More recently, exchange traded funds have emerged to challenge index funds with some advantages, particularly in cost.

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"I don't believe in quasi-shadowing any index, " proclaims Jehangir who prefers the challenge of active management.

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The challenge for the architect of a bond ETF is to ensure that it closely tracks its respective index in a cost-effective manner, despite the lack of liquidity in the bond market.

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