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Brazil Falling Back: Is It Time To Buy?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:00:09 -0400

For the last decade, Brazil has been an emerging super power, building in infrastructure and opportunities for nearly 40 million impoverished citizens to work their way into the middle class. But a shift is working its way through the economy; rising inflation, debt, and a weakening currency have stripped many in the middle class of that title. The tension boiled over last week when a small protest against bus-fare increases was brutally squashed by the police force, and now people have taken to the street in droves to protest their government’s spending practices [see Single Country ETFs: Everything Investors Need To Know]. Over 30,000 people marched in in Rio de Janeiro Monday night and more in other major cities. President Dilma Rousseff is at her lowest approval rating ever and World Cup officials are reportedly debating if Brazil can handle the massive game set for next year. Once an obvious choice for investors, Brazil [...]

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Homebuilders ETFs Rise Despite Housing Data

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:00:07 -0400

Wall Street got off to a relatively strong start this week, though investors kept their focus primarily on the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting. In other economic news, the housing industry came into focus as hombuilder sentiment, building permits and housing starts were reported. The NAHB/Wells Fargo homebuilder sentiment index soared to 52 in June, marking the first reading above 50 since April 2006 and the biggest jump since 2002. Building permits and housing starts data, however, were somewhat underwhelming [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Building Permits and Housing Starts Miss the Mark The Census Bureau reported that building permits came in at 0.97 million permits for the month of May, slightly below analysts’ expectations of 0.98 million permits. In the previous recording, building permits came in well above expectations, with the metric coming in at 1.02 million compared to the forecasted 0.94 million. Yesterday’s housing starts data [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: XLI Rallies Alongside Industrials, VOX Pops

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:33:20 -0400

Bullish momentum returned on Wall Street today, pushing equities to the highest levels in almost three weeks as the Federal Reserve kicked off their two-day meeting to discuss its bond-buying program. In economic news, the consumer price index for May rose 0.1%, slightly below expectations. On the housing front, building permits fell in May, while housing starts rose 6.8% to 914,000 units, missing analysts’ expectations of a 950,000 figure [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: XLI Rallies Alongside Industrials, VOX Pops As investors turned their attention to the Fed, all three major U.S. equity indexes rallied to close in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF rose 0.87%, after its underlying index rallied 138.38 points. The S&P 500 ETF gained 0.79%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF rose 0.81%. In Europe, markets were mixed ahead of the Fed’s press conference; the Stoxx Europe 600 slipped 0.1%. Meanwhile, Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average fell [...]

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Alternative Energy ETFs Battle For Inflows: PBW vs. TAN

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:00:35 -0400

Alternative energy has been a hot button issue for the last 50 year,s and investors have always found a way to play this heated market. In the last decade, there has been the launch of a number of ETFs that offer a specialized basket of products for alternative energy exposure, with 12 of these funds still in operation today. Below we outline two green energy ETFs that have been battling for investor attention since inception: Powershares WilderHill Clean Energy Portfolio and Guggenheim Solar ETF [Download How To Pick The Right ETF Every Time]. Meet the Competitors Holding between $172 million and $107 million in total assets under management each, these funds are easily the largest green energy funds currently on the market. PBW holds a mix of companies that are focused on greener and generally renewable sources of energy, as well as technologies that facilitate cleaner energy. TAN, on the other hand, [...]

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How To Read An Options Table

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:00:07 -0400

With more information available and the ability to quickly trade options online, investors are becoming savvier with using options to speculate, hedge and create their own financial strategies using a combination of ETFs, options and other assets. Options are financial products that fluctuate based on an underlying asset, such as an ETF. The value of the option is determined by multiple factors, including the amount of time until the option expires, volatility in the underlying asset and the proximity of the option’s strike price to the underlying asset’s price. Option pricing models also give us “Greeks”- values used to determine how the underlying asset and option price are related. Learning to read an options table will provide more insight into these concepts and how they relate to option value. Be sure to also read What Every ETF Investor Needs To Know About Options for an introduction to options. Information Sources The [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: XHB Pops On Homebuilder Data, EWG Jumps On Bundesbank Outlook

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:30:31 -0400

U.S. equities got off to a relatively strong start as investors turned their attention to the Federal Reserve meeting later this week. In economic news, the New York Fed’s Empire State manufacturing index rose to 7.84 in June, indicating an expansion; analysts had expected a reading of zero. In a separate report, the NAHB/Wells Fargo homebuilder sentiment index soared to 52 in June, marking the first reading above 50 since April 2006 and the biggest jump since 2002 [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: XHB Pops On Homebuilder Data, EWG Jumps On Bundesbank Outlook Recovering from earlier lows, all three major U.S. equity indexes rallied to close in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF rose 0.74%, after its underlying index logged in its fifth-consecutive triple-digit move. The S&P 500 ETF gained 0.78%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF rose 0.94%. In Europe, markets were broadly higher after Germany’s central bank reported [...]

