Databases can search and sort ETFs according to region, expense ratio, assets under management, trading volume, etc. But no database will tell you the more important little intricacies that differentiate the best from the worst.... >> READ MORE...

Here’s an obvious question: QE did wonders for U.S. stocks. Will European QE do the same for European stocks? History suggests yes, but there are reasons to hold off or postpone buying Europe ETFs. Here’s why:... >> READ MORE...

European QE is here. There’s a spirited debate about whether it will work or not (just as there was in the U.S.). Based on domestic QE, we know what it can and cannot do. Here’s one of the biggest traps we’ve learned from U.S. QE.... >> READ MORE...

Some indicators are so simple and rudimentary they just can’t work … or so some think. This analysis shows the merit of the KISS (keep it simply stupid) principle and the tell tale sign of a bull market not ready to give up.... >> READ MORE...

The 30-day Federal Funds Rate is in essence the base rate for all other U.S. interest rates. How the ‘smart money’ feels about the future of the Federal Funds Rate often provides a window into the future for the S&P 500.... >> READ MORE...

The VIX indicator has been so accurate; I dubbed it the ‘incredible VIX indicator.’ But now it puts me into a predicament. The incredible VIX indicator does not jibe with my overall outlook. Here’s what it says and how to make sense of it (possibly).... >> READ MORE...

The S&P 500 has lost over 100 points since its December high. The decline is oversold by at least one reliable measure, but a number of other indicators point still lower. Here’s the most likely outcome.... >> READ MORE...

The Swiss National Bank president just uttered the most influential words of 2015. His simple, but far-reaching statements sent markets around the world in turmoil. There are unintended ripple effects. How will they affect U.S. investors?... >> READ MORE...

Apple shares have been flying below the radar, however, the weekly AAPL log scale has the potential to stir up this sea of tranquility. Strong support about 10% below current trade may act as magnet.... >> READ MORE...

In the first few days of 2015 the S&P Bank ETF (KBE) erased 18-months worth of gains. The inability to print new highs keeps a divergence in tact that proved ultimately bearish in 2007.... >> READ MORE...