Author: Morningstar Inc.

Publisher: Wiley

Published: 2006-02-10

Total Pages: 612

ISBN-13: 9780471743361

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.