Putting Clothes on the Emperor

In times of rising market volatility, VanEck’s Arian Neiron explains how passive index-related funds might be an option for those who want to take some of the uncertainty out of investing.
Read MoreIn times of rising market volatility, VanEck’s Arian Neiron explains how passive index-related funds might be an option for those who want to take some of the uncertainty out of investing.
Read MoreFund managers that are able to demonstrate expertise and idiosyncratic outperformance have shone in 2022, while many others have been slow to adapt to a new regime.
Read MoreFred Pye, CEO and Chairman of digital asset manager 3iQ, discusses the future of cryptocurrencies and the launch of two crypto ETFs in Australia based on Ethereum and Bitcoin.
Read More2022 has not been the best year for equity investors thus far, with rising rates leading to company valuation re-rating, compounded by the uncertainty of debt serviceability.
Read MoreIn response to investor interest in how best to access gold and gold miners, Cameron McCormack explains why VanEck believes an unhedged exposure is the best way to do so.
Read MoreJoe Foster from VanEck takes us on an in-depth look at the gold market in light of the myriad current economic and geopolitical factors at play.
Read MoreAs bond prices fall, yields rise. But, with ‘yield’ quoted in many ways, what are investors actually getting? VanEck’s Russel Chesler helps untangle this unusually tricky topic.
Read MoreMining is one of the most complex components of bitcoin, but it is arguably the most important. ETF Securities provides a thorough rundown of what’s involved in the process.
Read MoreInvestors are witnessing a decoupling of the relationship between gold’s fair value and US real yields, as concerns over the Ukraine and inflation promote its safe haven status.
Read MoreWith a view that interest rates will continue to rise in developed markets, bonds face headwinds. Where in the world do bond investors go? The developed world is not enough.
Read MoreBuying ‘quality’ companies seems an intuitively straightforward path to investment success. However, as VanEck’s Cameron McCormack writes, this is often easier said than done.
Read MoreThe sharp rebound in raw materials prices sparked inflationary pressures and the Ukraine/Russia conflict has provided a solid floor for global resources and commodities to rally.
Read MoreFour identifiable stages make up the economic cycle: expansion, slowdown, contraction and recovery. Cameron McCormack from VanEck looks at each in an investment context.
Read MoreGeopolitical turmoil and demand from China are tailwinds for Australian resource companies, pushing commodity prices higher. VanEck’s Cameron McCormack with more.
Read MoreAs Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, ETF Securities looks as what might happen in commodities markets such as palladium and platinum, where Russia is a crucial player.
Read MoreGold mining stocks, along with the gold price, have been rising recently as inflation and political instability weigh investors’ considerations. VanEck looks at whether or not this can continue.
Read MoreAs investors fear the good times are over for the FANGMANT, those willing to take a risk may consider buying the dip. ETF Securities explains why.
Read MoreHaving been challenged by surging stock markets, higher rates and even crypto over the past couple of years, Kanish Chugh from ETF Securities suggests things could be looking up for gold.
Read MoreThe difficulty for investors when looking for an active fund is determining if a fund is managed by a deep bench of stars that are skilful, not lucky. VanEck’s Arian Neiron explains why.
Read MoreGlobal equities have started 2022 with a very different backdrop compared to the previous few years, as the magnitude and speed of interest rate hikes is digested by markets.
Read MoreThreatened with higher discount rates as inflation rises, investors are wondering if they should reposition their portfolios this year. ETF Securities looks at semiconductors in this context.
Read MoreDespite a bit of a stumble so far this year, the big-tech stocks known as the FAANGs continue to dominate the broader US indices. ETF Securities breaks down the reasons why.
Read MoreSome investors have begun to question whether thematic ETFs still have a place in portfolios. ETF Securities explains why it believes products like their ROBO are still key strategic holdings.
Read MoreEmerging markets investing has always been risky. And yet, as VanEck Investments explains here, avoiding them means missing potential opportunities and diversification benefits.
Read MoreGlobal transport is changing at breakneck speed, rushing to meet the demands of global warming. ETF Securities looks at the top five stocks powering the future of mobility.
Read MoreAfter coronavirus vaccines made biotech the standout performer in 2020, the sector has faced a major reckoning this year, leaving many investors wondering why.
Read MoreWe think the recent rise to prominence of cryptocurrencies requires a little bit of background information. Luckily, ETF Securities is here to help.
Read MoreThe hunt for yield in the investment world is intense, with dividend yields on global stock markets falling materially since early last year, and bond yields close to record lows.
Read MoreThe Blackstone buyout of Hilton is one of the most famous in history, as well as a case study in the long-term nature of private equity and the potential rewards for those with the risk tolerance and the patience.
Read MoreMost investors tend to think of cryptos as buying bitcoins directly. However, there are many fintech companies that help provide crypto products, services and innovation. Here are ETF Securities’ top five.
Read MoreInvestors generally understand the importance emerging markets (EM) have had on our global economy, but this in not reflected in portfolios. Here are the top five reasons investors should consider EM.
Read MoreDiversification still matters for exchange traded funds (ETFs), even though they have it built in through holding multiple stocks. However, there is more to ETF diversification than meets the eye.
Read More2020 was a difficult year for yield chasing investors as dividends for large cap stocks fell 60% on average. Smaller-cap stocks, however, as VanEck’s Cameron McCormack reports, fared better.
Read MoreA fintech is just a business that helps bring better technology to financial services, making banking, insurance, and wealth management cheaper and more efficient. But what are some fintech companies?
Read MoreIn his weekly Bites column, David Bassanese from BetaShares gives us a rundown of what’s happening in markets, both local and global.
Read MoreThe ‘value trade’ continues to do well as inflation concerns, whether you think it is transitory or real, point to rate rises and tapering of quantitative easing. VanEck’s Arian Neiron explains why.
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