ETF Analysis & Opinion

The first half of September has seen market volatility return with a downward bias. In such times, investors want to know how they can protect or hedge their portfolios against a substantial...

While we put the first half of September behind us, many investors are wondering whether the recent sell-off is over.Tech-stocks, many of which now have extremely high price multiples, are in center...

The US property market has been surging again in many parts of the country following the temporary freeze in early spring brought on by coronavirus.With interest rates at record lows in the US and...

Investor appetite for clean energy shares is on the rise. The industry, also known as alternative or renewable energy, is fast developing, both due to increased interest in socially-responsible...

As broader markets like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ have been giving up some of their recent gains, market participants are in search of stable yields. One such niche area that has been picking up...

Unlike investing in general commodities ETFs that cover assets like gold, silver and oil, niche exchange-traded products focus on specific parts of the market that may seem obscure to most retail...

The coronavirus pandemic has catapulted healthcare into the spotlight. As individuals and governments battle the virus and its impact on the economy, the importance of healthcare has become clear....

Investing in the Canadian and Russian markets may not only be appealing for citizens of those countries. Bets on those regional assets could be beneficial for market participants beyond each country's...

Looking for exposure to the foreign exchange market?  Currency exchange-traded funds (CETF) are one avenue worth considering.CETFs act as vehicles for portfolio diversification, hedging and...

Given the recent volatility in broader markets, many investors are seeking stability. Utilities are considered a strong defensive play given the consistent demand for water, gas and electricity...

September typically means its back-to-school time. For hundreds of millions of young minds, returning to school after the coronavirus lockdown will likely be exciting. For others it might require some...

When Warren Buffett—one of the most successful market investors of all time and CEO and Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway—buys or sells shares, the investment community sits up and pays...

While broader equity markets continue their run higher, many may be wondering how they can grab downside profits when the next leg lower or even a bear market arrives.The ever-expanding universe of...

The Fed gained widespread attention beginning in March for its pledge to support the market in every possible way amid the devastating impact of the coronavirus pandemic. One of these measures...