ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) Definition

An ETF is a fund that holds a basket of assets and trades on an exchange like an individual stock.

What is an ETF?

ETFs often track an index, sector, or commodity, offering diversified exposure through a single tradable instrument.

They combine features of mutual funds and individual stocks, including intraday trading and generally lower costs.

An ETF that tracks a major stock index gives investors exposure to all the companies in that index through one instrument.

Earnings per share is a company's net profit divided by its number of outstanding shares.

An economic calendar lists scheduled economic data releases and events that can affect financial markets.

Equity refers to ownership value in an asset after liabilities are subtracted, or the current value of a trading account.