Paul Amery

Traditional stock market trackers can leave you exposed to bubbles, says Paul Amery. But there is a better way to track indices.

Paul Amery explains how to compare passive funds with actively managed funds, and the costs you should watch out for.

After a decade in the doldrums, the Nasdaq 100 indexis rapidly closing in on its post-millennium peak. Paul Amery asks if history is repeating itself.

Changes to the fees charged by investing platforms could leave investors in passive funds at a disadvantage. Paul Amery explains.

Paul Amery explains how you can use an inverse exchange-traded fund to profit from falling US share prices.

Fund managers of Neil Woodford's calibre are few and far between. Paul Amery explains why you're better off buying these passive funds instead.

The only difference between an expensive actively managed fund and an index tracker could be what you pay for it. Paul Amery explains.

Smaller investors can fall victim to price fluctuations when trading exchange-traded funds. Paul Amery reveals two ways you can protect yourself.

Emerging markets have fallen out of favour with investors, says Paul Amery. So, buy this exchange-traded fund while it's still cheap.

Central banks have blown a bond bubble which could end in disaster. So if you own bonds or bond funds, where are you most exposed and what can you do …

The launch of a new batch of ETFs is a sure sign that Europe’s funds market is getting more competitive. That can only be good for private investors, …

Japanese stocks still have plenty to offer long-term investors, says Paul Amery. Here, he tips the best tracker funds to buy now.

Gold exchange-traded commodities (ETCs) have done a great job tracking the volatile gold price. So, if you want to tuck away some gold in your portfol…

With governments are under enormous pressure to guarantee savers' deposits, short-term bonds have gained in appeal. Paul Amery tips the best exchange-…

Exchange-traded currencies (ETCs) are a great way to gain exposure to foreign currencies, whilst avoiding expensive bank dealing spreads. Paul Amery r…

Investors have become complacent over the dangers facing Italy. Paul Amery tips one exchange-traded fund to buy for when the reality finally hits home…

One of the best ways to gain exposure to emerging-market growth is through an oil play, says Paul Amery. Here, he tips three London-listed exchange-tr…

Investors in bond exchange-traded funds should heed the lesson of the South Sea Bubble, and sell out, says Paul Amery.

European exchange-traded funds are back in favour despite the crisis in the eurozone. But as always, watch out for costs, says Paul Amery.

Recent studies have shown that funds comprising of low-volatility stocks often do better than riskier ones. Paul Amery explains why, and tips one reli…

The cheaper a tracking fund is, the better. But watch out, not all costs are included in the published total expense ratio (TER) figure. Paul Amery ex…

'Smart beta' has got the big institutional investors excited. But what is it, and should you be excited too? Paul Amery investigates.

A European regulator is forcing providers of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to be clearer on how their funds work. Paul Amery explains what that means f…

'Dow theory' has been used over the years to forecast when American stocks have reached their peak. And it's British equivalent is now warning investo…

Corporate bond exchange-traded funds are in hot demand. But many investors are oblivious to a key risk. Paul Amery explains.

China's economy is showing clear signs of slowing down. Paul Amery explains the best ways to profit with an exchange-traded fund.

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may be cheaper than actively managed funds - but don't assume their returns will always match the returns from the indice…

As gold and silver quietly resume their historic role as monetary metals, it’s unlikely that the bull market in precious metals has peaked yet, says P…

Beware conflicts of interest that could skew the index your exchange-traded fund is tracking against you, says Paul Amery.

Fears of a global slowdown have sent oil prices tumbling. Paul Amery explains how you can profit thanks to an exchange-traded commodity tracker.

Gold mining shares are trading at record lows. But picking winners is hard. So, you're best bet is to buy an exchange-traded fund, says Paul Amery. He…

Grab yourself a bargain - smaller companies in Japan are trading at rock-bottom prices, says Paul Amery. Here, he tips two exchange-traded funds (ETFs…

A Greek default could pave the way for investors into the country's stockmarket, says Paul Amery. Here, he tips one exchange-traded fund - not for the…

Paul Amery explains how to bet against the market with an inverse exchange-traded fund (ETF) and tips one fund to buy now.

Exchange-traded funds are a great way to trade markets in the short term. But before you dive in, says Paul Amery - here's what you need to know.

The US equity market’s volatility index, the VIX, is trading at its lowest level for two years. That means volatility is likely to increase. So does t…