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Our goal in this profile is to help investors wade through the many competing ETF offerings available. Using our long experience as an ETF publication, we can help select those ETFs that matter and may not be repetitive. The result is a more manageable list of issues from which to choose. There are currently nearly 40 ETFs oriented to the financial sector. The following analysis features our Read More »
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Bank of New York Mellon was the loser among large U.S. financial names on Wednesday, with shares sliding 3% to close at $18.28. After the market close on Tuesday, New York State Attorney General Eric Scheiderman announced a $2 billion lawsuit against Bank of New York Mellon, "for defrauding clients in foreign currency exchange transactions," saying that "victims include Read More »
NEW YORK (MainStreet) -- The current job market doesn't make it easy for young adults to start out on sound financial footing, and their failure to assert their financial independence goes beyond the nation's high unemployment rate. "Millenials are more dependent on their parents than any generation before them," says Joseph Templin, author of The Financial Mistakes of New College Grads and The Read More »
BOSTON (TheStreet) -- The hazards of a May/December romance go far beyond raised eyebrows or having to endure a waitress greeting your "son" or "daughter." There is also a whole set of financial issues. Retirement planning is one area where an age gap can pose problems. In couples with partners of roughly the same age, and nearing retirement together, saving and spending patterns are likely to b Read More »
By Sheryl Nance-Nash, DailyFinance NEW YORK (DailyFinance) -- On New Year's Day, you had plans -- promises to get your finances in order in 2011. But the calendar has jumped from January to June in barely more than an eye blink. So today, check your financial pulse: Where do all those good intentions stand? Ask yourself tough questions and let your answers inspire you to take action, finally. Read More »
HUNT VALLEY, Md. (TheStreet) -- Before turning 50, there are financial priorities you need to address that force retirement planning to the back burner. This does not mean you neglect any form of saving for retirement or that you are not cognizant of a long-term goal to retire; it just means it has not likely been the focus of your planning goals. When you hit 50, though, it is imperative retire Read More »
The following commentary comes from an independent investor or market observer as part of TheStreet's guest contributor program, which is separate from the company's news coverage. By Frank Fantozzi, CEO of Planned Financial Services NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- With many states in a budget deficit position, collective bargaining has become one of the primary targets in helping to bring state budge Read More »
The financial information the NFL has offered to turn over during labor negotiations doesn't include the data requested nearly two years ago by the head of the players' union. Read More »
The NFL Players Association has retained an investment bank that will help it decide whether the league's offer to reveal more financial information will be enough to satisfy the union's call for full disclosure. Read More »
BOSTON (TheStreet) -- In his recent State of the Union address, President Barack Obama spoke of seeing a "Sputnik moment" for the nation's education system and the need to better prepare students with skills in math and science. On the heels of the Great Recession, one might consider adding financial literacy to the list of skills students lack. There have been improvements in how financia Read More »
BOSTON (TheStreet) -- With baby boomers entering the ranks of the retired, there's been a lot of talk about how living longer makes ensuring lifetime income streams crucial. The push to sell this demographic on one potential tactic -- annuities -- has meant governmental prodding and refocused sales efforts by insurance companies providing the products. It's gone beyond selling to consumers, thou Read More »
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (TheStreet) -- Hollywood is a land of dreams, celebrities and glamour. But behind the cameras and outside the trailers, thousands of Tinseltown's lesser-known figures toil. There are assistant directors, electricians, hairdressers and extras, all of whom make the stars shine. Behind the cameras and outside the trailers of Hollywood are workers who, working with the star Read More »
BOSTON (TheStreet) -- This year will likely be remembered for its broad, unpredictable market swings. As one might expect in a time of volatility, making all the right moves with your investment portfolio and retirement plan was a challenge. What didn't help matters were the mistakes and overreactions many investors made, moves that could hurt them both immediately and for years to come. Read More »
BOSTON (TheStreet) -- Despite a flurry of media attention about finance-related ripoffs, new victims are continually ensnared. TheStreet recently poke to Ken Springer, president of Corporate Resolutions, and its managing director, Donald Klaskin, about the continued resurrection of pyramid schemes and what may be the next move for con artists. Corporate Resolutions is a worldwide business inves Read More »
Financial ETFs are selling off after initial jobless claims unexpectedly rose. Read More »
Financial ETFs are among the worst performers on Friday. Read More »
The legislation comes almost two years after a tanking financial sector helped trigger a massive downturn in the economy. Read More »
Regional banking stocks suffer as retail sales disappoint and mortgage applications fall. Read More »
Here's a look at some of the most popular resolutions that Americans haven't kept, and the money we're wasting accordingly. Read More »
Texas lawmakers are among dozens of members of Congress who have reported personal financial holdings in the nation's energy sector -- even as they prepare possible punitive legislation following BP's Gulf of Mexico oil well blowout. Read More »
The fate of the biggest overhaul of the nation's financial regulatory system in generations now rests with a small group of Capitol Hill lawmakers who are known for their ability to compromise. Read More »
Investors looking for financial exposure without all the political risk may be best served by turning to emerging markets financials ETFs. Read More »
ETFs that hold financials will be influenced by negative global and domestic forces. Read More »
CEC Entertainment, Astoria Financial and Southwest Airlines hit 52-week highs on Friday. Read More »
Investors will focus on bank earnings this week. Here are three ETFs that will be affected by the headlines. Read More »

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