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Income Investing
December 01, 2025
FLTR ETF: Question & Answer
This blog is intended to answer frequently asked questions on floating rate notes and more specifically, VanEck’s IG Floating Rate ETF (FLTR).
Municipal Bonds
November 26, 2025
MLN ETF: Question & Answer
This blog explores the benefits of long-duration municipal bonds and how the VanEck Long Muni ETF (MLN) provides access.
Natural Resources
November 21, 2025
PIT ETF: Question & Answer
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the PIT ETF and explores the role of commodities in the global economy and their portfolio benefits.
Thematic Investing
June 05, 2025
GPZ ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Alternative Asset Manager ETF (GPZ) targets asset managers involved in private equity, private credit, venture capital, buyouts, private infrastructure, and private real estate.
Natural Resources
NLR ETF: Question & Answer
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the NLR ETF and explores how the global shift towards clean energy is impacting the uranium and nuclear energy industries.
Income Investing
September 24, 2024
CLOI ETF and CLOB ETF: Question and Answer
We explore how CLOs are structured—including their “built-in” risk protection and how they compare to other fixed income instruments.
Thematic Investing
September 05, 2024
ESPO ETF: Question & Answer
The Q&A blog outlines the criteria for ESPO ETF inclusion, the growth outlook for the video game and eSports sector, potential challenges, projected market expansion, and key trends.
Moat Investing
July 16, 2024
MOAT ETF: Question & Answer
Morningstar’s approach to moat investing starts with companies with sustainable competitive advantages and targets those trading at attractive valuations. We explore in this Q&A.
Thematic Investing
July 16, 2024
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors are the unsung conductors orchestrating everything digital. This important sector also boasts an added advantage: the sturdy governmental backing of the U.S.'s CHIPS Act.
Emerging Market Bonds
July 08, 2024
HYEM ETF: Question and Answer
High yield emerging markets corporate bonds can help investors generate higher yields without taking on additional credit risk compared to a more U.S. focused high yield allocation.
Emerging Market Equity
April 16, 2024
GLIN ETF: Question & Answer
VanEck India Growth Leaders ETF (GLIN) seeks to replicate an all-cap index that selects fundamentally strong Indian firms with attractive growth potential at reasonable prices.
Emerging Market Equity
Our Approach to Emerging Markets Equity: Question & Answer
The growth, evolution and transformation of emerging markets (EM) may create long-term opportunities. We address questions about our approach to investing in EM equity in this Q&A.Thematic Investing
October 06, 2023
RTH ETF: Question & Answer
In this blog, we answer frequently asked questions about the VanEck Retail ETF (RTH), including the current outlook for the retail sector.
Natural Resources
August 22, 2023
Investing in Commodities Intelligently: Question and Answer
Commodities may offer a hedge against inflation and portfolio diversification. This Q&A explores our passive strategies that track the UBS Constant Maturity Commodity Index.
Income Investing
August 07, 2023
PFXF ETF Q&A: Understanding Preferred Securities
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the PFXF ETF and explores why Preferred Securities are becoming a preferred alternative income source among investors.
Thematic Investing
April 06, 2023
IBOT ETF: Question and Answer
Demand for robotics and automation extends across industries and continues to grow. We explore the opportunity and how investors can invest in this growing space.
Emerging Market Bonds
March 02, 2023
EMLC ETF: Question and Answer
The investment case for EM local currency bonds generally comes down to yield and diversification benefits within a portfolio, in our view.Thematic Investing
December 15, 2022
PPH ETF: Question & Answer
In this blog, we answer frequently asked questions about VanEck's Pharmaceutical ETF (PPH), including why the sector may be an attractive value and defensive play during economic slowdowns.
