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ETFs provide low-cost, diversified exposure to broad markets, while stocks are higher-risk, targeted investments that require more analysis

Key factors to consider include what the ETF or stock tracks, along with its key fundamentals and structure

To avoid being overwhelmed, start with broad ETFs, refine choices according to goals, and use screeners to stay focused。。。

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ETFs Outnumber Stocks in US! What’s Your Goal for Holding ETF??

@Tiger_SG：
ETFs are becoming a go-to tool for investors around the world. US ETF market has reached a striking milestone. According to Bloomberg citing Morningstar, there are now 4,370 ETFs listed across U.S. exchanges—that’s more than the 4,172 individual stocks available. With nearly $12 trillion AUM, ETFs have become a powerhouse industry. But more choice doesn’t always mean easier decisions. On SGX, the choices are relatively straightforward: SPDR STI ETF – tracking Singapore’s Straits Times Index, covering blue-chip names Lion-Phillip S-REIT ETF – focused on REITs with steady dividends SPDR Gold Shares – a hedge against uncertainty Lion-OCBC Hang Seng Tech ETF – exposure to Hong Kong’s fast-growing tech sector The Paradox of Too Much Choice Morningstar’s Ben Johnson calls this “choice overload.” Too many options: Strategies overlap, fund names look similar, and it’s hard to tell what’s different. Execution matters: Two ETFs may claim the same strategy, but differences in cost, tracking error, or methodology can change returns. What’s your goal for holding ETF? Broad market exposure $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ , hot theme $iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF(IGV)$ or Alternative assets $iShares Gold Trust(IAU)$ What ETFs are in your portfolio? Do ETFs outnumber stocks in your portfolio? What features do you look at when picking ETFs or stocks? Do you feel overloaded with too many choices?
ETFs Outnumber Stocks in US! What’s Your Goal for Holding ETF??

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  • Astrid Stephen
    ·09-24
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    ETFs’ low cost + diversification fit me! Starting with broad ones, no messy stock analysis.
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  • Athena Spenser
    ·09-24
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    Mix broad ETFs for stability & stocks for targets,check fundamentals first, won’t rush.
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  • quizzio
    ·09-23
    Great insights
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