructure-focused funds. “The House passed a more than $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill late Friday, sending it to President Joe Biden's desk in a critical [.

An ETF to Watch After House Passes Infrastructure Bill

While ETFs have given investors access to infrastructure investing, a one-size-fits-all approach may not be ideal. As such, there's a diversified option with the FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index Fund (NFRA).

Get a Diversified Approach to Infrastructure With NFRA

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