Defensive and international ETFs can reduce downside risk and sometimes outperform broad U.S. market ETFs like VTI during corrections driven by concentrated AI-led rallies.
I Missed the Dip, Should I Invest In VOO or VTI After Buying at a Market High?
Consistent long-term investing in diversified, low-cost ETFs like VOO or VTI generally outperforms attempts at market timing and reduces risk from short-term volatility.