The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)ISHARES EDGE MSCI MIN VOL GBL IDX ETFXMW.TOTOP PICKOct 01, 2026

We again reiterate XMW, an iShares ETF focused on global equities (60% North American) targeting companies that demonstrate lower volatility over time along with growth potential, as a TOP PICK.  Analysts are looking for global quality companies, demonstrating good cash flow while avoiding AI based companies with sky high price multiples.  We continue to recommend maintaining a stop-loss at $55, looking to achieve $70 - upside potential over 16%.  Yield 1.2% 

We again reiterate this iShares ETF focused on global equities (60% North American) - providing excellent market diversification - as a TOP PICK.  It targets companies that demonstrate lower volatility over time along with growth potential.  We recommend maintaining a stop-loss at $55, looking to achieve $70 - upside potential over 18%.  Yield 2% 

We reiterate XMW, an iShares ETF focused on global equities (60% North American) - providing excellent market diversification - as a TOP PICK.  It targets companies that demonstrate lower volatility over time along with growth potential.  We recommend maintaining a stop-loss at $55, looking to achieve $69 - upside potential over 18%.  Yield 2% 

Our PAST TOP PICK with XMW is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $50) to $55 at this time.

This iShares ETF focuses on global equities (60% North American) - providing excellent market diversification.  It targets companies that demonstrate lower volatility over time along with growth potential.  What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 10% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago.  It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $50, looking to achieve $68 -- upside potential of 18%.  Yield 2.3%