Apr 21, 2026 by David DierkingSCHD vs. VOO: Which One Will Make You Richer?The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has been an elite performer in 2026. Is it now the better choice over the S&P 500?
Apr 20, 2026 by David Dierking3 Vanguard ETFs Crushing the S&P 500 in 2026The rotation we've seen within U.S. equities this year has created a new class of winners outside of tech and growth.
Apr 20, 2026 by David DierkingCould S&P 500 ETFs Alone Fund Your Entire Retirement?Based on how the S&P 500 has performed over the past several years, it would be easy to think it's all you need in your portfolio. In reality, you probably need more.
Apr 19, 2026 by David DierkingHow $500 per Month Turns Into $1 Million Generating $40,000 of Passive IncomeWith proper planning, time, and discipline, building a $1 million portfolio isn't nearly as impossible as it seems.
Apr 17, 2026 by David DierkingVTI Holds Every Corner of the U.S. Market -- Including the Small-Caps Getting Hit Hardest. Is That a Problem or an Opportunity?Over the past year, small-caps have outperformed. That could be a long-term opportunity for the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI).
Apr 17, 2026 by David DierkingStrategy's Stock Price Is Crashing. This 75% Yield ETF Might (or Might Not) Help.Ultra-high-yield single stock ETFs are advertised as a way to generate big income. In most cases, investors are missing a big part of the story.
Apr 16, 2026 by David DierkingThe Market Sold Off Hard. Then It Recovered Fast. Here's What That Cycle Tells You About Staying Invested Through the Next Crisis.Many investors are getting a reminder about why trying to time the market is usually a bad idea.
Apr 16, 2026 by David DierkingGot $5,000? Here Is Why VOO's Iran War Recovery Makes the Case for Long-Term Index Investing Stronger Than EverThis year's war-driven market volatility may be scary for investors. But it provides an excellent argument for a buy-and-hold investing strategy.
Apr 16, 2026 by David DierkingThe Dow Fell Into Correction Territory During the Iran Conflict. It Has Already Bounced Back. Here Is the Pattern Long-Term Investors Should Memorize.The path of stock prices has been incredibly consistent during geopolitical shocks over the course of history. The Iran war is proving to be no different.
Apr 16, 2026 by David DierkingWhere Will QQQ Be in 12 Months? Wall Street Analysts Have a Clear Answer.The Invesco QQQ Trust ETF has generated big returns over the past several years. The good times might not be over yet.
Apr 16, 2026 by David DierkingEuropean Markets Surged 3.9% on Ceasefire News. Does That Move Reflect a Genuine Recovery or a Short-Term Unwind?After dropping 12% earlier this year, European stocks have recaptured almost all of the losses. But is it sustainable or even justified?
Apr 15, 2026 by David DierkingSwitching From Vanguard to Fidelity: Here's What You Gain and What You Give UpVanguard and Fidelity are two of the biggest investment managers in the world. Which one is better really depends on what kind of investor you are.
Apr 15, 2026 by David DierkingThe Dow Is Back in Positive Territory for 2026. Here Is the Bigger Picture for Investors Who Held Through the Volatility.March and April provided a good reminder of why investors are usually better off just sitting tight with their portfolios.
Apr 15, 2026 by David DierkingSMH Returned Over 120% in One Year. Is the VanEck Semiconductor ETF Still a Buy?Semiconductor stocks delivered huge returns for investors in 2025. Is the rally over, or is there still more upside ahead?
Apr 15, 2026 by David DierkingGlobal Uncertainty Is Driving Safe Haven Demand. Should You Own SLV Right Now?Silver is more than 30% below its recent high. It might be time to be a buyer again.
Apr 14, 2026 by David DierkingThis Overlooked ETF Has Beaten the S&P 500 for 3 Straight YearsThis under-the-radar manufacturing theme has managed above-average returns for several years in a row.
Apr 14, 2026 by David DierkingWhat Would Warren Buffett Buy If He Could Only Choose 2 ETFs Right Now?Buffett has already endorsed Vanguard, the S&P 500, and Treasury bills. That makes these two ETFs a slam-dunk choice.
Apr 13, 2026 by David DierkingIf I Were 25 With $300 a Month to Invest, I'd Skip Picking Stocks and Buy These 2 ETFsLooking back at nearly three decades of investing experience, here's what I would do if I had the chance to do it all over.
Apr 13, 2026 by David Dierking1 No-Brainer Healthcare Vanguard ETF to Buy Right Now for Less Than $1,000Healthcare stocks have been laggards for a while now. The current economic slowdown and structural tailwinds make it much more attractive now.
Apr 13, 2026 by David DierkingWhat Happens to Your Vanguard ETF Portfolio During a Recession? I Ran the Historical Numbers.The labor market and inflation are creating concerns about a recession. Here's how it might play out in the markets if it happens.
