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What are ETFs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a type of pooled investment where investors\u2019 monies are pooled together to purchase and hold multiple underlying assets. ETFs are most often invested to match a particular index (passively managed). They are traded like a stock<\/strong> and are typically accompanied with low ongoing fees<\/strong>. Special redemption provisions for ETFs are designed to keep their market prices very close to their NAVs.<\/p>\n

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Here are 6 popular ETFs right now:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 VanEck Semiconductor ETF (Nasdaq: SMH)<\/strong><\/p>\n

This ETF seeks to replicate the MVIS US Listed Semiconductor 25 Index<\/strong>, which tracks the largest companies involved in semiconductor production and equipment<\/strong>. The fund has a 5-star Morningstar rating.<\/p>\n

The Expense Ratio is 0.35%<\/strong>. Some of its largest holdings include Nvidia<\/strong>, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing<\/strong>, Intel<\/strong>, ASML<\/strong> and Broadcom<\/strong>. The fund is ideal for investors looking to gain exposure to the recent AI frenzy, while avoiding the time-consuming task of single stock picking.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ: TLT)<\/strong><\/p>\n

TLT tracks the ICE US Treasury 20+ Year Bond Index<\/strong>, giving investors exposure to long-term US Treasury bonds<\/strong> with maturities over 20 years. Bond prices and interest rates move inversely to each other.<\/p>\n

The Expense ratio is 0.15%<\/strong>. The 12-Month Yield is 3.66%<\/strong>. With the Fed still expected to slash interest rates this year, lower rates should benefit longer-maturity bonds the most as they have the greatest sensitivity (duration) to interest rate fluctuations.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (AMEX: EMXC)<\/strong><\/p>\n

This ETF aims to track the MSCI Emerging Markets ex China Index<\/strong>, providing investors with exposure to companies from emerging market countries excluding China. This includes countries like India<\/strong>, Taiwan<\/strong>, S.Korea<\/strong>, Brazil<\/strong>, and even Saudi Arabia<\/strong>. If US rate cuts materialize, EM assets could benefit from a weaker USD and a diversification away from expensive US equities.<\/p>\n

The Expense Ratio is 0.25%<\/strong>. Top holdings include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing<\/strong>, Samsung Electronics<\/strong>, India’s Reliance Industries<\/strong>, and SK Hynix<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 CSOP Huatai-Pinebridge SSE Dividend Index ETF (SGX: SHD)<\/strong><\/p>\n

SHD tracks the SSE Dividend Index<\/strong>, giving investors exposure to 50 dividend-paying Chinese companies<\/strong>. Chinese dividend stocks have been a bright spot this year, with SHD outperforming the CSI 300 Index and even the Nasdaq in terms of total return.<\/p>\n

The Management Fee is currently 0.89%<\/strong>. Dividend stocks are expected to remain resilient, as they help provide a cushion against market downturns and volatility<\/strong>. Recent regulatory initiatives have also been instrumental in encouraging more companies to boost the frequency and amount of their dividend payouts, with the CSRC issuing a “cash dividend guidance for publicly listed firms” in late 2023.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (AMEX: IVV)<\/strong><\/p>\n

IVV tracks the S&P 500<\/strong> by investing in all 500 stocks that comprise the index. The fund allows investors to gain exposure to US large caps<\/strong> with just 1 transaction. It is perhaps the ideal ETF for beginners<\/strong> as it is a simple fund that removes the need for stock picking.<\/p>\n

The Expense Ratio is 0.03%<\/strong>. Top holdings include Microsoft<\/strong>, Apple<\/strong>, Nvidia<\/strong>, Amazon<\/strong>, and Meta<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udfe2 Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (AMEX: VEA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

VEA tracks the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index<\/strong>, giving investors exposure to international stocks outside the US. This includes companies in Japan<\/strong> (22% by geographical breakdown), UK<\/strong> (11%), Canada<\/strong> (9%), Franc<\/strong>e (9%), Switzerland<\/strong> (8%) & Germany<\/strong> (7%).<\/p>\n

The Total Expense Ratio is 0.05%<\/strong>. Top holdings include Novo Nordisk<\/strong>, ASML<\/strong>, Nestle SA<\/strong>, Samsung Electronics<\/strong>, Toyota Motors<\/strong>, and LVMH<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

VEA is also less tech-heavy than traditional US ETFs, with Financials (19%) comprising the largest sector. Thus, VEA typically pays more dividends, demonstrated by a 12Mth Yield of 3.19% vs the S&P 500 at 1.61%<\/p>\n

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