ETFs
05/16/2012
As the Americans continue to age and to live longer lives, what could offer a more stable investment than healthcare? The Vanguard Health Care ETF (VHT), in particular, provides just such an investment… …
05/09/2012
As we prepare for the summer heat, water presents a significant investment opportunity -- especially as states like California and Texas face the droughts associated with an unseasonably warm winter… …
05/02/2012
Every human needs food to survive, so wouldn’t it be great to make money from it? As a matter of fact, we can. The global agriculture business provides a fairly stable investment with growth potential… …
04/25/2012
Lofty oil prices have taken center stage, and the rhetoric is likely to get hot about the issue as we advance toward the presidential election. Although oil prices historically tend to decline during… …
04/18/2012
As spring continues to bloom, even the natural gas markets are showing signs of coming back to life after hitting their lowest point of the year. One exchange-traded fund (ETF) in particular that I have… …
04/11/2012
A new exchange-traded fund (ETF) that has gained my attention for the dual way it can help you profit is the iShares Morningstar Multi-Asset Income Index Fund (IYLD). The fund specifically seeks to replicate… …
04/04/2012
Small-cap exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been on a decided uptrend so far in 2012. Despite the market’s pullback today, ProShares Ultra SmallCap600 ETF (SAA) is up 20.2% so far this year through… …
03/28/2012
When markets turn upward as they have lately, small-cap stocks typically can be counted on to produce bigger gains than their large-cap counterparts. The trend is reflected once again during the past… …
03/21/2012
It’s March Madness time, and for many of us, it’s the season to watch the best college basketball players in the country run up and down the hardwood. But when it comes to investing, I’ve… …
03/14/2012
With residential real estate showing signs of a budding recovery in certain markets, let’s look at one of my favorite funds in the sector, iShares FTSE NAREIT Residential Plus Capped Index ETF (REZ)… …
03/07/2012
The Global X Uranium ETF (URA) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that is capable of energizing of your investment portfolio. The fund jumped 22% in the first three weeks of January, but it has been on… …
02/29/2012
With all of the recent talk about the economic turmoil in Europe, the growth in emerging market economies could be a bit overlooked. But let’s not overlook this potential opportunity for investors… …
02/22/2012
If you are hoping to profit from the market’s recent run-up, consider buying an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that gives you exposure to some of the best-established companies available. One way to… …
02/15/2012
The biotechnology sector has been rising as quickly as a child’s fever. The key question is whether this suddenly hot sector will slow down or possibly cool off in the coming days and weeks. Part… …
02/08/2012
After the precipitous fall of the emerging markets during the second half of last year, many exchange-traded funds (ETFs) devoted to those countries are coming back twice as fast. India, in particular,… …
02/01/2012
The U.S. economy effectively can be viewed in two parts: the consumer sector and the corporate sector. While the consumer economy is hamstrung by excess debt and a mortgage mess that will take time to… …
01/25/2012
Apple’s blockbuster earnings announcement late yesterday showed that consumers still have a voracious appetite for the newest gadgets. To profit from that trend, consider buying Technology Select… …
01/18/2012
Halfhearted optimism could be the phrase that best describes how investors are feeling, as we’ve seen a nice rally during the past two weeks of trading. With few, if any, of the major headwinds… …
01/11/2012
A diversified approach to investing has proven to be a wise strategy to deal with market volatility, especially during the past six months. Dividend-paying stocks also have shown their worth during that… …
01/04/2012
Our farming communities remain a vital sector of the U.S. economy. If you are a part of this community, there is no doubt that you are one of the more knowledgeable people in the country when it comes… …
12/28/2011
The biggest story going into 2012 likely will be the fate of the euro. In recent months, we have witnessed politicians, finance ministers and central bankers in Europe struggle to find a solution to a… …
12/21/2011
Safe-haven investments are hard to come by in this market. All markets seem to go north or south together. With risks rising and interest rates microscopically low, it is hard to find a relatively safe… …
12/14/2011
With the markets more interconnected than ever before, it is understandable if you feel threatened by the negative headlines coming out of Europe. While the U.S. market is hurt by what is happening in… …
12/07/2011
Although it hasn’t been a very prosperous year for most investors, it has been a great year for the ETF industry. In 2011, the industry introduced 188 new funds, and those funds thus far have gathered… …
11/30/2011
The new iShares International Preferred Stock Index Fund (IPFF) is a unique exchange-traded fund (ETF) that allows investors access to international preferred shares that trade on foreign exchanges. IPFF,… …
11/22/2011
While the real estate market has been in the dog house since the beginning of the Great Recession, I found a fund focused on real estate that actually has been holding up reasonably well most of the year… …
11/16/2011
If you have been paying even a modicum of attention to the debt contagion issues in Europe, you know that the safest play in Europe might be Germany. Specifically, I’m talking about German debt… …
11/09/2011
The holiday season is approaching and the sector that you may want to focus on for investment opportunities is retail. October retail sales numbers were less than stellar, so it adds importance to the… …
11/02/2011
A recurring theme of our features about ETFs in the last few weeks has revolved around trying to find the last bastions of safe investing in a market where uncertainty and fear prevail. In this week’s… …
10/26/2011
One of the newest exchange-traded funds (ETFs) currently available to investors is the Schwab U.S. Divided ETF (SCHD). The fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield… …
10/19/2011
When the nightly news reports stock market news, you generally are provided with prices for the S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrial Index and the NASDAQ Composite. But as savvy investors, we know there… …
10/12/2011
With markets undergoing a correction in the past few weeks, now is a good time to evaluate sectors that will outperform if we see a recovery from the near-hysteria about the sovereign debt problems in… …
10/05/2011
With negative sentiment reaching all areas of the globe, this week’s ETF Talk highlights one of the ways to profit if the market continues to fall. One of the most volatile equity markets… …
10/05/2011
We all know by now that the third quarter was a dismal one for equities. And while the selling was fierce in the broad market, it was even more intense in many sector and individual country exchange-traded… …
09/28/2011
When the going gets tough, the tough go for dollars. The PowerShares DB US Dollar Bullish (UUP) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that lets you profit when the value of the U.S. dollar strengthens… …
09/21/2011
One of the best-performing exchange-traded funds (ETFs) this year is the Utilities Select Sector SPDR (XLU), up 10.4% year to date. Why is this fund excelling? Well, the fund primarily invests in companies… …
09/14/2011
With the market’s recent volatility, you may have wondered if there is any place to invest your money in hopes of generating a respectable return that will not leave you vulnerable to a big loss… …
09/07/2011
A sign of confidence is reflected by the management of any company that uses a portion of its available cash to buy back a significant number of the company’s shares on the open market. The… …
08/31/2011
When the markets are in turmoil, we know that volatility increases. Professional investors will look at the VIX or the Chicago Board Options Exchange’s volatility index, also known as the “Fear… …
08/24/2011
If you want to invest in the equity markets while economic uncertainty dominates the headlines, consider the PowerShares S&P 500 Low Volatility Portfolio (SPLV). And, if you read and watch market… …
