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Apr 23, 2026 by Dave Kovaleski

Is VXUS the Smartest Way to Own the Entire World Outside the U.S.?

The Vanguard Total International Stock ETF provides access to the universe of international and emerging market stocks.

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Apr 23, 2026 by Ben Gran

Why the Nasdaq-100 Is on a Winning Streak Even as the Iran War Dominates the News

Even if the conflict isn't officially over, tech sector investors are moving on from it.

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Apr 23, 2026 by David Dierking

I Put the Majority of My Portfolio Into 2 Vanguard ETFs 3 Years Ago. Here Is What Happened.

I gave up trying to pick winners in favor of long-term, diversified investing. It turned out to be exactly what I'd hoped for.

Apr 23, 2026 by Leo Sun

SLV Is Up 145% in One Year. Is the iShares Silver Trust Still Worth Buying?

The silver-tracking ETF is crushing the market.

Apr 23, 2026 by Jake Lerch

SPY vs. FIGB: SPDR S&P 500 ETF Provides Equity-Based Growth, While Fidelity Bond ETF Offers a Higher Yield

Compare how yield, volatility, and expense ratios set these two ETFs apart—and what that means for portfolio construction and income strategies.

Apr 23, 2026 by Andy Gould

IXUS vs. VXUS: Which International ETF Is the Better Buy for Global Diversification?

Explore how subtle differences in cost, yield, and fund size might influence your international ETF choice.

Apr 23, 2026 by Katie Brockman

4 Brilliant ETFs to Buy in April and Hold for the Next Decade

The right investment could help supercharge your savings.

Apr 23, 2026 by Stefon Walters

The Most Misunderstood Vanguard ETF That Smart Investors Should Consider

It can play a valuable role in most investors' portfolios.

Apr 23, 2026 by Sarah Sidlow

International ETFs: IEFA vs. SCHE

Compare how IEFA’s broader developed market exposure and higher yield stack up against SCHE’s emerging markets focus and tech tilt.

Apr 23, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Which Is the Better International ETF, iShares' IEFA or State Street's SPGM?

Explore how these two low-cost ETFs differ in market focus, yield, and sector exposure — key factors for portfolio strategy.

Apr 23, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team, Andy Cross, Seth Jayson, Thomas King, CFA, and Sanmeet Deo, CFA

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Texas Instruments Back on the Radar?; Starbucks Rewards Revamp Shows Wins

Top insights from the latest market news from Thursday, April 23, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Apr 23, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Which Is the Better Vanguard ETF, VYM or VIG?

Explore how differences in sector focus and diversification shape the risk and income profiles of these two popular Vanguard ETFs.

Apr 23, 2026 by Matt DiLallo

Why I Just Backed Up the Truck and Loaded Up on This Top ETF

I just bought a bunch more shares of the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF.

Apr 23, 2026 by John Bromels

A Trump Bull Market Correction May Be Coming. Here's What 150 Years of Data Says.

One of history's most reliable stock market indicators is flashing red.

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Apr 23, 2026 by Katie Brockman

Why the Fed's Next Move Could Be the Most Important Catalyst for Stocks This Spring

All eyes are on interest rates as the war in Iran complicates the Federal Reserve's strategy.

Apr 23, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: IBM Hit by Inflation's Long Shadow

IBM warns of potential consumer slowdown, Microsoft targets AI push in Australia, and more...

Apr 23, 2026 by David Dierking

What the S&P 500's Rocky Start to 2026 Actually Means for Your Portfolio

The S&P 500 has already seen a 8% decline and full recovery this year. Two things can keep driving stock prices higher in 2026.

Apr 23, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz

President Donald Trump's Right-Hand Man at the Federal Reserve Is Reconsidering His Interest-Rate Outlook. Are Rate Cuts Off the Table in 2026?

Last year, Trump appointed Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.

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Apr 23, 2026 by Sean Williams

The S&P 500 Just Did Something That's Historically Resulted in the Benchmark Index Doubling Over 5 Years

There might not be a more bullish signal on Wall Street for long-term investors than this.

Apr 22, 2026 by Seena Hassouna

Choosing Between VXUS and IEFA Comes Down to One Question

Explore how these two global ETFs differ in market reach, sector focus, and income potential for international portfolios.

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