Nick Wodeshick

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VIDEO: ETF of the Week: HFGM

2 days ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi’s Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the Unlimited HFGM Global Macro ETF (HFGM) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF overall. Chuck Jaffe: One fund, on point for today. The expert to talk about it. This is the ETF of the Week.
WisdomTree’s Kevin Flanagan on How to Navigate Fixed Income

6 days ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

Uncertainty in U.S. equities is pushing many advisors and investors to increase their fixed income allocations. However, which fixed income strategies offer the most attractive risk/reward profile? During VettaFi’s recent Income Investment Strategy Symposium, VettaFi Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth hosted a panel on this very topic.
CBOA Makes Low-Risk Bitcoin Exposure Possible

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

At this point, many advisors may have accepted that investing in bitcoin comes with significant price volatility. During any given point during the week, bitcoin’s price could easily swing upwards or downwards, based on asset performance, macro conditions, or even a combination of both. Due to this price volatility, the price of bitcoin can greatly vary between the start and the end of the week. As such, risk-adverse advisors might find crypto exposure to be a bit of a hard sell.
VistaShares Unveils New Equity Option Income ETF

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

On Tuesday, VistaShares expanded its ETF selection with the launch of the VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF (QUSA). QUSA’s objective is to offer income with a secondary goal of generating capital appreciation. The actively managed fund has a net expense ratio of 95 basis points. QUSA employs a two-pronged approach to execute on its investment objectives. First, the fund invests in a portfolio of U.S. equity securities.
With Bitcoin Back in Favor, Opt to Manage Risk With CBTA

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

Are concerns over bitcoin facing a price downturn in 2025 finally starting to abate? Following months of turbulent performance, the price of the digital currency seemed to be on the mend as April ended. The cryptocurrency has already started May on a high note, jumping nearly 30% compared to lows in early April. With bitcoin’s price moving back to the green, conversations are restarting regarding whether the cryptocurrency will reach new highs in May.
Outpacing Option Income ETFs With CANQ’s Bond Selection

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

Given the turbulent track record of the U.S. market this year, many advisors are turning to ETFs that blend income with equity exposure. The reasoning behind this shift is fairly straightforward. Should equity market returns sputter out this year, these ETFs could still fortify a portfolio with regular income. Inversely, if equity markets perform well this year, this kind of strategy can offer simultaneous capital appreciation and portfolio yield.
VIDEO: ETF of the Week: PYLD

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi’s Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the PIMCO Multisector Bond Active ETF (PYLD) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF overall. Chuck Jaffe: One fund, on point for today. The expert to talk about it. Welcome to the ETF of the Week.
Astoria Lists New Active Core Fixed Income ETF

1 week ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

On Thursday, Astoria Portfolio Advisors expanded its ETF selection with the launch of the Astoria Dynamic Core US Fixed Income ETF (AGGA). AGGA is an actively managed fund that looks to generate current income to its investors. The fund is actively managed and has a net expense ratio of 56 basis points.
Shrinking U.S. GDP Makes Case for International Value ETFs

2 weeks ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

When it comes to the battered U.S. economy, troubling news seems to just keep coming in. Looking to international funds isn’t a shocking response. On Wednesday, the Commerce Department reported that the U.S. GDP dropped -0.3% in the first quarter of the year. These numbers are especially damning, considering that GDP had grown 2.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. Even worse, this report marks the first time that the U.S. GDP has shrunk since 2022.
Matt Kaufman Talks Rise of Bitcoin & Crypto Outlook at Exchange

2 weeks ago | etftrends.com | Nick Wodeshick

As part of VettaFi’s 2025 Exchange conference, a wide variety of panels were held to cover the most pressing financial topics. The state of play for the crypto industry was one such topic. Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, held a panel to discuss how crypto ETFs have fared thus far, and what advisors should be aware of in the long-term. One of the members of this panel was Matt Kaufman, SVP and head of ETFs at Calamos Investments.