Morningstar Funds 500

In this completely new reference guide, you’ll find the best information and independent opinion available on 500 of the largest and most popular mutual funds—the very funds you likely own. Morningstar’s Fund Reports are the industry standard and are trusted by financial professionals nationwide. And now, you get this exclusive and valuable guidance all year long, with access to fifty free fund reports during any time in 2008. Choose from 2,000 funds.

This comprehensive reference contains detailed information on 500 of today's most prominent funds--covering 14 points from fund history and fees to 25 top portfolio holdings--to help investors choose the funds that best suit their objectives and meet their requirements.

Fast becoming the standard reference for reliable mutual fund data, the Morningstar Fund 500, 1996 Ed. provides an unbiased look at 500 of the most promising mutual funds for 1996--based on performance, management record, and investment strategy. Each fund is covered in a thorough, full-page report.

Stewardship Grade Easily find funds that put you first Star Rating Quickly see how well a fund has balanced risk and return Historical Style Boxes See if a fund has invested consistently from year to year Over 50 Investment Categories Put together diversified portfolios, assess potential risk, and spot top funds within peer groups Manager Profile Know the qualifications of the people who are running each fund Results for up to 12 Years Easily evaluate a fund's performance Portfolio Holdings Review the top 20 holdings for each fund to see the securities that drive the performance Investment Style Boxes Quickly determine if a fund's true investment strategy matches your goal Tax Analysis Tax-adjusted returns and potential capital-gains exposure help you decide whether a fund is best suited as a tax-deferred or taxable investment Analysis Get independent insight into how and why a fund is a good choice—or a poor one Sector Weightings Avoid overconcentration in certain areas of the economy Expenses, Fees, Addresses, Phone Numbers Find everything you need to obtain more information before you invest in a fund Year-end fund reports from the world's foremost mutual fund expert In this completely new reference guide, you'll find the best information and independent opinion available on 500 of the largest and most popular mutual funds—the very funds you likely own or follow. Morningstar's Fund Reports are the industry standard and are trusted by financial professionals nationwide. Have a look inside to see how Morningstar's independent analysis, ratings, and detailed data can help you make better fund-investing decisions. This book can help you: Position your portfolio for a big 2006 Steer clear of "me-first" management Start a new portfolio You'll also benefit from: Morningstar's exclusive Analyst Picks An expanded management section Incisive, independent analysis For nearly 20 years, Morningstar has helped individuals and financial advisors make better investment decisions. Our information and analysis is trusted and independent, and provide a level of insight unavailable from other sources. For more information about other Morningstar products and services visit us online at www.morningstar.com.

A world leader in objective, performance analysis of the mutual fund marketplace offers detailed information on 500 of today's most prominent funds, covering 14 points from fund history and fees to 25 top portfolio holdings, to help investors choose the funds that best suit their objectives and meet their requirements.

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Who will you trust your mutual fund portfolio to this year? It’s a basic and important question, especially in the wake of recent fund company misdeeds. The place to go is Morningstar. Professional, sophisticated, and concerned investors like to have relied on Morningstar’s expertise for 20 years. In this completely new 2004 reference, you’ll find extensive coverage of the fund scandal. You’ll also have the best information available and independent opinion on 500 funds to help you build a diversified portfolio. It’s never been more important to go with the fund information leader. After all, your financial future is in the balance. You’ll benefit from this book if you’re: Starting a new fund portfolio Shaping up your portfolio in the wake of the bear market You’ll also benefit from: 140 extensive Morningstar Analyst Picks Tips for picking great funds A new expanded management section For nearly 20 years, Morningstar has helped individuals and financial advisors make better investment decisions. Our information and analysis is trusted and independent, and provides a level of insight unavailable form other sources. For more information about other Morningstar products and services visit us online at www.morningstar.com

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