{"id":17544,"date":"2026-06-09T06:25:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T12:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/?p=17544"},"modified":"2026-06-09T06:25:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T12:55:45","slug":"what-is-etf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is an ETF? Know the Basics Before You Invest"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#What_is_an_ETF_in_the_Stock_Market\" >What is an ETF in the Stock Market?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#What_Are_the_Key_Features_of_ETFs\" >What Are the Key Features of ETFs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#What_Are_the_Types_of_ETFs\" >What Are the Types of ETFs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#What_Are_the_Benefits_of_ETF_Investment\" >What Are the Benefits of ETF Investment?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#ETF_vs_Mutual_Fund_What_Is_the_Difference\" >ETF vs Mutual Fund: What Is the Difference?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#ETF_vs_Stocks_What_Is_the_Difference\" >ETF vs Stocks: What Is the Difference?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#How_to_Invest_in_an_ETF_in_India\" >How to Invest in an ETF in India?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#Do_ETFs_Pay_Dividends_in_India\" >Do ETFs Pay Dividends in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#Can_You_Withdraw_ETFs_Anytime\" >Can You Withdraw ETFs Anytime?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#Why_ETFs_Are_Replacing_Physical_Gold_and_Silver_for_Many_Investors\" >Why ETFs Are Replacing Physical Gold and Silver for Many Investors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-etf\/#Exchange_Traded_Funds_FAQs\" >Exchange Traded Funds : FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<nav style=\"--separator: &quot;\/&quot;\" class=\"wp-block-breadcrumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\"><ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/\">Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/etf\/\">ETF<\/a><\/li><li><span aria-current=\"page\">What Is an ETF? Know the Basics Before You Invest<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As more Indian investors become aware of <strong>costs, diversification, and ease of investing<\/strong>, ETFs are becoming a larger part of India\u2019s investment market. This shift is also visible in AMFI data. As of May 2025, AUM in Indian ETFs crossed \u20b98.5 trillion, up from \u20b95.1 trillion in May 2022, marking a nearly 67% rise in three years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this blog, we will explain what an ETF is, how ETF investments work, and the key benefits and risks investors should know.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_ETF_in_the_Stock_Market\"><\/span>What is an ETF in the Stock Market?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The full form of ETF is Exchange Traded Fund. It is an investment fund that holds a basket of securities and trades on the exchange like a stock. ETFs can track an index, commodity, sector, or other set of assets, helping investors get diversified exposure through a single investment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Key_Features_of_ETFs\"><\/span>What Are the Key Features of ETFs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ETFs provide the diversification of a fund with the trading flexibility of a stock, reducing risk compared to buying individual stocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are the key features of ETFs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Exchange-Traded Instrument<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>ETFs are listed on the stock exchange and can be bought or sold during market hours, just like shares.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basket of Securities<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>An ETF usually holds a group of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities instead of a single security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Index or Asset Tracking<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Most ETFs are designed to track an index, sector, commodity, or theme, which determines their market exposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-Time Pricing<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>ETF prices change throughout the trading session based on market demand and the value of the underlying assets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transparent Structure<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>ETFs generally disclose the assets they hold, making it easier for investors to know what they are investing in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mostly Passive in Nature<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Many ETFs follow a passive investment approach, where the fund mirrors an index instead of actively selecting securities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Types_of_ETFs\"><\/span>What Are the Types of ETFs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ETFs come in different forms based on the <strong>asset, index, sector, or strategy<\/strong> they track. This helps investors choose ETFs based on their investment goals, risk tolerance, and market exposure.<br><br><strong>Here are the types of ETFs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Equity ETFs:<\/strong> These ETFs track stock market indices such as the Nifty 50, Sensex, or S&amp;P 500.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Debt or Bond ETFs:<\/strong> These invest in fixed-income instruments such as government securities, treasury bills, or corporate bonds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commodity ETFs:<\/strong> They track the price of commodities such as <a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-gold-etf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gold<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/silver-etf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">silver<\/a>, crude oil, natural gas, and agricultural commodities.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sectoral or Thematic ETFs:<\/strong> These ETFs focus on a specific sector like banking, IT, or pharma, or follow a broader <strong>theme<\/strong> such as manufacturing, ESG, or digital growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International or Global ETFs:<\/strong> These provide exposure to foreign stock markets or global indices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smart Beta or Factor ETFs:<\/strong> These ETFs track custom indices built around factors such as low volatility, value, quality, or momentum, rather than standard market-cap weighting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Liquid ETFs:<\/strong> Liquid ETFs invest in short-term money market instruments and are designed for relatively high liquidity and low-duration exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Benefits_of_ETF_Investment\"><\/span>What Are the Benefits of ETF Investment?