by Michael Barton | Economics, Index Funds, Portfolio Strategy
A Potted history of Eurozone Debt. The Euro was introduced in January 1999 as a virtual currency, and in 2002 was introduced in its physical, ‘real’ form. The overriding aim of the single currency was, and remains, to foster closer political and economic ties between...
by Joseph McCauley | ETF, Index Funds, Mutual Fund, Portfolio Strategy
It is hard to argue against a strategy that produces a better return than most investment choices. Data shows that most investors, including the majority of active stock pickers, would fare better in the long run if they just bought a representation of the entire...
by Michael Barton | ETF, Index Funds, Investing 101
Being easy to trade and easy to understand, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are perfect for speculation, or hedging a portfolio. You can even mix and match different ETF’s to achieve short term gains from difficult market conditions, and take a view on a wider global...
