XLF

XLF, or iShares financial sector ETF, is a type of investment fund that pools money from many investors to buy a diversified collection of stocks of financial companies, such as banks, insurance firms, and investment services. It provides investors with exposure to the financial industry as a whole, allowing them to participate in the sector's performance without selecting individual stocks. XLF helps spread risk and offers a way to invest in the financial sector efficiently. It is traded on the stock market, making it accessible for investors to buy or sell shares easily.