Low-Volatility Funds From Vanguard and Others Sound Ideal for This Market. Why They Might Not Be.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 19 2024
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Source: Barron's
Market Selloff and Low-Volatility Funds: Recent market selloff has led investors to reconsider their exposure to risky assets, but many low-volatility ETFs have underperformed, failing to provide the expected protection during market downturns.
Investment Strategies for Stability: Experts suggest exploring equal-weighted S&P 500 funds and dividend-paying stocks in sectors like healthcare and consumer staples as alternatives to traditional low-volatility funds, which may still carry significant risk.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
