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Vanguard Total International Stock ETF

VXUS tracks a market-cap-weighted index of global stocks covering 99% of the world's global market capitalization outside the US.

The fund tracks a market cap-weighted index of stocks covering 99% of the global market capitalization outside the US.

iShares MSCI All Country Asia ex Japan ETF

VanEck Vectors Africa Index ETF

Central and Eastern Europe Fund

iShares MSCI Japan ETF

iShares Latin America 40 ETF

iShares MSCI China ETF

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF

Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF

Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF

The election victory has fueled a strong rally in US equities, but Trump's comeback is seen as a new risk factor elsewhere as Washington prepares to pivot to new edition of an “America First” policy. The latest surge in US shares has widened the lead for SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) year to date.

The Trump Factor Takes A Toll On Foreign Stocks

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF

Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF

These ETFs give you exposure to companies from all size categories and abroad.

These 4 Vanguard ETFs Are All You Need for a Well-Rounded Stock Portfolio

The Vanguard Total International Stock Market ETF offers broad exposure to international markets. However, the VXUS ETF's performance has been awful over the last decade. History shows there's not much sense in diversifying outside the US.

VXUS: You May Not Need International Exposure At All

The Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF tracks ex-US equities with a focus on Europe (40.4% of assets), the Pacific (26.3%), and Emerging Markets (25.7%). The VXUS has underperformed the SPY so far in 2024, delivering a ~13% total return. This has resulted in VXUS trading at a ~2% higher earnings yield. GDP growth in Japan, the United Kingdom, and Canada is forecast to accelerate going into 2025, while GDP growth in emerging markets should stabilize at a high rate.

VXUS: Add International Exposure At A Discount To The S&P 500

Avantis International Small Cap Value ETF

Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value ETF

Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF

Angel Oak Income ETF

Capital Group Dividend Value ETF

Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF

iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF

Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF

Janus Detroit Street Trust-Janus Henderson B-BBB CLO ETF

iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF

Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF

Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund

Vanguard Small Cap Value ETF

Vanguard Real Estate ETF

Vanguard Value ETF

Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF

Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund

Undervalued industries, regions, and equity market segments offer investors the potential for strong, market-beating returns. There are ETFs tracking most of these. An overview of the cheapest sectors, and ETFs tracking these, follows.

Most Undervalued Asset Classes, Equity Industries, Segments, And Regions - 2H2024

Orthodox investment practice allocates a third or more of total assets to Ex-US Funds. Compared to U.S.-only investment, this has led to dramatic underperformance lasting over a decade. We examine the reasons why The Vanguard Total International Stock Market ETF has done so poorly by looking closely at its holdings. We also list several persistent qualitative factors that suggest broad market international ETFs will not see their performance improve over the long term.

VXUS: There Are Good Reasons Why It Continues To Underperform The S&P 500

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF focuses on global companies with dividends. Reducing exposure to U.S. stocks and increasing exposure to global stocks could make sense right now. Top holdings include Taiwan Semiconductor, Novo Nordisk, and ASML Holding NV, each representing less than 2% of the portfolio.

VXUS: Why I'm Buying This International Stock ETF With A 3% Yield

Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF

A solid combination of U.S. and international stocks could quickly diversify your portfolio. There are several smart ways to buy ETFs, including dollar-cost-averaging.

Want to Retire Rich? 2 ETFs to Buy Now and Hold Forever

Owning both U.S. and international funds can quickly diversify your assets. Dollar-cost averaging is a great way to reduce risk.

2 Top ETFs to Buy Now That Could Set You Up for Life

JPMorgan BetaBuilders Japan ETF

WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF

WisdomTree India Earnings Fund

Franklin FTSE India ETF

Franklin FTSE Japan ETF

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF

iShares MSCI India ETF

iShares MSCI India Small Cap ETF

April was a relatively quiet month for ETFs across the board. U.S. equity inflows took a breather.

Across the Pond: Global ETF Flows Going Strong

iShares Select Dividend ETF

iShares Russell 2000 ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Have you been watching the stock market rollercoaster lately and wondering where to spend your hard-earned money?

Where to Invest $15,000 Right Now

It's possible to achieve strong long-term returns with a portfolio of simple low-cost index funds. Index funds allow you to match the performance of benchmark indexes, which can let you build wealth without much effort.

