In trading on Thursday, the SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF is outperforming other ETFs, up about 2.6% on the day. Components of that ETF showing particular strength include shares of Kosmos Energy, up about 11.1% and shares of CVR Energy, up about 6
In trading on Thursday, the SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF is outperforming other ETFs, up about 2.6% on the day. Components of that ETF showing particular strength include shares of Kosmos Energy, up about 11.1% and shares of CVR Energy, up about 6
FatCamera/E+ via Getty Images VIDI strategy Vident International Equity Strategy ETF ( VIDI ) was launched on 10/29/2013 and tracks the Vident Core International Equity Index™. VIDI has 243 holdings, a 12-month distribution yield of 4.15%, a 30-day SEC yield of 2.52% and an expense ratio of 0.61%. As described in the prospectus by Vident , the underlying index starts by selecting countries based o...
FatCamera/E+ via Getty Images VIDI strategy Vident International Equity Strategy ETF ( VIDI ) was launched on 10/29/2013 and tracks the Vident Core International Equity Index™. VIDI has 243 holdings, a 12-month distribution yield of 4.15%, a 30-day SEC yield of 2.52% and an expense ratio of 0.61%. As described in the prospectus by Vident , the underlying index starts by selecting countries based on investability and reliability criteria such as liquidity, accessibility to foreign investors, transaction efficiency, governance, regulations, legal protection and institutional stability. The number of eligible countries may change over time and is expected to be between 25 and 40. Each country is assigned a Country Principles Score (“CPS”) designed to assess the resilience of its equity market based on economic and regulatory factors. Allocation across countries is calculated by an optimization process aiming to maximize the aggregate CPS. Then, stocks are ranked within each country with a multi-factor score involving Value (50% weight), Quality (30%) and Momentum (20%). Eligible companies must meet capitalization and liquidity requirements, not be primary listed in China, and have a liquid ADR in the U.S. if they are domiciled in Russia or India. Stocks are weighted by an algorithm optimizing factor exposure, with maximum limits of 0.5% in any constituent and 7.5% in any country, while keeping sector allocation close to that of a benchmark. The index is rebalanced semi-annually and the portfolio turnover rate was 70% in the most recent fiscal year. In this article, I will use as a benchmark iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF ( IXUS ), which tracks the MSCI ACWI ex USA IMI Index. Portfolio The fund is geographically diversified, with a focus on Asia (48% of asset value). Country risk is low, none weighting more than 9%. South Korea and Taiwan are leading, with 8.5% and 7.8% of assets, respectively. VIDI top countries (chart: author: data: Vident, iShares) T...
Bloomberg's Mandeep Singh joins Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets." Memory chip stocks extended their losses on Thursday after Alphabet Inc.’s Google publicized research on a new algorithm that could allow more efficient use of the storage needed for artificial intelligence development. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg's Mandeep Singh joins Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets." Memory chip stocks extended their losses on Thursday after Alphabet Inc.’s Google publicized research on a new algorithm that could allow more efficient use of the storage needed for artificial intelligence development. (Source: Bloomberg)
As some landlords introduce bans or restrictions, we want to hear from pub-goers about their experiences and views A growing number of pubs in the UK are restricting or banning children , with some landlords citing safety concerns, changing atmospheres and lost trade. Others argue that pubs should remain welcoming community spaces for people of all ages. We want to hear from pub-goers, both parent...
As some landlords introduce bans or restrictions, we want to hear from pub-goers about their experiences and views A growing number of pubs in the UK are restricting or banning children , with some landlords citing safety concerns, changing atmospheres and lost trade. Others argue that pubs should remain welcoming community spaces for people of all ages. We want to hear from pub-goers, both parents and non-parents, about their experiences and views. Continue reading...
