ETF Facts documents are required to disclose specific details related to the trading characteristics of ETFs that may not be present in Fund Facts documents. These include themarket price and bid-ask spread, which provide transparency about the costs associated with buying and selling ETFs.
Key Elements in ETF Facts Documents:
* Market Price and Bid-Ask Spread
* Unlike mutual funds, ETFs trade on stock exchanges. The ETF Facts document must disclose the average bid-ask spread, reflecting the cost of trading and the liquidity of the ETF. This is vital for investors assessing transaction costs.
* Investment Exposure
* While investment exposure may also appear in mutual funds, ETFs provide unique insights into their holdings and methodology due to their structure.
* Management Fee
* Management fees are included in both ETF Facts and Fund Facts documents, providing details on operational costs.
* Total Value of Units
* This may also be found in mutual fund documents, not exclusively in ETF Facts.
The inclusion of trading-specific metrics like the bid-ask spread in ETF Facts ensures investors are fully aware of trading costs, aiding informed decision-making.
References from CSC Study Documents:
* Mutual Funds vs. ETFs, Chapter 19, Volume 2: Compares disclosure requirements for ETFs and mutual funds, emphasizing details unique to ETFs.
* General disclosure requirements outlined inSection 19, including bid-ask spreads and market prices.