#exchange-traded-funds

#exchange-traded-funds

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF ( NASDAQ:SMH) is one of the best-performing ETFs of the last five years and has gained 53% in the past year, beating the S&P 500. It jumped over 220% in the past five years and is exchanging hands for $378 today. As the semiconductor sector boomed, this ETF had some of its best days. It is set for another winning year and could beat the S&P 500 again.

The all-stock deal will see Strive buying Semler shares at roughly $90.52 apiece, a more than 200% premium to its Friday closing price of $29.18. The two firms will together own nearly 11,000 Bitcoin after the merger, according to a press release on Monday. Strive will explore ways to "monetizing" or distributing Semler's "historically profitable diagnostics business at a future date," the announcement said.

Covered call exchange-traded-funds (ETFs) appeal to income-seeking investors by selling call options on underlying assets for enhanced dividend yields.

The Vanguard Financials ETF (VFH) is a top pick for 2025, offering exposure to banks, insurers, and investment firms poised to benefit from the current interest rate environment.