EPISODE · Oct 4, 2025 · 13 MIN
Index Funds vs ETFs vs Mutual Funds | 100 Years of Investing, Who Wins?
from The Money Matters MD Show · host Abhishek Gadre, MD, FCCP
Are mutual funds still worth it? Or should you stick with index funds and ETFs for smarter investing? 🤔In this episode of Money Matters MD, Dr. Abhishek Gadre breaks down:What mutual funds are and why 90% fail to beat the marketThe origin of index funds (Jack Bogle’s Vanguard revolution in 1976)The rise of ETFs in 1993 and how they changed investing foreverThe evolution of active ETFs after 2008My final ranking of investment vehicles (from worst to best)💡 Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, this episode will help you understand the differences, avoid high fees, and build long-term wealth with the right investment strategy.👉 Listen now to learn why index funds consistently win — and how you can use them to reach financial independence.
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Are mutual funds still worth it? Or should you stick with index funds and ETFs for smarter investing? 🤔In this episode of Money Matters MD, Dr. Abhishek Gadre breaks down:What mutual funds are and why 90% fail to beat the marketThe origin of index funds (Jack Bogle’s Vanguard revolution in 1976)The rise of ETFs in 1993 and how they changed investing foreverThe evolution of active ETFs after 2008My final ranking of investment vehicles (from worst to best)💡 Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, this episode will help you understand the differences, avoid high fees, and build long-term wealth with the right investment strategy.👉 Listen now to learn why index funds consistently win — and how you can use them to reach financial independence.
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