As relentless selling pressure grips U.S. markets and fear mounts, the benchmark SPY ETF has tumbled 4.35% year-to-date as of Monday’s close, now down nearly 9% from its 52-week high. The technology sector has spearheaded the decline, with the QQQ ETF shedding 7.5% YTD and almost 13% from its peak, leaving investors scrambling for returns beyond the usual suspects.
While dividend-yielding stocks, consumer staples, and gold offer defensive appeal, foreign markets quietly steal the spotlight. Year-to-date, China, emerging markets, and European markets have significantly outperformed their U.S. counterparts. How can investors seeking diversification and exposure to these dynamic regions navigate this shift? Here are three popular ETFs to gain exposure to those regions.
