Sprott Launches REXC: The First Ex-China Rare Earths ETF

On Wednesday, April 15, Sprott Asset Management expanded its lineup of exchange-traded funds with the debut of the Sprott Rare Earths Ex-China ETF (REXC). According to Sprott, REXC is the only ETF on the market that is offering a focus on rare earth companies outside China.  Key Takeaways Sprott Asset Management has launched REXC, a new fund that provides distinct exposure to …

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What Is the Better ETF Investment, the S&P 500 Index or Gold?

Explore how these two flagship ETFs differ in volatility, yield, and sector exposure, revealing distinct roles in diversified portfolios. Investors could choose the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY0.11%) for broad stock market exposure or the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD0.18%) for a physically-backed commodity hedge. While SPY tracks the 500 largest publicly-traded American companies, GLD tracks the spot price of gold bullion. This comparison …

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Diversify With a Battery Technology ETF

The Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF (BATT) is proving itself as a compelling satellite position designed to capture alpha. While the S&P 500 has remained relatively flat year to date through April 14, BATT’s 18.3% surge demonstrates its ability to decouple from broad-market stagnation. Key Takeaways BATT has surged 18.3% year-to-date, providing a critical source of alpha in a stagnant broad …

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