MUTUAL FUNDS and ETFSA G

May 22, 2019

American investors often turn to mutual funds and exchangetraded funds (ETFs) to save for retirement and other financial goals. Although mutual funds and ETFs have similarities, they have differences that may make one option preferable for any particular investor. This brochure explains the basics of mutual
fund and ETF investing, how each investment option works, the potential costs associated with each option, and how to research a particular investment.

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