Mutual Funds & ETFs

10 Best Stock Funds for 2020
Mutual Funds & ETFs

10 Best Stock Funds for 2020

As the bull market tries to extend its record-long run, here are 10 stock mutual funds and ETFs that can meet the challenges.

These Balanced Funds Offer A Safer Bet
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These Balanced Funds Offer A Safer Bet

These three mutual funds offer a balance of stocks and bonds that provide strong returns with less volatility.

Beyond Stars: Morningstar Seeks Gold Medal For New Fund Ratings
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Beyond Stars: Morningstar Seeks Gold Medal For New Fund Ratings

Research firm Morningstar Inc. is adjusting its medals rating system to reflect the impact of fees.

Best Stock Funds You Never Heard Of
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Best Stock Funds You Never Heard Of

These funds that are small and less well known than other funds have been beating the crowd.

Artificial Intelligence Fuels These Two ETFs
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Artificial Intelligence Fuels These Two ETFs

Spending on Artificial Intelligence is expected to soar, creating opportunities for investors in these two ETFs.

New ETFs Limit Losses
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New ETFs Limit Losses

A new type of ETF limits your possible losses. One version won’t let you lose more than 10%.

Beware Mutual Fund Fees That May Bias Your Adviser
Mutual Funds & ETFs

Beware Mutual Fund Fees That May Bias Your Adviser

Before investing in a fund, make sure your adviser doesn’t have a conflict of interest in recommending it and that it doesn’t have unnecessary fees.

More Money for Mutual Fund and ETF Investors
Mutual Funds & ETFs

More Money for Mutual Fund and ETF Investors

A new report shows that it is less expensive than ever to invest in mutual funds and ETFs.

Great Alternatives to Closed Funds
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Great Alternatives to Closed Funds

When great funds are closed, look for funds with similar investment styles and portfolios. Plus: Three copycat funds to consider.

These Attractive Funds Focus on Overlooked Midcap Stocks
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These Attractive Funds Focus on Overlooked Midcap Stocks

Medium-sized companies get ignored by investors, but they often combine the best attributes of large and small companies.

What to Do When Your Fund Manager Leaves
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What to Do When Your Fund Manager Leaves

Ask these five questions before deciding whether to abandon the fund

Low-Volatility ETFs Prove They Work in Down Markets
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Low-Volatility ETFs Prove They Work in Down Markets

Low-volatility stock ETFs lag in times of rising markets but make up for that when the market sinks.

Are the Cheapest Index Funds the Best?
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Are the Cheapest Index Funds the Best?

When choosing an index fund, there are other factors to consider besides the lowest fee.

These Stock Funds Avoid Big Market Dips
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These Stock Funds Avoid Big Market Dips

Worried about stock market volatility? Invest in funds that are resistant to corrections and are strong performers overall. We found the best ones.

Avoid This Extra Fee on Funds
Mutual Funds & ETFs

Avoid This Extra Fee on Funds

This sneaky fee is still around even though many other investing costs have dropped. Don’t pay it.