BlackRock launches U.S. equity ETFs with covered-call strategies as option-based funds surge
BlackRock is rolling out two new exchange-traded funds that use option strategies, a hot area of the ETF market in the U.S.
Other symbols: BALIIVVIVVMIWMJEPIJEPQ
4 days ago - Market Watch
Popular QQQ ETF is losing steam this month — even as growth stocks outperform in 2024
Hello! This week's ETF Wrap digs into the performance of the technology-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series I, as investors eye the mixed performance of Big Tech stocks so far in 2024.
4 days ago - Market Watch
Dream ETF portfolio: MOAT, IBIT, SCHD, COWZ and QQQ
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are some of the best assets to invest in, especially for long-term investors. These funds offer diversification, often at a low cost.
Other symbols: COWZIBITSCHDMOAT
5 days ago - Invezz
Pair VFLO & QQQ to Create an All-Weather Portfolio
Encouraging investors to maintain a diversified portfolio is challenging when one asset class has outperformed the others in recent years. Many investors are hesitant to allocate to value, as many val...
Other symbols: VFLO
6 days ago - ETF Trends
Tech Dividend Credibility on the Rise
For decades, the tech sector wasn't viewed as a prime source of equity income. But that's changed for the better in recent years, and that positive evolution is ongoing.
Other symbols: QQQM
6 days ago - ETF Trends
Happy 25th QQQ
On Sunday, the Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQ) turned 25 years old. The more than $250 billion ETF is the fifth largest ETF behind three S&P 500 ETFs and one even broader U.S. equity ETF.
Other symbols: QQQEQQQM
8 days ago - ETF Trends
Q1 Earnings Could Be Strong for These ETFs' Holdings
Market participants have only recently finished digesting marquee fourth-quarter earnings reports. But there is than a month left in Q1.
Other symbols: QQQM
11 days ago - ETF Trends
These tech stocks are dragging the Invesco QQQ ETF in 2024
The Invesco QQQ ETF continued its strong comeback this week as it jumped to its highest point on record. It has jumped by over 8.7% in 2024 and by 50% in the past 12 months, adding trillions of value.
Other symbols: PDDWBD
11 days ago - Invezz
The S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq Since Their 2000 Highs
The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average (Dow), and Nasdaq Composite are all stock market indexes used to measure the performance of various aspects of the U.S. stock market.
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11 days ago - ETF Trends
Consumer Stocks Could Boost QQQ, QQQM
The Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) is often viewed as the territory of high-octane technology and communication services stocks. While that's true, investors should also consider the benchmark's exposure to c...
Other symbols: QQQM
12 days ago - ETF Trends
Some Less Heralded Stocks Could Drive QQQ Gains
The Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) is often viewed as “tech territory.” It's home to — and at substantial weights — Microsoft (MSFT), Nvidia (NVDA), Apple (AAPL), and Alphabet (GOOG), among others.
Other symbols: QQQM
15 days ago - ETF Trends
Magnificent Seven Stocks Can Still Generate Upside
After a stellar 2023, the magnificent seven are mixed through the first two months of 2024. Nvidia (NVDA) is on a breathtaking pace higher while Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is up 10%.
Other symbols: QQQM
17 days ago - ETF Trends
Final Trades: Google, Wabtec, Flex LNG and QQQ
Today's ‘Halftime Report' Investment Committee, Jenny Harrington, Kari Firestone, Joe Terranova and Steve Weissgive their top picks to watch for the second half.
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19 days ago - CNBC Television
Tech Sector Outlook Still Sturdy
The Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) is higher by 6.7% year to date. That confirms tech stocks remain in strong form.
Other symbols: QQQM
21 days ago - ETF Trends
Will Growth Stocks Fall Victim To Seasonal Weakness? Breaking Down Four Potential Scenarios For QQQ - NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA)
We've highlighted all the warning signs as this bull market phase has seemed to be nearing an exhaustion point.We shared bearish market tells, including the dreaded Hindenburg Omen and how leading gr...
Other symbols: NVDA
21 days ago - Benzinga
9 Tech ETFs to Buy Now
The best technology ETFs provide exposure to wide swaths of innovators, or targeted groups of tech stocks harnessing rising trends.
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21 days ago - Kiplinger
AI Adopters Could Drive Next Phase of AI Equity Upside
After the close of U.S. markets Wednesday, Nvidia (NVDA) told analysts and investors that its fourth-quarter sales surged a jaw-dropping 265%. That was helped in large part by demand for artificial in...
Other symbols: QQQM
26 days ago - ETF Trends
Don't Be Afraid to Buy at the Highs
The conventional wisdom of equity investing is “buy low, sell high.” For many investors, it's often easier said than done.
Other symbols: QQQM
4 weeks ago - ETF Trends
More AI Enthusiasm Awaits for These ETFs
It's an understatement to say investor — both professional and retail — enthusiasm for AI is palpable. The emergence of generative AI as a compelling, viable investment theme is a big reason the Nasda...
Other symbols: QQQM
4 weeks ago - ETF Trends
Survey Says Pro Investors Love Tech Stocks
The tech sector accounts for 30% of the S&P 500's weight. That's more than the second- and third-largest sectors combined.
Other symbols: QQQM
4 weeks ago - ETF Trends
The Magnificent Seven (Plus or Minus a Few)
I hear about the Magnificent Seven several times a day — seven companies and eight stocks that have dominated headlines for the past few months. The Magnificent Seven comprises Apple (AAPL), Microsoft...
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4 weeks ago - ETF Trends
Markets test AI hype
CNBC's Deirdre Bosa joins 'Power Lunch' to report on investors riding on the wave of AI hype.
4 weeks ago - CNBC Television
The QQQ Fund, Now a $250 Billion Behemoth, Turns 25
Tech investors still face some of the same market dynamics—and fundamental questions.
4 weeks ago - WSJ
Yes, Declining Interest Rates Could Help These ETFs
There is some conventional wisdom as it pertains to how interest rates affect stocks. For example, the real estate and utilities sectors are viewed as negatively correlated to 10-year Treasury yields.
Other symbols: QQQM
4 weeks ago - ETF Trends
Magnificent Seven Can Do the Heavy Lifting
This year is barely more than a month old but with a broad swath of S&P 500 member firms having already delivered fourth-quarter earnings reports, at least one thing is apparent: The magnificent seven...
Other symbols: QQQM
6 weeks ago - ETF Trends