Moat Investing
October 13, 2022
SMOT ETF: Question & Answer
Given the large small- and mid-cap stock universe and lack of analyst coverage, we believe a more selective approach may be a better choice than a broad-market exposure. We explore in this Q&A.Income Investing
August 24, 2022
DURA ETF: Question & Answer
A dividend investing strategy that considers a company’s long-term financial health and valuations may help strengthen a core equity portfolio.
Gold Investing
August 04, 2022
GDX and GDXJ ETF: Question and Answer
Gold mining stocks are one way for investors to gain exposure to gold. We take a closer look at the key considerations around this approach.
Natural Resources
April 05, 2022
MOO ETF: Question & Answer
Demand for food and agricultural products is growing. Here we address frequently asked questions about agribusiness and VanEck’s Agribusiness ETF (MOO).
Natural Resources
February 08, 2022
OIH ETF: Question & Answer
Oil remains crucial to the economy, providing fuel and the core ingredients for petrochemicals. We address frequently asked questions on oil services companies and VanEck’s Oil Services ETF.Emerging Market Equity
December 28, 2021
VNM ETF: Question & Answer
Economic growth, a burgeoning middle class and attractive stock market returns have made Vietnam an attractive opportunity for foreign investors.
Emerging Market Equity
December 14, 2021
CNXT ETF: Question & Answer
China’s economy is undergoing a shift to focus more on consumer-driven, "new economy" sectors and reduce its dependence on imports.
Income Investing
December 02, 2021
GRNB ETF: Question & Answer
Green bonds can help investors build sustainable core fixed income portfolios without significantly impacting risk and return.Thematic Investing
November 30, 2021
DAPP ETF: Question & Answer
The digital assets space has seen transformative growth in recent years, sparking substantial interest from both, retail and institutional investors.
Income Investing
October 18, 2021
ANGL ETF: Question & Answer
Your frequently asked questions on fallen angel bonds and VanEck's Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF (ANGL) answered.Natural Resources
September 30, 2021
REMX ETF: Question & Answer
Your frequently asked questions on rare earth and strategic metals and VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF (REMX) answered.
Income Investing
July 23, 2021
BIZD: Question & Answer
Business development companies (BDCs) have seen growing attention in recent years, as investors seek access to private credit for alternative income and diversification benefits.
Income Investing
December 01, 2025
FLTR ETF: Question & Answer
This blog is intended to answer frequently asked questions on floating rate notes and more specifically, VanEck’s IG Floating Rate ETF (FLTR).
Municipal Bonds
November 26, 2025
MLN ETF: Question & Answer
This blog explores the benefits of long-duration municipal bonds and how the VanEck Long Muni ETF (MLN) provides access.
Natural Resources
November 21, 2025
PIT ETF: Question & Answer
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the PIT ETF and explores the role of commodities in the global economy and their portfolio benefits.
Thematic Investing
June 05, 2025
GPZ ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Alternative Asset Manager ETF (GPZ) targets asset managers involved in private equity, private credit, venture capital, buyouts, private infrastructure, and private real estate.
Natural Resources
NLR ETF: Question & Answer
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the NLR ETF and explores how the global shift towards clean energy is impacting the uranium and nuclear energy industries.
Income Investing
September 24, 2024
CLOI ETF and CLOB ETF: Question and Answer
We explore how CLOs are structured—including their “built-in” risk protection and how they compare to other fixed income instruments.
Thematic Investing
September 05, 2024
ESPO ETF: Question & Answer
The Q&A blog outlines the criteria for ESPO ETF inclusion, the growth outlook for the video game and eSports sector, potential challenges, projected market expansion, and key trends.
Moat Investing
July 16, 2024
MOAT ETF: Question & Answer
Morningstar’s approach to moat investing starts with companies with sustainable competitive advantages and targets those trading at attractive valuations. We explore in this Q&A.
Thematic Investing
July 16, 2024
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors are the unsung conductors orchestrating everything digital. This important sector also boasts an added advantage: the sturdy governmental backing of the U.S.'s CHIPS Act.
