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May 2011

How a synthetic ETF works

Not all ETFs are simple trackers. Synthetic ETFs are exploding in number and entail counter-party risks and collateral risks that investors need to understand.

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National Savings & Investments has put its inflation-linked certificates on sale again. Get them before they’re gone! Plus the week’s links.

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I could have spent £5,000 on a great holiday, a decent car, or a bad woman, but instead I’ve spent it buying high yield shares for your delectation.

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ETFs have been cited by global regulators as a potential threat to the global financial system. It’s time for a level-headed view on what action can be taken.

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