The ETF Book

All You Need to Know About Exchange-Traded Funds

Richard A. Ferri

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
05 August 2009

Investment & securities

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are revolutionizing the investment industry. From their introduction in 1993, ETFs have expanded exponentially over the past fifteen years. You, as an informed investor, need to know what makes ETFs unique, how they work, and which funds may help you achieve your financial goals. The updated edition provides the most current look at the ETF market, where the number of funds has doubled since the book first published in December 2007. A huge number of bonds funds, commodities funds, currency funds, leverage and short funds have been introduced. In addition, actively managed ETFs are here now, and some major mutual fund companies, like Fidelity and PIMCO, are getting into the market. Remarkably, the terminology in the ETP marketplace is also evolving at a rapid pace. The acronym ETP for exchange-traded product has become an industry standard. The term did not exist two years ago.

Written by veteran financial professional and experienced author Richard Ferri, The ETF Book, Updated Edition gives you a broad and deep understanding of this important investment vehicle and provides you with the tools needed to successfully integrate exchange-traded funds into any portfolio.

This detailed, yet clearly articulated guide contains the most up-to-date information on navigating the growing number of ETFs available in today's marketplace. Divided into four comprehensive parts, this guide addresses everything from ETF basics and in-depth fund analysis to the tax benefits of using ETFs. Included are a variety of portfolio management strategies using ETFs and examples of different model portfolios that you can easily adapt to your own investment endeavors.

Whether you're just getting started or are a seasoned ETF investor, The ETF Book, Updated Edition will help enhance your understanding of this evolving field by:

Examining the fundamental differences between exchange-traded portfolios Highlighting how to effectively implement a wide selection of ETFs?from Exploring specific ETF strategies?from buy and hold to market timing and sector rotation Introducing Index Strategy Boxes?a new way to understand index construction and how a fund is investing your money And much more

Each chapter of The ETF Book, Updated Edition offers concise coverage of various issues. It is filled with in-depth insights on different types of ETFs and practical advice on how to select and manage them. The appendixes are an added benefit, offering an ETF Resource List, which will point you to more places for information on these structures, and a detailed Glossary to help you with industry-specific definitions.

The ETF Book, Updated Edition is an invaluable road map for developing a winning investment strategy. Armed with the knowledge found throughout these pages, you'll be prepared to build a solid portfolio of ETFs that will benefit you for years to come.

By: Richard A. Ferri
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Updated Edition
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 33mm
Weight: 612g
ISBN: 9780470537466
ISBN 10: 0470537469
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 05 August 2009
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword ix Acknowledgments xiii Introduction xv PART I ETF BASICS Chapter 1 ETFs from Evolution to Revolution 3 Chapter 2 The Nuts and Bolts of ETFs 23 Chapter 3 Types of Exchange-Traded Portfolios 41 Chapter 4 ETF Benefits and Drawbacks 57 Chapter 5 Actively Managed ETFs 73 PART II INDEXES THAT ETFs FOLLOW Chapter 6 Benchmark Indexes and Strategy Indexes 81 Chapter 7 Index Strategy Boxes 93 Chapter 8 Index Security Selection 107 Chapter 9 Index Security Weighting 127 PART III ETF STYLES AND CHOICES Chapter 10 Broad U.S. Equity and Style ETFs 149 Chapter 11 Global Equity ETFs 171 Chapter 12 Industry Sector ETFs 189 Chapter 13 Special Equity ETFs 209 Chapter 14 Fixed Income ETFs 231 Chapter 15 Commodity and Currency ETFs 247 PART IV PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT USING ETFs Chapter 16 Portfolio Management Strategies 269 Chapter 17 Passive ETF Portfolios 277 Chapter 18 Life Cycle Investing 293 Chapter 19 Active Portfolio Management with ETFs 307 Chapter 20 Special Portfolio Strategies 325 Chapter 21 Operational Tips for ETF Investors 335 Appendix A Index Strategy Box Abbreviation Guide 347 Appendix B ETF Resource List 349 Glossary 353 Index 367 About the Author 376

Richard A. Ferri, CFA, is the founder and CEO of the investment firm Portfolio Solutions, LLC. An author of four previous books on low-cost investing, Ferri earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of Rhode Island and a master of science degree in finance from Walsh College. He worked at two major Wall Street firms for ten years before starting Portfolio Solutions in 1999. The company manages $1 billion in separate accounts using ETFs and index funds. Clients include individuals, nonprofit organizations, and corporate pension plans.

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The ETF Book

All You Need to Know About Exchange-Traded Funds

Richard A. Ferri

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