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ETFs to Follow Amid U.S.-China Summit

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Key Takeaways

  • U.S.-China summit signaled easing tensions and more stable trade ties.
  • China tech ETFs may gain if NVIDIA chip access improves further.
  • Boeing jet orders and energy talks could aid aerospace and oil ETFs.

A high-stakes summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing signaled a possible easing in U.S.-China tensions, boosting optimism around trade, technology and aviation ties.

The two leaders agreed to pursue a more “constructive” relationship focused on cooperation and “measured competition,” marking a shift from the intense friction seen in recent years over trade, chips, and Taiwan, per CNBC.

Trade, AI and Energy in Focus

The summit discussions centered heavily on trade and technology, as quoted on CNBC.

China reportedly signaled willingness to buy more U.S. agricultural products, energy and aircraft in exchange for avoiding further tariff escalation and export restrictions.

Technology was another major focus. Investors closely watched the presence of NVIDIA’s (NVDA - Free Report) CEO Jensen Huang in Beijing, as access to advanced AI chips remains critical for Chinese firms competing in artificial intelligence (AI).

A Reuters report later said Washington cleared sales of Nvidia H200 AI chips to several major Chinese technology firms, including Alibaba, Tencent, ByteDance and JD.com, as quoted on CNBC.

The two sides also discussed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open to maintain global energy flows. China additionally expressed interest in purchasing more U.S. oil, per a CNBC article.

Boeing Deal Draws Attention

Trump also said China agreed to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft during the visit, per NDTV.

The announcement followed reports that Boeing had been negotiating a large aircraft order with China’s biggest airlines ahead of the summit.

Taiwan Remains the Key Flashpoint

Xi reserved his strongest comments for Taiwan, calling it the “most important issue” in U.S.-China relations and warning that mishandling the issue could complicate the matter.

ETFs That Could Benefit

Tech & Internet ETFs

These funds may gain if chip restrictions ease and AI investment accelerates. Chian tech ETFs like KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB - Free Report) should win ahead.

Broad-based China ETFs

iShares MSCI China ETF (MCHI - Free Report) should also benefit from the whole scenario.

Semiconductor & AI ETFs

Potential Nvidia chip exports to China could support semiconductor demand. ETFs like VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH - Free Report) and Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ - Free Report) should be winners.

Aerospace & Aviation ETFs

A major Boeing-China aircraft deal could lift aerospace exposure, though Noeing shares may suffer due to its inherent issues. Investors should have a focus on iShares U.S. Aerospace &. Defense ETF (ITA - Free Report) . Boeing has about 9% weight to the fund.

Energy ETFs

Higher U.S. oil exports to China and stable Hormuz shipping routes may support as well as stabilize energy markets: United States Oil ETF (USO - Free Report) and State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE - Free Report) should be followed closely.

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