Exchange Traded Funds (ETF’s) are baskets of securities that trade like stocks. ETF’s are an excellent “trading widget” because they eliminate the risk of holding  single securities, have low internal costs, offer access to almost every asset class and country, and allow portfolio managers to manage currency risk.

ETF’s have been growing globally since the early 1990’s and are starting to replace mutual funds here (in part) because Canada has the world’s highest mutual fund fees.

Lower cost is great, but the key to protecting and growing your nest egg is the skill of the portfolio manager. Financial markets are complex, fast-paced, and driven largely by the irrational behavior of emotional investors. Full-time focus, technical expertise, robust trading systems and patience & discipline are all necessary.

Our managers add significant value to client portfolios through Active Management. Integrated Wealth Management is pleased to work with ETF Capital Management, Canada’s leading authority on Exchange Traded Funds