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3 ETFs Designed to Survive the Next Market Crash
By Nathan Reiff. Date Posted: 2/9/2026.
Key Points
- Following a reversal in the precious metals rally, investors looking for defensive plays might consider ETFs that employ strategies to protect against downside risk.
- SPLV and SWAN both provide targeted exposure to the S&P 500 (or portions thereof) while attempting to manage risk using volatility metrics and Treasurys, respectively.
- TLT aims for long-dated Treasurys, attempting to balance a potential yield advantage and minimal credit risk.
Though the stock market has generally continued its upward trend in 2026, cracks may be appearing. A slowing labor market, the risk of an AI bubble collapse, and a Cyclically Adjusted Price-to-Earnings (CAPE) ratio around 40 all suggest a crash could be looming for a market that may be overvalued.
Many investors seized on the precious metals rally to shift portfolios into a more defensive position. However, the late-January pullback in prices for several key metals may prompt more cautious investors to look for protection elsewhere.
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Low-Volatility Names From the S&P 500 For Dividend Stability
Although the S&P 500 can be volatile, some segments of the index are steadier. The Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF (NYSEARCA: SPLV) targets the 100 least volatile S&P 500 constituents based on trailing 12-month volatility.
Unsurprisingly, SPLV's holdings tend to be large- and mega-cap blue-chip names like The Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE: KO) and McDonald's Corp. (NYSE: MCD), both top-10 holdings by weight. These companies are typically stable despite broader market swings and tend to pay dividends rather than rely on outsized capital appreciation; SPLV currently offers a dividend yield of 2%.
SPLV is a defensive play: its holdings often underperform growth names during bull runs but offer downside protection in bear markets. Its sub-6% return over the last year reflects that trade-off—stability in exchange for lower upside potential.
Combination of Treasurys and S&P 500 Options for Protected Market Exposure
The Amplify BlackSwan Growth & Treasury Core ETF (NYSEARCA: SWAN), like SPLV, aims to provide S&P 500 exposure while controlling risk. Its approach is unique: the fund's index allocates roughly 90% to U.S. Treasuries and about 10% to in-the-money call options on the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEARCA: SPY).
Because most assets are held in Treasurys, SWAN cushions losses when the S&P 500 falls, while the options component offers uncapped upside exposure. SWAN also provides income, with a dividend yield of 2.86%.
Over the past year, SWAN returned just over 10%, versus the S&P 500's roughly 13%. When accounting for dividends, many investors may find SWAN's defensive profile attractive despite its relatively high 0.49% expense ratio.
Long-Dated Treasury Fund For Potential Yield Bonus
Within a bond-focused allocation, the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ: TLT) increases exposure to long-dated Treasurys. These securities typically offer higher yields but carry greater interest-rate risk, making TLT riskier than shorter-duration bond funds.
In a market crash, TLT typically outperforms equities. Its diversification across many issues, a dividend yield of 4.44%, and a modest 0.15% expense ratio may make it an attractive option for defensive investors seeking income and downside protection.
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