ETF Prime

At the beginning of every new year, so-called experts run rampant with financial market predictions.  We explain the allure of such predictions and examine their track record of accuracy.  We also spotlight the recently launched Pacer AutoPilot Hedged European Index ETF (ticker PAEU) , which offers a unique twist on currency hedging.

We revisit some of our favorite guest interviews from the second half of 2015 including Morningstar’s Ben Johnson on active versus passive management, ETF.com’s Matt Hougan on the continued rise of ETFs, and Vanguard’s Ed Saracino on bonds and bond ETFs.

Tushar Yadava, Investment Strategist at iShares , looks back on the year that was in stocks and looks ahead to 2016. Nate & Conor also discuss recent ETF fee reductions from iShares and spotlight the iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG) .

Jeremy Schwartz, Director of Research at WisdomTree , breaks down the decision of whether or not to hedge currency exposure in your international stock positions.  Nate & Conor also spotlight the WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity ETF (ticker DXJ) .

Jimmy Houlehan, CPA & Partner with Boan, Connealy, & Houlehan, joins us in studio to talk year-end tax planning moves.  Nate & Conor also explain why ETFs can offer greater tax efficiency than mutual funds.

Nate & Jason discuss key items to tackle before year-end to keep your investments and finances on track. Sean O’Hara, Director of Pacer Financial , spotlights the Pacer lineup of ETFs including the Trendpilot 750 ETF (PTLC) .

Alpha Architect’s Jack Vogel, one of the authors of “ DIY Financial Advisor “, discusses key investor takeaways from his new book including why you should be wary of “investment experts”.  Nate & Jason also spotlight the ValueShares International Quantitative Value ETF (ticker IVAL) .

Ed Saracino, Senior Investment Analyst at Vanguard, discusses navigating bonds in today’s challenging environment and also spotlights several Vanguard bond ETFs .  Nate & Conor explain the differences between investing in individual bonds, bond mutual funds, and bond ETFs.

We answer your ETF questions including on ‘ETFs of ETFs’ and low volatility ETFs.  Neil Macneale, owner of the 2-for-1 Index which powers the USCF Stock Split ETF (TOFR) , explains stock splits and why he believes investors can benefit from them.

Leading ETF research firm ETF.com recently published a list of the 15 most important ETFs .  Nate & Jason discuss these ETF industry game changers.  Kevin Kelly, Chief Investment Officer at Recon Capital Partners , also spotlights the NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF (QYLD) .

Mike Savage, Managing Director & Portfolio Strategist at Charles Schwab , joins us in studio to discuss the unique behaviors of Millennial investors, including why Millennials view ETFs as the future building blocks of portfolios .  Nate and Jason also offer five ETFs for Millennial investors to consider.

ETFs have been called the next generation mutual funds.  What are ETFs, how exactly do they compare to mutual funds, and how do you select the right ones for your portfolio?  Nate, Conor, & Jason explain the basics and offer some helpful tips.

With yet another mutual fund giant making the leap into ETFs , we explain how investors are reaping the rewards. We also walk through fund fee basics and AlphaClone’s Maz Jadallah & Brad Bredemann spotlight the AlphaClone Alternative Alpha ETF (ALFA) .

Oil continues to play a major role in the financial markets, economy, and even politics.  Matt Smith, Director of Commodity Research at ClipperData joins us to discuss the unique dynamics of the oil market.   Van Eck Global’s Brandon Rakszawski also spotlights two oil-related Market Vectors ETFs .

With cash outperforming both stocks and bonds for the first time since 1990 , we continue last week’s conversation on the merits of alternative investment options.  Plus, IndexIQ’s Executive V.P. & Chief Portfolio Strategist, Kevin DiSano, spotlights hedge fund replication and currency hedged ETFs.

We explain what the weather in Miami has to do with your investment portfolio and why proper diversification is critical in today’s markets.  Simeon Hyman, Head of Investment Strategy at ProShares , also discusses the importance of alternative investments and spotlights several ProShares ETFs.

Matt Hougan, CEO of ETF.com , discusses the continued rise of ETFs and his 3 ETF predictions for the remainder of 2015 .  Nate & Conor also explain recent trading issues surrounding ETFs and spotlight the Vanguard Total International Bond ETF (BNDX) .

We answer your questions on ETFs and investing.  Topics include recent ETF trading issues, oil ETFs, and mutual fund cash drag.  Nate & Conor also spotlight the popular iPath S&P 500 VIX Short Term Futures ETN (VXX), a product most investors would be well-advised to steer clear from.

With volatility returning to the financial markets, gold has been thrust back into the spotlight.  Juan Carlos Artigas, Director of Investment Research at the World Gold Council , joins us to discuss whether gold makes sense for long-term investors and offer his perspective on the current gold market.  Nate & Conor also highlight several gold-related ETFs.

Financial literacy is important not only when it comes to investing, but in all aspects of our financial and personal lives.  Latoya Goree, Director of the Center for Economic Education at the University of Missouri Kansas City and Interim Director for the Missouri Council on Economic Education , joins us in studio to discuss how we can improve financial literacy, resulting in better outcomes for...

Amazingly, it’s been said the best financial advice can fit on a single index card.  Nate, Conor, & Jason try their hand at this exercise, attempting to simplify an unnecessarily complicated investment world.  Also, Jeff Klearman, Chief Investment Officer at Rich Investment Solutions, spotlights the  ALPS Enhanced Put Write Strategy ETF (PUTX) .

Dave Nadig, Vice President & Director of ETFs at FactSet , discusses ETF growth trends and offers his thoughts on several new ETFs to hit the market.  Nate & Conor also explain an eyebrow-raising  Wall Street Journal report on mutual fund fees and talk currency values according to the most recent Big Mac Index .

We answer your questions including how to select the right ETFs for your portfolio and where to find mutual fund and ETF costs. Nate and Jason also spotlight the recently launched  O’Shares FTSE US Quality Dividend ETF (OUSA) , backed by Kevin O’Leary of ABC’s Shark Tank.

Dave Mazza, Head of Research for SPDR ETFs at StateStreet Global Advisors, discusses where ETF investors have been placing their money in 2015 and also spotlights the SPDR DoubleLine Total Return Tactical ETF (TOTL) .

In Part Two of our two-part series on active versus passive management, we discuss the psychology of index investing and why you may have to overcome natural tendencies in order to achieve success as an investor.  Frank Holmes, CEO & Chief Investment Officer of U.S. Global Investors , also spotlights the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS) tracking the airline industry.