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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 14 MIN

The Rise of Passive Investing: Index Funds and ETFs

from Navigating The Rough Waters of Investment · host Launchpod Studio

In recent years, passive investment strategies like index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have gained significant popularity. In this episode, we'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of passive investing, and how it compares to active management. We'll also discuss the role of index funds and ETFs in portfolio construction, and how they can be used to gain exposure to specific sectors, asset classes, or investment themes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In recent years, passive investment strategies like index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have gained significant popularity. In this episode, we'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of passive investing, and how it compares to active management. We'll also discuss the role of index funds and ETFs in portfolio construction, and how they can be used to gain exposure to specific sectors, asset classes, or investment themes.

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