http://www.inveslogic.com/popular/articles/etfs ETF's - Today's Popular Articles at http://www.inveslogic.com en http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385740?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Small-cap and micro-cap ETFs have been following the path woven for them by market history: they have been leaving large-caps in the dust.The outperformance of smaller and lower-quality stocks is typical in the first year of a bull market, and as... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:45:40 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385740?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385983?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 According to Citi Chief Economist Willem Butler, More than 40 per cent of global GDP now resides in jurisdictions (overwhelmingly in the advanced economies) running fiscal deficits of 10 per cent of GDP or more. For much of the past 30 years, this... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:26:05 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385983?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/random-rogers-big-picture/1385936?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Yesterday I participated in the retirement panel with Seeking Alpha. This was the second panel like this (the other was a different topic back in November) I've done with them. The positive, at least the ones I've done, is that we cover a lot of grou... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:22:00 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/random-rogers-big-picture/1385936?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385741?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 ETFs finally found some news they can get behind as the Dow hit a 52-week high. President Barack Obama has promised to sign into law a bill that promises to stoke job growth in the United States. The jobs bill would give a temporary payroll tax ho... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:43:28 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385741?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385745?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 After starting the day strong, most equity markets slumped in afternoon trading before finishing the day with a surge. This stretch of positive returns, the sixth in a row for the Dow, came after continued jubilation regarding Federal Reserve mone... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:20:15 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385745?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385746?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The rise of the ETF industry is often attributed (in large part at least) to a shift in investor preference from pricey active management to low-cost indexing strategies. ETFs burst on to the investment scene by offering fees equivalent to only a ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:18:59 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385746?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1385513?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 ETF Spotlight on SPDR S&P Retail (XRT), part of a weekly series. Assets: $322 million... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:26:09 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1385513?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385659?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 It s often been said that the top 10 exchange traded funds make up more than 50% of all ETF trading volume. Here are the 10 most actively traded long-only ETFs trading right now. SDPR S&P 500 (SPY). SPY is one of the go-to ETFs for exposure to the ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:08:37 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385659?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385770?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 ETF Spotlight on SPDR S&P Retail (NYSEArca: XRT), part of a weekly series. Assets: $322 millionObjective: Tracks the S&P Retail Select Industry IndexHoldings: XRT s top holdings are a mix of apparel, auto and bargain retailers, including Footlock... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:00:14 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385770?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385662?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Source: The EconomistThe Economist is out with an update to its famous Big Mac index. For those of you unfamiliar with the index, it is based on PPP (purchasing-power parity), suggesting that foreign exchange rates should equalize the price of a ba... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:59:49 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385662?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385771?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 It s often been said that the top 10 exchange traded funds (ETFs) make up more than 50% of all ETF trading volume. Here are the 10 most actively traded long-only ETFs trading right now.SDPR S&P 500 (NYSEArca: SPY). SPY is one of the go-to ETFs for... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:00:53 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385771?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385373?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The Japanese yen has long been famed for its cheapness, making it the key ingredient in any carry trade recipe. While the yen is still weak, the currency and its exchange traded fund (ETF) might have some resilience in its back pocket.Then yen took s... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:00:07 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385373?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385333?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 By Bryan McCormick As the market continues its steady rally, a quick review of the sectors in the S&P 500 may give us a sense of what is working and where the softer spots might be. To illustrate their performance, today we are using the S&P Sector S... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:19:10 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385333?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385375?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Tom Lydon appeared on CNBC this morning to discuss ways investors can play Ireland s economy using exchange traded funds (ETFs). Happy St. Patrick s Day! ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:49:39 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385375?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385352?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) The package and freight delivery services firm attracted bullish options players today amid a 0.75% increase in its share price to $62.95. One investor sought longer-dated option contracts and established a bulli... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:05:04 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385352?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385376?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Exchange traded funds (ETFs) finally found some news they can get behind and the Dow hit a 52-week high. President Barack Obama has promised to sign into law a bill that promises to stoke job growth in the United States. The jobs bill would give a te... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:00:47 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385376?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/barrons-stocks-to-watch/1385125?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Shares of CIT Group (CIT) are higher by $1.85, or 5%, at $38.06, after the company last night released a 10-K saying its new tangible book value, using fresh start accounting, is $39.67. The company emerged from bankruptcy back in December. Equity bo... