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A wide selection of Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) at some of the lowest costs

  • Get access to in-depth research and powerful trading platforms
  • Strengthen the foundation of your portfolio with 30+ low-cost Schwab ETFs
  • Broaden your exposure with 4,000+ ETFs across a range of asset classes and fund companies
  • All listed ETFs traded on U.S. exchange are $0 per trade online1 
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Why invest in ETFs?

ETFs can be a valuable addition to your portfolio. They can provide a set of advantages such as:

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    Diversification

    A single ETF can include a wide range of stocks or bonds, which can be used to help you efficiently diversify your portfolio.

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    Lower costs

    ETFs tend to have lower operating expenses than mutual funds which allows those savings to be passed onto investors in the form of lower fees, while also providing potential tax benefits.

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    Flexibility

    Similar to stocks, ETFs can be traded anytime during market hours.

Get access to our ETF expertise

Your approach to ETF investing depends on what type of investor you are. At Schwab, we provide the help you need to build a portfolio that fits your investment strategy.

  • Choose your own

    For self-directed investors, Schwab offers a variety of tools, guidance, and support designed specifically for you.

  • Use our tools to build a portfolio

    For self-directed investors who want help creating a diversified ETF portfolio, our Personalized Portfolio Builder tool simplifies the process.

  • Get a managed portfolio solution

    Let our automated investing services handle things for you, with live support from Schwab investment professionals available 24/7.

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Need help understanding your ETF options?

1. Standard online US$0 commission does not apply to over-the-counter (OTC) equities, futures, fixed-income investments, or trades placed directly on a foreign exchange or in the Canadian market. Options trades will be subject to the standard US$0.65 per-contract fee. Service charges apply for trades placed through a broker (US$25). Industry fees, ADR fees, and Stock Borrow fees still apply. Schwab One International® accounts require a minimum deposit to open. Please contact Schwab for details. See the Charles Schwab Pricing Guide for Individual Investors for full fee and commission schedules.

Investors should consider carefully information contained in the prospectus or, if available, the summary prospectus, including investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses. You can request a prospectus by calling Schwab at 800-435-4000. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.

Investment returns and principal values will fluctuate, and shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Shares of ETFs are not individually redeemable directly with the ETF. Shares of ETFs are bought and sold at market price, which may be higher or lower than the net asset value (NAV).

ETFs at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. ("Schwab") which are U.S. exchange-listed can be traded without a commission on buy and sell transactions made online in a Schwab account. Unlisted ETFs are subject to a commission. Trade orders placed through a broker will receive the negotiated broker-assisted rate. An industry fee applies. All ETFs are subject to management fees and expenses. Please see the Charles Schwab Pricing Guide for additional information. Schwab's affiliate Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc., dba Schwab Asset Management®, serves as the investment adviser to the Schwab ETFs, which compensates Schwab Asset Management out of the applicable operating expense ratios. The amount of the fees is disclosed in the prospectus of each ETF.

Schwab receives remuneration from active semi-transparent (also known as non-transparent) ETFs or their sponsors for platform support and technology, shareholder communications, reporting, and similar administrative services for active semi-transparent ETFs available at Schwab. Additional information about Schwab's financial and other relationships with ETFs is available here: Schwab's Financial and Other Relationships.

Diversification strategies do not ensure a profit and do not protect against losses in declining markets.

Schwab Asset Management®​ is the dba name for Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc., the investment adviser for Schwab ETFs. Schwab ETFs are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SIDCO). Schwab Asset Management is a separate but affiliated company and subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation and is not affiliated with SIDCO.