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Index mutual funds tracking the same market benchmark may look alike — until you peek under the hood. Fees and expenses, structure, and average market-capitalization are just some of the potential differences between fund offerings that can impact performance.
Read about why index funds have an edge over active management, and find out what to look for when choosing an index fund. Then read why retiring bond-fund manager Bill Gross is the industry’s ‘bond king.” Also, check out stories on the FIRE movement (financial independence; retire early) and why the market’s ugly ducklings often transform into beautiful — and profitable — swans.
— Jonathan Burton
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6 things you probably didn’t know about index funds
‘Bond king’ Bill Gross never lost his investing crown
Criticism of storied mutual-fund manager is unfounded, writes Mark Hulbert.
‘Bond king’ Bill Gross never lost his investing crown
Bill Gross praised as bond-investing pioneer as he bows out after four-decade career
Bill Gross wins praise as pioneer who transformed bond investing as he announces his retirement from Janus Henderson, ending a more-than-four-decade career.
Bill Gross praised as bond-investing pioneer as he bows out after four-decade career
The problem with the FIRE movement
A reality check for people aspiring to retire early.
The problem with the FIRE movement
Bullish gold investors now have reason to worry
Market sentiment about gold has become irrationally exuberant, writes Mark Hulbert.
Bullish gold investors now have reason to worry
You’ll love having these hated stocks in your portfolio
Despised stocks frequently outperform the most admired companies’ stocks, writes Mark Hulbert.
You’ll love having these hated stocks in your portfolio
What does the stock market’s Super Bowl Predictor say about 2019?
Mark Hulbert looks at the accuracy of the Super Bowl Predictor in forecasting the stock market’s performance over the next 12 months.
What does the stock market’s Super Bowl Predictor say about 2019?
Investing in a cannabis company? 4 questions to ask
The opening of the recreational weed market has spurred an arms race among marijuana companies. Here’s what you need to know.
Investing in a cannabis company? 4 questions to ask
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