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The market anticipates imminent significant interest rate cuts and is also concerned about a potential economic slowdown. This puts a premium on blue-chip, defensive high-yield stocks. We share some of the most attractive risk-adjusted opportunities right now.
The TMX VettaFi business segment is less than a year old, but it is already getting recognized for the breadth of its capabilities. Last week, we were named a finalist by ETF Express in four award categories.
Investing in dividend-growth stocks is arguably the best way to build a passive income snowball. We discuss why this is. We also discuss 10 big dividend growers that can help build a powerful passive income snowball.
The risk of a recession hitting the economy is rising. As a result, investors may want to batten down the hatches. We share three funds that we would buy to protect us from a recession if we could only own three.
The “juice” in the article title does not refer to orange juice futures like in the classic film “Trading Places,” but electricity. Reuters recently reported that at the power auction for the U.S.'s largest electrical grid operator, PJM Interconnection, prices soared 800% from $269.92 megawatts per day from $28.
Summary MLPs/midstream are not particularly rate sensitive but could see some benefits as interest rates move lower. With fixed income yields moderating, investors may decide to look to MLPs/midstream for income when making new allocations.
Alerian MLP ETF has steadily appreciated past pre-pandemic levels, generating large amounts of yield for shareholders. The AMLP ETF has outpaced the risk-free rate of return with its dividend yield and is expected to continue growing its dividend. AMLP could continue to appreciate as demand for energy grows, supermajors increase production, and MLPs see increased demand for their services.
Energy infrastructure is growing and high yielding despite green initiatives. Alerian MLP ETF focuses on midstream energy infrastructure with a portfolio of 14 holdings. The AMLP ETF outperforms peers, offers lower volatility, and has a 7.3% yield, but legislative changes could pose risks.
SS&C ALPS Advisors launched a new ETF on July 11 that focuses on natural resources. The ALPS CoreCommodity Natural Resources ETF (CCNR) aims to offer pure-play exposure to the space.
Many investors are considering an allocation to an MLP ETF as the segment continues to offer generous income and compelling returns. The two largest MLP ETFs have important differences that investors should consider before investing in either fund.
U.S. energy production surpassed U.S. demand by a record amount last year, highlighting the need for growing exports. The U.S. has been energy independent since 2019, when it exported more energy than it imported for the first time in decades.