A raft of new commodity-focused exchange-traded products employ a novel methodology to keep "contango" at bay. Read More
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
A raft of new commodity-focused exchange-traded products employ a novel methodology to keep "contango" at bay. Read More
S&P downgraded its credit outlook for the US, shaking markets. ETF investors should consider local currency bonds. Read More
There's no reason for ETF investors to fear a rebalancing of the Nasdaq index...At least not this time around. Read More
- April 13, 2011
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The returns on an average money market fund are almost nonexistent. This ETF is an option for the yield-starved investor with cash on hand. Read More
- April 13, 2011
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Japan’s nuclear crisis has sent shockwaves through the global nuclear power industry. But atomic power is here to stay. Read More
Newly launched ETFs may be alluring, but they're a risky proposition for investors. Read More
- April 4, 2011
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Despite a solid track record, this fund has flown under the radar... Read More
- April 4, 2011
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Investing overseas isn't as risky as you might think... Read More
- April 4, 2011
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Kevin Mahn says that global crises can lead to opportunities for investors... Read More