In trading on Thursday, oil & gas exploration & production shares were relative leaders, up on the day by about 3.5%. Leading the group were shares of Battalion Oil, up about 37.7% and shares of Prairie Operating up about 18.2% on the day. Also showing relative strengt
In trading on Thursday, oil & gas exploration & production shares were relative leaders, up on the day by about 3.5%. Leading the group were shares of Battalion Oil, up about 37.7% and shares of Prairie Operating up about 18.2% on the day. Also showing relative strengt
A buzzy fund offering access to pre-IPO AI companies such as Anthropic and OpenAI is trading well above the value of its underlying assets, even with its sharp recent decline.
A buzzy fund offering access to pre-IPO AI companies such as Anthropic and OpenAI is trading well above the value of its underlying assets, even with its sharp recent decline.
In trading on Thursday, precious metals shares were relative laggards, down on the day by about 4.1%. Helping drag down the group were shares of Vista Gold, down about 9.7% and shares of Elemental Royalty off about 8.5% on the day. Also lagging the market Thursday are televisi
In trading on Thursday, precious metals shares were relative laggards, down on the day by about 4.1%. Helping drag down the group were shares of Vista Gold, down about 9.7% and shares of Elemental Royalty off about 8.5% on the day. Also lagging the market Thursday are televisi
Over the last 7 days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has risen by 16% over the past year with expectations of earnings growing annually by a similar rate in the coming years. In this context of steady growth, identifying high growth tech stocks involves looking for companies that demonstrate strong innovation and potential to outperform these promising market conditions.
Over the last 7 days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has risen by 16% over the past year with expectations of earnings growing annually by a similar rate in the coming years. In this context of steady growth, identifying high growth tech stocks involves looking for companies that demonstrate strong innovation and potential to outperform these promising market conditions.
Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSEMKT:VGT) keeps costs low and spreads risk across more tech stocks, while Roundhill Investments Generative AI & Technology ETF (NYSEMKT:CHAT) charges more, pays a higher yield, and focuses on a narrower slice of AI-related companies with an ESG overlay. Both Vanguard Information Technology ETF and Roundhill Investments Generative AI & Technology ETF aim to c...
Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSEMKT:VGT) keeps costs low and spreads risk across more tech stocks, while Roundhill Investments Generative AI & Technology ETF (NYSEMKT:CHAT) charges more, pays a higher yield, and focuses on a narrower slice of AI-related companies with an ESG overlay. Both Vanguard Information Technology ETF and Roundhill Investments Generative AI & Technology ETF aim to capture growth in technology, but their approaches differ sharply: VGT tracks the broad U.S. tech sector using a passive, diversified strategy, while CHAT is actively managed and zeroes in on companies leading the generative artificial intelligence wave, with a global and ESG-aware lens. This comparison unpacks the trade-offs between broad tech exposure and a concentrated AI bet. Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; it is calculated from monthly returns over one year. The one-year return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Continue reading
Chile’s truckers so far seem willing to accept steep increases in fuel prices if the new conservative government that many of them support delivers on its security pledge. “With or without subsidies, we have to keep working,” said Juan Carlos Espada, a 55-year-old truck driver who voted for President José Antonio Kast . “We can’t just say we’re going to stage a protest,” he added, noting he doesn’...
Chile’s truckers so far seem willing to accept steep increases in fuel prices if the new conservative government that many of them support delivers on its security pledge. “With or without subsidies, we have to keep working,” said Juan Carlos Espada, a 55-year-old truck driver who voted for President José Antonio Kast . “We can’t just say we’re going to stage a protest,” he added, noting he doesn’t think that would be fair to the government so soon after taking office. Lawmakers on Wednesday night approved a package of limited relief measures to mitigate the blow of major price hikes. Among the key groups left out of the plan are truckers, whose protests have snarled highways in the past. The Kast administration this week unleashed the full brunt of the oil price shock onto consumers, with few exceptions. Police fired water canons to break up a protest in downtown Santiago around midday on Thursday. Some metro stations were closed because of the disturbances. The fuel hikes of up to 54% mark the biggest increase at the pumps since Chile restored democracy in 1990. Some stations ran out of gasoline and diesel as drivers raced to fill up before the new prices took effect Thursday. Truckers that move most of Chile’s domestic cargo are warning of a wider impact, echoing a central bank report on Wednesday. “We are calling on all our partners nationwide to raise rates,” said José Villagrán, president of the Malleco and Cautín Truck Owners’ Trade Association. “Prices of all products in Chile will go up,” he said. “If freight costs rise, everything rises, and in the end consumers are the ones who are hurt.” Truckers already enjoy a tax credit that fluctuates between 30% and 80% of a “specific tax” on diesel. This benefit is maintained under the new mitigation measures. Industrial diesel users had their tax credit reduced to the same level as the truckers for six months. The truckers “receive special treatment,” former Finance Minister Felipe Larraín said in an interview wit...
