Top ETFs during the past Month

Tracking the top ETFs for the past month is a good way to discover hot sectors and to find funds to invest in for the next month’s period. Past performance doesn’t guarantee future performance as we all know. But if the underlining technical trend hasn’t ended and the fundamental reason for the sector’s appreciation, then investing in that ETF or related sector stocks can be profitable.

How Spread Betting Differs From Trading

There are some major differences between spread betting and trading, primarily in leverage, taxes, liquidity, transaction fees and dated contracts. By recognizing these differences you can become a more informed and therefore better prepared trader, able to limit losses and maximize gains.

One of the things that you will have to do when you get life insurance is to name your beneficiary. This is the person that will receive the benefits of your life insurance policy if you are to pass away. This seems like a fairly easy thing to do since most people know that they want their spouse or children to receive benefits if they die. However, choosing the beneficiary is not the same as officially naming the beneficiary. Doing this is also fairly easy but it requires that you understand a few things.

F5 Networks (FFIV) Present Rapid Growth

F5 Networks (FFIV) is a Seattle based provider of technology that optimizes the delivery of Internet sites and applications including cloud computing. With a recent market cap of $11.19 billion, the company has had a very good year of growth with its stock price nearly tripling. Like many tech companies that are growing, the stock does not offer a dividend but earnings are reinvested in the business.

AutoZone (AZO) Continues to Perform

The Memphis Tennessee operator of specialty retail stores in the automotive industry continues to see earnings expectation increases and new stock price highs with it’s current quarter to be announced December 7th. Currently priced at $11.38 billion, the company does not offer a dividend and has provided nice appreciation over the past year.

The stock of AutoZone recently hit a new 52 week high of $249.53 on November 10th and looks within range to top that price sometime in the near future. Analysts continue to improve their estimates for the current quarter and are now expecting $3.38 a share. The current year estimates have also been increased over the past three months, from $16.54 a share to $17.39. Revenue is also expected to increase 7% compared to the same quarter last year.

Iveda Solutions (IVDA) Video Surveillance through Cloud Computing

Iveda Solutions (IVDA.OB) is a technology company providing Video Surveillance through Cloud Computing. Based out of Mesa Arizona, they are the first to market in this exciting space and positioned for growth. They provide real-time remote video surveillance along with video hosting and archiving services. A little bit of a speculative play, the stock currently trades at a $1.00 a share and does not provide a dividend.

Eaton Corporation (ETN) for Income and Appreciation

The Eaton Corporation headquartered in Cleveland Ohio is a power management company with facilities in North America, Europe and Asia primarily. The company is currently valued at $15 Billion base on its stock recent price. Offering a dividend of 2.32 a share or a yield of 2.6% makes the stock attractive to income seekers in addition to capital appreciation investors.

eBay Rises 7% Overnight on Earnings

The online auction business eBay rose over 7% in after-hours trading on Wednesday after a better than expected earnings report. Profit for the third quarter rose 23% compared to a year ago. The main earnings driver for the company was its online transaction processor PayPal. Current quarter estimates were also increased by the online auction operator which made investors snap up shares quickly.

Las Vegas Sands (LVS) Receives A Higher Estimate

Las Vegas Sands is an operator of resort locations and casinos in Las Vegas and Macao China. It’s stock has a current market cap of $25.7 Billion with no dividend. The price of the stock took a hit during the recession as vacation traffic diminished but has seen a strong rebound  over the past 52 weeks.

WW Grainger Inc (GWW) is a facilities maintenance company that distributes related products and offers related services. Based in Lake Forest Illinois, the company’s stock is a member of the S&P 500. With a market cap of 8.61 billion, WW Grainger is one of the larger companies discussed on FastSwings.com in the past month. The stock has a $2.16 a share dividend which translates into a 1.8% yearly return.