If I Had to Construct a Portfolio of Just 5 ETFs, Here's Exactly What I'd Buy Right Now

iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF

Investors question the value of holding international stocks due to currency risk and underperformance against US stocks. This article compares two international equity ETFs, the iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF versus the Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF. While past results slightly favor VXUS over ACWX, I give the Buy rating to ACWX for what I see as greater potential from its more concentrated portfolio compared to VXUS.

Why ACWX Offers More Potential Than VXUS

The Russell 2000 index often outperforms the broader stock market during bull runs. An S&P 500 index fund can serve as a foundational piece in any investor's portfolio.

Want a Well-Rounded Retirement Portfolio? Buy These 4 ETFs Hand Over Fist

VXUS, an ETF focusing on global equity markets outside the US, offers extensive diversification with over 8,500 holdings but has no means to generate alpha. Since 1986, US stocks have outperformed international stocks, with the S&P 500 significantly outperforming VXUS since 2011. However historically, there are nearly as many years international stocks outperform US stocks. Despite short-term fluctuations, maintaining international exposure can reduce portfolio volatility and increase yield over the long term. With the right weighting and international investment vehicle, the diversification investors seek can be properly achieved.

VXUS: Why Buying The International Haystack Does Not Generate Alpha

Invesco QQQ

Vanguard Growth ETF

The Magnificent Seven stocks can be exciting to watch, but not all investors want to (or are comfortable with) buying individual stocks. Six of the seven largest ETFs are Vanguard products, and some have over a trillion dollars in assets under management.

Here Are the "Magnificent Seven" ETFs to Buy in 2024 – Which Is Best for You?

WisdomTree US Quality Dividend Growth Fund

iShares Core High Dividend ETF

Siren DIVCON Leaders Dividend ETF

NETLease Corporate Real Estate ETF

Global X S&P 500 Quality Dividend ETF

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF

First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF

Vanguard Utilities ETF

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

Dividend growth investing allows for versatility in portfolio construction and strategies. Tax considerations, such as the difference between taxable accounts and IRAs, add complexity to investing decisions. I discuss my approach to dividend investing in my Roth IRA and taxable accounts, emphasizing long-term dividend growth in one and maximizing current and future income in the other.

How I Construct My Dividend Growth-Focused Roth IRA Portfolio

SPDR Gold Trust

iShares Core S&P 500 ETF

SPDR S&P Dividend ETF

SPDR Portfolio Total Stock Market ETF

Investing in ETFs can be a strategic way to build a diversified portfolio that stands the test of time. The five ETFs highlighted here offer a mix of exposure to the U.S. and international stock markets, gold, real and dividend-paying stocks.

5 ETFs to Love Forever

Vanguard Total World Stock ETF

World stocks that hold US shares are up 1.6% year to date while foreign equities ex-US are down 1.5% in 2024. The Japanese stock market was a strong competitor vis-à-vis US shares last year too.

American Stocks Continue To Lead Global Equities Ex-U.S. In 2024

Vanguard Total International Stock ETF is a good fund to own for investors seeking exposure outside of the United States. VXUS had a positive performance in 2023, delivering a total return of 15.6%.

VXUS: Improving Outlook In 2024

Apollo Senior Floating Rate Fund

Avantis US Large Cap Value ETF

Invesco Senior Loan ETF

Undervalued industries, regions, and equity market segments offer investors the potential for strong, market-beating returns. There are ETFs tracking most of these. An overview of these follows.

Most Undervalued Asset Classes, Equity Industries, Segments, And Regions - 2024

A recent study found that investing strategies focused entirely on stocks outperformed traditional options like a 60-40 split with bonds. The study's authors concluded that bonds add almost no value.

Should You Buy Stocks, Bonds, or Both? Statistically Speaking, This Is the Best Investment Strategy

The dollar's strength over the past year has led to underperformance of the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF, but the tide may be turning as US inflation decreases. The VXUS ETF provides exposure to a mix of emerging and developed market stocks, with a focus on financials and a minimal expense ratio. A weaker dollar has historically been associated with VXUS outperformance, and the ETF's valuation discount compared to the S&P 500 is at its largest on record.

VXUS: Major Dollar Top Good News For International Stocks

Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF

The S&P 500 is the U.S. stock market's primary benchmark. A small-cap ETF can help lessen some of the risks of investing in small-cap stocks.

Want a Well-Rounded Retirement Portfolio? These 4 ETFs Can Get the Job Done

Jack Bogle is often given as an example of a legendary investor whose disdain for exchange-traded funds was just as legendary. However, many overlook some important nuances, namely that he was not against all ETFs; just some of them and how they were used.

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