Investors seek safer strategies amid recession concerns

Investors are exploring safer strategies in the stock market as President Trump's firm stance on tariffs raises recession concerns. The S&P 500 recently entered correction territory, finishing the week down over 2%. Alternative exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are gaining attention, particularly covered call and buffer funds. These options are more popular among institutional investors, offering income and downside protection. Goldman Sachs has introduced the U.S. Large Cap Buffer 3 ETF, which limits losses on the S&P 500 while capping gains. Covered call ETFs have nearly $100 billion in assets, while buffer funds exceed $60 billion.