When to buy an ETF for maximum return

When to buy an ETF for maximum return

To determine when to buy ETFs, some investors use technical analysis and other tools. But you need to dig deeper.
Investors often wonder: what is a good entry point when purchasing a stock or an ETF?

The first question before asking when to buy an ETF, when… Read More

Dividend vs. Index Investing, or Both?

Dividend vs. Index Investing, or Both?

Take into account various options when you consider dividend vs index investing: Not all index investments are equal, and dividends are a true sign of investment quality.
One big advantage of index funds when weighing dividend vs index investing is that they can help you avoid the… Read More

Allstate plans to sell small unit

ALLSTATE CORP. $132 is a hold. The company (New York symbol ALL; Finance sector; Shares outstanding: 261.7 million; Market cap: $34.5 billion; Dividend yield: 2.7%; Takeover Target Rating: Medium; www.allstate.com) is a leading provider of property and casualty, and other insurance products in the U.S. and Canada.
Activist investor Nelson… Read More

Two Canadian insurers spurred by Asia

Insurers write policies, collect premiums from customers, and then invest those premiums to meet future claims. That need to cover claims means they invest significant amounts of their funds in fixed-income instruments, namely bonds. That also means high interest rates are a boon to their… Read More