3 Best ETFs to Invest In, According to AI Analyst, 5/11/2026

This article highlights three ETFs rated by TipRanks’ AI analyst as Outperform and carrying at least 8% upside potential.

• Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)
• JPMorgan Active Value ETF (JAVA)
• Dimensional U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF (DFAC)

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide investors with a robust opportunity to pursue capital growth through all types of market cycles. The snapshot below highlights what makes each fund stand out from the crowd.

1. Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) — AMLP manages operations with the goal of providing investors with exposure to the U.S. energy sector, particularly pipeline, energy transportation, and storage companies. The fund tracks the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index. TipRanks’ ETF AI analyst currently has a $61 price target on AMLP, suggesting about 15% growth potential. The fund’s strength comes from the contributions of key portfolio holdings such as MPLX (MPLX), Western Midstream Partners (WES), and Plains All American (PAA).
2. JPMorgan Active Value ETF (JAVA) — JAVA targets American companies that are undervalued but have solid growth potential. It focuses on those with large market capitalization and therefore comprises leading company sectors such as financial, technological, and healthcare. The ETF AI analyst currently has an $85 price target on JAVA, suggesting more than 11% upside. The fund’s current Outperform rating largely reflects the strong performance of key holdings such as Alphabet (GOOGL) and Wells Fargo (WFC).
3. Dimensional U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF (DFAC) — DFAC aims to provide investors with exposure to the overall U.S. stock market by investing in companies of all sizes. However, the fund prioritizes Big Tech companies while also placing importance on smaller and mid-sized firms based on factors such as higher profitability potential. The ETF AI analyst currently has a price target of $48 on DFAC, indicating approximately 11% upside. The fund’s current Outperform rating is thanks to portfolio leaders such as Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Alphabet (GOOGL).