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Growth this year for South Asia’s biggest economy is likely to come in at around 6%. That’s below its pre-pandemic growth rates of 8% or more, but it will still make India one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in 2023.


The country continues to face a weak healthcare system, poor infrastructure, and very slow implementation of much-needed economic and political reforms....

The Mexican manufacturing and export sectors have already grown significantly over the past two decades. But now, despite the country’s challenges, a unique set of circumstances present Mexico with an opportunity to develop these sectors even further. That will further advance it as a major manufacturing hub for North America.


Here is one ETF that provides exposure to the top Mexican publicly listed companies.


ISHARES MSCI MEXICO ETF $55.85 (New York symbol EWW; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $1.25 billion) tracks the performance of the largest publicly listed Mexican companies.


Consumer Defensive stocks account for 29% of its assets, while Financial Services (18%), Communication Services (16%), Industrials (15%), and Basic Materials (12%) are other key segments.


The ETF holds a portfolio of 44 stocks; the top 10 holdings make up a sizeable 64% of holdings....

Most top global markets have rebounded since their big drop at the outbreak of the pandemic. Going forward, we think the outlook remains positive for quality stocks. One way to profit from that—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....

The safest investments in Canada, are Canadian funds like ETFs or mutual funds that aim to equal the performance of a Canadian market index.

The free market-orientated economy of Sweden is complemented by a comprehensive welfare system. Despite a high-tax regime, the country ranks among the most competitive in the world and is home to a range of successful multinational companies.


The country faces near-term challenges—households and businesses are under pressure from high inflation and rising interest rates....

ISHARES CANADIAN SELECT DIVIDEND INDEX ETF $28.00 (Toronto symbol XDV) lets you hold 30 of the highest-yielding Canadian stocks. The ETF also considers dividend growth and payout ratios to make its selections.


The weight of any one stock holding is limited to 10% of the fund’s assets....

ISHARES MSCI TAIWAN INDEX FUND, $40.93, 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 21.3% of assets....

The major Canadian and U.S. stock markets, while still subject to volatility, continue to offer attractive returns for investors—and 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....

Traditionally, the price of most stocks, and the ETFs that hold them, drop during bear markets like the one we saw in 2022. However, certain segments generally perform better than the overall market during downturns—and bounce back faster, including during the 2000-2002 and 2008-2009 bear markets.


Below, we highlight three ETFs focused on resilient market segments: value stocks, military defence and healthcare....

ISHARES CORE MSCI CANADIAN QUALITY DIVIDEND INDEX ETF $24 (Toronto symbol XDIV; Units outstanding: 29.9 million; Market cap: $717.6 million; Dividend yield: 4.1%; www.blackrock.com/ca) aims to invest in Canadian stocks with above-average dividend yields and steady or increasing dividends....