ETFs to Cover What Warren Buffett Is Buying
November 5, 2009 – Prominent value investor Warren Buffett made a bet on the future of America with his purchase of Burlington Northern Santa Fe. While few are as rich as Buffett, it doesn’t mean you can’t play along... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Wall Street Down Despite Factory Orders
November 3, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are slightly negative this morning as the markets process news about factory orders and a big deal between Berkshire Hathaway and Burlington Northern Santa Fe worth billions. (more…) Continue Reading »

Transportation ETFs: Has the Sector Hit a Bottom?
October 26, 2009 – As the U.S. economy emerges out of a recession, it appears that the transportation sector and its exchange traded funds (ETFs) are following, but at a slower pace. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Markets Consider Economic Indicators
October 22, 2009 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are moving into slightly positive territory this morning after an index of economic activity signaled that the economy will continue to grow next year.  (more…) Continue Reading »

The Uses and Appeal of Sector-Based ETFs
October 20, 2009 – As the popularity of the exchange traded funds (ETFs) investment vehicle grows, more investors are taking a shotgun approach to investing by picking out whole sectors of the market for their investment portfolios. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Economic Data Boost Markets
September 17, 2009 – U.S. stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) edged up in morning trading as investors were further encouraged that the economy is stabilizing. (more…) Continue Reading »

How to Sort Out the ‘Niche’ ETF Sectors
September 15, 2009 – The world of exchange traded funds (ETFs) provides so many choices and sometimes, finding a particular sector ETF becomes daunting. But this short list should help narrow it down for you. (more…) Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Markets Flat As Investors Assess Economy
September 11, 2009 – After a five-day rally, stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are trading relatively flat as investors search for further signals indicating the health of the economy.  (more…) Continue Reading »

Why There May Be Flight In Airline ETFs
September 9, 2009 – As the global economic crisis seems to be easing, it appears that most sectors are starting to see signs of relief, even the ever-so-battered airline industry and its exchange traded funds (ETFs).  (more…) Continue Reading »

Will Railroad Stimulus Be a Savior for the Transportation ETF?
August 28, 2009 – Where did that stimulus money you heard about go to? The Department of Transportation (DOT) is beginning to rev up spending for projects that could be to the benefit of both the country and transportation... Continue Reading »