08/17/2011
The past few weeks have been quite a wild ride for the equity markets, featuring large swings and a flight to quality. As history has shown us during times of turmoil, investors take cover in the bond… …
08/10/2011
The Swiss franc so far this year has been a welcome refuge from a variety of international economic and debt-related woes. The currency has given investors a rare safe haven from the ravages of debt in… …
08/03/2011
Investors typically like to avoid stocks that are poised to go down, but I am bringing your attention today to an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that is designed to help you to profit from such situations… …
07/27/2011
Smartphone manufacturing is booming, and a fund already has been launched that is designed to let investors profit from the trend. As long-time followers of my ETF Talk features know, I typically do not… …
07/27/2011
“The desire of gold is not for gold. It is for the means of freedom and benefit.” --Ralph Waldo Emerson Leave it to a poet to put the issue of investing in gold in such quintessential… …
07/20/2011
The SPDR Russell/Nomura Small Cap Japan Fund (JSC) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that gives you a chance to profit from the Japanese efforts to rebuild from the nation’s recent catastrophes… …
07/12/2011
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasted in June that Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth could hit 6.6% this year in developing economies -- roughly three times the growth of advanced economies… …
07/06/2011
With all of the negative stories in the news -- the U.S. unemployment rate above 9%, the debt ceiling debate, and talk of the dollar losing its status as the world’s reserve currency -- diversification… …
06/29/2011
Even though the stock market has dipped overall so far this month, one of the sectors that I expect to lead a budding resurgence in equities is biotechnology. In fact, I am tracking funds in that promising… …
06/22/2011
I recently read an article in the Los Angeles Times that basically argued that most investors don’t understand ETFs. The article cited a survey by Chicago market research firm Mintel that showed… …
06/15/2011
Commodities have taken a beating recently, amid news reports about a slowing global economy. However, there are two commodities that show consistently strong demand and are retaining their value fairly… …
06/09/2011
Inflation-protected bonds offer a good way to hedge your portfolio against rising inflation. When denominated in a foreign currency, index-protected bonds also can cushion you from a falling U.S. dollar… …
06/01/2011
The debate on whether the U.S. economy is advancing again rages on, with bulls making the case that a slow and steady recovery remains in place. If the bulls are correct, and the overall economy is recovering,… …
05/25/2011
Just as aluminum is a substitute for more expensive materials in finishing the facades of homes, it also is a viable alternative for investors interested in commodities. While silver is among the commodities… …
05/18/2011
Despite this month’s massive pullback, silver is a commodity that offers a hedge against inflation and a chance to ride a potential rebound in the price of the shiny metal. It may turn out that… …
05/11/2011
One of my presentations here at the Las Vegas MoneyShow is a look at my top ETF selections for 2011. In the past, I’ve identified seven of the best ETFs out there that I think will outperform during… …
05/04/2011
No matter how much of an expert you’ve become in a particular field, it’s always a good idea to step back and review. When it comes to investing with exchange-traded funds (ETFs), there are… …
04/27/2011
There’s no denying that the equity markets have been über-resilient of late. Even through the Japanese tsunami and Middle East unrest led to market pullbacks, the trend remains upward. If the… …
04/20/2011
One of the sectors that I think has the best growth potential right now is biotechnology. There are a number of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that let you invest in biotechnology stocks and I recommended… …
04/13/2011
Stocks have shown some vulnerability lately but there is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that focuses on a commodity that seems to be in a decided uptrend, even though it pulled back a bit this week. This… …
04/07/2011
For the past few weeks, I’ve given you ways to profit despite the chaos we’ve seen around the globe -- particularly in the Middle East and Japan. Today, I have another investment to highlight… …
03/30/2011
This week’s ETF Talk expounds on the Japanese crisis and how it could affect you financially. In last week’s ETF Talk, we talked about Japan’s inevitable recovery. As the country begins… …
03/30/2011
Over the past two months, we’ve talked about the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that make up my top seven list for 2011. Now that our series is complete, I wanted to give you a quick recap on each… …
03/24/2011
As recently devastated Japan ramps up building efforts along with emerging markets in Asia and Latin America, demand for steel will be on the rise. To let you profit from this emerging trend, I found… …
03/16/2011
Over the past six weeks, we’ve talked about the ETFs that make up my top seven list for 2011. Today, we conclude our series, and this time it’s all about a bet against bonds. But before we… …
03/16/2011
In last week’s ETF Talk, I mentioned the opportunities for investors in emerging markets such as India. This week, I want to introduce you to another exchange-traded fund (ETF) that focuses on a… …
03/09/2011
During the past five weeks, we’ve talked about the ETFs that make up my top-seven list for 2011. Today, we continue with our series, and this time it’s all about a bet against Europe’s… …
03/09/2011
ETF issuer Vanguard recently announced that it was slashing costs on a bevy of its fund offerings. The latest move from Vanguard is part of an industry-wide move to cut fees and attract bigger chunks… …
03/09/2011
If you’d like to get on board the opportunities in emerging markets -- and especially in the fast-growing BRIC economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China -- I know of country-specific exchange-traded… …
03/02/2011
Over the past four weeks, we’ve talked about the ETFs that make up my top-seven list for 2011. Today, we continue with our series, and this time it’s all about doubling down on the Dow. But… …
03/02/2011
I want to introduce you to an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that gives you access to commodities that offer an appealing investment opportunity right now. Key reasons for an ongoing surge in commodity prices… …
02/23/2011
I’ve found an ETF that lets you tap into the growing international demand for products from some of America’s best-known food and beverage companies. The PowerShares Dynamic Food & Beverage… …
02/23/2011
Over the past three weeks, we’ve talked about several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that have made my top-seven for 2011 list. Today, we continue with our special Alert series, and this time, the… …
02/16/2011
Financials led the U.S. stock market higher on Monday, Feb. 7, and they have been trending upward ever since. Reasons for the resurgence include a string of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals, potential… …
02/16/2011
Let’s continue now with our special Alert series called, “My Top Seven ETFs for 2011.” Each week, I’ll be letting you in on the ETFs that I think are best positioned to perform… …
02/09/2011
Stories and images of the Egyptian uprising have flooded our television screens and newspapers. As we wait anxiously for the outcome of the revolt in this authoritarian state, there is a way to attempt… …
02/09/2011
We began a special Alert series last week called, “My Top Seven ETFs for 2011.” Each week, I’ll be reporting about the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that I think are best positioned to… …
02/02/2011
I want to introduce you this week to two exchange-traded funds (ETFs), launched by ProShares on Jan. 4, that allow you to hedge against the kinds of big market swings that occurred last year. The first… …
02/02/2011
Today, I’m starting a special Alert series I call, “My Top Seven ETFs for 2011.” Each week, I’ll be telling you about a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) that I think is well positioned… …
01/26/2011
