Informed Investing

SEPTEMBER 21, 2026

IWMW Paid Out 41%. It Finished Last.

The NEOS Russell 2000 High Income ETF (IWMI) combines small-cap U.S. stocks with an active call-writing strategy to generate monthly income. While it has outperformed peers in cash distributions, its total return lags behind, highlighting the trade-off between income and capital appreciation. For high-income professionals,...

Beyond the Big Four: 6 Vanguard ETFs That Enhance A Portfolio Built Around VOO, VTI, VIG, and VYM

In 2026, the market is shifting as small-cap, international, value, and dividend stocks outperform major ETFs like VOO. With the Shiller CAPE ratio at a historic high and rising Treasury yields, investors should diversify beyond U.S. stocks. Consider incorporating the actively-managed VFMF ETF, which focuses on value, quality,...

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IWMW Paid Out 41%. It Finished Last.

Beyond the Big Four: 6 Vanguard ETFs That Enhance A Portfolio Built Around VOO, VTI, VIG, and VYM