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This ETF Could Quadruple At The Cost Of Goldman, Citigroup, And Other Financial Institutions
“Last week, I said that despite accusations of fraud against Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS), I suspected it would “still land on its feet like a cat.” Even the grilling it got at the hands of self-serving Read more…
A Closer Look At The Price Of Gold And The SPDR Gold ETF (NYSE:GLD)
Ever since the price high of 1227 in December, gold has been in a trading range. The most recent rally has brought gold to the upper ceiling of that trading range and the question now is whether Read more…
The SPDR Gold ETF (NYSE:GLD) Adds Another Six Tons To Holdings
“Gold prices Friday hit a new high for 2010 as investors bought gold as a safety net against ballooning European debt. Gold for June delivery was adding $7.80 to $1,176.60 an ounce at the Read more…
The Positive Outlook From Potash Corp. Could Provide A Boost To The Agribusiness ETF
“Agricultural stock and fertilizer maker Potash Corp. (NYSE:POT) reported a 46% hike in earnings today, from EPS of $1.01 in the first quarter of 2009 to $1.47 in the first quarter of 2010 Read more…
Buying The Chance Of Fear In The Markets Through This VIX ETN (NYSE:VXX) Is A Bargain
“In the market, fear – or lack of same – finds expression in many forms. The Volatility Index, or VIX, is one of them. Known as the “fear gauge,” the VIX bounces up and down based on what people are Read more…
How Will Stricter Financial Regulation Affect Banks And Financial ETFs?
“Stricter financial regulation won’t necessarily derail banking and other financial-services stocks, according to some investment strategists. In fact, money managers said this week that more Read more…
Thursday, April 29th ETF Movers: IIH, TAN, XBI, USO, UNG, PBTQ, VXX
In trading on Thursday, the Internet Infrastructure HOLDRS ETF (IIH) is outperforming other ETFs, up about 8.2% on the day.
Also knocking the cover off the ball today was the Claymore/MAC Global Solar Energy Index ETF (TAN) which was up Read more…
Consider Selling A Put Spread On The SPDR Gold ETF (NYSE:GLD) To Take Advantage Of A Continued Rise In Gold
With Tuesday’s free fall in equities came a rush into the supposed safety zone of gold. After lying dormant for five months, gold is knocking on the door of a potential breakout. Since December Read more…
The U.S. Natural Gas ETF (NYSE:UNG) Gets Crushed On Increased Inventory
“Natural gas prices fell sharply Thursday after the government said supplies expanded more than expected amid ongoing weak demand for oil and gas. Meanwhile, fresh reports indicating the U.S. Read more…
BlackRock Releases A Study Conducted By Its iShares ETF Business From High Net Worth Investors
Despite Increased Optimism in the Markets, 56 Per Cent of High-Net-Worth Investors Are Unsure of the Best Investment Opportunities and Nearly Two-Thirds Are Re-Evaluating Their Portfolio Mix Read more…
Nuveen Investments Expertise and Service Recognized at 9th Annual Capital Link Closed-End Fund Forum
Nuveen Investments, a leading global provider of investment services to institutions and high-net-worth investors, today announced that the firm was honored at Capital Link’s 9th annual Closed Read more…
Traders Look To Move Fast In The UltraShort Emerging Markets ETF (NYSE:EEV)
“On April 16, The ProShares UltraShort MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSE:EEV) gave its first meaningful buy signal when it gapped on high volume from $47 and ran to over $50. A pullback to Read more…
KBW Announces Change to KBW Regional Banking Index (KRX)
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc., a full-service investment bank that specializes in the financial services sector, and a wholly owned subsidiary of KBW, Inc. (NYSE: KBW), today announces upcoming changes to the KBW Regional Banking Index (Index Symbol: KRX(SM), ETF Symbol: KRE(SM), KRS(SM), Read more…
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