A survey by Barclays Stockbrokers has shown that 35pc of investors still do not know what ETFs are, whilst a further 5pc wrongly assume they are a type of cash deposit or commodity.
The online poll revealed that 16pc of respondents laud ETFs for their diversified exposure and 15pc cite them as being cost-effective instruments, yet 34pc do not believe ETFs are suitable for them. Barbara-Ann King, head of proposition at Barclays Stockbrokers, commented: "Given the rise in global demand for ETFs since their launch seven years ago, it is evident that some investors in the retail space remain confused as to what they are. However, recent trends have shown that this investment vehicle is increasing its visibility in the world of retail and offers instant benefits to our cl...
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