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In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO of USCF investments. This episode dives into precious metals, gold income strategies, copper markets, commodity diversification opportunities, a unique oil and bitcoin strategy, and key insights and energy markets.  John Love of USCF Investments breaks down the USCF Gold Strategy Plus Income ETF (USG), which combines physical gold exposure with quarterly income via options strategies—a unique approach for investors seeking steady returns alongside precious metals.  We also explore the SummerHaven Dynamic Commodity Strategy No K-1 Fund (SDCI), which leverages broad commodity trends to diversify portfolios beyond stocks and bonds, as well as examining copper’s structural supply deficit and increasing demand as well as USCF's recently launched Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund (WTIB), which allows you to invest in two uncorrelated assets in one find. ********* To learn more about USCF Investments visit http://www.USCFInvestments.com 

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETF Product at Advisors Asset Management about growth and income opportunities with international investing, preferred securities, CLOs, and companies that are transforming global business. Learn more about Advisors Asset Management's ETF lineup https://www.aamlive.com/ETF

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Ryan Lee, Senior Vice President of Product and Strategy at Direxion about top market trends and big moves in ETF trading. Topics covered includes a discussion of Direxion's ETFs linked to titans of a given sector, gold miners and junior gold miners, and treasuries. ********* To learn more about Direxion's ETF lineup, visit Direxion https://www.direxion.com/

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Lance McGray, Head of ETF Product at Advisors Asset Management about growth and income opportunities with preferred securities, CLOs, and companies that are transforming global business. Learn more about Advisors Asset Management's ETF lineup https://www.aamlive.com/ETF

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO of USCF investments. This episode dives into gold income strategies, commodity diversification opportunities, and key insights on copper and energy markets.  John Love of USCF Investments breaks down the USCF Gold Strategy Plus Income ETF (USG), which combines physical gold exposure with quarterly income via options strategies—a unique approach for investors seeking steady returns alongside precious metals.  We also explore the SummerHaven Dynamic Commodity Strategy No K-1 Fund (SDCI), which leverages broad commodity trends to diversify portfolios beyond stocks and bonds, as well as examining copper’s structural supply deficit and increasing demand and how to invest in it with The United States Copper Index Fund (CPER), while analyzing the USCF Midstream Energy Income Fund (UMI). ********* To learn more about USCF Investments visit http://www.USCFInvestments.com 

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with Paul Baiocchi, CFA and Head of Fund Sales and Strategy at SS&C ALPS Advisors. This episode examines top trends in electrification, energy, and other markets.  The growing electrification trend has made ETFs like the ALPS Electrification Infrastructure ETF (ELFY) more relevant then ever. Plus, we analyze the Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR), the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP), the ALPS O’Shares U.S. Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (OUSM) and the ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG). ********* To learn more about SS&C ALPS Advisors visit http://www.alpsfunds.com 

In this episode of Spotlight, Stephanie Stanton ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO of USCF investments. This episode dives into gold income strategies, commodity diversification opportunities, and key insights on copper and natural gas markets.  John Love of USCF Investments breaks down the USCF Gold Strategy Plus Income ETF (USG), which combines physical gold exposure with quarterly income via options strategies—a unique approach for investors seeking steady returns alongside precious metals.  We also explore the SummerHaven Dynamic Commodity Strategy No K-1 Fund (SDCI), which leverages broad commodity trends to diversify portfolios beyond stocks and bonds, as well as examining copper’s soaring demand due to electrification and AI growth, while analyzing natural gas ETFs like the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG).  ********* To learn more about USCF Investments visit http://www.USCFInvestments.com 

In this episode of Spotlight, Ron Delegge ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Mo Sparks, Chief Product Officer at Direxion about top market trends and big moves in ETF trading. Topics covered includes a discussion of Direxion's ETFs linked to Ford, Shopify, Lockheed Martin, along with digital networking and big pharma stocks. ********* To learn more about Direxion's ETF lineup, visit Direxion https://www.direxion.com/

