Zacks Investment Research

ETF Spotlight

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Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Quantum Computing: The Next AI Investment Opportunity? 29.06.2026

We examine the investment case for quantum computing, which is moving from theory to reality. (0:45) - What Exactly Is Quantum Computing? (7:00) - What Industry Will Be Impacted The Most From Quantum Computing? (10:30) - AI vs Quantum Computing (14:20) - Which Tech Giant Will Benefit From Quantum Computing? (18:10) - Where Can You Find Pure Play Investments For Quantum Computing? (25:20) - What Im...

Beyond the Mag 7: Finding the Real Winners of the AI Boom 22.06.2026

We dive into the top-performing AI and Electrification ETFs. (1:30) - What Are Super Cycles And How Can You Invest In Them? (8:05) - VistaShares Artificial Intelligence Supercycle ETF: AIS (18:25) - VistaShares Electrification Supercycle ETF: POW (26:30) - Episode Roundup: MU, AMD, MRVL, POWL Podcast@Zacks.com

Best ETF Ideas for the Rest of 2026 15.06.2026

We discuss the market outlook and investing strategies for the second half of 2026. (1:10) - Breaking Down The Current Market Turbulence (7:15) - How Should You Be Positioning Your Portfolio Right Now? (12:00) - Should You Consider Small Cap And Emerging Market Investments? (17:00) - Diversifying Your Portfolio By Investing Into Real Assets (20:35) - What Investments Should You Consider For Fixed...

SpaceX IPO Frenzy: Inside the Hottest Space ETF 02.06.2026

We discuss the SpaceX IPO and the NASA ETF. (1:00) - Why Should Investors Care About The Space Economy? (4:20) - SpaceX IPO vs. SPV (9:45) - Will Tema Continue To Buy More SpaceX (15:00) - Tema Space Innovators ETF: NASA (18:20)- Tema Durable Quality ETF: TOLL (21:00) - Episode Roundup: RKLB, ASTS, FLY, PL Podcast@Zacks.com

Invest in High-Quality Companies With Buyback & Dividend ETFs 26.05.2026

We discuss the case for buyback, dividend growth, and momentum strategies. (0:45) - Why Should Investors Care About Share Buybacks? (5:35) - ProShares S&P 500 Buyback Aristocrats ETF: BUYB (11:00) - ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF: NOBL (15:30) - Breaking Down The Current Market Valuations (21:10) - ProShares S&P Technology Dividend Aristocrats ETF: TDV (27:20) - ProShares Nasdaq-100 Do...

Beyond NVIDIA: The Next Phase of the AI Investment Boom 19.05.2026

We discuss AI infrastructure, quantum computing, and modern warfare ETFs. (1:00) - Breaking Down Big Tech Earnings and The AI Trade (4:30) - Where Should You Be Looking To Invest Right Now? (8:00) - Defiance AI and Power Infrastructure ETF: AIPO (11:05) - Should You Consider Investing Into Quantum Computing? (13:50) - Defiance Quantum ETF: QTUM (17:00) - Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF: JEDI...

Smart Retirement Planning: Balancing Taxes, Risk, and Returns 04.05.2026

We discuss retirement investing, buffer ETFs, and inflation hedges. (1:00) - What Retirement Account Works Best For You? (5:40) - Should You Consider A Roth IRA Conversion? (8:50) - Do Buffer ETFs Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? (11:30) - Should You Be Using TIPS ETFs To Protect From Inflation? (14:40) - Is Now a good Time To Invest In Commodities? (16:30) - Should You Be Investing Into Municip...

Memory Mania, Mag 7 Rebound, & More 20.04.2026

We discuss red-hot memory stocks, the Mag 7 rebound, and some other interesting areas. (1:00) - What Is Behind The Recent Surge In Memory Stocks? (4:45) - How Will Google's New Approach Impact The Industry? (6:40) - Roundhill Memory ETF: DRAM (10:00) - Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF: MAGS (15:25) - Roundhill Meme Stock ETF: MEME (19:40) - What Themes Should Investors Be Watching Right Now? (22:30...

