These stocks good for long term inveestment?

Question

EEB (invests in BRIC countries)

EWZ (tracks funds of major brazilian companies)

WBD (Russian food producing company)

Are these good for the next 1-10 years?

Or can you tell me how i can find out more about these countries. I am not sure exactly what to look for in companies.

These are all international stocks by the way.

Thanks

Answer 1

They have been.  Impressions are mixed at present.  With disruptions in China's market the last 2 days, it pays to be cautious there and in Russia

Answer 2

Are you used to driving while looking in the rearview mirror?  That is what you are doing when you chase the past returns.  

All of the above carry too much risk to be the core components of a diversified portfolio.  Seek the advice of a professional financial advisor who can look at your total financial picture and guide you through recommendations for a long term portfolio.

Answer 3

Well...you are actually talking ETFs...and if you want to invest in them, you will do maybe alright... maybe just above average. It seems you are "all in" in international funds...might be better to pick one of those...and get a broader scope of the market with some different "sectors"...

XME would put you into metals/ mining...MOO..into agricultural chems/products...OIH..into the companies that service big oil, drillers, repais, etc.... PBD would put you into " alternative energy"   worldwide ( some countries are wayyyy ahead of the U.S. in that area.

Just a few thoughts.

Answer 4

Bad idea. I am assuming that you have assessed your risk tolerance and know what your asset allocation should be. If not, go here:

http://www.saveyournestegg.com/diy.html

EEB - Overvalued and volitile fund - you are chasing past returns. VWO is a much better choice in emerging markets.

EWZ - One of the most volatile funds out there. Not well diversified. Again, I think you're chasing past returns.

WBD - WBD admits that it is impossible to be 100% in compliance with Russian tax laws, and the government could authorize the liquidation or seizure of WBD's assets. Did you know that? WBD bears significant political, economic, and foreign exchange risks. This company's corporate governance is poor. Long-term debt has increased dramatically in recent years.

Look, I suggest that you buy Morningstar's premium membership and do some hard research. And quit chasing PAST returns.