How to hedge some big tech gains going into the market uncertainty next week

Given the uncertainty surrounding the election next week and some mixed mega-cap technology earnings this week, I want to book some 2024 chip stock profits. I want to hedge my exposure by owning put options in the high-flying VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) . SMH YTD mountain VanEck Semiconductor ETF, YTD Risk can happen fast. The […]

Here’s how to know if active ETFs are right for your portfolio

Izusek | E+ | Getty Images Exchange-traded funds are generally known for passive strategies. But there has been a surge in actively managed ETFs as investors seek lower costs and more precision, experts say. Active ETFs represented just more than 2% of the U.S. ETF market at the beginning of 2019. But these funds have […]

How to invest for a lower interest rate environment

It could be time to rethink popular portfolio strategies for a lower interest rate environment. The Federal Reserve’s half-percent rate cut on Wednesday marked the first time in more than four years it moved to lower the benchmark interest rate. According to VanEck CEO Jan van Eck, investors should start thinking about how the changing […]

Nvidia isn’t the only way to invest in AI—how to choose an AI ETF

Chipmaking giant Nvidia reported second-quarter financial results after the closing bell on Wednesday, and the numbers were predictably impressive. The firm reported a 122% increase in sales in the quarter ending in July to go along with earnings that eclipsed Wall Street expectations. Shares were down about 6% on Thursday. It’s not often that a […]

How to invest in gold — and is it worth it?

Gold has been coveted for thousands of years, with its beauty, versatility and reputation as a safe haven making it hard to resist. From bars of bullion to mining stocks and ETFs, there’s myriad ways to get involved. But has gold historically been a good investment? CNBC Pro takes a look at the pros and cons […]

How to invest in India, the world’s fastest-growing major economy

India has been dubbed the “perfect” emerging market to invest in, but it can be tricky for those outside the country to gain access. CNBC Pro assesses the case for buying into this booming economy, the risks to consider — and how global investors can get involved. India’s stock market has been making headlines this […]

Big yields can invite risk. How to find the right dividend fund for your portfolio

If you’re searching for a dividend-paying fund to cushion your portfolio with steady income, you’ll have to look beyond hot yields. That’s because those rich yields usually come with a sharp trade-off for investors in the form of additional risk, according to a recent study from Morningstar. “There is a perception that we have that […]

How to bet on a comeback in energy stocks while getting paid to wait

Blue-chip energy names like Exxon Mobil and Chevron have been in a sticky situation lately as WTI Crude oil prices have tumbled since trading nearly $95 in late September, recently tucking under $70 this week. Like the over exaggerated moves in the U.S. Treasury complex as of late, I believe that oil futures and energy […]

Here’s how to use exchange-traded funds in your portfolio, experts say

Morsa Images | Getty Images Whether you’re a new or a seasoned investor, exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, are one option for your portfolio, depending on your goals and risk tolerance, experts say.  ETFs are a wrapper for individual assets such as stocks and bonds, similar to mutual funds. However, many ETFs have better tax efficiency […]