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QQQ tracks a modified-market-cap-weighted index of 100 NASDAQ-listed stocks.

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Mast Global Battery Recycling & Production ETF

The Nasdaq 100 has gone a near-record 303 trading sessions without a pullback, leaving some investors concerned a stock market crash may be just around the corner. Is it? Well, according to Jonathan Krincsky, Chief Market Technician at BTIG, the Nasdaq's recent winning streak may inherently mean the index is primed for a some sort of reversal, if not a full-blown selloff.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Is the Nasdaq Bracing for a Pullback?

Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF

The Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) is often viewed as “tech territory.” It's home to — and at substantial weights — Microsoft (MSFT), Nvidia (NVDA), Apple (AAPL), and Alphabet (GOOG), among others.

Some Less Heralded Stocks Could Drive QQQ Gains

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BlackRock Science & Technology

Crown Castle International

Calamos Convertible Opportunities And Income Fund

Deere & Company

Enbridge

SPDR Gold Trust

abrdn Healthcare Investors 

Mastercard

Main Street Capital

MPLX

Realty Income Corp

PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund

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Cohen & Steers Reit And Preferred Income Fund Inc

iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF

Liberty All Star Equity Fund

Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund Inc

Reaves Utility Income Fund

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The Near Perfect Portfolio Strategy provides SWAN-like attributes and aims to meet income and growth goals while minimizing volatility and drawdowns. The strategy consists of three buckets: Dividend Growth Investing, High Income (CEF investing), and Hedging (Rotational bucket). Backtesting results over 17 years show that the strategy has the potential to outperform the S&P 500, with lower drawdowns and volatility.

How To Invest In A SWAN Portfolio: The Near Perfect Portfolio Strategy

After a stellar 2023, the magnificent seven are mixed through the first two months of 2024. Nvidia (NVDA) is on a breathtaking pace higher while Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is up 10%.

Magnificent Seven Stocks Can Still Generate Upside

The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index wrapped up the best month in nearly a decade. We have highlighted the five best-performing stocks of Nasdaq ETF from last month that led the way higher in the portfolio.

Nasdaq ETF Logs Best Month Since 2015: 5 Top Stocks

First Trust NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Fund

Direxion NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Shares

Invesco NASDAQ Next Gen 100 ETF

The Nasdaq Composite recorded its first closing record on Thursday since November 2021.

Nasdaq Hit Record Since 2021: 5 Factors for ETFs to Rally Hard

JPMorgan BetaBuilders Europe ETF

Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund

iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF

iShares Bitcoin Trust

Schwab Short-Term US Treasury ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

ProShares UltraPro QQQ

All 10 spot bitcoin ETFs reported net inflows of $1.6 billion, marking the sixth straight weekly inflow since these launched. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average increased for the fourth straight week—the weekly average is currently at 6.94%.

U.S. Weekly FundFlows Insight Report: Short/Intermediate Investment Grade Funds Have Yet To Report A Weekly Outflow In 2024

SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has lagged behind the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 due to differences in composition.

DIA: For The AI Fatigued, The Dow Jones Industrials May Offer A Haven

It might be tempting to dabble with exotic investments. But if you're looking to beat the S&P 500 in the long haul, Invesco QQQ Trust rules.

This Cheap ETF Pays Off More Than Everything Else Long Term

iShares Core S&P 500 ETF

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF

Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF

The global ETF market witnessed an unprecedented surge, with AUM reaching a record $11.7 trillion. This surge is attributed to investors reallocating funds from cash to equities and bonds.

Global ETF AUM Hits $11.7 Trillion: What's Driving the Surge?

The Nasdaq 100 has surged 6.6% in 2024, driven by five stocks: Nvidia, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and Broadcom. Tesla and Apple have experienced sharp declines, subtracting 212 points from Nasdaq gains. The surge in these stocks is attributed to optimism about the future of AI.

QQQ: The Nasdaq Has Entered The Matrix As 'The One' Arrives

The Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) is higher by 6.7% year to date. That confirms tech stocks remain in strong form.

