: This is the most popular "pure play" fund that tracks the 30-stock index directly. Other Options :
NerdWallet highlights the for those seeking higher dividend yields.
The weights all 30 companies equally to avoid over-concentration in high-priced stocks. 2. Purchase Individual Dow Stocks
You can buy shares of the 30 specific companies that make up the index, such as Apple, Microsoft, or Coca-Cola.
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) "bundle" all 30 companies in the Dow into a single share. This is generally the most cost-effective and easiest way for beginners.