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Welcome to our education center, where you can unlock your investing potential. To find the right investment solution for your goals, explore our extensive library of fund and ETF FAQs. Brush up on the basics with our ETF beginner's guide and delve into the history of the market. And last but not least, keep up with market commentary and outlooks from our team of investment professionals.
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Natural Resources
December 19, 2025
HAP ETF: Question & Answer
Explore why natural resources matter today and how the VanEck Natural Resources ETF (HAP) provides diversified exposure across energy, metals, agriculture, and renewables.
Thematic Investing
December 05, 2025
BUZZ ETF: Question & Answer
We answer frequently asked questions on the VanEck Social Sentiment ETF (BUZZ).
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
December 01, 2025
SMB ETF: Question & Answer
This blog covers short-term municipal bonds, their key advantages, and the VanEck Short Muni ETF (SMB).
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
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.
Digital Assets
VSOL ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Solana ETF delivers convenient exposure to Solana—in this blog you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about VSOL.
Thematic Investing
October 09, 2025
TruSector ETFs: Question and Answer
VanEck TruSector ETFs offer actively managed sector exposure built to deliver full market-cap representation and precise benchmark tracking.
Emerging Markets Bonds
VanEck Emerging Markets Bond ETF: Question & Answer
Access emerging markets bonds with a flexible, actively managed strategy that invests across the full spectrum of EM debt.
Digital Assets
HODL ETF: Question & Answer
We answer the frequently asked questions about the HODL ETF.
Thematic Investing
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors power our digital world, from AI to EVs. The industry is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation, efficiency, and growing demand.
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
December 19, 2025
HAP ETF: Question & Answer
Explore why natural resources matter today and how the VanEck Natural Resources ETF (HAP) provides diversified exposure across energy, metals, agriculture, and renewables.
Thematic Investing
December 05, 2025
BUZZ ETF: Question & Answer
We answer frequently asked questions on the VanEck Social Sentiment ETF (BUZZ).
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
December 01, 2025
SMB ETF: Question & Answer
This blog covers short-term municipal bonds, their key advantages, and the VanEck Short Muni ETF (SMB).
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
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.
Digital Assets
VSOL ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Solana ETF delivers convenient exposure to Solana—in this blog you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about VSOL.
Thematic Investing
October 09, 2025
TruSector ETFs: Question and Answer
VanEck TruSector ETFs offer actively managed sector exposure built to deliver full market-cap representation and precise benchmark tracking.
Emerging Markets Bonds
VanEck Emerging Markets Bond ETF: Question & Answer
Access emerging markets bonds with a flexible, actively managed strategy that invests across the full spectrum of EM debt.
Digital Assets
HODL ETF: Question & Answer
We answer the frequently asked questions about the HODL ETF.
Thematic Investing
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors power our digital world, from AI to EVs. The industry is rapidly evolving, driven by innovation, efficiency, and growing demand.
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.
Thematic Investing
June 05, 2025
Invest Where Private Market Growth Begins
Digital Assets
September 23, 2024
Ethereum 101: A Beginner’s Guide
MOAT INVESTING
September 18, 2024
Growth vs. Value Investing: Key Differences and Strategies
DIGITAL ASSETS
January 22, 2024
Bitcoin 101: A Beginner's Guide
MUNICIPAL BONDS
January 18, 2024
An Investor's Guide to Municipal Bonds
THEMATIC INVESTING
December 04, 2023
Investing in ETFs: Investment Strategies
THEMATIC INVESTING
November 06, 2023
Investing in Semiconductor ETFs & Stocks
MOAT INVESTING
September 22, 2023
Understanding Small Cap, Mid Cap & Large Cap Stocks
Income Investing
April 17, 2023
How to Develop a Dividend Investing Strategy: A Comprehensive Guide
Thematic Investing
December 28, 2022
Investing in ETFs: Beginner’s Guide
Thematic Investing
August 05, 2019
ETF 101: Understanding the Basics
Thematic Investing
August 15, 2019
ETF 102: The Inner Workings of ETF Creations and Redemptions
Income Investing
September 03, 2019
ETF 103: Is This ETF Right for Your Portfolio?
