The Motley Fool

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

Indeed -- 92% of all domestic stock funds underperformed the benchmark S&P Composite 1500 index. Many smart investors recommend -- and invest in -- low-fee, broad-market index funds. Warren Buffett, for example, has directed that when he dies, much of his wealth be invested in an S&P 500 index fund.

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The Motley Fool

MAY 27, 2024

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) make it super easy to be a passive investor. These characteristics make ETFs ideal for those seeking to generate passive income. Two great dividend ETFs for passive income are JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ: JEPQ) and Schwab U.S.

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The Motley Fool

MAY 10, 2024

But it's currently in the midst of a modest sell-off, which started at the end of March, as investors navigate headwinds relating to inflation and interest rates. That offers investors an opportunity to buy stocks at a discount, particularly those in red-hot sectors like artificial intelligence (AI) that have ripped higher over the past year.

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The Motley Fool

APRIL 28, 2024

Still, for every millionaire maker like Home Depot or Walmart , there is a Bed Bath & Beyond or a JCPenney that wipes out many investors. Thus, while investors should not forget individual stocks, some may prefer to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) instead, to hedge against failed retailers.

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The Motley Fool

MAY 23, 2024

Investors often take on the challenge of picking individual stocks to beat the market or simply invest in a way that suits their risk tolerance and helps accomplish their financial goals. But finding a quality, low-cost, exchange-traded fund (ETF) that achieves diversification and can beat the market is a passive investors' dream come true.

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The Motley Fool

APRIL 12, 2024

Ark Investment Management operates 14 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on disruptive innovation. billion on behalf of its investors. The fund is actively managed, so Wood and her team of experts adjust the portfolio as necessary, which is convenient for passive investors.

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