After a lull in August, this month's pace of ETF launches has been torrid. But not all of these newly launched ETFs are worthwhile. Read More

Here’s how to play the global population’s ever-expanding appetite. Read More

The latest addition to our Income & Hedges Portfolio allows investors to benefit from growing energy demand while avoiding the rollercoaster ride of rising and falling oil prices. Read More

A new lineup of ETFs breathes life into a maligned investment strategy. Read More

Volatility in the markets and economic worries have driven investors to the hills and sent the price of gold skyrocketing. But the future remains bright for the yellow metal; there are still ways to play this safe-haven trade. Read More

Not every economy in Europe is struggling. Germany remains a bastion of strength. Read More

Treasury yields don’t appear to have room to fall further and bond funds of all stripes—with the exception of junk-bond funds—have been the year’s top performers. But low yields have made it difficult for income-seeking investors to make a buck. This equity fund may court risk, but its unusual investment strategy results in an attractive yield. Read More

Blame the perception that fat-cat bankers are profiting from government largesse, or the mounting worries of a looming global recession, but financials have become the sector that investors love to hate. Although most sectors periodically have caught a break amid the market’s volatility, financials have consistently led the way down. But Derek Rollingson, manager of ICON Financial (ICFSX, 800-764-0442), believes that the pervasive sense of negativity has made the financial sector one of the best values in today’s market. Read More

Investors tend to chase performance, buying when prices are high and selling when prices are low. Consistency is the key to avoiding the pitfalls of investing. Read More