Fed Stays Steady, But What About Inflation?
June 24, 2009 – The Federal Reserve announced this afternoon that it would hold interest rates steady. It also said the downward spiral in prices was easing, while inflation was less of a threat. Either way, exchange traded funds... Continue Reading »

How Fed’s Decision Could Affect Treasury Bond ETFs
June 24, 2009 – The recent atmosphere in the U.S. economy  as the stock markets seemingly pause for breath has created a bond-hungry atmosphere, potentially impacting related exchange traded funds (ETFs). (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Real Estate Fails to Ignite Spark
June 23, 2009 – U.S. stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) continue to oscillate after encouraging real estate news and anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s two-day monetary policy meeting. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Investors Wary As Inflation Fears Calm
June 17, 2009 – U.S. stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are mixed this morning as investors remain ambiguous on signs of an economic recovery. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Why Wall Street’s In The Red
June 3, 2009 – U.S. stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) retreated this morning giving back some of the gains accumulated over its four-day rally as many investors found little comfort in data showing signs of an economic... Continue Reading »

Stress Test Results Are In; What’s Next for ETFs?
May 7, 2009 – The long-awaited results for the stress tests are in, but the impact on exchange traded funds (ETFs) is still a question mark. (more…) Continue Reading »

Have Housing Market and ETFs Hit Bottom?
May 6, 2009 – Many analysts consider the housing market to be a leading indicator of the health of the U.S. economy, but the bigger question on exchange traded fund (ETF) investors’ minds is “Have we hit the... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Markets Waver on Bank Worries
May 5, 2009 – U.S. stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are in negative territory this morning giving back some of the gains seen in yesterday’s rally. (more…) Continue Reading »

Why You Should Keep An Eye on Gold ETFs
April 21, 2009 – Gold exchange traded funds (ETFs) are continuing to appeal to investors, and this attraction appears to be growing as we get deeper into earnings season and more economic numbers are poised to be released.... Continue Reading »

Where Do U.S. Dollar ETFs Go From Here?
April 16, 2009 – Although there have been growing calls for the U.S. dollar to be replaced as the world’s reserve currency, there are still reasons to watch the movements of the greenback. Experts weighed in with their... Continue Reading »