Advantages & Disadvantages of Index Funds

There are several benefits of Index Funds!

1. Diversification: Reduces risk by spreading investments across multiple companies.

2. Low Fees: No need for expensive fund managers or stock picking.

3. Consistent Performance: Historically performs well over time.

With so many benefits, there are obviously few drawbacks as well...

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Investors have no Control Over Stock Selection - Investors can't remove specific companies from the index.

Index Funds Average Market Returns and won’t outperform the index, unlike some actively managed funds.

Nonetheless, Index Funds are still a great way to diversify your portfolio with consistent growth!

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