Funds Investing

Understanding how mutual funds work helps investors (particularly newer ones) to diversify their portfolio without risking large sums of money.

Dec 8, 2009 - William Pirraglia

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) protects bank accounts such as checking and money market accounts. Money market funds are not covered by the FDIC.

Nov 13, 2009 - John Wu

In 2009, the shaping dynamic between supply and demand for raw materials in emerging markets means good news for miners in the medium to long-term.

Nov 12, 2009 - Anna Reitman

If mutual fund brokers offered this one piece of advice, investors would likely increase their portfolio profits by 100 percent. What is the secret tip?

Oct 31, 2009 - Kurtis Hemmerling

Investors looking for the diversity of mutual funds and the ease of trading found in stocks should consider investing in exchange traded funds.

Oct 27, 2009 - Michael Cianciolo

Carefully rating a mutual fund for performance is like installing seat belts in a car. But with over 15,000 funds in the USA alone, how does one pick? With this screener.

Oct 26, 2009 - Kurtis Hemmerling

For investors looking for a relatively low risk investment option that will provide all the gains of the overall stock market, index funds are probably the best answer.

Oct 22, 2009 - Stephen Simurda

Though mutual funds have failed to lure investors now that so many exchange-traded funds (or ETFs) are available, mutual funds are still the smarter choice in many cases.

Oct 15, 2009 - James Brumley

By avoiding the typically higher costs of actively managed funds, index fund investors benefit from higher returns.

Oct 8, 2009 - Michael Cianciolo

As investors become more aware of the world around them, they search for avenues of ethical investing, one of which is responsible mutual funds.

Sep 30, 2009 - Brenna Coleman

Mutual funds allow shareholders to invest in a diverse group of bonds, stocks and money market instruments, with the benefits of professional money management.

Aug 19, 2009 - Miranda Miller

At the same time as the economy continues its economic downturn, A Silicon Valley duo have formed a new venture capital firm.

Aug 9, 2009 - Barbara Gengler

What are mutual fund fees and expenses? Where are those fees paid paying going? Can investors find funds with low expenses? An overview of fund fees and expenses.

Aug 7, 2009 - Aaron Smith

Front load, back end, level load, no load... before buying mutual funds, learn these terms and how to get the best value for every investment dollar.

Jul 17, 2009 - Miranda Miller

The cost of buying mutual funds and maintaining ownership is an important factor when choosing an investment. Learn about MER, back end and front load mutual funds.

Jul 17, 2009 - Miranda Miller

Closed-end funds have many of the same advantages as open-end mutual funds, but they typically sell for less than their net asset value. That discount can magnify results

May 20, 2009 - Kathleen Winkler

Closed-end funds are not open-end funds that closed. They start off life as closed-end funds with a fixed number of shares and do not buy back or issue new ones.

May 20, 2009 - Kathleen Winkler

Hedge fund king Ezra Merkin is unlikely to be the last of the 'insiders' or beneficiaries from Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme to face court.

May 12, 2009 - Eva Wiland

One of the main reasons people invest in gold is to hedge against stock market declines. Historically, the price of gold has risen as stock prices fell, and vice versa.

Apr 2, 2009 - Kathleen Winkler

Private cash flow notes are a non-traditional investment which can turn a huge profit. If proper due diligence is performed prior to purchase, risk can be minimized.

Mar 13, 2009 - Lorie Huston

If time is of the essence and you cannot spare any in managing an investment portfolio, but want higher returns for your money, then mutual funds might be the answer.

Mar 12, 2009 - Anna Liza Gaspar

Both mutual funds and Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) can help you broaden your investment diversification, but ETFs may be a cheaper means to achieve strong returns.

Mar 12, 2009 - Kathleen Winkler

Hedge fund returns for 2008 were the most abysmal on record with double-digit losses and huge redemptions. Institutions are focusing on the basic reasons to own them.

Mar 8, 2009 - Dean Lundell

Though fundamental analysis is typically reserved for individual stocks, the strategy is still helpful when evaluating exchange-traded funds.

Feb 6, 2009 - James Brumley

Too often, investors own stocks moving against the grain. A portfolio is easier to manage, and considerably more profitable, when the wind is at an investor's back.

Dec 23, 2008 - James Brumley