Oil ETFs Brace for Regulatory Restrictions
November 3, 2009 – Futures-based commodity exchange traded funds (ETFs) have caught the eyes of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Many anticipate regulatory restrictions being placed on these ETFs. What will it mean for investors? (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 »

October ETF Performance Report
October 30, 2009 – October was largely a mixed month for stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs), marked by both encouraging high points and gloomy low ones. (more…) Continue Reading »

3 Reasons to Consider ETNs for Your Portfolio
October 30, 2009 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) have been overshadowing their close relative, the exchange traded note (ETN). Investors could be missing out on this nifty alternative investment vehicle. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Consumers Lead Stocks, ETFs to Step Back
October 30, 2009 – Yesterday’s big gains are but a memory this morning as stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) give back after less-than-thrilling reports on consumer spending and sentiment.  (more…) Continue Reading »

5 Factors Benefiting Oil ETFs and How to Play It
October 29, 2009 – Global economies are growing fast and monetary policy in the United States is loose. These and other factors are fueling the rise of exchange traded funds (ETFs) related to the oil industry. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: GDP Numbers Enliven Wall Street
October 29, 2009 – The U.S. economy grew in the third quarter for the first time since spring 2008. The news was cheery enough to reverse several days of downward moves in stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs). ... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: New Home Sales Send Wall Street Down
October 28, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) sank into negative territory this morning as a disappointing report about the real estate sector emerged. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Housing Gives a Push
October 27, 2009 – Reports on how consumers are feeling these days and encouraging news from the real estate sector have stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) trading slightly higher this morning. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Stocks, ETFs Head Lower on Stronger Dollar
October 26, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) started off strong this morning, but then quickly reversed course as the dollar rallied and sent oil prices moving lower. (more…) Continue Reading »