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Wednesday's ETF to Watch: First Trust Global Auto Index FundEric Dutram • Wed, Jun 1, 2011
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First Trust Launches World's First Automobile ETFTom Lydon • Tue, May 17, 2011
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CARZ Automotive ETF: Hoping to Replicate Fidelity's Mutual Fund SuccessRon Rowland • Tue, May 17, 2011
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Auto ETF Revs Up For 2013Tom Lydon • Tue, Jan 29
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Auto Sector Emerges As U.S. Retail Sales LeaderJulie Young • Wed, Jan 16
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November New Vehicle Sales Boost Auto Stock ReturnsJulie Young • Wed, Dec 5, 2012
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Can Pent-Up Demand Drive The Global X Auto ETF Higher?Tom Lydon • Tue, Jul 10, 2012
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Investment Objective/Strategy - The First Trust NASDAQ Global Auto Index Fund is an exchange-traded fund. The investment objective of the Fund is to seek investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield, before the Fund's fees and expenses, of an equity index called the NASDAQ OMX Global Auto Index.
There can be no assurance that the Fund's investment objectives will be achieved.
* The index is a modified market-capitalization weighted index that includes securities of companies that are classified as an Automobile Manufacturer.
* To be included in the index, a security must meet the following criteria:
o listed on an index-eligible global stock exchange,
o have a minimum worldwide market capitalization of at least $500 million,
o have a minimum three-month average daily dollar trading volume of $1 million.
* The index employs a modified market cap weighting methodology in which larger companies receive a larger index weighting. The index weighting methodology includes caps to prevent high concentrations among larger stocks.
* The index is reconstituted annually and rebalanced quarterly.
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There can be no assurance that the Fund's investment objectives will be achieved.
* The index is a modified market-capitalization weighted index that includes securities of companies that are classified as an Automobile Manufacturer.
* To be included in the index, a security must meet the following criteria:
o listed on an index-eligible global stock exchange,
o have a minimum worldwide market capitalization of at least $500 million,
o have a minimum three-month average daily dollar trading volume of $1 million.
* The index employs a modified market cap weighting methodology in which larger companies receive a larger index weighting. The index weighting methodology includes caps to prevent high concentrations among larger stocks.
* The index is reconstituted annually and rebalanced quarterly.
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Sector: Consumer Goods
Industry: Auto Manufacturers - Major
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- Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 8:40 AM More chatter from the Detroit auto show: Execs with GM and Ford (F) both say anecdotally that sales are brisk in January through the first 10 days of the year. Though it's unclear if it's the mild winter weather or improved consumer sentiment pushing buyers to showrooms so far this year, another overlooked factor to watch in 2012 is that the average age of cars in the U.S. is close to 11 years. 5 Comments [Consumer]
- Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 7:42 AM General Motors (GM) marketing exec Joel Ewanick says the company has a detailed contingency plan in case another fire in a Chevrolet Volt launches a Congressional hearing or public reaction, as the car maker remains committed to making a splash in the EV market. Perhaps more to the point, he notes that "Volts are safe and won't burn." 1 Comment [Consumer]
- Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 7:11 AM Volkswagen (VLKAY.PK) says its vehicle sales in India doubled in 2011, driven chiefly by the Polo model. The car maker introduced 10 new vehicles and opened 56 dealerships in the nation last year, as it joined global rivals in stepping up its presence in the industry's largest untapped market. Comment! [Global & FX]