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Active ETFs: Biggest Winners & Losers YTD

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:00:30 -0400

Active ETFs have grown in popularity over the last decade as a great alternative to the traditional assets. With the hands-on approach of a mutual fund but the aggressively cheaper price tag, these ETFs have been a strong hold in previous market conditions and today. With the end of the second quarter just around the corner, investors who are curious about this hybrid investment strategy should take a moment to look back at the best performing actively managed funds so far this year. [For updates on all new ETFs, sign up for the free ETFdb newsletter]. Below, we look at a handful of actively managed ETFs that have surpassed all others since the beginning of 2013: TrimTabs Float Shrink ETF UP 22.66%: This fund’s goal is to generate long-term returns in excess of the Russell 3000 Index while avoiding the volatility that can arise in the index. By investing in stocks with liquidity [...]

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Consumer ETFs: 3 Things To Consider

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:00:14 -0400

Exchange-traded funds have taken the market by storm, with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management across more than 3,000 securities. These ETFs provide everyday investors with exposure to previously inaccessible corners of the market, while enabling them to build a diversified and low-fee stock portfolio both quickly and easily [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Consumer ETFs have become a popular way for investors to hedge a portfolio due to the relatively stable nature of consumer spending. For example, there’s little question that consumers will continue buying toilet paper from companies like Procter & Gamble Inc. (PG) or Kimberly Clark Corporation (KMB), even if the economy turns south. What’s the Appeal? Consumer spending drives approximately 70% of the U.S. gross domestic product (“GDP”), according to data from the World Bank, making consumer stocks an integral part of any diversified stock portfolio. But with so many moving parts [...]

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ETFdb Weekly Watchlist: EWG, VXX, VIS Hinge On German Sentiment, The Fed And Manufacturing Data

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:00:05 -0400

Volatility returned on Wall Street last week, as investors digested a slew of economic news and data. Standard & Poor’s Rating Services raised its outlook for the nation’s credit from negative to stable, leading many to once again speculate when the central bank might scale back its bond-buying program. Meanwhile, the Labor Department reported that weekly jobless claims declined to the lowest level in almost five years. This week, investors will once again see many economic reports. Below, we outline three ETFs that should see a fair amount of activity during the week ahead [see also The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]: 1. MSCI Germany Index Fund Why EWG Will Be In Focus: This fund is designed to measure the performance of the German equity market, and it is home to over $3.9 billion in total assets. EWG will come into focus on Tuesday as data on Germany’s economic sentiment is released. Economic [...]

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ETF Pop Quiz: France, Financials, and Floating Rate Bonds

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 09:00:21 -0400

After another week in the global market, the ETFdb pop quiz returns with another round of questions about France, Financials, and Floating Rate Bonds. As always, all answers can be found using the suite of free tools at ETFdb.com, including the ETFdb Categories, ETF screener and the ETF Analyzer. 1. Which ETF has the most exposure to France? 2. Which Active Currency ETF has the highest average volume? 3. Which Financials ETF has the highest yield to date, iShares Down Jones US Broker Dealers Index Fund or KBW Capital Markets Portfolio? 4. Which ETF has the highest 13 week return? 5. Which Floating Rate Bond ETF has the most assets under management? Also test your knowledge with our past Pop Quizes Energy, Engineering, and Emerging Market Bonds Denmark, Diversified Portfolio, and Direxion Currency, Credit Suisse, and Copper Follow me on Twitter @lynpaintzall Disclosure: No positions at time of writing. Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com.Related Posts:No Related Posts

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ETF Insider: New Highs & Lows June 15th Edition

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:00:48 -0400

Here is a look at all of the ETFs that have posted new one-year highs and lows over the past week. Traders can use this list to find prospective candidates that have deviated too far from their longer-term trends, as well as spotting potential reversals. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques. To get access to all ETF Insider recommendations, sign up for a free 14-day trial of ETFdb Pro Pro Membership Required to Continue Reading To continue reading this article, you must be an ETFdb Pro member. Please login or begin your 14-day free trial to continue reading. There are several benefits to becoming an ETFdb Pro member today:Access to 50+ All-ETF model portfolios. Whether you're a long-term, buy-and-hold investor or a more active trader looking to establish a tactical position, our collection of ETFdb Portfolios has something for everyone.ETFdb [...]

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ETF Insider: Sell On The Pop Prospects June 15th Edition

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:00:46 -0400

Here is a look at ETFs that currently offer attractive short selling opportunities. The ETFs included in this list are rated as sell candidates for two reasons; first, each of these funds is deemed to be in a downtrend based on the fact that it is trading below its 200-day and 50-day moving averages, which are popular indicators for gauging long-term and medium-term trends respectively. Second, each of these ETFs is also trading above its 5-day moving average, thereby offering a near-term “sell on the pop” opportunity given the longer-term downtrend at hand. Note that this prospects list also features a liquidity screen by excluding ETFs with average trading volumes below the $100k mark. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques. To get access to all ETF Insider recommendations, sign up for a free 14-day trial of ETFdb Pro Pro Membership [...]

