Equity / Investment Vehicle

ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund)

Definition

A basket of securities (stocks, bonds, commodities) traded on an exchange like a stock. Offers diversification and low costs.

Example
SPY ETF tracks the S&P 500 index. Mutual Fund Category: Equity / Investment Vehicle Definition: A pooled investment vehicle managed professionally that invests in stocks, bonds, or other assets. P
Frequently Asked Question
What is ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) in trading?
A basket of securities (stocks, bonds, commodities) traded on an exchange like a stock. Offers diversification and low costs.
APA Citation
Clark, R. (2025). ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund). VixShield Trading Glossary. Retrieved from https://www.vixshield.com/glossary/etf-exchange-traded-fund
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Russell Clark, FNP-C
Author of SPX Mastery series · Founder of VixShield
Last updated:  ·  Source: VixShield Trading Glossary — From SPX Mastery by Russell Clark
⚠️ Not financial advice. This definition is educational content from the SPX Mastery book series by Russell Clark (VixShield). Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading options involves substantial risk of loss and is not appropriate for all investors. Always paper trade before risking real capital.