Wall Street has seen a somber start to September.

Wall Street declined for a second straight session in a lackluster start to September. Are dividend ETFs safe bets now?

Wall Street declined for a second straight session in a lackluster start to September. Are dividend ETFs safe bets now?

Defensive sector ETFs achieve new highs amid a dull start to September.

Defensive sector ETFs achieve new highs amid a dull start to September.

US stocks are gaining ground on Wall Street following a couple  on the economy that came in close to expectations.

US stocks are gaining ground on Wall Street following a couple  on the economy that came in close to expectations.

Wall Street falters at the start of September, raising the appeal for low-volatility products.

Wall Street falters at the start of September, raising the appeal for low-volatility products.

Downbeat manufacturing data flared up U.S. economic concerns. This opened up opportunities for safe sector ETF investing.