In this discussion, Amit Goel of Pace 360 explains why the current market phase calls for ETFs instead of individual stocks. His strategy is based on assessing the “runway” of a rally. When markets offer a long, multi-year growth cycle, stock picking - especially in mid and small caps - can deliver strong returns. However, in shorter or uncertain phases, individual stocks require more time for their stories to play out, making ETFs a more effective and flexible choice. ETFs allow opportunistic positioning and smoother participation in broad market recovery without the risk of holding stock-specific narratives. Since the present rally does not appear to have long-term momentum, the approach shifts toward ETFs to capture market movement efficiently.

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