Exchange Traded Funds Articles

These funds may look appealing. Find out whether they can really live up to all of their promises.

Here are some options to get you started in real estate for a fraction of what it would cost to buy an actual property.

Get into ETFs and enjoy the benefits of a mutual fund with the flexibility of a stock.

Here are some hot investing ideas a bit off the beaten paths.

ETFs have some significant advantages that investors should not ignore.

There are quite a few ways to play gold using only ETFs, and here are some of the more popular ones.

As the economies of some countries sputter and former third-world countries are beginning to emerge, currency investing is becoming more intriguing. Learn ways to make money on money with the foreign exchange market.

Diversification is a vital investment tool, and well within the reach of even small investors.

Even beginners may use this strategy to trade a bullish outlook.

If you believe the market smiles on those who focus on value, growth or income, this vehicle may be for you.

By following some broad allocation guidelines, new investors can build the portfolio they want.

There are ETFs that cover China-specific sectors, lithium, the IPO market and much more.

Find out which investments are most likely to help you achieve your post-work income goals.

While debt can be a negative, it can also be a positive thing if used properly. Find out how debt can actually make you richer.

These investment vehicles can protect you - and even help you profit - when the real estate market falls.

What could happen if the Greek debt crisis gets even worse?

The futures market is a lot less scary when these indicators are used to establish current trends.

Brazil is well positioned for future growth, and luckily for investors, it also has a very liberal investing climate.

If you got rejected from college, you're in good company, so did some of the most successful people in the world.

Investing your tax refund will give you the best possible return.

This asset class has left much of its unstable past behind. Find out how to invest in it.

These companies may not be flashy but they offer investors structure and diversification.

Purists like physical bullion, but most investors prefer ETFs.

High returns come at a price, but country funds may still be a good bet.

Decreases in mutual fund classes and the growing use of ETFs means the future of mutual funds will be anything but smooth.

With mounting production problems, it might be time for investors to enjoy some hot cocoa ... investments.

As time passes, in order to remain profitable, investors need to put certain parts of their portfolio on a diet.

They don't exist, because micro-caps are too small for index funds and ETFs to invest in.

Brazil, Russia, India and China are becoming more popular for investing, but there is still plenty of risk among BRIC countries.

Whether your goal is to lose weight, quit smoking or just take overall better care of yourself you may have a surprising ally: your health insurance company.

Other endeavors may be experiencing a credit crunch, but investing in energy conservation, sustainable energy and resource maximization is on the rise.

Active managers now spin their products as index funds and ETFs.

Even if you missed out on gold, there are other shiny ways to play precious metals.

If you could've seen the future, these would have been your sure-fire investment picks.

Stop hoping for the indexes to go up and start investing in the reverse.

Leveraged ETFs have been mass marketed, but there are far safer ways to invest.

Gold is a very useful investment during periods of instability and high inflation.

The U.S. dollar falling affects everyone. Make sure your portfolio is protected against it.

Fixed annuities are a safe bet for any investor - even in today's volatile market.

The top-down investment strategy depends on economy and market strength. Find out what you should know before jumping in.

Structured financial products are so elaborate that investors are unable to assess costs and risk.

When looking for ways to invest, it's best to get your tips from the top.

It has been 80 years since the stock market experienced a one-day slide of $14 billion. Find out what's changed - and what hasn't.

Securities lending can pose risks to investor's portfolios and the entire financial system.

Risk aversion seems to come to us naturally, preventing us from stepping into unfamiliar territory. But feeling comfortable isn't always the best thing for your portfolio.

Proper hedges help to contain your losses while still allowing profits to grow.

Sector funds can provide maximum exposure to financial industry stocks, but this benefit is a double-edged sword.

Collars are extremely flexible, and can be much more beneficial to your portfolio than asset allocation.

Start your own investing adventure with the help of some simple guidelines.

Market volatility causes investors to lose confidence, yet history shows that market exposure is the path to returns.

Mutual funds devoted to keeping roads, structures and communities safe can make you money.

Are your mutual funds really hedge funds in disguise?

With regulatory oversight under fire, the smart money might place an inverse bet on the future of these products.

Exchange-traded funds have become very popular. Here's a simple breakdown of five classes you should know.

Although the DJIA only includes 30 stocks, it can tell you a lot about the market as a whole.

Indexes are a hands-off way for investors to access the markets, but in some cases, nothing beats active investing.

United States Congress officially approves the Bretton Woods Agreement, thus including the U.S. in the Bretton Woods System.

On this day in history, American industrialist John D. Rockefeller was born.

Find out some of the lower-risk ways to invest in foreign markets.

Socially responsible investing doesn't mean accepting lower returns. Find out why squeaky-clean stocks shine as investments.

This method may seem arcane, but many well-established strategies rely on it.

It ensures that you have a realistic outlook, and a solid strategy. We show you why and how.

Perform a thorough checkup to uncover a medical stock with a clean bill of health.

The "good old days" of investing were actually fraught with limited opportunities and methods.

Find out how these mutual funds can add some flavor to your bland portfolio.

These funds make investing in gold, oil or grain an easier prospect.

Both parts of the market cycle present major opportunities for savvy investors.

Can your principles make you richer or poorer? Find out if it pays pick your portfolio based on ethics.

This funding is one of the forces that drives capital market valuations.

If you think holding a few different stocks is enough, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise.

This controversial strategy is blamed for making and breaking markets. Read on to learn more.

With an appropriate filter, you can ride the waters to rising profits.

You can't win if you don't keep score. Read on to learn how to measure your returns.

Here are the answers to all the questions you have about stock exchanges but are too afraid to ask!

This strategy is not as complex as some investment gurus would like you to believe.

Find out how this approach reduces risk and costs so you can maximize your portfolio return.

Investing overseas begins with a determination of the risk of the country's investment climate.

Learn how a foray into CDOs and other exotic products ruined an industry's image.

Find out how to structure your portfolio so you can maximize returns.

This asset's appeal dates back thousands of years. Find out whether it can live up to the hype.

Find out how to protect your assets so you can live out your dreams in style.

Learn how to take a hands-off approach to your portfolio without sticking your head in the sand.

No one rings a bell when the bear market's over, but that doesn't mean there's no way to predict a bottom.

Use a global view to determine which stocks belong in your portfolio.

Investors can learn a lot, or very little, from these indicators once they know how to use them.

These two options have many similar characteristics, but it's the differences that are important.

Learn which stocks to watch and which to avoid when the Dow starts to sink.

Putting your goals in writing will help you achieve them more consistently.

Historically, stocks provide the highest returns - but only under certain conditions.

Going global may help increase your portfolio return but is the unique risk worth it?

Exchange-traded notes have many benefits, but they may not be suited to risk-averse investors.

Find out how average investors are breaking into what was once reserved for the ultra rich.

This trendline-like technical analysis tool has been around for decades - but it still works.

Find out why the convenient, customizable UMA should be the next big thing in managed money.

Global Industry Classification Standards and the Industrial Classification Benchmark separate stocks into sectors.

The RS strategy seems counterintuitive, but there is evidence to show that it works.

Timber's low correlation to other asset classes can enhance your portfolio's growth.