This Global ETF Could Help Protect You From the "Sell America" Trade

Core Insights - The U.S. stock market has significantly outperformed international markets over the past 15 years, with the S&P 500 up 441% and the Nasdaq-100 up over 1,000% since 2011 [1][2] - In contrast, the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF has only increased by 62% in the same period, with a total return of about 156% when factoring in dividends [2] - Recently, the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF gained 32.8% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500's 16.4% and the Nasdaq-100's 20.9% [3] Investment Trends - There is a growing trend among international investors referred to as the "sell America" trade, which may lead to a shift in investment away from U.S. assets [5] - Factors contributing to this trend include concerns over high valuations of U.S. tech stocks, U.S. foreign trade policies, and the Federal Reserve's independence [6] - Mixed signals regarding the "sell America" trade are evident, with U.S. Treasury yields dropping slightly but gold prices rising significantly over the past year [7][8]