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ETF Insider: Best & Worst Weekly Performers June 15th Edition

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:00:39 -0400

Here is a look at the 25 best and 25 worst ETFs from the past trading week. Traders can use this list to find prospective candidates that have deviated too far from their longer-term trends, as well as spotting potential reversals. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques. To get access to all ETF Insider recommendations, sign up for a free 14-day trial of ETFdb Pro Pro Membership Required to Continue Reading To continue reading this article, you must be an ETFdb Pro member. Please login or begin your 14-day free trial to continue reading. There are several benefits to becoming an ETFdb Pro member today:Access to 50+ All-ETF model portfolios. Whether you're a long-term, buy-and-hold investor or a more active trader looking to establish a tactical position, our collection of ETFdb Portfolios has something for everyone.ETFdb Realtime Ratings show [...]

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ETF Insider: High-Yield Prospects June 15th Edition

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:00:31 -0400

Here is a look at ETFs that currently offer attractive income opportunities. The high-yield candidates included in this list meet two sets of criteria; first, each of these funds is deemed to be a high yield prospect because it boasts an annual dividend yield upwards of 5%. Second, each of these ETFs also boasts over $10 million in total assets under management to help steer investors away from less established funds. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques. To get access to all ETF Insider recommendations, sign up for a free 14-day trial of ETFdb Pro Pro Membership Required to Continue Reading To continue reading this article, you must be an ETFdb Pro member. Please login or begin your 14-day free trial to continue reading. There are several benefits to becoming an ETFdb Pro member today:Access to 50+ All-ETF model portfolios. [...]

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ETF Insider: Buy On The Dip Prospects June 15th Edition

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:00:18 -0400

Here is a look at ETFs that currently offer attractive buying opportunities. The ETFs included in this list are rated as buy candidates for two reasons; first, each of these funds is deemed to be in an uptrend based on the fact that it is trading above its 200-day and 50-day moving averages, which are popular indicators for gauging long-term and medium-term trends, respectively. Second, each of these ETFs is also trading below its five-day moving average, thereby offering a near-term “buy on the dip” opportunity, given the longer-term uptrend at hand. Note that this prospects list also features a liquidity screen by excluding ETFs with average trading volumes below the $100k mark. As always, investors of all experience levels are advised to use stop-loss orders and practice disciplined profit-taking techniques. To get access to all ETF Insider recommendations, sign up for a free 14-day trial of ETFdb Pro. Pro Membership Required [...]

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Ask Russ: On Currencies & Commodities

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:00:17 -0400

US stocks haven’t been the only beneficiary of signs the US economy is recovering, albeit slowly. The US dollar has rallied recently too. It’s no wonder, then, that I’m getting lots of questions from investors about the outlook for the greenback going forward and how this could impact other investments like commodities [for updates on all new ETFs, sign up for the free ETFdb newsletter]. In the seventh of my ongoing series of posts dedicated to questions I receive, I’ve compiled some of these currency and commodity-related queries, along with my answers. If you have an investing-related question you’d like me to answer, please post it in the comments section below. Also, you can check out earlier installments here. Q: What currencies to do you think will change in value (increase relative to the US dollar) in the near future and why? A: I actually expect an even stronger dollar in the [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks End Week In The Red, IXC Slumps Alongside Energy Shares

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:38:51 -0400

U.S. equities finished off a volatile week in the red today, following a slew of mixed economic data and lingering Fed tapering concerns. In economic news, the University of Michigan’s preliminary consumer sentiment reading came in at 82.7, below the 84.5 expectation. In separate reports, producer prices rose more than expected, while the current account deficit widened in Q1. Adding to woes, the IMF revised its U.S. growth outlook for 2013 down to 2.7% [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: Stocks End Week In The Red, IXC Slumps Alongside Energy Shares Closing out a volatile week, all three major U.S. equity indexes fell to close in negative territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF fell 0.75%, as its underlying index logged in its fourth triple-digit move in a row. The S&P 500 ETF shed 0.64%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF lost 0.62%. In Europe, markets were slightly up with the Stoxx Europe [...]

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How ETF Investors Can Play The Gaming Console War

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:00:24 -0400

Sony and Microsoft both announced earlier this Spring that the companies will be releasing new editions of their popular gaming consoles. The Xbox One from Microsoft was announced in late May and has already faced harsh backlash from consumers for a number of changes to the system, but it has also been praised for the new games assigned onto the system. Sony’s PlayStation 4 was recently unveiled at the Electronic Entertainment Expo and while first reactions are more positive than the Xbox’s, not as many details have been given on this updated console. Neither gaming system is set to launch before the end of the summer, instead aiming for the busy holiday shopping season at the end of the year, but this will leave plenty of time for investors to pick their side in the console war [for updates on ETF investing, sign up for the free ETFdb newsletter]. With a stronger [...]

