3 Signs Japan’s Economy and ETFs Could Grow
November 6, 2009 – Japan was an economy that was hit particularly hard by the recession, thanks to a tradition of frugality. But prices, production and consumption have stabilized, and the economy and related exchange traded funds (ETFs) may... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Grim Unemployment Numbers
November 6, 2009 – Unemployment in the United States shot up to 10.2%. It’s not only the highest rate in 26 years, but it’s the first time unemployment has topped 10% in as much time. Stocks and exchange traded... Continue Reading »

6 Reasons to Watch China’s ETFs
November 5, 2009 – Emerging markets have been scorching this year. Many exchange traded funds (ETFs) are up by triple digits since the market’s low on March 9. Although not up as sharply as some markets, China continues to... Continue Reading »

ETF Spotlight: Emerging Global Shares Composite Titans Index Fund (EEG)
November 4, 2009 – ETF Spotlight on Emerging Global Shares Composite Titans Index Fund (NYSEArca: EEG), part of a weekly series. (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 »

Thailand ETF: On the Right Track, With Caution
November 1, 2009 – After mitigating the damages done by the economic collapse, Thailand has kept its economy barely afloat, but improving economic conditions may help the country-related exchange traded fund (ETF) sail on. (more…) Continue Reading »

How to Play Emerging Markets With ETFs
October 30, 2009 – Some of the best-performing exchange traded funds (ETFs) this year have been in the hot and getting hotter area of emerging markets. But is there any steam left in this rally? (more…) Continue Reading »

3 Reasons to Consider ETNs for Your Portfolio
October 30, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) have been overshadowing their close relative, the exchange traded note (ETN). Investors could be missing out on this nifty alternative investment vehicle. (more…) Continue Reading »

ETF Plays for Asia’s Faster Growth
October 29, 2009 – It appears that most Asian economies have finally pulled out of a recession. While recovery is expected to be slow for the time being, there are a variety of exchange traded fund (ETF) plays for... Continue Reading »

An ETF for India’s Small-Cap Companies
October 29, 2009 – India has been a fast-growing market for the last few years, and Van Eck is hoping that a small-cap exchange traded fund (ETF) it has in registration with give investors even more exposure to the... Continue Reading »