Investors looking to capitalize on the rapidly growing AI sector can benefit from selectively investing in AI-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Notable options include the iShares Future AI & Tech ETF (NYSEARCA: ARTY), which holds over 50 stocks—two-thirds from the U.S.—and has returned over 40% in the last year, though it’s currently down year-to-date. ARTY’s expense ratio is 0.47%, with its top holdings including AMD and NVIDIA.
Another option is the iShares A.I. Innovation and Tech Active ETF (NYSEARCA: BAI), which utilizes an active management approach. BAI has a similar portfolio size to ARTY, but can quickly adjust holdings in response to market shifts. It is currently up about 45% in the past year and has an annual fee of 0.55%. Both funds may have overlapping investments in major AI companies like NVIDIA.
For exposure to the energy sector tied to AI, the Range Nuclear Renaissance Index ETF (NYSEARCA: NUKZ) focuses on nuclear energy stocks, with a return of over 60% in the last year. NUKZ has an expense ratio of 0.85% and manages assets of about $754 million, providing exposure to around 50 global nuclear energy companies.
