This Inflation-Fighting Sector ETF May Surprise You March 2, 2021
In recent weeks, concerns have escalated that real inflation is rising. Typically, investors do not think of sector and industry exchange traded funds as inflation-fighting tools. They may want to reconsider with the
PPA seeks to track the investment results (before fees and expenses) of the SPADE® Defense Index. The fund generally will invest at least 90% of its total assets in the securities that comprise the underlying index, which is composed of common stocks of companies that are engaged principally in the development, manufacture, operation, and support of U.S. defense, military, homeland security, and space operations.
Master limited partnerships (MLPs) are rebounding, providing a spark for the
ALPS Alerian MLP ETF (NYSEArca: AMLP)in the process. With coronavirus cases declining and vaccination rates increasing, the energy sector could retain its recent bullishness.
That ebullience was on display last week, and recent inventories data supports the notion that the economy is rebounding.
From the end of January through February 19, total US petroleum inventories (crude and refined products) have fallen approximately 40 million barrels, or by 3.0%. Crude oil contracts through year-end 2021 are trading above consensus as vaccine optimism and a potentially faster return to a normal global economy led to a quick 17% gain in February.
Not Just Any Fund: An ETF for Investing NOBLity March 2, 2021
Dividend growth is on the mend, but with scars still fresh from last year’s spate of negative dividend action, investors should prioritize quality and reliability. The
NOBL tracks the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index and targets the cream of the crop, only selecting components that have increased their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. Consequently, investors are left with a portfolio of high-quality, sustainable dividend payers.
The ETF remains relevant at a time when some investors may be tempted to stretch for yield, while others dwell on the state of domestic dividends.