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How the Largest Active ETFs Performed

Avantis Emerging Markets Equity ETF led active ETF returns in August, while Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF lagged.

Worst-Performing Stock ETFs

Inspire Growth ETF and Tema US Manufacturing & Reshoring ETF were among the worst-performing ETFs in August 2026.

What Bond ETF Investors’ Shifting Tactics Tell Us About the Fed’s Plan for Inflation

US ETF inflows surpassed $179.4 billion in August, with ultrashort bond ETFs accounting for $12.1 billion.

Direct Real Estate Funds Are Making a Comeback

Improving performance and attractive tax benefits have the asset class on the upswing, but some funds are still challenged by liquidity issues.

How the Largest Stock ETFs Performed

Invesco QQQ Trust led stock ETF returns in August, while Vanguard Morningstar Mid Cap Index Fund lagged.

Top-Performing Stock ETFs

Baron First Principles ETF and ARK Next Generation Internet ETF were among the best-performing ETFs in August 2026.

How the Largest Bond ETFs Performed

iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF led bond ETF returns in August, while Vanguard Total International Bond Index Fund lagged.

The 3 Biggest Surprises of 2026

Fund investors couldn’t have predicted this!

TIPS Look Tempting. Should You Buy?

Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities are sporting some of the highest yields ever, but there are a few caveats for investors to consider before making a purchase.

How to Tell Whether an Active Fund Manager Was Skilled or Lucky

Two investment researchers explain how process and performance across market environments can offer clues about whether strong results are repeatable.

Causeway Capital: An Exemplary Investment Boutique

Why we elevated its Parent rating to High from Above Average.

The Investing Risks Recent History May Be Hiding

The authors of ‘The Architecture of Wealth’ have a warning for investors: Don’t assume stocks will always recover quickly, and don’t underestimate the possibility of another inflation shock.

Victory Capital Makes Its Biggest Bet Yet

Its proposed acquisition of First Eagle furthers its trillion-dollar ambitions.

These Funds Beat the Index By Going Full Tilt

Short-term changes in active fund success rates are noise, not signal.

Emerging-Market Funds Have a Supersized Problem. Here’s How Managers Are Dealing With It

A top-heavy benchmark creates a daunting challenge. These active fund managers have responded in a variety of ways.

Vanguard to Acquire Wealth Management Platform Altruist

It fits with Vanguard’s long-term direction.

Index Funds Will Buy More SpaceX Stock Just As Insiders Are Selling

Share unlocks will give SpaceX more prominence in many major indexes. Here’s what that means for investors.

3 Flailing Funds to Avoid

Instability is a red flag.

These 4 Large-Growth Funds Are Navigating Manager Changes

Results are mixed thus far.

Andy Clarke and Nelson Wicas: Index Funds Aren’t Really Passive, and Other Lessons for Building a Better Portfolio

The authors of ‘The Architecture of Wealth’ share insights from working with Jack Bogle and decades of research on diversification, indexing, active management, and behavioral bias.

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