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How have the 10 Largest Stock Funds Done? |
| The top 10 funds today will become next decade's losers, not because they're big, but because they're expensive. - 01-15-2009 |
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A 2009 Outlook Based On The Best 2008 Predictions |
| Investors saw their funds dwindle away in 2008 while financial gurus saw their credibility disappear. Here is a 2009 forecast based on the best 2008 calls. This may be the best forecast yet. - 01-14-2009 |
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Leveraged And Short ETFs - 3 Flaws You Should Know |
| Short ETFs shined in 2008 with stellar performance. Like an electric power tool though, short and leveraged ETFs have their quirks. Don't touch short and leveraged ETFs unless you know the three "quirks". - 01-08-2009 |
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How To Turn 08 ETF Frogs Into 09 Princes |
| No bones about it, 2008 was brutal. Few portfolios and index ETFs survived the carnage. Nevertheless, 2008 was packed with valuable lessons which, if applied, can make 2009 a great year. - 01-06-2009 |
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How To Profit In Tough Markets |
| More than ever, investors are looking for RELIABLE guidance. Illustrated below is the impressive track record of the ETF Profit Strategy Newsletter's Market Meter - 01-01-2009 |
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Failed Banks Since 2000 |
| Since July 2008, the number of failed banks has skyrocketed. - 01-01-2009 |
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Market Meter Track Record |
| The Market Meter provides a succinct short, mid and long-term forecast of the U.S. stock market. Below is a summary of recent Market Meter forecasts: - 01-01-2009 |
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JPMorgan's Bizarre Potshot, Federated Will Have Last Laugh |
| JPMorgan pretends it doesn't understand asset management business and downgrades Federated Investments - 12-22-2008 |
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How To Identify Best In Class Dividend ETFs |
| Dividends are back in style. However, there is more to dividend ETFs than just yield. Especially since the best yields are paid by the worst sector. Find out how to find the right balance. - 12-18-2008 |
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Profit Responsibly - How To Use Short ETFs |
| If you've missed the party in short ETFs, here's your second chance. We explain the 'nuts and bolts' of short ETFs along with a winning strategy and a tip that could save you 30% or more. - 12-16-2008 |
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Is Now the Time to Buy Energy ETFs? |
| Oil prices have dropped over 70% in less than 6 months. OPEC might surprise all with their next move. If it does, you don't want to be left behind. - 12-11-2008 |
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Profit In A Range-bound Market With Short ETFs |
| The range-bound market of recent weeks is testing the patience of many investors. Short ETFs have lost some of their sting. Here is how to use the range to your advantage and make the best of it. - 12-10-2008 |
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3 Tell Tale Signs Of A Sucker Rally |
| Counter trend rallies present a golden parachute for smart investors and another knock-out punch for suckers. Learn how to spot them or ignore them on your own peril. - 12-04-2008 |
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Can Dividend ETFs Beat The Bear? |
| Just a year ago, dividends were out of style. Today, investors are looking for cash, dividends are in! However, the highest dividends are paid by the worst industry sector, financials. Were dividend ETFs able to fend off the bear? - 12-03-2008 |
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Will The Dow Break Below 7,500? |
| The major market indexes hit multi-year lows just two weeks ago before bouncing over 15% in a 5-day winning streak. This was followed by one of the worst drops in history. Is this just another bluff or will the Dow fall below 7,500 again? - 12-02-2008 |
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Five ETFs To Own In December |
| Wall Street's roller coaster stock market performance has left many investors nauseous. Don’t give up yet, here are five ETFs to make you feel better. - 12-01-2008 |
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Down $16 Billion - Has Warren Buffett Lost His Touch? |
| Be glad you are not Warren Buffett. After losing $16 billion he can still afford to live like a billionaire. Here are his three most costly mistakes, listen and learn! - 11-18-2008 |
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3 Keys To Spotting A Market Bottom |
| The Dow and S&P tested their previously set lows twice, and bounced off, while the financial sector broke through it. Here's what to expect next. - 11-14-2008 |
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How The U.S. Killed Germany And Your 401(k) |
| You may not know what's happening in Germany and around the globe, but you sure feel it. Your 401(k) is likely down because you don't drive a BMW or drink bavarian beer. - 11-12-2008 |
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How To Embrace The Bear With Killer Strategies |
| Guess what: The bailout doesn't seem to be working. Rather than depend on the government, here are some hands-on strategies you can implement yourself. - 11-12-2008 |
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Energy ETFs - Oil - How Low Can It Go? |
| The U.S. economy was ailing with $147 / barrel crude oil and is doing even worse with $62 oil. Is now the time to buy big oil? - 11-07-2008 |
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Index ETFs: What Does Obama Mean For Your 401(k)? |
| Finally! The wait is over. The people cast their vote and we all can go back to re-building our retirement with double digit gains, right? - 11-05-2008 |
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Your Investments - Better Off With Obama Or McCain? |
| The markets have been tumbling and America wants a 'quick-fix'. What will a new President Obama or President McCain do for your portfolio? - 11-03-2008 |
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Do Big Point Gains Mark Major Market Bottoms? |
| A few hot days don’t mean that it is summer but do a few huge point gains signal that the worst is over and a bottom is reached? - 10-29-2008 |
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Dow Down 40 Percent In 360 Days – Is This The Bottom? |
| A few more days and the Dow Jones might be down 50% from its high of 14,000. How much lower can it go before a significant counter rally ensues? - 10-24-2008 |
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Global ETFs – Thinking Outside The Box To Find Opportunities |
| Red across the board, across the globe is shrinking 401(k) and IRA balances all over. Do global ETFs provide an opportunity to salvage your retirement plans? - 10-22-2008 |
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The 5 Mistakes To Avoid In A Bear Market |
| Bear markets can be ferocious. This one has already shaved 40% off most retirement plans. Find out how to maximize what you have even if the market doesn’t get better. - 10-17-2008 |
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Bear Market Rule No 1 - Cut Expenses - ETFs vs. Mutual Funds |
| It's only when the tide goes out that you find who's been swimming naked. Bear markets brutally reveal the folly of exhorbant mutual fund fees. - 10-13-2008 |
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Combat The Bear With 5 Post Bailout Strategies |
| Protect your portfolio from a financial meltdown. Identify the ETFs that can provide shelter. - 10-06-2008 |
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Bailout Analysis - No Ordinary Investment Strategy Will Do |
| No ordinary water pump could have kept the sinking Titanic afloat. Can a heavily diluted ("porked up") bailout plan keep the economy afloat? - 10-06-2008 |
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