With 2026 around, I am refining my inflation-focused asset allocation model that performed well in 2025. Check out the major updates in the portfolio here.

Learn everything you need to know about SMI 3Fourteen REAL Asset Allocation ETF (RAA) and how it ranks compared to other funds. Research performance, expense ratio, holdings, and volatility to see if ...

Discover why VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) is a top play in the gold super-cycle, with dollar weakness boosting ...

In this week’s TrendMap, ET Wealth compares seven asset combinations. Portfolios with gold have delivered a notable return boost in recent years, while those without gold exposure have consistently ...

A thoughtful allocation strategy requires adjusting the equal-weight baseline based on four key considerations.

You can build a couch-potato portfolio in three simple ways—using index mutual funds, index ETFs, or asset-allocation ETFs. But before we dive into these further, an important note. The following ...

Custom asset allocation models are taking center stage in the model portfolio market, as providers respond to growing demand for tailored solutions across advisor channels. That's according to the ...

Is rebalancing your investment portfolio in 2026 a must-do for all investors? “Rebalancing isn’t equally important in every market environment,” says Morningstar portfolio strategist Amy Arnott. “It’s ...

After reaching a peak of $124,310 on Oct. 7, Bitcoin fell about 14% to $106,959 on Oct. 18. For most risk assets, a decline of that size would be considered major. For example, the S&P 500’s ...