Emerging Market Bonds
July 08, 2024
HYEM ETF: Question and Answer
High yield emerging markets corporate bonds can help investors generate higher yields without taking on additional credit risk compared to a more U.S. focused high yield allocation.
Emerging Market Equity
April 16, 2024
GLIN ETF: Question & Answer
VanEck India Growth Leaders ETF (GLIN) seeks to replicate an all-cap index that selects fundamentally strong Indian firms with attractive growth potential at reasonable prices.
Emerging Market Equity
Our Approach to Emerging Markets Equity: Question & Answer
The growth, evolution and transformation of emerging markets (EM) may create long-term opportunities. We address questions about our approach to investing in EM equity in this Q&A.Thematic Investing
October 06, 2023
RTH ETF: Question & Answer
In this blog, we answer frequently asked questions about the VanEck Retail ETF (RTH), including the current outlook for the retail sector.
Natural Resources
August 22, 2023
Investing in Commodities Intelligently: Question and Answer
Commodities may offer a hedge against inflation and portfolio diversification. This Q&A explores our passive strategies that track the UBS Constant Maturity Commodity Index.
Income Investing
August 07, 2023
PFXF ETF Q&A: Understanding Preferred Securities
This blog answers commonly asked questions about the PFXF ETF and explores why Preferred Securities are becoming a preferred alternative income source among investors.
Thematic Investing
April 06, 2023
IBOT ETF: Question and Answer
Demand for robotics and automation extends across industries and continues to grow. We explore the opportunity and how investors can invest in this growing space.
Emerging Market Bonds
March 02, 2023
EMLC ETF: Question and Answer
The investment case for EM local currency bonds generally comes down to yield and diversification benefits within a portfolio, in our view.Thematic Investing
December 15, 2022
PPH ETF: Question & Answer
In this blog, we answer frequently asked questions about VanEck's Pharmaceutical ETF (PPH), including why the sector may be an attractive value and defensive play during economic slowdowns.
Moat Investing
October 13, 2022
SMOT ETF: Question & Answer
Given the large small- and mid-cap stock universe and lack of analyst coverage, we believe a more selective approach may be a better choice than a broad-market exposure. We explore in this Q&A.Income Investing
August 24, 2022
DURA ETF: Question & Answer
A dividend investing strategy that considers a company’s long-term financial health and valuations may help strengthen a core equity portfolio.
Gold Investing
August 04, 2022
GDX and GDXJ ETF: Question and Answer
Gold mining stocks are one way for investors to gain exposure to gold. We take a closer look at the key considerations around this approach.
Natural Resources
April 05, 2022
MOO ETF: Question & Answer
Demand for food and agricultural products is growing. Here we address frequently asked questions about agribusiness and VanEck’s Agribusiness ETF (MOO).
Natural Resources
February 08, 2022
OIH ETF: Question & Answer
Oil remains crucial to the economy, providing fuel and the core ingredients for petrochemicals. We address frequently asked questions on oil services companies and VanEck’s Oil Services ETF.Emerging Market Equity
December 28, 2021
VNM ETF: Question & Answer
Economic growth, a burgeoning middle class and attractive stock market returns have made Vietnam an attractive opportunity for foreign investors.
Emerging Market Equity
December 14, 2021
CNXT ETF: Question & Answer
China’s economy is undergoing a shift to focus more on consumer-driven, "new economy" sectors and reduce its dependence on imports.
Income Investing
December 02, 2021
GRNB ETF: Question & Answer
Green bonds can help investors build sustainable core fixed income portfolios without significantly impacting risk and return.Thematic Investing
November 30, 2021
DAPP ETF: Question & Answer
The digital assets space has seen transformative growth in recent years, sparking substantial interest from both, retail and institutional investors.
Income Investing
October 18, 2021
ANGL ETF: Question & Answer
Your frequently asked questions on fallen angel bonds and VanEck's Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF (ANGL) answered.Natural Resources
September 30, 2021
REMX ETF: Question & Answer
Your frequently asked questions on rare earth and strategic metals and VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF (REMX) answered.
