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Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF (JEDI) Holds Stocks With Notable Insider Buying
NewsMay 14, 2026

Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF (JEDI) Holds Stocks With Notable Insider Buying

The Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF (JEDI) now reports that 15.0% of its portfolio is weighted toward stocks experiencing recent insider buying. Redwire Corp (RDW) is the ETF’s largest holding, accounting for 10.47% of assets, and several of its...

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Tuesday's ETF with Unusual Volume: PRFZ
NewsMay 12, 2026

Tuesday's ETF with Unusual Volume: PRFZ

On Tuesday, the Invesco FTSE RAFI US 1500 Small‑Mid ETF (PRFZ) experienced a dramatic spike in trading activity, with more than 4.5 million shares changing hands—over 50 times its three‑month average volume. Despite the surge, the ETF’s price slipped about 1.9%...

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IShares Mortgage Real Estate ETF (REM) Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average
NewsMay 12, 2026

IShares Mortgage Real Estate ETF (REM) Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average

The iShares Mortgage Real Estate ETF (REM) slipped beneath its 200‑day moving average, a technical threshold that traders monitor for momentum shifts. Mortgage REIT ETFs like REM are especially sensitive to changes in interest rates and funding costs, making the...

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Consumer Discretionary ETF Outflows Spotlight XLY and Key Holdings BKNG, SBUX, ORLY
NewsMay 12, 2026

Consumer Discretionary ETF Outflows Spotlight XLY and Key Holdings BKNG, SBUX, ORLY

The State Street Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR (XLY) logged net outflows of about $608.8 million, one of its steepest declines. XLY tracks large‑cap consumer‑spending firms, with Booking Holdings, Starbucks and O'Reilly Automotive comprising over a third of its assets. The...

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ETF Flows Report for 05/12/2026
NewsMay 12, 2026

ETF Flows Report for 05/12/2026

ETF Channel's daily report for May 12, 2026 shows $4.8 billion total inflows, driven by $9.7 billion into growth‑focused ETFs. The S&P 500 ETF (SPY) attracted $4.2 billion, while the Dow Jones ETF (DIA) added $1.0 billion. Growth ETFs outpaced other styles, indicating strong investor...

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BMNU, VAMO: Big ETF Outflows
NewsMay 12, 2026

BMNU, VAMO: Big ETF Outflows

The ETF Channel reported that the BMNU fund experienced the largest absolute outflow, shedding 17.98 million units—a 9.7% decline week‑over‑week. On a percentage basis, the VAMO ETF recorded the steepest drop, losing 925,000 units, equivalent to a 39.8% contraction. Both outflows...

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SCHD, UVXY: Big ETF Inflows
NewsMay 12, 2026

SCHD, UVXY: Big ETF Inflows

The Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) recorded the largest absolute inflow this week, adding 19.3 million units, a 0.7% rise in outstanding shares. The ProShares Ultra VIX Short‑Term Futures ETF (UVXY) posted the biggest percentage gain, expanding by 4.05 million units,...

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GRID ETF Sees Strong Inflows as Smart Grid Holdings Draw Fresh Capital
NewsMay 12, 2026

GRID ETF Sees Strong Inflows as Smart Grid Holdings Draw Fresh Capital

The First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund (GRID) logged nearly $490 million in net inflows over a single week, marking a notable surge in investor interest. The capital influx is directed toward smart‑grid holdings such as Johnson...

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XPAY Ex-Dividend Date Nears as Roundhill S&P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF Declares $0.8995
NewsMay 12, 2026

XPAY Ex-Dividend Date Nears as Roundhill S&P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF Declares $0.8995

Roundhill S&P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF (XPAY) announced a monthly dividend of $0.8995 per share payable on May 14, 2026, with an ex‑dividend date of May 13, 2026. At a closing price of $54.61, the distribution translates to...

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Motley Fool Value Factor ETF Insider Buying Exposure Reaches 13.3%
NewsMay 12, 2026

Motley Fool Value Factor ETF Insider Buying Exposure Reaches 13.3%

Motley Fool’s Value Factor ETF (MFVL) now holds a 13.3% weighted exposure to stocks that have experienced recent insider buying. The metric highlights management confidence in those companies, with notable insider purchases observed at firms like Gartner Inc. While insider...

