Etfs with energy storage concept

What is the iShares energy storage & materials ETF?

The iShares Energy Storage & Materials ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. and non-U.S. companies involved in energy storage solutions aiming to support the transition to a low-carbon economy, including hydrogen, fuel cells and batteries.

What are Energy ETFs?

Energy ETFs are investment funds that focus on stocks of companies involved in the energy industry. These companies include oil & natural gas producers and transporters, utility operators, alternative energy firms, and more.

Which energy ETFs should you invest in?

For investing in energy stocks, consider XLE. XLE targets a market-cap-weighted index of energy stocks drawn from the broader S&P 500 index, with ExxonMobil and Chevron being the top two holdings at 23.3% and 17.7%, respectively.

How are energy ETFs ranked?

Energy ETFs are ranked based on their aggregate 3-month fund flows. This metric gauges the perceived popularity amongst investors of Energy relative to other sectors.

What type of energy ETFs provide steady income?

An energy ETF focusing on midstream companies such as incorporated pipelines and master limited partnerships (MLPs) can be useful for producing steady income, primarily due to the relatively stable cash flows paid from their infrastructure-like assets.

What are the benefits of investing in an ETF over Big Oil?

While you can gain palpable energy exposure just by investing in the five "super-majors," or Big Oil, there's greater versatility by buying an exchange-traded fund, or an ETF. This includes the ability to diversify your portfolio and gain exposure to a broader range of energy companies.