Mutual Funds
News, insights and expert analysis on mutual funds from the team at Kiplinger.
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Retirement Income Funds to Keep Cash Flowing In Your Golden Years
Retirement income funds are designed to generate a reliable cash payout for retirees. Here are a few we like.
By Nellie S. Huang
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The Best Vanguard Bond Funds to Buy
Investors seeking the best Vanguard bond funds can pick between mutual funds and ETFs spanning maturities, credit qualities, tax treatment and geographies.
By Tony Dong, MSc
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Best Bond Funds to Buy
Investing for Income The best bond funds provide income and stability for investors and are worthy additions to any well-balanced portfolio.
By Jeff Reeves
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The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual Funds
The Kiplinger 25 The Kiplinger 25 is a list of our top no-load mutual funds that have proven capable of weathering any storm.
By Nellie S. Huang
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A Contrarian Approach Pays Off for This Bond Fund
The Dodge & Cox Income Fund has outperformed in 2025 thanks to its managers' fearless approach.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Best Mutual Funds to Invest In for 2026
The best mutual funds will capitalize on new trends expected to emerge in the new year, all while offering low costs and solid management.
By Kyle Woodley
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Best 401(k) Investments: Where to Invest
Knowing where to find the best 401(k) investments to put your money can be difficult. Here, we rank 10 of the largest retirement funds.
By Nellie S. Huang
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What Is a Mutual Fund and Why Should I Invest in One?
Beginner investors might wonder "what is a mutual fund?" Here, we answer that question and look at the pros and cons of investing in one.
By Kyle Woodley
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Hang in There With This Value Fund
Patience is required for investors in the Dodge & Cox Stock Fund, but its long-term outperformance proves it's worth the wait.
By Nellie S. Huang
