Building Your ETF Portfolio in 2026

Описание: An extensive analysis of various Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) suitable for investors seeking long-term growth and income with a moderate risk profile. It first examines broad market funds, such as Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI), highlighting their low expense ratios and strong diversification as core holdings. The text also reviews the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), which offers a significantly higher dividend yield and lower volatility due to its focus on quality dividend-paying stocks. Finally, the analysis shifts to higher-risk, sector-specific tech ETFs—including the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), the Global X Robotics & AI ETF (BOTZ), and the Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)—which are suggested only for smaller, "satellite" allocations to target speculative, high-growth trends like artificial intelligence and quantum computing. The overall conclusion recommends a core-satellite approach utilizing a mix of these funds to balance dependable market exposure with targeted innovation.