Reviewed by Gordon Scott Fact checked by Betsy Petrick Key Takeaways Mutual funds are pooled investments managed by a fund management professional.Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) represent baskets of ...

Bonuses and contributions are coming thick and fast, Percy MacDonald explains how a blend of indexing and purchased alpha can ...

Learn how blend funds differ from balanced funds regarding asset mix and investment strategy. Gain insights into choosing the ...

Based on the conventional wisdom in the financial-planning industry and in financial media, you'd think the new world of low-cost exchange-traded funds and index funds is a straightforward win-win for ...

The Vanguard Utilities Index Fund ETF offers low-cost, diversified exposure to the entire U.S. utility sector, including small- and mid-caps, with a 0.09% expense ratio. The fund provides stability, ...

A Morningstar study reveals that passively managed index funds generally outperform actively managed funds. Lower operating costs are a key factor in the superior performance of index funds. This ...

Index Funds are solid investment vehicles that track major indices, offering broad exposure to the stock market. They are considered low-risk investment tools as they track broadly diversified indices ...

Experts predict the S&P 500 will continue to grow in 2026. But after three years of robust gains, diversification is crucial. Investors should balance core U.S. holdings with international equities, ...