(RTTNews) - Uncertainty about the status of U.S.-Iran peace deal, inflation concerns due to the rise in oil prices, and fears of monetary tightening by central banks rendered the mood bearish on European markets on Thursday.
(RTTNews) - Uncertainty about the status of U.S.-Iran peace deal, inflation concerns due to the rise in oil prices, and fears of monetary tightening by central banks rendered the mood bearish on European markets on Thursday.
natatravel/iStock via Getty Images The four precious metals trading on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s COMEX and NYMEX divisions are gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. After reaching highs in late January 2026, prices have declined. While geopolitical turmoil has historically supported the precious metals, a rising U.S. dollar and elevated interest rates can have the opposite effect. The met...
natatravel/iStock via Getty Images The four precious metals trading on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s COMEX and NYMEX divisions are gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. After reaching highs in late January 2026, prices have declined. While geopolitical turmoil has historically supported the precious metals, a rising U.S. dollar and elevated interest rates can have the opposite effect. The metals have focused on the debt markets over the past few weeks and have largely ignored the escalating conflict in the Middle East, which has sent shockwaves through markets across all asset classes. Gold and silver remain in long-term bull markets, dating back to the turn of this century. In 2025, platinum and palladium experienced technical bullish breakouts and remained above critical technical support levels. The Aberdeen Physical Precious Metals Basket Shares ETF ( GLTR ) owns physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium bullion. Buying GLTR during price corrections has been optimal since its inception in 2010 and could offer value at the current price level. However, any investor or trader considering GLTR should leave plenty of room to add if the current decline continues, as risk-off price behavior does not exempt the precious metals, which have experienced substantial price appreciation. I last wrote about GLTR on Seeking Alpha on January 26, 2026 , where I concluded with the following: I continue to rate GLTR a 'Buy' in early 2026 but prefer buying the ETF on price weakness, as this has been the optimal approach over the past years. GLTR was trading at $274.17 on January 26, right before precious metals experienced a substantial correction. At below $205 per share on March 26, I rate GLTR a "S trong Buy" during the current price weakness but would leave room to add on further declines. Precious Metals Prices Have Corrected After reaching highs in late January 2026, the four precious metals futures markets have experienced substantial declines. Monthly Continuous C...
Jonathan Kitchen Amid ongoing market volatility fueled by geopolitical tensions, below is a list for large‑cap investors seeking stability in undervalued growth plays. The list contains top performers on valuation and growth metrics, ranked by Seeking Alpha Quant Ratings. These names were specifically filtered for their standout A grades in those key factors, offering potential bargains even as br...
