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Exchange traded funds

An exchange traded fund is an investment fund that comprises different securities and is traded on exchange much like a stock. This type of fund track stock or bond index like Standard&Poor's. Similarly like mutual funds ETFs have mixed portfolio consisting of various types of securities like stocks, bonds and commodities. Funds hold different underlying assets that are divided in shares with attached price which makes them marketable security that trades on exchange so its price can change during the trading day. Exchange  traded funds differ depending on their focus on different aspects of the market. Some funds have stock from hundreds and even thousands different industries while some other may focus on one particular industry  sector. In the same manner some are interested in exclusively on U.S. securities while others have more global approach. Some examples of ETFs are bond ETFs that include different types of bonds (government, corporate and...

How to start investing?

Investing is a great way to grow wealth. The key is to minimize the cost and maximize the return but you will have to keep a few things in mind. Doesn't matter if you have a couple of thousands or a hundred dollars you can always find a way to invest your money, from big blue chip to companies to investing in retirement plan available at your work. First of all you need to determine what is your investment style and choose the right broker accordingly. If you are individual type and you want to explore the market and pick the stock that you like than online or discount broker might be the right for you. Once considered exception online brokers are now the norm. Considered as simple order takers they are the least expensive professionals licensed to buy stock on your behalf. You will be charged on per-transaction or per-share basis. Communication takes place over the phone or via internet. Broker tech support allows you buy and sell stock instantly through your account. The...