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The Elusive Trade How Exchange-traded Funds Conquered Wall Street


Free Download The Elusive Trade: How Exchange-traded Funds Conquered Wall Street by Ralph H. Lehman
English | May 21, 2019 | ISBN: 1612543073 | 200 pages | PDF | 7.63 Mb
On January 22, 1993, the first exchange-traded fund was launched in the United States. It was called the SPDR fund—also known as the “Spider”—and it offered convenient and affordable exposure to a range of markets in a new way, different from traditional mutual funds. Shortly after this introduction, ETFs became an incredibly popular option for both individuals and for institutional investors, and they began to grow in numbers. In The Elusive Trade: How Exchange-Traded Funds Conquered Wall Street, Ralph H. Lehman leverages his twenty-year financial background and investment expertise to dive deep into the history of ETFs in this country, explore their development, and highlight the people who paved the way for the Spider’s success, leading to the market we know now.

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Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies, 3rd Edition


Free Download Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies, 3rd Edition by Russell Wild MBA, Chris Sorensen, Tantor Audio
English | 2022 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B09PWMK1YQ | MP3@64 kbps | 17h 11m | 487 Mb
Want to expand your portfolio beyond stocks and mutual funds? Then take a look at exchange-traded funds (ETFs)! A cross between an index fund and a stock, they’re transparent, easy to trade, and tax-efficient. They’re also enticing because they consist of a bundle of assets, so diversifying your portfolio is easy. You might have even seen them offered in your 401(k) or 529 college plan.
Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies is your primer on ETFs. It gives you an insider perspective on the investment process, starting with an overview of ETFs and how they differ from stocks and mutual funds. The book also helps you measure risk and add on to your portfolio, and offers advice on how to avoid the mistakes even professionals sometimes make. Throughout, you’ll also find plenty of tips, tricks, and even sample portfolios to set you up on the right path for investment success.

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