The S&P 500 will likely continue its growth in 2026. But after three years of robust gains, diversification will be crucial.

Learn what an exchange-traded fund (ETF) is, how it works, its key benefits, risks, and simple steps to start investing in ETFs with confidence for beginners.

The three main differences between index funds and mutual funds are management style, investment objective and cost. Index funds tend to be the clear winner over the long term. Many, or all, of the ...

Like many indexes, the S&P 500 is market capitalization-weighted, which means the greater the size of the company, the more ...

Index provider FTSE Russell is modifying 20 indexes, and billions of dollars are likely to change hands as a result. The adjustment is coming in light of heightened market concentration, which has ...

Whether you're building a new ETF portfolio or enhancing an existing one, Vanguard index funds are worth a look. Experienced and novice investors love Vanguard index funds. In October 2024, ...

It's difficult to put an exact price tag on how much index funds have saved investors since their creation in 1975. But it's safe to say it's a big number. It's also safe to say that the savings ...

Based on the conventional wisdom in the financial-planning industry and in financial media, you'd think the new world of low-cost exchange-traded funds and index funds is a straightforward win-win for ...

India’s rapid shift towards index-based investing is reshaping how portfolios are being built, with passive funds gaining ...