Russia’s ETF In a Battle Over Risk and Reward
August 29, 2008 – Is the risk worth the potential reward when it comes to investment in Russia and its exchange traded fund (ETF)? Russia has become a leader in Eastern Europe, and living standards there have vastly improved, according... Continue Reading »

Caterpillar’s Sales in China Offset Slowdown in U.S., Benefits Industrial ETFs
August 28, 2008 – As we know, China is in the midst of a building boom that’s been digging up potential for a number of exchange traded funds (ETFs), and industrials are no exception. Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar (CAT)... Continue Reading »

Russia May Be Too Risky For Some ETF Investors
August 19, 2008 – As many exchange traded funds (ETFs) cover emerging markets, Russia may provide too much risk for some investors despite the until-recent success of these emerging market economies. The Russian economy started off strong this... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Crumble and U.S. Is Left Standing
August 15, 2008 – The so-called BRIC countries and exchange traded funds (ETFs) were stars in 2007, but now most of those regions are finding themselves feeling a little off. Over the past month, the S&P 500 SPDR (SPY) has... Continue Reading »

Russia Reinforces Its Market and ETF Presence With U.S. Steel Buyout
August 13, 2008 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) could reap the rewards as the Russians add to their presence in the U.S. steel industry. In the biggest takeover of the year within the global steel industry, Novolipetsk of Russia is... Continue Reading »

Russia Halts Conflict But Doesn’t Withdraw; ETF Goes On the Move
August 12, 2008 – The long-term investment opportunities that are offered from Russia’s growing economy is enough for investors to stay the course and keep their assets in the focused exchange traded fund (ETF). Russia said this morning that they... Continue Reading »

Fuel Prices, ETFs Look Different In Second Half of Year
August 11, 2008 – Exchange traded funds (ETFs) that consistently found themselves at the head of the class with double-digit returns in the first half of the year are suddenly having a different view of things as fuel prices... Continue Reading »

ETFs Are Tested as Even BRIC Economies Feel U.S. Slowdown
August 8, 2008 – As the United States continues to experience a serious economic slowdown, exchange traded funds (ETFs) face many challenges as even the BRIC economies are feeling the repurcussions. Regardless of whether or not the United States is... Continue Reading »

Will Conflict In Russia Carry Over to ETF?
August 8, 2008 – The escalation of the Georgia-Russia conflict, which took a turn for the worse this morning, could do harm to the Russian exchange traded fund (ETF) if it continues. Georgia launched an offensive in a breakaway region,... Continue Reading »

Goldman Sachs’ Predictions Could Have Implications for ETFs
July 31, 2008 – Goldman Sachs’ economic team recently pulled out their crystal ball to come up with a new world order for the year 2040, and the prognostications could affect exchange traded funds (ETFs) in years to come. Take... Continue Reading »

Will Russia’s ETF Suffer Collateral Damage In Wake of Allegations?
July 25, 2008 – Russia’s exchange traded fund (ETF) is trading down early today after the country’s RTS index plunged headlong into a bear market. The index went into turmoil after Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said OAO Mechel, a metals... Continue Reading »

Russia’s ETF and Economy At a Crossroads
July 22, 2008 – As the United States is trudging through an economic downturn, coupled with sky-high oil prices, there is a country and its exchange traded fund (ETF) that is reaping the rewards of energy prices. However, the boom... Continue Reading »

Rydex Adds More Currencies To Their ETF Family
July 19, 2008 – It seems like it won’t be long before there’s an exchange traded fund (ETF) for the most far-flung currency you can think of. Rydex is bringing us a step closer to that with the creation of... Continue Reading »

Restrictions on Foreign Investment Could Ding Russia’s ETF
July 9, 2008 – Russia and the economy, along with the related exchange traded fund (ETF) have been on a healthy run of success, naturally. As one of the largest land masses on the planet, the share of natural resources... Continue Reading »

Potash’s Positive Fundamentals Fertilize Agribusiness ETF
July 9, 2008 – It’s been a nice day for both potash producers and agricultural exchange traded funds (ETFs). A Goldman Sachs analyst said prices for the fertilizer are rising as a result of global demand and limited availability, since... Continue Reading »

Russian Economy and ETF Loaded Like a Freight Train
June 19, 2008 – Russia keeps on chugging, as the economy is lifted by soaring commodity prices that are helping capture great numbers for the related exchange traded fund (ETF). For the first quarter, Russia’s economy expanded at 8.5%,... Continue Reading »

ETFs for a Rainy Season
June 17, 2008 – Everybody knows that when it rains, it pours, and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are no exception. The uncertainty is pouring in all around us, with a looming presidential election, a Dow Jones industrial average that... Continue Reading »

