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A Look Ahead: This Week's ETFs to Watch

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:31:19 -0400

A rough week for stocks has come and gone with all three major U.S. indexes settling lower. The S&P 500 shed nearly 1.2 percent as traders fretted over global central bank policy, namely the 800-pound gorillas in the room, those being the Bank of Japan and the Federal Reserve.

Speaking of

FX Technicals: Where Are We Now?

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:28:08 -0400

Currency pairs have been on the move over the past few weeks, most notably with the yen regaining some ground and the dollar's gains stalling. However, the moves in currencies have actually led those of stocks, so traders would be wise to take note of where currencies are heading from

Bank of Japan Torches Global Markets, Sparks Global Sell-Off

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:40:14 -0400

The Bank of Japan failed to meet market expectations overnight as the central bank kept policy constant. Markets were expecting the Bank to extend the maturity on the cheap loans it has been making and the failure to do so sparked a global sell-off.

Funding Facility Untapped The failure for the Bank

Japan's Central Bank Keeps Measures in Place, But Remains Ready to Act (EWJ) (FXY)

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:52:27 -0400

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‘Hard’ Currency ETFs Attract Safe-Haven Plays

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:30:35 -0400

After rising speculation on Fed “tapering” and the tumult in the U.S. equities markets, global investors flocked back to traditional safe-haven plays, boosting hard currency exchange traded funds. For instance, the CurrencyShares British Pound Sterling Trust (NYSEArca: FXB) was up 2.4%...

Non-Farm Payrolls Beat Expectations But Unemployment Rate Ticks Up Unexpectedly as Labor Force Grows

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 09:08:03 -0400

Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175 thousand in May, and the unemployment rate was essentially unchanged at 7.6 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment rose in professional and business services, food services and drinking places, and retail trade.

Mixed Data The economy added 175 thousand jobs in

Japan's Massive Pension Fund to Invest in More Domestic, Foreign Stocks (FXY) ((EWJ)

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:49:54 -0400

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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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Non-Farm Payrolls Preview: Job Growth Expected to Maintain Slow Pace, Unemployment Expected to Remain Flat

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:25:40 -0400

Tomorrow brings the all important Employment Situation Report, when the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will announce job growth figures for the month of May. Markets eagerly await the data release as it tends to be one the biggest data points released each month.

Payroll Growth Economists surveyed by Bloomberg expect that

Yen breaks past 96 on the U.S. dollar

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:27:39 -0400

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Shares of CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust Exhibit Possible Trend Reversal as it Trades Higher (FXY)

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:26:00 -0400

Nikkei Within Breathing Distance of Bear Market Territory as Index Falls Below Key 13,000 Level

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 08:51:53 -0400

The Japanese Nikkei Index dropped below the key 13,000 level overnight as fears that the government's four-pronged stimulus program may not yield the results that were expected initially. The benchmark index dropped 0.79 percent overnight, closing just off of the lows of the day.

Financials Hammered Financial stocks were notable laggards in

CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust - Market Review

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 03:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- Trading of CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust options resulted in establishing ...

Trade Deficit Widens in April as Import Growth Outpaces Exports

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 09:26:10 -0400

The U.S. trade deficit widened in April from March as the growth in imports outpaced that of exports. Consumer goods imports saw a sharp increase in the month in a sign that the U.S. consumer may have bounced back in April following the release of tax rebates.

For April, the Census

Japan Lays Plans to Change Investment Strategy of World's Largest Pension Fund (EWY) (FXY)

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:21:36 -0400

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What Now for Japan ETFs After Sell-Off?

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:00:23 -0400

Even with the Nikkei 225 plunging over 1,100 points Thursday, analysts remain positive that ongoing “Abenomics” will fuel economic growth, arguing that the temporary setback in Japanese equities and exchange traded funds is a healthy correction. “The decline in the Japanese stock...

Japan to Stem Bond Volatility as Aggressive Fiscal Policy Takes Hold (FXY) (EWJ)

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:41:50 -0400

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Bearish Moving Average Cross by CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:51:00 -0400

Notable ETF Inflow Detected - FXY

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:18:41 -0400

Symbols mentioned in this story: FXY Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand.

Options Activity for CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust options set a new 90-day record ...

S&P extends the break to ‘clear skies’ territory

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:38:58 -0400

Technically speaking, U.S. stocks continue to take flight.

Japan ETF Rally Still Alive as Yen Weakens

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:20:45 -0400

Fueled by the Bank of Japan’s aggressive monetary policy, Japanese equities and exchange traded funds have made a robust run, but heavy-weight hedge fund manager Dan Loeb believes there is more to support Japan’s rally. Speaking at the Skybridge Alternatives, or “SALT,”...

Sotheby's Takes Hit From Falling Auction Fees As Art Sales On The High End Surge 35%

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:21:21 -0400

Providing a peak into the state of the global art market, Sotheby’s posted first quarter earnings after the bell on Thursday, missing profit estimates despite a 23% increase in net auction sales. The legendary auction house blamed thinning auction commission margins, as prices on the top end, where margins are lower, rose sharply.

