Among the more popular strategies to recently pop up, currency-hedged international stock ETFs gained traction among investors last year as the U.S. dollar strengthened. The majority of advisors also anticipate the greenback to continue appreciating against foreign currencies, especially as the Federal Reserve is more likely to hike rates while other central banks enact looser monetary policies.
ETFs are becoming a greater part of investors’ portfolios but aren’t immune to the recent stock market volatility. Rising interest rates, falling oil prices and slower growth from emerging market countries are all weighing on the stock market early in 2016.
Financial advisors who missed out on the live ETF Trends Virtual Conference can still hear from ETF experts on specific investment strategies addressed at tackling market headwinds and identifying specific investment opportunities in this new year. The complimentary virtual conference is available to financial advisors on demand. Registration is easy and can be attended from your home or place of work.