Best Ronald DeLegge Podcasts (2025)

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ETF Battles: JEPI vs. ISPY vs. GPIX - A Covered Call Income ETF Rumble! 30:35

13d ago30:35

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In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple header between high income covered call ETFs from JPMorgan Asset Management (JEPI) vs. ProShares (ISPY) vs. Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GPIX). Who wins the battle? Program judges Shana Sissel and David Dierking examine this ETF showdown with fun…

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First Look ETF: Active Strategies for Earning High Income and S&P 500 Investing 17:32

18d ago17:32

17:32

In this season 5 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Joe Becker, Director, Product Management at Innovator ETFs 3. Clark Allen, CFA, CPA, CAIA, Head of ETFs at Horizon Investments 4. Maurits Pot, F…

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Behind the Move: ETFs with Gold and Commodities are Booming! 16:21

22d ago16:21

16:21

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments. This episode examines top trends in commodities like gold, copper, natural gas and other commodities along with corresponding ETFs. Copper's strong 2025 performance has put ETFs like the United States Copper Index Fund (CPER) on investo…

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ETF Battle: DIVI vs. VYMI - International dividend stocks - Who wins? 25:59

28d ago25:59

25:59

In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested duel between international dividend stock ETFs from Franklin Templeton (DIVI) vs. Vanguard (VYMI). Who wins the battle? Program judges Shana Sissel and David Dierking examine this dividend ETF showdown with funds that use dividend income strategies. Each E…

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The ETF Trade: Gold, Tesla, Mag 7 Stocks, AI and More! 11:48

1M ago11:48

11:48

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with Douglas Yones, CEO at Direxion about top market trends and big moves in ETF trading. Topics covered includes a discussion of Direxion's ETFs linked to gold miners, semiconductors, Mag 7 stocks like Tesla and Nvidia, along with the cybersecurity and big pharma stocks. ********* To lear…

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Safe Havens: The Enduring Stability of Precious Metals in Turbulent Times 20:51

1M ago20:51

20:51

In this episode of Shifting Energy (Season 2), Steven Schoffstall, Director, ETF Product Management and John Kinnane, Director, Key Accounts at Sprott Asset Management chat about how investors are navigating bumpy markets and global trade wars with assets like gold and silver. This episode also analyzes critical materials like copper and uranium al…

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First Look ETF: Active Bond and Equity Strategies for Beating High Market Volatility 29:32

2M ago29:32

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In this season 5 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Kyle DeTullio, ETF Capital Markets Specialist, Thrivent Asset Management 3. John Spears, Managing Director Tweedy, Browne 4. Kevin Kelly, Founde…

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ETF Battles: Do Equal Weight S&P 500 Funds Offer Any Investment Upside? 20:00

2M ago20:00

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In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple-header between equal weighted equity ETFs from Invesco S&P 500 (RSP) vs. Invesco Russell 1000 (EQAL) vs. Invesco S&P 100 (EQWL). Who wins the battle? Program judges Tony Dong and Mike Akins examine this dividend ETF showdown with funds that use divi…

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ETF Battles: Dividend Safety? Watch SCHD vs. DIVB vs. SPDG! 25:10

2M ago25:10

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In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple-header between dividend equity ETFs from Blackrock iShares (DIVB), Charles Schwab (SCHD) and State Street Global Advisors (SPDG). Who wins the battle? Program judges Tony Dong and Mike Akins examine this dividend ETF showdown with funds that use div…

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Active ETF Strategies Aimed at Faster Dividend Growth vs. the S&P 500 11:17

2M ago11:17

11:17

In this episode of Spotlight, Brittany Mason @etfguide chats with Chandler Nichols, VP, ETF Product Development at Advisors Asset Management about income opportunities with dividend growth stocks, preferred securities and shorter duration bonds. ETF tickers mentioned in this episode include 1. AAM Low Duration Preferred & Income Securities ETF (PFL…

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Global Trade Wars: Unraveling the Impact on Critical Materials Markets 12:03

2M ago12:03

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In this episode of Shifting Energy (Season 2), Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Steven Schoffstall, Director, ETF Product Management at Sprott Asset Management about the impact of global trade wars on critical materials like copper, silver and uranium. Beyond today's policymaking chaos, this episode analyzes the big picture energy transition. It…

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First Look ETF: Finding Value & Investing in Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio with Income Potential 28:11

2M ago28:11

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In this season 5 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Robert Bierig, Partner, Portfolio Manager, Harris | Oakmark 3. Brian Ferguson, Senior Portfolio Manager, Newton Investment Management 4. Adam Pa…

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ETF Battles: A Dividend Income Duel with CGDV vs. DIVO vs. FDVV! 25:13

