This week’s ETF standouts included funds tracking India, base metals, copper, Asian stocks and utilities.
Conversely, the steepest decliners included Egypt, Greece, natural gas, miners, gold and silver.
The top three unleveraged ETFs this week were Market Vectors India Small-Cap (SCIF), iPath MSCI India (INP) and iShares S&P India Nifty 50 (INDY) with gains of 5% or more.
The bottom three unleveraged ETFs this week were Market Vectors Egypt (EGPT), U.S. Natural Gas (UNG) and Global X FTSE Greece (GREK). They lost over 8%.
In next week’s economic data, look out for reports on ISM manufacturing, construction spending, motor vehicle sales, factory orders and consumer credit. The main event is on Friday with the nonfarm payrolls report for November.