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:44:55 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/barrons-stocks-to-watch/1385125?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385378?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Last year, the Obama administration implemented a Build America Bonds (BABs) program that helped states strengthen their struggling finances. The new government-backed bond, along with its related exchange traded fund (ETF), has become widely accepte... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:00:05 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385378?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384996?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 There are passive exchange traded funds (ETFs) that try to reflect a benchmark index and there are actively managed ETFs that try to beat the index. But what of the so-called intelligent ETFs, which try to do a little of both? The newly emer... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:22:32 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384996?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384997?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The name brands we grew up with may soon become brands recognized by people around the world. Packaged-food companies are targeting emerging markets for their wares and food-related exchange traded funds (ETFs) could hop aboard the gravy train. P... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:15:20 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384997?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385001?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Over the years, there has been much debate in the investment community over an equal-weighted index vs. weighting by market cap or share price. There are pros and cons to each method of weighting. For instance, while the S&P500 is comprised of 500 ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 07:53:05 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1385001?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384887?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 As the market continues its slow but steady march further into overbought territory, Sabrient s SectorCast-ETF rankings are holding steady. Energy, Healthcare and Financials still look undervalued, while Telecom, Industrials, and Materials look ove... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 07:06:19 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384887?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384892?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 As our name states, we re pretty much all about looking for trends in exchange traded funds (ETFs). There are three trends we re noticing in the markets right now. Here s what they are and how you can play them. Trend 1: Small Caps Kicking ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:58:08 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384892?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385379?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 State and federal studies indicate that thousands of water and sewer systems may be too old to function properly. While it s well-documented that finding clean water is a challenge in developing countries, water exchange traded funds (ETFs) could b... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:00:30 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1385379?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384601?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Make that 13 in a row! The S&P 500 tracking ETF (SPY) finished the day up 0.8% today, bringing its current streak of consecutive up days to 13. This is now SPY's longest winning streak since the ETF started trading back in 1993.Over this 13 day win... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:03:48 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384601?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384825?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 There are passive exchange traded funds (ETFs) that try to reflect a benchmark index and there are actively managed ETFs that try to beat the index. But what of the so-called intelligent ETFs, which try to do a little of both?The newly emerged ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:00:28 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384825?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384826?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Episode 4- After Q1 2010 Where Are We Now? Heather Hayes, Editor of ETF Trends talks to Tom about what we saw happening in the markets and trends we are seeing now.Listen Now ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:15:02 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384826?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384614?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The monthly data release of ETF trading data from the National Stock Exchange always provides a comprehensive industry snapshot, detailing fund flows, asset levels, and the latest update on an increasingly-competitive battle for market share. There i... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:40:07 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384614?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384828?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 As our name states, we re pretty much all about looking for trends in exchange traded funds (ETFs). There are three trends we re noticing in the markets right now. Here s what they are and how you can play them. Trend 1: Small Caps Kicking You-... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:00:28 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384828?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384830?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The bond market has been on a long bull run for about 30 years now, but the salad days may soon be winding to a close. Concerns about inflation and corporate debt coming do could hit exchange traded funds (ETFs) right in the solar plexus and investor... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:00:37 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384830?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/wsj-market-beat/1384713?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The failure of both the semiconductor sector and crude oil to make new highs along with the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 Index could be a clue that the dynamics behind the market s gains are changing.Their relative under-performance suggest the... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:00:13 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/wsj-market-beat/1384713?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384831?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are watching and waiting as the Federal Reserve meets this morning. The central bank is expected to make an announcement this afternoon, although few expect any surprises. While no one argues with the fact that, eventuall... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:00:32 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1384831?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384236?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The crew at Bespoke Investment Group posted a chart noting the divergent paths taken by the S&P 500 and the Shanghai Composite. The extent of the divergence has ebbed and flowed before, and year to date they seem to be moving in different directions.... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:33:20 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1384236?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/random-rogers-big-picture/1384046?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The crew at Bespoke Investment Group posted a chart noting the divergent paths taken by the S&P 500 and the Shanghai Composite. The extent of the divergence has ebbed and flowed before and YTD they seem to be moving in different directions.Last week ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:14:00 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/random-rogers-big-picture/1384046?