For the third discussion question of the quarter, we are going to examine a few Exchange-Traded...

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For the third discussion question of the quarter, we are going to examine a few Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and determine which seems like the best investment for us. Information about ETF performance, industry, expense ratio, dividend yield, and various other elements will be given. Based on the description of the funds provided, I would like for you to discuss which investment was the most appealing to you from the perspective of a potential investor and why you felt that way. As it is likely that there will many different companies chosen by different members of the class, please feel free to discuss and debate with your colleagues about areas of agreement and disagreement with your selections for your required follow-up responses. ETF #1 ETF #2 ETF #3 ETF #4 ETF #5 Bonds (AA+ Industry/Sector Whole Market Energy (Oil) Whole Market Technology Grade) 12-month Returns +9.1% 4.2% +1.2% +5.5% +19.2% Expense Ratio 0.10% 0.12% 0.05% 0.50% 1:15% Dividend Yield 1.1% 3.4% 3.1% 1.1% 0.1% Leveraged? No No No No Yes (3x) Inverse? No No No Yes No Region US Domestic US Domestic Global Characteristic Blend Industry-Specific Global Bonds Emerging Nations Global Negative Growth Global Growth For the third discussion question of the quarter, we are going to examine a few Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and determine which seems like the best investment for us. Information about ETF performance, industry, expense ratio, dividend yield, and various other elements will be given. Based on the description of the funds provided, I would like for you to discuss which investment was the most appealing to you from the perspective of a potential investor and why you felt that way. As it is likely that there will many different companies chosen by different members of the class, please feel free to discuss and debate with your colleagues about areas of agreement and disagreement with your selections for your required follow-up responses. ETF #1 ETF #2 ETF #3 ETF #4 ETF #5 Bonds (AA+ Industry/Sector Whole Market Energy (Oil) Whole Market Technology Grade) 12-month Returns +9.1% 4.2% +1.2% +5.5% +19.2% Expense Ratio 0.10% 0.12% 0.05% 0.50% 1:15% Dividend Yield 1.1% 3.4% 3.1% 1.1% 0.1% Leveraged? No No No No Yes (3x) Inverse? No No No Yes No Region US Domestic US Domestic Global Characteristic Blend Industry-Specific Global Bonds Emerging Nations Global Negative Growth Global Growth