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Credit Suisse Expands Its Commodity ETN Line-Up

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:00:59 -0400

With equity markets dropping returns left and right, Credit Suisse’s new launches in the commodity sector are a bright spot in the otherwise gloomy global market outlook. Looking to gain access to the total commodity space, these two new funds could be a strong portfolio hold for overall commodity market exposure [see ETF Database Launch Center]. Credit Suisse has already launched two new funds earlier this year–the Gold Shares Covered Call ETN and Silver Shares Covered Call ETN –and these two new ETNs will offer a wider range of commodity exposure through different investment strategies [also see Sector ETFs: Biggest Winners & Losers YTD]. Credit Suisse Commodity Benchmark ETN : This fund will offer exclusively long exposure to a monthly re-balanced portfolio of rolling futures contracts on a wide range of physical commodities, including energy, livestock, agriculture, and both industrial and precious metals. The commodities included in the index are determined based on [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: FXG Pops On Safeway Acquisition, XLF Rallies

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:47:15 -0400

Wiping out the previous session’s losses, U.S. equities rallied to close near session highs today following several upbeat economic reports. The Labor Department reported that weekly jobless claims declined 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 334,000, the lowest level in nearly five years. In a separate report, retail sales in May increased 0.6%, marginally higher than the 0.4% forecast. The Commerce Department also reported a 0.3% uptick in business inventories [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: FXG Pops On Safeway Acquisition, XLF Rallies Following today’s upbeat U.S. economic reports, all three major U.S. equity indexes rallied to close in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF rose 1.27%, after its underlying index soared over 180 points. The S&P 500 ETF gained 1.52%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF popped 1.27%. In Europe, markets were slightly lower with the Stoxx Europe 600 falling less than 0.1%. Meanwhile, Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average tumbled 6.4% to [...]

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Retail ETFs Holding Near Highs After Sales Data Offers Encouragement

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:57:26 -0400

Stocks kicked off today’s session with a rally thanks to encouraging M&A activity along with upbeat economic data. Shares of Safeway popped upwards of 8% as the bellwether U.S. grocery chain announced it is selling its Canadian stores; the bulls also appreciated the latest retail sales report, which came in just above analysts’ expectations [see The Best Dividend ETF For Every Investment Objective]. May Retail Sales Better-Than-Expected The U.S. Census Bureau report from this morning showed an uptick in retail sales growth over the past month, helping to add fundamental fuel to the ongoing rally on Wall Street. May retail sales totaled roughly $421.1 billion, marking a 0.6% increase from last month’s reading, and also surpassing analysts’ estimates of 0.5%. Sales data was largely bolstered by a surge in auto demand; in fact, excluding auto sales, May retail sales increased by only 0.3% [see also 5 Reasons Not to Flee Non-US [...]

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7 Articles ETF Investors Must Read: 6/13

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:00:29 -0400

Volatility returned on Wall Street this week, as lingering worries of Fed tapering dominated the market. Standard & Poor’s Rating Services announced its revision for the U.S., raising its outlook for the nation’s credit from negative to stable, leading many to once again speculate when the central bank might scale back its bond-buying program. In other economic news, the Bank of Japan kept its key interest rate and asset-buying program unchanged, a sign that economic recovery may be picking up. Investors also kept a close eye on the German Constitutional Court’s two-day hearing on the constitutionality of the European Central Bank’s bond-buying program [see Single Country ETFs: Everything Investors Need To Know]. Below, we highlight seven insightful articles circulating around the financial space this week: Easy money is a future tax on Americans (Breitbart) Traders may be too bearish on Apple (DownTownTrader) Investors flee emerging market equities (Quartz) Preferred shares take a nosedive, time to buy? [...]

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Sector ETFs: Biggest Winners & Losers YTD

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:00:26 -0400

The last six months have seen both the highest and lowest points in a variety of markets, and a flurry of economic data and announcements have promised to keep the rest of the year just as interesting. As we approach the halfway point for 2013, investors should take a moment to look back at the best performing market sectors so far this year. [For updates on all new ETFs, sign up for the free ETFdb newsletter]. Below, we look at a handful of market sectors that have surpassed all others since the beginning of 2013, and highlight some ETFs that can take advantage of these sectors (note that inverse and leveraged ETFs are excluded from this list): Alternative Energy: With the general downward trend of crude oil, the exploration and rising use of natural gas has been a huge benefit to the energy equities sector through the last six months. More traditional [...]

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Thursday’s ETF Chart To Watch: SPY Uptrend In Focus Ahead Of Weekly Jobless Data

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:00:11 -0400

With no major economic data releases taking place yesterday, the markets made way for the bears, and profit-taking pressures resurfaced as stimulus hopes loom over Wall Street. Adding to the list of reasons to lock in profit was worse-than-expected federal budget data, which showed a deficit of $139 billion compared to the previous reading of $125 billion. Our ETF to watch for today is the popular SPDR S&P 500 , which will fight to stay in its steep trading channel while investors digest the latest weekly employment report. Analysts are expecting for weekly jobless claims to come in at 350,000, a slight deterioration from last week’s reading of 346,000 [see The Best Dividend ETF For Every Investment Objective]. Chart Analysis Consider SPY’s one-year daily performance chart below. SPY has been trading within a fairly well-defined steep upward-sloping channel (blue lines) since breaking above its 200-day moving average (yellow line) in mid-November of [...]

