How to Use Leveraged and Inverse ETFs
November 3, 2009 – At a time when some investors are trying to get creative with portfolio management while reducing overall risk, leveraged and inverse exchange traded funds (ETFs) might be the right answer if you understand them. (more…) Continue Reading »

Oil ETF Plays With Extra ‘Oomph’
November 2, 2009 – Oil and gas exchange traded funds (ETFs) are continuing their ascent despite a supply glut. Investors looking to add a little “oomph” to rising prices or hedge falling ones may want to consider leveraged... Continue Reading »

Mid-Cap ETFs: Take Your Pick
October 30, 2009 – When we listen to the news, we mostly hear about large, brand-name companies. However, mid-sized companies and related exchange traded funds (ETFs) have shown some decent gains as the economy rights itself. (more…) Continue Reading »

Do Alternative ETFs Belong In Your Portfolio?
October 27, 2009 – As the exchange traded fund (ETF) industry grows, new and increasingly more esoteric product types are appearing. Do they have a place in your portfolio? A few experts weighed in on the topic during... Continue Reading »

ProShares Files to Add to Treasury ETF Choices
October 18, 2009 – ProShares is preparing to expand its lineup of Treasury bond exchange traded funds (ETFs) by filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for two new long funds. (more…) Continue Reading »

The Fight Over Leveraged and Inverse ETFs: Enough Already
October 14, 2009 – Leveraged and inverse exchange traded funds (ETFs) continue to be the subject of srutiny. When will it end? (more…) Continue Reading »

10 Tips for Trading ETFs
October 7, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are touted for their many attributes, including trading like a single stock and their ability to diversify a portfolio. Are you getting as much out of them as you could... Continue Reading »

ProShares Steps Up Leveraged ETF Disclosure Information
October 5, 2009 – In response to increased regulatory scrutiny of leveraged and inverse exchange traded funds (ETFs), ProFunds has added additional emphasis to its disclaimers about the funds it offers. (more…) Continue Reading »

The 5 Most-Wanted ETFs
October 2, 2009 – The markets are recovering, albeit slowly, and investors are wading back in to buy exchange traded funds (ETFs). Most of those investors, at one point or another, will come across these five ETFs, the most... Continue Reading »

Direxion’s Leveraged Index Mutual Funds Go Monthly
October 2, 2009 – As of Sept. 30, Direxion’s leveraged index mutual funds have switched their investment objectives from daily to monthly results. (more…) Continue Reading »