Funds

A mutual fund is a company that invests in a diversified portfolio of securities. People who buy shares of a mutual fund are its owners or shareholders. Their investments provide the money for a mutual fund to buy securities such as stocks and bonds. A mutual fund can make money from its securities in two ways: a security can pay dividends or interest to the fund, or a security can rise in value. A fund can also lose money and drop in value.

Types of Funds

There are three basic types of funds- stock funds, bond funds and money market funds.

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Why Investors Use Funds

One major advantage is simplicity: funds make saving and investing accessible and affordable.

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Active vs Passive

Funds can either be managed actively- with a human element- or passively, letting the market dictate performance. 

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How to Invest In Funds

Investors have thousands of choices when it comes to selecting funds. Determine your investment strategy to make the most of your choice.

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Funds on NYSE Euronext

See all the funds available to investors on NYSE Euronext markets.

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Important Terms

Explore the terminology you need to know for funds.

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