State Street SPDR S&P Bank ETF (NY:KBE)

Compare how expense ratios, yield, and portfolio concentration set these two banking ETFs apart, revealing key factors for cost-conscious investors.

Topics ETFs

Regional Banks or Megabanks? These ETFs Make Very Different Bets on the Sector ↗

May 27, 2026

Citigroup's huge rally has closed the valuation gap with its peers.

Topics ETFs

Is Citigroup Stock a Buy Now? ↗

January 12, 2026

Jobs Data Jitters: Softening Labor Market Fuels Rate Cut Hopes Amidst Economic Uncertainty

Topics ETFs

November 18, 2025

The U.S. stock market is currently navigating a period of heightened uncertainty, largely influenced by recent jobs data that paints a picture of a softening labor market. As of November 2025,...

Citigroup has had a strong performance during the past year, but that has significantly altered the value proposition for investors.

Topics Economy Workforce

Is Citigroup Stock a Buy Now? ↗

November 17, 2025

Howard Marks Cautions On 'Cockroaches,' Warning Loans, Frauds 'Often Occur In Clusters:' Credit Issues Aren't 'Systemic,' They're 'Systematic' ↗

Topics ETFs Economy

November 07, 2025

Howard Marks' new memo warns of 'cockroaches.' Why he says recent frauds are 'systematic' clusters, not a 'systemic' financial threat.

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Federal Reserve Cuts Rates Again Amid Deepening Labor Market Worries

October 29, 2025

The Federal Reserve, on October 29, 2025, delivered its second interest rate cut of the year, reducing its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a target range of 3.75% to 4.00%. This widely anticipated...

Fed Navigates Economic Crosscurrents: Rate Cut Anticipated Amidst Inflation and Softening Labor Market

Topics Artificial Intelligence Bonds Credit Cards

October 29, 2025

As the Federal Reserve approaches its highly anticipated October 28-29, 2025, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, financial markets are on tenterhooks, meticulously dissecting a complex...

Financial Markets Signal Near 100% Probability of Fed Rate Cut: What it Means for the Economy and Investors

Topics Bonds Economy Energy

October 09, 2025

The financial markets are currently flashing a near 100% probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut at the upcoming October 28-29 Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. This overwhelming...

Global financial markets in 2025 are navigating a complex landscape shaped by persistently high, or "sticky," inflation and the increasingly cautious stance of major central banks regarding interest...

Topics Bonds Credit Cards Economy

The Lingering Shadow: Sticky Inflation and Central Banks' Tightrope Walk in 2025

September 12, 2025

ETF investors can ride or hedge against banking sector volatility through financial sector funds like XLF and KBE, which hold top banks like JPM and BofA.

Topics Bonds Economy Supply Chain

ETF Playbook For Bank Earnings: Big Bets On Goldman, Morgan Stanley, BofA ↗

July 16, 2025

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Topics ETFs

Citi Sees M&A Rebound: Financial ETFs May Finally Catch A Bid ↗

June 10, 2025

Citigroup predicts strong rebound in banking fees this quarter due to increased M&A activity and suggests ETF investors prepare for a comeback.

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Topics ETFs

Trump Administration Set To Ease Big Bank Rules In Major Rollback Since 2008 Crisis: Here Are The Stocks And ETFs Investors Could Consider ↗

June 02, 2025

As Donald Trump's administration nears completion of a proposal to ease big bank rules, they are largely expected to cheer the lower SLR.

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Topics ETFs Government

Jobs Up, Wages Down: Financial ETFs May Have Just Found Their Sweet Spot ↗

May 09, 2025

April employment report: strong job growth, slow wage growth = stable inflation, potential rate cuts. Financial ETFs may benefit from this balance.

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Topics ETFs Economy

Rocket Companies Stock Slips After Tepid Q2 View, Top Mortgage Lender Says Homebuying Season Delayed: Retail’s Still Bullish ↗

May 09, 2025

The company said weekly purchase applications declined by double-digit percentage points throughout April, which the industry hadn’t witnessed since the financial crisis of 2008.

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Topics Government World Trade

5 Undervalued ETFs To Ride On Powell's Market Optimism ↗

March 20, 2025

Here are five ETFs from different zones of the market that are currently undervalued and could generate solid returns in a rising stock market.

Bank and financial indexes are at or near critical momentum support.

Topics ETFs

Financial Sector At Important Inflection Point ↗

March 08, 2025

Yesterday's bounce was short-lived, as uncertainty surrounding global trade policy sent stocks reeling yet again.

Topics Stocks / Equities

Stocks Fall Sharply Amid Slew Of Tariff Updates ↗

March 06, 2025

No Bidders, No Safety Net: Is Fed's Liquidity Lifeline Drying Up? Plus, ETFs To Watch ↗

Topics Commodities Stocks / Equities

March 04, 2025

If yields keep dropping, bond prices will rise. And if liquidity crunch fears escalate, defensive sectors could shine.

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Topics Bonds ETFs Economy

Rocket Companies Stock Rises After Q4 Profit Beat, Retail Sentiment Hits 1-Year High ↗

February 27, 2025

The mortgage lender’s fourth-quarter adjusted revenue of $1.19 billion exceeded Wall Street’s estimated $1.15 billion.

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5 Sector ETFs To Bet On Q4 Earnings ↗

January 11, 2025

The fourth-quarter 2024 earnings season will kick off next week, with banking sector players due to report numbers. The overall picture ahead of this reporting cycle is one of continued resilience....

Here are five ETFs from different zones that have plunged the most over the past month.

Topics ETFs

5 Top-Ranked ETFs To Buy Cheap ↗

January 09, 2025

Investors could bet on any of these sectors to magnify gains in the rest of the year.

Topics ETFs

Top ETF Stories Of 2024 ↗

December 27, 2024

Wall Street has been on a rally this holiday season. The AI boom and lower rates have been driving the stock market higher. Here is a brief look at some ETFs that could surprise investors with big...

Topics ETFs

Unwrapping 5 ETF Surprises From Secret Santa For Christmas ↗

December 21, 2024

The Federal Reserve's final meeting of the year has historically caused significant moves in 20 ETFs. A rate cut is expected, but the focus is on the Fed's forward guidance and projections.

Topics Artificial Intelligence ETFs

20 ETFs Primed For Unusually Big Swings On Fed Meeting Days ↗

December 18, 2024

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Topics ETFs Economy

1 Magnificent High-Yield Bank Stock Stock Down 25% to Buy and Hold Forever ↗

December 13, 2024

US Lenders File Joint Lawsuit Against Consumer Finance Watchdog For Capping Overdraft Fees: Wells Fargo, JPMorgan, Citigroup Stocks In Focus ↗

December 13, 2024

America's overdraft issuing bodies file a lawsuit challenging the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new decision.

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Topics Lawsuit

5 Best Top-Ranked ETFs Of November With More Upside Potential ↗

December 03, 2024

November turned out to be a banner month for U.S. stocks.