Feb 19, 2026 by David Dierking3 Dividend Growth ETFs to Buy With $500 and Hold ForeverDividend strategies are off to a strong start in 2026. Here are three of the best to consider for the long term.
Feb 18, 2026 by David Dierking3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist if the Stock Market Crashes in 2026If the stock market starts getting bearish, consider these ETFs to provide portfolio protection, risk mitigation, and even a positive performance.
Feb 18, 2026 by David DierkingWhy I'm Loading Up on These 3 High-Dividend ETFs for Passive IncomeHigh-dividend ETFs are back and beating the S&P 500 again. These three ETFs combine big yields with big upside.
Feb 17, 2026 by David DierkingHow This Mid Cap ETF Contributes to a Balanced PortfolioMany investors are currently experiencing the downside of overweighting large-caps in their portfolios.
Feb 17, 2026 by David DierkingWhich Vanguard Bond ETF Should You Choose, BND or VGIT?The choice between Treasuries and total bond market funds comes down to not just your personal goals, but where you think stocks might be headed too.
Feb 17, 2026 by David DierkingHow VWO Compares With Other Emerging Markets ETFsEmerging markets are roaring. If you want to get in, let's compare the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF against its biggest competitors.
Feb 16, 2026 by David Dierking3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy to Protect Your Portfolio From a Potential Stock Market CrashAfter three straight years of 15%+ gains for the S&P 500, seeking out ways to protect your portfolio from a correction is a prudent move.
Feb 16, 2026 by David Dierking1 Unstoppable Vanguard ETF That Could Crush the S&P 500 (Again) in 2026In 2025, international stocks had some of their best performance relative to the S&P 500 in years. The momentum looks ready to carry forward into 2026.
Feb 16, 2026 by David DierkingHere's the Smartest Way to Invest in the S&P 500 in FebruaryThe composition of S&P 500 returns has changed significantly in 2026. Equal-weighting the index might be the best way to take advantage of it.
Feb 16, 2026 by David DierkingInternational ETFs Have Outperformed U.S. Stocks -- but Is There More Upside Left?International stocks finally outshined the S&P 500 in 2025. Could this be just the beginning of a longer rally ahead?
Feb 16, 2026 by David DierkingIs the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF a Buy Now?This ETF has been solid over the past several years, but it's struggling in 2026.
Feb 16, 2026 by David DierkingThis Economic Indicator Just Hit an All-Time Low; History Says This Is What Happens Next for StocksThe University of Michigan Current Economic Conditions Index just hit an all-time low. That has proven to be a good sign for stock investors.
Feb 16, 2026 by David DierkingWhat Are the Real Pros and Cons of Investing in Leveraged ETFs?Many investors look at leveraged ETFs as a way to really magnify their returns. In reality, they usually do much more harm than good.
Feb 15, 2026 by David DierkingVanguard Cuts Fees on 53 Funds Including VIG and VYMVanguard just completed another round of expense ratio reductions on many of its popular ETFs and mutual funds.
Feb 15, 2026 by David DierkingBlackRock & State Street Rejected Her ETF. It Just Returned 5X Its Category Average.The Freedom 100 Emerging Markets ETF has gone from a little-known outlier to one of the best-performing emerging markets ETFs in the world.
Feb 14, 2026 by David DierkingThis Signal Triggered Before the Last 4 Recessions. It Just Happened Again.The Treasury yield curve is steepening and is no longer inverted. That's traditionally a bad sign for the economy and the stock market.
Feb 14, 2026 by David Dierking5 Vanguard Dividend ETFs That Could Fund Your Retirement by 2030Vanguard is known primarily for two dividend ETFs, but it has others that deserve equal consideration.
Feb 13, 2026 by David DierkingHere's How Many Shares of Realty Income You'd Need for $10,000 in Yearly DividendsRealty Income is well known for its high yield and monthly payout schedule.
Feb 12, 2026 by David DierkingIs the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF a Buy Now?For three years, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF has badly lagged the S&P 500. That all changed in 2026.
Feb 12, 2026 by David DierkingTrump Calls for Dow 100,000. Here's Why You Shouldn't Dismiss His Prediction.President Trump may not see the Dow double in the next three years, but his ability to move the markets with his comments and actions shouldn't be discounted.
