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The types of stocks of investment are depending on the objectives of the fund’s investment, strategies, and policies. For instance, some stock funds may only be interested in companies with more potential growth like new technology companies with no dividends. Other stock funds may only be interested in companies that pay regular dividends. Another type of stock fund, an index fund, will mainly invest in stock of companies which have market index. Although interest and dividends are sources of stock fund revenue, the main goal of stock fund is long-term growth through the capital appreciation.
Comparing to other types of mutual funds like money market funds or bond funds, stock funds can be much more rewarding. But like all kind of investments, stock funds are subject to different kind of investment risks. For instance, the price of the stocks may be fluctuated depending upon changes in the companies’ performance and other economic influences. Some stock fund may try to minimize investing risks by diversifying their investments to different industries, companies, and markets. The fund prospectus should be able to give you more information, if a fund is diversified.
| Investors interested in: |
Should invest in: |
| Income |
Bond Funds |
| Immediate Liquidity |
Money Market Funds |
| Safety of Principal |
Government Bond Funds |
| Growth |
Stock Funds |
| Maximizing Current Income |
Corporate Bond Funds |
| Tax Relief |
Municipal Funds |
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Before investing into a stock fund, you are recommended to read all the available information such as the funds’ recent shareholder report.
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