Vanguard is one of the biggest names in investing and is known for its low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, which is why NextAdvisor named it one of the best online brokerages for 2021. The company is good for investors who select the more passive approach to investing.
Should I invest in ETFs or index funds?
You also could opt to invest in Smart Beta Funds/ETFs which aim to provide better risk adjusted returns than a traditional index fund by replicating a smart beta index. Their expense ratios are lower than actively managed funds but higher than traditional index funds/ETF.
Do ETFs have value?
Value ETFs are more conservative; they may perform better in volatile markets but can come with less potential for growth. A big factor in choosing between growth and value is the state of your current portfolio. If you're starting out, build a portfolio around a core of highly rated value ETFs.
