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The Best Biotech ETFs to Buy Ahead of ASCO

Posted: May 14, 2019 at 9:38 am

The 55th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is just around the corner. Biotech and pharmaceutical companies will descend on Chicago for a five-day all-out conference ...
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Uber, Lyft and the Gig Economy’s First ETF

Posted: May 14, 2019 at 9:22 am

Now that the Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and the Lyft Inc. (NASDAQ: LYFT) initial public offerings are in the books, as well as in the red, do these IPOs ...
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M&A Targets Abound in Energy Sector

Posted: May 10, 2019 at 2:14 pm

Chevron Corp. (NYSE: CVX) just pocketed some $9 billion—more than $8 billion it didn't spend to acquire Anadarko plus $1 billion in a breakup, probably paid by Occidental, which outbid ...
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5 ETFs That Invest Like Hedge Funds

Posted: May 9, 2019 at 11:27 am

Investing in hedge funds is a pricey proposition. First, investors must be willing to lock-up their cash (usually a lot of it) for up to three years. During that period, ...
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Wall Street Has a New Strategy for Legal Marijuana – Whenever That Happens

Posted: May 9, 2019 at 11:01 am

With evolving societal and regulatory landscapes, the upside potential of cannabis as a new investment strategy has emerged to complement the historically resilient characteristics of alcohol and tobacco. Cannabis stocks ...
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Which 3D Printing Company Is a Bonafide Winner? Hint: It’s Not 3D Systems

Posted: May 8, 2019 at 1:50 pm

3D printer maker 3D Systems Corp. (NYSE: DDD) posted larger-than-expected misses on both the top and bottom lines for the first quarter, and investors are administering severe punishment as a ...
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China and Iran Increase Interest in Major Gold ETFs

Posted: May 8, 2019 at 7:40 am

If one thing has proven true over the years and works in favor of the gold bugs, it is that the price of gold thrives on geopolitical uncertainty. With U.S. ...
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Why One Firm Issued a 3350 Target for the S&P 500 in 2020

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 12:20 pm

Despite a recent setback in trade talks and in stock market performance, and despite the "sell in May and go away" theme taking hold, 2019 has been an incredibly strong ...
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5 ETFs Targeting a Healthier America

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 10:20 am

Eating a nutritious and well-balanced diet, exercising regularly and abstaining from bad habits like smoking — while by no means a guarantee — greatly increase one’s odds of living a long ...
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4 ETFs Tracking the Might of the US Military

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 7:10 am

In the 10 years between 2011 and 2020, the U.S. Department of Defense budget will rise by about 15.6%, from $855.1 billion to an estimated $989 billion. The total includes ...
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With $21.66 Billion in Q1 Net Income, Berkshire Hathaway’s Share Buybacks Remain Muted

Posted: May 4, 2019 at 10:35 am

This weekend marked the "Stockpalooza" event for investors, which of course is the annual meeting for Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A). Warren Buffett and team had reported a dismal fourth ...
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How Investors Can Get Into Hot IPOs With ETFs and Similar Strategies

Posted: May 2, 2019 at 10:20 am

After a turbulent and volatile 2018, there are many companies that plan to conduct initial public offerings (IPOs) in 2019. Some companies already have formally filed their S-1 and equivalent ...
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Why Utilities ETFs Are So Appealing

Posted: May 2, 2019 at 8:35 am

For investors who want to get a good night's sleep, utilities have long been offered shelter from the storm. Virtually every person and company in the United States uses electricity ...
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Why a Small Drop in Gold Prices Actually Looks Impressive in ETFs and Investments in 2019

Posted: May 2, 2019 at 8:15 am

It may seem hard for the gold bugs to celebrate that gold was last seen down about 3% in dollar terms so far in 2019, but against the backdrop of ...
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Why Investors Have a Hard Time Investing in Social Media and Media Funds

Posted: April 30, 2019 at 11:20 am

Social media is a powerful force in society today as it allows users to amplify their voices and interact with the world. Some great causes and undertakings have been supported ...
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