You may have noticed price hikes in the grocery aisles lately for a number of the goods that you buy regularly, particularly sugar, meat and coffee. The rise in food prices has been driven by a combination… …
01/19/2011
I recently read an article in the Los Angeles Times that basically argued that most investors don’t understand ETFs. The article cited a survey by Chicago market research firm Mintel that showed… …
01/19/2011
The universe of ETFs has been growing rapidly since their introduction to the investing world in 1993. At last count, the total is 911 funds -- 827 ETFs and 84 exchange-traded notes (ETNs) -- that cover… …
01/12/2011
If imitation truly is the sincerest form of flattery, do not be surprised if today’s ETF Talk reveals a hint of pride as I describe a fund that seems designed to follow the trend-tracking strategy… …
01/05/2011
Want to know which ETFs led the market higher in 2010? Want to find out which ETFs crashed and burned last year? Do you want a comprehensive list of all U.S.-listed ETFs? Then you’re in luck! Our… …
01/05/2011
The Chinese government is taking steps that are driving up the prices of rare-earth metals and creating an opportunity for investors who are willing to take a risk. Indeed, I am watching a fast-rising… …
12/22/2010
Motorists driving to visit family and friends this holiday season may not like rising oil prices, but the trend does provide investors with another way to profit. Oil is among the commodities that have… …
12/15/2010
One of the best ways to turn a handsome profit through U.S. stocks during the past year has been through an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that invests in the Russell 2000. The iShares Russell 2000 Index… …
12/15/2010
I’ve called 2010 the “year of volatility” for stocks, as we’ve been witness to some huge price swings in the market during the past dozen months. This year, however, the market… …
12/08/2010
With Christmas approaching, the buying behavior of shoppers so far shows that they are hitting the stores and opening their wallets. With robust November retail sales, I am eyeing an exchange-traded fund… …
12/01/2010
The recent volatility in the stock market may be a little worrisome to you, but one of my currently recommended exchange-traded funds (ETF) is producing gains from both capital appreciation and dividend… …
11/23/2010
If you think that the Chinese government’s recent moves to cool its economy will persist and cause stocks there to drop further, you may want to short the Chinese market through an exchange-traded… …
11/17/2010
The Fed’s recent decision to buy $600 billion in Treasury bonds gave the stock market at least a short-term boost and opened the path for investors to profit outside of buying equities. Yesterday’s… …
11/10/2010
More and more, investors are trying to protect themselves from market volatility. With the Fed’s recent commitment to buy $600 billion in Treasury bonds, inflationary expectations are rising along… …
11/03/2010
Soaring prices for gold and silver have led to speculation that metals such as copper could follow suit. If so, a proposed exchange-traded fund (ETF) solely devoted to copper might be worth your consideration,… …
10/27/2010
China is one of the most tempting markets in the world but it also carries big risk. The country’s enormous population of more than 1.3 billion people and gross domestic product growth of close… …
10/20/2010
Technology stocks have been rising sharply recently and they appear to have momentum to climb even further. Innovation is one of the reasons why this sector has the potential for a continued ascent, even… …
10/13/2010
The stock market is in the unusual situation of rising in response to bad news. I personally have my doubts about how much longer this odd trend can continue. For those of you who want to be able to profit… …
10/06/2010
Commodity investing traditionally has been a challenge for individuals to pursue, but a new ETF has rolled out as a user-friendly alternative to what has been available in the past. The United States… …
09/29/2010
The stock market’s recent rise has me watching an equity fund that invests in preferred stocks. The S&P U.S. Preferred Stock Index Fund (PFF) seeks investment results that track the S&P… …
09/22/2010
Every once in a while, I like to highlight a recommendation that I am making in one of my paid services to showcase a broad market trend that is worth bringing to your attention. While the U.S. stock… …
09/15/2010
I have a new fund to share with you today. It is the iShares MSCI New Zealand Investable Market Index Fund (ENZL), the first-ever pure play exchange-traded fund (ETF) offering exposure to New Zealand… …
09/08/2010
I love when a stock that I own soars in value because an announcement has just been made that it will be acquired by a deep-pocketed new owner. Of course, such situations only occur rarely for individual… …
09/01/2010
News coming out of Europe has been pretty bleak this year, to say the least. As if Greece’s debt woes weren’t bad enough, dismal news from Ireland, Portugal and Spain (the so-called PIGS)… …
08/25/2010
Seeking new frontiers with your investment portfolio? Then why not take a trip to a select group of emerging markets offering refuge from the recent slide in most global markets? It may surprise you,… …
08/18/2010
In our most recent radio show, we talked about the dangers inherent in municipal bonds, and how a blowup in some remote municipality could result in a decline in all municipal bonds. We also discussed… …
08/18/2010
With the world’s stock markets showing weakness recently, one strategy for investors to cushion the fall and still allow for the potential of capital appreciation is to invest in dividend-paying… …
08/11/2010
I am fast becoming a fan of technology as an investment opportunity. When I read the headline for the Aug. 4 lead story in The Wall Street Journal, it confirmed my view that technology is a sector that… …
08/04/2010
Bullish market signals, combined with a weakening economy, complicate investing decisions; however, I do have an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that you may want to consider. This fund tracks companies that… …
07/28/2010
The Indonesian equity market ranked as one of the best-performing markets in the world through the first half of 2010. Van Eck's Market Vectors Indonesia ETF (IDX), a fund designed to track the Indonesian… …
07/21/2010
Even though equities have been retreating in much of the world, there are markets in Asia that have fared well so far in 2010. Not only have I noticed the trend, but I have my eye on several country-specific… …
07/14/2010
While equities have been retreating in much of the world, there are markets in Asia that have fared well so far in 2010. Not only have I noticed the trend, but I have my eye on several country-specific… …
07/07/2010
The stock market’s volatility is enough to make any investor a bit cautious. You can go long or go short but the daily gyrations of the market are enough to make even the riskiest investing personality… …
06/30/2010
Gold is one of the most enticing investments in the world right now. The price of the yellow metal hit a record high this month, and each short-term pullback has been followed by a new advance. The upward… …
06/23/2010
The latest cell-phone innovations and the expanding number of applications available to users are gaining my attention as an investor. What also is on my mind is that the telecommunications company that… …
06/23/2010
On May 6, the market experienced something it really never has seen before. The huge “flash crash” that caused the Dow to swing more than 1,000 points in a little more than an hour represented… …
06/16/2010
Real estate was hit hard during the recession, and the recovery of real estate prices has been shaky at best. Economic problems continue putting pressure on the sector, and an unexpected drop in May’s… …
06/09/2010
China offers both promise and risk. A key to investing often is to steer clear of markets when other investors become overly enamored with them and to look for a better time to buy. The advent of exchange-traded… …
06/02/2010
As regular readers of the Alert know, I am a huge fan of ETFs. An ETF is like a virtual basket of stocks that usually tracks a specific index or sector. To put it another way, ETFs are like a homologous… …
06/02/2010
The idea behind shorting equities is to profit when their prices are falling. Since markets tend to rise historically, you need to pick your spots for shorting carefully. The challenge, of course, is… …
05/26/2010
