XEQT Contribution Calculator
See how little changes can add up to something big over time.
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XEQT FAQ
What is XEQT?
XEQT is iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio, an all-equity globally diversified ETF listed in Canada. It’s designed as a one-ticket global stock portfolio, holding thousands of companies across Canada, the U.S., developed international markets, and emerging markets. Because it’s 100% equities (no bonds), XEQT targets long-term growth and is best suited for investors with a higher risk tolerance and a long investment horizon.
Alll the guys on Reddit keep saying 'just buy XEQT'. What do they mean?
They are referring to the 'set it and forget it' ideology of focusing on long term, consistent contributions in the hopes that over a long time horizon (we're talking decades), they'll be set for retirement.
Does this include dividends and taxes?
This calculator uses a simplified annual return assumption and does not model account fees or personal taxes. Bearish is set to 4%, Neutral is set to 7% and Bullish is set to 10%.
What are these free trades and $25 Sign Up Bonus mentioned above?
Those are related to one of the fastest growing financial firms in Canada where you can open a TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, and a whole host of other account types. Trades are FREE which makes the 'Set it and forget it' play such an enticing approach on Wealthsimple. Click one of the links above and you'll get $25 added to your account by Wealthsimple when you deposit and make your first trade.
Do you practice what you preach? Do you own XEQT?
Yes! The owners of this site own thousands of shares of XEQT between the two of them. They both fully subscribe to the buy XEQT for the long run approach. One of them has Bi-weekly recurring XEQT buys configured through Wealthsimple while the other opts for a monthly recurring buy.
For educational use only. Not investment advice. XEQT returns are not guaranteed.
