#82 How ETFs Are Changing the Game for Income Investors ft. Fran Rodilosso

Welcome to The Raz Report! In this episode, Jason Raznick interviews Fran Rodilosso, Head of Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Management at VanEck, to share expert strategies for navigating today’s markets. They cover the benefits of income ETFs, conservative investment approaches, and key market predictions for 2025. Fran highlights VanEck’s top-performing funds and explains how tools like CLOs and business development companies can enhance your portfolio. Whether you're seeking higher yields or smarter income strategies, this episode contains actionable insights to help grow your wealth. ___________________________________________________________________________ Tune in to learn how to stay ahead in investments, ETFs, and entrepreneurship! Host: Jason Raznick Special Guest: Fran Rodilosso, Head of Fixed Income ETF Portfolio Management, VanEck https://www.vaneck.com/us/en/ ___________________________________________________________________________ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Raz Report and Guest Background 02:54 Fran Riduloso's Journey from History to Finance 06:11 Experiences on the Trading Floor and Market Psychology 09:01 Understanding Income ETFs and Their Advantages 11:51 Popular Income ETFs at VanEck 15:13 Exploring Business Development Companies (BDCs) and Their Role 18:00 Market Predictions and Economic Outlook for 2025 20:53 Investment Strategies for Conservative Investors 23:49 Understanding CLOs and Their Safety 27:08 Final Thoughts and Conclusion ___________________________________________________________________________ For More On The Raz Report Visit: Razreport.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqQs28K2zj2dOsc5NfXUKEg/join Check out www.benzinga.com for complete coverage along with all the latest financial news and data! Follow us on socials: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/benzinga 👍Facebook: www.facebook.com/Benzinga 📱TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@benzinga 🐤X: twitter.com/Benzinga Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #etfs #fixedincome #highyield #income #investing #etfportfolio #investing #podcast #finacialfreedom #advice #insight #business #money #interview