The difference between the two is that an index fund is a type of ETF, (exchange traded fund) and an index fund contains a portfolio which tracks components of a financial market index. An ETF is a broader term which is similar to a mutual fund but tracks a specific economic sector like technology or real estate or even a diverse selection of securities. They are also sold just like a regular stock.
The difference between the two is that an index fund is a type of ETF, (exchange traded fund) and an index fund contains a portfolio which tracks components of a financial market index. An ETF is a broader term which is similar to a mutual fund but tracks a specific economic sector like technology or real estate or even a diverse selection of securities. They are also sold just like a regular stock.
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