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The Truth About ETFs & Passive Investing

Market Mechanics & Institutional Secrets

The Truth About ETFs & Passive Investing

ETFs are marketed as "safe"—but they're ticking time bombs in crises. Learn how to exploit their structural flaws and avoid liquidity black holes.

Levels
4
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180 credits
Category
Market Mechanics & Institutional Secrets
The Truth About ETFs & Passive Investing
4 levels
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Level 1

Beginner

  1. Covered in this level

    You will study what an ETF is, how an index is built, what fees and tracking difference mean, and how buying and selling an ETF differs from a mutual fund.

  2. Suited to

    This level is for learners who have heard about ETFs and index funds and want to know how they really work.

  3. What you will be able to apply

    After this level, you will be able to explain what an ETF holds, read an expense ratio and basic fund fact sheet, and compare passive investing with picking individual stocks.

About this material

Explore the rise of ETFs and the passive investing revolution—and the hidden risks behind them. This material breaks down how ETFs are structured, the mechanics of arbitrage, and the systemic impact of passive fund flows on price discovery. You’ll discover when passive investing helps and when it harms portfolio performance. Analyze real-world examples of ETF-induced volatility and breakdowns. Ideal for both active traders and long-term investors who want to understand the real influence of passive capital on modern markets.