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Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, are hybrid investments that are passively managed. They track an index and their investments are not picked by people, unlike mutual funds. Learn the basics about the popular funds and read the latest from our analysts.

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Morningstar's Guide to ETFs

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Medalist ETFs

These exchange-traded funds have what it takes to win in the long run.


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Sector Funds

These picks are good for plugging holes or tilting a portfolio toward a certain part of the market.


Name	Rating
Baron Real Estate Institutional
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