Learn about ETFs

Considering ETFs as part of your investment strategy? Start here with some great resources to get a better understanding of ETFs and how they can fit into your portfolio.



What is an ETF?


An ETF (exchange-traded fund) is a basket of securities you can buy or sell through a brokerage firm on a stock exchange. Watch the video to learn about the fundamentals of investing, including types of investing vehicles and how they’re managed.

Types of ETFs

There are many types of ETFs that investors can choose from, providing access to different assets and markets, to help them achieve a variety of investment objectives. Select an ETF type to learn more.



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Using Fidelity's ETF Screener


Fidelity's powerful screener lets you target and compare ETFs to help generate ideas aligned with your objectives. Watch this video to learn how to use our ETF Screener.

Explore more about ETFs

From Fidelity's Learning Center, these resources can help you further expand your ETF knowledge.

Mutual funds vs. ETFs



Which is right for you? It's important to recognize how the vehicles' similarities and differences may influence your investing experience.


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Tax basics for ETFs



ETFs offer tax efficiency as an advantage, but what does that mean? Here are some basic tax rules about ETFs you need to know.


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Tax-loss harvesting using ETFs


Have investment losses? Consider this tax strategy.




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