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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
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FUND INVESTOR : FUND INSIGHT
• From S&P
Mortgage Funds Dodging Subprime Bullet
Defaults in the subprime mortgage arena raise fears that the malaise might spread. But diversification reins in the risk for bondholders
PERSONAL FINANCE
What's Wrong With ETFs?
They encourage frequent trading, which helps Wall Street more than investors, says the father of the index fund
TOP NEWS
Second Curve: Hedge Fund on the Edge
Thomas Brown's fund had stellar performance last year. But this year is a different story, thanks to a few big bets on subprime lenders
PERSONAL FINANCE
Funds For The Dividend Junkie
Nimble new offerings grab the equivalent of six payouts a year
INVESTING Q&A
Coaching a High-Performing Fund
The head of Henderson Global Investors International Opportunities, Iain Clark, talks about Japan, global tech, and favorite stocks
BEST FUND MANAGERS 2007
The Best-Managed Mutual Funds
Meet the champs of the 2007 Standard & Poor's/BusinessWeek Excellence in Fund Management Awards
BEST FUND MANAGERS 2007
Marquee Funds
In our fifth annual Excellence in Fund Management Awards, we throw the spotlight on 24 best bets in the mutual fund universe
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
A Bevy of Tax-Savvy ETFs
It may be too late for this year, but these five exchange-traded funds earn top marks from analysts and may help soften the tax bite for 2007
INVESTING
Who's Profiting from the Subprime Bust
As the market in shaky mortgages collapsed, some hedge funds raked in profits by betting on a decline in the ABX subprime index
INVESTING Q&A
Smart Dividend Plays in Tricky Times
Dick Dahlberg and Scott Davis of Columbia Dividend Income Fund have scored by focusing on companies with healthy cash flow. A current favorite: AT&T
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
Green Funds: Less Than Meets the Eye
Ways to invest in environmentally focused vehicles are still limited, and portfolios may harbor a few surprises—like oil and casino stocks
INVESTING
The Weird World of ETFs
The proliferation of exchange-traded funds has led to the creation of increasingly specialized products. Here are some of the most exotic
FUND INVESTOR : FUND INSIGHT
• From S&P
Funds with Legs for the Long Run
A Standard & Poor's Persistence Scorecard highlights mutual funds that steadily beat their peers over the past five years
RETIREMENT
Running Your Retirement Numbers
New services take a detailed look at what you've socked away
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
Going Global with ETFs
Here are some choice exchange-traded funds that can boost your international exposure—without hefty costs
PERSONAL FINANCE
Meet The Funds That Perform
BusinessWeek's Scoreboard takes the guesswork out of picking mutual funds
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
Retirement Savings: Five Tips to Catch Up
Worried that your nest egg is undernourished? Here are some smart and sensible ways to get that golden-years savings plan back on track
INVESTING
Four Steps to Smart Giving
By applying principles used in investing strategies, donors can make better, more effective, philanthropic choices
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
Bond Investing for Newbies
It's not for everyone, but the bond market is becoming more accessible to small investors and can provide ways to diversify your portfolio
FIVE FOR THE MONEY
Hedging Without a Hedge Fund
Can't muster the megabucks needed to gain entry? These mutual funds use hedge-like strategies, and they could help lower overall portfolio risk
INVESTING SURVIVAL GUIDE
Preparing for Aging Parents
Dealing with the vicissitudes of old age can be challenging. But there's lots you can do, including Rule No. 1: Be prepared
INVESTING SURVIVAL GUIDE
Winning Your Independence
Building a life with sound financial footing can be a challenge in a confusing world
INVESTING SURVIVAL GUIDE
Best Blogs for the Young and Broke
Should you be clipping coupons or should you just stop buying "crap?" Here are some blogs to help you get real about money
S&P PROMISING GROWTH PORTFOLIO
• From S&P
Picking Winners Warren's Way
This S&P stock screen picks stocks using criteria similar to the legendary investor's growth-oriented style
2006 RETIREMENT GUIDE
Retirement Guide
Retirement means making careful plans--about what to do, where to live, and how to pay for it all
MUTUAL FUND SCOREBOARD
How's Your Fund Doing?
Find out on our new and improved scoreboard -- which features more S&P data and better search capabilities along with BW's exclusive risk-adjusted ratings
THE PAYOUT
One-Stop Dividend Shopping
A portfolio of dividend-paying stocks in a single security can simplify your life. But mind those ETF differences
SMART STEPS FOR YOUNG INVESTORS
Jump-Start a Lifetime of Saving
For those just launching their working lives, target-date lifecycle funds are as easy as they sensible
SPECIAL REPORT
Saving for College
How to evaluate the costs and the return on your investment; Finding free money; Easing the payback pain; And lots more
INVESTING SPECIAL REPORT
Finding the Right Money Coach
Follow our five steps to finding, vetting, and choosing the right candidate to be your financial adviser. The effort will pay off
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