TOPIC - Index Funds

 
The Vanguard Challenge

Paul Amery, editor of IndexUniverse.eu, interviews Tom Rampulla, head of Vanguard Group’s UK operations, and asks him about the company’s plans for European expansion.

IU.eu Thursday, 25 June 2009
 
Buy And Hold What?

The odds of a double-dip recession are growing. Emerging markets and corporate bonds appear vulnerable. But some areas look attractive.

John Serrapere Wednesday, 24 June 2009
 
A Tale Of Two Benchmarks

A study explaining the return differential between the S&P SmallCap 600 and the Russell 2000.

Aye M. Soe and Srikant Dash Tuesday, 23 June 2009
 
New Multifactored Index Funds: Too Complex?

Transparent Value teams with Dow Jones in requesting approval for three new index mutual funds.

Heather Bell Monday, 22 June 2009
 
Bayer Cutting Back In Emerging Markets

Toronto-based adviser taking advantage of rally to sell high-flying stocks and buy more of his favorite bond exchange-traded funds.

IndexUniverse Staff Monday, 22 June 2009
 
June 22: ETF News Digest
IndexUniverse Staff Monday, 22 June 2009
 
Vanguard Launches UK-Based Index Funds
Paul Amery Wednesday, 17 June 2009
 
Which Beta?

The debate over the most appropriate way to invest by index is heating up.

Paul Amery Tuesday, 16 June 2009
 
Equity Index Annuities: Great Idea Or Flawed Flop?

Uncertain times are leading to more pitches for these complex insurance products. Can they really help build a reliable and secure income stream?

Jeremy Burger Wednesday, 10 June 2009
 
Litman/Gregory Finding Value In Junk

Firm's managers still bullish about high-yield bonds as well as emerging market stocks in their model portfolios using ETFs and index funds.

IndexUniverse Staff Friday, 29 May 2009
 
GM Leaving The Dow (Soon)

General Motor's bankruptcy is all but a sure thing, and with it, the company's 81-year run as a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average will come to a merciful end.

Matthew Hougan Tuesday, 26 May 2009
 
Suze Orman Can Woo A Crowd, But Can She Invest?

Among the many fans of Suze Orman is Cheryl Curran. Still, the Seattle-based adviser is wary of Orman’s investment recommendations.

Cheryl Curran Thursday, 21 May 2009
 
Stewart Vs. Cramer

Jon Stewart torched Jim Cramer live on TV, but did he do more harm than good by slamming long-term investing as well?

Murray Coleman Wednesday, 18 March 2009
 
Yes On Fiduciary Duty

The CEO of the Investment Company Institute suggested yesterday that the providers of financial advice should act in the best interests of clients. The scary thing is: People were surprised.

Matthew Hougan Tuesday, 10 March 2009
 
Sauter: Avoid Irrational Exuberance With Alternatives

Vanguard's CIO doesn't see equities as any less appealing these days, and warns investors not to get too carried away with exotic asset classes.

IndexUniverse Staff Wednesday, 25 February 2009
 
E-Trade To Close Four Index Mutual Funds

Discount broker to shutter its four index mutual funds with around $400 million in total assets.

IndexUniverse Staff Wednesday, 25 February 2009
 
IndexUniverse's Data Tool Updated

IndexUniverse.com's data tool specific to exchange-traded-funds and exchange-traded notes is now updated through 2008.

IndexUniverse Staff Saturday, 14 February 2009
 
Enhanced Index Funds Mount Comeback
While enhanced indexes won by a fairly healthy amount in 2008, strip out inverse funds from the group and a different picture emerges.
Murray Coleman Thursday, 12 February 2009
 
Feb. 3: The Best ETF Articles In The National Media

 

IndexUniverse Staff Tuesday, 03 February 2009
 
Despite Bad Mistakes, 75/50 Strategies Bouncing Back

Manager critiques last year's errors and explains his latest moves using largely index funds and ETFs to create a hedge-fundlike portfolio.  

John Serrapere Monday, 02 February 2009
 
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