Midday Market Update: Stocks Edge Lower as Treasuries Move Higher
November 20, 2009 – Stocks and many exchange-traded funds (ETFs) lost ground for a third straight day as investors grew increasingly uneasy about a recent move away from riskier assets and into U.S. Treasuries. (more…) AKPC_IDS += "21125,"; Continue Reading »

Biotechnology: Why ETFs Suit the Sector
November 19, 2009 – The biotechnology sector is once again finding its footing, with some exchange traded funds (ETFs) focused on the sector up more than 30% since the market’s March 9 low. But there have been stumbling... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Mixed News Weighs on Investors
November 19, 2009 – Stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are both solidly in negative territory this morning as a stronger dollar, a downgrade on the semiconductor industry and mixed economic news weighed on investor sentiment. (more…) AKPC_IDS += "21075,"; Continue Reading »

6 ETFs to Consider in a Recovery
November 13, 2009 – Despite elevated unemployment levels, the economy appears to be in recovery mode which could be beneficial for certain exchange traded funds (ETFs). But which areas are poised to benefit the most? (more…) AKPC_IDS += "20641,"; Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Ho-Hum Reaction to Jobless Numbers
November 12, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are slightly in negative territory after a few days of modest gains. Traders appear to be blase about encouraging economic reports concerning unemployment numbers. (more…) AKPC_IDS += "20657,"; Continue Reading »

Use ETFs to Capitalize on the Online Retailer Price Wars
November 9, 2009 – Three online retailers are caught up in a pricing slugfest in an attempt to capture greater market share. No matter which company comes out on top, retail exchange traded funds (ETFs) may reflect the surge... Continue Reading »

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…) AKPC_IDS... Continue Reading »

Electronics Making a Comeback? 5 ETFs to Play It
November 2, 2009 – Although major electronics makers have reported less than stellar earnings for the third quarter, they’re feeling positive enough to raise their full-year forecasts. Exchange traded funds (ETFs) can give you exposure to the entire... Continue Reading »