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ETFs offer investors instant diversification, low cost, high liquidity, and transparency, making them an efficient tool for building a portfolio.<br><br><strong>Here are the detailed benefits of ETFs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Easy Diversification<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Since an ETF holds multiple securities, it helps investors spread risk through a single investment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Efficiency<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Many ETFs have lower expense ratios than actively managed funds, which can make them more efficient over the long term.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trading Flexibility<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Investors can buy or sell ETFs during market hours, which provides more flexibility than products priced only once a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple Market Access<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>ETFs make it easier to invest in indices, sectors, commodities, or global markets without buying each asset separately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Suitable for Beginners<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>ETFs can be a simple starting point for investors who want diversified market exposure without researching many individual stocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Useful for Long-Term Investing<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Because of their diversified and low-cost nature, ETFs can also be used for building a long-term portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ETF_vs_Mutual_Fund_What_Is_the_Difference\"><\/span>ETF vs Mutual Fund: What Is the Difference?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The difference between an ETF and a mutual fund is that ETFs trade on the stock exchange like shares, while mutual funds are bought and redeemed at end-of-day NAV.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the detailed comparison:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Basis<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ETF<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Mutual Fund<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trading<\/td><td>Traded on the stock exchange like a share<\/td><td>Bought and redeemed through the fund house<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pricing<\/td><td>Price changes during market hours<\/td><td>Priced once a day based on NAV<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Investment Mode<\/td><td>Requires a demat and trading account<\/td><td>Can be bought without exchange trading<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Management Style<\/td><td>Often passively managed<\/td><td>Can be actively or passively managed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cost<\/td><td>Usually, a lower expense ratio<\/td><td>Can be higher, especially in active funds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Liquidity<\/td><td>Can be sold anytime during market hours<\/td><td>Redemption happens at the end-of-day NAV<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Investment<\/td><td>Price of one ETF unit<\/td><td>Can start with a small SIP or a lump sum amount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flexibility<\/td><td>Suitable for real-time market participation<\/td><td>Better suited for planned investing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><em>Still unsure which investment option to choose? Check the detailed differences between <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/etf-vs-mutual-fund\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>ETFs and mutual funds<\/em><\/a><em>!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ETF_vs_Stocks_What_Is_the_Difference\"><\/span>ETF vs Stocks: What Is the Difference?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main difference between an <strong>ETF and a stock<\/strong> is that a stock represents ownership in a single company, while an ETF provides exposure to a basket of securities through a single investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the detailed comparison:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Basis<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ETF<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Stock<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Meaning<\/td><td>A fund that holds a basket of securities<\/td><td>Share of ownership in one company<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diversification<\/td><td>Multiple assets<\/td><td>A single company<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Risk Level<\/td><td>Usually more spread out<\/td><td>More dependent on one company\u2019s performance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trading<\/td><td>Bought and sold on the exchange<\/td><td>Bought and sold on the exchange<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Return Source<\/td><td>Depends on overall basket performance<\/td><td>Depends on company performance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitability<\/td><td>Useful for diversified investing<\/td><td>Useful for focused company-specific investing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Invest_in_an_ETF_in_India\"><\/span>How to Invest in an ETF in India?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can invest in an ETF in India through the stock exchange, just like buying a share. To do this, you need a demat and a trading account, and enough funds in your linked bank account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here is how the process usually works:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Get the Required Account Setup: <\/strong>A demat and trading account is needed because ETF units are bought on the exchange and held in electronic form.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose the ETF You Want to Invest In:<\/strong> Select an ETF based on the index, sector, commodity, or asset class you want exposure to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review the Basics:<\/strong> Check important details such as liquidity, expense ratio, fund objective, and tracking difference before investing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy During Market Hours:<\/strong> Place your order through your broker\u2019s platform, just as you would while buying a listed stock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitor Your Holdings:<\/strong> Once purchased, the ETF units will appear in your demat account and can be tracked like other market investments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>To get started, <a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/open-an-account\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=cta\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/open-an-account\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=cta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">open a free demat account<\/a> and explore ETFs and other market-linked investment options.