10 Ways to Access Middle East Growth With ETFs
June 17, 2009 – The Middle Eastern region is influencing world affairs and exchange traded funds (ETFs) in a big way as global economic development becomes more and more tied to the region’s copious reserves of hydrocarbon resources. (more…) AKPC_IDS... Continue Reading »

Play ‘Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous’ With This ETF
May 24, 2009 – As both current and emerging wealth skyrocketed in early 2007, many thought that the trend would continue and investors could potentially cash in on the uber-wealthy, so an exchange traded fund (ETF) was launched tracking... Continue Reading »

How to Access Value Using ETFs
April 16, 2009 – The strategy for retailers throughout this recession has been value, as the larger stores are staying on top of the markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs) by adjusting advertising and marketing strategies, accordingly. (more…) AKPC_IDS... Continue Reading »

4 Reasons Retailers and ETFs Are Suffering
February 20, 2009 – With the current economic conditions and no real hope for a rebound in the near future, most people are saving every dime that they have to spare and this philosophy is taking its toll on the retail... Continue Reading »

How Luxury ETF Became Victim of Political Correctness
December 8, 2008 – In times where it is politically incorrect to show off luxury, consumers are starting to behave in a way where it is ethical to spend less, which has translated into lackluster performance within the luxury... Continue Reading »

Retail ETFs Could Get a Lump Of Coal
November 26, 2008 – Retailers feel like they’ve gotten a lump of coal in their stockings, even before the totals are in and exchange traded funds (ETFs) have had a chance to soak in any possible gains. Christina Cheddar Berk... Continue Reading »

ETFs May Benefit from Retailers’ Desperate Measures
November 19, 2008 – In an attempt to gain momentum and show some sign of hope, retailers are offering huge discounts allowing shoppers to get great bargains.  One could only wonder if stocks, exchange traded funds (ETFs) and other securities are mimicking... Continue Reading »

Designer Knock-Offs Seized, Helping Luxury ETFs, And High-End Spenders
July 30, 2008 – Counterfeiters can cut into earnings, and therefore exchange traded fund (ETF) returns. So, perhaps the seizure of an array of fake luxury purses and other items might help. During a recent raid in Lyon, France, customs agents... Continue Reading »