Exchange-traded funds make it easy to diversify a portfolio and are often easier for investors to buy than their mutual fund counterparts. That’s because they’re traded on an exchange and don ...

A couple of ETFs that may be attractive options for retirees are Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF ( SCHD -1.16%) and Pacer ...

A smart beta ETF might choose companies that only exhibit certain behaviors or metrics. Smart beta is a blend of active and passive investing. This type of investing follows an index but also ...

The price of an ETF share fluctuates during the day on the basis of the value of the securities. Here are some of the common types of ETFs. 1. Equity ETFs: These are invested primarily in a pool ...

With so many ETFs on the market, there are more types than ever to choose from, including many popular high-dividend ETFs. Dividend ETFs provide the unique opportunity to grow your portfolio’s ...

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Investors can buy shares in real estate ETFs that focus on specific asset classes. Industrial real estate, commercial real estate, and multi-family real estate are some of the available types of ...

Before you begin investing in ETFs, it’s important to understand what they are. An ETF is a type of investment fund that is traded on a stock exchange, just like a stock.

Vanguard has made it easy for anyone to invest in the stock market. The company offers a growing list of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that allow you to invest broadly in the stock market or focus ...

The top three Vanguard ETFs of 2025 (so far) share one striking common denominator. Vanguard markets multiple types of ETFs. You can buy funds that focus on specific U.S. sectors. Some ETFs own ...

Buffered ETFs are the most popular type of ETF right now. They offer investors downside protection, limiting their losses. First Trust is the leader in buffered ETFs. If you don’t know about ...