A fall below 10,000 this week in the Dow Jones Industrial Average -- before Tuesday’s late-afternoon rally -- shows that equities are on shaky ground right now. But in my experience, there’s… …
05/19/2010
The devastating oil spill off of the Louisiana coast has been followed by declining oil prices and increasing questions among investors about the future direction of the commodity. However, the oil spill… …
05/12/2010
The market’s recent pullback could be considered a buying opportunity if you expect the trend in emerging markets to reverse and resume their bullish ways. One region that might be worth looking… …
05/05/2010
The stock market’s striking decline in recent days does not mean that investors have no place to take advantage of an economic rebound. One of the most likely sectors to attain sustained growth… …
04/28/2010
Airlines and their related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recently got a boost, as they hit 52-week highs, given lift by the broader market rally. The recent Icelandic volcano eruption kept European flights… …
04/21/2010
In a recent radio show broadcast, I offered my listeners a free special report, “The Top 10 Fixed-Income ETFs for 2010.” I made this report available for free, because I believe most fixed-income… …
04/21/2010
I expect a short-term market retreat in the near future that could produce a nice opportunity to turn quick profits by taking short positions. Of course, any decision to go short should not be taken lightly,… …
04/14/2010
Rising interest rates usually help banks increase the spread between the amount that they pay for deposits and what they can charge for loans. It is one of the reasons why banks that are not hamstrung… …
04/07/2010
With many markets around the world still on the rise, you may be able to grab some quick profits by taking a stake in an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that features a strongly performing anchor stock. The… …
03/31/2010
While the United States and much of the Western world struggle with an anemic economy, a number of emerging-market economies are among the world’s largest and fastest growing. Although the news… …
03/24/2010
After months and months of debates, gridlock and uncertainty, President Obama signed into law his coveted health-care overhaul, “ObamaCare,” with implications for you and your investment portfolio… …
03/17/2010
The promise of the Chinese market is both alluring and foreboding at the same time. It is enticing due to the country’s estimated average 9.3% economic growth rate for the past 25 years, 1.3-billion… …
03/10/2010
If you’re anything like me, you enjoy turkey at Thanksgiving. But my sights at this time of the year now are set on the country of Turkey, which is offering what could be an appetizing investment… …
03/03/2010
High-yield investments include heightened risk but one way to mitigate potential fallout is through diversification. A new “fund of funds” ETF now is available that offers diversification… …
02/24/2010
Years ago, people risked their lives to escape from the tyranny of the former Soviet bloc countries. Now, those same nations may prove to be an effective place for investors to flee from the debt problems… …
02/17/2010
Greece’s fiscal woes have dominated the news in recent weeks but what you may not know is how to profit from the news. Although the European Union has promised to address the situation, Greece is… …
02/09/2010
I thought that this week we should review some of the basic "rules" behind investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). I have been touting ETFs as excellent investment growth vehicles, but anything… …
02/03/2010
The rollout of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on precious metals other than gold and silver is well worth bringing to your attention. Last week, I featured a fund that invests in platinum and this… …
01/27/2010
Precious metals such as gold and silver have enjoyed a strong move higher in recent months, so the roll out of two new funds focused on other precious metals is worth highlighting. I like funds to establish… …
01/20/2010
With the energy sector exhibiting a second-straight year of weakened demand, the situation could be appealing to investors who may be willing to short utilities in a search for quick profits. Exchange-traded… …
01/13/2010
As we usher in a new year, the economy is projected to improve from the doldrums of 2009. One way to ride the expected economic turnaround this year is to invest in steel. Savvy investors can invest in… …
01/06/2010
The list is in, and it’s time you got your copy. I am talking here about the final ETF Report of the year -- a report that contains both the fourth-quarter performance, and the full-year performance… …
01/06/2010
With the Fed focused on keeping its zero-interest rate policy intact as we enter 2010, conservative bond funds are gaining appeal. Such ETFs offer a way to add balance to equity-leaning portfolios, and… …
12/30/2009
Investors who like to profit from well-timed currency investments may want to consider betting against a weakening euro. Indeed, the U.S. dollar rallied overnight and pushed the euro down today as U.S… …
12/23/2009
Subscribers to my investment newsletters and trading services know about my passion for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Over the past year, I have provided you with features relevant to investors who are… …
12/16/2009
The world of ETFs keeps getting better and better. We now can invest in almost any asset class, currency or country in the world with just a few clicks of a mouse. But to use ETFs properly, you have to… …
12/16/2009
The U.S. dollar had been getting hammered for much of the past year, but recent debt problems in Europe are giving the greenback a lift. Fortunately, there are exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that you can… …
12/09/2009
The SPDR S&P 500 (SPY) has an attention-grabbing ticker, but the broad market stock fund’s mission is no mystery. This exchange-traded fund (ETF) is designed to track the performance of the… …
12/02/2009
The world of ETFs keeps getting better and better. We now can invest in almost any asset class, currency or country in the world with just a few clicks of a mouse. But in order to use ETFs properly, you… …
12/02/2009
Emerging markets typically offer the greatest opportunities -- and the most risk. If you have tracked the markets closely in just the past week, you likely noticed sizable one-day swings up and down largely… …
11/25/2009
If you are concerned that the stock market’s rise in recent months could be running out of steam, you may want to consider protecting yourself by making a short-term investment in a stable foreign… …
11/18/2009
The continued weakening of the U.S. dollar could spur a mini-gusher for investors looking to profit from oil. Also known as black gold, oil is among the commodities that tend to be inversely related to… …
11/11/2009
The term "pure play" commonly is used to describe investing in an individual sector or a region. Two new funds, rolled out in the past couple of weeks, give investors a chance to target… …
11/04/2009
The government-subsidized, 3.5% third-quarter growth in U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) announced last week may or may not be a true indicator that the economy is turning around. But if the recovery… …
10/28/2009
It remains to be seen whether a tepid recovery of the housing market now starting to take shape can be maintained. The good news for investors is that there are two exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that allow… …
10/21/2009
Financial stocks endured a battering during the credit crisis before a number of them started to recover in recent months. If you're like me, you're probably wondering if that trend will continue. You… …
10/14/2009
The value of the U.S. dollar has been hammered in recent months, and observers -- me included -- feel that the greenback's decline is bound to run out of steam sooner rather than later. When this happens,… …
10/08/2009
An open question is what effect President Obama's health-care plan will have on biotechnology companies. There are no guarantees that provisions of the proposal that aim to increase research funding and… …
09/30/2009
As regular readers of the Alert know, I am a huge fan of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). An ETF is like a virtual basket of stocks that usually tracks a specific index or sector. To put it another… …
09/16/2009
