The Glossary

Markets

ETF

Exchange-Traded Fund — a fund that trades like a share.

In plain language

A basket of investments you can buy or sell during market hours at a live price, often tracking an index.

Why it matters

It's the most common wrapper people actually use to start owning.

Put it to work

Own more. Owe less.

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