Index investing
InvestingDefinition
Buying broad market indices (typically via ETFs or mutual funds) instead of trying to pick individual winners. Foundation: 90%+ of active managers fail to beat their benchmark over 15 years, after fees.
Pioneered by John Bogle (founder of Vanguard, 1975 first retail index fund). Index assets crossed active in 2019. The "Bogleheads" community evangelizes a 2- or 3-fund index portfolio for retail investors.
Pioneered by John Bogle (founder of Vanguard, 1975 first retail index fund). Index assets crossed active in 2019. The "Bogleheads" community evangelizes a 2- or 3-fund index portfolio for retail investors.
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