The Vanguard Financials ETF (NYSEMKT: VFH) is one of many sector-focused exchange-traded funds that investors can buy. On the surface that seems like an easy thing to understand. Want financials ...

Wouldn't it be nice to have the "easy button" featured in Staples' TV commercials years ago to help you invest? Unfortunately, such a button doesn't exist. However, Vanguard makes investing easier -- ...

The Vanguard Financials ETF and the iShares U.S. Financials ETF share very similar portfolios. The iShares fund has an expense ratio of 0.38%, but Vanguard's charges just 0.09%. The Vanguard ETF's ...

John Edwards is a licensed attorney with experience in commodities and investments. He provides performance analysis of hedge funds and investors. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an ...

The financial sector could be one of the biggest winners over the next few years. Not only could falling interest rates lift bank margins, but looser regulations could make growth and profitability ...

The Vanguard Financials ETF could benefit from the second Trump administration's policies. The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF seems likely to continue its strong momentum. However, other Vanguard ETFs ...

Vanguard Digital Advisor offers convenient automated investing tools for beginner and hands-off investors, but its lack of human guidance and portfolio customization might be too limiting for more ...

Strong markets and disciplined saving lifted balances across generations, but rising withdrawals and financial stress hint at ...

This sector ETF has delivered solid though not spectacular performance this year. It could be a nice complement to portfolios that are heavily allocated to growth sectors. The fund offers exposure to ...