The Index Investor

The Index Investor

Smart, low-cost investing made easy with broad market exposure and long-term focus.

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Deep dives, expert commentary, and smart takes on index investing and market trends.

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Gold ETFs: Should they be part of your passive portfolio?

Commodities can stabilise portfolios and improve long-term resilience. Find out how to build a well-rounded passive portfolio by including gold ETFs - a trendy yet simple way to invest in the precious metal.

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The hidden flaw in passive portfolios

Why owning more funds may reduce diversification and how small inefficiencies lead you to leaving money on table.

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Is passive investing getting too big?

As index funds grow rapidly, do they distort markets or simply follow them? Find out what global trends and investor behaviour reveal about the active vs passive debate.

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Can factor investing really beat the market?

The promise of alpha without active management and the hidden risks, cycles, and patience it demands

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Why large-cap index funds work as your core

What makes large caps efficient--and hard to beat. And why passive may outperform active over time

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Beyond large caps: Why choose small and mid-cap index funds

A passive investing lens on growth, volatility, and allocation. What to expect from small- and mid-cap index exposure.

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