For the first time in 28 years, sugar prices have topped 21 cents per pound. That's an 88% increase year-to-date! If that isn't sweet enough, some analysts are projecting that the price of sugar could… …
09/16/2009
I recently returned home from a fantastic trip to San Francisco, where I gave several presentations to attendees of the Money Show. I must say that this year's show was not only well attended, but most… …
09/09/2009
We've been hearing news that the worst of the recession may be over. This optimistic view was fueled by a push in the S&P 500 above the psychologically significant 1,000 mark, and by reports from… …
09/09/2009
I just returned home from a fantastic trip to San Francisco, where I gave several presentations to attendees of the Money Show. I must say that this year's show was not only well attended, but most of… …
09/09/2009
I've never been the kind of guy who responds well to scare tactics. In fact, it takes a lot for me to start climbing the wall of worry. So when I tell you that I am worried about what I think is a looming,… …
09/02/2009
I just returned home from a fantastic trip to San Francisco, where I gave several presentations to attendees of the Money Show. I must say that this year's show was not only well attended, but most of… …
09/02/2009
Technology has advanced enormously, compared with just ten years ago. Just consider how much people rely on cell phones and use a growing number of tech-savvy applications. Such devices now let users… …
08/26/2009
I just returned home from a fantastic trip to San Francisco, where I gave several presentations to attendees of the Money Show. I must say that this year's show was not only well attended, but most of… …
08/26/2009
The recession has forced people to reevaluate many facets of their lives. Things such as a steady job, luxury goods, and a comfortable lifestyle should not be taken for granted by anyone. While people… …
08/19/2009
With inflation fears weighing on many investors' minds during recent months, gold has become a useful hedge. But silver's performance this summer proves that gold is not the only way to invest profitably… …
08/12/2009
Singapore's economic outlook is not as rosy as a number of other Asian countries that are starting to see a recovery. However, the region's budding rebound sooner or later could help to pull Singapore's… …
08/05/2009
Subscribers to my investment newsletters and trading services know about my passion for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). During the past several months, I have provided you with features relevant to investors… …
07/29/2009
The price of oil and gas is on the rise again. But oil has exhibited wide price swings both up and down during the past year that make predicting its future moves a bit dicey. If you feel like you've… …
07/22/2009
As investors, one of our responsibilities is to pay close attention to the key trends affecting the global economy. One of those trends is an increasing worldwide population. Actual population growth,… …
07/15/2009
If you want to maximize the return from making a wise investment in an exchange-traded fund, then you soon may love the leveraged funds that Direxion has rolled out. Direxion launched eight ETFs during… …
07/08/2009
For 30 years, no shovelful of soil was turned to construct a nuclear plant in the United States until 2006, when groundbreaking occurred for the National Enrichment facility in New Mexico. With elected… …
06/24/2009
Treasury bonds, traditionally viewed as a safe haven for investors, have become what I think may be the last, big bubble in the market. With the Obama administration offering nearly $2 trillion in Treasury… …
06/17/2009
I am constantly being bombarded with questions about exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Basic inquiries such as just what ETFs are, how they work and how they can be used in an investment portfolio are some… …
06/10/2009
I am constantly being bombarded with questions about exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Basic inquiries such as just what ETFs are, how they work and how they can be used in an investment portfolio are some… …
06/10/2009
The sun brings forth incredible heat that warms, illuminates and energizes our planet. With the Obama administration becoming a powerful advocate for a strategy of increased use of alternative energy… …
05/20/2009
The market crash of 2008 was disastrous for most private investors, mutual funds, brokerage accounts and 401(k)s -- but not for certain well-managed hedge funds. Indeed, individual hedge funds defied… …
05/13/2009
While I still believe that we are in the midst of a bear market rally, there are plenty of ways to generate profits during this period of unprecedented market volatility. Despite the 33% rally in the… …
05/06/2009
Since World War I, buying U.S. Treasury bonds has been one of the surest, safest and most popular bets an investor could make. In almost every recession, as stocks fall, shrewd investors turn to the safety… …
04/29/2009
The strength of steel is so renowned that it often is used metaphorically to describe unwavering soundness. At the same time, steel is a key input in the manufacturing of cars, buildings and household… …
04/22/2009
I am sympathetic toward any investors who may feel a little ill when looking at their beaten-down investment portfolios. Since the market's stomach-churning plunge last October and its subsequent volatility,… …
04/15/2009
The sun brings forth incredible heat that warms, illuminates and energizes our planet. With the Obama administration becoming a powerful advocate for a strategy of increased use of alternative energy… …
04/08/2009
Millions of people have seen their 401(k)s, IRAs and stock market portfolios hammered by the current bear market. As the S&P 500 and the Dow slid further and further last year, many investors flocked… …
04/08/2009
I've read a lot of bad press lately regarding ETFs, and in particular levered ETFs. There seems to be a backlash on the use of volatile, levered ETFs as a way to build long-term wealth. Well, to this… …
04/01/2009
Recent rallies in the stock market and reports of profits at Citigroup and Bank of America during the first two months of the year are positive signs for financial stocks. However, it still may be premature… …
04/01/2009
I've read a lot of bad press lately regarding ETFs, and particularly levered ETFs. There seems to be a backlash on the use of volatile, levered ETFs as a way to build long-term wealth. Well, to this sentiment… …
03/25/2009
By Nathan Slaughter, Editor, The ETF Authority With the market rebounding sharply in recent days, now may be an opportune time to revisit an investment vehicle that produced incredible returns during… …
03/18/2009
For the last 30 years, the economy that has achieved the fastest and most consistent growth in the world may well be China's. Despite the current global recession, the Chinese economy still grew 9.8%… …
03/11/2009
If you watch CNN, MSNBC and other news channels regularly, you might think that the American economy was on the brink of total collapse. As bad as the 3.8% contraction of the U.S. economy in the fourth… …
03/04/2009
Dividends are a great way to earn some extra income. You also can grow your principal through capital appreciation with good dividend-paying equities. One way to gain both of these benefits is through… …
02/25/2009
The ongoing recession has forced people to reevaluate many facets of their lives. Things such as a steady job, luxury goods, and a comfortable lifestyle should not be taken for granted by anyone. While… …
02/18/2009
Consumer spending always is a key factor in economic growth. Economists tell us that consumers account for nearly 70% of the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP). In light of the current economic situation,… …
02/11/2009
For 30 years, no shovelful of soil was turned to construct a nuclear plant in the United States until 2006 when groundbreaking occurred for the National Enrichment facility in New Mexico. With elected… …
02/04/2009
The U.S. national debt is more than $5 trillion and those of us who pay taxes are on the hook for it. To give you an idea about the gargantuan U.S. debt load, the government owes its creditors more money… …
01/28/2009
Although exchange-traded-funds (ETFs) are finding their way into the portfolios of many investors, they have yet to make much headway in 401(k) retirement plans. But that situation could start to change… …
01/28/2009
As you might expect, the final performance results for most ETFs in 2008 wasn't very pretty. In fact, it was downright coyote ugly!
