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Australia, Auto ETFs In Focus On May Day

Michael Johnston — Tue, 01 May 2012 14:25:12 +0000

Tuesday opens what investors hope will be the eighth consecutive monthly increase for the Dow, as risky asset classes have continued to tack higher in recent weeks despite some Euro zone jitters and concerns about slowing job growth in the U.S. As May Day rallies were carried out across Europe in a new era of austerity, market remained relatively flat throughout the day there. Australian stocks and the Aussie dollar saw significant activity on Tuesday after the Australian central bank announced a hefty half point rate cut for the struggling Australian economy, which has seen its currency surge against major rivals in recent months. The iShares MSCI Australia Index Fund (EWA) was up slightly on the news, with the exchange rate impact preventing a more substantial gain. The CurrencyShares Australian Dollar Trust (FXA) plummeted by more than 1% on news of the large rate cut. FXA is still well into [...]

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ETF Insider: Did Wall Street Forget About Greece?

Stoyan Bojinov — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:15:43 +0000

Bullish euphoria bolstered equity markets higher last week as better-than-expected economic data stole the headlines. Investors were more than happy to see a big jump in consumer confidence as well as an encouraging GDP report, both of which boosted confidence in the recovery. The biggest surprise on Wall Street was Ben Bernanke’s testimony before Congress; the Fed Chairman sparked volatile trading after he gave no indication that there would be an additional round of quantitative easing like many had anticipated [see Gold Hits Resistance, Time To Worry?]. Several key economic data releases from all over the globe as well as ongoing developments in the debt burdened Euro zone will likely dominate the headlines this week. Weekly Outlook The unemployment report will take center stage at home on Friday, while earlier in the week investors will also digest the latest European Central Bank rate decision. Below, we highlight ETFs that may [...]

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ETF Insider: Will Euro Woes Rain On The Bull’s Parade?

Stoyan Bojinov — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:10:57 +0000

Equity markets soared to multi-month highs last week as investors digested encouraging economic data on the home front coupled with positive corporate performance surprises. Wall Street ended the week on a high note after the unemployment rate fell to 8.3%, paving the way for the bulls before Superbowl weekend. Looking forward, with earnings seasons dwindling down to its final releases, investors will need to once again consider the situation in Europe. Greek debt woes have resurfaced early this week as lawmakers overseas continue to struggle to reach a bailout agreement. With no major economic data releases at home this week, investors will likely have to shift their attention back to the debt burdened currency bloc, whether they like it or not. Weekly Outlook The coming week will be filled with central bank meetings and key inflation data releases. Below, we highlight ETFs that may see an increase in trading activity [...]

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ETF Insider: Make Way For The Bulls

Stoyan Bojinov — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:00:34 +0000

Our bearish suspicions proved incorrect last week as bullish euphoria on Wall Street was bolstered by a string of better-than-expected economic reports. On the home front, construction spending, motor vehicles sales, and jobless claims all beat analyst expectations. The big story was Friday’s employment report, which tipped stocks higher to close out the week after the unemployment rate dipped to 8.3% from 8.5%. Greek debt negotiations have also been moving along and investors appear to be regaining a bit of the confidence in the beat down currency bloc. Actionable ETF Trade Ideas Last Week’s Actionable ETF Ideas Ticker Position Performance EEM Short -3.6% ZROZ Long -4.8% FXA Short -1.6% Our picks from Monday’s Insider posted a dismal performance this past week as our defensive calls didn’t hold too well amidst the euphoria. Below, we highlight how our trade ideas fared during the week [sign up for a free trial [...]

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ETF Insider: Bears Are Lurking Around The Corner

Stoyan Bojinov — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:39:01 +0000

After an up-down performance across equity markets last week, investors will look to revive bullish momentum on Wall Street as earnings season continues full speed ahead. The spotlight will also turn to Fed Chair Ben Bernanke as he is set to testify before Congress on Thursday, an event that usually comes away with a detailed outlook on our economy. Stocks have gotten off to a hot start in 2012 and will look to close out the first month of trading in bright green territory, however, several lingering concerns may derail the bull train; Euro zone jitters could very well resurface as investors fret over lackluster developments in the debt burdened currency bloc, while disappointing earnings at home will only add to the cloud of uncertainty. Weekly Outlook The coming week will be stacked with earnings releases and economic data reports on the home front. Below, we highlight ETFs that may [...]

