Gold mining stocks continue to leverage rising gold prices.
Mutual fund firms move defensively toward active ETFs.
The firms all say in their mid-year outlooks that investors should seek dividends and diversification. Some are betting on bond markets, gold and cash.
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Leaning on technology to streamline the process.
Big contrast with gloomy forecasts from BlackRock, State Street Global Advisers and TIAA.
Investors continue to ignore market hedging strategies.
ETFs convey substantial benefits to investors while providing liquidity to our markets
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For the past 12 months, assets in the discount broker's funds grew 39.7%, to $47.9 billion.
Popular fund is riding wave of investors' love of dividends.
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Financial advisers say it's crucial to get investors to stay focused on diversification, dividends and their long-term goals.
He cuts a much lower profile and his comments about the market are filled with introspection.
The independent broker-dealer is paying restitution for failing to waive sales charges for some retirement plans and charitable organizations, according to Finra.
Better performance and State Street's distribution muscle are key success factors.
