Track the markets with ETFs

Choose from over 900 exchange-traded funds (ETFs)
to invest in commission-free.

When you invest, your capital is at risk.
Other charges may apply. See our pricing table.

ETF investing

ETFs or exchange-traded funds are funds that trade on a stock market. Most ETFs track the performance of a market index or a basket of stocks, so they are an easy way to spread your money across different companies in one go. Because ETFs are listed on stock markets, you can buy and sell them throughout the day.

Exchange

ETFs are bought and sold on a stock exchange.

Traded

You can buy and sell ETFs throughout the day.

Funds

ETFs invest in a collection of stocks, bonds or other assets.

Why invest in ETFs?

ETF Advantages

Simple
Invest in a ready-made basket of stocks or other assets, you don’t have to choose each stock individually.
Portfolio diversification
Spread your money across different companies and even different assets. All this should help you to reduce your stock-specific risk.
Low cost
Index ETFs are generally less expensive than actively managed funds and they should also cost less than buying each individual share.
Tax-efficient
Some ETFs are exempt from the UK’s 0.50% stamp duty. Hold your ETFs in an ISA or SIPP account and you could get extra tax efficiencies.

ETF Disadvantages

Market returns
Most ETFs track an index. By design, it will never aim to beat the index.
Diversification not guaranteed
Sector-specific ETFs might actually concentrate your risk, as any external effect on that sector could move the price of all stocks in an ETF.
Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that an asset may be difficult to sell quickly or to sell at a reasonable price. Certain ETFs can suffer lower liquidity at times.
Investment risk
Any investment you make can rise as well as fall in value.

Please remember any tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may be subject to change in future. ISA and SIPP rules apply.

Learn more about ETFs

Types of ETFs to invest in

Equity ETFs

Index tracking ETFs are the most popular ETFs and provide exposure to the broader market, such as the S&P 500.

Bond ETFs

Ready-made portfolios of government and corporate bonds, covering different maturities and industries. Bond ETFs could help control the level of risk in your portfolio and potentially provide an income.

Commodity ETFs

Exchange-traded commodities (ETCs) give exposure to commodity markets and track things like gold or crude oil.

Dividend ETFs

These exchange-traded funds are focused on dividend-paying stocks and can provide a regular income.

Sector ETFs

Industry-focused ETFs can give you exposure to specific sectors you are interested in, from major industries like pharma to more niche ones like coffee.

International ETFs

Get exposure to different geographic areas and seize opportunities in developed and emerging countries.

Market-cap index ETFs

These are passive funds that select stocks based on a company’s market cap or value of its shares.

Sustainable ETFs

ESG investing is growing in popularity, and sustainable ETFs can help you diversify your investments in line with your ethical beliefs.