Two ETFs Offering Yield, Growth, And Potential Outperformance

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Summary

  • With U.S. equities expensive, I recommend diversifying with two ETFs: VYMI for yield and FFLC for growth potential.
  • VYMI offers 4%+ yield, global diversification, and has outperformed the S&P and SCHD, making it attractive for value-seeking investors.
  • FFLC provides U.S. large-cap growth exposure, tech focus, and downside protection, outperforming the S&P and SCHG over the past 5 years.
  • Both ETFs combine yield and growth at reasonable costs, offering strong alternatives to popular funds in today’s inflationary environment.
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