Midday Market Update: Wall Street Down Despite Factory Orders
November 3, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are slightly negative this morning as the markets process news about factory orders and a big deal between Berkshire Hathaway and Burlington Northern Santa Fe worth billions. (more…) Continue Reading »

Electronics Making a Comeback? 5 ETFs to Play It
November 2, 2009 – Although major electronics makers have reported less than stellar earnings for the third quarter, they’re feeling positive enough to raise their full-year forecasts. Exchange traded funds (ETFs) can give you exposure to the entire... Continue Reading »

How Name Brands Are Boosting Consumer Staples ETFs
November 2, 2009 – Retailers everywhere are locked in a battle for consumer dollars, and the fight may be most heated in the consumer staples sector as shoppers go generic. As brand names fight back, exchange traded funds... Continue Reading »

4 ETFs to Play the Battle of the Smartphones
November 2, 2009 – The smartphone industry is facing a round of stiff competition. While individual companies fight it out, technology exchange traded funds (ETFs) could be poised to benefit from the battle. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: ETFs Get a Lift From Economic Reports
November 2, 2009 – Positive news from both the real estate and manufacturing sectors had the combined effect of sending the markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs) higher. Will it make last week all but a distant memory? ... Continue Reading »

The Basics of Building an ETF Portfolio
November 2, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are intended for creating a low-cost and diverse portfolio regardless of which type of investor you may be. Here’s a breakdown of the various categories you can consider. (more…) Continue Reading »

An ETF to Play Halloween’s Creepies
October 31, 2009 – Are you feeling creeped out by markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs) this  Halloween? There may be something to quell those feelings besides chocolate. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Consumers Lead Stocks, ETFs to Step Back
October 30, 2009 – Yesterday’s big gains are but a memory this morning as stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) give back after less-than-thrilling reports on consumer spending and sentiment.  (more…) Continue Reading »

5 Factors Benefiting Oil ETFs and How to Play It
October 29, 2009 – Global economies are growing fast and monetary policy in the United States is loose. These and other factors are fueling the rise of exchange traded funds (ETFs) related to the oil industry. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: GDP Numbers Enliven Wall Street
October 29, 2009 – The U.S. economy grew in the third quarter for the first time since spring 2008. The news was cheery enough to reverse several days of downward moves in stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs). ... Continue Reading »