Mutual Funds

Mutual Fund Managers Are Channeling Peter Lynch; You Should, Too

Mutual fund managers don't just buy companies based on earnings or valuations. Many other factors come into play -- including one that carries a lesson for individual investors. More 

5 Funds to Play a Bear Market Move

Is the pessimist inside you starting to worry about the market extending its rip-roaring run? Get defensive via these 5 mutual funds and ETFs. More 

A Different Way to Diversify

'Differsification' is a novel and useful way to spread your bets. It's a way to construct a portfolio based on your view of coming economic conditions. More 

Vanguard Finally Charts Course for International Bonds

Vanguard has announced a new international bond fund that will be included in several popular funds-of-funds by 2014. But it might not affect your Vanguard investments all that much. More 

Funds Bitten by Apple Will Be Twice Shy

With its mighty tumble -- especially below the key $500 mark -- big fund and institutional holders won't be quick to buy again. More 

3 Tips for Digging Up Safe Junk Bonds

Even at historic low yields, these bonds belong in your portfolio because all are not garbage. Here are some guidelines for income investors. More 

Make Dividend Achievers a Core Holding in 2013

Dividend stocks, mutual funds and ETF's are a very good place to start looking for yield and appreciation into 2013. Here's a head start for investors. More