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[LESS INFO] 83 VIEWS | ADDED 14:00:31 04/14/11
Morningstar ETF analyst Mike Rawson surveys the pros and cons of the different strategies employed by dividend ETFs.
ETFs and a Total Re...
75 Views 17:45:57 04/13/11
Morningstar's Christine Benz outlines the mechanics and reasoning behind the total return approach she advocates for her model ETF portfolios.
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Morningstar's Christine Benz outlines the mechanics and reasoning behind the total return approach she advocates for her model ETF portfolios.
Rivelle: Rates Coul...
85 Views 14:40:23 04/13/11
We could see a very significant rise in interest rates when the Fed ends its zero rate financing program, says Met West CIO Tad Rivelle.
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We could see a very significant rise in interest rates when the Fed ends its zero rate financing program, says Met West CIO Tad Rivelle.
A Closer Look at Bi...
90 Views 19:15:03 04/12/11
Recent moves don't necessarily mean that Gross has completely forsworn anything having to do with the U.S. government, says Morningstar's Eric Jacobson.
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Recent moves don't necessarily mean that Gross has completely forsworn anything having to do with the U.S. government, says Morningstar's Eric Jacobson.
Tailwinds for Emerg...
94 Views 17:00:08 04/12/11
A mix of positive credit fundamentals, attractive valuations, and cross-over appeal with traditional U.S. bond managers should continue to support emerging-markets...
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A mix of positive credit fundamentals, attractive valuations, and cross-over appeal with traditional U.S. bond managers should continue to support emerging-markets corporate debt performance, says DoubleLine's Luz Padilla.
Is There a Right Wa...
75 Views 15:00:06 04/12/11
Morningstar's Paul Justice explains why these ETFs don't perform the way many investors expect, even though they are working as stated.
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Morningstar's Paul Justice explains why these ETFs don't perform the way many investors expect, even though they are working as stated.
Gundlach: Two Ways ...
78 Views 18:15:47 04/11/11
Investors would lose money in munis if interest rates rise, and on the flip side, could also lose money if a souring economy worsens an already dire fiscal situati...
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Investors would lose money in munis if interest rates rise, and on the flip side, could also lose money if a souring economy worsens an already dire fiscal situation, says the Doubleline manager.
Gundlach: Stock Mar...
90 Views 14:26:27 04/11/11
A creative bond portfolio will likely outperform equities in 2011 as the possibility of an economic slowdown in the back half of the year rises, says DoubleLine's ...
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A creative bond portfolio will likely outperform equities in 2011 as the possibility of an economic slowdown in the back half of the year rises, says DoubleLine's Jeffrey Gundlach.
Where the Chips Fel...
75 Views 21:00:10 04/08/11
Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser on the week's deal-flow in potato chips, computer chips, and other curious wagers.
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Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser on the week's deal-flow in potato chips, computer chips, and other curious wagers.
The Slow-Cooking Jo...
72 Views 14:00:15 04/08/11
A depressed housing market has capped job growth thus far, but ultimate improvement there could help extend the recovery longer than usual, says Morningstar's Bob ...
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A depressed housing market has capped job growth thus far, but ultimate improvement there could help extend the recovery longer than usual, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Put Paperwork in It...
72 Views 17:00:58 04/07/11
Morningstar's Christine Benz on smart document management and what new cost-basis legislation means for recordkeeping.
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Morningstar's Christine Benz on smart document management and what new cost-basis legislation means for recordkeeping.
Single Biggest Vehi...
92 Views 16:30:25 04/06/11
MFS chairman emeritus and author Bob Pozen discusses the merits of the automatic IRA and automatic opt-in.
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MFS chairman emeritus and author Bob Pozen discusses the merits of the automatic IRA and automatic opt-in.
The Benefits of Wor...
85 Views 16:15:24 04/05/11
Delaying full retirement may look more attractive when you add up all the benefits, monetary and otherwise.
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Delaying full retirement may look more attractive when you add up all the benefits, monetary and otherwise.
Has Health-Care Ref...
86 Views 19:15:17 04/04/11
Pricing power may be diminished somewhat, but patent protections should continue to bolster big pharma's competitive advantage, says Morningstar's Damien Conover.
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Pricing power may be diminished somewhat, but patent protections should continue to bolster big pharma's competitive advantage, says Morningstar's Damien Conover.
European Luxury-Goo...
82 Views 14:00:50 04/04/11
Strong demand in developing markets and around the globe is lifting sales, and valuations, for luxury-goods makers.
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Strong demand in developing markets and around the globe is lifting sales, and valuations, for luxury-goods makers.
What Were They Thin...
77 Views 21:15:54 04/01/11
Morningstar markets editor Jeremy Glaser considers some curious judgment calls from the week.
With equity valuations still relatively attractive, investors should shift their attention toward the more cyclical areas of the market to play a second-stage recovery, says Schwab chief investment strategist Liz Ann Sonders.