Why Coal ETFs Have Something to Smile About
July 2, 2009 – The overall outlook for coal has strengthened thanks to some stabilization seen in the global economy. The commodity and its producers are projecting a better 2010, which may help coal exchange traded funds (ETFs) continue... Continue Reading »

ETF Spotlight: Market Vectors Coal (KOL)
July 1, 2009 – ETF Spotlight on Market Vectors Coal (KOL), part of a recurring series. (more…) Continue Reading »

June ETF Performance Report
June 30, 2009 – In June, the market and exchange traded fund (ETF) rally that began on March 9 began to show signs of losing steam most days. Aside from the June slowdown, though, it was the best quarterly... Continue Reading »

5 Best-Performing ETFs from March Lows
June 29, 2009 – While the markets rode on an upward trend from March lows, some exchange traded funds (ETFs) surprised and elated many with their huge rallies. Let’s take a look at some of the best showings. (more…) Continue Reading »

4 Reasons Not to Count Out Coal ETFs
June 28, 2009 – With the global demand for power on the decline, will coal and its related exchange traded funds (ETFs) still continue to perform in the way they have in recent months? (more…) Continue Reading »

How China’s Shopping Spree Helps Commodity ETFs
June 14, 2009 – As the market turmoil starts to dissipate, the commodities market, along with related exchange traded funds (ETFs), may be assisted by China’s desire to hoard basic materials. (more…) Continue Reading »

Sector Highlight: Energy
June 4, 2009 – Coal, oil, heating oil and energy exchange traded funds (ETFs) are on the move this morning. Here are a few stories on the subjects that may interest you: Commodity ETFs: When Will the Trend Come Back? Are... Continue Reading »

Sector Highlight: Commodities
May 27, 2009 – Gold, silver and coal exchange traded funds (ETFs) are trading around 4% higher so far today. Here are some articles on the subject that might interest you: How to Use Commodities In Your ETF Portfolio Why Silver... Continue Reading »

Sector Highlight: Steel and Coal ETFs
May 19, 2009 – Steel and coal exchange traded funds (ETFs) are moving higher today. Here’s a selection of stories that may interest you on these topics: Why Steel ETF Is Showing Renewed Strength 5 Areas That Impact Steel ETF Why Coal... Continue Reading »

Why Coal ETFs Could Benefit from Global Warming Fight
May 18, 2009 – Big users of coal are pushing Congress to pass a version of President Barack Obama’s plan to combat global warming. It seems counter-intuitive, but it could wind up helping the coal industry and exchange traded... Continue Reading »