What are the advantages of buying ETFs?

ETFs generally provide easy diversification with low expense ratios.  They also have the tax efficiency of index funds , while still maintaining all the features of regular stock.   ETFs can be acquired economically, held and then disposed so some investors invest in ETF shares as a long-term investment, or a way to implement market timing strategies. ETFs Advantages: Generally have lower…

Importance of ETF

The growing importance of ETFs stems from the fact that they offer investors one of the most efficient, cost-effective and convenient ways to access returns both from emerging markets and an increasingly wide range of other investment opportunities around the world. The Biggest advantage of ETFs is that they are a convenient and cost-efficient alternative…

Free Online ETF Tools

Bonus Tool ETF Database recently launched ETFdb Pro, a line of premium content including all-ETF portfolios, ETFdb Category research reports, a monthly ETF newsletter, and monthly mailbag session with ETF experts. Quantitative Analysis For investors looking to do more in-depth research into potential ETF investments, expense calculations, asset correlations, investment outlooks, and fund ratings may…

Are ETFs Guaranteed or Insured?

The risk of the underlying asset is quite another matter. Each asset class must be examined separately, and risk profiles of assets may change over time. Stocks are clearly risky, and ones in technology or emerging markets particularly so. Long-term bonds and real estate are also risky in their own way. Short-term investment grade bonds,…