The Iran war has triggered a sharp rise in oil prices, pushing them above $100 and putting pressure on broad markets already in correction. This spike has renewed interest in big energy stocks, which could benefit from higher dividends if elevated prices persist. However, the situation remains volatile with risks of further price swings and geopolitical tensions, making energy ETFs like the State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR a popular but risky play. Investors should prepare for continued market turbulence while considering gradual exposure to energy amid uncertain oil price trends.
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...