Japanese Yen ETFs Tumble as Dollar Breaks 100 Yen

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:09:32 -0400

The Japanese yen exchange traded fund is at a new 52-week low as the currency weakens beyond the 100 per U.S. dollar psychological mark for the first time since 2009. The CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (NYSEArca: FXY) was down 1.5% late Thursday. Year-to-date, FXY has declined 12.5% as the Bank...

ETFs to Short the Yen Like Mark Cuban

Fri, 03 May 2013 15:27:31 -0400

The Bank of Japan is determined to spark inflation and weaken the yen to prop up the stagnant economy and help exporters. Many currency traders and hedge funds have made a killing by siding with the BOJ. Billionaire investor and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has also profited by betting against...

ETF Insider: How To Play Earnings This Week

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:20:06 -0400

China growth fears and earnings jitters will remain key themes this week as investors look to decipher fundamental data releases, both at home and abroad, amid the bull market on Wall Street. In Europe, news of Giorgio Napolitano staying in office spurred a confidence rally in the bond market, although the eurozone as a whole still remains on edge as evidenced by the euro’s weakness in the currency market [see also How To Take Profits And Cut Losses When Trading ETFs]. Weekly Outlook Below, we highlight ETFs that may see an increase in trading activity as relevant market data is released and evaluated by investors: Industrial Select Sector SPDR : Durable goods data due out this Wednesday will put the industrial sector in focus. Analysts are expecting for this monthly figure to show a contraction of 3.2% compared to the previous reading of positive 5.6%. MSCI New Zealand Investable Market Index Fund : This ETF [...]

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Japanese Yen, ETF Depreciates After G-20 OKs Aggressive Easing

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:28:44 -0400

With the Group of 20 overlooking Japan’s aggressive monetary policies amid grumblings of a currency war, the Japanese yen, along with related currency exchange traded fund, continues to depreciate. CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (NYSEArca: FXY) was down 1.5% in afternoon trading Friday....

Bearish Moving Average Cross by CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 11:43:00 -0400

Japanese Stocks, Up 30% YTD, Headed Higher? ETF Protects Again Falling Yen

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:31:07 -0400

Dennis Gartman: Favorite Japan Trade

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:33:09 -0400

Esteemed commodities trader Dennis Gartman reveals how he's gaming the extremely aggressive monetary policy introduced by Japan.

CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY) - Trading Recap

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- Options traders were heavily trading options contracts during the market ...

One ETF That is Glad This Week is Over

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:17:35 -0400

With less than two hours left in Friday's session, the iShares MSCI South Korea Capped Index Fund (NYSE: EWY) easily fits the bill as one ETF that, if ETFs could sport human emotions, is glad this week is drawing to a close.

EWY, one of the largest country-specific emerging

Bearish Moving Average Cross by CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:43:00 -0400

Japan Gets A Jolt As Kuroda Makes Bernanke Look Timid On Q.E.

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:41:37 -0400

Quantitative easing is a global craze, and now a man named Kuroda is showing Bernanke and Draghi how to do it big time.

Effects of QE - Bernanke's Quantitative Easing

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:41:37 -0400

Options Players Wage on CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 03:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust options contracts experienced a new 90-day ...

Foreign Funds Up 4% In Q1: Five Countries To Buy Now

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:19:00 -0400

Foreign mutual funds lagged their U.S. peers this year as the Cyprus bailout and fears of slower growth in China roiled global markets. The average world equity fund added 0.88% in March and 3.86% the first three months of the year as Japan's outperformance offset losses in Europe and emerging markets. Japan funds soared 6.15% in March and 12.75% year to date as a weak yen juiced exports. CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY), measuring the yen

10 Bizarre Investment Strategies

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 11:21:58 -0400

Bullish Moving Average Cross by CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:53:00 -0400

The Ultimate Guide To Currency ETF Trading

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:00:19 -0400

ETFs have opened up the doors to previously hard-to-reach reach corners of the market, including foreign equities, commodities and alternative asset classes. Currency ETFs in particular have seen growing interest among investors and traders alike as they greatly simplify the challenges that are otherwise associated with entering the forex market [see How To Take Profits And Cut Losses When Trading ETFs]. How Currency ETFs Work Currency ETFs attempt to replicate the movements of a currency on the foreign exchange market (forex) against the U.S. dollar (USD), or a basket of currencies. This is done by using cash deposits, such as holding euros or Swiss cash for example, or through the use of futures and swaps contracts to achieve a desired exposure [Download 101 ETF Lessons Every Financial Advisor Should Learn]. If you believe the euro, other active global currency or a basket of currencies will rise or fall relative to the USD, [...]

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FXY Crosses Critical Technical Indicator

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:50:52 -0500

In trading on Friday, shares of the Japanese Yen Trust ETF (FXY) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $101.74 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100.

Non-Farm Payrolls Crush Estimates, Private Payrolls at 12-Month High

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:56:23 -0500

The monthly Non-Farm Payrolls report for February was released Friday morning and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the labor market improved far better than expected in February.