Thematic Investing
September 13, 2019
ETF 104: Getting the Most Out of Your ETF Trades
Income Investing
September 27, 2019
ETF 105: Gain Efficient Access to Bond Markets With Fixed Income ETFs
Income Investing
March 23, 2020
ETF 106: Debunking Fixed Income Myths
Thematic Investing
February 18, 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Investment Outlook
April 22, 2021
How Can I Buy VanEck ETFs?
Thematic Investing
May 12, 2020
5 Ways to Get Investment Ready
Economic Trends
October 12, 2022
Understanding Tax-loss Harvesting with ETFs
Thematic Investing
June 05, 2025
Invest Where Private Market Growth Begins
Digital Assets
September 23, 2024
Ethereum 101: A Beginner’s Guide
MOAT INVESTING
September 18, 2024
Growth vs. Value Investing: Key Differences and Strategies
DIGITAL ASSETS
January 22, 2024
Bitcoin 101: A Beginner's Guide
MUNICIPAL BONDS
January 18, 2024
An Investor's Guide to Municipal Bonds
THEMATIC INVESTING
December 04, 2023
Investing in ETFs: Investment Strategies
THEMATIC INVESTING
November 06, 2023
Investing in Semiconductor ETFs & Stocks
MOAT INVESTING
September 22, 2023
Understanding Small Cap, Mid Cap & Large Cap Stocks
Income Investing
April 17, 2023
How to Develop a Dividend Investing Strategy: A Comprehensive Guide
Thematic Investing
December 28, 2022
Investing in ETFs: Beginner’s Guide
Thematic Investing
August 05, 2019
ETF 101: Understanding the Basics
Thematic Investing
August 15, 2019
ETF 102: The Inner Workings of ETF Creations and Redemptions
Income Investing
September 03, 2019
ETF 103: Is This ETF Right for Your Portfolio?
Thematic Investing
September 13, 2019
ETF 104: Getting the Most Out of Your ETF Trades
Income Investing
September 27, 2019
ETF 105: Gain Efficient Access to Bond Markets With Fixed Income ETFs
Income Investing
March 23, 2020
ETF 106: Debunking Fixed Income Myths
Thematic Investing
February 18, 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Investment Outlook
April 22, 2021
How Can I Buy VanEck ETFs?
Thematic Investing
May 12, 2020
5 Ways to Get Investment Ready
Economic Trends
October 12, 2022
Understanding Tax-loss Harvesting with ETFs
Overview
April 11, 2022
What Can History Teach Us About Financial Markets?
Class One
October 14, 2020
#1 The U.S. Government as a Financial Actor: Who Is Alexander Hamilton? (1780s–1790s)
Class Two
October 21, 2020
Market History #2: Cotton, the South and Slavery (1800s–1860s)
Class Three
October 28, 2020
Market History #3: Canals, Railroads and Chicago (1825–1860s)
Class Four
November 4, 2020
Market History #4: The Depression, FDR’s Bank Act and Financial Regulation (1933–1934)
Class Five
November 11, 2020
Market History #5: FDR and the U.S.’s Biggest Debt Default
Overview
April 11, 2022
What Can History Teach Us About Financial Markets?
Class One
October 14, 2020
#1 The U.S. Government as a Financial Actor: Who Is Alexander Hamilton? (1780s–1790s)
Class Two
October 21, 2020
Market History #2: Cotton, the South and Slavery (1800s–1860s)
Class Three
October 28, 2020
Market History #3: Canals, Railroads and Chicago (1825–1860s)
Class Four
November 4, 2020
Market History #4: The Depression, FDR’s Bank Act and Financial Regulation (1933–1934)
Class Five
November 11, 2020
Market History #5: FDR and the U.S.’s Biggest Debt Default
Investment Outlook
December 18, 2025
Plan for 2026: Predictions from Our Portfolio Managers
Get your portfolio ready for 2026 with detailed insights from VanEck’s investment team about the factors driving risk and returns in their respective asset classes.
Model Portfolios
December 9, 2025
November Market Recap: AI Adoption Surges & Tight Liquidity Creates Opportunity
Digital Assets
January 8, 2026
Bitcoin Long-Term Capital Market Assumptions
Emerging Markets Bonds
January 7, 2026
If the Dollar Loses Reserve Status, Could Gold Surpass $39k?
Emerging Markets Equity
January 9, 2026
Navigating an Emerging Markets Inflection: Innovation, Discipline, and Quality Growth
Emerging markets rebounded in 2025, outperforming U.S. and global equities as easing inflation, supportive policy and AI-led innovation drove a durable shift toward renewed leadership.