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Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ) Implied Analyst Target Points to 26% Upside
NewsMay 11, 2026

Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ) Implied Analyst Target Points to 26% Upside

The Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ) is currently priced at $27.05, while analysts collectively assign it an implied target of $34.14—a 26.19% upside. The valuation lift is driven largely by high‑growth holdings such as biotech firm Adagene, online‑used‑car platform...

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Direxion Daily AAPL Bear 1X Shares Enters Oversold Territory as Apple Rally Pressures Inverse ETF
NewsMay 8, 2026

Direxion Daily AAPL Bear 1X Shares Enters Oversold Territory as Apple Rally Pressures Inverse ETF

Direxion Daily AAPL Bear 1X Shares (AAPD) slipped into oversold territory, with its relative strength index dropping to 27.7. The move reflects intense selling pressure as Apple’s stock surged higher, pulling the inverse ETF sharply lower. Because AAPD mirrors Apple’s...

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Friday's ETF with Unusual Volume: FRTY
NewsMay 8, 2026

Friday's ETF with Unusual Volume: FRTY

Friday saw the Alger Mid‑Cap 40 ETF (ticker FRTY) experience a sharp spike in trading activity, with 232,000 shares changing hands—about 6.5 times its three‑month average volume. The fund slipped roughly 0.4% despite the surge, suggesting mixed investor sentiment. Among...

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GraniteShares HIPS US High Income ETF Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average
NewsMay 8, 2026

GraniteShares HIPS US High Income ETF Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average

GraniteShares HIPS US High Income ETF slipped below its 200‑day moving average of $11.90, trading around $11.85. The breach suggests weakening momentum and moves the fund nearer its 52‑week low of $11.39. Technical analysts view the drop as a bearish...

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SGOV Records $1.6 Billion Weekly Inflow as Investors Add Short-Term Treasury Exposure
NewsMay 8, 2026

SGOV Records $1.6 Billion Weekly Inflow as Investors Add Short-Term Treasury Exposure

The iShares 0‑3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (SGOV) recorded a net weekly inflow of $1.6 billion, pushing its assets under management up 1.9%. The surge reflects heightened investor appetite for ultra‑short Treasury exposure as a defensive cash alternative. Market participants are...

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EWJ Sees $641.5 Million Weekly Outflow as Investors Pull Back From Japan ETF
NewsMay 8, 2026

EWJ Sees $641.5 Million Weekly Outflow as Investors Pull Back From Japan ETF

The iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) recorded a $641.5 million net outflow this week, trimming its share count by roughly 3 %. The sizable redemption signals a tactical shift among investors, possibly driven by portfolio rebalancing or a reassessment of Japan’s equity...

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BUYW, APLX: Big ETF Outflows
NewsMay 8, 2026

BUYW, APLX: Big ETF Outflows

ETF Channel reported the largest weekly outflows among its covered funds for BUYW and APLX. BUYW saw 30.99 million units destroyed, a 27.5% drop from the prior week. APLX experienced a 38.4% decline, shedding 1.485 million units. These outflows highlight heightened redemption...

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XLE, FDRS: Big ETF Inflows
NewsMay 8, 2026

XLE, FDRS: Big ETF Inflows

The State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE) recorded the largest absolute inflow among covered funds, adding 24.35 million units—a 3.5% weekly increase. The Founder‑Led ETF (FDRS) posted the strongest percentage gain, expanding by 1.03 million units, a 39.2% rise. In...

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Ballast Small/Mid Cap ETF Holdings Show 10.4% Weighted Exposure to Recent Insider Buying
NewsMay 8, 2026

Ballast Small/Mid Cap ETF Holdings Show 10.4% Weighted Exposure to Recent Insider Buying

The Ballast Small/Mid Cap ETF (MGMT) now has a 10.4% weighted exposure to holdings that have seen recent insider buying. The most prominent positions are Cavco Industries and Kosmos Energy, where multiple executives and directors have purchased shares on the...

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Thursday's ETF Movers: SLVR, OIH
NewsMay 7, 2026

Thursday's ETF Movers: SLVR, OIH

The Sprott Silver Miners & Physical Silver ETF (SLVR) jumped about 6.8% on Thursday, led by an 18.8% surge in Endeavour Silver and an 8.8% rise in Silvercorp Metals. In contrast, the VanEck Oil Service ETF (OIH) slipped roughly 3.9%,...