Jonathan Kitchen Amid ongoing market volatility fueled by geopolitical tensions, below is a list for large‑cap investors seeking stability in undervalued growth plays. The list contains top performers on valuation and growth metrics, ranked by Seeking Alpha Quant Ratings. These names were specifically filtered for their standout A grades in those key factors, offering potential bargains even as broader indexes whipsaw. The list is topped by Sandisk Corporation ( SNDK ) and Micron Technology, Inc. ( MU ), both sharing the highest possible rating of 4.99. Southwest Airlines Co. ( LUV ) and DaVita Inc. ( DVA ) follow closely behind with Strong Buy ratings of 4.84 and 4.80, respectively. The list spans a variety of sectors, from technology and semiconductors to healthcare, transportation, and real estate services. While the top five stocks maintain Strong Buy ratings, the list also includes highly-rated Hold candidates like Antero Resources ( AR ) and Centene Corporation ( CNC ), which still score well on valuation and growth metrics. Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating system grades stocks on their relative performance across critical quantitative measures, including valuation, growth, stock momentum, and profitability. Ratings are given on a scale from 1 to 5, with any rating of 3.5 or above considered a bullish rating and any rating of 2.5 or below considered a bearish rating. Here is the list: Sandisk Corporation ( SNDK ), Quant Rating: 4.99 Micron Technology, Inc. ( MU ), Quant Rating: 4.99 Southwest Airlines Co. ( LUV ), Quant Rating: 4.84 DaVita Inc. ( DVA ), Quant Rating: 4.80 Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated ( JLL ), Quant Rating: 4.71 Antero Resources Corporation ( AR ), Quant Rating: 3.39 Centene Corporation ( CNC ), Quant Rating: 3.28 Incyte Corporation ( INCY ), Quant Rating: 3.22 Ally Financial Inc. ( ALLY ), Quant Rating: 3.10 More on large cap stocks Perfection Is A Fragile Thing To Hold: Why Sandisk Is A Sell (Rating Downgrade) Micron Is Still One Of The Best S...
In the last week, the United States market has stayed flat, but over the past 12 months, it has risen by 16%, with earnings forecasted to grow at a similar rate annually. In this context of steady growth, stocks with strong insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate confidence in a company's future prospects and alignment between management and shareholders.
In the last week, the United States market has stayed flat, but over the past 12 months, it has risen by 16%, with earnings forecasted to grow at a similar rate annually. In this context of steady growth, stocks with strong insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate confidence in a company's future prospects and alignment between management and shareholders.
The recent sharp selloff in gold miner stocks has created opportunities for investors to buy at bargain prices if the appetite for gold flips back to bullish, as history suggests.
The recent sharp selloff in gold miner stocks has created opportunities for investors to buy at bargain prices if the appetite for gold flips back to bullish, as history suggests.
Turkey Dumped 58 Tons Of Gold After Iran War Started, Slamming Price There has been much speculation about the mystery seller(s) that sent gold sliding into a bear market from its January high: was it a sovereign seeking to plug holes in their budget from the recent surge in oil, a "market maker" trying to spark stop loss liquidations, or just retail investors taking profit after one of the best y...
Turkey Dumped 58 Tons Of Gold After Iran War Started, Slamming Price There has been much speculation about the mystery seller(s) that sent gold sliding into a bear market from its January high: was it a sovereign seeking to plug holes in their budget from the recent surge in oil, a "market maker" trying to spark stop loss liquidations, or just retail investors taking profit after one of the best years in history for the precious metal? Today we learned the identity of at least one of the sellers: Turkey’s central bank sold and swapped about 60 tons of gold, worth more than $8 billion, or more than 10% of the country's total holdings, in two weeks after the start of the war in Iran, adding to the sharp downward pressure on bullion prices. Turkish gold reserves showed a decline of 6 tons in the week of March 13 and another 52.4 tons in the week of March 20, marking a sharp drawdown in reserves, according to the latest data published by the central bank. While the composition of the sales is unclear, some of that was sold outright, while the majority was used to secure foreign exchange or liras via swap agreements, according to Bloomberg. It’s not uncommon for central banks to sell spot gold and simultaneously agree to buy it back in the future via swap agreements, effectively a gold-collateralized USD loan, which grants the country cheap dollar funding using the precious metal as collateral. The move comes amid strains on Turkey’s disinflation strategy - meaning the currency isn’t allowed to depreciate at a rate faster than monthly inflation - which relies heavily on maintaining a stable or steadily depreciating lira, including with hard-currency interventions, usually via state-run banks. Rising energy import costs and increased dollar demand since the conflict began have made that approach more challenging to maintain, and forced Turkey to resort to its hard currency reserves. Turkey officials turned to gold sales and gold swap arrangements from the central bank’s $...