ETF: Exchange Traded Funds

Zacks Rank	Definition
1	Strong Buy
2	Buy
3	Hold
4	Sell
5	Strong Sell

Brexit: Still a Thing

by Mark Vickery Published on March 20,2017

The U.K. will officially begin the decoupling process from the Eurozone on March 29.

Will St. Paddy's Market Be Wearin' o' the Green?

by Mark Vickery Published on March 17,2017

With Q4 earnings season over, the Fed interest rate raise already having happened and priced into the market, and another massive day of NCAA Basketball Tournament games collide with St. Patrick???s Day on this Friday, we???re not sure what to expect as far as overall productivity on a day like today.

Why Do Equal Weight ETFs Outperform?

by Sweta Killa Published on March 16,2017

Equal weight ETFs do a great job in managing single-security risk thanks to their equal allocation in the entire spectrum of market capitalization levels regardless of size.

Jobless Claims, Housing Starts and GoPro Make Headlines

by Mark Vickery Published on March 16,2017

Futures are higher again today, with several data points bolstering the relative strength we???re seeing throughout the domestic economy.

Is the ETF Industry Outpacing Hedge Funds?

by Zacks Equity Research Published on March 15,2017

The ETF industry grew at a faster pace than hedge funds in 2016, according to a study conducted by ETFGI.

Bet on These Quality ETFs as March Hike is Most Likely

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on March 15,2017

A few reasons to bet on quality ETFs now.

Nothing/No One Matters More than This Woman Today

by Mark Vickery Published on March 15,2017

Markets have been pulling the foot off the gas for more than a week ahead of the understanding that the Fed would raise rates this afternoon.

235K New Jobs Remove Last Stop from Fed Rate Hike

by Mark Vickery Published on March 10,2017

235K new jobs were created in the month of February, continuing the strong labor market we???ve seen for nearly the entire past year.

Can You Beat the S&P 500 with an Index Fund?

by Eric Dutram Published on March 10,2017

Can investors beat the S&P 500 by using an equal weight strategy? In this edition of the Dutram Report, we explore this technique and if it is a good idea for investors seeking to beat the important benchmark.

Can You Beat the S&P 500 at Its Own Game?

by Eric Dutram Published on March 09,2017

Can investors beat the S&P 500 by using an equal weight strategy? In this edition of the Dutram Report, we explore this technique and if it is a good idea for investors seeking to beat the important benchmark.

How Consumer ETFs Crushed the S&P 500 Bull Market Run

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on March 09,2017

Why consumer ETFs outperformed the S&P 500 in its eight-year bull market.

The Best Performing ETFs of the Bull Market Might Surprise You

by Eric Dutram Published on March 08,2017

Which ETFs have crushed the market since the bull run began? You might be surprised to find out which are at the top of the list.

ADP Posts Blowout 298K New Jobs

by Mark Vickery Published on March 08,2017

ADP posted 298K jobs in the month of February ??? a full 100K higher than the 188K expected by analysts.

Energy and Gold Mining: 2 ETFs to Watch on Outsized Volume

by Sweta Killa Published on March 07,2017

PXJ and GDXJ saw massive trading volumes in yesterday session.

Emerging Market & Gold: Two ETFs Trading with Outsized Volume

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on March 03,2017

IAU and DEM saw massive trading volumes in Thursday's trading session.

Lowest Weekly Jobless Claims in 44 Years, SNAP Goes Public

by Mark Vickery Published on March 02,2017

223K new jobless claims is the lowest since March of 1973 as the markets climb ever higher. Will these fortunes befall the new Snap Inc. (SNAP) IPO?

Best & Worst ETFs of February 2017

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on March 01,2017

Inside the top and flop ETFs of February.

Low Volatility ETFs in Fine Fettle Despite a Bull Market

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on March 01,2017

These low volatility ETFs hit a 52-week high each lately even in a raging bull market.

Market Likes President Acting Presidential

by Mark Vickery Published on March 01,2017

???While we may be a nation divided on policies, we are a country that stands united in condemning hate and evil,??? the President said.

Hit ETFs & Stocks from the Top Sector of February

by Sweta Killa Published on March 01,2017

Inside the best performing sector of February and their best ETFs & stocks.

Brains Prefer Stories to Make Decisions

by Kevin Cook Published on February 28,2017

Looking at the neuroscience -- and the Hollywood science -- behind the power of stories.

February ETF Asset Report: EM Gains, U.S. Loses

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on February 28,2017

Inside the ETF asset flows in February.

Q4 GDP Can't Clear 2% Threshold

by Mark Vickery Published on February 28,2017

We're still at 1.9% on this second (of three) GDP reports. Full-year 2016 growth reached a paltry 1.6%, its worst performance in five years.

5 Alternative ETFs to Avoid 'Cognitive Dissonance' in Market

by Sanghamitra Saha Published on February 27,2017

If you believe that the market rally is about to end after a stellar run, you can counter risks with these alternative ETFs.

5 Reasons Why Small-Cap ETFs Are Lagging Large Caps in 2017