Currency ETFs Offer A Way to Capitalize, But Know What You’re Getting
August 21, 2008 – There’s been a lot of talk lately about the value of the dollar – is it up? Is it down? – which has been sending investors on the hunt for currency exchange traded funds (ETFs). ETFs... Continue Reading »

Both Sides of Currency ETFs
August 14, 2008 – Currency exchange traded funds (ETFs) have grown extremely popular as investors look for some shelter from the recent whipsaws of the stock market. These ETFs are usually less volatile and show longer, more defined... Continue Reading »

Foreign Currency ETFs Strong In July
August 7, 2008 – Last month, the U.S. dollar staged a rally, but foreign currency exchange traded funds (ETFs) still pulled through with some decent performance. The top performer was the WisdomTree South African Rand (SZR), which returned 7.6% in... Continue Reading »

We Might Not Like Our Dollar Weak, But Some ETFs Do
June 28, 2008 – While our economy is plagued by a weak dollar and its implications, exchange traded funds (ETFs) can benefit. These days there are more options than ever for investors to hedge against a falling dollar. And... Continue Reading »

Currency ETFs Rise On Weak Dollar
November 8, 2007 – Foreign currency-focused exchange traded funds (ETFs) rose this week as the U.S. dollar continues to fall to record lows. The dollar plunged after Chi Siwei, vice president of the Chinese National People’s Congress, commented... Continue Reading »

A Falling Dollar Can Benefit Some ETFs, but Hurt the Economy
October 19, 2007 – A weak U.S. dollar can be good for many exchange traded funds (ETFs). For example, a low dollar benefits foreign currency ETFs that go up as we go down. Precious metals, such as gold... Continue Reading »

ETF Down Under Is Up
May 16, 2007 – Aussies country wide can now say "Dollars up!", among other things, as the Australian dollar has risen against the U.S. dollar. The exchange traded fund (ETF) iShares MSCI Australia Index (EWA) is also up 19%... Continue Reading »

Australian Dollar ETF – Currency Hedge
October 10, 2006 – The Australian dollar has a high correlation with the price movements of gold, although the exchange rate is impacted by many other factors. Seeking Alpha points out "the of the newest ETFs, CurrencyShares... Continue Reading »