Space Stocks Are Taking Off. Here's Why 13.04.2026

Space stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more. Space stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more. (1:20) - What Was The Significance of Artemis 2 For Investors? (7:00) - How Excited Should You Be For A SpaceX IPO? (12:45) - How Soon Can We Expect Data Centers In Space? (21:20) - Procure Space ETF: UFO (36:20) - Episode Roundup...

Are Energy Stocks and ETFs Still a Buy After the Rally? 06.04.2026

Energy led the market in Q1. Can the rally continue? (1:00) - What Should Investors Know About The Differences Between Brent and WTI? (5:10) - What Impact Will The War Have On Refinery Products? (8:15) - Breaking Down The Current Performance of Energy Subsectors (14:00) - How Long Could We Expect This War To Continue and What Impact Will It Have On Crude Oil Prices? (19:10) - Will We See More Inve...

How BWET Became the Year's Top ETF, Up 350% 23.03.2026

Global shipping disruptions have sent this tiny ETF skyrocketing. (0:45) - What Is The Importance of The Strait of Hormuz and What Is The Impact of The Closure? (4:40) - Key Global Transportation Routes and Their Current Situations (8:15) - What Impact Has The War Had On Global Shipping Costs and How Does It Compare To The Pandemic (14:05) - Breaking Down Cargo Vessel Classes And How They Have Bee...

Top Themes for 2026: AI, Defense, and Infrastructure 23.02.2026

BlackRock's Jay Jacobs discusses thematic investing ideas for 2026. (1:00) - Investing Into The Next Growth Cycle For AI (4:05) - What Are The Current Risks When Investing Into AI Right Now? (7:15)  - What Should Investors Expect From The Current Volatility When Investing Into Cryptocurrencies? (10:05) - Themes To Watch When Looking To Diversify Your Portfolio In 2026 (17:45) - Episode Roundup: AR...

Can the Aerospace and Defense Rally Continue in 2026? 09.02.2026

We discuss the outlook for the sector following a strong rally. (1:00) - European Defense Industry: How Are NATO Alliances Funded? (10:10) - Middle East Dynamic: What Should Investors Expect? (13:45) - Navigating The Current Defense Industry: Where Should You Look To Invest? (21:20) - Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF: GCAD (25:00) - Episode Roundup: GCAD, ITA, XAR, EUAD, SHLD Podcast@Z...

Smart Investing: How to Avoid Mistakes & Build Lasting Wealth 03.02.2026

LTCM co-founder Victor Haghani discusses a better approach to long-term investing. (1:10) - Lessons from the Collapse of Long-Term Capital Management (8:45) - The Missing Billionaires: A Guide To Better Financial Decisions (16:00) - Investing Games To Use And Learn' (29:50) - Should Investors Continue To Invest Into International Markets? (34:35) - Episode Roundup: ELM, VTI, SCHB, VWO Podcast@Zack...

Why Investors Are Turning to Autocallable ETFs for Higher Income 26.01.2026

We discuss how autocallable ETFs work and how they should be used. (1:00) - What Exactly Is An Autocallable When It Comes To Investing? (7:15) - Should You Be Investing Into This Industry Right Now? (16:40) - What Is The Best Way To Gain Exposure To Autocallable Investing? (27:00) - Episode Roundup: CAIE,  CAIQ Podcast@Zacks.com

How to Position Your ETF Portfolio for 2026 12.01.2026

We discuss the market outlook and how investors should position their portfolios. (1:15) - Overall Market Outlook For 2026 (5:00) - How Should Investors Navigate The AI Industry Right Now? (9:20) - Fixed Income Investing: Will Bonds Continue To Perform Well Through 2026? (13:10) - Portfolio Positioning For 2026: What Areas Should Investors Be Watching? (15:20) - Breaking Down The Current State of...

The Biggest ETF Stories of 2025 and the 2026 Outlook 22.12.2025

Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas breaks down ETFs' record-breaking 2025 and what lies ahead. (1:10) - Breaking Down The Most Recent ETF Flows (5:40) - Is The ETF Industry Beginning To Have Too Many Strategies Available? (10:30) - What Were The Best New ETFs of 2025? (14:00) - Has There Been More Foreign Investor Interest In U.S. Asset ETFs? (19:05) - How Diversified Should Investors Really Be Outside Th...

