As the world continues to be powered by the internet of things (IoT), the heightened risk of a cyber attack remains, opening up more opportunity for ETFs like the Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG) . BUG seeks to provide investment results that generally correspond to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the Indxx Cybersecurity Index.
Digital wallets are taking the fintech world by storm. Among exchange traded funds, the ARK Fintech Innovation ETF ( ARKF ) is perhaps best-positioned to capitalize on the trend. Many investors are already familiar with digital wallets thanks to Cash App and Venmo, which come courtesy of Square ( NYSE : SQ ) and PayPal ( NASDAQ : PYPL ). Customers and investors are familiar with Cash App and Venmo as ways of transferring money, but the reality is that the digital wallet story is rapidly expanding.
Blockchain technology can add value to your exchange traded fund portfolio and do more than just track cryptocurrencies. In the recent webcast, Beyond Bitcoin: How Blockchain is Transforming the Investment Industry , Bill Belden, President, Amplify ETFs, highlighted the growth potential of blockchain technology.
Evolve Funds has become the second Canadian ETF issuer to secure regulatory approval for a directly backed bitcoin ETF. Canadian securities regulators have now cleared two bitcoin ETFs for launch. The Bitcoin ETF has been cleared by the Ontario Securities Commission and will list on Toronto Stock Exchange, subject to the exchange’s approval.
By Pedro Palandrani, Andrew Little, Global X Internet of Things Surging Demand Sparks Semiconductor Sales Growth Semiconductors are indispensable when it comes to the evolution of emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing hardware, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and others.
Clean energy and fintech are two of the premier disruptive technologies, yet in many cases, investors must get to them through individual funds. The ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF ( DTEC ) makes life easier for investors seeking exposure to both themes.
Some investors in North America will finally be able to access a Bitcoin exchange traded fund. Just not in the United States. Late Thursday, Canadian regulators approved the Purpose Bitcoin ETF , which will trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange ( TSE ) under the ticker ‘ BTCC ’. “This ETF is an alternative mutual fund.
Both the healthcare and technology sectors appear poised for more upside in 2021. With the ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF (CBOE: DTEC) , investors don’t have to choose between the two. DTEC tracks the Indxx Disruptive Technologies Index, which identifies companies using disruptive technologies across ten thematic areas, including Healthcare Innovation, Internet of Things, Clean Energy and Smart Grid, Cloud Computing, Data and Analytics, FinTech, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, 3D Printing, and Mobile Payments.
First Trust Global Portfolios has introduced the first ETF in Europe specifically to provide exposure to companies aligned to the theme of 5G technology. Rupert Haddon, Managing Director, Head of Sales at First Trust Global Portfolios. 5G – from Fifth Generation – refers to the latest generation of cellular mobile communications.
One of the hottest names in the investing world in 2020 was Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Funds. The legendary fund manager had some of the best performing ETFs of the year and also saw strong inflows of money put into her actively managed funds.
After the U.S., China is home to the most robust collection of companies credibly sporting the disruptive growth and innovative labels. What Happened : Those traits are captured in a new exchange-traded fund: The KraneShares SSE STAR Market 50 Index ETF (NYSE: KSTR ). The newest addition to KraneShares famed lineup of China and emerging market ETFs, KSTR tracks the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) Science and Technology Innovation Board 50 Index. “The Index is comprised of the 50 largest companies listed on the SSE Science and Technology Innovation Board (STAR Market) as determined by market capitalization and liquidity,” according to KraneShares .
Social distancing is helping to push the needle toward more telemedicine, which bodes well for ETFs like the Global X Telemedicine and Digital Health ETF (EDOC) . The fund is up 9% to start 2021. “Once considered to be merely a novel way to connect doctors with patients, telemedicine now is recognized as an essential tool in the fight to overcome Covid-19,” a Forbes article noted. “Since the start of this pandemic, there has been a nationwide push for treating non-emergency physical and mental illnesses with virtual office visits.
ARK Invest has identified five innovation platforms that are evolving today and generating new technological breakthroughs. Companies that are leading and benefiting from these technologies could present opportunities for long-term growth and capital appreciation.