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5 Reasons Not to Flee Non-US Dividend Stocks

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:00:07 -0400

“Is it time to flee dividend stocks?” That’s what many investors are asking me amid the recent rise in bond yields. My answer: Don’t abandon dividend stocks but be selective. I’ve long been advocating that investors searching for yield should look abroad for dividend income, and I continue to stand by that call. Here are five reasons why [For more ETF analysis, make sure to sign up for our free ETF newsletter or try a free seven-day trial to ETFdb Pro]: Over the long term, dividend paying stocks tend to outperform in both bull and bear markets, according to BlackRock research [see 5 Important ETF Lessons In Pictures]. International dividend income still looks good compared to the alternatives. Even with the recent increase in bond yields, non-US dividend companies still offer more enticing yields than fixed income and US dividend counterparts. International dividend equities are currently offering 12-month yields of around 3.0% to 4.0% — higher yields [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: Dow Falls Below 15,000, XLY Slumps, TUR Jumps

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:56:41 -0400

It was another choppy trading session on Wall Street today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average posting its first three-day losing streak in 2013 and closing below 15,000 level. With no major economic news on tap for today, investors turned their attention once again to Fed tapering, with many speculating when exactly the central bank will begin scaling back bond purchases. And as Fed concerns heightened, investors put pressure on the U.S. dollar, which fell as low as $95.16 against the yen earlier in the session [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: Dow Falls Below 15,000, XLY Slumps, TUR Jumps After yet another volatile session, all three major U.S. equity indexes fell to close in negative territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF shed 0.89%, after its underlying index fell more than 126 points to close below the 15,000 level. The S&P 500 ETF fell 0.83%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF slipped [...]

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Turkey ETF (TUR) In Focus Amid Protests

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:00:33 -0400

Turkey has long been heralded for its unique East-meets-West culture, as well as its attractive growth potential and geostrategic importance. In recent days, however, massive strings of protests and civil unrest have put investors on edge about the emerging economy. In a statement on Tuesday, Turkish officials emphasized the negative impacts to the country’s reputation and financial stability that they say these protests have caused [see Single Country ETFs: Everything Investors Need To Know]. Investors have been quick to respond to these events; Turkish equities have tumbled and the country’s domestic currency, the lira, has come under tremendous pressure, forcing Turkey’s central bank to implement short-term monetary policies to stabilize the lira. And while the scope and severity of these protests are still unknown, investors may want to take advantage of the recent pullback – if they are willing to stomach the risk. Is It Time To Buy The Turkey ETF? [...]

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U.S. Real Estate ETFs Battle For Inflows: IYR vs. ICF vs. RWR

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:00:57 -0400

With the economic turnaround in the U.S. gaining momentum, real estate investments were among the first to come back. They were also among the first funds to be crushed in the financial crisis, but as home sales and prices are heading up for the first time in five years, real estate is being pulled back into investors’ portfolios. Those looking for current income should not shy away from this market; these securities must pay out 90% of their income to shareholders in order to avoid taxation at the corporate level. Below we outline three U.S. real estate ETFs that have been battling for investor attention: iShares Dow Jones US Real Estate Index Fund , iShares Cohen & Steers Realty Majors Index Fund and SPDR Dow Jones REIT ETF [Download How To Pick The Right ETF Every Time]. Meet the Competitors Holding between $2.2 billion and $5.4 billion in total assets under management each, these [...]

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Wednesday’s ETF Chart To Watch: FXA Potential Reversal Ahead Of Aussie Employment

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 04:00:24 -0400

The bears resurfaced on Wall Street after Japanese policymakers said there was no need to expand monetary stimulus immediately, which in turn scared away many who are fearful the Fed will soon start to scale back on bond-repurchases at home. On the data front, the NFIB small business sentiment index came in at 94.4, jumping ahead of last month’s reading of 92.1. Our ETF to watch for today is the CurrencyShares Australian Dollar Trust , which will look to pump the breaks on its downfall ahead of the Australian monthly employment report slated for release later this evening. Analysts are expecting for the unemployment rate to tick higher to 5.6% along with a loss of 10,000 jobs [see The Best Dividend ETFs For Every Investment Objective]. Chart Analysis Consider FXA’s four-year daily performance chart below. We’re taking a really big-picture approach with this chart because FXA’s recent price action brings into [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: VXX Spikes On BOJ Worries, KBE Slumps

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:30:28 -0400

U.S. equities were in for a wild ride today, as investors digested the Bank of Japan’s latest monetary policy decision. The BOJ announced that it will keep its key interest rate and asset-buying program unchanged, a sign that economic recovery may be picking up. Meanwhile, investors turned their attention to the start of the German Constitutional Court’s two-day hearing that will question the legality of the European Central Bank’s bond-buying program [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: VXX Spikes On BOJ Worries, KBE Slumps After a choppy trading session, all three major U.S. equity indexes fell to close in negative territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF shed 0.66%, after its underlying index fell more than 150 points near the open. The S&P 500 ETF fell 1.03%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF slipped 1.05%. In Europe, markets were lower, with the Stoxx Europe 600 shedding 1.2%. Meanwhile, Asian equities tumbled following the [...]

