Education Center
Welcome to our education center, where you can unlock your investing potential. To find the right investment solution for your goals, explore our extensive library of fund and ETF FAQs. Brush up on the basics with our ETF beginner's guide and delve into the history of the market. And last but not least, keep up with market commentary and outlooks from our team of investment professionals.
Gain an understanding of Crypto and digital assets and their role within a portfolio.
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Income Investing
MIG and MBBB ETFs: Question & Answer
This Q&A answers key questions about MIG and MBBB ETFs and explains how investment-grade corporate bonds offer higher yields than U.S. Treasuries with limited credit risk, making them a strong core choice.
Income Investing
September 24, 2024
CLOI ETF and CLOB ETF: Question and Answer
We explore how CLOs are structured—including their “built-in” risk protection and how they compare to other fixed income instruments.
Thematic Investing
ESPO ETF: Question & Answer
The Q&A blog outlines the criteria for ESPO ETF inclusion, the growth outlook for the video game and eSports sector, potential challenges, projected market expansion, and key trends.
Income Investing
GRNB ETF: Question & Answer
This blog is intended to answer frequently asked questions about green bonds and more specifically, the VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB).
Thematic Investing
SMHX ETF: Question & Answer
Fabless semiconductor companies focus on design and outsource manufacturing, allowing them to innovate rapidly and scale efficiently without the costs of owning fabrication plants.
Thematic Investing
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors are the unsung conductors orchestrating everything digital. This important sector also boasts an added advantage: the sturdy governmental backing of the U.S.'s CHIPS Act.
Digital Assets
August 02, 2024
ETHV ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Ethereum ETF delivers convenient exposure to Ethereum—in this blog you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about ETHV.
Emerging Markets Bonds
July 08, 2024
HYEM ETF: Question and Answer
High yield emerging markets corporate bonds can help investors generate higher yields without taking on additional credit risk compared to a more U.S. focused high yield allocation.
Income Investing
CLOs Belong in Your Core: Q&A with Laila Kollmorgen
CLOs have historically offered attractive yield premiums with robust risk profiles. It’s time to include them in your core bond allocation.
Emerging Markets Equity
GLIN ETF: Question & Answer
VanEck India Growth Leaders ETF (GLIN) seeks to replicate an all-cap index that selects fundamentally strong Indian firms with attractive growth potential at reasonable prices.
Emerging Markets Equity
Our Approach to Emerging Markets Equity: Question & Answer
The growth, evolution and transformation of emerging markets (EM) may create long-term opportunities. We address questions about our approach to investing in EM equity in this Q&A.
Moat Investing
MVAL ETF and MGRO ETF: Question & Answer
Morningstar’s proven strategy of identifying quality companies trading at attractive valuations is now available in value and growth style-oriented ETFs.
Income Investing
MIG and MBBB ETFs: Question & Answer
This Q&A answers key questions about MIG and MBBB ETFs and explains how investment-grade corporate bonds offer higher yields than U.S. Treasuries with limited credit risk, making them a strong core choice.
Income Investing
September 24, 2024
CLOI ETF and CLOB ETF: Question and Answer
We explore how CLOs are structured—including their “built-in” risk protection and how they compare to other fixed income instruments.
Thematic Investing
ESPO ETF: Question & Answer
The Q&A blog outlines the criteria for ESPO ETF inclusion, the growth outlook for the video game and eSports sector, potential challenges, projected market expansion, and key trends.
Income Investing
GRNB ETF: Question & Answer
This blog is intended to answer frequently asked questions about green bonds and more specifically, the VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB).
Thematic Investing
SMHX ETF: Question & Answer
Fabless semiconductor companies focus on design and outsource manufacturing, allowing them to innovate rapidly and scale efficiently without the costs of owning fabrication plants.
Thematic Investing
SMH ETF: Question & Answer
Semiconductors are the unsung conductors orchestrating everything digital. This important sector also boasts an added advantage: the sturdy governmental backing of the U.S.'s CHIPS Act.
Digital Assets
August 02, 2024
ETHV ETF: Question & Answer
The VanEck Ethereum ETF delivers convenient exposure to Ethereum—in this blog you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about ETHV.
Emerging Markets Bonds
July 08, 2024
HYEM ETF: Question and Answer
High yield emerging markets corporate bonds can help investors generate higher yields without taking on additional credit risk compared to a more U.S. focused high yield allocation.
Income Investing
CLOs Belong in Your Core: Q&A with Laila Kollmorgen
CLOs have historically offered attractive yield premiums with robust risk profiles. It’s time to include them in your core bond allocation.
Emerging Markets Equity
GLIN ETF: Question & Answer
VanEck India Growth Leaders ETF (GLIN) seeks to replicate an all-cap index that selects fundamentally strong Indian firms with attractive growth potential at reasonable prices.
Emerging Markets Equity
Our Approach to Emerging Markets Equity: Question & Answer
The growth, evolution and transformation of emerging markets (EM) may create long-term opportunities. We address questions about our approach to investing in EM equity in this Q&A.