Gold Investing
December 9, 2025
As Gold Soars, Opportunity Lies in ‘Better, Not Bigger’ Mining Acquisitions
Gold rallied above $4,200 as markets shifted rate expectations. Record prices are driving disciplined mining-sector M&A, with the strongest opportunities in targeted regional consolidation.
Income Investing
December 11, 2025
What is Preferred Stock? Understanding Types & Benefits
Learn what preferred stock is, its types, and how it differs from common stock. Understand the benefits and potential risks with VanEck.
Moat Investing
December 23, 2025
Moat Index Welcomes Back Cheap Mag 7 Names
The 4Q 2025 reconstitution of the Morningstar® Wide Moat Focus Index saw selective additions to the Magnificent 7, including NVIDIA and Meta, as AI-driven volatility created valuation opportunities. Despite adding growth-oriented tech names, the Index remains contrarian.
Municipal Bonds
December 9, 2025
Municipal Bond Stress Is Isolated — Here’s Why It Matters
Municipal defaults remain rare, but recent data shows a widening gap between the safest and riskiest sectors, highlighting the need for careful credit research and selective sector exposure.
Natural Resources
January 7, 2026
Three Forces Powering the Nuclear Energy Surge
Thematic Investing
December 23, 2025
Why Are Investors Re-Evaluating Large Pharmaceutical Companies?
Investment Outlook
December 18, 2025
Plan for 2026: Predictions from Our Portfolio Managers
Get your portfolio ready for 2026 with detailed insights from VanEck’s investment team about the factors driving risk and returns in their respective asset classes.
Model Portfolios
December 9, 2025
November Market Recap: AI Adoption Surges & Tight Liquidity Creates Opportunity
Digital Assets
January 8, 2026
Bitcoin Long-Term Capital Market Assumptions
Emerging Markets Bonds
January 7, 2026
If the Dollar Loses Reserve Status, Could Gold Surpass $39k?
Emerging Markets Equity
January 9, 2026
Navigating an Emerging Markets Inflection: Innovation, Discipline, and Quality Growth
Emerging markets rebounded in 2025, outperforming U.S. and global equities as easing inflation, supportive policy and AI-led innovation drove a durable shift toward renewed leadership.
Gold Investing
December 9, 2025
As Gold Soars, Opportunity Lies in ‘Better, Not Bigger’ Mining Acquisitions
Gold rallied above $4,200 as markets shifted rate expectations. Record prices are driving disciplined mining-sector M&A, with the strongest opportunities in targeted regional consolidation.
Income Investing
December 11, 2025
What is Preferred Stock? Understanding Types & Benefits
Learn what preferred stock is, its types, and how it differs from common stock. Understand the benefits and potential risks with VanEck.
Moat Investing
December 23, 2025
Moat Index Welcomes Back Cheap Mag 7 Names
The 4Q 2025 reconstitution of the Morningstar® Wide Moat Focus Index saw selective additions to the Magnificent 7, including NVIDIA and Meta, as AI-driven volatility created valuation opportunities. Despite adding growth-oriented tech names, the Index remains contrarian.
Municipal Bonds
December 9, 2025
Municipal Bond Stress Is Isolated — Here’s Why It Matters
Municipal defaults remain rare, but recent data shows a widening gap between the safest and riskiest sectors, highlighting the need for careful credit research and selective sector exposure.
Natural Resources
January 7, 2026
Three Forces Powering the Nuclear Energy Surge
Thematic Investing
December 23, 2025
Why Are Investors Re-Evaluating Large Pharmaceutical Companies?
Upcoming Webinar
Model Portfolios
Debasement to Digitization: Allocation for What’s Next
- Key 2026 investment themes: Debasement (gold, Bitcoin, real assets), digitization (AI and enabling infrastructure), and decarbonization (nuclear and energy security)
- How fiscal policy, interest-rate expectations, geopolitics and regulation shaped stocks, bonds and alternative assets in Q4 2025
- How portfolios may adapt in 2026 to balance growth, resilience and emerging risk
Speakers:
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Jan van EckChief Executive Officer
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David SchasslerHead of Multi-Asset Solutions
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Charles CameronDeputy Portfolio Manager, Asset Allocation Committee Member
Back-to-School Study Guide
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