Several outlets have published lists of top exchange-traded funds (etfs) for 2026, covering various categories such as index, dividend, and bitcoin etfs. The lists include a range of options, from long-term and growth etfs to those focused on specific sectors like oil and gold, as well as international and emerging markets etfs. The recommended etfs vary across the outlets, with some highlighting the potential for certain types of etfs to perform well in 2026.