Interestingly, despite the tremendous bear market in 2008, the number… …
01/28/2009
The Hulbert Financial Digest just published its list of the Top 10 performing newsletters of 2008, and I am proud to report that my ETF Trader advisory service came in fourth overall!
Our total return… …
01/21/2009
Subscribers to my investment newsletters and trading services know about my passion for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). During the past several months, I have provided you with features relevant to investors… …
01/21/2009
As you might expect, the final performance results for most ETFs in 2008 wasn't very pretty. In fact, it was downright coyote ugly! Interestingly, despite the tremendous bear market in 2008, the number… …
01/21/2009
The Hulbert Financial Digest recently published its list of the Top 10 performing newsletters of 2008, and I am proud to report that my ETF Trader advisory service came in fourth overall! Our total return… …
01/14/2009
As you might expect, the final performance results for most ETFs in 2008 wasn't very pretty. In fact, it was downright coyote ugly! Interestingly, despite the tremendous bear market in 2008, the number… …
01/14/2009
The Hulbert Financial Digest just published its list of the Top 10 performing newsletters of 2008, and I am proud to report that my ETF Trader advisory service came in fourth overall! Our total return… …
01/07/2009
The Hulbert Financial Digest just published its list of the Top 10 performing newsletters of 2008, and I am proud to report that my ETF Trader advisory service came in fourth overall! Our +13.2% total… …
01/07/2009
As the economy slows, one reasonably safe sector that you may want to consider is municipal "muni" bonds. Muni bonds are issued by cities, states and other local governments to raise money for… …
12/31/2008
The Hulbert Financial Digest just published its list of the Top 10 performing newsletters of 2008, and I am proud to report that my ETF Trader advisory service came in fourth overall! Our total return… …
12/24/2008
The Dec. 17 decision by OPEC to slash its daily oil production output by 2.2 million barrels a day failed to stop the downward slide in prices. The move does show that OPEC nations are banding together… …
12/10/2008
I thought that this week we should review some of the basic "rules" behind investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). I have been touting ETFs as excellent investment growth vehicles, but anything… …
12/03/2008
The same advantages of broad-based market funds that I shared in last week's ETF Talk also extend to international funds. Both kinds of ETFs provide diversification, low expense ratios, trading flexibility… …
11/28/2008
With the U.S. political landscape changing, the economy slumping badly and the auto industry seeking a share of the government's $700 billion financial industry bailout money, it is almost impossible… …
11/19/2008
Consider taking cover if you hold any mutual funds in taxable accounts. Many mutual funds that absorbed big losses still will incur significant capital gains for the 2008 tax year. Those capital gains… …
11/12/2008
You and probably every other investor in the world right now are concerned about avoiding big losses in the equity markets. It certainly is understandable, in light of the big pullbacks in markets virtually… …
11/05/2008
Going short in the stock market once was something that only sophisticated investors felt comfortable doing. However, the advent of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) now lets mainstream investors take short… …
10/29/2008
As much as I like exchange-traded funds (ETFs), I frown when they become mispriced. This happens when the market price of an index ETF is different from its underlying net asset value (NAV). If an investor… …
10/22/2008
With the Fed loosening the money spigot through interest rate cuts and other monetary tools, inflation is becoming more of a concern for investors. When that happens, gold often becomes a safe haven investment… …
10/15/2008
Subscribers to my investment newsletters and trading services know about my passion for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). During the past several months, I have provided you with features aimed at helping… …
10/08/2008
Every quarter the Fabian team updates the performance of the existing exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the most recent results are bleak. The latest findings through Sept. 30 indicate that the ETFs performing… …
10/01/2008
Monday's 777-point drop in the Dow Jones industrial average followed by yesterday's 485-point rebound shows that the market is offering no clear direction. With media attention focused on the fallout… …
09/24/2008
Volatility in the equity markets has been causing bonds to appear particularly enticing lately. Two weeks ago, I wrote about exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that use one of the safest investments, Treasury-only… …
09/17/2008
It's decision time again. Every four years, America goes into election mode and the consequences of choosing a new president always have repercussions for the economy and for investors. But perhaps more… …
09/10/2008
Tuesday's huge drop in stocks and big spike higher in bonds should serve as a reminder that when it comes to volatile markets, bonds, not stocks, are often the better choice. In fact, during periods of… …
09/03/2008
This week's ETF Talk features the brand new Claymore/Delta Global Shipping ETF (SEA), the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) of its kind to offer investors a cost-efficient way to gain access to the transportation… …
08/27/2008
Some pundits are saying that we are in a recession; others call it a mere economic slowdown. In my opinion, what difference does this technical distinction make to you? The one thing everyone agrees on,… …
08/20/2008
The headline above may make you recall the classic movie "Out of Africa." But even if you're not a film buff, you need to know that Africa now has become a region with growing appeal for its… …
08/13/2008
During the past several months, I have provided my ETF Talk readers with features aimed at identifying new funds, key sectors and important trends. I also like to go back to the basics once in awhile… …
08/13/2008
Some pundits are saying that we are in a recession; others call it a mere economic slowdown. The answer, in my opinion, is what difference does this technical distinction make to you? The one thing everyone… …
08/06/2008
History offers important lessons if we remember what happened in the past and use the information to our advantage. Tropical Storm Edouard offered the latest example of that adage in the natural gas sector… …
07/30/2008
When the stock market is trending downward, it is difficult to know what to do. Amid the uncertainty is the proven benefit of owning dividend-paying stocks. Sure, the share prices of such stocks and equity… …
07/23/2008
Anyone who has invested in the stock market so far this year is probably feeling wounded from the losses. Investors following my Successful Investing advisory service have been guided to areas of relative… …
07/16/2008
Subscribers to my investment newsletters and trading services know about my passion for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). During the past several months, I have provided you with features relevant to investors… …
07/09/2008
One of the greatest satisfactions that I receive is from highlighting key investment trends and passing them along to you before the rest of the investing world discovers them. A key development that… …
