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.
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Although the odds of another recession are long, a market correction is in the cards this summer. Income-oriented investors should adopt a defensive posture for their portfolios. Read More
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Pent up demand has resulted in a thriving market for tech-related IPOs in 2011. But the individual investor rarely has access to the IPO pipeline. These two ETFs can get you in on the game. Read More
Weakness in the labor and housing markets has renewed fears of another recession. This is unlikely. But investors should gird themselves for a market correction this summer. Read More
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Floating-rate debt is a good defense against rising rates. Read More
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Many predict a market correction. This manager can navigate a downdraft. Read More
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Larry Seruma tells us about the last investment frontier. Read More
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Target-date mutual funds have gotten a bad rap. But these funds can be winners for investors with realistic expectations. Read More
We’ve reached a high point for new ETF issuance and competition within the industry. Expect a raft of ETF closures later this year. Read More
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Dependable income from an under-the-radar name... Read More