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Aug 19, 2026 by Brendan Coffey
Vanguard VEA vs iShares IXUS: Which International ETF Promises Better Performance in 2026?
VEA targets developed markets with lower costs and stronger recent returns, while IXUS offers broader exposure to 4,476 companies including emerging markets.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Dave Kovaleski
Why State Street SPDR Developed World ex-US is a Strong International ETF
Schwab outperformed on returns and volatility over five years, while State Street provides broader diversification with nearly 1,000 additional holdings.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Andy Gould
EUFN vs KRE: European Banks vs. U.S. Regional Banks -- Which Financial Sector ETF Is the Better Buy?
KRE has experienced deeper drawdowns over the last five years, while EUFN -- despite higher fees -- delivered stronger returns over the same time period.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Leo Sun
Want to Generate Thousands of Dollars in Passive Income? This ETF Could Be Your Ticket
The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF is a reliable income play.
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Aug 19, 2026 by David Jagielski, CPA
Could Nvidia Be the Next Big Tech Stock to Join Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio?
Berkshire added to its position in Alphabet last quarter, and now has two iconic tech companies among its top-three holdings.
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Aug 19, 2026 by John Ballard
VGLT vs TLT: Which Bond ETF Is the Better Value?
iShares' TLT commands $46 billion in assets but charges five times more in fees than a similar offering from Vanguard.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Anders Bylund
Broadcom Drags the Nasdaq While the Dow and S&P 500 Climb
Most stocks rose Wednesday, but a few big tech names told a different story. Here's what split the market again.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Leo Sun
If a Recession Is Coming, 100 Years of History Says This Is the Best Move Investors Can Make
The smartest move is to simply do nothing.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Matt DiLallo
1 Unstoppable Vanguard ETF I Wish I'd Bought 10 Years Ago
The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF has been a compounding machine over the past decade.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Dave Kovaleski
When the Next Bear Market Begins, This Is the First Investing Move I'm Making
As usual, Warren Buffett said it best.
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Aug 19, 2026 by David Dierking
The Small-Cap Premium Was Supposed to Beat Large Caps Over Time. It Hasn't in 15 Years. Here's the Actual Gap.
Small-cap investors have been disappointed for years. Here's why that trend might finally be ready to reverse.
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Aug 19, 2026 by David Jagielski, CPA
Is Investing in the Total Stock Market a Better Long-Term Move Than Holding S&P 500 Index Funds?
The S&P 500 is trading at record levels, and for investors, tracking the total stock market may be more appealing right now -- but that doesn't mean it's a sound strategy.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Jack Delaney
The Smartest Dividend ETF to Buy With $500 Right Now
Consistency matters more than ultra-high yields.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Katie Brockman
If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, History Says This Is the Best Move Investors Can Make
Market indicators are warning about volatility, but history has good news for investors.
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Aug 19, 2026 by John Ballard
VB vs ISCB: Which Small-Cap ETF Offers Better Value?
This Vanguard ETF wins on costs, while the iShares delivered stronger 12-month returns.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Erin Kennedy
XBI vs. FBT: Broad Biotech Exposure or Concentrated Bets?
XBI's lower fees and 155-stock portfolio contrast sharply with FBT's concentrated 30-holding approach, though FBT has experienced less volatility over the past five years.
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Aug 19, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News
Breakfast News: Cerebras Challenges NVDA's Throne
Cerebras unveils faster AI chip, OpenAI's losses widen, and more...
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Aug 19, 2026 by Erin Kennedy
Invesco Nasdaq Biotech vs. Invesco Pharma: How Do These ETFs Stack Up?
One offers concentrated exposure to 29 pharma giants with lower volatility, while the other provides broader diversification across 251 biotech companies at a cheaper cost.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Katie Brockman
The Stock Market Is Flashing a Warning Signal So Rare It's Only Appeared Once Before. Here's What History Says Comes Next.
History has good and bad news for investors right now.
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Aug 19, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine
A Stock Market Crash Is Coming Sooner or Later. History Says Investors Who Do This One Thing Will Profit.
The stock market has historically rewarded investors who buy the dip during corrections.
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