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 »

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 »

4 Ways Brazil’s Growing Middle Class Can Benefit ETFs
October 29, 2009 – Brazil’s development in recent years has had a key positive side effect: a booming middle class. The growth of this segment could help drive  consumption and, in turn, boost the country’s exchange traded funds (ETFs).... Continue Reading »

ETF Spotlight: Market Vectors Brazil Small-Cap (BRF)
October 28, 2009 – ETF Spotlight on Market Vectors Brazil Small-Cap (NYSEArca: BRF), part of a weekly series. (more…) Continue Reading »

Tom Lydon Makes the Case for Brazil ETFs on Fox Business
October 28, 2009 – Tom Lydon appeared on Fox Business this afternoon to discuss Brazil’s exchange traded fund (ETFs). Oh, and if you’ve always wondered what Tom looked like before he became follicly-challenged, have your curiosity satisfied at the... Continue Reading »

5 Top Emerging Market ETFs Off the Lows
October 26, 2009 – Emerging-market countries have gathered their composure with grace, and emerging market related exchange traded funds (ETFs) have bounced back to impressive heights since the March 9 low. Let’s take a look at five emerging countries... Continue Reading »

Brazil’s New Tax: What It Could Mean for ETFs
October 23, 2009 – This week, Brazil implemented a 2% tax on new foreign investment. What could this mean for investors in the popular exchange traded fund (ETF) that focuses on the country? (more…) Continue Reading »

7 Things to Like About Brazil and Its ETFs
October 19, 2009 – Global cash flow seems to be dominating emerging market shares, and Brazil is right along for the ride, as related stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are rallying. (more…) Continue Reading »

ETFs to Play the U.S. Push Into Emerging Markets
October 9, 2009 – As the economy continues to struggle domestically, many big corporations have started to look abroad to fatten up their bottom lines.  How exactly will this affect exchange traded funds (ETFs)? (more…) Continue Reading »

Brazil Takes Advantage of Upgrade; How to Play It With ETFs
October 7, 2009 – Brazil’s economy and exchange traded fund (ETF) are becoming more robust. As a result, the country is beginning to take on more responsibilities as its finances recover. (more…) Continue Reading »