Making a Case for Healthcare ETFs

Mon, 12/28/2009 - 18:09 EDT  in
 

tom lydonTom Lydon (ETF Trends) submits: Are you interested in the healthcare industry and new to the investment possibilities found in healthcare related exchange traded funds? Let’s take a look at the basics in investing in this segment of the marketplace. The Senate passed a sweeping healthcare bill on Christmas Eve, bringing it up to speed with the House. Tens of millions of American who don’t have insurance right now could potentially be receiving it if the Senate and the House can meet in the middle. If this happens, ETFs could present an investment opportunity in this sector. [ETFs hurt by the healthcare bill.]Complete Story »

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