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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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U.S. Equity
VanEck U.S. Equity Buffer ETFs: Question & Answer
VanEck’s U.S. Equity Buffer ETFs seek to give investors exposure to the upside of the U.S. equities, up to a cap, with a built-in buffer against initial losses over an annual outcome period.
Emerging Markets Equity
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.
Emerging Markets Equity
VEFA & VEEM: Question & Answer
This blog answers frequently asked questions about analyst sentiment investing and the VEFA and VEEM ETFs, including how the strategies are constructed and how they may fit in a portfolio.
Thematic Investing
TruSector ETFs: Question and Answer
VanEck TruSector ETFs offer actively managed sector exposure built to deliver full market-cap representation and precise benchmark tracking.
Thematic Investing
SMHC ETF: Question & Answer
As China expands its semiconductor capabilities, a distinct segment of the global chip industry is emerging. Explore how SMHC approaches this opportunity.
Asset Allocation
RAAX Implementation Enhancements: Frequently Asked Questions
See how VanEck Real Assets ETF’s (RAAX) enhancement is designed to benefit investors while preserving the fund’s core philosophy and risk profile.
Thematic Investing
RACK ETF: Question & Answer
From chips and servers to power, cooling, and grid infrastructure, AI demands a physical foundation. RACK targets the companies building the data center supply chain for the AI economy.
Thematic Investing
WARP ETF: Question & Answer
From satellites to rockets, the space economy is taking off. See how WARP provides targeted access to the companies behind this growing theme.
Income Investing
CLO Opportunities Fund: Question & Answer
We explore the VanEck CLO Opportunities Fund, which invests in CLO equity and junior mezzanine debt, seeking high income and diversification through active management across the CLO capital structure.
Thematic Investing
GENZ ETF: Question & Answer
GENZ ETF targets the digital native economy, giving investors exposure to the fintech, gig, and online entertainment platforms built for the next generation of consumers.
Emerging Markets Equity
INDZ ETF: Question & Answer
The INDZ ETF is designed to provide selective exposure to Indian equities, focusing on higher-quality companies to reduce index drag and support long-term compounding.
Natural Resources
EMET ETF: Question & Answer
Global electrification is accelerating demand for copper, a critical metal with limited substitutes. This FAQ explores the investment case and how investors can gain exposure to copper.
U.S. Equity
VanEck U.S. Equity Buffer ETFs: Question & Answer
VanEck’s U.S. Equity Buffer ETFs seek to give investors exposure to the upside of the U.S. equities, up to a cap, with a built-in buffer against initial losses over an annual outcome period.
Emerging Markets Equity
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.
Emerging Markets Equity
VEFA & VEEM: Question & Answer
This blog answers frequently asked questions about analyst sentiment investing and the VEFA and VEEM ETFs, including how the strategies are constructed and how they may fit in a portfolio.
Thematic Investing
TruSector ETFs: Question and Answer
VanEck TruSector ETFs offer actively managed sector exposure built to deliver full market-cap representation and precise benchmark tracking.
Thematic Investing
SMHC ETF: Question & Answer
As China expands its semiconductor capabilities, a distinct segment of the global chip industry is emerging. Explore how SMHC approaches this opportunity.
Asset Allocation
RAAX Implementation Enhancements: Frequently Asked Questions
See how VanEck Real Assets ETF’s (RAAX) enhancement is designed to benefit investors while preserving the fund’s core philosophy and risk profile.
Thematic Investing
RACK ETF: Question & Answer
From chips and servers to power, cooling, and grid infrastructure, AI demands a physical foundation. RACK targets the companies building the data center supply chain for the AI economy.
Thematic Investing
WARP ETF: Question & Answer
From satellites to rockets, the space economy is taking off. See how WARP provides targeted access to the companies behind this growing theme.
Income Investing
CLO Opportunities Fund: Question & Answer
We explore the VanEck CLO Opportunities Fund, which invests in CLO equity and junior mezzanine debt, seeking high income and diversification through active management across the CLO capital structure.
Thematic Investing
GENZ ETF: Question & Answer
GENZ ETF targets the digital native economy, giving investors exposure to the fintech, gig, and online entertainment platforms built for the next generation of consumers.
Emerging Markets Equity
INDZ ETF: Question & Answer
The INDZ ETF is designed to provide selective exposure to Indian equities, focusing on higher-quality companies to reduce index drag and support long-term compounding.
Natural Resources
EMET ETF: Question & Answer
Global electrification is accelerating demand for copper, a critical metal with limited substitutes. This FAQ explores the investment case and how investors can gain exposure to copper.
Income Investing
April 17, 2026
ETFs vs. Mutual Funds: Key Differences for Investors
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
Income Investing
December 11, 2025
What is Preferred Stock? Understanding Types & Benefits
Income Investing
November 25, 2025
What Drives Double-Digit Yields in Mortgage REITs
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
Income Investing
April 17, 2026
ETFs vs. Mutual Funds: Key Differences for Investors
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
Income Investing
December 11, 2025
What is Preferred Stock? Understanding Types & Benefits
Income Investing
November 25, 2025
What Drives Double-Digit Yields in Mortgage REITs
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
October 27, 2026
Q4 2026 Outlook: The Bond Squeeze
Asset Allocation
October 27, 2026
VanEck Wealth Builder ETF: The All-in-One ETF Explained
VanEck’s WBMO is an actively managed all-in-one ETF holding stocks, bonds, real assets and digital assets. Learn how it works, what it holds and what it costs.