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384066?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Surprisingly, and perhaps even shockingly, investing in Treasury Bond ETFs has been profitable in 2010. Very few folks would have thunk it. Consider all of the forces conspiring against treasury debt success. The U.S government s triple-A r... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:10:24 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1384066?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383968?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Whether you are a trader or an investor you need to have a method and to follow it in a disciplined fashion. You also need to understand your system, having patience when necessary.Every system has strong and weak points. Most methods are either... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:04:03 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383968?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1383879?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The first Hedge Fund ETF launched in 2009. While even many of the most popular hedge funds took it on the chin during the financial collapse, the lure of double-digit market returns with low correlation to conventional asset classes makes the sound ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:02:47 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1383879?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/a-dash-of-insight/1383859?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Whether you are a trader or an investor you need to have a method and to follow it in a disciplined fashion. You also need to understand your system, having patience when necessary.Every system has strong and weak points. Most methods are either ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:52:54 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/a-dash-of-insight/1383859?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383627?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The technology sector is white hot these days. If you re not buying it, just look at the Nasdaq, which has been leaving the other indexes swimming in its wake. Networking exchange traded funds (ETFs) are outperforming nearly every other segment. Ne... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:00:29 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383627?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1383607?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 With no down days since February, the S&P 500 tracking ETF (SPY) is now riding a twelve-day winning streak. Since SPY began trading in 1993, the only other period when the ETF had a twelve-day winning streak was back in September 1995.Even though SP... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:11:31 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/us-market-blog/1383607?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383628?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 The Japanese yen, the U.S. dollar, the euro. These are the currencies many of us talk about on a near-daily basis. But the Canadian dollar and its exchange traded fund (ETF) may have been overlooked in the conversation.The Canadian dollar has been on... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:00:04 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383628?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383629?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Commodity exchange traded funds (ETFs) have attracted a rabid investor following in a relatively short period of time. To play in the commodity sandbox before ETFs came along, you needed risk tolerance and capital. Today, you just need desire.Last we... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:00:50 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383629?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383630?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 There are two truths about the market today: in one month, your taxes will be due and many companies are resuming, raising or starting to pay dividends. Do you know what you ll be on the hook for if you own dividend exchange traded funds (ETFs)? Di... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:45:41 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383630?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383631?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Brazil s economy is something it seems like every investor wants in on, and with all the economy has going for it, it s no wonder. But is the flood of new money into exchange traded funds (ETFs) and other investments going to come at a price?Dire... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:00:31 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383631?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383467?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 China s policy moves and the fate of the United State s credit rating are once again weighing on investors minds, sending stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) mixed in early trading. China Premier Wen Jiabao took aim at Washington yesterday... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:00:41 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-trends/1383467?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/barrons-stocks-to-watch/1383168?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Markets steepened declines this morning but were regaining ground just before noon, as the Street awaits word on a proposed financial reform bill from Senator Chris Dodd (Dem., Connecticut). That bill is expected to grant sweeping authority to the Fe... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:12:03 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/barrons-stocks-to-watch/1383168?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383192?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 John Spence had an article run on Marketwatch over the weekend weighing the pluses and minuses of municipal bonds and municipal bond ETFs. A few days ago, Matt Hougan wrote a favorable piece on the PowerShares Build America Bond ETF (BAB) and, over t... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:09:44 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383192?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/wsj-market-beat/1383320?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Chinese companies large and small have raised money through U.S. listings in the last decade. But, while many of Chinas largest publicly-traded companies are listed elsewhere, the U.S. exchanges are heavily weighted with Chinese companies of less... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:00:11 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/wsj-market-beat/1383320?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383200?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 With just two and a half months in the books, 2010 has already been an odd year from an investment perspective. A small European nation that accounts for just a fraction of global GDP has become a major driver of stock and bond markets around the glo... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:25:18 -0400 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383200?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 http://www.inveslogic.com/sectors/directory/etf-investor/1383210?rsstype=populararticles&cid=26 Up until last year, people using words such as nascent and pre-mature to describe the actively-managed ETF market in the United States would have been justified in doing so. The sector attracted little attention from issuers until recentl... 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