By Anthony Di Pizio
Publication Date: 2026-03-07 13:22:00
Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have led the broader market higher over the last few years. In fact, investors who haven’t owned a slice of the AI revolution since it started gathering momentum at the start of 2023 have likely underperformed the benchmark S&P 500 (^GSPC 1.33%) index.
Fortunately, there is a simple way to rectify that in 2026. The Roundhill Generative AI and Technology ETF (CHAT 1.90%) exclusively invests in companies developing AI infrastructure, AI software, and AI platforms, with over one-fifth of its assets parked in Nvidia, Alphabet, Micron Technology, and Amazon alone.
Here’s why this exchange-traded fund (ETF) could be a great addition to a diversified portfolio that’s lacking exposure to the AI boom.
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An complete AI portfolio packaged into one ETF
The Roundhill Generative AI and Technology ETF holds just 43 stocks. It’s actively managed by a team of investment professionals who make adjustments to the portfolio based on what they believe will deliver the best returns.
This can lead to higher returns compared to passively managed ETFs that simply track indexes like the S&P 500, but on the flip side, volatility is a key risk because the AI industry is moving so quickly.
Volatility can also be a side effect of the Roundhill ETF’s top-heavy portfolio construction. As I alluded to, the fund has invested 20.7% of its assets in just four of the AI industry’s top companies, so its performance is sometimes…
