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ETF is an abbreviation for Exchange-Traded Fund. An Exchange-Traded Fund is a type of investment fund that is traded on stock exchanges, similar to individual stocks. It is designed to track the performance of a particular index, sector, commodity, or asset class. ETFs provide investors with a way to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of assets without having to buy each individual security separately. Instead of owning shares in individual companies or assets, investors own shares of the fund itself. These shares represent a proportional interest in the underlying assets held by the fund.

An ETF can be passively managed or actively managed. If they are passively managed, they aim to replicate the performance of a specific index, such as the S&P 500 or the Nasdaq-100. They achieve this by holding a portfolio of securities that mirrors the index’s composition. Actively managed ETFs, on the other hand, are managed by portfolio managers who make investment decisions based on their analysis and research.

One of the key advantages is their liquidity. Since they are listed on stock exchanges, they can be bought and sold throughout the trading day at market prices. This provides investors with flexibility and the ability to enter or exit positions quickly.

Additionally, ETFs are often considered more tax-efficient compared to traditional mutual funds. This is because they have a unique creation and redemption process that allows them to minimize capital gains distributions, resulting in potential tax advantages for investors. They have gained popularity among investors due to their transparency, diversification, liquidity, and flexibility in accessing various asset classes and market segments. Watch this video on finStream to learn more about ETFs: https://www.finstream.tv/videos/investing/mutual-funds-or-etfs-which-should-you-choose-as-a-diy-investor/

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