Archive for the ‘ETF 101’ Category
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What is an ETF? — The Arbitrage Mechanism
February 10th by Tom Lydon
Exchange traded funds have a so-called arbitrage mechanism that helps keep share prices in line...
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What are ETFs? — The Benefits of Transparency
February 10th by Tom Lydon
In the aftermath of the credit meltdown and the more recent implosion of MF Global, many investors...
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Why Are ETFs Cheaper Than Mutual Funds?
February 8th by Tom Lydon
Exchange traded funds and mutual funds have differences when it comes to the costs associated with...
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Three Things to Know About Currency ETFs
February 8th by Tom Lydon
Currency exchange traded funds have made investing in various currencies easier than before. There...
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Five Things to Know About Bond ETFs
February 6th by Tom Lydon
After a volatile year, many investors have jumped out of the equities markets and either held onto...
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Three Things to Remember About ETF Premiums and Discounts
February 6th by Tom Lydon
Exchange traded funds can be bought and sold like a single security throughout a regular trading...
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What You Should Know About ETF Bid/Ask Spreads
February 6th by Tom Lydon
Like stocks, exchange traded fund prices can change through the day, and investors seeking to take...
