Definitive Guide To Broad-Based Mining ETFs

Exchange-traded funds offering exposure to Commodity Producers Equities have become a popular tool for those looking to make an indirect play on natural resource prices. These funds offer investors the ability to easily tap into the lucrative commodities market through a diversified basket of companies, while still reaping the cost efficiency benefits associated with the exchange-traded product structure. Investors who wish to access the mining sector have a number of options available at their fingertips; and while these products may appear similar, a closer look under the hood reveals some noteworthy differences [see also Does GLD Really Hold Gold, Or is it a Scam?]. The broad-based mining ETFs are impacted by a variety of factors, many of which are the same as those for the commodities themselves. Below we highlight some of the important factors to consider before investing in a mining ETF: Commodities vs. Stocks: Companies engaged in the extraction and production [...] Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com. Related Posts: iShares Rolls Out Commodity-Focused Equity ETFs Two Commodity Producer ETFs To Liquidate Mining ETFs: Eight Ways To Play Judgment Day For Mining ETFs Afghanistan: The Next Frontier For Mining ETFs?