Russian Expansion Extends to ETF
June 5, 2008 – A lot can happen in a decade, fashions change, music shifts and countries such as Russia expand, sending related investments and exchange traded funds (ETFs) up. Although the U.S. is hurting from high oil... Continue Reading »

Russia’s Economy and ETF Are the Story for May
June 2, 2008 – The top-performing exchange traded fund (ETF) for May was Market Vectors Russia (RSX). Year-to-date, it’s up 14.7%. It’s just the latest good news for a country that’s currently enjoying a 10-year economic expansion. Its gross... Continue Reading »

May ETF Performance Report
May 30, 2008 – Overall, May wasn’t a bad month for exchange traded fund (ETF) investors, but the economy still faces some hurdles. Two of the major indexes finished higher while the Dow Jones industrial average lost 1.4%.... Continue Reading »

Exploration ETFs Helped By Rising Cost of Finding New Oil
May 29, 2008 – You’d think the rising cost of oil and the big returns the related exchange traded funds (ETFs) have been dishing out year-to-date would have led to bigger efforts to look for more of the... Continue Reading »

Nuclear Energy and ETFs Moving On Ahead
May 29, 2008 – Nuclear energy and its related exchange traded funds (ETFs) continue moving forward, regardless of sentiment toward the sector. The latest push came last Friday, when China signed a pact with Russia for $1 billion to... Continue Reading »

All-World ETFs: Just Add Water, Instant Diversification
May 28, 2008 – All-world exchange traded funds (ETFs) are the latest industry hot spot, and providers are lining up to launch them. The two-month-old Barclays fund iShares MSCI ACWI Fund (ACWI) holds 694 stocks from the 2,736-stock underlying... Continue Reading »

Single-Country ETFs Need A Closer Look Before Leaping
May 26, 2008 – Hot spots within financial markets across different countries may be easier to spot than you think and exchange traded funds (ETFs) may help guide you. Ron DeLegge of ETFGuide says there are certain things... Continue Reading »

Germany Leads Russia Into Modernization Of Energy Sector, Perhaps Assisting Both ETFs
May 19, 2008 – The German industry is aiding Russia modernization of its energy sector and in energy efficiency, an alliance that could boost their respective exchange traded funds (ETFs). German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier traveled to Russia... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Could Strengthen After Countries Meet
May 16, 2008 – The BRIC countries and exchange traded funds (ETFs) might be seeing even better days as the four countries meet this week to discuss economics and international cooperation. The foreign ministers of the four BRIC countries... Continue Reading »

Power Shift Seems to Agree With Russia ETF
May 9, 2008 – On May 7, Vladimir Putin stepped down and Russia’s new president became Dmitry Medvedev - is it any coincidence that in one day, the Russia exchange traded fund (ETF) rose 4.4%? Market Vectors Russia (RSX)... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Were Anything But In April
May 7, 2008 – BRIC exchange traded funds (ETFs) showed themselves to be solid in April. Investor interest and enthusiasm for the funds has peaked over the past several years, with outstanding sector-leading performances in 2007. Richard Widows for... Continue Reading »

Control of Russia Changes Hands, But Will the Growth In Russian Related ETFs Be Sustained?
May 6, 2008 – The Russian economy is shifting leadership while the economy is booming under Vladimir Putin’s hand, with the focused exchange traded fund (ETF) on a run. But can it sustain momentum under the next President?... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Have Many Access Points for Investors
April 30, 2008 – A reader wrote in recently wanting to know more about BRIC and the related exchange traded funds (ETFs). We’re here to help! BRIC stands for four of the fastest-growing emerging markets out here: Brazil, Russia,... Continue Reading »

Oil Prices May Get Worse; Steel and Natural Gas ETFs Are Keeping Pace
April 24, 2008 – The price of oil has slipped some over the last few days, but it’s projected to soar even higher - what will it mean for its exchange traded funds (ETFs)? The reports on fuel got... Continue Reading »

Russia Debates the Merits of Tax Cuts; What Will It Mean for ETF?
April 2, 2008 – The Russian government can’t seem to agree about the economy there, which means it’s anyone’s guess which way the exchange traded fund (ETF) will go. Some policymakers say the economy is overheating, citing the 8.1%... Continue Reading »

Emerging Market ETFs Could Be Worth a Look In Rough Times
March 18, 2008 – Is it time for exchange traded fund (ETF) investors to take a trip to emerging markets - or anywhere other than the United States for now? While some stocks are beginning to stir and the... Continue Reading »

Even In These Markets, You Can Still Find ETF Movers and Shakers
March 12, 2008 – Yesterday, the markets delivered outstanding performance and some exchange traded funds (ETFs) finished up in the double digits. But one good day doesn’t mean we’re out of the slump yet. It’s still time to take... Continue Reading »