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VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) Rises Above 200-Day Moving Average
NewsMay 7, 2026

VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) Rises Above 200-Day Moving Average

VanEck’s Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) broke above its 200‑day moving average, trading at $101.95 compared with the $101.25 threshold. The crossover signals a shift to bullish momentum after a recent dip. Despite the gain, the fund remains below its...

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SCO, XQQI: Big ETF Inflows
NewsMay 7, 2026

SCO, XQQI: Big ETF Inflows

The ProShares UltraShort Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF recorded the largest absolute inflow among the ETF universe, adding 29.65 million units—a 20.1% jump from the previous week. On a relative basis, Canada’s XQQI ETF posted the biggest percentage gain, expanding by...

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Invesco QQQ Trust Sees $1.2 Billion Weekly Outflow as Investors Track Nasdaq-100 Exposure
NewsMay 7, 2026

Invesco QQQ Trust Sees $1.2 Billion Weekly Outflow as Investors Track Nasdaq-100 Exposure

Invesco’s QQQ ETF recorded a net outflow of $1.2 billion last week, trimming its share count by roughly 0.3%. The fund remains perched near its 52‑week high, indicating that the pullback stems from tactical portfolio adjustments rather than a broad bearish...

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ETF Flows Report for 05/07/2026
NewsMay 7, 2026

ETF Flows Report for 05/07/2026

The ETF Flows Report for May 7, 2026 recorded $7.4 billion in net daily inflows, led by the Global ETFs segment with $4.0 billion. Vanguard Total World Stock ETF (VT) alone attracted $3.5 billion, underscoring strong demand for broad equity exposure. Notable inflows also appeared...

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Noteworthy ETF Inflows: SPY, IBM, PEP, MCD
NewsMay 7, 2026

Noteworthy ETF Inflows: SPY, IBM, PEP, MCD

The State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) recorded a 0.7% rise in outstanding units this week, translating to roughly $6 billion of fresh inflows. The fund’s price is edging toward its 52‑week high of $735.13. Core holdings such as IBM,...

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Insider Buying Appears Across 11% of MILN ETF Holdings on a Weighted Basis
NewsMay 7, 2026

Insider Buying Appears Across 11% of MILN ETF Holdings on a Weighted Basis

The Global X Millennial Consumer ETF (MILN) shows that 11% of its holdings, by weight, experienced insider buying over the past six months. Among those, Victoria's Secret & Co (VSCO) stood out as multiple directors purchased shares, indicating board-level confidence....

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SPDR S&P China ETF Implied Analyst Target Suggests 35% Upside
NewsMay 6, 2026

SPDR S&P China ETF Implied Analyst Target Suggests 35% Upside

The SPDR S&P China ETF (GXC) trades at $95.98, while analysts’ weighted average price target sits at $129.53, implying roughly a 35% upside. The fund’s top holdings—Legend Biotech, VNET Group and Belite Bio—are projected to deliver the bulk of that...

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ProShares UltraShort Semiconductors ETF Enters Oversold Territory as RSI Falls Below 30
NewsMay 5, 2026

ProShares UltraShort Semiconductors ETF Enters Oversold Territory as RSI Falls Below 30

ProShares UltraShort Semiconductors ETF (SSG) dropped to a 52‑week low of $16.92, with its Relative Strength Index slipping to 28.7, indicating oversold conditions. As a 2× leveraged inverse fund, SSG seeks twice the opposite daily return of the semiconductor sector...

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Tuesday's ETF with Unusual Volume: EDGU
NewsMay 5, 2026

Tuesday's ETF with Unusual Volume: EDGU

The 3EDGE Dynamic US Equity ETF (EDGU) experienced a sharp surge in trading activity on Tuesday, with 544,000 shares changing hands—about 13 times its three‑month average volume of 42,000. The ETF edged up 0.9% despite mixed performance among its component...