3M ago25:13

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In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple-header between dividend equity ETFs from Amplify (DIVO), Capital Group (CGDV), and Fidelity Investments (FDVV). Who wins the battle? Program judges David Dierking and Shana Sissel examine this dividend ETF showdown with funds that use income strateg…

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ETF Battles: Alternative Strategies for Beating Stock Market Volatility - A QUADRUPLE HEADER 30:32

3M ago30:32

30:32

In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees another audience requested quadruple-header ETF contest, this time between ALT or alternative strategy ETFs from AFG (BTAL), Simplify (CTA), KraneShares (KMLM), and Toews (MRSK). Who wins the battle? Program judges David Dierking and Shana Sissel examine this trend following ET…

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ETF Battles: Watch Nasdaq QQQ Covered Call ETFs, it's QQQI vs. QDTE! 18:39

3M ago18:39

18:39

In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested ETF contest between Nasdaq QQQ high income covered call ETFs: NEOS It's the Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF (QQQI) vs. Roundhill Innov-100 0DTE Covered Call Strat ETF (QDTE). Who wins the battle? Program judges Athan Psarofagis at Bloomberg and David Kreinces a…

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First Look ETF: Active ETF Strategies for Value and Global Equity Investors 25:02

3M ago25:02

25:02

In this season 5 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Adrian Jones, Portfolio Manager, Senior Research Analyst, First Eagle Investments 3. Billy Hwan, CFA, CPA, Portfolio Manager, Parnassus Investme…

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Beyond the Index: How Small Cap and REIT Investing is Advancing for ETF Investors 16:07

4M ago16:07

16:07

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating the shortcomings of traditional cap weighted market indexes. Financial advisors and ETF investors alike should take note. Also discussed are investment opportunities fo…

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ETF Battles: A Mag 7 Big Tech Growth Stock Duel with TECL vs. FNGU vs. MAGX! 19:40

4M ago19:40

19:40

In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested ETF contest between Mag 7 growth stock and big technology focused leveraged ETFs. Watch Direxion's (TECL) vs. Roundhill's (MAGX) vs. Microsector's (FNGU) face off! Who wins the battle? Program judges Athan Psarofagis at Bloomberg and David Kreinces at ETFP…

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First Look ETF: Unlocking Income and Value in the Stock Market 17:25

4M ago17:25

17:25

In this season 5 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Catherine LeGraw, GMO Asset Allocation Portfolio Strategist 3. James Jessup, Income Strategist, Virtus ETF Solutions ********* First Look ETF is…

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Best Emerging Markets ETF? See AVEM vs. DFAE vs. SPEM vs. VWO on #ETFBattles 22:41

5M ago22:41

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In this Season 6 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested quadruple-header ETF contest, this time between emerging market stock ETFs from Avantis (AVEM), Dimensional (DFAE), State Street Global Advisors (SPEM), and Vanguard (VWO). Who wins the battle? Program judges Mike Akins and Tony Dong examine this emerging …

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ETF Battles: SHOCKING OUTCOME in a Triple Header between VYMI vs. SCHF vs. LVHI! 23:56

5M ago23:56

23:56

In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees another audience requested triple-header ETF contest, this time between international stock ETFs from Charles Schwab (SCHF), Franklin Templeton (LVHI), and Vanguard (VYMI). Who wins the battle? Program judges David Dierking and Shana Sissel examine this international stock ETF …

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First Look ETF: Unlocking the Benefits of Actively Managed ETFs for Dividends and Growth Investors 20:48

6M ago20:48

20:48

In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Eric Biegeleisen, CFA, Deputy CIO, 3EDGE Asset Management 3. Dolores Bamford, CFA, Co-CEO, Eventide Asset Management 4. Rob Haugen, CIO, River1 …

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Why Financial Gurus Are Selling You Dreams, Not Reality: The Math Behind Their Bad Advice 11:23

6M ago11:23

11:23

In this episode, Ron DeLegge @etfguide chats with @DavidMcKnight , a financial advisor and best-selling author about his new book titled "The Guru Gap: How America’s Financial Gurus Are Leading You Astray, and How to Get Back on Track." You'll learn about why financial gurus like Dave Ramsey, Suze Orman and others often provide cookie-cutter advice…

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A Gold ETF that Offers Income Potential and a Top Rated Commodities ETF Revealed! 13:39

6M ago13:39

13:39

In this episode of Spotlight, Jacqueline Schadeck @etfguide chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments. This episode examines the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on oil and energy markets. We'll also examine a gold ETF that offers income potential, which could be suited for investors who want cash flow on their…

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First Look ETF: Strategies for Targeting AI, Tax-Free Income and Money Markets 23:55