Will “Medvedev” Spell Success for Russia’s ETF?
March 1, 2008 – Dmitri Medvedev is set to win around two-thirds of the vote in Russia’s presidential election on Sunday, and some wonder what his appointment will mean for the economy and exchange traded funds (ETFs). The... Continue Reading »

Russia’s ETF Is On the Right Track; the Right Moves Could Keep It There
February 21, 2008 – On Dec. 24, Russia’s exchange traded fund (ETF) hit an all-time high. By Jan. 23, its value dropped 26% as panic over the U.S. economy spread. Since then, things have begun to look up once... Continue Reading »

What’s Behind the Activity in the Steel, Metals and Mining ETFs?
February 15, 2008 – Two exchange traded funds (ETFs) posted stellar numbers this week. What’s behind all the movement? Market Vectors Steel (SLX) is up 7.2% this week and up 18.4% since Jan. 22. One possible factor in the... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Caught In Gap Between Perception and Reality
February 7, 2008 – The consistency of economic strength is still being determined among investors of BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) exchange traded funds (ETFs). Pierre Daillie for Seeking Alpha says that at best, the general sentiment surrounding... Continue Reading »

If Russia Makes Friends, ETF Could Benefit
February 4, 2008 – Could Russia’s diplomacy be hurting its opportunities for foreign investors and its exchange traded funds (ETFs)? The Kremlin admitted that it is, reports Ambrose Evans-Pritchard for the Telegraph. It said that the country’s hard-nose diplomacy... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETF Sees Challenges, But It Still Offers Diversification
February 2, 2008 – In 2007, BRIC-centric exchange traded funds (ETFs) were powerhouses. So far, 2008 is telling a different story. The Claymore/BNY BRIC Fund (EEB) has seen challenges in some of its four countries - Brazil, Russia,... Continue Reading »

Eastern Europe ETF a Dark Horse in Emerging Markets Sector
January 4, 2008 – When talk turns to the "emerging markets" exchange traded funds (ETFs), it often centers around a few economies in particular: Latin America, India and China. In the fourth quarter of 2007, however, there was... Continue Reading »

December and Year-End ETF Performance Report
December 31, 2007 – It was an eventful year for the markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs) as we saw the Dow break new records, closing above 14,000, only to have the sub-prime mortgage debacle take a toll... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Are No Lightweights
December 20, 2007 – Matt Krantz at USA Today touts the value of a BRIC-related exchange traded fund (ETF). As the U.S. economy puts on the brakes, the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China for those just joining... Continue Reading »

Russia and BRIC ETFs Looking to Russian Election
December 12, 2007 – Chairman of oil giant Gazprom, Dmitry Medvedev, is the candidate who will likely boost Russian equity markets, and exchange traded funds (ETFs). Recent political uncertainty in Russia has had investors on watch to see... Continue Reading »

Russia ETF May Be At Mercy Of Presidential Elections
December 5, 2007 – Presidential campaigning in Russia may put pressure on on the Russian related exchange traded funds (ETFs). After parliamentary elections on December 2, Putin’s party had a landslide victory, showing a sign of trust and... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETF Comparisons
December 3, 2007 – There are several BRIC (Brazil Russia India China) exchange traded funds (ETFs) to choose from, so which is the best choice?  Matthew D. McCall for Seeking Alpha reports that what’s inside is just as... Continue Reading »

Russia Oil Market Pumps Up the ETF RSX
November 27, 2007 – The point of view on Russian blue-chip oil companies is changing, due to earnings surprises in strong oil prices and this is can affect the Russian-focused exchange traded fund (ETF). J.P. Morgan Chase began... Continue Reading »

The BRIC ETF Theme
November 26, 2007 – The BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) countries are growing at a substantial pace, helping exchange traded funds (ETFs) and Canada attractive to investors. Why Canada? No matter what happens with the U.S. economy, the... Continue Reading »

Northern Trust Readies to Enter the ETF Marketplace
November 23, 2007 – There’s a new kid on the block of exchange traded funds (ETFs). Northern Trust is entering the  market with a big splash, by offering 19 foreign-market funds, according to Jesse Emspak at Investor’s Business... Continue Reading »

Investors and ETFs Seek Shelter From the Storm
November 23, 2007 – The sub-prime and credit mess has led to money being pulled out of exchange traded funds (ETFs) and instead taking shelter in money market funds, reports Carl Delfeld of ETF XRAY. EPFR Global, which tracks net... Continue Reading »

