Index Funds or ETFs, what's the difference?
Understanding the difference between index funds, ETFs, actively managed funds or even thematic funds can be confusing. But once it clicks, a whole lot of the investing world becomes so much clearer! So we are taking you through a set by step guide to deciphering Index funds and ETFs that will give you confidence on your investing journey. In this episode we walk through: What are Indexes? What are ETFs?How to invest in index funds with ETFs3 simple steps to identifying what a product is investing in and howLinks Referenced: ETFs mentioned: VAS, A200 & IVVListen to our episodes on two ‘all in one’ ETFs- VDHG and DHHF.The Morningstar Australian ETF listHave a question? Leave us a voicemail and we'll answer it on the podcast!Sign up to our daily news email.—------Want more Equity Mates?Listen to our original podcast: Equity Mates Investing (Apple | Spotify)Watch Equity Mates on YouTubePick up our books: Get Started Investing and Don’t Stress, Just InvestFollow us on social media: Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.