Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies, Australia and New Zeal (ePub)

Diversify your investments with today's fastest growing
financial product

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer access to a range of
investments in a single trade, are usually less volatile than
individual stocks, cheaper than most managed funds and more
tax-effective. But how do you pick the one that's right for you?
This straightforward book helps you weigh up your options, build an
effective portfolio and maximise your profits.

* Get to know the major players in Australia and New Zealand
-- find a broker, open an account and familiarise yourself
with suppliers and indices

* Understand risk control and diversification -- learn the
importance of a diversified, lowly correlated portfolio, and how
ETFs can help you achieve this

* Invest smartly in commodities and precious metals -- tap
into the returns offered by the Australian mining boom

* Manage small-cap, large-cap, sector and international
investments -- take advantage of returns in local markets and
invest directly in US-listed ETFs

* Add bonds, REITs and other ETFs -- secure consistent yields
and add property to your investment portfolio

* Work non-ETFs into your investment mix -- improve returns
through careful selection of active managed funds

* Fund your retirement years -- determine how much you need
for retirement, and how ETFs can get you there

Open the book and find:

* Advice on choosing ETFs over options, CFDs and warrants

* Sample portfolios

* Tips on revamping your portfolio based on life changes

* How to avoid mistakes that even experienced investors make

* Forecasts for the future of ETFs in Australia and New
Zealand

* A complete listing of Australian and New Zealand ETFs

* Great online resources to help you invest in ETFs

Learn to:

* Diversify your investment portfolio

* Lower your investment costs and reduce your tax liabilities

* Take advantage of Australia's mining boom by investing in
commodities

* Invest in international markets