XEQT:CA: A Poor Way For Canadians To Invest

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Summary

  • Simplicity in investing has led to the rise of passive investing.
  • iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio, a popular Canadian fund, manages over $6.5 billion and is a fund of funds with seven underlying holdings.
  • The fund offers broad exposure, with the bulk of its holdings outside Canada, including significant investments in US and international developed markets.
  • Despite its simplicity, the fund is a poor choice at this time.
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Simplicity is often prized in investing. Complex methods are not for the common folk. The way this has played out over the last couple of decades is the

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