Mutual Funds

Mutual funds are necessary investments for investors both young and old. They provide essential diversification and can strengthen your returns over the long-term. But there are too many funds for any single investor to sift through. Luckily, our analysts give you the inside track on funds with the smallest minimal investments and funds that charge low fees, so you can maximize your performance.

5 Best Actively Managed Mutual Funds to Buy

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite the rise of ETFs and index funds, there are still plenty of actively managed funds worthy of investor attention.

5 Active Vanguard Funds That You Have to Own

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
When it comes to Vanguard funds, most people focus strictly on its passive offerings. But these five active funds deserve some investor attention as well.

7 No-Load Mutual Funds to Buy

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
A mutual fund load is real nuisance because it goes to compensate a middleman These no-load mutual funds let you keep more of your money.

5 Active Mutual Funds Worth Their Expenses

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Not all active mutual funds are poor performers. These five have consistently beaten their benchmarks by a mile.

6 Vanguard Index Funds for a Complete Portfolio

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Vanguard index funds are arguably the best mutual funds to build a long-term portfolio. We highlight six funds in diverse categories.

5 Vanguard Mutual Funds to Depend On

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Vanguard funds offer something for everyone, including conservative, income-seeking investors or risk-tolerant tactical investors.

5 High-Yield Vanguard Mutual Funds

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Given its expansive lineup of funds, Vanguard has something for every investor -- including these Vanguard mutual funds with high-yields.

The Bogle Way: 7 Index Funds for Passive Investors

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
John Bogle, who kick-started the index fund revolution, also founded Vanguard. Honor his memory by learning more about these 7 funds.

The 5 Best Mutual Funds to Invest In the Semiconductor Space

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Semiconductor funds could be all-star rebound plays this year. With that in mind, here are some of the best mutual funds to invest in that theme.

7 Index Funds to Buy Now

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Warren Buffett recommends a low-cost S&P 500 index fund. However, index funds to buy come in all shapes and sizes. Here are seven that are low cost and globally diversified.

5 Low-Cost Mutual Funds for Retirement Investors

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fortunately, fund fees are declining, adding to the universe of low-cost mutual funds applicable for retirement portfolios. Low-cost mutual funds offer retirees diversity, exposure to multiple asset classes and the potential to generate much-needed income.

3 Best Mutual Funds to Buy as Industrial Production Picks Up Again

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Finding the best mutual funds to buy can be difficult, but these are bound to rise soon with the recent surge in industrial production.

7 Closed-End Funds to Consider Buying Today

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Closed-end funds trade like stocks and provide intraday liquidity, a feature not found on mutual funds. Here are five CEFs to buy.

3 Fidelity Funds to Ride Best Manufacturing Boom Since 2004

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With manufacturing activity witnessing best performance in August in 14 years, we have selected three Fidelity mutual funds Compare Brokers....

3 Top Dimensional Mutual Funds to Add to Your Portfolio

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Below we share with you four top-ranked Dimensional mutual funds. Each has earned a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank #1 (Strong Buy) Compare Brokers....

Consumer Confidence Hits 18-Year High: 3 Fidelity Fund Picks

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High consumer confidence encourages spending in luxury as well as leisure goods, including swank apartments, new appliances and cars. Compare Brokers....

3 Best PIMCO Mutual Funds Worth Betting On

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Below we share with you three top-ranked PIMCO mutual funds. Each has earned a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank #1 (Strong Buy) Compare Brokers....

3 Best Mutual Funds From Fidelity That Are Actively Managed

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fidelity made waves with zero-fee index mutual funds. But it has some pretty great active offerings as well. Here are three of the best mutual funds from Fidelity that are actively managed.

7 Best Mutual Funds That Justify Their Higher Prices

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Although these funds have higher fees than others, some of the best mutual funds justify the higher price tag. These mutual funds aim to dispel the stigma surrounding expensive funds.
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