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.
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Finding Superstar Players
Fund 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.
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Should Investors Allocate to Cryptocurrencies Like Bitcoin and Ethereum?
Fred 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 MoreInfrastructure Advances in a High-Inflation Environment
2022 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 MoreGold – Hedge or Not?
In 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 MoreStrong Dollar Grounds Gold Despite Soaring Inflation
Joe 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 MoreLicence to Yield
As 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 MoreHow Bitcoin Mining Works
Mining 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 MoreDemand for Gold Grows as Investors Seek a Safe Haven
Investors 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 MoreBonds Are Not Forever
With 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 MoreThe Quality Wizard of Oz
Buying ‘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 MoreResources Revolution
The 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 MoreInvesting through the Seasons
Four identifiable stages make up the economic cycle: expansion, slowdown, contraction and recovery. Cameron McCormack from VanEck looks at each in an investment context.
Read MoreAustralian Resource Companies Well Positioned in 2022
Geopolitical turmoil and demand from China are tailwinds for Australian resource companies, pushing commodity prices higher. VanEck’s Cameron McCormack with more.
Read MorePalladium and Platinum Rally on Russia
As 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 Bull(ion)
Gold 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 MoreThe FANGs: A screaming bargain?
As 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 MoreInflation and Ukraine Crisis Support Gold
Having 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 MoreIt’s Not Always About Star Power
The 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 MoreTime for Dividend Stocks to Shine?
Global 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 MoreMegatrends Continue Supporting Semiconductors
Threatened 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 MoreFAANGs Remain the Engine Room of the Nasdaq-100
Despite 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.
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The Outlook for Robotics in 2022
Some 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 MoreGreed and Fear
Emerging markets investing has always been risky. And yet, as VanEck Investments explains here, avoiding them means missing potential opportunities and diversification benefits.
Read MoreThe Top 5 Future Mobility Stocks for 2022
Global 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 MoreWhat Has Happened to Biotech?
After coronavirus vaccines made biotech the standout performer in 2020, the sector has faced a major reckoning this year, leaving many investors wondering why.
Read MoreWhat is Blockchain? Bitcoin? Ethereum?
We think the recent rise to prominence of cryptocurrencies requires a little bit of background information. Luckily, ETF Securities is here to help.
Read MoreBeyond Dividends: How to boost your equity income
The 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 MoreGold at the Hilton
The 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 MoreTop 5 Crypto Innovator Stocks
Most 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.
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The Top 5 of Emerging Markets
Investors 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 MoreIs Your ETF Diversified Enough?
Diversification 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 MoreDividend Stocks Beyond Australian Blue Chips
2020 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.
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Five Fintech and Blockchain Companies to Know About
A 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 MoreEarnings Lift
In his weekly Bites column, David Bassanese from BetaShares gives us a rundown of what’s happening in markets, both local and global.
Read MoreThe Great Value Rotation
The ‘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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