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The Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF (VBR) spans a wider range of small-cap value stocks, while the SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF (SLYV) limits its holdings to companies with positive earnings. This difference plays out in what investors actually own—whether the portfolio includes more recovery-driven upside or leans toward more established small-cap businesses.

On March 19, 2026, gold’s slide pulls on Newmont, and oil shocks ripple through an already risk‑averse U.S. market.

Emerging market bonds can offer high yields, but a broader international bond ETF might be better for risk-conscious investors.

The excitement around silver has been dying down.

Geopolitical tensions rattled the market again. Here's what actually moved the needle and what didn't.

Whether it's the result of geopolitical turmoil, a tempting yield, or both, the JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF is packing on assets this year.

Explore how key differences in holdings, risk, and regional focus set these two global real estate ETFs apart for investors.

The Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF hasn't presented investors with many dips of late, but one is here, indicating a buying opportunity is afoot.

It's been a long road of underperformance, but there's good reason to expect better days ahead.

Explore how differing strategies in yield, diversification, and global exposure set these two real estate ETFs apart for investors.

The Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) spreads its holdings across the full U.S. REIT market, while the iShares Select U.S. REIT ETF (ICF) concentrates on a smaller group of large-cap REITs in sectors such as data centers, cell towers, and healthcare properties. This comparison examines how that difference shapes income sources, sector exposure, and which parts of the real estate market ultimately drive returns.

Compare how these Vanguard real estate ETFs differ in diversification, holdings, and which may better suit your investment strategy.

Volatility in the stock market often leads to great long-term opportunities for investors.

Top insights from the latest market news from Thursday, March 19, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

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Small-cap stocks have underperformed mid- and large-cap stocks over the years.

With the S&P 500 already trading at a rich valuation, rising oil prices could trigger a sharp decline in the stock market.

Despite adding to existing stakes in Amazon and Alphabet, Duquesne Family Office's billionaire boss may have just sent a warning to investors in Magnificent Seven stocks.

The S&P 500 is holding up well so far despite the geopolitical uncertainty. But can it last?

History has not-so-good news for investors right now.