7M ago23:55

23:55

In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide analyzes the latest ETF marketplace trends with NYSE and guests. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Daniel Hoverman, Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Texas Capital Bank 3. Alex Petrone, Director of Fixed Income at Rockefeller Asset Man…

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The Case for Active Bond, REIT and Small Cap ETFs over Passive Strategies 18:48

7M ago18:48

18:48

In this episode of Spotlight, Jaqueline Schadeck @etfguide with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating stubborn inflation, high interest rates and active solutions for fixed income and equity investors. ETF tickers mentioned in this episode ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF (…

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Bitcoin vs. Gold: The Ultimate Investment Showdown on #ETFBattles 17:05

7M ago17:05

17:05

In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees matchup of King Kong vs. Godzilla between ETFs tracking bitcoin and gold. This episode features the ultimate showdown between the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and SPDR Gold Trust (GLD). Who wins the battle? Program judges David Dierking and Dave Kreinces examine this ETF invest…

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Semiconductor SOXL and Single Stock ETFs Gain Momentum 10:35

7M ago10:35

10:35

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with Ed Egilinksy, Head of Sales and Distribution & Alternatives at Direxion. Topics covered include stock market trends the semiconductor and technology sector, single stock ETFs along with big moves in Chinese stocks and U.S. Treasuries. Also discussed are ETF strategies for the U.S. Pre…

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ETF Battles: TOP QUALITY Stocks at a Fair Price? Here's GARP vs. SPHQ vs. RECS! 20:12

7M ago20:12

20:12

In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple-header between the quality stock ETFs from Blackrock (GARP), Invesco (SPHQ) and ColumbiaThreadNeedle (RECS). Who wins the battle? Program judges Athanasios Psarofagis and John Davi examine this quality stock market ETF contest to see which is the be…

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First Look ETF: Finding Quality Growth Stocks and Strategies for Diffusing Volatility 22:08

8M ago22:08

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In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Ron DeLegge @etfguide examines the latest ETF trends in growth investing, how to find quality companies in the stock market and strategies for diffusing stock market volatility. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Lance McGray, Head of ETF Product at Advisors Asset Managem…

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A Breast Cancer Survivor's Inspiring Journey and the PINK ETF 20:29

8M ago20:29

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In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge @etfguide speaks with Shana Sissel at Banríon Capital Management about her breast cancer journey and inspiring recovery. October is breast cancer awareness month and a reminder of the importance of screening. Also, it's a reminder to support all who have been diagnosed. The PINK ETF from Simplify invests in…

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ETF Battles: Which High Yield Dividend ETF is Better? See QQQI vs. SPYI! 25:43

8M ago25:43

25:43

In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested matchup between high yield income and dividend ETFs from NEOS. It's QQQI vs. SPYI. Who wins the battle? Program judges Mike Akins and Shana Sissel examine this audience requested ETF contest to see which is the better choice. Each ETF is judged against the…

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First Look ETF: Why Small Company Stocks Could Be an Attractive Investment Opportunity 13:14

9M ago13:14

13:14

In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide analyzes the latest ETF marketplace trends and recently launched small cap equity ETFs from Harbor Capital. The guest lineup for this episode includes: 1. Maital Legum, NYSE 2. Kristof Gleich, President & Chief Investment Officer at Harbor Capital ********* First Look ETF is sp…

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Building a Bulletproof Dividend Portfolio: Diversification Tips 15:36

9M ago15:36

15:36

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about ETF strategies for diversifying dividend income. Using various dividend income strategies vs. a one-trick pony approach helps investors and financial advisors to build a more robust, well-rounded and potentially stable …

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ETF Battles: Which Fallen Angels High Yield Bond ETF is the Best Choice? 17:37

9M ago17:37

17:37

n this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested matchup between so-called "fallen angels" bond ETFs. Watch a showdown between Blackrock (FALN) vs. VanEck (ANGL). Who wins the battle? "Fallen angels" are bonds who have been demoted to junk debt status from top notch investment grade debt. And it's these t…

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ETF Battles: Factor Investing - Which ETF is the Top Choice for Stock Market Investors? 18:31

9M ago18:31

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple header matchup between three factor ETFs. Watch a showdown between Invesco (OMFL and SPGP) vs. VanEck (MOAT). Who wins the battle? Factor ETFs use various screens like dividends, profitability and volatility to select stocks. Factor ETFs come in two…

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Earn and Grow: Examining Dividend ETFs with Big Growth Potential 15:52

9M ago15:52

15:52

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge @etfguide speaks with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors about investing and ETF strategies for navigating changes to U.S. interest rates. Topics covered include ETF strategies for dividends, equity growth and tax-exempt income. Also discussed: The impact of a new cycle of lower…

