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.

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Fund of the week: Stick with it

(20 November 09)

It's been a pretty dire year for one of Britain's most respected fund managers. But investors should stick with him.

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Don't jump aboard new property funds

(20 November 09)– Subscriber only Secure padlock

Residential property funds are back. On the strength of a modest rebound in house prices since April, a host of new funds will be launched in the coming months. But don't be tempted, says Jody Clarke.

Fund of the week: Export is a stable base for stocks

(13 November 09)

The world is facing a "two stage" recovery - emerging markets offer some good, while Britain and America are stuck in boggy ground.

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