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Fear Index Alert: Why Is the VIX Spiking Today?

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor

Why would the VIX fear index spike even while job openings are on the rise? The answer has to do with the Federal Reserve’s likely…

Using the Relative Strength Index to Sell at the Right Time

By Chris Rowe

The Relative Strength Index is one of the most helpful, widely used indicators employed by chartists today.

7 Index Funds To Buy For A Firm Portfolio Foundation

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor

Here are seven index funds that would make firm foundations for any long-term portfolio, especially new investors looking to diversify.

5 No- or Low-Cost ETFs and Index Funds

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Nowadays, cost-conscious investors have many options for low-cost funds, whether that be no-cost mutual funds or cheap ETFs.

Why the Dow Jones Industrial Average Is Pointless

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors and media still follow the Dow Jones Industrial Average. But a look at the index’s mechanics shows there’s little reason to do so.

The 10 Best Low-Cost Index Funds to Buy Now

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Good news: Investors can do even better than that with any number of index funds or ETFs. Here are some of the top ideas among…

Vanguard ETFs Take On iShares Index ETF Funds

By Dan Wiener

This week we learned that Vanguard will over some index ETFs to combat ETF funds from the iShares family. Specifically, mutual fund giant Vanguard plans…

Can’t Pick Stocks Like Barron’s? Just Pick up the ETF!

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

ALPS’ new exchange-traded fund leveraging the Barron’s 400 Index is the latest offering in “fundamental indexing,” which aims to tinker with indices for the better.

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) Indicator: Does It Work?

By Thomas Yeung, CFA, InvestorPlace Markets Analyst

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a contrarian technical analysis indicator that uses prices to find “overbought” and “oversold” assets.

Low Volatility VIX in Midst of Sell Off

By Adam Warner

The S&P 500 Index Options (CBOE: SPX) is down but the CBOE Volatility Index (CBOE: VIX) is little changed.

4 Major Index Trends Going Into 2015

By Profit Scanner

While classic patterns haven’t yet formed to provide 2015 price targets for the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average or Nasdaq, Profit Scanner powered by…

If You’re Patient, You Can’t Go Wrong With the SPY ETF

By Patrick Sanders, InvestorPlace Contributor

One of the best ways to invest is to choose a low-cost index fund. And one of the best index funds on the market is…

Trade of the Day: CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)

By Ken Trester

At a time that so many warning signs are flashing around the world, the VIX got down to just 9.04 on Tuesday.

New Fidelity Index Funds Have Lowest Expense Ratios

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer

New Fidelity index funds tracking the 10 major equity sectors have the lowest expense ratios among competitors like Vanguard.

Market Analysis – The One Index That’s Not Stuck

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst

While most of the major indices appear range-bound, one cleared its 50-day moving average and even rose to the bottom of its next resistance zone.

4 of the Best New Index Funds in the Last Year

By Joel Baglole, InvestorPlace Contributor

If investors can think of it, chances are that an exchange traded fund (ETF) has been created to attract their money. The more popular a…

The 7 Best Low-Cost Index Funds for Your Retirement

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Index funds are great for any investor, particularly retirees and retirement planners, because these funds have low fees and are broad.

Bitcoin Replaces Gold as the Global Index of Fear and Greed

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor

Bitcoin has become a global index of greed and fear. It’s also the tip of the wedge to eliminate settlement costs through a Chinese digital…

Nike Keeps Running as Real America Index Hoofs Higher

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor

Nike, Wynn, Stillwater Mining post strong gains for Real America Index, but Ford, Goldman, Altria dragging.

5 Index Funds That Belong In Any Portfolio Seeking Diversification

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor

Index funds are an ideal way for risk-averse investors to diversify and improve their total return. These five funds have been among the best performers.

7 Reliable Index Funds To Set And Forget For The Long Term

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

The best index funds to set and forget are the ones with low expenses, a diversified portfolio and a long-term track record.

Stillwater Mining Leads Powerful Rally in Real America Index

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor

Stillwater Mining NYSE:SWC leads gainers in the Real America Index, followed by Carnival NYSE:CCL and Huntsman NYSE:HUN.

7 Great Index Funds To Buy With Super Low Fees

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor

We did the research to find 7 of the cheapest index funds on the market. Not only are these ETFs super cheap but they are…

Fade the VIX Index Super Spike With VXX

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician

Unless we go into full meltdown mode, the VIX spike has a good chance of falling back down. Traders should be viewing the current volatility…

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