5 Worst ETF Strategies Of The Last 5 Years

The financial crash of 2008 has forever changed the way investors approach the market. After seeing bottom-line returns crumble before their eyes, many are now understandably wary of particularly risky asset classes. Portfolio allocation strategies have now become a game of musical chairs, as investors shift their assets to and from various sectors trying to park their capital in the “safest,” yet highest yielding, investments [see also 3 ETFs For Roubini's "Perfect Storm"]. The ETF universe has not been spared by the recent financial crisis, as several products have either lost their footing or have been seemingly kicked to the curb. Not surprisingly, some of the worst performers have been products that employ strategies that target a particular sector or asset class. With such a narrow focus, these funds struggle to deliver steady returns and are often the ones that are most affected by market volatility. Whether you’re looking to completely [...] Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com. Related Posts: Ten ETFs No One Is Thankful For ETF Plays For The End Of Europe’s Recession Europe ETFs: All Over The Board Ten Unexpected Observations On YTD ETF Returns Ten Worst Performing ETFs Of 2010