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What Every ETF Investor Needs To Know About Options

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:00:08 -0400

ETFs have become a staple product in the investing landscape; with more than 1,400 ETFs to choose from, there is one, or several, that provides access to almost every type of financial product available. While this diverse group of ETFs can provide exposure to a specific niche within the economy, the ETF may be too risky, or not volatile enough to suit an individual’s needs. By combining options with ETF trading, investors can fine tune their financial goals, through reducing risk, increasing exposure, or creating a synthetic position not available by purchasing ETFs alone [Download 101 ETF Lessons Every Financial Advisor Should Learn]. What Are Options? An option is the ability to buy or sell an underlying instrument such as a stock or ETF, at a pre-defined price (strike price) within a certain time frame (by the expiration date). One option provides access to 100 shares. If you believe a stock will rise [...]

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Visual Risk Analysis Of The MSCI BRIC Index Fund (BKF)

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:00:48 -0400

When it comes to emerging market exposure, no region is more popular than BRIC, as this corner of the market is home to the largest and some of the fastest growing economies in the world. But while Brazil, Russia, India, and China have flourished over the years, investors have recently witnessed a somewhat troubling slowdown in these once booming nations. As such, investors have begun to question the potential in this once lucrative bloc, leading many to shy away from investing in broad-based products that capture the entire BRIC region [see Single Country ETFs: Everything Investors Need To Know]. For those who still want to establish exposure to BRIC economies but are struggling between choosing broad-based funds and country-specific ETFs, we take a closer look under the hood of each strategy: How the MSCI BRIC Index Fund Stacks Up Against Country-Specific Funds The chart below illustrates the differences between risk/return profiles among the biggest BRIC country-specific ETFs [...]

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Tuesday’s ETF Chart To Watch: EWJ In Focus After BoJ Rate Decision

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:00:45 -0400

Major equity benchmarks kicked off the week with a whimper, even after S&P upgraded its outlook on the United States. Stocks largely inched higher after rating agency Standard & Poor’s bumped up its U.S. sovereign debt rating from negative to stable, helping to add fundamental fuel to the ongoing rally on Wall Street. Our ETF to watch for today is the MSCI Japan Index Fund , which could swing wildly in either direction at the opening bell as investors react to the overnight Bank of Japan interest rate decision. Analysts are expecting for the benchmark rate to remain unchanged; however, any commentary regarding future changes to monetary policy should offer valuable insights as to which way the Nikkei could swing next [see The Best Dividend ETF For Every Investment Objective]. Chart Analysis Consider EWJ’s one-year daily performance chart below. Since breaking out past its 200-day moving average (yellow line) in December [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: Google Pushes FDN Higher, CHIQ Slumps On Chinese Data

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:41:00 -0400

U.S. equities struggled to find a definitive direction today, as investors seemingly took a breather from last week’s sharp rally. In economic news, Standard & Poor’s Rating Services announced its revision for the U.S., raising its outlook for the nation’s credit from negative to stable. And with no other major economic news on tap today, investors shifted their focus once again to when the Fed might scale back its massive bond-buying program [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: Google Pushes FDN Higher, CHIQ Slumps On Chinese Data After a choppy trading session, only one major U.S. equity index managed to close in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF slipped 0.07%, after its underlying index rallied more than 200 points during Friday’s session. The S&P 500 ETF ended flat, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF inched 0.01% higher. In Europe, markets were slightly lower after Italy’s first quarter GDP was revised to show [...]

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Emerging Market ETFs: Biggest Winners & Losers YTD

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:00:33 -0400

Emerging markets have captivated investors for almost a decade when developed markets became a yield-barren investment. After years of pushing the limits of GDP growth and infrastructure spending, some emerging countries are finally losing steam. With the added stabilization in the European Union and U.S., investors have been abandoning their emerging holds in favor of past domestic strategies. But investors seeking a strong emerging strategy are not out of luck; a number of emerging economies have continued to push the limit for returns in 2013 [For updates on all new ETFs, sign up for the free ETFdb newsletter]. Below, we highlight a handful of emerging market ETFs that have surpassed all others since the beginning of 2013 (note that inverse and leveraged ETFs are excluded from this list): Market Vectors Indonesia Small-Cap ET , Up 39.7%: By tracking the performance of the Indonesian small-cap market segment, this fund has taken off in the [...]

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ETFdb Weekly Watchlist: DXJ, EU, XRT Hinge On BoJ, German Court Ruling, And Consumer Data

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:00:37 -0400

Wall Street was in for some volatile trading sessions last week, as a mixed bag of economic reports weighed heavily on the markets. The Institute for Supply Management’s index of manufacturing activity unexpectedly contracted in May, marking its first decline in six months, while the ADP private sector jobs report grossly missed analyst expectations. Non-farm payrolls did, however, surpass expectations, while the unemployment rate rose slightly to a disappointing 7.6% reading for May. This week, investors will once again see many economic reports. Below, we outline three ETFs that should see a fair amount of activity during the week ahead [see also The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]: 1. Japan Hedged Equity Fund Why DXJ Will Be In Focus: This fund is designed to provide exposure to equity securities in Japan, while at the same time hedging exposure to fluctuations between the value of the U.S. dollar and and the Japanese yen. Investors [...]

