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5 Reasons Why EPS is One of The Most Important Stock Market Metrics
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Reasons Why EPS is One of The Most Important Stock Market Metrics

Let's take a closer look at perhaps one of the crucial metrics successful investors (including Warren Buffet!) and analysts utilize to assess stocks and investment funds.

5 Reasons Why Automated/Algorithmic Trading is not as Good as You Think
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Reasons Why Automated/Algorithmic Trading is not as Good as You Think

There are several reasons why automated trading may not be as good as you think, especially if you have a long-term investing perspective. Here are five key reasons why you should be more prudent about relying on automated trading tools.

3 Key Differences Between Fundamental and Technical Analysis and Their Pros and Cons
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

3 Key Differences Between Fundamental and Technical Analysis and Their Pros and Cons

Fundamental Analysis (FA) and Technical Analysis (TA) are the two primary and widely used methods for evaluating investment securities (such as stocks and ETFs).

3 Reasons Why The February Inflation Data Can Worsen the Bank Run Situation
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

3 Reasons Why The February Inflation Data Can Worsen the Bank Run Situation

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLI) just released the February Consumer Price Index (CPI) data early today (Wednesday), the 15th of March. It is perhaps the single most instrumental data in determining the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) short to medium-term monetary policy, as it represents a definitive and objective representation of the most recent inflation situation in the world's biggest economy.

5 Key Reasons for Silicon Valley Bank (SBV)'s Collapse: What it Means to You
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Key Reasons for Silicon Valley Bank (SBV)'s Collapse: What it Means to You

The announcement has sent shockwaves through the tech and banking industry and raised questions about the stability and resilience of the banking ecosystem. Let's explore 5 key reasons for Silicon Valley Bank (SBV)'s collapse: what it means to you

5 Reasons Why The Bear Market Could Be Finally Over
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Reasons Why The Bear Market Could Be Finally Over

There are several reasons to believe that the bear market could be coming to an end this year. In this article, we will explore five compelling reasons why we think that the bear market could be over and the bullish run could be starting.

How a Funds Performance is Essentially Just the Sum of its Parts [R]
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

How a Funds Performance is Essentially Just the Sum of its Parts [R]

When evaluating a fund's performance, it's easy to get caught up in the overall number at the end of the trading day and lose sight of the fact that it's essentially just the sum of its parts (or individual holdings). In other words, a fund's performance, regardless of the difference in weight methodology, is determined by the performance of the combined individual securities it holds.

Five of the Best AI ETFs to invest in 2023
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

Five of the Best AI ETFs to invest in 2023

As the world continues to embrace remarkable technological advancements, particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI), it's essential for us investors to stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on this rapidly growing industry. One way to best do this is by investing in leading AI Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).

Short Guide: How Many Investments and Asset Classes to Hold on Different Timeframes (5, 10, and 20 years) [T]
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

Short Guide: How Many Investments and Asset Classes to Hold on Different Timeframes (5, 10, and 20 years) [T]

Perhaps you may be conflicted with this question and are looking for a guide to help you out, or maybe you have already decided but are wondering if you made the right investment decisions.

5 Reasons Why Low-Cost Index Funds are the Way to Go
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Reasons Why Low-Cost Index Funds are the Way to Go

The world of investing can easily be seen as complex and complicated. Thus, it's crucial to have a clear investment philosophy. For John "Jack" Bogle, the founder and former CEO of Vanguard Group and coined as the "Father of Index Fund," that philosophy is simple - low-cost index funds are the way to go.

Personal Finance VS Traditional Economic Theory
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

Personal Finance VS Traditional Economic Theory

In the field of finance, two vital areas that dictate the course and phase of action of many private and public institutions are traditional economic theory and behavioral economics/finance (where personal finance falls under). In this regard, James J. Choi, a notable finance professor at Yale University, examined the top 50 most famous personal finance books in 2019 to compare and contrast the two disciplines.

Random Walk Theory: What It Is and 5 Reasons it Supports Investing in Low-Cost Index Funds
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

Random Walk Theory: What It Is and 5 Reasons it Supports Investing in Low-Cost Index Funds

Investing in the stock market can be daunting for many aspiring and even experienced investors. With countless options available, it can be overwhelming to determine the best approach to building a well-diversified portfolio that will give you the optimal return depending on your investment objective.

5 Reasons Why Quant Funds Are Worth Considering in Your Portfolio
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

5 Reasons Why Quant Funds Are Worth Considering in Your Portfolio

In recent years, Quant Funds have gained popularity among investors seeking a more "scientific" approach to portfolio management. For starters, quantitative funds, or "quant funds," are investment vehicles that use advanced mathematical models and complex algorithms to identify and capitalize on market inefficiencies.

The Best and Worst Performing ETFs of 2022
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By Educational Department, ETF Insider

The Best and Worst Performing ETFs of 2022

To say 2022 was challenging for the global stock market is an understatement. In just one year, the global economy faced some of the most devastating events in recent history. In light of this, let's underline three ETFs that performed the worst in 2022 while simultaneously highlighting the three ETF outliers that glowed during this turmoil.

Data Visualization: An Essential Element of Portfolio Management
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By Ron Koren, ETF Insider

Data Visualization: An Essential Element of Portfolio Management

For years, investors have been forced to rely on data presented in tables and numbers..

Managing Concentration Risk to Improve Portfolio Performance
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By Ron Koren, ETF Insider

Managing Concentration Risk to Improve Portfolio Performance

Concentration risks come in many forms. Identify exactly where you may be exposed.

The Unseen Risks of Fund Overlap
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By Ron Koren, ETF Insider

The Unseen Risks of Fund Overlap

Diversification has long been touted as the key to successful investing..

Optimize your Portfolio using the Efficient Frontier
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By Ron Koren, ETF Insider

Optimize your Portfolio using the Efficient Frontier

The efficient frontier is a powerful tool that can be used to optimize investment portfolios..