Tech Sector Outlook Still Sturdy

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On shorter time frames, markets fluctuate, and there is a time to be short. However, investors should focus on long opportunities more often than not as risks are much lower and the risk-to-reward is much more favorable, all else equal.

Shorting: Is the Risk Worth the Reward? (Insights from Market Gurus & the Pitfalls you Need to Avoid)

We've highlighted all the warning signs as this bull market phase has seemed to be nearing an exhaustion point. We shared bearish market tells, including the dreaded Hindenburg Omen and how leading growth stocks have been demonstrating questionable patterns.

Will Growth Stocks Fall Victim To Seasonal Weakness? Breaking Down Four Potential Scenarios For QQQ - NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA)

SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF

Cisco Systems

Invesco Russell 1000 Equal Weight ETF

Entergy

Gilead Sciences

iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF

International Paper

ARK Israel Innovative Technology ETF

Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF

Rob Isbitts discusses his ROAR Score, which measures reward opportunity and risk in the market.

Don't Rely On Past Performance

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF

Exchange-traded funds take the risks of stock-picking out of investing. Retirees can diversify to protect their money and earn dividend income.

These 4 Dividend ETFs Are a Retiree's Best Friend

iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF

VanEck Vectors Intermediate Muni ETF

iShares Russell 2000 ETF

iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF

Schwab 5-10 Year Corporate Bond ETF

SPDR Nuveen Bloomberg Municipal Bond ETF

Investors were net sellers of fund assets for the second week in three, redeeming a net $11.6B for the LSEG Lipper fund flows week ended Wednesday (February 21). For the flows week, the Treasury yield rose at all maturities of the curve, except for the two-month yield, which experienced a one basis point decline to end the week at 5.50%.

U.S. Weekly Fund Flows Insight Report: Conventional Fund And ETF Investors Give A Cold Shoulder To Equity Funds For The Fund Flows Week

After the close of U.S. markets Wednesday, Nvidia (NVDA) told analysts and investors that its fourth-quarter sales surged a jaw-dropping 265%. That was helped in large part by demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips.

AI Adopters Could Drive Next Phase of AI Equity Upside

QQQ appears to be the single best long-term investment option for investors seeking total returns due to its ability to expose holders to top U.S. companies on an ongoing basis. The Nasdaq 100 has consistently outperformed the S&P 500 in terms of total returns, making it a favorable choice for long-term investors. The top holdings of the Nasdaq 100, including Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, and Tesla, contribute to its strong performance and future potential.

QQQ: Why It Could Be The Best Single Investment For The Next 20+ Years

Passive funds account for over 50% of all assets and 60% of domestic equity funds, with passive fund flows even greater, leading to market euphoria. The combination of passive flows, volatility suppression trades, gamma call squeezes, 0DTE options, and futures positioning is fueling the market melt-up.

SPDR S&P 500 ETF And Invesco QQQ Trust: Almost All Investors Are Crowded Into The Same Side Of The Boat

Investors are extremely bullish on stocks, particularly in the tech sector, with allocations in this space reaching the highest level since August 2020. Valuations in the Magnificent 7 and QQQ stocks are not sustainable. I suggest going long smaller caps with better valuations as a more profitable investment strategy, regardless of the overall direction of the market.

Mean Reversion Pair Trade: Long IWM, Short QQQ

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Over the past year, the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 ETF ( QQQ ) is up a robust 44.38%. The Nasdaq and the rest of the major market indices bottomed in late 2022, against all odds and amidst a cloudy macroeconomic backdrop.

What's Next for Tech Stocks? (3 Upcoming Catalysts to Watch)

The conventional wisdom of equity investing is “buy low, sell high.” For many investors, it's often easier said than done.

Don't Be Afraid to Buy at the Highs

If you've 35 years left to invest, you may only need less than $8,000 for your portfolio to grow to $1 million. To reach that goal, it's unlikely you'd need to invest a six-figure sum, unless you are in your 50s.

Want to Get Your Portfolio to $1 Million by Retirement? Here's How Much You Should Aim to Invest Based on Your Age.

Berkshire Hathaway is built to last with a diverse and cash-flush balance sheet. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF has followed the S&P 500 to new highs.

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