John Waggoner
The market sell-off highlights the virtues of hedging.
More than $46 billion went to taxable bonds last month, versus $17 billion flowing into stock funds and ETFs.
The market sell-off highlights the virtues of hedging.
ETNs tied to volatility took a beating when stocks plunged.
Those hoping the mini-crash will solve the active vs. passive debate will have to wait a bit longer. But advisers who touted the advantages of diversification have lots to crow about.
Stocks took a beating in recent days amid concerns that a healthy economy could trigger higher inflation. Here's how the 50 largest funds, ranked by assets, performed. (More: Stock market sell-off: Takeaways to share with clients)
The combination of low unemployment and fast economic growth could spell gains.
As the Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled nearly 1,600 points Monday, advisers and their clients find few places to hide.
Pricing nontraded shares is often more art than science.
While bond prices are falling, higher interest payments cushion the blow.
