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Study: U.S., European Brokers to Spend Millions on Surveillance
By Staff WriterSweeping regulatory changes will lead U.S. and European brokers to spend more than $200 million in 2011 on new market surveillance programs, according to a new report.
February 23, 2011
Study: U.S., European Brokers to Spend Millions on SurveillanceSweeping regulatory changes will lead U.S. and European brokers to spend more than $200 million in 2011 on new market surveillance programs, according to a new report.
February 23, 2011
Existing-Home Sales Rise on Foreclosures and Cash DealsMore people bought previously occupied homes in January. But sales surged on a rising number of foreclosures and all-cash deals, and not first-time home-buyers.
February 22, 2011
Emerging Market Stock Performance Overtaken by Developed CountriesStocks in developed countries are rising the most since 1998 while emerging markets slump, a sign the United States is returning to its role as the engine of world growth aided by a recovery in Europe.
February 22, 2011
Oil, Metals ETFs Rise on Libya TurmoilThe S&P Energy Index is up 9% for the month, while the S&P TSX Canadian Gold Index has ticked up nearly 6%.
February 18, 2011
First Trust Launches Smart Phone ETFA new ETF began trading on NASDAQ on Friday based on an index that tracks smart phone companies.
February 18, 2011
Time for Timepiece Investing?Buying watches with a goal of profitable trading requires highly specialized knowledge.
February 17, 2011
EBRI: Workers Working LongerThe recession slowed but did not stop the trend of older U.S. residents staying in the workforce longer.