DUMPING the QQQ for THIS NEW ETF in 2026?

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The video compares three ETFs tracking the Nasdaq 100 index: QQQ, QQQM, and IQQ. QQQ, launched in 1999, is the original and most liquid ETF with a 0.18% expense ratio. QQQM, launched in October 2020, offers a lower expense ratio of 0.15% and a lower share price, making it suitable for retail investors seeking dollar-cost averaging. IQQ, a newer entrant launched on July 9th, has an initial share price of $24 and a 0.12% expense ratio, with the 0.10% rate currently waived until July 31, 2027. While all three track the same index and have shown similar performance over longer periods, QQQM is presented as the preferred choice for long-term buy-and-hold investors due to its lower expense ratio and lower share price, facilitating regular contributions. IQQ's advantage lies in its potential for lower fees once the waiver expires and its broader market accessibility due to its lower price point, though its limited track record (30 days) makes its long-term performance uncertain. The analysis suggests that for investors focused on long-term accumulation and income generation through options, QQQM's combination of a proven track record, lower expense ratio, and lower share price makes it the more pragmatic choice over IQQ for now. The decision to switch to IQQ would depend on BlackRock extending the waiver beyond 2027 and building significant trading liquidity.

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