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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....
iShares MSCI Germany Fund & Australia ETF benefit from eased supply chain bottlenecks in Europe as well as Asian-Pacific commodity opportunities.
The Chinese economy expanded rapidly between 2000 and 2019 when annual growth averaged a high 9%. It has recovered from the pandemic, but its growth trajectory going forward is uncertain. That’s because of factors like the trade war with the U.S. and other Western countries (including a ban on AI chip exports to China), as well as a major property sector downturn....
ISHARES MSCI TAIWAN INDEX FUND, $55.27, 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 23.8% 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....
This month we discuss a new, competitively priced ETF holding physical gold, as well as a fund aiming to ride the artificial intelligence wave.
BMO GOLD BULLION ETF $34.29 (Toronto symbol ZGLD) aims to replicate the performance of the price of gold bullion, net of fees and expenses....
BMO GOLD BULLION ETF $34.29 (Toronto symbol ZGLD) aims to replicate the performance of the price of gold bullion, net of fees and expenses....
The Italian economy has recovered well from the pandemic setback, but growth slowed last year as high energy costs and interest rates weighed on consumers. Unemployment, especially among the youth, has improved, but a large, untaxed informal sector (see box next page) and high government debt remain challenges.
Still, the country is home to some exceptional companies, such as Ferrari, that flourish despite the difficult overall economic situation.
Here is one ETF that provides exposure to the top public companies in Italy.
ISHARES MSCI ITALY ETF $37.51 (New York symbol EWI; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $412.5 million) invests in publicly listed Italian companies.
Financial companies account for 32% of its assets, while Consumer Cyclicals (22.0%), Utilities (16%), Energy (8%), and Industrials (9%) are other key segments.
The ETF holds a portfolio of 24 stocks; the top 10 comprise 66% of its assets....
Still, the country is home to some exceptional companies, such as Ferrari, that flourish despite the difficult overall economic situation.
Here is one ETF that provides exposure to the top public companies in Italy.
ISHARES MSCI ITALY ETF $37.51 (New York symbol EWI; TSINetwork ETF Rating: Aggressive; Market cap: $412.5 million) invests in publicly listed Italian companies.
Financial companies account for 32% of its assets, while Consumer Cyclicals (22.0%), Utilities (16%), Energy (8%), and Industrials (9%) are other key segments.
The ETF holds a portfolio of 24 stocks; the top 10 comprise 66% of its assets....
Most top international markets have rebounded since their big drop at the start 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 we see as suitable for your new buying....
Here’s a look at four international funds we see as suitable for your new buying....