Exchange-traded funds offer diversified exposure at low cost — here’s how they work and what to watch for.
6 min readPublished 15 March 2026Last updated 1 July 2026
Written by Teresa Mary, Chief Finance Editor
An exchange-traded fund holds a basket of assets and trades on a stock exchange like a share. Many track a market index, offering instant diversification.
Look at the ongoing charge (OCF), platform fees and any dealing commissions. Small percentages compound over decades.
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