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  1. Inverse ETFs
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Inverse ETFs

2015-09-29

Inverse ETFs allow for downside exposure of certain indexes and sectors. They are used by investors with a bearish market outlook and who want to bet against the market. Below are our best articles on inverse ETF funds, breaking down how these funds work and what options there are for ETF investors.

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Investing in Inverse ETFs for a Market Correction

Bob CiuraOct 26, 2015
2015-10-26

When investing in the stock market, some investors may think the only way to profit is from the...

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Inverse Bond ETFs & Their Opportunity

Aaron LevittOct 19, 2015
2015-10-19

Perhaps the biggest investing “story” of the year is whether or not the Federal Reserve is going...

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The Pros and Cons of Inverse ETFs

Vanessa PageSep 30, 2015
2015-09-30

Inverse ETFs are funds that try to perform the opposite of an underlying index or sector....

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How to Use Inverse ETFs to Hedge Your Portfolio

Tanmoy RoySep 28, 2015
2015-09-28

Say you built your portfolio with care. You put in the time and energy to learn the basics and...

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What Is an Inverse ETF?

Vanessa PageSep 25, 2015
2015-09-25

Inverse ETFs are exactly what they sound like: ETFs that try to perform the opposite to whichever...

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