US retail investors drive surge in leveraged ETF trading

U.S. Individual Investors Boost Activity in Leveraged ETFs

Hey, fellow New Yorkers, have you noticed the latest craze on Wall Street? Yup, we’re talking about those leveraged single-stock ETFs. A recent study by Direxion, Vanda Research, and The Compound Insights found that **nearly 90%** of the trading in these ETFs is from individual investors like you and me. These bad boys let you […]

Which Growth Stock ETF is Better: Vanguard's VONG or iShares' IWO?

Comparing Growth Stock ETFs: VONG vs. IWO

Explore how each ETF’s sector mix, risk profile, and cost structure could shape your growth investing strategy. Vanguard Russell 1000 Growth ETF (VONG 0.47%) and iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF (IWO 1.17%) target different corners of the U.S. growth equity market, with VONG leaning large-cap and IWO focusing on small-cap stocks — resulting in notable […]

The Globe and Mail 2025 ETF Buyer’s Guide, Vol. 6 - Asset Allocation ETFs

2025 Guide to Asset Allocation ETFs: Volume 6

If you ever wonder why U.S. stocks have such a global pull, just check out how asset allocation ETFs are crafted. These funds mix bonds and stocks from the U.S., Canada, and beyond, all neatly packed into one. Interestingly, U.S. securities always seem to gather more weight compared to their Canadian counterparts or other international […]

Palantir Focused ETFs Spark Investor Interest: Here's Why - Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR)

Investor Enthusiasm Grows for ETFs Centered on Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR)

Market volatility—you just can’t escape it these days. Investors are increasingly focused on risk-adjusted strategies. Enter Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). The beauty of an ETF? You get exposure to high-growth stocks without carrying the “single-stock risk” that can keep you up at night. Palantir Technologies is making a splash. The company’s latest quarter performance went above […]