Factory Orders Jump On Overseas Demand; ETFs Could, Too
September 3, 2008 – U.S. factory orders saw a big jump in July that could pay dividends down the line for related exchange traded funds (ETFs). New orders for items such as commercial aircraft, heavy machinery, iron and steel rose... Continue Reading »

Aerospace & Defense ETFs Hover Over Bear Market Territory
August 8, 2008 – Aerospace and defense exchange traded funds (ETFs) may be stuck in bear market territory, but the situation has more to do with the broader stock market in general and not the sector itself. As Scott Sacknoff... Continue Reading »

Israel ETFs Could Get Healthy Gain On Drug Maker’s Acquisition
July 18, 2008 – Teva, a major holding in Israel’s exchange traded funds (ETFs), said it’s going to buy up a rival. The $7 billion purchase of Barr Pharmaceuticals, will further cement Teva’s status as the world’s largest generic drug... Continue Reading »

Order Backlog Might Keep Aerospace ETFs Afloat
July 14, 2008 – Aerospace companies are forecasting a drop in orders, which might leave some exchange traded funds (ETFs) grounded if it comes to pass, thanks to years of orders left to fill. The two largest plane makers -... Continue Reading »