Italy’s ETF Stands to Benefit From the Private Sector
October 24, 2008 – Italy may not be feeling the amore of exchange traded fund (ETF) investors, but that could soon change as one of the country’s leader has far-reaching sway over the country and its economy. The Italian state... Continue Reading »

Italian ETFs and Economy Stagnate
August 13, 2008 – When Italy comes to mind, images of Missoni and Dolce & Gabbana are conjured, but the economy and exchange traded fund (ETF) may not be doing quite as well as these artisans. During the second quarter,... Continue Reading »

Good Numbers Raining Down on India’s Index, ETFs
August 5, 2008 – A recent end to India’s dry spell could have something brewing for the coffee exchange traded note (ETN). Wait, what? Yes, we said India. Among the coffee-producing countries in Asia, India is the third-largest. A drought last... Continue Reading »

Turkey and ETFs Get a Lift From Upgrade
July 30, 2008 – JP Morgan Chase upgraded Turkey’s rating from underweight to neutral, which is welcome news for its related exchange traded funds (ETFs). No reason was given for the change, but it might imply the adding of Turkish... Continue Reading »

Designer Knock-Offs Seized, Helping Luxury ETFs, And High-End Spenders
July 30, 2008 – Counterfeiters can cut into earnings, and therefore exchange traded fund (ETF) returns. So, perhaps the seizure of an array of fake luxury purses and other items might help. During a recent raid in Lyon, France, customs agents... Continue Reading »

ETF Securities Goes on Bull Run With Commodities
July 18, 2008 – For an exchange traded fund (ETF) provider that didn’t exist at this time five years ago, the story of ETF Securities is certainly an impressive one. The London-based provider, which deals in exchange traded commodities (ETCs)... Continue Reading »

Fiat Sales Make Italy ETF the Opposite of Bellissimo
July 11, 2008 – What does a Fiat have to do with driving your exchange traded fund (ETF) investments? Italy’s biggest carmaker, Fiat SpA, is closing four of its six auto plants in the country for three weeks between September... Continue Reading »

A Power Futures Market In Italy Could Jolt ETF
July 2, 2008 – Italy’s latest step toward a power futures trading market appears to be helping its exchange traded fund (ETF). The minister for economic development says his ministry is geared to give the okay for the Italian... Continue Reading »