Positioning for 2026: Market Outlook and ETF Strategies 15.12.2025

We discuss the best investing strategies for 2026. (1:10) - Will The Stock Market Continue To Rally In 2026? (4:55) - What Risks Should Investors Be Aware of Going Forward? (8:05) - Are We Currently In An AI Bubble? (11:00) - Will The 2025 Top Market Performers Continue Through 2026? (15:20) - What Themes And Investing Strategies Should Investors Be Watching? (19:40) - Breaking Down Current ETF Fl...

Top Thematic Investing Opportunities for 2026 08.12.2025

We discuss the thematic outlook for 2026 and the key themes investors should keep on their radar. (1:00) - What Impact Will Artificial General Intelligence Have On Tech Going Forward? (6:20) - Why Have Data Centers And Power Restricted AI Expansion? (10:10) - Who Stands To Benefit The Most As The AI Ecosystem Evolves? (13:30) - Are We In An AI Bubble? (16:45) - Top Investment Themes To Keep On You...

Buffett Loves Japan. Should You? 24.11.2025

From political change to corporate reform, Japan's market is heating up. Here's what investors need to know. (0:50) - What Should Investors Know About Japan's New Prime Minister And Their Policies (6:25) - What Is Currently Driving Japan's Equity Rally? (13:00) - ETFs Investors Should Consider When Looking For Exposure In Japan (16:40) - What Other interests Should Investors Be Aware of When Inves...

Quality Over Hype: Investing Wisely for the Long Term 10.11.2025

Nancy Tengler shares her market outlook and favorite stocks. (1:00) - Breaking Down The Most Recent Earnings Results From Technology Stocks (5:00) - Should Investors Be Concerned With The Recent Shorting In AI Stocks? (9:40) - Is The Stock Market Due For A Correction? (12:10) - What Companies Stand To Benefit From The Current Consumer Spending Trends? (15:20) - Should You Consider Adding Bank Stoc...

Investing the Buffett Way: Lessons for Today's Investors 03.11.2025

We discuss what Buffett's retirement means for Berkshire and investors. (1:00) - Warren Buffett's Retirement and Impact On Berkshire Hathaway (8:45) - Breaking Down Berkshire Hathaway's Equity Portfolio: What Investors Need To Know Right Now (16:30) - The Warren Buffett Premium: Who Will Takeover and Will They Continue The Investment Track Record (20:40) - Will The Berkshire Hathaway Meetings Stil...

From Gold to Uranium: Inside the Metals Boom of 2025 28.10.2025

We discuss the outlook for metals and miners, which have surged this year. (1:00) - Should Investors Expect To See Gold Push New Highs? (5:05) - What Is Driving Silver Prices So High? (9:00) - Are Mining ETFs A Good Investment Right Now? (11:50) - How Can Investors Benefit From Uranium? (25:45) - Is There A Specific Commodity Theme Investors Should Stick With? (27:40) - Episode Roundup: SGDM, SGDJ...

What's Driving the Surge in Rare Earth Stocks 21.10.2025

Here's what you need to know about critical materials, the latest front in the trade war. (1:00) - What Are Rare Earth Materials That Investors Should Know About (8:30) - How Did China Create A Monopoly For Rare Earth Materials? (13:40) - What Are Other Countries Doing To Strengthen their Supply Chains? (18:35) - VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF: REMX (24:00) - Where Should Investors Be...

The Next Phase of AI & the Power of Trusted Brands 13.10.2025

As AI reshapes industries and inflation squeezes wallets, which companies are best positioned to thrive? (1:00) - What Is The Next Phase For AI Enablement and Who Stands To Benefit? (10:15) - Breaking Down The Current Trends In Consumer Spending (16:05) - Alpha Brands Consumption Leaders ETF: LOGO (24:00) - Why Should Investors Be Bullish On Oracle Right Now? (30:00) - Episode Roundup: WMT, COST,...

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