Lots of Different Types of ETFs
By Mark Kennedy, About.com Guide to Exchange Traded Funds
As the world of ETFs constantly expands it's important to know what types of exchange traded funds are available for your portfolio. This is where you start. From commodity, to bond, to foreign ETFs, we can tell you everything you need to know about every type of ETF.
- The Main Types of ETFs
- All Those Commodity ETFs
- Foreign ETFs for Investing Abroad
- Bonding with Bond ETFs
- Stylin' with Style ETFs
The Main Types of ETFs
Some ETFs can be listed under multiple categories. For example, there are inverse currency ETFs as well as inverse energy ETFs. Some ETFs track and index, some track a commodity. And then there are ETNs to boot. So before you delve into the nitty-gritty, here are some of the ETFs that can fall into multiple sectors
- The Many Types of ETFs (And Counting)
- What is the difference between an ETN and an ETF?
- Different Types of ETNs
- Market ETFs for Beginners
- Industry ETFs, Perfect for Following Sectors
- 6 Questions to Ask About Inverse ETFs
- Leveraged ETFs - Controversial & Innovative Funds
- Actively Managed ETFs - The Best of Both Worlds?
All Those Commodity ETFs
One of the broadest ETF categories, commodity ETFs cover everything from energy to gold to livestock..and then some. The possibilities are unlimited and growing, so have a look and see which commodity fund is the best fit for your investing strategy.
- Learn the Basics About Commodity ETFs
- Five Reasons Energy ETFs Might be a Good Fit for Your Portfolio
- 13 Types of Energy ETFs
- What You Need to Know About Gold ETFs
- 6 Types of Gold ETFs
- Why Oil ETFs May Be a Fit for Your Portfolio
- Making Green With Solar Energy ETFs
- Coal ETFs – Not a Bad Investment for Your Stocking
Foreign ETFs for Investing Abroad
Just because you live in the U.S. doesn't mean your portfolio does, too. From emerging markets, to currency trading, foreign ETFs can help diversify a portfolio, hedge country risk, and capitalize on more opportunities. If you want to learn about foreign ETFs, this is where you start.
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Foreign ETFs
- 7 Ways to Invest in Emerging Markets with ETFs
- Why You Should Consider Currency ETFs
- 4 Ways to Invest with International Bond ETFs
- 7 Ways to Invest in China with China ETFs
Bonding with Bond ETFs
Bonds are a very popular investment, so it makes sense that bond ETFs are gaining popularity as well. So if you think your ready to create a revenue stream in your portfolio as well benefit from the many advantages of ETFs, look no further than a Bond ETF
- Welcome to the World of Bond ETFs
- 14 Types of Bond ETFs
- 4 Ways to Invest with International Bond ETFs
- Exchange traded notes - a Debt Variation of ETFs
- Types of ETNs - The Unpopular but Powerful Little Brother of ETFs
Stylin' with Style ETFs
If you are looking for an ETF to match your investing style, we have that. From market-cap styles to value and growth ETFs (or a blend of both), there's a style ETF just screaming to be in your portfolio. Check them out.
