Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have become popular because they allow investors to own a diversified set of securities, such as U.S. stocks, at a low cost. The following ETFs offer a simple way for anyone to start investing in U.S. Stocks. SPY ETF (S&P500) The SPY ETF is one of the most popular funds that aims to track the S&P500. The S&P ...
Governments, corporations and municipalities issue bonds when they need capital. A bond pays interest periodically and repays the principal at a stated time, known as maturity. Bonds are categorized by type, maturity, and credit rating. Bonds are vulnerable to inflation as well as changes in interest rates. Rising rates will result in falling bonds prices (and vice-versa). A bond ETF tracks ...
International Stock ETFs are funds that seek to provide exposure to any nation in the world. This includes both developed and emerging markets. ETFs offer a convenient way for investors to access foreign markets. Rebalancing between U.S. stocks and international stocks (non-U.S.) reduces portfolio risk and increases portfolio returns over the long term. The following ETFs are used in the Global Stable ...