Scott Kessler

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  6 Sectors Hit by Downgrade: S&P Analysis—Slideshow

  By John Sullivan, AdvisorOne  |  August 11, 2011

  Maybe you heard? Our partners at Standard and Poor’s caused a bit of a stir by downgrading U.S. debt from AAA to AA+. Though they’re quick to note the equity research team is separate and distinct from the ratings arm, we went to the source for their view on the...

• Funds Holding Google Benefit From Inclusion in S&P 500

  By Staff Writer  |  March 28, 2006

  Online search engine giant Google (GOOG) will be added to the S&P 500 at the end of this month. Google's inclusion in the index will result in more scrutiny of the company and also compel index fund managers to purchase shares. Scott Kessler, director of information technology research at Standard...

• Tech ETFs Move Into the Spotlight

  By Staff Writer  |  June 30, 2005

  New tool for tech investors looking for greater control or increased exposure