07/02/2008
Savvy investors have long taken advantage of the remarkable profits that options can produce in their investment portfolios. But what you may not know is that investing in options is now as easy as choosing… …
06/25/2008
When most American investors hear the word "frontier," they might be more likely to think about the Wild West than their investment portfolios and ETFs. That's why you may be surprised to learn… …
06/18/2008
Investors who want alternatives to going long in stocks or equity-based ETFs, and are willing to take a gamble, now have eight new funds to consider. Rydex Investments began offering shares of the new… …
06/11/2008
Last month, I introduced you to what has become one of the hottest, most talked about exchange-traded fund (ETF) sectors -- green ETFs. As many of you already know, I live in California, and around here… …
06/04/2008
I have a soft spot in my heart for people who want to invest in socially responsible ways. Life is short and we have limited opportunities to make a difference in this world before our time on earth is… …
05/28/2008
In the inaugural ETF Talk feature on Feb. 27, I highlighted the tremendous, money-making possibilities of India, one of the world's most culturally rich, emerging market powerhouses. Back then, I wrote… …
05/21/2008
You've probably heard that old saying, "To know me is to love me." Well, I am in no way vain enough to say that about myself, but I will change that old saying in a way that does apply to me… …
05/21/2008
Anybody who's ever invested money in the financial markets has probably received an unsolicited call from a stockbroker trying to get him or her to open up an account with that broker's firm. This common… …
05/14/2008
You've probably heard that old saying, "To know me is to love me." Well, I am in no way vain enough to say that about myself, but I will change that old saying in a way that does apply to me… …
05/07/2008
Active management used to be the exclusive province of the mutual fund industry, but thanks to some new exchange-traded funds (ETFs), those days of exclusivity are over. Actively managed mutual funds… …
04/30/2008
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a great way to gain diversification and reduce money management costs that otherwise would cut the value of your holdings. But onerous tax problems have hit investors… …
04/23/2008
It seems everywhere you look lately there are media headlines warning about a looming environmental crisis. We read about the need to "go green," and seriously begin thinking about alternative… …
04/17/2008
ETF Talk has delivered key facts to you during the past couple of months about exchange-traded fund (ETF) sectors that range from some of the world's most precious resources -- from agriculture and precious… …
04/09/2008
I absolutely love exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and I use them almost exclusively in my own investment portfolio. This week, I am going to provide you with a quick reference guide to help you instantly… …
04/02/2008
At least the gains were precious while they lasted. The precious metals sector seemed to have been a safe haven from the downward trend in stock prices until recently. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that… …
03/26/2008
The U.S. dollar is down, down, down, and the greenback continues declining to unprecedented lows against the euro and other foreign currencies. Indeed, the dollar has fallen against most of the major… …
03/19/2008
Water seems to be increasing in value by the day, and rising demand worldwide for clean water is a key reason why. Right now, an estimated 4,500 children worldwide die each day from unsafe water and deficient… …
03/12/2008
The commodity boom certainly is enticing aggressive investors. In last week's ETF Talk, we discussed commodity exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that tracked an individual commodity, such as gold, silver or… …
03/05/2008
In auto racing, you often hear about a car coming in for a pit stop and taking a “splash.” For those of you who aren't acquainted with racing lingo, that just means the car is going to be… …
02/27/2008
If you've ever read the great E.M. Forster and his seminal novel A Passage To India, you are probably already acquainted with the riches of India's culture. Now thanks to exchange-traded fund (ETF) providers… …
01/23/2008
There's no denying that we are in a treacherous market right now, but did you know that thanks to a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) from PowerShares you do indeed have a few options? The options I am talking… …
12/27/2007
It was another fantastic year for my favorite investment vehicles, exchange-traded funds or ETFs. To show you just how great a year it was, consider a few of the following statistics: At the end of 2005… …
12/05/2007
My friends over at PowerShares continue rolling out unique and innovative exchange-traded fund (ETF) products designed to accommodate the needs of nearly every investor. The latest from PowerShares is… …
10/10/2007
State Street Global Advisors recently launched a new exchange-traded fund focused on bonds. It's the SPDR Lehman International Treasury Bond Fund (BWX). This new fund, which began trading on the American… …
10/03/2007
Come visit Doug in person as he brings his latest workshop to Southern California for an exclusive look at one of the fastest growing investment products in the world -- Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)… …
09/26/2007
Come visit Doug in person as he brings his latest workshop to Southern California for an exclusive look at one of the fastest growing investment products in the world -- Exchange -- Traded Funds (ETFs)… …
09/19/2007
Come visit Doug in person as he brings his latest workshop to Southern California for an exclusive look at one of the fastest growing investment products in the world -- Exchange-Traded Funds. Whether… …
09/12/2007
As I mentioned earlier, I just came back from the D.C. Money Show. At the show, I talked about three sector ETFs that I think will be hugely profitable for investors during the next 12 months. Hey, everybody's… …
09/05/2007
Are you ready for the nuclear age? If so, then the folks over at Van Eck Global have a new ETF just for you. It is the Market Vectors Nuclear Energy (NLR), which began trading last month. This new nuclear… …
08/29/2007
Look, up in the sky! It's a bird, it's a plane, no, it's Super Sector funds! Sorry, but my pop-culture literacy wouldn't let me avoid the obvious Superman reference here when introducing the newest ETFs… …
08/22/2007
On this week's audio blog, I'll get you up to speed on the latest rumblings in this ultra-volatile market. Plus, hear about three new "Super Sector" ETFs that I'm eyeing. To listen to the audio… …
08/01/2007
Despite the current market sell off, the march toward more new ETF offerings hasn't subsided in the least bit. Case in point is the news out of Van Eck Global, which announced yesterday that the Securities… …
07/05/2007
In monitoring the ETF front for my Alert readers, I am frequently reporting news from our friends over at ProShares. The latest from them is their filing of a petition with the SEC for permission to launch… …
06/06/2007
There was a plethora of new exchange-traded fund offerings released in May. Many of these offerings might be a bit intimidating to many investors. One of my main goals is to break these new offerings… …
05/31/2007
