World Cup ETFs: The Contenders

iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEArca: EWQ)

Odds to win: 22/1

ETF YTD: Up 8.8%

Comment: Given some recent injuries to key players, these odds appear too good on France. EWQ has enjoyed decent upside this year. French stocks, perhaps by way of their “laggard” status to these markets, are less expensive than their British, German and Swiss counterparts. French 10-year government bonds now yield less than 2% for the first time in almost a year, indicating investors have faith in the country despite it grappling with budget deficit issues.