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ETFs_Pay_Dividends_in_India\"><\/span>Do ETFs Pay Dividends in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, some ETFs in India can pay dividends, but this depends on the type of ETF and its payout structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most ETFs are designed to track an index or asset, so any dividends received are reflected in the fund\u2019s value, NAV or market price rather than being paid out to investors separately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some ETFs may use a <strong>dividend payout strategy<\/strong>, while others may use a <strong>growth strategy<\/strong>, where earnings are retained.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why investors should check the ETF\u2019s scheme details before investing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Withdraw_ETFs_Anytime\"><\/span>Can You Withdraw ETFs Anytime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, ETFs can be sold at any time during active stock market hours, making them relatively liquid and flexible for investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike mutual funds, ETFs trade in real time on the stock exchange, so you can sell them at the prevailing market price. However, the final amount you receive can still be influenced by market movement, liquidity, and applicable charges at the time of selling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_ETFs_Are_Replacing_Physical_Gold_and_Silver_for_Many_Investors\"><\/span>Why ETFs Are Replacing Physical Gold and Silver for Many Investors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Many investors are shifting to gold and silver ETFs because:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No storage worries:<\/strong> Gold and silver ETFs give exposure to precious metals without the need to store them physically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No purity concerns:<\/strong> Investors do not need to check quality or authenticity as they would with physical bullion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy to trade:<\/strong> ETFs can be bought and sold on stock exchanges, which makes entry and exit simpler.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More cost-efficient:<\/strong> They can help avoid expenses such as locker charges, insurance, or making charges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better for convenience:<\/strong> Investors can track and manage holdings easily through their demat and trading accounts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before choosing an ETF, look at what it tracks, how actively it trades, and the costs involved. The right choice depends on your investment objective, risk appetite, and holding period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also, Explore About <a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/gold-etf-vs-physical-gold\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/gold-etf-vs-physical-gold\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold ETF vs. Physical Gold<\/a>: Which One to Buy?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exchange_Traded_Funds_FAQs\"><\/span>Exchange Traded Funds : FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009008072\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are ETFs and how do they work?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">ETFs are exchange-traded funds that hold a basket of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities. They work by tracking an index, sector, or asset and can be bought or sold on the stock exchange like shares.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009008849\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are ETFs a good investment?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">ETFs can be a useful investment option for those seeking diversification, lower costs, and market-linked exposure. Their suitability depends on the asset they track and the investor\u2019s goals.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009035441\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is ETF good for beginners?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">ETFs can suit beginners because they offer diversified exposure through a single investment. They are often considered simpler than choosing multiple individual stocks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009047634\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I withdraw ETFs anytime?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">ETFs can be sold at any time during active market hours, subject to liquidity on the exchange. The sale value depends on the market price at the time of selling.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009054850\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the 70\/30 rule ETF?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The 70\/30 rule refers to an asset allocation strategy where 70% of the portfolio is invested in equity-focused ETFs and 30% in debt or fixed-income ETFs. It is a moderate growth strategy choice, not a rule specific to ETFs themselves.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009070354\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does ETF pay dividends in India?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Some ETFs in India may distribute dividends, while others may retain the income within the fund structure. It depends on the ETF\u2019s payout option and underlying assets.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781009082731\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can ETFs go to zero?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">An ETF can lose significant value if the underlying assets perform poorly, but going to zero is uncommon unless the tracked assets become worthless or the fund is closed.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source:<\/strong> https:\/\/investor.sebi.gov.in\/exchange_traded_fund.html<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#d79b30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Disclaimer<\/mark>: This content is for education and awareness purposes only and should not be considered investment advice or a recommendation. Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. 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