The Russians And ETF Are More Than Just Energy
November 14, 2007 – Russia is an oil-rich country and earlier this year exchange traded fund (ETF) investors were given the opportunity to invest in the country and its energy through Market Vectors Russia ETF (RSX).  But there... Continue Reading »

Energy Exposure With Russian ETF
November 2, 2007 – Van Eck Global seems to have timed the launch of their Russian exchange traded fund (ETF) perfectly. An "emerging markets" party if you will, Market Vectors Russia ETF (RSX) hit the market in May,... Continue Reading »

Economic Worries Could Wear on Russia’s ETF
October 19, 2007 – Although Russia’s exchange traded fund (ETF) has been climbing upward for the last couple of months, political and economic jitters could be the influence behind it’s recent drop. Currently, the Market Vectors Russia ETF... Continue Reading »

It’s a BRIC House in the ETF Industry
October 5, 2007 – As we finish out a strong week for the markets, we see that BRIC exchange traded funds (ETFs) are still among the top performers. China and India have made headlines with their tremendous economic growth... Continue Reading »

Good News for Russia’s Economy and ETF
September 14, 2007 – The Market Vectors Russia ETF (RSX) exchange traded fund (ETF) that launched in April is up 11% since the market low in August. What could account for its rise? One factor influencing RSX’s performance is... Continue Reading »

BRIC Country ETFs Come out Ahead
September 3, 2007 – Emerging markets and the exchange traded funds (ETFs) that follow them appear to benefit from the global credit crunch as long as there isn’t a recession. According to an investment strategy report by Merrill... Continue Reading »

Russian Optimism Could Spread to Its ETF
August 30, 2007 – Russians seem to be more optimistic about the country’s economic future, which could affect its exchange traded fund (ETF). According to the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI), economic growth, rising incomes and declining poverty are... Continue Reading »

India ETFs and Funds: What’s the Latest?
August 8, 2007 – The Claymore/BNY BRIC (EEB) that invests in Brazil, India, China and Russia has been a strong performer so far this year, up 21%. Many investors consider India to be the most secure of the... Continue Reading »

Blended ETFs Offer Cure for Indecisive Investors
August 5, 2007 – The exchange traded fund (ETF) world offers something for every investor. For those who have trouble deciding what they want in their ETFs, there are blended ETFs with a dash of "this" and a... Continue Reading »

Russia ETF: Gateway to Russia and Commodities
July 23, 2007 – The Russian economy has come to life, and U.S. investors can now tap into this market with exchange traded funds (ETFs). As we’ve mentioned before, the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China) are... Continue Reading »

Thinking Global, Acting Local with ETFs
July 19, 2007 – Investing in global exchange traded funds (ETFs) has been a hot topic, as the global markets continue to outperform domestic markets. U.S. markets are reaching record highs, the DIAMONDs Trust (DIA) is up 12%... Continue Reading »

BRIC ETFs Offer Opportunity
June 22, 2007 – Brazil, Russia, India and China, also known as BRIC, make up 28% of world economic growth and can be bought in one exchange traded fund (ETF).  There is currently the Claymore BRIC (EEB) and... Continue Reading »

Russia ETF Needs Patience and Strategy
June 13, 2007 – Russian leaders talked up their country at a recent business forum, promising an open investment climate and ambitious economic projections. Could this help push the Russian exchange traded fund (ETF), Market Vectors Russia (RSX),... Continue Reading »

Tap Into Eastern Europe Via ETFs
May 28, 2007 – Eastern European stocks are forecasted to outperform those of Western Europe, and exchange traded funds (ETFs) that focus on these countries could benefit. The performance gap between developed Europe and it’s Eastern counterparts could... Continue Reading »

Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC) ETF Gets Dissected
May 14, 2007 – Emerging markets should see more of the spotlight as value-seeking investors  are attracted to cheaper stock prices and exchange traded funds (ETFs) with long-term growth aspects. Last September, Claymore launched the BRIC ETF (EEB),... Continue Reading »

Timing of the Russia ETF
May 4, 2007 – Exchange traded fund (ETF) investors seeking exposure to Russia have been given a tool to capture this market. Van Eck Market Vectors-Russia ETF (RSX) appeared on the New York Stock Exchange this week. It’s... Continue Reading »

Pressure on Emerging ETFs and Russia
March 7, 2007 – Emerging markets exchange traded funds (ETFs), had a rough week, but  Russia seemed to be one of the hardest hit.  The Russian RTS index ended down 3.2% on Monday, and is now down 9.6%... Continue Reading »

ETF To Focus Solely On Russia
February 7, 2007 – Investors will now have a way of reaching the emerging market of Russia via a Van Eck exchange traded fund (ETF). This will be the first ETF that aims at Russia alone. The Russian... Continue Reading »