exchange traded funds

A Refresher Course in Active Trading

By Ben Baden - The Ticker - October 6, 2009

In an uncertain market, an expert offers his investing advice. more >>

The Appeal of Gold ETFs

By Ben Baden - Fund Observer - October 1, 2009

A small amount of gold in your portfolio can be used as a hedge for more traditional holdings. more >>

Bond ETFs: the Ins and Outs

By Rebecca Kern - Fund Observer - September 25, 2009

Investors are increasingly attracted to the affordability of these products. more >>

Funds Stage a Comeback: Time to Forgive and Forget?

By Katy Marquardt - Money - July 9, 2009

Good funds that had a bad year, and those that have simply lost their mojo. more >>

Hedging Tips for ETF Traders

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - May 12, 2009

Using long and short ETFs to keep risk in check. more >>

9 ETFs for 2009 (and Beyond)

By Katy Marquardt - Money - January 15, 2009

Look to industrials, defense, and alternative energy funds this year. more >>

5 Steps to Set Up a Retirement ETF Portfolio

By Katy Marquardt - Money - January 8, 2009

Check your age, goals, and appetite for risk, then choose your funds. more >>

5 Smart Ways to Invest Your Extra Dough

By Katy Marquardt - Money - January 2, 2009

Stash your cash in index funds, ETFs, and Obama stocks. more >>

10 Stock Funds for Tough Times

By Katy Marquardt - Money - December 15, 2008

These investments are holding up better than most. more >>

Exotic ETFs for Adventurers Only

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - December 3, 2008

Risky funds track obscure corners of the investing universe. more >>

Building a Portfolio Using ETFs

By Katy Marquardt - Money - December 3, 2008

Check your age, goals, and appetite for risk, then choose your funds. more >>

Jim Ross: ETFs Have Room to Grow

By Katy Marquardt - Money - December 2, 2008

State Street executive says these funds are not just for traders. more >>

ETF Investing: 5 Pitfalls to Avoid

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - December 2, 2008

These new vehicles differ from mutual funds in key ways. more >>

ETFs: a Better Way to Invest?

By Katy Marquardt - Money - December 2, 2008

Exchange-traded funds are low cost and tax efficient, but commissions can be costly. more >>

ETFs for Beginning Investors

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - December 2, 2008

If you're on a tight budget, this is one way to build a portfolio. more >>

The 5 Best Places to Stash Your Cash

By Katy Marquardt - Money - November 24, 2008

Bank products offer safety and relatively generous yields. more >>

Investing in Housing (Without Buying a House)

By Luke Mullins - Money - November 13, 2008

New financial product offers exposure to the housing market even if you don't own real estate. more >>

Penny-Pinching Strategies for Investing Cheapskates

By Katy Marquardt - Money - November 6, 2008

How to buy into the stock market for pennies on the dollar. more >>

A 5-Step Program for Investing in This Market

By Katy Marquardt - Money - October 30, 2008

Here are practical tips to help calm your nerves and keep you on course. more >>

All Ready for a Raging Bull

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - October 17, 2008

Why I'm betting on a mechanical strategy. more >>

How to Play This Market With ETFs

By Katy Marquardt - Money - October 16, 2008

Strategist outlines his buy-and-sell strategy. more >>

What ETF, Stock, and Fund Investors Should Do Now

By Katy Marquardt - Money - September 25, 2008

Bet on quality, dollar-cost average, and don't panic, experts say. more >>

ETFs to Buy, ETFs to Avoid

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - September 11, 2008

How much should you pay, and which funds are bad news? more >>

Groundbreaking ETF Crashes and Burns