ETF Spotlight

ETF Spotlight

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  • Top Themes for 2026: AI, Defense, and Infrastructure

    BlackRock's Jay Jacobs discusses thematic investing ideas for 2026.

    (1:00) - Investing Into The Next Growth Cycle For AI (4:05) - What Are The Current Risks When Investing Into AI Right Now? (7:15) - What Should Investors Expect From The Current Volatility When Investing Into Cryptocurrencies? (10:05) - Themes To Watch When Looking To Diversify Your Portfolio In 2026 (17:45) - Episode Roundup: ARTY, BAI, POWR, ITA, IBIT

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    21 min
  • Can the Aerospace and Defense Rally Continue in 2026?

    We discuss the outlook for the sector following a strong rally.

    (1:00) - European Defense Industry: How Are NATO Alliances Funded? (10:10) - Middle East Dynamic: What Should Investors Expect? (13:45) - Navigating The Current Defense Industry: Where Should You Look To Invest? (21:20) - Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF: GCAD (25:00) - Episode Roundup: GCAD, ITA, XAR, EUAD, SHLD [email protected]

    28 min
  • Smart Investing: How to Avoid Mistakes & Build Lasting Wealth

    LTCM co-founder Victor Haghani discusses a better approach to long-term investing.

    (1:10) - Lessons from the Collapse of Long-Term Capital Management

    (8:45) - The Missing Billionaires: A Guide To Better Financial Decisions

    (16:00) - Investing Games To Use And Learn'

    (29:50) - Should Investors Continue To Invest Into International Markets?

    (34:35) - Episode Roundup: ELM, VTI, SCHB, VWO Podcast@Zacks.com
    37 min
  • How to Position Your ETF Portfolio for 2026

    We discuss the market outlook and how investors should position their portfolios.

    (1:15) - Overall Market Outlook For 2026 (5:00) - How Should Investors Navigate The AI Industry Right Now? (9:20) - Fixed Income Investing: Will Bonds Continue To Perform Well Through 2026? (13:10) - Portfolio Positioning For 2026: What Areas Should Investors Be Watching? (15:20) - Breaking Down The Current State of The ETF Industry: The Guide To ETFs (19:30) - Episode Roundup: JTEK, QQQ, QQQM, JBND, JPIE, JMUB, JIRE, VXUS [email protected]

    24 min
  • The Biggest ETF Stories of 2025 and the 2026 Outlook

    Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas breaks down ETFs' record-breaking 2025 and what lies ahead.

    (1:10) - Breaking Down The Most Recent ETF Flows (5:40) - Is The ETF Industry Beginning To Have Too Many Strategies Available? (10:30) - What Were The Best New ETFs of 2025? (14:00) - Has There Been More Foreign Investor Interest In U.S. Asset ETFs? (19:05) - How Diversified Should Investors Really Be Outside The Magnificent 7? (25:50) - Should Investors Consider Buying Private Asset ETFs? (29:45) - ETF Outlook For 2026: ETFs To Consider For Your Watchlist (36:20) - Episode Roundup: BINC, OTGL, BUFB, VOO, XOVR [email protected]

    41 min
  • Positioning for 2026: Market Outlook and ETF Strategies

    We discuss the best investing strategies for 2026.

    (1:10) - Will The Stock Market Continue To Rally In 2026? (4:55) - What Risks Should Investors Be Aware of Going Forward? (8:05) - Are We Currently In An AI Bubble? (11:00) - Will The 2025 Top Market Performers Continue Through 2026? (15:20) - What Themes And Investing Strategies Should Investors Be Watching? (19:40) - Breaking Down Current ETF Flows (22:30) - Episode Roundup: XLC, SPYG, XLU, UTES, SPEM, IEMG, GLDM, IAUM [email protected]

    27 min
  • Top Thematic Investing Opportunities for 2026

    We discuss the thematic outlook for 2026 and the key themes investors should keep on their radar.

    (1:00) - What Impact Will Artificial General Intelligence Have On Tech Going Forward? (6:20) - Why Have Data Centers And Power Restricted AI Expansion? (10:10) - Who Stands To Benefit The Most As The AI Ecosystem Evolves? (13:30) - Are We In An AI Bubble? (16:45) - Top Investment Themes To Keep On Your Radar In 2026 (19:30) - Global X Defense Tech ETF: SHLD (21:25) - How Should Investors Gain Exposure To The AI Infrastructure And Data Centers? (26:30) - Episode Roundup: AIQ, PAVE, ZAP, CHPX, SMH, SOXX [email protected]

    29 min
  • Buffett Loves Japan. Should You?

    From political change to corporate reform, Japan's market is heating up. Here's what investors need to know.

    (0:50) - What Should Investors Know About Japan's New Prime Minister And Their Policies (6:25) - What Is Currently Driving Japan's Equity Rally? (13:00) - ETFs Investors Should Consider When Looking For Exposure In Japan (16:40) - What Other interests Should Investors Be Aware of When Investing In Japan (19:25) - Episode Roundup: DXJ, OPPJ, EWJ, FLJP, FLJH [email protected]

    22 min
  • Quality Over Hype: Investing Wisely for the Long Term

    Nancy Tengler shares her market outlook and favorite stocks.

    (1:00) - Breaking Down The Most Recent Earnings Results From Technology Stocks

    (5:00) - Should Investors Be Concerned With The Recent Shorting In AI Stocks?

    (9:40) - Is The Stock Market Due For A Correction?

    (12:10) - What Companies Stand To Benefit From The Current Consumer Spending Trends?

    (15:20) - Should You Consider Adding Bank Stocks To Your Portfolio Right Now?

    (17:30) - Laffer Tengler Equity Income ETF: TGLR

    (20:15) - The Women's Guide To Successful Investing

    (23:05) - Episode Roundup: NVDA, MSFT, GOOGL, ORCL, WMT, AXP, JPM, GS

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    25 min

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