Jan 30, 2026 by David DierkingConsumer Sentiment Is Low; History Shows That Could Actually Be Good for U.S. StocksConsumers are feeling notably bad about where conditions are headed. That might be a good thing for investors.
Jan 30, 2026 by David DierkingPrediction: SOXX Will Outperform S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 in 2026Semiconductors have been one of the market's best-performing sectors. Thanks to these catalysts, the good times may not be over yet.
Jan 29, 2026 by David DierkingThe Market Just Did This For the 1st Time in 30 Years. Here's What History Says Happens Next.Small caps have just completed an historic run relative to the S&P 500. Does that mean more gains ahead or should investors start to get worried?
Jan 28, 2026 by David DierkingIf You'd Invested $100 in Bitcoin 10 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have TodayBitcoin's meteoric rise has delivered huge returns for holders. Even small investments have turned into tens of thousands of dollars.
Jan 28, 2026 by David Dierking1 Dividend ETF to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to AvoidDividend stocks are finally making a comeback in 2026, but not all dividend ETFs should be viewed the same.
Jan 28, 2026 by David DierkingThis Signal Just Flashed for the First Time in 8 Years; History Says It Could Indicate a Sharp Correction AheadThe Bull & Bear Indicator from Bank of America's global fund manager survey says we are in a "hyper-bull" market right now. That tends to be a dangerous signal for stock prices looking forward.
Jan 28, 2026 by David DierkingIf You'd Invested $1,000 in RGTI 5 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have TodayRigetti Computing has become one of the faces of the AI and quantum computing revolution. But what has it actually done for investors?
Jan 28, 2026 by David DierkingThis Signal Just Triggered for the First Time in 15 Years; History Shows Last 3 Times Led to RecessionWhile the U.S. economy would appear to be in good shape on the surface, this signal suggests that we're at risk for a deep recession ahead.
Jan 27, 2026 by David DierkingIs a Turning Point Coming for the S&P 500 in 2026? Here's What History Says.Wall Street has experienced a rare but not unprecedented bull market during the past three years. Here's what history can teach us about what to expect.
Jan 26, 2026 by David DierkingThe 10-Year Yield Just Hit This Level for the First Time in 4 Months; Here's What It Means for Future ReturnsGeopolitical developments just sent long-term Treasury yields sharply higher. What does this mean for the short-term future of government bonds?
Jan 25, 2026 by David DierkingVanguard Russell 2000 ETF: A Smart Small-Cap Play Right Now?Small-caps are off to a fast start in 2026. Is now the time to jump into the Russell 2000 again?
Jan 24, 2026 by David Dierking1 Top ETF to Load Up on in 2026As the market rotates away from tech, you don't need to give up your large-cap exposure altogether. You just need to change the way it's invested.
Jan 24, 2026 by David Dierking1 Vanguard ETF I'm Buying in 2026 and Holding ForeverThe U.S. stock market is experiencing a big rotation in 2026 that's been great for small caps and cyclicals, but not so much for tech. That makes this Vanguard ETF an ideal pick-up in the new year.
Jan 19, 2026 by David DierkingCathie Wood Just Indirectly Implied That Long-Term Treasury Bonds Have 35% UpsideCathie Wood has a history of making bold predictions. If her latest prediction comes true, it could be incredibly bullish for Treasuries.
Jan 19, 2026 by David DierkingSCHD vs. NOBL: High Yield vs. Dividend Growth ETF ShowdownDividend-growth and high-yield strategies can produce very different portfolios and results, but one strategy looks better right now.
Jan 18, 2026 by David DierkingSCHD vs. VIG: Which Dividend ETF Is the Better Buy?Choosing between the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) and the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) really comes down to how you feel about the current market rotation.
Jan 18, 2026 by David DierkingVTI vs ITOT: What's the Better Total Market ETF Buy?Investing in a total U.S. stock market fund is a great decision. But choosing between the two biggest ETFs almost requires splitting hairs.
Jan 18, 2026 by David DierkingSCHD vs VYM: What's the Better High-Yield Dividend ETF Buy?These exchange-traded funds are two of the most popular dividend ETFs. One of them is clearly better than the other.
Jan 17, 2026 by David DierkingQQQ vs VOO: What's the Better ETF Buy?The Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) is one of the best-performing ETFs, but the tech concentration is an issue. Is sticking with the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) better?
Jan 17, 2026 by David DierkingVOO vs VTI: What's the Better U.S. Stock ETF Buy?Choosing between the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) comes down to your opinion on small caps.