- Tuesday, January 10, 2012, 2:41 PM Chrysler (FIATY.PK) CEO Sergio Marchionne squelches rumors of a pending merger with France's PSA Peugeot-Citroen (PEUGY.PK), telling reporters at the Detroit auto show that he hasn't had discussions with counterparts. Comment! [Global & FX]
- Monday, January 9, 2012, 10:29 AM Ford (F +1.5%) CEO Alan Mulally tells CNBC the firm expects auto industry sales to hit 13.5M-14M vehicles this year, coming in on the upper end or exceeding the expectations of market watchers (I, II). Comment! [On the Move]
- Monday, January 9, 2012, 8:29 AM NHTSA's David Strickland says regulators are satisfied with General Motors' (GM) plan to fix the Chevrolet Volt battery issue that has grabbed headlines over the last month, clearing the path for the car maker to ramp up production in 2012. Shares +0.2% premarket. 8 Comments [Consumer]
- Monday, January 9, 2012, 7:53 AM Volkswagen (VLKAY.PK) explores options to bring back to life a previously-scrapped plan to buy Porsche (POAHY.PK). Europe's largest carmaker predicts that a union of the two companies could increase profitability to the tune of €700M ($889M). Comment! [Global & FX]
- Monday, January 9, 2012, 6:50 AM General Motors (GM) and Ford (F) knocked out record auto sales in the fast-growing market of China in 2011 after Japanese rivals were crimped by production issues tied to the natural disasters in Japan and Thailand. GM reports that it sold 2.55M vehicles in the nation (+8.3% Y/Y), while Ford said it registered vehicle sales of 519K (+7% Y/Y). Comment! [Global & FX]
- Friday, January 6, 2012, 7:03 AM Audi (VLKAY.PK) intends to add new sedan and SUV models in its bid to steal market share away from other German brands in the U.S. such as Daimler (DDAIY.PK) and BMW (BAMXY.PK). CEO Rupert Stadler says the car maker will use the Detroit auto show next week to unveil a "Vail" version of the compact Q3 SUV and will build a sedan version of the A3 hatchback. Comment! [Global & FX]
- Thursday, January 5, 2012, 11:42 AM Problem solved? General Motors (GM +1%) announces safety enhancements to the vehicle structure and battery coolant system in its Chevrolet Volt model in response to a NHTSA investigation. The car maker notes the steps are "further protection," saying the Volt has always been safe to drive. 1 Comment [Consumer]
- Thursday, January 5, 2012, 7:26 AM Global auto makers compete to show off their latest models at the New Delhi auto expo with an eye on one of the largest untapped markets. Though car sales in India were up for the first time in five months last November, industry forecasts only call for 2%-4% growth in sales in the financial year through March. Unveiling new models at the show: NSANY.PK, HYMLF.PK, TM, F, GM, SZKMY.PK. Comment! [Global & FX]
- Tuesday, January 3, 2012, 5:11 AM BMW (BAMXY.PK) expects the global premium car market to grow over 8% this year vs. predictions of 4% growth for the broader auto market. The European market will likely remain flat, with growth opportunities coming from the U.S. and China. Comment! [Global & FX, U.S. Economy]
- Thursday, December 29, 2011, 4:02 PM Fisker Automotive recalls 239 of its high-priced Karma cars in the U.S. due to a defective battery from supplier A123 (AONE). The firm's stumbling entry into the plug-in EV sports car market follows similar well-documented electric-car battery headaches at GM. 4 Comments [Consumer]
- Thursday, December 29, 2011, 9:38 AM General Motors (GM +0.2%) hires a consulting firm to find ways to save on white-collar costs as its laments a 5% operating margin that trails rivals Ford and Hyundai. At least one analyst sees any moves by GM as only amounting to a "rounding error," with Hyundai's 10% margin nearly out of reach due to the exchange rate benefits and efficiencies the firm is able to realize. Comment! [Consumer]
- Wednesday, December 28, 2011, 12:51 PM TrueCar follows up J.D. Power's strong estimate for auto sales, saying new-car sales for December will come in 8.1% higher Y/Y and up 24.4% M/M on an unadjusted basis. For 2012, TrueCar estimates 13.8M vehicles will be sold - in-line with J.D. Power's forecast and slightly higher than the 13.6M Edmunds expects. 2 Comments [Consumer]
- Wednesday, December 28, 2011, 9:33 AM Bret Jensen identifies three auto stocks that are set to pop in 2012 based on low valuations and technical factors. Each of his picks - F, TRW, and GM - trade well-below the consensus price target of analysts, as well as showing solid potential for global growth. 1 Comment [Quick Ideas]
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