Income Investing
July 23, 2021
BIZD: Question & Answer
Business development companies (BDCs) have seen growing attention in recent years, as investors seek access to private credit for alternative income and diversification benefits.
Income Investing
March 04, 2026
What is Driving BDC Valuations?
Thematic Investing
February 27, 2026
The ETFs Powering the AI Supply Chain
Income Investing
February 02, 2026
BDCs vs. Private Credit Funds: Key Differences for Investors
Income Investing
January 30, 2026
Why Taxes Matter for Equity Income, and Where PFXF Fits
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 101: Understanding ETFs In Simple Terms
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 102: Why ETFs Layer Up On Liquidity
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 103: Does Your ETF Have High Standards?
Investment Outlook
19 February 2020
ETF 104: Trade ETFs Intelligently
Investment Outlook
19 February 2020
ETF 105: Wrap Your Fixed Income in an ETF
Investment Outlook
05 March 2021
ETF 106: Debunking Myths About Fixed Income ETFs
Thematic Investing
13 SEPTEMBER 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Income Investing
March 04, 2026
What is Driving BDC Valuations?
Thematic Investing
February 27, 2026
The ETFs Powering the AI Supply Chain
Income Investing
February 02, 2026
BDCs vs. Private Credit Funds: Key Differences for Investors
Income Investing
January 30, 2026
Why Taxes Matter for Equity Income, and Where PFXF Fits
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 101: Understanding ETFs In Simple Terms
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 102: Why ETFs Layer Up On Liquidity
Investment Outlook
18 February 2020
ETF 103: Does Your ETF Have High Standards?
Investment Outlook
19 February 2020
ETF 104: Trade ETFs Intelligently
Investment Outlook
19 February 2020
ETF 105: Wrap Your Fixed Income in an ETF
Investment Outlook
05 March 2021
ETF 106: Debunking Myths About Fixed Income ETFs
Thematic Investing
13 SEPTEMBER 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Thematic Investing
April 17, 2025
Semiconductor Industry Updates: Tariffs Ease, Hyperscalers Double Down, and AI Accelerates
The tariff pause offers temporary relief to semiconductors, but structural trade tensions persist. AI infrastructure investment is surging, with hyperscalers playing an increasingly central role.
Investment Outlook
May 12, 2021
Delegate the Work of Valuation
Valuation is a major part of an investor's decision to buy or sell an investment. Why not let a fund do this work for you?
Gold Investing
May 10, 2022
Strong Dollar Grounds Gold Despite Soaring Inflation
Gold's traditionally positive performance in an inflationary and rising rates environment is hindered by the strength of the U.S. dollar.
Moat Investing
April 11, 2022
Moat Stock Selection Stands Out in Q1
The success of the Morningstar Wide Moat Focus Index has long been driven by stock selection, which again proved to be the case in the first quarter of 2022.
Thematic Investing
April 17, 2025
Semiconductor Industry Updates: Tariffs Ease, Hyperscalers Double Down, and AI Accelerates
The tariff pause offers temporary relief to semiconductors, but structural trade tensions persist. AI infrastructure investment is surging, with hyperscalers playing an increasingly central role.
Investment Outlook
May 12, 2021
Delegate the Work of Valuation
Valuation is a major part of an investor's decision to buy or sell an investment. Why not let a fund do this work for you?
Gold Investing
May 10, 2022
Strong Dollar Grounds Gold Despite Soaring Inflation
Gold's traditionally positive performance in an inflationary and rising rates environment is hindered by the strength of the U.S. dollar.
Moat Investing
April 11, 2022
Moat Stock Selection Stands Out in Q1
The success of the Morningstar Wide Moat Focus Index has long been driven by stock selection, which again proved to be the case in the first quarter of 2022.
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