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    What is an ETF?

    Written by Joelle Vaillancourt

    Updated at May 22nd, 2025

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    An ETF, or Exchange Traded Fund, is an investment instrument that is traded on an exchange like a stock. An ETF can hold a wide range of underlying securities, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, derivatives, and more.

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