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Royal Bank is the partner of BlackRock for the distribution of the iShares ETFs in Canada. But the Royal Bank platform also hosts a considerable number of RBC branded ETFs. The Bank recently expanded its ETF roster by adding RBC-branded ETFs that mirror existing actively managed mutual funds.
RBC NORTH AMERICAN GROWTH ETF $20.47 (NEO exchange symbol RNAG) invests in U.S....
RBC NORTH AMERICAN GROWTH ETF $20.47 (NEO exchange symbol RNAG) invests in U.S....
The growing commercial use of robots and computers with sophisticated learning and problem-solving skills continues to change the manufacturing and service sectors.
Here is a look at two exchange-traded funds that provide easy access to companies now leading the development of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation.
GLOBAL X ROBOTICS & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ETF $25.57 (Nasdaq symbol BOTZ; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $1.7 billion) invests in companies that benefit from the growing use of robotics and artificial intelligence.
The fund invests globally: the U.S....
Here is a look at two exchange-traded funds that provide easy access to companies now leading the development of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation.
GLOBAL X ROBOTICS & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ETF $25.57 (Nasdaq symbol BOTZ; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $1.7 billion) invests in companies that benefit from the growing use of robotics and artificial intelligence.
The fund invests globally: the U.S....
Most top international markets have rebounded since their big drop with the outbreak of the pandemic. Going forward, we think the outlook remains positive for quality stocks in those markets. One way to profit from their growth—while cutting your risk—is to invest in top ETFs.
Here’s a look at four international funds that we believe are suitable for your new buying....
Here’s a look at four international funds that we believe are suitable for your new buying....
The best ETFs offer low fees and diverse exposure to several companies operating in an economy or a specific industry or region. They don’t, however, eliminate market volatility, although their diversity usually cuts your risk of permanent loss. ETFs can also cut down research time required to analyze individual stocks when building a portfolio.
Meanwhile, here’s a 12-point checklist to help you find the gems among the rising number of ETFs out there for investors:
1) A stable and reputable parent company
Although ETFs are well regulated in both Canada and the U.S., investors still need to check which entities are responsible for the promotion and management of the ETF and its assets....
Meanwhile, here’s a 12-point checklist to help you find the gems among the rising number of ETFs out there for investors:
1) A stable and reputable parent company
Although ETFs are well regulated in both Canada and the U.S., investors still need to check which entities are responsible for the promotion and management of the ETF and its assets....
This month we feature an ETF that aims to deliver high income by using leverage and derivative instruments. The second comes from iShares and invests globally in companies that it sees as being at the forefront of electric and autonomous vehicle development.
MULVIHILL U.S....
MULVIHILL U.S....
After years of poorly managed government finances, instability in the banking system, punitive European Union bailout packages, and tough austerity measures, the Greek economy finally started to recover in 2018. But that progress was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by devastating wildfires, decades-high inflation, and rising interest rates.
The economy is now finally back to its pre-pandemic levels, although growth forecasts are scaled back amid higher interest rates and slowing consumer demand....
The economy is now finally back to its pre-pandemic levels, although growth forecasts are scaled back amid higher interest rates and slowing consumer demand....
One of the key attractions of exchange-traded funds is the lower fees compared to mutual funds. In addition, as more competitors entered the market, fees on many ETFs continue to drop.
One of the older U.S.-based funds with a large asset base and higher fees is the iSHARES MSCI CANADA ETF $35.03 (New York symbol EWC)....
One of the older U.S.-based funds with a large asset base and higher fees is the iSHARES MSCI CANADA ETF $35.03 (New York symbol EWC)....
ISHARES MSCI TAIWAN INDEX FUND, $44.95, is a buy for aggressive investors. The ETF (New York symbol EWT; buy or sell through brokers) gives you direct exposure to some of the top public companies of this East Asian powerhouse economy.
The fund’s largest holding is Taiwan Semiconductor at 22.3% of assets....
The major Canadian and U.S. stock markets, while still subject to volatility, continue to offer attractive returns for investors—especially if you buy the top stocks. All in all, we think that if you can afford to stay in the market for several years or longer, now is a good time for new buying....
A: iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF, $24.80, symbol XDIV on Toronto (Units outstanding: 31.5 million; Market cap: $781.2 million; www.blackrock.com/ca), tracks the MSCI Canada High Dividend Yield 10% Security Capped Index.
This index aims to invest in Canadian stocks with above-average dividend yields and steady or increasing dividends....
This index aims to invest in Canadian stocks with above-average dividend yields and steady or increasing dividends....