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ETF Pop Quiz: Energy, Engineering, and Emerging Market Bonds

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 09:00:25 -0400

After another week in the global market, the ETFdb pop quiz returns with another round of questions about Energy, Engineering, and Emerging Market Bonds. As always, all answers can be found using the suite of free tools at ETFdb.com, including the ETFdb Categories, ETF screener and the ETF Analyzer. 1. Which Energy ETF has the highest trading volume, the United States Natural Gas Fund or Oil Fund? 2. Which provider has the most ETFs on the market? 3. Which ETF has unparalleled exposure to the Engineering and Construction industry? 4. Which Commission Free ETF has the highest three year performance? 5. Which Emerging Market Bond ETF has the lowest yield to date? Also test your knowledge with our past Pop Quizes Denmark, Diversified Portfolio, and Direxion Currency, Credit Suisse, and Copper Brazil, Banks, and Buy/Write Follow me on Twitter @lynpaintzall Disclosure: No positions at time of writing. Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com.Related Posts:No Related Posts

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ETF Insider: Sell On The Pop Prospects June 8th Edition

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:00:24 -0400

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ETF Insider: High-Yield Prospects June 8th Edition

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:00:20 -0400

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ETF Insider: Buy On The Dip Prospects June 8th Edition

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:00:11 -0400

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What the Flows Show: No “Sell in May” for ETF Investors

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:00:20 -0400

BY DODD KITTSLEY, CFA, Head of Global ETP Market Trends Research What a difference 31 days can make. In my last post on month-end trends in exchange traded product (ETP) flows, I wrote that investor sentiment in April had cooled, giving way to a significant slowdown in global ETP inflows (a mere $9.2 billion, versus the average $23.2 billion of monthly inflows experienced in the first quarter of this year). Discouraged by less positive economic growth forecasts, investors seemed to be backing off from the market – and those that did participate acted in a decidedly risk-off manner [for more ETF analysis, make sure to sign up for our free ETF newsletter]. Apparently this cautionary period was only temporary as May flows painted a much more confident picture. Despite a last-minute dip, ETP inflows in May finished the month at $26.5 billion, up substantially from April’s number. And while April’s subdued activity wasn’t enough to [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks End Week On A Strong Note, XLI Rallies

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:49:59 -0400

U.S. equities ended the week on a strong note as investors weighed labor data against the possibility of the Fed maintaining its bond-buying program over the next few months. In economic news, the Labor Department reported that the U.S. added 175,000 jobs in May, slightly above analysts’ expectations. The unemployment rate, however, ticked higher from 7.5% to 7.6%, leading many investors to think that the central bank will continue its current stimulus measures [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: Stocks End Week On A Strong Note, XLI Rallies Following today’s U.S. unemployment report, all three major U.S. equity indexes rallied to close in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF gained 1.38% after its underlying index shot up more than 200 points. The S&P 500 ETF rose 1.25%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF rallied 1.41%. In Europe, markets were broadly higher; the Stoxx Europe 600 rose 1.3%. Meanwhile, Asian equities were mostly [...]

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ETF Bear Call Spread Options Strategy Explained

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 09:00:59 -0400

Exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) provide investors with an easy way to reach nearly every corner of the stock market. Those that wish to implement targeted strategies may want to consider enhancing their ETF investing with equity/stock options. These tools make it easier to control risk and better generate profits during almost any market condition [see ETF Call And Put Options Explained]. In this article, we’ll take a look at the bear call spread strategy, which lets investors control risk and profit from moderately bearish market conditions. What Is a Bear Call Spread Strategy? Suppose that you believe that the S&P 500 SPDR will fall over the next month, but you’re not quite sure enough to short sell the stock. After all, short selling involves assuming the risk of unlimited losses if the index rises in value. One way to bet on a decline in SPY’s value with a very controlled risk-to-reward [...]

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ProShares Files For Credit Default Swap ETFs, iShares Expands Target Maturity ETFs

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:00:25 -0400

During a down week in the market, ETF issuers iShares and ProShares both filed paperwork with the SEC to add more funds to their already successful portfolios. With ProShares focusing on creating eight new funds for the purest way to play credit default swaps (CDSs) and iShares expanding its corporate term ETFs with four new funds, this fall may see a number of new options for ETF investors [see ETF Database Launch Center]. ProShares is looking to grow its portfolio with new CDS ETFs focusing on both North American and European credit risk through investment grade and high yield issues. The specific differences between all eight funds are outlined in the SEC filing [also check out the Visual History Of The Dow Jones Industrial Average]. ProShares CDS Long North American HY Credit ETF ProShares CDS Short North American HY Credit ETF ProShares CDS Long North American IG Credit ETF ProShares CDS Short North American [...]

