WTI crude oil prices have surged past $104 per barrel, the highest in a year, due to conflict shutting parts of the Strait of Hormuz. This nearly doubles the price since December 2025 and raises concerns about further supply disruptions pushing prices to $150. Investors are considering two key funds: the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE), a low-cost ETF focused on major U.S. energy companies, and the Adams Natural Resources Fund (PEO), an actively managed closed-end fund with a broader natural resources portfolio and a strong dividend history. XLE offers straightforward exposure with liquidity and a modest dividend, while PEO provides higher income with an 8% annual payout but trades at a discount to net asset value, adding complexity. Each fund suits different investor goals amid volatile oil markets.
State Street Investment Management has filed for four new ETFs targeting the energy, technology, consumer staples, and consumer discretionary sectors. These new ETFs differ from existing ones by using uncapped S&P 500 sector indexes, allowing more co...
The Q2 2026 earnings season is expected to show strong growth with the S&P 500 projected to deliver a 23.3% earnings increase, led by technology and energy sectors. Tech gains are fueled by AI investments and semiconductor demand, while energy benefi...