Moat Investing
MVAL ETF and MGRO ETF: Question & Answer
Morningstar’s proven strategy of identifying quality companies trading at attractive valuations is now available in value and growth style-oriented ETFs.
Digital Assets
September 23, 2024
Ethereum 101: A Beginner’s Guide
MOAT INVESTING
September 18, 2024
Growth vs. Value Investing: Key Differences and Strategies
DIGITAL ASSETS
January 22, 2024
Bitcoin 101: A Beginner's Guide
MUNICIPAL BONDS
January 18, 2024
An Investor's Guide to Municipal Bonds
THEMATIC INVESTING
December 04, 2023
Investing in ETFs: Investment Strategies
THEMATIC INVESTING
November 06, 2023
Investing in Semiconductor ETFs & Stocks
MOAT INVESTING
September 22, 2023
Understanding Small Cap, Mid Cap & Large Cap Stocks
Income Investing
April 17, 2023
How to Develop a Dividend Investing Strategy: A Comprehensive Guide
Thematic Investing
December 28, 2022
Investing in ETFs: Beginner’s Guide
Thematic Investing
August 05, 2019
ETF 101: Understanding the Basics
Thematic Investing
August 15, 2019
ETF 102: The Inner Workings of ETF Creations and Redemptions
Income Investing
September 03, 2019
ETF 103: Is This ETF Right for Your Portfolio?
Thematic Investing
September 13, 2019
ETF 104: Getting the Most Out of Your ETF Trades
Income Investing
September 27, 2019
ETF 105: Gain Efficient Access to Bond Markets With Fixed Income ETFs
Income Investing
March 23, 2020
ETF 106: Debunking Fixed Income Myths
Thematic Investing
February 18, 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Investment Outlook
April 22, 2021
How Can I Buy VanEck ETFs?
Thematic Investing
May 12, 2020
5 Ways to Get Investment Ready
Economic Trends
October 12, 2022
Understanding Tax-loss Harvesting with ETFs
Digital Assets
September 23, 2024
Ethereum 101: A Beginner’s Guide
MOAT INVESTING
September 18, 2024
Growth vs. Value Investing: Key Differences and Strategies
DIGITAL ASSETS
January 22, 2024
Bitcoin 101: A Beginner's Guide
MUNICIPAL BONDS
January 18, 2024
An Investor's Guide to Municipal Bonds
THEMATIC INVESTING
December 04, 2023
Investing in ETFs: Investment Strategies
THEMATIC INVESTING
November 06, 2023
Investing in Semiconductor ETFs & Stocks
MOAT INVESTING
September 22, 2023
Understanding Small Cap, Mid Cap & Large Cap Stocks
Income Investing
April 17, 2023
How to Develop a Dividend Investing Strategy: A Comprehensive Guide
Thematic Investing
December 28, 2022
Investing in ETFs: Beginner’s Guide
Thematic Investing
August 05, 2019
ETF 101: Understanding the Basics
Thematic Investing
August 15, 2019
ETF 102: The Inner Workings of ETF Creations and Redemptions
Income Investing
September 03, 2019
ETF 103: Is This ETF Right for Your Portfolio?
Thematic Investing
September 13, 2019
ETF 104: Getting the Most Out of Your ETF Trades
Income Investing
September 27, 2019
ETF 105: Gain Efficient Access to Bond Markets With Fixed Income ETFs
Income Investing
March 23, 2020
ETF 106: Debunking Fixed Income Myths
Thematic Investing
February 18, 2022
ETF 107: Passive vs. Active ETFs Explained
Investment Outlook
April 22, 2021
How Can I Buy VanEck ETFs?
Thematic Investing
May 12, 2020
5 Ways to Get Investment Ready
Economic Trends
October 12, 2022
Understanding Tax-loss Harvesting with ETFs
Overview
April 11, 2022
What Can History Teach Us About Financial Markets?
Class One
October 14, 2020
#1 The U.S. Government as a Financial Actor: Who Is Alexander Hamilton? (1780s–1790s)
Class Two
October 21, 2020
Market History #2: Cotton, the South and Slavery (1800s–1860s)
Class Three
October 28, 2020
Market History #3: Canals, Railroads and Chicago (1825–1860s)
Class Four
November 4, 2020
Market History #4: The Depression, FDR’s Bank Act and Financial Regulation (1933–1934)
Class Five
November 11, 2020
Market History #5: FDR and the U.S.’s Biggest Debt Default
Overview
April 11, 2022
What Can History Teach Us About Financial Markets?
Class One
October 14, 2020
#1 The U.S. Government as a Financial Actor: Who Is Alexander Hamilton? (1780s–1790s)
Class Two
October 21, 2020
Market History #2: Cotton, the South and Slavery (1800s–1860s)
Class Three
October 28, 2020
Market History #3: Canals, Railroads and Chicago (1825–1860s)
Class Four
November 4, 2020
Market History #4: The Depression, FDR’s Bank Act and Financial Regulation (1933–1934)
Class Five
November 11, 2020
Market History #5: FDR and the U.S.’s Biggest Debt Default
Investment Outlook
December 24, 2024
Plan for 2025: Predictions from Our Portfolio Managers
Model Portfolios
March 6, 2025
Monthly Market Recap: Markets in Motion—Tariffs, Tech, and Treasure
Trump’s tariffs, AI’s next phase, and a potential U.S. gold revaluation could shake markets—investors who stay ahead of these transitions will be best positioned.