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Friday’s ETF Chart To Watch: TLT Gears Up To Rally Ahead Of Jobs Data

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:13 -0400

Major equity indexes oscillated between minor gains and losses for the most part on Thursday as traders moved in and out of positions ahead of today’s employment report, which will come under the microscope. Investors will scrutinize this month’s employment data moreso than previous releases seeing as how the Fed has hinted at potentially starting to scale back on stimulus if economic data continues to improve [see also The Cheapest ETF For Every Investment Objective]. As such, our ETF to watch for the day is the Barclays 20 Year Treasury Bond Fund , which could whiplash in either direction as stimulus hopes swoop in and out, depending on the latest employment data. Analysts are expecting for the unemployment rate to remain at 7.5%, while nonfarm payrolls are expected to come in at 164,000 compared to last month’s reading of 165,000. Chart Analysis Consider TLT’s one-year daily performance chart below. Since peaking at [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: FXY Pops As Dollar Tumbles, XLU Rallies

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:35:57 -0400

It was a volatile session on Wall Street today ahead of tomorrow’s highly anticipated U.S. employment report. In economic news, the Labor Department reported that initial claims for unemployment benefits declined last week to a seasonally adjusted 346,000, in line with expectations. A sharp drop in the dollar against the Japanese yen sent equities into a tailspin; stocks did, however, manage to rally in the final hour of trading, sliding into positive territory [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: FXY Pops as Dollar Tumbles, XLU Rallies Ahead of tomorrow’s U.S. unemployment report, all three major U.S. equity indexes managed to close in positive territory. The S&P 500 ETF rose 0.90% after its underlying index briefly dropped below 1,600. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF gained 0.63%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF rose 0.51%. In Europe, markets were broadly lower after the ECB cut its forecast for the eurozone economy this year. The Stoxx [...]

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7 Articles ETF Investors Must Read: 6/6

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:00:11 -0400

U.S. markets got off to a relatively good start this month, with equities rallying into positive territory during the final minutes of Monday’s trading session. A slew of underwhelming economic reports, however, quickly put the brakes on bullish momentum. The Institute for Supply Managements index of manufacturing activity unexpectedly contracted in May, marking its first decline in six months, while Wednesday’s ADP private sector jobs report grossly missed analysts’ expectations. Investors will be continuing to weigh these disappointing U.S. reports against the likelihood of the Fed scaling back its massive bond-buying program in the near future [see Single Country ETFs: Everything Investors Need To Know]. Below, we highlight seven insightful articles circulating around the financial space this week: The slide in U.S. Treasury Bond prices may be signaling a future move by the Fed (Global Money Trends) Common trading mistakes you may be making, and tips on how to avoid them (NAS Trading) [...]

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Which Pharmaceutical ETF Is Leading In Inflows? PJP vs. IHE vs. XPH

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 07:00:28 -0400

The U.S.’s growing aging population has made pharmaceutical spending a significant portion of our nation’s GDP, and has also affected job creation and stock market appreciation. This spike in national interest in healthcare has also occurred on Wall Street, where investors are embracing this market and its attractive growth potential. While there are some potential roadblocks and government decisions that could curb the industry’s growth, there are a few standout funds in the pharmaceutical sector battling for investor attention: PowerShares Dynamic Pharmaceuticals Portfolio , iShares Dow Jones US Pharmaceuticals Index Fund and SPDR S&P Pharmaceuticals [Download How To Pick The Right ETF Every Time]. Meet the Competitors These three pharmaceutical ETFs are the largest in this small sector of five funds. Holding between $524.2 million and $404.6 million in total assets under management, respectively, and with expense ratios between 60 and 35 basis points they are all relatively inexpensive funds. While PJP and [...]

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Thursday’s ETF Chart To Watch: FXE Rebound Hinges On ECB Rate Decision

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:25 -0400

Stocks dropped lower across the board on Wednesday as profit-taking pressures crept in after the latest Fed Beige Book reignited fears of fading stimulus hopes. The latest regional economic report revealed the U.S. economy advancing at a “modest to moderate” pace, which sent many running to the sidelines as investors weighed the possibility of the Fed scaling back on bond repurchases at the next policy meeting in June. In other economic news, ADP employment data came in above last month’s reading while Factory orders came in slightly below analysts’ expectations [see also The Cheapest ETF For Every Investment Objective]. Our ETF to watch today is the CurrencyShares Euro Currency Trust , which could see volatile trading at the opening bell as investors react to the overnight European Central Bank rate decision. Analysts are expecting for the benchmark rate to remain unchanged at 0.50%, although economic commentary following the decision itself could spur [...]

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Daily ETF Roundup: VXX Spikes On Fed Concerns, XLB Tumbles

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:59:01 -0400

Wall Street endured a steep sell-off today, as another round of disappointing economic reports and concerns over when the Fed will begin tapering weighed heavily on the markets. In economic news, ADP and Moody’s reported only 135,000 new private-sector jobs in May, well bellow the expected 170,000. Meanwhile, the Institute for Supply Management’s non-manufacturing purchasing managers’ index came in slightly higher, though the employment index missed forecasts. Tomorrow, investors will be keeping a close eye on the Labor Department’s employment report [see The Cheapest ETF for Every Investment Objective]. Global Market Overview: VXX Spikes On Fed Concerns, XLB Tumbles Following today’s disappointing economic reports, all three major U.S. equity indexes tumbled into negative territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF fell 1.52% after its underlying index slipped below the 15,000 level. The S&P 500 ETF shed 1.44%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq ETF lost 1.23%. In Europe, markets were broadly lower following a disappointing eurozone retail sales report. The [...]

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