UNVEILING EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE

Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, have become a popular investment option for investors of all experience levels. Quite simply, an ETF is a type of security that follows the performance of a particular index, such as the S&P 500 or the Nasdaq Composite. Comparable to individual stocks, ETFs are bought and sold on public exchanges throughout the day.

The ProShares Ultra SmallCap 600 ETF (UWM) seeks to provide returns that are double the performance of the Russell 2000 Small Cap Index. This amplified ETF concentrates on small-cap stocks, providing investors with a way to potentially increase their exposure to this segment of the market. However, it's essential to comprehend the challenges associ