The ETF Book: All You Need to Know About Exchange-Traded Funds [NOOK Book]

Overview

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are revolutionizing the investment industry. From their introduction in 1993, ETFs have expanded exponentially over the past fifteen years. By 2008, there will be more than 1,000 ETFs available on U.S. exchanges—with assets totaling well over $1 trillion. That's why you, as an informed investor, need to know what makes ETFs unique, how they work, and which funds may help you achieve your financial goals.

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Overview

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are revolutionizing the investment industry. From their introduction in 1993, ETFs have expanded exponentially over the past fifteen years. By 2008, there will be more than 1,000 ETFs available on U.S. exchanges—with assets totaling well over $1 trillion. That's why you, as an informed investor, need to know what makes ETFs unique, how they work, and which funds may help you achieve your financial goals.

Written by veteran financial professional and experienced author Richard Ferri, The ETF Book gives you a broad and deep understanding of this important investment vehicle and provides you with the tools needed to successfully integrate exchange-traded funds into any portfolio.

This detailed, yet clearly articulated guide contains the most up-to-date information on navigating the growing number of ETFs available in today's marketplace. Divided into four comprehensive parts, this guide addresses everything from ETF basics and in-depth fund analysis to the tax benefits of using ETFs. Included are a variety of portfolio management strategies using ETFs and examples of different model portfolios that you can easily adapt to your own invest-ment endeavors.

Whether you're just getting started or are a seasoned ETF investor, The ETF Book will help enhance your understanding of this evolving field by:

  • Examining the fundamental differences between exchange-traded portfolios
  • Highlighting how to effectively implement a wide selection of ETFs—from equity and fixed income ETFs to commodity and currency ETFs
  • Exploring specific ETF strategies—from buy and hold to market timing and sector rotation
  • Introducing Index Strategy Boxes—a new way to understand index construction and how a fund is investing your money
  • And much more

Each chapter of The ETF Book offers concise coverage of various issues. It is filled with in-depth insights on different types of ETFs and practical advice on how to select and manage them. The appendixes are an added benefit, offering an ETF Resource List, which will point you to more places for information on these structures, and a detailed Glossary to help you with industry-specific definitions.

The ETF Book is an invaluable road map for developing a winning investment strategy. Armed with the knowledge found throughout these pages, you'll be prepared to build a solid portfolio of ETFs that will benefit you for years to come.

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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781118045091
  • Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 1/4/2011
  • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
  • Format: eBook
  • Edition number: 1
  • Pages: 416
  • Sales rank: 1,021,320
  • File size: 3 MB

Meet the Author

Richard A. Ferri, CFA, is the founder and CEO of the investment firm Portfolio Solutions, LLC. An author of four previous books on low-cost investing, Ferri earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of Rhode Island and a master of science degree in finance from Walsh College. He worked at two major Wall Street firms for ten years before starting Portfolio Solutions in 1999. The company manages over $1 billion in separate accounts using ETFs and index funds. Clients include individuals, nonprofit organizations, and corporate pension plans.
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Table of Contents

Foreword.

Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

PART I: ETF BASICS.

Chapter 1 ETFs from Evolution to Revolution.

Chapter 2 The Nuts and Bolts of ETFs.

Chapter 3 Types of Exchange-Traded Portfolios.

Chapter 4 ETF Benefits and Drawbacks.

Chapter 5 Actively Managed ETFs.

PART II: THE INDEXES ETFS FOLLOW.

Chapter 6 Market Indexes and Custom Indexes.

Chapter 7 Index Strategy Boxes.

Chapter 8 Index Security Selection.

Chapter 9 Index Security Weighting.

PART III: ETF STYLES AND CHOICES.

Chapter 10 Broad U.S. Equity and Style ETFs.

Chapter 11 Global Equity ETFs.

Chapter 12 Industry Sector ETFs.

Chapter 13 Special Equity ETFs.

Chapter 14 Fixed Income ETFs.

Chapter 15 Commodity and Currency ETFs.

PART IV: PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT USING ETFS.

Chapter 16 Portfolio Management Strategies.

Chapter 17 Passive ETF Portfolios.

Chapter 18 Life Cycle Investing.

Chapter 19 Active Portfolio Management with ETFs.

Chapter 20 Special Portfolio Strategies.

Chapter 21 Operational Tips for ETF Investors.

Appendix A: Index Strategy Box Abbreviation Guide.

Appendix B: ETF Resource List.

Glossary.

About the Author.

Index.

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