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Tuesday's ETF Movers: FTXL, ARKG
NewsMay 5, 2026

Tuesday's ETF Movers: FTXL, ARKG

The First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) surged about 5.4% on Tuesday, outpacing its peers. The rally was driven primarily by Intel, which climbed roughly 13.7%, and Micron Technology, up about 11.6% on the day. The gains reflect renewed optimism...

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QQQM Draws Strong ETF Inflows as Demand Lifts Exposure to Nasdaq-100 Leaders
NewsMay 5, 2026

QQQM Draws Strong ETF Inflows as Demand Lifts Exposure to Nasdaq-100 Leaders

The Invesco Nasdaq‑100 ETF (QQQM) recorded a net inflow of $781.2 million this week, the largest weekly addition since its launch. QQQM tracks the same 100‑company index as the flagship QQQ but offers a lower expense ratio and a more accessible...

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SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) Sees $1.9 Billion Weekly Outflow as ETF Shares Outstanding Decline
NewsMay 5, 2026

SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) Sees $1.9 Billion Weekly Outflow as ETF Shares Outstanding Decline

SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) recorded a $1.9 billion net outflow last week, the largest weekly withdrawal since early 2022. The ETF’s shares outstanding fell 1.3%, trimming its total holdings to roughly 30 million ounces of gold. The sharp outflow suggests a short‑term...

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Monday's ETF Movers: IHAK, REMX
NewsMay 4, 2026

Monday's ETF Movers: IHAK, REMX

The iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF (IHAK) jumped 2.3% on Monday, led by Sailpoint (+4.3%) and Onespan (+3.5%). In contrast, the VanEck Rare Earth/Strategic Metals ETF (REMX) slipped 3.2%, with Almonty Industries down 3.5% and Tronox Holdings down 3.1%. The...

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ProShares Ultra Communication Services ETF Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average
NewsMay 4, 2026

ProShares Ultra Communication Services ETF Falls Below 200-Day Moving Average

The ProShares Ultra Communication Services ETF (LTL) slipped beneath its 200‑day moving average of $26.91, a key technical threshold that often signals a shift in long‑term momentum. The breach comes as the communication services sector wrestles with earnings volatility and...

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USHY Sees Strong ETF Inflows as Investors Add High Yield Corporate Bond Exposure
NewsMay 4, 2026

USHY Sees Strong ETF Inflows as Investors Add High Yield Corporate Bond Exposure

iShares’ Broad USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (USHY) recorded a net inflow of $555.6 million, the largest weekly surge in recent months. The capital influx reflects heightened investor interest in below‑investment‑grade corporate bonds amid a backdrop of stabilizing credit markets....

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BMNU, NVIT: Big ETF Inflows
NewsMay 4, 2026

BMNU, NVIT: Big ETF Inflows

The BMNU exchange‑traded fund recorded the largest absolute inflow among ETFs tracked by ETF Channel, adding 31,620,000 units—a 20.5% jump from the previous week. Meanwhile, the NVIT ETF posted the strongest percentage gain, expanding by 50,000 units, which translates to...

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TZA, AMDG: Big ETF Outflows
NewsMay 4, 2026

TZA, AMDG: Big ETF Outflows

The ETF Channel data shows the Direxion Daily Small Cap Bear 3X Shares suffered the largest absolute outflow, with 7.15 million units destroyed—a week‑over‑week decline of 11.6%. On a percentage basis, the Leverage Shares 2X Long AMD Daily ETF recorded the...

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Consumer Discretionary ETF XLY Sees $397 Million Outflow as Investors Trim Exposure
NewsMay 4, 2026

Consumer Discretionary ETF XLY Sees $397 Million Outflow as Investors Trim Exposure

Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLY) recorded a net outflow of $397.4 million in the latest week, the biggest withdrawal since early 2022. Despite the outflow, the fund remains near its one‑year price high and its 200‑day moving average stays...

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MFVL Insider Buying Review: Nike Leads Recent Purchases Among ETF Holdings
NewsMay 4, 2026

MFVL Insider Buying Review: Nike Leads Recent Purchases Among ETF Holdings

About 13.2% of the Motley Fool Value Factor ETF (MFVL) portfolio saw insider buying this quarter. Nike emerged as the top performer, with multiple purchases by its directors and CEO. The repeated buying suggests insiders view recent price declines as...

