ProShares Launches First ETFs Targeting 2x Daily Returns of Platinum and Palladium

World’s largest provider of geared ETFs adds platinum, palladium, and copper to complement its crude oil, natural gas, silver, and gold offerings. ProShares, the world’s leader in geared (leveraged and inverse) investing, today announced the expansion of its commodity ETF lineup with the launch of the first ETFs targeting 2x daily returns of platinum and palladium. ProShares is also introducing an …

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Silver Rebounds Near $80 As Ceasefire Eases Inflation Fears— 3 ETFs To Watch Now

Silver prices hovered around $80 per ounce on Friday, as a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel calmed inflation fears and weakened the U.S. dollar. A sustained supply deficit projection for 2026 is also supporting prices. What ETFs To Tap Amid Silver Rebound? Silver COMEX (May 2026) rose 1% to $79.47 at 4.42 AM EDT after declining about 15% since the war began in …

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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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Is Gold More Likely to Hit $4,000 or $6,000 in 2026?

The safe-haven asset has been volatile recently, and how it performs from here on out will likely depend on the economy. The price of gold has been fluctuating between $4,500 and $5,500 for much of 2026. The volatility and uncertainty around the economy, the war in Iran, and broader geopolitical issues appear to have all been weighing on its value. On Monday, …

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Prepare for a Gold Rebound With This Nifty ETF

Amid war in Iran, gold has betrayed its safe-haven status. The largest bullion-backed ETF is trading lower by nearly 8% over the past month. Sure, some of that pullback is attributable to the fact that the commodity raced higher in a short timeframe. And yes, some traders likely got ahead of themselves buying on margin only to see those positions …

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Silver vs. Gold: Is SIL or IAU the Stronger Precious Metals ETF Right Now?

The Global X – Silver Miners ETF (SIL1.32%) and the iShares Gold Trust (IAU1.07%) both provide access to precious metals, but their approaches and risk profiles differ. SIL holds a portfolio of silver mining companies, giving investors indirect exposure to silver prices with added company-specific risk. IAU, on the other hand, is designed to track the price of physical gold, offering a more direct commodity play. …

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