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ETF Insider: Volatility Is Still Lurking

Stoyan Bojinov — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:05:55 +0000

Domestic equity indexes snapped out of their loosing streak last week as investor confidence in the markets improved after a robust start to the holiday shopping season. The bulls charged through Wall Street on Wednesday after a global central bank initiative to lower the cost of dollar funding through swap arrangements sent a wave of buying-euphoria across equity markets. Excitement cooled off before the weekend, despite a better-than-expected U.S. unemployment report, and we expect for volatility to remain abundant this week given the unresolved Euro zone debt drama along with several key central bank meetings. Weekly Outlook The coming week will be a bit sparse on economic data releases on the home front, with central bank meetings across the globe dominating international news. Below, we highlight ETFs that may see an increase in trading activity as relevant market data is released and evaluated by investors: CurrencyShares Australian Dollar Trust (FXA): [...]

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ETF Insider: It’s All Greek To Me

Stoyan Bojinov — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Euro zone debt woes took investors for another roller coaster ride as uncertainty from overseas led to volatile trading across equity markets all over the globe. Investors were spooked early in the week after Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou announced a proposal for a referendum to the three-pronged “bailout plan” proposed by EU leaders earlier in Brussels. Selling pressures hit the street as investors scrambled for the safe havens, fearing that Greece would succumb to default. However, euphoria quickly returned to the markets after Greece decided to solidify its place in the currency bloc and scrapped the referendum. Domestic equity indexes finished the week in red territory as stocks faced headwinds on Friday despite the better-than-expected unemployment report at home. Actionable ETF Trade Ideas Last Week’s Actionable ETF Ideas Ticker Position Performance FXA Short +3.1% EWJ Long -1.5% IEF Long +1.7% Our picks from Monday’s Insider performed quite well during [...]

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ETF Insider: Greek Drama Steals Spotlight

Stoyan Bojinov — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 22:45:53 +0000

Stocks got off to a fairly weak start on Monday as investors took profits off the table given last weeks monster gains. Euro zone debt woes resurfaced on Tuesday, dragging down equity markets all over the globe, after Greek Prime Minister, George Papandreou, put the latest “bailout plan” to a referendum. Greek default fears returned to the market and investors were quick to sell, although domestic equity indexes reclaimed lost ground the following day. Surprisingly, Ben Bernanke did not spook the markets today as investors were cautiously bullish after the Fed made no announcement of additional stimulus, perhaps suggesting that the economy is on its way to a slow, but steady, recovery. Gold has been inching above support at the $1,700 level so far this week, and the precious metal closed right around $1,735 an ounce on Wednesday. Checking In: Trading Ideas This week, our technical trading ideas included a [...]

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ETF Insider: Bulls Look To Sustain Momentum

Stoyan Bojinov — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:00:35 +0000

Improving optimism over the Euro zone debt negotiations coupled with positive earnings and economic data releases at home pushed stock markets higher last week. Investor confidence improved considerably as domestic equity indexes climbed higher above key resistance levels and held onto gains the entire week. Bailout talks in the Euro zone reignited fears of inflation, paving the way higher for gold. The precious metal finally broke out of its trading range and settled near $1,740 an ounce to close out the week. We anticipate relatively higher volatility in the markets this week given the pivotal FOMC talk and ECB interest rate decision. Weekly Outlook The coming week will focus on the European Central Bank interest rate decision, while at home investors will be paying close attention to the latest unemployment figure. Below, we highlight ETFs that may see an increase in trading activity as relevant market data is released and [...]

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For ETF Investors, Currency Exposure Matters (More Than You Might Think)

Stoyan Bojinov — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:00:39 +0000

Equity markets have taken investors for a wild ride over the past three months with chaotic trading dominating virtually every nook and corner of Wall Street. Amidst the volatility, investors have been seeking out refuge and fleeing to “safer” asset classes; although rational, this approach inevitability overlooks certain corners of the market that may in fact be a lot less riskier than most investors might think. Currency exposure in particular is often times overlooked, especially when stock markets are unfriendly, due to preconceived notions about the risks and rewards associated with this misunderstood asset class. When picking an ETF investment, many advisors don’t give a whole lot of thought to currency exposure, often times deeming it as far too risky or complex for their portfolio’s needs. In fact, many investors may not have a strong opinion on the Brazilian real, Japanese yuan, or the Australian dollar [see Currency ETFs Of [...]

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