Stocks, ETFs Waver as Markets Mark Anniversary
March 9, 2010 – Happy Anniversary! One year ago today, the markets hit their low. Stocks, exchange traded funds (ETFs) and the economy in general all look a lot different today than they did then. (more…) Continue Reading »

Interest Rate Hikes Are Coming; How to Get Your ETFs Ready
March 8, 2010 – Sometime in the next 12 to 20 months (or even sooner), we’re looking at the very real possibility of interest rate hikes. If you’re caught off guard and holding the wrong exchange traded funds... Continue Reading »

9 ETFs for Dollar Bears and Bulls
March 5, 2010 – What a difference just a few months makes. The euro has fallen out of favor in recent month, weighed down by PIIG concerns, naturally benefiting the dollar. Not everyone is bullish on greenback exchange... Continue Reading »

Why the U.S. Dollar ETF Is on the Move
February 22, 2010 – Some international stock markets are still struggling and foreign currencies are on the decline. It may not sound all that good, but these factors are actually helping the U.S. dollar and its related exchange traded... Continue Reading »

Fed’s Rate Hike Sends Stocks, ETFs Mixed
February 19, 2010 – The Federal Reserve raised the rate it charges banks for emergency loans, stating more confidence in the financial system’s recovery. The result this morning is mixed markets and exchange traded funds (ETFs). (more…) Continue Reading »

Fed Hikes Rates: What It Means for ETFs
February 18, 2010 – The Federal Reserve hiked the interest rate it charges banks for emergency loans after the market closed today. What does it mean, and which exchange traded funds (ETFs) could be affected by the move? ... Continue Reading »

Leading Indicators Lead Stocks and ETFs Higher
February 17, 2010 – Stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) are only marginally higher this morning. Vice President Joe Biden said taxpayers have “gotten their money’s worth” from the stimulus, and home construction showed improved figures. (more…) Continue Reading »

Presidents’ Day: Dollar ETFs, History and Retail Sales
February 15, 2010 – This weekend is President’s weekend, and besides giving many of us an extra day off, it is intended to commemorate our nation’s presidents, all of whom had a hand in creating the country in... Continue Reading »