Mutual Funds

5 Mutual Fund Safe Havens for Summer

Don't sell in May and walk away completely -- instead, pile some of your newfound cash into these five funds that should perform even during the summer's lull. More

Vanguard’s Capital Opportunity Just Isn’t What it Used to Be

Vanguard recently reopened its Capital Opportunity Fund (VHCOX) to new investors, but since it has shifted more toward large-caps, it’s no longer the best choice for aggressive capital growth. More

How NOT to Bring a Vanguard Fund Back from the Dead

The numbers don’t check out on Fran Kinniry’s alternative to Vanguard Intermediate-Term Tax-Exempt Fund. More

5 Active Fund Managers Making a Difference

A recent study finds that active mutual fund managers don't do such a bad job, especially when you consider risk-adjusted returns. Here are five examples that stick out. More

The Best and Worst Mutual Funds of Q1 2013

Healthcare and Japanese stocks were among some of the hottest mutual fund flavors of the year's first quarter, while India and gold lagged behind. More

Should I Buy the PIMCO Total Return Fund? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Bonds are a staple of most long-term portfolios, and Bill Gross is the biggest names in bonds. So does that make an investment in PIMCO Total Return a no-brainer? More