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1 Very Overrated And 1 Very Underrated High Yield Fund

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High-yield funds are popular passive income machines. However, some are overrated whereas others are underrated by Mr. Market. I discuss one that I think is being overrated by investors and …

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Buy America, says John Hancock's Matthew Miskin

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Matthew Miskin, John Hancock Investment Management, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss markets, small and mid-caps and the industrial sector.

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XLU: The Utilities Sector Offers A Great Long-Term Opportunity

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The utilities sector is entering an early-stage growth cycle, fueled by surging electricity demand from data centers, EVs, and industrial expansion. Massive capital investments by leading utilities signal confidence in …

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Underrated 7-8% Yielding Picks: Monthly Dividends To Supercharge Your Early Retirement

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This trio of monthly income machines yields over 7%. They have each proven to be dependable income machines and have also outperformed peers over time. They trade at attractive valuations …

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Important Warning For Utility Stocks: 2 Major Risks You Need To See Before Buying

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Utilities have outperformed the market—here's why that trend could suddenly reverse. Warren Buffett issued a chilling warning about utilities—investors should take notice. We share our current outlook on utilities stocks …

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Retire With A Stress-Free 9%-Yielding Monthly Paying Dividend Portfolio

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One simple portfolio pays a 0.75% yield every single month—on autopilot. Why most high-yield strategies fail and this one can thrive. Inflation protection, broad diversification, and real assets.

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XLU: Safe Haven Assets Could Prove Even More Attractive (Rating Upgrade)

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Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund ETF is holding ground amid the tariff-induced market volatility. The growth of data centers energy consumption and capital investments provides a favorable background for profits …

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5 Sector ETFs Set for Q1 Earnings Growth Amid Tariff Woes

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We highlight ETFs from the sectors expected to post Q1 earnings growth that could make great plays amid tariff woes.

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5 ETF Picks for April

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Bet on defensive and high-earnings growth sectors in this tumultuous April.

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Defensive ETF Strategies to Follow Amid Market Carnage

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We highlight some defensive investment strategies for investors amid the ongoing chaos.

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New Tariff Worsens Trade War Fears: 5 Safe Haven ETFs to Buy

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Here, we highlight five safe-haven ETFs that investors should consider adding to their portfolios as trade fears continue to escalate.

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Top Utility Stocks Powering Through Volatility

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As U.S. equities have pulled back sharply year-to-date (YTD), the benchmark S&P 500 ETF NYSEARCA: SPY has fallen nearly 8% from its 52-week highs. However, specific sectors have held up …

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Most Corrections Don't Result in Bear Market: ETFs to Buy

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Don't panic about market corrections. Most analysts view correction as a healthy pullback.

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Investors turn to utilities as recession fears rise

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CNBC's Pippa Stevens joins 'Squawk on the Street' to break down why utilities are outperforming week-to-date.

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2 Powerful Catalysts Are Emerging For Dividend Stocks: My Top Picks

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Sentiment: Positive ()

A major market shift is happening - here's why dividend investors could win big in 2025. These overlooked high-yield stocks are still trading at a massive discount despite major tailwinds. …

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Shifting Tides in Leadership: Markets Play Defense

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Sentiment: Negative ()

Talk about a topsy-turvy market. Tuesday's tariffs sparked more market jitters.

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Fearing Trade War? Hide Under These 2 Sector ETFs Instead of Small Caps

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Small-cap ETFs are not a great place to seek refuge amid trade war tensions. Instead, insurance and utilities could be a great place to be invested, per some strategists.

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Time for Defensive Sector ETFs?

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Wall Street has been in a wavering condition lately as U.S. economic data heightened investor fears of a slowing economy and persistent inflation. This prompted a shift toward safer assets.

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About The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund XLU

The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund seeks to provide investment results that, before expenses, correspond generally to the price and yield performance of the Utilities Select Sector Index (the “Index”).The Index seeks to provide an effective representation of the utilities sector of the S&P 500 Index.Seeks to provide precise exposure to companies from the electric utilities; water utilities; multi-utilities, independent power and renewable electricity producers; and gas utility industries.Allows investors to take strategic or tactical positions at a more targeted level than traditional style based investing.