For all of the talk about risk in emerging market stocks, they’ve actually been less risky than plenty of U.S. securities. In fact, U.S. financial stocks have had 2x the risk of emerging market stocks and those financial stocks have had less reward over the last year. Yet what about emerging market companies themselves? Don’t they need to borrow [...] [...more]
Buffett’s acquisition of Burlington Northern may be an early indicator of positive economic growth to come. After all, if we are truly heading out of recession, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) will rise dramatically. Yet right now, most corporations are still hoarding their cash. So how do we know if an M&A rebound is in the works? And what ETF might prosper if it is? Here [...] [...more]
With gold hovering near $1,000 per ounce for several weeks, do you know what the future may hold for this precious metal? See what some specialists are forecasting. Some of the best ETF-specific articles for September 28, 2009, include: Five Hot New International ETFs To Consider - Ron Rowland, Money And Markets Valuation Concerns Start To Gain Legitimacy - J Clinton Hill, Hillbent What Next [...] [...more]
For some, the bear markets of 2000 – 2002 and 2007 – 2009 may have been discouraging enough to stay away from stock investing forever. What these people may be overlooking is the fact that history is on the side of those with a sound investment strategy. Today, we look at one method for creating a portfolio using ETFs. We [...] [...more]
The Chinese economy has been one of the largest influences on global markets in 2009. Conversely, Sweden is rarely discussed at all. Does that mean that Sweden isn’t worth a second look? Do you know if you have the right mix of overseas ETFs… or are you betting the farm on the emerging nations? Here’s a look at what makes [...] [...more]
