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Mar 19, 2026 by Dan Caplinger

Will Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF Finally Reward Patient Investors?

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

Mar 19, 2026 by Jake Lerch

GQRE vs. ICF: A Matchup of Two Real Estate ETFs

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

Mar 19, 2026 by Eric Trie

Broad REIT Exposure or Concentration in Sector Leaders? VNQ vs. ICF

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.

Mar 19, 2026 by Jake Lerch

Vanguard Real Estate ETFs: VNQI Offers Higher Yield and Global Reach, While VNQ Provides U.S. Exposure

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

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Mar 19, 2026 by Anthony Di Pizio

Should You Buy the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF After the Recent Stock Market Sell-Off? History Offers a Crystal-Clear Answer.

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

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Mar 19, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team, Rick Munarriz, Tim Beyers, Jason Moser, Andy Cross, Seth Jayson, Sanmeet Deo, CFA, and Yasser El-Shimy, PhD, MBA

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Micron Revenue Smashes Expectations, but Wall Street Yawns

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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Mar 19, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: Inflation Fears Prompt Fed Warning

Fed stays on hold with inflation worries, Rocket Lab wins record contract, and more...

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Mar 19, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz

Is the Vanguard Russell 2000 Index Fund ETF a Buy Now?

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

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Mar 19, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine

The Stock Market Sounds an Alarm as an Economist Issues a Recession Warning. History Says This Could Happen Next.

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

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Mar 19, 2026 by Sean Williams

Billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller's Newest Buy Is a Must-See if You Own Shares in Wall Street's "Magnificent Seven"

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.

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Mar 19, 2026 by Keith Speights

Is the S&P 500 Headed for a Correction?

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

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Mar 19, 2026 by Katie Brockman

The Stock Market Is Sending a Major Warning. Here's What Investors Should Know Right Now.

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

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Mar 18, 2026 by Sean Williams

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud -- and These 8 Words Are Roiling Wall Street

Powell and his fellow members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) can't sweep this Wall Street threat under the rug any longer.

Mar 18, 2026 by Katie Brockman

RWR vs. VNQ: How These Popular Real Estate ETFs Stack Up on Fees, Risk, and Performance

Expense ratios, diversification, and fund size set these two real estate ETFs apart.

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Mar 18, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer

1 Tech ETF to Buy Hand Over Fist -- and 1 to Avoid

Don't get caught up in the latest fad if you are looking to invest in technology stocks.

Mar 18, 2026 by John Ballard

GQRE Offers Higher Yield and Growth Than RWX

Expense ratios, yield, and portfolio focus set these two global real estate ETFs apart—see which strategy aligns with your investment goals.

Mar 18, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, March 18: Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged, and Markets Fall on Inflation Fears

Today, March 18, 2026, surging crude and hotter inflation rattled major U.S. indexes as the Fed holds rates steady.

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Mar 18, 2026 by Geoffrey Seiler

Prediction Markets Are Flashing Recession Warnings. But Should Investors Actually Listen?

Why investors should stick to their core investment strategy.

Mar 18, 2026 by Andy Gould

REET vs. RWX: Which Global Real Estate ETF Is the Better Buy?

Compare how each ETF’s unique mix of holdings, costs, and market coverage could impact your real estate investing strategy.

Mar 18, 2026 by Andy Gould

HAUZ vs. VNQ: Is This International Real Estate ETF a Better Buy for Income Investors?

See how fee structures, yields, and global diversification distinguish these real estate ETFs for income-focused investors.

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