Ben Hernandez

United States

Channel Editor at ETF Database

Channel Editor at VettaFi

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Articles

AI Growth Could Energize This Leveraged ETF

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

The energy sector has yet to fully recover from April’s tariff tantrum. However, the growth of AI could be the catalyst to reenergize sector performance. The S&P 500 Energy Index is still trying to retrace to its pre-April level. And the broader S&P index is back in the green. As mentioned, AI could give the sector a much-needed jump start. Big tech firms are continuously building out their AI platforms as the burgeoning technology becomes more prevalent in business and consumer applications.
As Active Bond ETF Demand Picks Up, Here Are 2 Options

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

One of the prevailing trends in the ETF industry has been the proliferation of active funds. Based on results from Trackinsight’s Global ETF Survey 2025. This has been further highlighted by the rise of active bond funds. That gives fixed income investors a pair of options to consider from Vanguard’s ETF suite. From a global perspective, fixed income ETFs have witnessed exponential growth. Fixed income ETF assets have already exceeded $2.6 trillion.
Industrial Demand Creating Momentum for Silver

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

Silver prices are rebounding strongly after April’s sell-off. The metal is up 20% for the year, continuing to build momentum from greater industrial demand. That isn’t likely to wane anytime soon. While silver can operate as a precious metal, it’s importance as an industrial metal is giving it a strong growth component. Its usage in electrical technology like solar panels makes it crucial in the future as greater reliance on electricity becomes apparent.
Exxon Mobil's Profitability Defies Energy Sector Challenges

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

Call it a slick move by the oil and gas company, but Exxon Mobil is achieving profitability despite a challenging macro environment, especially with falling oil prices. The oil and gas giant outperformed in its latest earnings results. More impressively, CEO Darren Woods praised the company’s ability to churn a profit despite the macroeconomic challenges facing the industry.
As Munis See Increased Issuance, Here's an Active Choice

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

“Show me the munis” has been a common refrain in the fixed income markets as of late. With municipal bond issuance continuing to reach elevated levels, here’s an active option investors need to know about: the Vanguard Core Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VCRM). The fund shines through as a prime option worthy of consideration among the vast alternatives present in the muni market.
Executive Orders Build Momentum for Higher Uranium Prices

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

President Trump’s executive orders on May 23 continue to build momentum for uranium. That’s because investors are more clear on the direction the administration will take in terms of using nuclear power. Heading into 2025, the market wasn’t certain on whether the new presidential administration would adopt the previous administration’s sentiment on nuclear power as a viable alternative energy source. The previous administration under Joe Biden supported the expansion of nuclear energy.
Boeing Stock Continues to Take Flight After April Sell-Off

2 weeks ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

Like the rest of the market, Boeing’s stock suffered from the April tariff tantrum sell-off. But it’s been taking flight ever since. The airline manufacturer is up 19% for the year, garnering a nod of acknowledgement from industry peers. Boeing’s rise seems to defy the challenging macroeconomic environment for the airline industry. As reported by Reuters, the International Air Transport Association is lowering profit expectations due to trade tensions and declining consumer confidence.
An Active Option to Ponder as Bonds Look More Compelling

2 weeks ago | advisorperspectives.com | Ben Hernandez

With tariff news providing constant equity market fluctuations, the case for bonds becomes more compelling. The added uncertainty also punctuates the need for an active management strategy, which one particular Vanguard ETF offers. In any case, it certainly is an interesting time for bonds. Per one expert, it’s an environment for bonds that hasn’t been seen in almost 20 years.
A Small-Cap Summer Could Ignite This Active ETF

2 weeks ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

Small-cap stocks may not be showing signs of June gloom this summer. If that’s the case, investors may want to consider getting the Neuberger Berman Small-Mid Cap ETF (NBSM). Large-caps appear to have shaken off April’s sell-off, as seen in the S&P 500’s performance, which is back in the green. Now, it may be time for small-cap companies to make their move, according to global investment firm Evercore. And that move could come as early as this month.
Tightened Supply Will Benefit This Enhanced Copper ETF

2 weeks ago | etftrends.com | Ben Hernandez

Copper prices continue to exhibit upside. And that is providing investors with opportunities for exposure to the Sprott Copper Miners ETF (COPP). That fund will include the physical metal as part of its holdings. COPP makes for an intriguing play. That’s because it’s the only ETF in the current market that provides pure-play exposure to the element.