Best ETFs to Invest In, According to AI Analyst, 5/8/2026

The stock market remains volatile as investors continue to digest developments in the Middle East and key earnings releases. In an uncertain backdrop, investors often prefer exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as they help gain the benefits of diversification in a cost-efficient manner.

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However, the vast universe of ETFs can make it tough to identify the right funds. In this regard, TipRanks’ ETF AI Analyst helps choose ETFs that have attractive upside potential. Here, we will look at three such ETFs rated Outperform by the AI Analyst that have the potential to generate attractive returns: Longview Advantage ETF (EBI), FlexShares US Quality Large Cap Index Fund (QLC), and First Trust Energy AlphaDEX Fund (FXN).

Using TipRanks’ Stock Comparison Tool, let’s look at a few metrics of these ETFs.

1. Longview Advantage ETF (EBI) — THE EBI ETF is an actively managed fund that provides exposure to U.S. companies that have a high profitability-to-value ratio. It is suitable for investors seeking a balanced blend of growth and value. The ETF AI Analyst has a price target of $69 on the EBI ETF, implying 9% upside potential (as of writing). The EBI ETF earns a bullish outlook based on holdings like Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), Apple (AAPL), and Nvidia (NVDA).
2. FlexShares US Quality Large Cap Index Fund (QLC) — The QLC ETF offers exposure to the Northern Trust Quality Large Cap Index and provides exposure to large-cap companies that demonstrate superior operational metrics and governance standards. The ETF AI Analyst has a price target of $97 on the QLC ETF, indicating about 11% upside potential. The AI Analyst’s Outperform rating on QLC is supported by exposure to prominent tech holdings such as Nvidia, Apple, and Alphabet.
3. First Trust Energy AlphaDEX Fund (FXN) — The FXN ETF tracks the StrataQuant Energy Index and offers exposure to the top-tier energy stocks. The ETF AI Analyst has a price target of $25 on the FXN ETF, implying about 18% upside potential. Also, FXN offers a dividend yield of 1.85%. The AI Analyst’s Outperform rating on the FXN ETF is based on holdings such as Permian Resources (PR), Devon Energy (DVN), and Matador Resources (MTDR).