One sector of the market I am really excited about is health care. The demographics of an aging population alone are reason enough to be bullish on health care stocks over the next decade. However, you… …
05/16/2007
Many investment gurus considered 2006 the "year of the ETF" because of the continued expansion of these tools as alternatives to traditional mutual fund investing. There were nearly 150 new… …
03/07/2007
I have read and heard multiple commentaries this past week on how the proliferation of ETFs contributed greatly to the grandeur of the current market decline. That's like saying the invention of the light… …
02/21/2007
Want to play both sides of the coin? More specifically, do you want to play both sides of the U.S. dollar? Well, now you can do so, thanks to two new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that were launched Tuesday… …
02/14/2007
Last week I got a question from an Alert reader that asked quite simply, “What is an ETF?” Now while this question may seem rudimentary to some of you, I took it as a reminder that I have… …
02/07/2007
Its budget time again in Washington and President Bush's new proposals are likely to include a lot of fresh spending on defense and homeland security. As an investor, there is one great way to take… …
01/17/2007
If you weren't with us last week, or if you somehow didn't get a chance to read last week's issue, you missed my mention of a great web site for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The site is ETFTrends.com… …
01/10/2007
If you don't already know what a big fan of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) I am, you've either got your head in the sand or you are a new Alert reader. For the benefit of those ostrich types out there,… …
01/04/2007
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian?
Each week, I profile several… …
12/20/2006
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian? Each week, I profile several… …
12/14/2006
This year it seems as though the rest of the world has caught on to what I've been saying for years regarding exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Let's take a quick look at the numbers and you'll see what I… …
12/14/2006
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian? Each week, I profile several… …
12/07/2006
By now, I know many of you have heard about the meltdown in the shares of drug-giant Pfizer (PFE). The company's stock price sank about 11% Monday, after news broke last weekend that Pfizer had cancelled… …
12/07/2006
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian? Each week, I profile several… …
11/30/2006
These days it's very hard to keep up with all of the news that's fit to print on the exchange-traded fund (ETF) front. The average investor could get bogged down in the process of trying to keep on top… …
11/30/2006
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian? Each week I profile several… …
11/22/2006
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian? This week we profiled… …
11/01/2006
Throughout the past week I have highlighted five exchange-traded funds (ETFs), one each day, on my radio show Making Money with Doug Fabian. The majority of these funds have been in the natural resources… …
10/19/2006
So far here at the Money Show, my seminars on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and how to use them have been extremely popular. It seems as though investors can't get enough of ETFs, and given their long… …
10/05/2006
Recently an Alert reader and avid radio show listener wrote me to let me know about a new tool designed to help ETF investors. I want to thank that listener -- you know who you are -- as what I discovered… …
09/14/2006
The big news in the market this past week has been the destruction in oil prices. With the exception of today's slight uptrend in oil, the past seven days have seen crude prices slide precipitously. Oil… …
09/07/2006
We recently completed a five-part series on using exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during uncertain markets. Apparently, the series was very popular and I received many e-mails from Alert readers asking me… …
08/17/2006
We've now arrived at the final installment of our five-part series on Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) strategies for an uncertain market. This week the focus is about using index ETFs to essentially "buy… …
08/10/2006
We've now arrived at the fourth installment of our five-part series on Exchange Traded Fund (ETFs) strategies for an uncertain market. This week, we're going to cover what I think is one of the best developments… …
08/03/2006
We've now arrived at the third installment of our five-part series on Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) strategies for an uncertain market. This week's topic is bond ETFs, and specifically how they can be a… …
07/26/2006
In part one of our five-part series on ETF strategies for an uncertain market, we discussed the new ETFs out there designed to take advantage of a decline in the overall equity markets. This week we… …
07/20/2006
There's no doubt about, this market has been hammered over the past several months. Even the big spike in stocks today is largely a result of frustrated investors who are looking to capitalize on even… …
07/05/2006
We've reached the halfway point of this very volatile market year, and so far, our ETF Trader service has allocated to a wide variety of funds on both the long and short sides of the market. So how has… …
06/28/2006
You all know what a big proponent I am of ETFs. So when a company comes along with a new twist on these offerings, I want to share the news with you. The new fund company jumping into the ETF game is… …
06/21/2006
Don't you just love all the new ETFs that are coming to market? I certainly do, and based on their popularity, I think Wall Street is finally getting the message when it comes to what investors really… …
05/31/2006
There are two new developments in the ETF world that we'll be keeping a very close eye on. On Monday the first ETF to invest in shares of public gold-mining companies began trading on the American Stock… …
05/24/2006
The numbers are in, and they ain't pretty! Is the honeymoon over for investing in emerging market ETFs? Well, judging by what's happened since the Fed's May 10 decision to hike interest rates, you'd be… …
04/12/2006
If you've been a long-time listener to my radio show, or even if you've just started tuning in, you've probably already heard me singing the praises of exchange traded funds. I absolutely love ETFs for… …
03/22/2006
Those of you who are loyal listeners to my radio show know that I love using exchange-traded funds, or ETFs for short. ETFs are like mutual funds in that they invest in a "basket" of stocks… …
02/22/2006
Dividend investors are an impatient sort, always seeking out ways to get more out of their money. Fortunately, the quest for high-paying investments has not gone unnoticed by one ETF provider: PowerShares… …
02/15/2006
On Monday we saw the rollout of three new Exchange Traded Funds from the company that started it all, State Street Global Advisors. The new funds are designed to track three of this market's most talked… …
02/08/2006
Although the timing was somewhat poor with this week's sell off in commodities, a new Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) has hit the market that deserves to be checked out. It is the Deutsche Bank Commodity Index… …
11/23/2005
It may be a little premature to start thinking about New Year's resolutions, but I want to plant the seed early. Now that we have re-entered the market and we have made a strong commitment to equities,… …