Choosing between individual stocks and equity mutual funds depends on your preferences, financial goals and risk appetite. Including common stocks in retirement portfolios can mitigate the adverse effects of inflation. On the other hand, a mutual fund enables many investors to combine their money with a professional investment manager, buying and owning shares in the
Foreign buyers in the ASX has dwindled over time, as valuations have made the Australian equities market the second-most expensive in the world, after the US. But there’s one ASX stock that’s still held by more than 10% of global funds and it’s probably not a name you’re likely to guess. It’s not ASX heavyweights
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Some Portland residents are not happy with Wednesday night’s City Council decision to reduce funding for parks. Although city councilors worked to pass an amendment to soften the blow by adding money to the fund by virtue of reducing some of the increased money earmarked for police, and the creation of
MICHIGAN (WLUC) – The Copper Shores Community Health Foundation is the recipient of more than $20 million in charitable funds, the Department of Attorney General Dana Nessel (D-Michigan) said Thursday. It comes after a 2013 joint venture between Portage Health, a nonprofit, and Lifepoint Holdings 2, a for-profit. “The joint venture was required to expend
By Tyler Arnold Washington, D.C. Newsroom, May 22, 2025 / 18:13 pm As part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to reshape American foreign aid, his administration is ending federal funds for nearly a dozen projects operated by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) to provide free school meals to children internationally. The United States Department of Agriculture
Whether you’re seeking a one-and-done total bond fund, tax-exempt fund, or exposure to emerging … More market bonds, Vanguard has a fixed income fund for you. getty As investors navigate persistent market instability driven by global trade tensions, tariff negotiations, and the rise of AI disrupting industries, many have looked to bonds to provide predictable
When it comes to equity investing, the choice between flexi-cap funds and investing separately in large-, mid-, and small-cap funds depends on your investment style, risk tolerance, and market outlook. Large-cap funds primarily invest in the top 100 companies in India by market capitalization. These are industry leaders known for stable revenues, strong corporate governance,
Chris Kelly Digital Editor, BBC West BBC The Cheltenham Playhouse might have to close its doors, the board of trustees has warned Bosses of a Grade-II listed theatre have warned there is a “high risk” it will close because its finances are in a “critical” state. The Cheltenham Playhouse trustees say they do not currently
Imagine an investment that blends the growth potential of stocks with the safety net of bonds, offering a balanced path to your financial dreams. Hybrid Mutual Funds do exactly that, combining equities and debt to create a diversified portfolio in a single fund. For investors seeking growth without excessive risk or stability with a touch
European pension funds and other long-term asset owners say they are doubling down on sustainable investing, even as the latest data shows some asset managers are still retreating from so-called environmental, social and governance investing after a political backlash in the US. Large pension funds, including the £33bn UK People’s Pension, the €60bn Dutch industrial