Why ETF Investors Should Look Under the Hood
April 30, 2009 – Many baby boomers have parked their money in target-date mutual funds, but have since suffered losses of 25% or more in 2008. What happened? (more…) Continue Reading »

Schwab Files for ETFs; FocusShares Tries Again
February 10, 2009 – Exchange traded fund (ETF) provider FocusShares apparently subscribes to the adage “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again,” while Charles Schwab has filed for its first-ever ETF. (more…) Continue Reading »

10 ETF Predictions for 2009
December 22, 2008 – Recently, we took a look back at our exchange traded fund (ETF) predictions for 2008. As 2008 comes to a close, and we look to a new year that will see some big changes, we... Continue Reading »

Target-Date ETFs Keep It Simple
December 21, 2008 – Some actively-managed exchange traded funds (ETFs) and target-date funds have not been immune to the market turbulence and have felt the same wrath as other securities in this crazy market. (more…) Continue Reading »

One ETF for When Retirement Is In Your Sights
December 14, 2008 – “Set it and forget it” exchange traded fund (ETF) investors might see a certain appeal in target date funds. These types of ETFs have seen an increase of availability this year. (more…) Continue Reading »

Understanding Why Target Date ETFs Feel the Pain
November 4, 2008 – Target date exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a different animal when it comes to investing. A recent story we did on the subject noted that one in particular, the TDX Independence 2010 (TDD), was demonstrating “acceptable”... Continue Reading »

Target-Date ETFs: Are They On Target?
October 31, 2008 – Life-cycle funds or target-date exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a unique balance of fund in that they automatically adjust their allocation of equities and bonds. The closer you get toward your retirement date, the higher the... Continue Reading »