The Vanguard Energy ETF (VDE) has gained 18.4% since mid-June 2026, driven by rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions disrupting supply. Key holdings like Exxon Mobil and Chevron benefit from favorable U.S. energy policies and supply challenges. Despite strong performance and a 2.17% yield, investors are advised to maintain trailing stops to protect gains due to the risk of price corrections amid ongoing uncertainty. The ETF remains a cautious Hold for now.
Exxon Mobil and Chevron, key holdings in the VDE ETF, are trading higher with gains of 2.54% and 2.59% respectively. Exxon Mobil is priced at USD 169.27 and Chevron at USD 217.65 on Pluang as of Sep 16, 2026 03:02 WIB.
President Donald Trump predicted the Iran war will end shortly after the November mid-term elections, expecting oil prices to fall sharply afterward. Despite a recent pullback, oil prices surged above $100 a barrel amid ongoing regional tensions, inc...
The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) has underperformed compared to SCHD and the S&P 500, rising about 10.4% since March versus 12.1% and 13.6% respectively. Its diluted large-cap exposure and low yield of around 1.89% make it less attractive,...
