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The ABCs of ETFs
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AT-February 2008-1
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Exchange-traded funds have become a phenomenally popular way for people to trade and invest in a wide range of markets everything from stock indices and sectors to commodities, currencies, and foreign countries. Don't get lost in all the information.
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Detailed Description
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been part of the financial marketplace for less than 20 years, but in that time they have grown up well beyond their years. They have made a major impact on the market, both in terms of trading and investing.
There are now hundreds of ETFs available on U.S. exchanges (and hundreds more worldwide) representing a variety of markets and market sectors, but they all share a few common characteristics...
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