The S&P 500 will likely continue its growth in 2026. But after three years of robust gains, diversification will be crucial.

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Index-tracking mutual funds and exchange-traded funds have a lot of endearing qualities. Many of them pair low fees with a clear set of rules, which has been a big win for investors. But those ...

Competition in the passive index fund space is intense. While active managers try to stand out with performance, strategy or brand reputation, index fund providers compete primarily on scale and fees.

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Even folks new to investing have probably heard someone mention index funds. But what are they and how do they work? This article explores index funds in detail to help you understand how they work, ...