iShares Global Infrastructure ETF

IGF

市值 US$106億

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Maintaining adequate diversification is extremely important. However, unless you have simplifying anchors for a portfolio, it can be very easy to lose proper diversification. I share a portfolio strategy - along with specific picks - that can deliver a diversification, low-stress portfolio that generates very attractive income and dividend growth.

The iShares Global Infrastructure ETF receives a Hold rating due to global macroeconomic headwinds and sector-specific risks like elevated energy prices and supply chain disruptions. IGF faces near-term pressure from elevated energy costs, supply chain disruptions, and slowing global GDP growth, particularly impacting its transportation sector exposure. Stability in IGF is partially offset by US utilities and midstream investments, benefiting from data center-driven electricity demand and grid modernization.

Whenever I can buy an elite dividend machine with major macro tailwinds at a big discount, I jump at the opportunity. I list 3 of these rare compelling buying opportunities in this article. I also detail their investment theses.

I detail the keys to identifying reliable, high-yielding dividend growth machines for retirement. I also share my favorite place to find attractive dividend growth machines in the current environment. I close by sharing some of my top dividend growth machines of the moment.

Infrastructure ETFs are gaining momentum as grid upgrades, EV charging expansion and decarbonization fuel demand beyond AI.

I detail the two places where I am putting my biggest bets right now. These 7%+ yielding dividend investments are backed by major macro tailwinds. I also discuss the risks to keep in mind.

Launched on January 31, 2012, the iShares U.S. Power Infrastructure ETF (POWR) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Utilities - Infrastructure segment of the equity market.