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Why everyone is investing in ETFs

Why everyone is investing in ETFs

Exchange-traded funds are an investment megatrend that offer cheaper fees and a vast array of choice. But there is a lot to consider before buying.

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which let investors buy bundles of shares that track an index or investment theme without picking individual stocks, are the biggest investment trend of the decade.

Vanguard data shows Australians have $153 billion invested in ETFs, up from $8.9 billion in 2013.

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Tom RichardsonJournalistTom Richardson writes and comments on markets including equities, debt, crypto, software, banking, payments, and regulation. He worked in asset management at Bank of New York Mellon and is a member of the CFA Society of the UK as a holder of the Investment Management Certificate. Connect with Tom on Twitter. Email Tom at tom.richardson@afr.com

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