Digital Assets
March 20, 2025
VanEck Mid-March 2025 Bitcoin ChainCheck
Emerging Markets Bonds
March 7, 2025
Riding the EM Debt Bull
EM debt is thriving despite risks, with stronger currencies and U.S. rate rallies boosting returns. High carry, priced-in tariff concerns, and high real rates support its outperformance.
Emerging Markets Equity
February 27, 2025
Invest in Israel: Cutting-Edge Innovation and Lasting Opportunities
Israel, the “Startup Nation”, is a global innovation leader, driven by top R&D spending, a thriving startup ecosystem, and strong government support for business growth and investment.
Gold Investing
March 6, 2025
Dollar’s Trouble Could Be Gold’s Triumph
Gold continued to make new highs in February; a crisis of confidence in the U.S. dollar may drive gold prices higher than expected.
Income Investing
March 20, 2025
CLOs Now a Core Necessity
Despite their lack of inclusion in broad “agg” indices, CLOs have proven they belong in investors’ core bond portfolios.
Moat Investing
March 26, 2025
Moat Index Adds Tech as Volatility Reveals Value
Tech headlined the Moat Index’s March review, as six of the nine additions came from the sector, showcasing how volatility can create opportunities to find misvalued, high quality companies.
Municipal Bonds
March 25, 2025
Muni Market’s Moment of Truth: Tax-Exemption in Question
The tax-exemption status of municipal bonds faces growing uncertainty as policymakers consider major tax changes. While risks loom, attractive yields offer strategic opportunities for investors.
Natural Resources
March 12, 2025
Top Nuclear Energy Companies Shaping the Future of Clean Power
Nuclear energy demand is growing. Here are the top ten nuclear energy companies shaping the future of clean power, along with key investing insights.
Thematic Investing
March 31, 2025
Top Robotics Companies Transforming the Industry in 2025
This blog explores the top robotics companies revolutionizing the sector, the industries being impacted, and key investment trends shaping the future of robotics.
Investment Outlook
December 24, 2024
Plan for 2025: Predictions from Our Portfolio Managers
Model Portfolios
March 6, 2025
Monthly Market Recap: Markets in Motion—Tariffs, Tech, and Treasure
Trump’s tariffs, AI’s next phase, and a potential U.S. gold revaluation could shake markets—investors who stay ahead of these transitions will be best positioned.
Digital Assets
March 20, 2025
VanEck Mid-March 2025 Bitcoin ChainCheck
Emerging Markets Bonds
March 7, 2025
Riding the EM Debt Bull
EM debt is thriving despite risks, with stronger currencies and U.S. rate rallies boosting returns. High carry, priced-in tariff concerns, and high real rates support its outperformance.
Emerging Markets Equity
February 27, 2025
Invest in Israel: Cutting-Edge Innovation and Lasting Opportunities
Israel, the “Startup Nation”, is a global innovation leader, driven by top R&D spending, a thriving startup ecosystem, and strong government support for business growth and investment.
Gold Investing
March 6, 2025
Dollar’s Trouble Could Be Gold’s Triumph
Gold continued to make new highs in February; a crisis of confidence in the U.S. dollar may drive gold prices higher than expected.
Income Investing
March 20, 2025
CLOs Now a Core Necessity
Despite their lack of inclusion in broad “agg” indices, CLOs have proven they belong in investors’ core bond portfolios.
Moat Investing
March 26, 2025
Moat Index Adds Tech as Volatility Reveals Value
Tech headlined the Moat Index’s March review, as six of the nine additions came from the sector, showcasing how volatility can create opportunities to find misvalued, high quality companies.
Municipal Bonds
March 25, 2025
Muni Market’s Moment of Truth: Tax-Exemption in Question
The tax-exemption status of municipal bonds faces growing uncertainty as policymakers consider major tax changes. While risks loom, attractive yields offer strategic opportunities for investors.
Natural Resources
March 12, 2025
Top Nuclear Energy Companies Shaping the Future of Clean Power
Nuclear energy demand is growing. Here are the top ten nuclear energy companies shaping the future of clean power, along with key investing insights.
Thematic Investing
March 31, 2025
Top Robotics Companies Transforming the Industry in 2025
This blog explores the top robotics companies revolutionizing the sector, the industries being impacted, and key investment trends shaping the future of robotics.
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Wealth Builder’s Guide to AI, Inflation and Energy Revolution
- The market forces that are affecting your portfolio
- Where they’re seeing real opportunities in today’s market
- How to position your portfolio to take advantage of prevailing trends
Speakers:
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Jan van EckChief Executive Officer
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David SchasslerHead of Multi-Asset Solutions
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Charles CameronDeputy Portfolio Manager, Natural Resources Equity Strategy
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