In this episode of Spotlight, Brittany Mason  ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Chandler Nichols, VP, ETF Product Development at Advisors Asset Management about growth and income opportunities with  preferred securities, shorter duration bonds and companies that are transforming global business. Learn more about Advisors Asset Management's ETF lineup https://www.aamlive.com/ETF

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with Paul Baiocchi, CFA and Head of Fund Sales and Strategy at SS&C ALPS Advisors. This episode examines top trends in electrification, energy, and other markets.  The growing electrification trend has made ETFs like the ALPS Electrification Infrastructure ETF (ELFY) more relevant then ever. Plus, we analyze the ALPS Intermediate Municipal Bond ETF (MNBD), the Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR), the ALPS Core Commodity Natural Resource ETF (CCNR), and the ALPS Active REIT ETF (REIT). ********* To learn more about SS&C ALPS Advisors visit http://www.alpsfunds.com 

Single-stock ETFs are rewriting the rules—offering leveraged exposure, built-in hedging, and targeted plays on some of the market's most iconic companies. In this video, we dive into how they work, why they’re gaining traction, and what investors need to understand before jumping in. Whether you're curious about high-conviction trades or strategic hedging, this is your crash course into the future of ETF investing. Watch Ron DeLegge ‪@etfguide‬ chat with David Kreinces at ETF Portfolio Management about single stock ETFs with a few case study examples on Strategy, Netflix and Coinbase. ********* Single stock ETFs from Direxion Direxion Daily Leveraged & Inverse ETFs. Know the risks. Proceed Boldly. Visit http://www.Direxion.com 

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with with John Love, CFA and CEO at USCF Investments.  This episode examines top trends in commodities like gold, copper, natural gas and other commodities along with corresponding ETFs.   Copper's strong 2025 performance has put ETFs like the United States Copper Index Fund (CPER) on investors' radars. Plus, we analyze the USCF Gold Strategy Plus Income Fund (USG) which offers income potential from its gold holdings for investors and financial advisors.   Finally, this episode helps advisors and investors understand the important role commodities play inside a diversified investment portfolio. They aren't just a hedge, but a big diversifier with upside potential. 

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Douglas Yones, CEO at Direxion about top market trends and big moves in ETF trading. Topics covered includes a discussion of Direxion's ETFs linked to gold miners, semiconductors, Mag 7 stocks like Tesla and Nvidia, along with the cybersecurity and big pharma stocks. ********* To learn more about Direxion's ETF lineup, visit Direxion https://www.direxion.com/

In this episode of Spotlight, Brittany Mason ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Chandler Nichols, VP, ETF Product Development at Advisors Asset Management about income opportunities with dividend growth stocks, preferred securities and shorter duration bonds. ETF tickers mentioned in this episode include 1. AAM Low Duration Preferred & Income Securities ETF (PFLD) 2. AAM Brentview Dividend Growth ETF (BDIV) 3. AAM S&P 500 High Dividend Value ETF (SPDV) 4. AAM SLC Low Duration Income ETF (LODI) Learn more about Advisors Asset Management's ETF lineup https://www.aamlive.com/ETF

In this episode of Spotlight, Thalia Hayden ‪@etfguide‬ chats with Paul Baiocchi, CFA & Chief ETF Strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors. Topics covered include ETF strategies for combating the shortcomings of traditional cap weighted market indexes. Financial advisors and ETF investors alike should take note. Also discussed are investment opportunities for REIT, fixed income and energy investors. Finally, a new global equity ETF targeting natural resources is discussed and explained.    ETF tickers mentioned in this episode ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF (SMTH) ALPS O’Shares U.S. Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF (OUSM) ALPS Active REIT ETF (REIT) ALPS Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR) ALPS CoreCommodity Natural Resources ETF (CCNR) ********* To learn more about SS&C ALPS Advisors visit http://www.alpsfunds.com