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FDG Implied Analyst Target Price Signals 16.46% Upside Based on Underlying Holdings
NewsMay 4, 2026

FDG Implied Analyst Target Price Signals 16.46% Upside Based on Underlying Holdings

The American Century Focused Dynamic Growth ETF (FDG) now carries an implied 12‑month analyst target price of $152.09, reflecting a 16.46% upside from its current $130.60 level. The projection is driven primarily by three high‑growth holdings: Structure Therapeutics, Intuit and...

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Technology and Financial Sectors Lead Friday Trading as Oracle, Datadog, Cboe and AIG Advance
NewsMay 1, 2026

Technology and Financial Sectors Lead Friday Trading as Oracle, Datadog, Cboe and AIG Advance

Technology and communications stocks led Friday’s midday rally, up 1.3%, propelled by Oracle’s 7.8% jump and Datadog’s 7.3% gain. Financials edged higher, gaining 0.1% as Cboe Global Markets surged 8.4% and AIG rose 5.1%. Most other sectors slipped, underscoring that...

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Friday's ETF with Unusual Volume: HDV
NewsMay 1, 2026

Friday's ETF with Unusual Volume: HDV

The iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV) saw a surge in trading on Friday, May 1, with 1.2 million shares changing hands—about five times its three‑month average volume. The ETF slipped roughly 0.3% despite the activity. Qualcomm and Exxon Mobil drove...

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Friday's ETF Movers: SKYY, URA
NewsMay 1, 2026

Friday's ETF Movers: SKYY, URA

On May 1 the First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (SKYY) outpaced peers, climbing about 4.3% after its top holdings Five9 surged 26.3% and Atlassian jumped 23.9%. In contrast, the Global X Uranium ETF (URA) slipped roughly 1.8%, weighed down by Encore Energy’s 7.1%...

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FDN ETF Rises Above 200-Day Moving Average as Internet Sector Momentum Improves
NewsMay 1, 2026

FDN ETF Rises Above 200-Day Moving Average as Internet Sector Momentum Improves

Shares of the First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund (FDN) moved above its 200‑day moving average of $264.80, a technical level often watched for trend confirmation. The ETF, which tracks leading U.S. internet companies, posted a modest gain as...

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SDY ETF Draws Heavy Inflows as Investors Add Dividend Exposure
NewsMay 1, 2026

SDY ETF Draws Heavy Inflows as Investors Add Dividend Exposure

The SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY) attracted $758.1 million of net inflows, lifting its share count by 3.6% in the latest reporting period. The surge underscores heightened investor appetite for dividend‑paying stocks amid a broader defensive tilt. The added capital is...

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ETF Flows Report for 05/01/2026
NewsMay 1, 2026

ETF Flows Report for 05/01/2026

On May 1, 2026, ETFs attracted $19.6 billion in net inflows, with growth‑focused funds leading the charge at $16.5 billion. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) alone pulled in $6.0 billion, while iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) added $2.7 billion. These figures underscore robust investor appetite...

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LQD, SWAN: Big ETF Outflows
NewsMay 1, 2026

LQD, SWAN: Big ETF Outflows

ETF Channel reported the week’s biggest outflows in two high‑profile funds. The iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (LQD) saw 24.9 million units destroyed, an 8.1% decline from the prior week. The Amplify Blackswan Growth & Treasury Core ETF...

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XLV Sees Notable Weekly ETF Outflow as Investors Trim Health Care Exposure
NewsMay 1, 2026

XLV Sees Notable Weekly ETF Outflow as Investors Trim Health Care Exposure

The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) recorded a $511 million outflow, shrinking its assets by about 1.3%. The decline reflects investors trimming exposure to health‑care stocks amid heightened market volatility. Major constituents such as Thermo Fisher (TMO), Intuitive Surgical...

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BIZD Insider Buying Stands Out as Executives Add to Key Business Development Company Holdings
NewsMay 1, 2026

BIZD Insider Buying Stands Out as Executives Add to Key Business Development Company Holdings

Recent Form 4 filings show insiders purchased shares in 22.1% of the VanEck BDC Income ETF (BIZD) portfolio. The buying concentrated in the fund’s two largest holdings, Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) and FS KKR Capital Corp (FSK). Executives’ increased stakes suggest confidence...

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