FAQ: Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)

Frequently asked questions about Exchange traded funds.

• What are the different ETF categories and sectors?
• How is an ETF designed?
• What are some of the differences between indices and their managers?
• What benefits can ETFs offer?
• How are ETFs and their income taxed?
• What should I look for when analyzing ETFs?
• What are inverse and leveraged ETFs?
• What are Commodity ETFs?
• What are Currency ETFs?
• What are Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs)?
• What are actively managed ETFs?
• Are there any negative aspects to ETFs?
• What do you need to consider before you buy an ETF?
• Who sells ETF products in Canada?
• What are ETPs, ETCs, and ETNs?
• What are Swap-Based Exchanged Traded Funds?