Passive investing explained: Sharesies Shared Lunch

There are surprisingly active choices that go into building ‘passive’ funds.

Smart CEO Anna Scott spoke to Garth Bray about Exchanged Traded Funds (ETFs) and what it means to track the market and why ETFs are becoming a go-to choice for investors.

We also discussed how Smart uses index-tracking funds as building blocks in diversified portfolios and the growing trend of self-directed investing.

Listen in to gain insights on market growth, long-term investing strategies, and why "time in the market" often beats "timing the market."

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