ETFs

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A new classification system from Morningstar is intended to help advisors and investors better identify, compare and analyze these active exchange-traded products.

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Advisors who want to include single-country funds in clients' portfolios may have to choose between ETFs and closed-end mutual funds. While both versions trade like stocks, there are crucial differences to consider.

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Many new ETFs offer alternative ways to approach equities and fixed income.

Many new ETFs offer alternative ways to approach equities and fixed income.

While there has been rapid growth in U.S. ETFs over the last few years, there has been almost exponential growth of these products worldwide.

With stocks soaring, some advisors are turning to alternatives as a way to trim downside risk while maintaining market participation.