{
  "id": 13897471,
  "title": "Here's What $500 a Month in These 6 ETFs Could Be Worth in 20 Years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/heres-what-500-a-month-in-these-6-etfs-could-be-worth-in-20-years-13897471",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-12T05:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/10/12/heres-what-500-a-month-in-these-6-etfs-could-be-wo/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "While the daily grind of reading stock market news can be overwhelming, it is essential to remember that investing in stocks is a long-term endeavor. It is wise not to rely on the money for immediate needs, such as covering emergencies or planning short-term vacations. Nevertheless, the stock market offers more than just risks; it can yield significant rewards. Investments in the stock market have the potential to generate growth far beyond what one might anticipate. Stocks can accumulate substantial wealth, but this is most effective when investors can leave their holdings untouched for extended periods, such as five, 10, or even 20 years. To illustrate the power of long-term investing, let us examine six exchange-traded funds (ETFs) known for their consistent performance. Additionally, let us consider what $500 invested monthly in each of these ETFs could be worth after 20 years.",
  "summary": "Investing $500 a month in these six ETFs could put you on track for millionaire status.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Nasdaq Markets",
        "title": "Here's What $500 a Month in These 6 ETFs Could Be Worth in 20 Years",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/heres-what-500-a-month-in-these-6-etfs-could-be-worth-in-20-years",
        "published": "2026-10-12T05:35:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}