In February, the U.S. economy added 236 thousand non-farm jobs, crushing estimates of a gain of 165 thousand jobs. Better, the

CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY) - Trade Flow Review

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 03:00:00 -0500

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust options contracts experienced a high put/call ...

Japan ETFs Rally on Further Monetary Easing Talk

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:20:01 -0500

The weakness in the Japanese yen has given strength to Japanese stocks with more monetary easing expected. Focused exchange traded funds are positioned to run-up as these equities are currently about 40% off highs seen several years back. “We’re still about 40 percent below those 2007...

FXY: ETF Inflow Alert

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:07:14 -0500

The Best Way to Trade the Currency Wars

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:00:35 -0500

The world may not be engaged in a currency war yet, but it is engaged in a growth war.

With domestic demand in most home countries anemic to moderate, the universal objective is growth by exports.

Unfortunately, countries doing battle in the growth-by-exports wars end up skirmishing in the foreign exchange markets. That's because every country that wants to export its goods and services wants them to be relatively cheap compared to its global competitors.

Driving down your home currency relative to the currencies of the buyers of your products is a way of implementing a "cover all bases" export growth strategy.

Of course, as countries trade blows in this "beggar thy neighbor" strategy, besides the danger of a debilitating currency war breaking out, rough and tumble currency manipulation leads to disruptive volatility in stocks, commodities, and bonds.

But while you personally can't do anything about currency battles or a full-blown currency war, it doesn't mean you can't profit from all the volatility.

Here are some simple ways to hedge your portfolio and have fun trading the markets to profit from bickering neighbors throwing currency Molotov cocktails at each other.

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Options Trader Alert for CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 03:00:00 -0500

NEW YORK (AVAFIN) -- Options traders were heavily trading options contracts during the market ...

Battling the unknowns of currency devaluation

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:40:45 -0500

By John Wasik Owning a truly globalized portfolio means investing in both developed and emerging markets, but figuring out the right mix gets complicated when you consider currency risk. In just the past few weeks, a new Japanese stimulus policy that has been easing the relative value of the yen is the latest thing upsetting global [...]

Battling the unknowns of currency devaluation

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:53:13 -0500

By John Wasik (Reuters) – Owning a truly globalized portfolio means investing in both developed and emerging markets, but figuring out the right mix gets complicated when you consider currency risk. In just the past few weeks, a new Japanese stimulus policy that has been easing the relative value of the yen is the latest thing [...]

CurrencyShares Singapore Dollar Trust (FXSG) Rolls Out

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 04:00:02 -0500

The bull train continues full steam ahead as major equity indexes have enticed buyers after every minor pullback over the last month. The optimistic price action on Wall Street is undeniable, and it truly showcases the sheer eagerness among investor looking for their share of the action. Even in the face of lackluster economic data, stocks have remained resilient, which has started to raise some concerns. January retail sales data came in at 0.1%, failing to beat last month’s reading of 0.5%, and surprisingly this wasn’t enough to inspire serious profit-taking pressures during yesterday’s trading session [see also 7 Rules ETF Day Traders Must Know]. Amid the tug-of-war on Wall Street, Guggenheim beefed up their lineup of currency ETFs with the launch of the CurrencyShares Singapore Dollar Trust (FXSG) on Wednesday, February 13. This first-to-market product offers exposure to the Singapore Dollar as tracked by the SGD/USD exchange rate, which measures the relative value [...]

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News About

A Look Ahead: This Week's ETFs to Watch

FX Technicals: Where Are We Now?

Bank of Japan Torches Global Markets, Sparks Global Sell-Off

Japan's Central Bank Keeps Measures in Place, But Remains Ready to Act (EWJ) (FXY)

‘Hard’ Currency ETFs Attract Safe-Haven Plays

Non-Farm Payrolls Beat Expectations But Unemployment Rate Ticks Up Unexpectedly as Labor Force Grows

Japan's Massive Pension Fund to Invest in More Domestic, Foreign Stocks (FXY) ((EWJ)

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

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Non-Farm Payrolls Preview: Job Growth Expected to Maintain Slow Pace, Unemployment Expected to Remain Flat

Yen breaks past 96 on the U.S. dollar

Shares of CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust Exhibit Possible Trend Reversal as it Trades Higher (FXY)

Nikkei Within Breathing Distance of Bear Market Territory as Index Falls Below Key 13,000 Level

CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust - Market Review

Trade Deficit Widens in April as Import Growth Outpaces Exports

Japan Lays Plans to Change Investment Strategy of World's Largest Pension Fund (EWY) (FXY)

What Now for Japan ETFs After Sell-Off?

Japan to Stem Bond Volatility as Aggressive Fiscal Policy Takes Hold (FXY) (EWJ)

Bearish Moving Average Cross by CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

Notable ETF Inflow Detected - FXY

Options Activity for CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust (FXY)

S&P extends the break to ‘clear skies’ territory

Japan ETF Rally Still Alive as Yen Weakens

Sotheby's Takes Hit From Falling Auction Fees As Art Sales On The High End Surge 35%

Japanese Yen ETFs Tumble as Dollar Breaks 100 Yen

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