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ISHARES CORE MSCI CANADIAN QUALITY DIVIDEND INDEX ETF $30.08 (Toronto symbol XDIV; Units o/s: 57.8 million; Market cap: $1.7 billion; Dividend yield: 4.5%; www.blackrock.com/ca) aims to invest in Canadian stocks with above-average dividend yields and steady or increasing dividends....
When we last wrote about South Korea—in late 2022—we pointed out that the country’s stocks had seen a two-year run-up in prices and then a sharp decline. That left many high-quality companies trading at attractive valuations. Since that time the South Korean market has gained 25%, but is still well off its peak....
Banks and insurance companies have performed strongly over the past year, easily beating the main market indices. However, banks, in particular, use a lot of debt to boost returns, and are prone to volatility when they encounter problems.
We’ve always said most investors should diversify within the finance sector by holding not just banks, but also insurers, fund managers and so on....
We’ve always said most investors should diversify within the finance sector by holding not just banks, but also insurers, fund managers and so on....
ISHARES MSCI TAIWAN INDEX FUND, $53.60, 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 22.7% of assets....
The fund’s largest holding is Taiwan Semiconductor at 22.7% 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....
The underlying growth trends for healthcare remain strong as the global population grows older and emerging economies become wealthier.
Meanwhile, new technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) will serve to boost the already-strong prospects of healthcare stocks by improving the management of patient diagnostics, administrative processes, and drug discoveries....
Meanwhile, new technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) will serve to boost the already-strong prospects of healthcare stocks by improving the management of patient diagnostics, administrative processes, and drug discoveries....
iShares MSCI Canada Index Fund charges a high management fee you can avoid by choosing a similar, cheaper fund in its place.
Ireland was once known as “the Celtic Tiger” for the high economic growth rates it achieved between 1995 and 2007. However, the global financial crisis of 2008 to 2009 set the country back significantly. Growth only returned several years later. The economy suffered another big setback with the COVID-19 pandemic—Irish stocks have since soared to new highs.
All in all, the country’s low corporate tax rates, duty-free access to the valuable European marketplace, and a well-educated workforce remain attractive to large, multinational corporations.
Here’s an ETF that provides you with exposure to the top publicly listed Irish companies
ISHARES MSCI IRELAND ETF $67.36 (New York symbol EIRL; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $117.8 million) tracks the performance of the largest companies listed in Ireland.
Consumer Discretionary stocks account for 31% of its assets, while Healthcare (24%), Consumer Staples (15%), and Financial Services (12%) are other key segments.
The ETF holds a portfolio of 24 stocks; the top 10 holdings make up a considerable 76% of the portfolio....
All in all, the country’s low corporate tax rates, duty-free access to the valuable European marketplace, and a well-educated workforce remain attractive to large, multinational corporations.
Here’s an ETF that provides you with exposure to the top publicly listed Irish companies
ISHARES MSCI IRELAND ETF $67.36 (New York symbol EIRL; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $117.8 million) tracks the performance of the largest companies listed in Ireland.
Consumer Discretionary stocks account for 31% of its assets, while Healthcare (24%), Consumer Staples (15%), and Financial Services (12%) are other key segments.
The ETF holds a portfolio of 24 stocks; the top 10 holdings make up a considerable 76% of the portfolio....
Most successful investors hold a mix of stocks (or ETFs that hold them) in their portfolios. Indeed, one key component of a well-diversified portfolio is growth stocks. Note, however, that it’s very easy to confuse growth stocks with momentum stocks. Like growth stocks, momentum stocks often move up faster than the market averages....
Most top international markets have rebounded since their big drop at the start of the pandemic. Going forward, we think the outlook for quality stocks in those markets remains positive. 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 we see as suitable for your new buying....
Here’s a look at four international funds we see as suitable for your new buying....