Funds

Investing in funds allows you to spread risk across a range of companies and markets. But paying for active management doesn’t guarantee good performance. A passive approach, such as an exchange-traded fund (ETF), is best for most investors.

Recent articles (3)

What is an exchange-traded fund?

(24 May 12)

Tim Bennett looks at one of our favourite investments - exchange traded funds - and explains what they are, why we like them, and what their drawbacks are.

Is it time to buy gold miners?

(23 May 12)

With gold miners held in such low esteem by investors, now could be your chance to buy into this unloved sector, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he tips one exchange-traded fund to buy now.

Fund of the Week: Contrarian punts in emerging markets

(18 May 12)

This fund seeks out value with its contrarian approach to emerging-market investing.

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