Benjamin Shepherd is a recognized exchange-traded fund (ETF), mutual fund and stock expert with an extensive background analyzing time-tested funds, including their managers and strategies. Ben looks for investments that have proven themselves in both bull and bear markets. Ben also specializes in covering emerging markets, pinpointing the most dynamic investments in developing nations for market-beating growth.
Ben is an analyst for Global Income Edge and regularly contributes to Personal Finance, Investing Daily’s flagship product.
Analyst Articles
- July 20, 2011
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Investors need not take drastic action now that the second round of quantitative easing has ended. Read More
Past is prologue. But when it comes to predicting the effect a potential US default on Aug. 2, the historical record is scant. These ETFs will protect your portfolio in the unlikely event of a default. Read More
Passive investing has its staunch supporters. But are there hidden costs for ETF and mutual fund investors who follow a passive investing strategy? Read More
- July 13, 2011
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It's time to take stock of the past six months and look forward to the second half of the year. Despite the negative headlines from Europe and Washington, the situation isn't as dire as one might think. Read More
- July 13, 2011
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The Arab Spring has resulted in a tidy gain for one of our Portfolio holdings. But we expect future upside to come as events unfold in Libya and Egypt. Read More
- July 6, 2011
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Tired of being locked out? Get in on the IPO market. Read More
- July 6, 2011
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Adopt a defensive posture in your portfolio. Read More
- July 6, 2011
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Kevin Mahn talks straight about a Greek default. Read More