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I'm weird. My investments are too.
The saying "you can bet on anything" REALLY applies to investing
Do you think investing is boring?
The charts, numbers, and acronyms can be tiring. I get it.
Well this should perk you up.
Here’s 10 of the weirdest ETFs you can buy today!
Theme: Plant-based foods and alternative proteins
Why it’s “weird”: EATV invests in companies focusing on meat substitutes, dairy alternatives, and other plant-based innovations—reflecting a growing but still niche consumer trend in vegan and “climate-friendly” diets. Tbh I’m borderline a carnivore so this one isn’t for me.
Launched: 2021

Theme: South Korean pop music and entertainment industry
Why it’s “weird”: Targets the K-pop phenomenon (think BTS, BLACKPINK) and related entertainment companies. This hyper-focused cultural theme is about as niche as it gets.
Launched: 2022

Theme: “Patriotic” investing aligned with conservative values
Why it’s “weird”: YALL screens for U.S. companies that, in the issuer’s view, do not violate certain conservative or “American” values. It also excludes stocks deemed “woke” or contrary to those values. HOO-RAH. Is that how you spell it?
Launched: 2022

Theme: Companies involved in pet care, from vet services to pet food
Why it’s “weird”: A niche focus on the booming pet industry, including retailers, pharmaceutical companies (for animals), and service providers—an investment angle many might not realize exists. Are you a cat person or a dog person? My parents said my pet rock went to live on a farm in the 3rd grade. I hope he’s thriving.
Launched: 2018

Theme: Cannabis industry
Why it’s “weird”: Although marijuana legalization has expanded, a dedicated cannabis ETF still stands out for its regulatory complexity and high volatility. YOLO invests in companies that derive most of their revenue from the marijuana and hemp business. Ironically, this has not been high-performing.
Launched: 2019

Theme: Esports, streaming platforms, and related tech
Why it’s “weird”: Laser-focused on the esports ecosystem—teams, tournament hosts, streaming services, and game developers.
Launched: 2019

Theme: Tracks Congressional stock trades—specifically Democratic members of Congress
Why it’s “weird”: NANC invests in companies bought (or sold) by Democratic politicians, aiming to replicate and potentially profit from trades made by these lawmakers. It’s part of a small but growing group of ETFs focused on political “insider” activity. Shoutout to our trading QUEEN: Nancy Pelosi
Launched: 2022

Theme: Popular stocks on social media and online forums
Why it’s “weird”: BUZZ uses AI to scrape social media, news articles, and blogs to find stocks generating the most positive chatter. It then invests in those “socially favored” names—essentially capturing the internet hype cycle. Meme stocks galore.
Launched: 2021

Theme: Companies involved in the psychedelic and “alternative mental health” space
Why it’s “weird”: PSIL invests in firms that develop, produce, or support therapies based on psychedelic substances—an emerging yet controversial segment within biotech and mental health. You had my curiosity, now you have my attention.
Launched: 2021

Theme: Space exploration and satellite technology
Why it’s “weird”: UFO invests in companies involved in satellites, space launch vehicles, space hardware, and related services—areas once reserved mostly for government programs but now flooded with private-sector “NewSpace” players. Great ticker, actually interesting investment trend.
Launched: 2019

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