Yes, eToro allows you to hold index-tracking positions for the long haul, whether you’re investing through ETFs or trading index-based CFDs.
If you're thinking long-term, go with ETFs that don’t use leverage. Why? Because leveraged trades rack up daily financing fees. That’s money out of your pocket for every extra day you’re holding.
Unleveraged index ETFs (like those tracking the S&P 500) have a track record for growth and are far more cost-efficient over time.
You’ll find plenty of these options on eToro’s platform. And yes, they’re designed for investors who want to set their positions, monitor performance, and grow capital without micromanaging every trade.
There’s one catch: you can’t transfer positions out of eToro. If you ever decide to move to another platform, you’ll need to close everything first. No cross-platform transfers here. That doesn’t affect your returns, but it does matter for future planning.
So, should you use eToro for long-term index investing?
Definitely. Just make sure you’re using unleveraged ETFs to keep costs low. And don’t forget the fine print on transfers. If flexibility between brokers is part of your plan, I strongly recommend that you factor that into your strategy.
eToro is a multi-asset platform which offers both investing in stocks and cryptoassets, as well as trading CFDs.
Please note that CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 51% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
This communication is intended for information and educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice or investment recommendation. Past performance is not an indication of future results.
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