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First Look ETF: Examining Covered Call Equity Strategies, Tax-Exempt Munibonds & Small Caps 20:52

10M ago20:52

20:52

In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide examines recently launched ETFs from Cullen Capital Management, Goldman Sachs Asset Management and OneAscent Investments. The featured ETFs in this episode focus on innovators in the equity income strategies, tax-exempt municipal bond income and small cap equity growth investin…

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ETF Battles: Analyzing a Triple-Header "Alternatives" Showdown 28:05

10M ago28:05

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an audience requested triple header matchup between three ALT or alternative strategy ETFs from AFG (BTAL), Alpha Architect (CAOS) and WisdomTree (GCC). Who wins the battle? With stock market volatility spiking higher, some investors are looking to "ALTS" or "alternatives" to d…

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Investing in Commodities to Diversify against Stock Market Risk and Inflation 11:59

10M ago11:59

11:59

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments. We discuss the role of commodities inside a diversified investment portfolio along with trends in commodity prices like copper, gold and oil. Plus, we cover the global transition towards sustainable energy solutions and the potential ET…

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First Look ETF: Analyzing New ETFs for Ethereum, Growth Stocks and Fixed Income 19:37

10M ago19:37

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In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide analyzes recently launched ETFs from Nightview Capital, ProShares and Harbor Capital. The featured ETFs in this episode focus on innovators in the artificial intelligence arena, capital protection strategies and international growth investing. The guest lineup for this episode …

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First Look ETF: Focus on AI Innovators, Capital Protection & Growth Overseas 23:02

10M ago23:02

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In this season 4 episode of First Look ETF, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide analyzes recently launched ETFs from TCW, Calamos Investments and Pacer ETFs. The featured ETFs in this episode focus on innovators in the artificial intelligence arena, capital protection strategies and international growth investing. The guest lineup for this episode includes…

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ETF Battles: Mega Cap Growth Stocks vs. Pure Technology - Which is the Better Choice? 20:22

10M ago20:22

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referee an audience requested matchup between a pair of Vanguard equity ETFs (MGK vs. VGT) tracking mega cap growth stocks and technology stocks. Who wins the battle? What's the best way to get an angle on leading stock market performers? Is it via ETFs linked to mega cap growth stocks …

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ETF Battles: Best Small/Midcap Stock ETF? Watch Invesco vs. Vanguard! 22:15

11M ago22:15

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referee an audience requested quadruple header matchup between the small and midcap stock ETFs from Invesco (EQAL and XMHQ) vs. Vanguard (VO and VXF). Who wins the battle? Despite lagging performance of small and midcap stocks over the past few years compared to large and megacap stocks…

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ETF Battles: ARKK vs. VGT - Growth Investors for or against Cathie Wood? 20:47

11M ago20:47

20:47

In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referee an audience requested matchup between the actively managed ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) versus the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT). Who wins the battle? After a few years of hot performance, ARKK and Cathie Wood have experience a swift fall from grace with years of underp…

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ETF Battles: What's the best bond ETF for investors? 19:30

12M ago19:30

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referee an audience requested triple-header ETF contest between funds linked to bonds. It's Avantis (AVIG) vs. Dimensional (DFCF) and BlackRock (USBF). Who wins the battle? As of early 2024, the total assets invested in bond ETFs have reached approximately $1.4 trillion. This market has…

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Why Preferred Securities might be the Sweet Spot in Fixed Income 15:54

1y ago15:54

15:54

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron DeLegge II @etfguide chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETFs at Advisors Asset Management about income opportunities with preferred securities and why they could be the sweet spot for fixed income investors. You'll learn about an ETF that tracks global innovators across various industry sectors from software to healt…

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Spotlight: Beating Inflation and High Rates with Active Income Strategies 15:25

1y ago15:25

15:25

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton @etfguide chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating stubborn inflation, high interest rates and active solutions for fixed income and equity investors. ETF tickers mentioned in this episode ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond …

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ETF Battles: Best ETF for Stocks in India? INDY vs. NFTY Face Off! 21:40

1y ago21:40

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In this Season 5 episode of ETF Battles, Ron DeLegge @etfguide referees an ETF contest between ETFs linked to stocks from India. It's BlackRock (INDY) vs. First Trust (NFTY). Find out who wins the battle! India is the second largest emerging market after China. It's got a deep pool and talented workforce, friendly government policies, technological…

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Spotlight: How AI is helping this ETF to Trade Better 11:36

1y ago11:36

11:36

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden @etfguide speaks with Ryan Pannell, CEO at Kaiju Worldwide about the decision making challenges facing stock market investors and how the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF is built to deal with them. Using artificial intelligence or AI, the BTD Capital Fund (DIP) ETF plugs into a robust data framework for its in…

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