Gold ETFs: Up On Inflation, or Something Else?
October 19, 2009 – The expected higher rate of inflation has been met by increased investment in gold. Yet, some are not convinced that inflation is the only factor prodding gold-related exchange traded (ETFs) to new heights. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Stocks, ETFs Slip Following Earnings
October 13, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) went negative after some early earnings reports left investors feeling a little cold. Many on Wall Street sought solace in gold, which has hit a new record high. (more…) Continue Reading »

Platinum, Gold, Silver: How to Play Precious Metals With ETFs
October 12, 2009 – The interest in precious metals of all types as an investment tool is growing, and exchange traded funds (ETFs) that track these particular metals make exposure and diversification easier for the average investor. (more…) Continue Reading »

How to Protect Your Gains In the ETF and Market Rally
October 8, 2009 – So, you took some positions in exchange traded funds (ETFs) when the S&P 500 moved above its 200-day moving average, and perhaps you’ve made some gains. How can you go about protect your profits? (more…) Continue Reading »

5 Reasons Gold ETFs Are Going Up, Up, Up
October 8, 2009 – The extended rally in gold and related exchange traded funds (ETFs) brought gold prices to new all-time highs. Prices have risen to the point that the question on the minds of many is whether conditions... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Gold Surges, Earnings Season Kicks Off
October 7, 2009 – Earnings season kicks off today. Despite a few better-than-expected early reports, Wall Street appears to be putting its two-day rally on pause while more earnings reports are awaited. (more…) Continue Reading »

5 ETF Themes Investors Can Consider
October 6, 2009 – Every exchange traded fund (ETF) investor has at least a few of their favorite, go-to funds. It’s also worthwhile at times to periodically check out the favorites of others  to expand your horizons and get... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Gold, Oil ETFs Get a Push from the Greenback
October 6, 2009 – The market is continuing its rally this morning as more signs emerge that the global economy is taking steps toward a recovery. A weakening U.S. dollar is also giving support to commodities prices. (more…) Continue Reading »

How Times Are Changing for Commodity ETFs
October 5, 2009 – The scramble for commodity-related exchange traded funds (ETFs) is in full swing. Precious metal ETFs are enticing investors as a way to hedge against possible dollar and inflationary worries, but the CFTC could change how... Continue Reading »

7 Things to Know About Gold ETFs
October 5, 2009 – Gold investors can’t seem to get enough of gold-related exchange traded funds (ETFs). But why are gold ETFs so appealing? (more…) Continue Reading »