Digital Assets
October 6, 2026
NODE Monthly Commentary: September 2026
Emerging Markets Bonds
October 23, 2026
One Takeaway, Four Implications, and Seven Denials at 2026 IMF Annual Meetings
The Emerging Markets Debt team just returned from 2026 Annual IMF Meetings in Bangkok, where we discussed all key topics with key global policymakers, investors, and analysts.
Emerging Markets Equity
October 12, 2026
Beyond the AI Trade: Earnings, Infrastructure and a Broadening EM Opportunity
EM earnings growth is broadening well beyond AI. Our research in Korea, Taiwan, Brazil and India reinforced our conviction in the AI supply chain while highlighting opportunities in infrastructure, real assets and Latin America.
Gold Investing
October 8, 2026
Gold Miners: Turning Strong Margins Into Long-Term Value
Despite gold’s price dip in September, sector fundamentals look solid: producers are reporting near-record margins, strong balance sheets, and management teams focused on execution.
Income Investing
October 21, 2026
CLOs Outperform As Yields Rose in Q3
CLOs gained 1.36% in Q3 as floating rate carry beat a bond sell-off driven by a rise in yields. Lower-rated tranches led, but rising tail risks keep us higher in the capital stack.
Moat Investing
October 28, 2026
An Investor’s Guide to Cost Advantage
Companies with a structural cost advantage can undercut rivals on price or earn higher margins, making it one of the most powerful and difficult competitive advantages to maintain.
Municipal Bonds
October 26, 2026
Higher Yields, Historic Flows, Solid Credit
Municipal bond yields have climbed to multi-year highs, boosting tax-equivalent income while ETF flows surge and credit quality remains solid.
Natural Resources
October 21, 2026
RAAX Update: Ride the Trend
Stay invested in AI and the physical buildout behind it, tune out bubble noise, and remain diversified.
Thematic Investing
October 28, 2026
ETF 102: How ETF Creations and Redemptions Work
The creation and redemption process is a fundamental feature of the ETF structure. Learn how this process works and its role in driving liquidity and tax efficiency for investors.
Investment Outlook
October 27, 2026
Q4 2026 Outlook: The Bond Squeeze
Asset Allocation
October 27, 2026
VanEck Wealth Builder ETF: The All-in-One ETF Explained
VanEck’s WBMO is an actively managed all-in-one ETF holding stocks, bonds, real assets and digital assets. Learn how it works, what it holds and what it costs.
Digital Assets
October 6, 2026
NODE Monthly Commentary: September 2026
Emerging Markets Bonds
October 23, 2026
One Takeaway, Four Implications, and Seven Denials at 2026 IMF Annual Meetings
The Emerging Markets Debt team just returned from 2026 Annual IMF Meetings in Bangkok, where we discussed all key topics with key global policymakers, investors, and analysts.
Emerging Markets Equity
October 12, 2026
Beyond the AI Trade: Earnings, Infrastructure and a Broadening EM Opportunity
EM earnings growth is broadening well beyond AI. Our research in Korea, Taiwan, Brazil and India reinforced our conviction in the AI supply chain while highlighting opportunities in infrastructure, real assets and Latin America.
Gold Investing
October 8, 2026
Gold Miners: Turning Strong Margins Into Long-Term Value
Despite gold’s price dip in September, sector fundamentals look solid: producers are reporting near-record margins, strong balance sheets, and management teams focused on execution.
Income Investing
October 21, 2026
CLOs Outperform As Yields Rose in Q3
CLOs gained 1.36% in Q3 as floating rate carry beat a bond sell-off driven by a rise in yields. Lower-rated tranches led, but rising tail risks keep us higher in the capital stack.
Moat Investing
October 28, 2026
An Investor’s Guide to Cost Advantage
Companies with a structural cost advantage can undercut rivals on price or earn higher margins, making it one of the most powerful and difficult competitive advantages to maintain.
Municipal Bonds
October 26, 2026
Higher Yields, Historic Flows, Solid Credit
Municipal bond yields have climbed to multi-year highs, boosting tax-equivalent income while ETF flows surge and credit quality remains solid.
Natural Resources
October 21, 2026
RAAX Update: Ride the Trend
Stay invested in AI and the physical buildout behind it, tune out bubble noise, and remain diversified.
Thematic Investing
October 28, 2026
ETF 102: How ETF Creations and Redemptions Work
The creation and redemption process is a fundamental feature of the ETF structure. Learn how this process works and its role in driving liquidity and tax efficiency for investors.
Upcoming Webinar
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Income Investing
Diversify Your Inflation Hedge Beyond TIPS with EM Bonds
- Why EM inflation-linked bonds offer structurally higher real yields than US TIPS and how that gap has widened
- How coupons linked to local inflation provide exposure to commodity-driven and global inflation trends that US TIPS may miss
- How EM inflation-linked bonds fit as an income-generating complement to both fixed income and real asset allocation
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William SokolDirector of Product Management
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Fran RodilossoHead of Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Management
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