Core Viewpoint - BlackRock's actively managed ETF, BAI, has gained significant attention and performance, driven by a focus on long-term winners in the artificial intelligence sector, including both well-known and lesser-known companies integral to the AI ecosystem [2][3][4]. Investment Strategy - The BAI ETF has skyrocketed over 65% in the past six months, highlighting the strong performance of AI-related stocks [4]. - Diversification is emphasized as crucial for investors, with a recommendation to explore various market opportunities beyond the dominant MAG7 tech stocks [5][6]. Market Trends - There is a growing interest in sectors such as infrastructure and reshoring efforts, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing, which require different investment strategies compared to AI [9]. - The current market environment has led to increased interest in alternative assets like gold and Bitcoin, driven by macroeconomic factors such as inflation and geopolitical concerns [12][13]. Portfolio Construction - BlackRock suggests a three-bucket approach to portfolio construction: low-cost market ETFs, thematic and factor-based strategies for alpha generation, and risk management strategies [14][15]. - Buffer ETFs are gaining traction as a protective measure against market selloffs while allowing for upside participation, catering to investors who are cautious about entering the market at record highs [16][19].

Hello and welcome to cbc. com. I'm Frank Colin, anchor worldwide exchange.We are looking at ETF net inflows for the year that are now over $1 trillion. And I'm joined by Todd Rosenluth of Vetify to talk about all the action in ETFs. Todd, thank you so much for joining us.>> It's a pleasure to be with you. >> All right, based on the pace that we're at, we're at 1.06% trillion according to your data. We're well on pace to pass last year's record of 1.12% trillion.What does that say about ETFs and investor app ...