But it’s probably the tax advantage that’s the biggest difference, because actively managed strategies tend not to be that tax-efficient, whereas an index fund, whether it’s open-end or ETF ...

One of the primary drivers is the significantly lower expense ratios offered by index funds and ETFs compared to active funds ...

While both mutual funds and ETF offer the benefits of diversification and professional management, understanding their key ...

Russ Kinnel, director of ratings for Morningstar Research Services, compares open-end funds and actively managed ETFs from Fidelity, T. Rowe Price, and Capital Group. Matthew Dolgin, senior equity ...