Back to the ETFs Directory

ETF Size: Mid-Cap

ETFs, or exchange traded funds, are unique investment vehicles that offer a number of advantages over traditional stocks and mutual funds. ETFs are traded on stock exchanges, like regular stocks, but they differ in that they track an index or a basket of assets. This gives ETFs a number of advantages. First, ETFs offer greater diversification than traditional stocks because they are not limited to one company or sector. Second, ETFs tend to be more tax-efficient than traditional investments because they generate fewer capital gains. Finally, ETFs often have lower fees than traditional mutual funds. Mid-cap ETFs offer all of the benefits of ETFs in general, with the added advantage of being able to offer exposure to companies that are often too small to be included in large-cap indexes. By investing in a mid-cap ETF, investors can get the growth potential of small-cap stocks without the higher risk. Mid-cap ETFs also tend to be less volatile than small-cap ETFs, making them an attractive option for risk-averse investors.