Commodity ETFs: What You Should Know
February 7, 2010 – Commodity exchange traded funds (ETFs) have been enjoying a good run in the past year. But some ETFs haven’t been performing as well as their underlying commodities. (more…) Continue Reading »

Looking to the Future: The Case for Commodity ETFs
February 1, 2010 – There are few trends that those in the know are predicting to be in place 10, 20 or 30 years from now (with the odd pause for breath), but thanks to a fast-growing global population,... Continue Reading »

ETFs to Take Shelter from a Depreciating Dollar
November 24, 2009 – This year hasn’t been good for the U.S. dollar. But a depreciating dollar does provide opportunities and an investor may capitalize on the benefits with some choice exchange traded funds (ETFs). (more…) Continue Reading »

How Commodity ETFs Can Dodge Regulations
September 15, 2009 – Commodity ETFs are waiting for word of regulations put in place by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), but industry experts are already finding ways to get around any limits that are ultimately put... Continue Reading »

Is Death of Commodity ETFs Greatly Exaggerated?
September 1, 2008 – Commodity exchange traded funds (ETFs) may not be in such bad shape – despite July being the worst month in 28 years, in which they lost 10%. As this slide continues, an article from The Economist... Continue Reading »

Commodity ETFs Become Portfolio Staples
August 19, 2008 – When it comes to commodity exchange traded funds (ETFs), choosing among the many available isn’t always a simple task. Investors have realized that prices for things like oil and corn can surge even as the rest... Continue Reading »

It’s All In the Construction With Commodity ETFs
July 14, 2008 – When it comes to exchange traded funds (ETFs), investment strategy can make all the difference. Since the year is past the halfway mark, it is fair game to start comparing ETFs within the same sector, and... Continue Reading »