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Smart Beta ETF report for QUAL
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With the recent sell-off in the tech sector and the significant losses faced by tech giants, diversifying away from tech companies becomes a smart strategy. Look at ETFs to diversify your portfolios.
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by Zacks Equity Research
Smart Beta ETF report for QUAL
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Is iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) a Strong ETF Right Now?
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We have highlighted some investing strategies that could be extremely beneficial for investors heading into the fourth quarter.
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by Zacks Equity Research
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