Different Types of ETFs

1. Equity ETFs

• What They Track: Broad indices (Nifty 50, Sensex), sector-specific indices (IT, Pharma), or market caps.
• Examples:
  • Nippon India ETF Nifty BeES.
  • ICICI Prudential Sensex ETF.

2. Gold ETFs

• What They Track: Domestic gold prices; units are backed by physical gold.
• Why Invest: Hedge against inflation and currency risks.
• Examples:
  • SBI ETF Gold.
  • Kotak Gold ETF.

3. Debt ETFs

• What They Track: Government securities, bonds, or fixed-income instruments.
• Why Invest: Ideal for risk-averse investors seeking consistent returns.
• Examples:
  • Bharat Bond ETF (maturity options of 2025, 2031).
  • Edelweiss ETF G-Sec.

4. International ETFs

• What They Track: Global indices like S&P 500 or Nasdaq, offering international diversification.
• Examples:
  • Motilal Oswal Nasdaq 100 ETF.
  • Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF.

5. Thematic ETFs

• What They Track: Specific themes or sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare, or technology.
• Examples:
  • Aditya Birla Sun Life Banking ETF.
  • Reliance Pharma ETF.