Markets Articles

Governments in the eurozone have been cutting almost everything these days. Discover if the strategy is working.

Health insurance companies work a little differently than most companies. Here's what you need to know as an investor.

Balance is the key when selecting an all-ETF portfolio that will hedge against market volatility.

Despite Greece's large sovereign debt, the Greek stock market has performed well in 2012. Find out why.

These funds are a relatively new product to most investors, but they could be what you need for increased returns.

Find out if speculators are controlling the price of commodities and using exchange-traded funds to do it.

Many international companies see no need to have fully-listed shares trading on U.S. exchanges.

The increase in communications technology has companies competing in a global market.

Learn how to do your own stock analysis and become a wiser investor.

Find out how these specialized ETFs can give your portfolio the punch it needs.

Gain insight into how a trader/programmer approaches the task of designing a trading system.

This rare metal is being used in the industry more and more. See how you can get exposure.

The rewards of using LEAP call options can be a lower cost of capital, higher leverage and no risk of margin calls.

Average and cautious investors can experience lower risk with ETFs - a safer alternative to swaps and derivatives.

In 2010 China became the world's second largest economy, yet some analysts see problems ahead. Find out why.

Tracking errors tend to be small, but they can still adversely affect your returns. Learn how to protect against them.

Individuals contemplating the purchase of government bonds need to understand the risks of bond investing.

As an emerging markets investor, there are some traps to be aware of. Learn what to watch out for.

The EAGLE designation serves to let you know that these particular countries are worth investing in.

Here are a few ideas for those people who don't see any available funds for investing.

Both indexes include the same stocks, but their weightings give them very different properties.

Learn how to find stocks that are both eco-friendly and profitable.

ETFs have lower costs than index funds, but the cost to buy and sell can be more expensive.

Hedge against rising energy prices and diversify your portfolio with these funds.

Intelligent ETFs are innovative funds that pursue above-average returns and can be similar to actively managed mutual funds.

Baffled by exchange rates? Wonder why some currencies fluctuate while others are pegged? This article has the answers.

Income funds don't have to be bonds, there are plenty to choose from. Read up on the types of income funds and whether they fit your investment needs.

Stocks that go down must come up, right? Wrong. We bust this myth and four other common market misconceptions.

Hedging against currency risk can add a level of safety to your offshore investments.

Learn how to evaluate a company's performance using metrics such as ROE, EPS and P/E ratio.

While outsourcing has preserved capital for many companies, it could be damaging to American industry.

ETNs offer yet another way to track an index. Find out what they have to offer, and what's at stake.

Increase your returns by creating the right balance of both these risk measures.

Think beyond your borders to reduce the impact of local market downturns.

Investing in sovereign credit can be a dicey affair. Learn if you should take the risk.

Find out the size and causes of ETF tracking errors and which funds are at risk.

Learn about the history of the World Economic Forum and the issues driving the 2012 conference in Davos.

The euro was designed to create economic parity among eurozone nations. Discover where it's going and where it's been.

Providing information on stocks that would otherwise not be available, fee-based research plays an important but complicated role in the market.

Narrowing down your choices is the first step to finding a winning fund.

We list some options other than mutual funds for your retirement plan.

Actively managed ETFs offer increased earnings, but are the cons worth the potential payoff?

Comparing the structure of mutual funds and ETFs can help you decide which is right for your portfolio.

Learn which countries are included in the PIIGS and why they are grouped together.

Discover the advantages of a security that tracks bond index funds, but trades like a stock.

These four major currencies have seen some wild swings in the floating market since 1990.

Learn which country has the strictest rules on mutual fund construction and why.

We look at where the Strait of Hormuz is and what it has to do with oil prices.

Learn how ETFs have become the most popular investment vehicle in less than 20 years.

Get the full story on this asset class before you write it off as too risky.

Because of Europe's dependence on Middle East oil, an embargo is likely to not lead to any changes.

Confused by all of the new acronyms used by the media to describe the European debt crisis? We can help.

These funds offer a very hands-off experience for the low-involvement investor.

Sometimes words just aren't enough. Learn about ETFs with this easy-to-understand infographic.

As the sovereign debt problems of Europe stretch on into another year, will they ever go away?

Have a rewarding new year by investing in these currencies.

Net streaming is new, unmarked territory where rules are still being made. Netflix' future could be bright.

Wise traders rely on indicators that show a trend in volume, because without supportive volume, a price movement has no conviction.

The sudden change in leadership in North Korea brings even more uncertainty to the markets.

Thinking about getting into ETFs? We tell you what to watch out for, what benefits there are and the different types of ETFs.

Excited about probable IPOs for 2012? We tell you about a few to watch out for.

Italy is in the spotlight amid the eurozone crisis. Discover why and if the problems can be fixed.

Diversifying can mean not only investing in various asset classes but also venturing beyond domestic exchanges.

Find out how fixed-income investments evolved in the past century and what it means today.

These funds burst onto the scene in 1993 and have continued to provide new opportunities for investors since.

These countries have significant trading relationships with European countries, and could feel the brunt of a euro collapse.

Find out how you can maintain your income stream by using this type of bond strategy.

These unofficial forecasts hold the potential for insider insight - and investment risk.

Back in the day, parents or grandparents used to buy children savings bonds. Today, it may be shares in an ETF.

The Sun Drop Diamond was auctioned on November 15 for $10.9 million. How does that compare to other expensive diamonds that have been sold?

Investing doesn't have to be difficult. These popular ETFs make it easy to invest.

Ultra ETFs can add huge returns to your portfolio, but there's a lot of risk and volatility involved with these leveraged ETFs.

ETFs are an investment product of choice. Learn how the buy-and-hold investor can profit from them.

ETF success relies on the index with which it's paired. Discover three index genres for tracking average market performance.

There are a lot of ETF options, but not all have staying power. Learn what happens when an ETF fails.

Emerging markets like India are fast becoming engines for future growth. Find out how to get in on the ground floor.

These investments can add a new level of diversification to your portfolio.

These funds trade like stocks, provide diversification, reduce risk and increase returns.

This investment requires keeping an eye on consumer indexes and the overall health of the economy.

Of the hundreds of exchange-traded funds on the market, some are bound to fail. Learn how to pick the best of the bunch.

When done right, small-cap investing can improve the performance of your portfolio without adding a great degree of risk.

Add some sparkle to your portfolio by getting in on this classic commodity.

Investors seeking to preserve capital in volatile markets might want to consider large-cap stocks.

Forex trades are subject to receiving interest or being debited interest if positions are held overnight.

Gold ETFs are at bargain prices. Here are the five best performers to add to your portfolio.

The investing public doesn't like these five ETFs, and it looks like the current costs of running the funds might put them six feet under.

Achieve your investing goals with this simple process.

Exchange-traded funds provide unique opportunities for investors. Find out how.

Leveraged ETFs can result in large gains, but also huge losses. Is it worth your time and money to look into them?

ETFs contain all of the characteristics that make them the perfect investment opportunity for young investors.

Learn how to use revenue and expenses, among other factors, to break down and analyze a company.

What people buy and where they shop can provide valuable information about the economy.

A look at the five varieties of EPS and what each represents can help an investor determine whether a company is a good value, or not.

These target-date funds provide asset allocation and rebalancing at a low cost.

Reduce your stock portfolio's risk by trading with foreign currencies.

Investors use these four measures to determine a stock's worth. Find out how to use them.

Emerging markets are risky, but the rewards they can create make them a worthy addition to any portfolio.