Despite claims that Managed Mutual Funds will outperform Index Funds in a down market (TSX -8.8% in 2018), the vast majority still managed to underperform the market in 2018.
Managed Mutual Fund Performance Declines Yet Again
Which Vanguard All-In-One, One Ticket Portfolio Should You Invest In?
In February 2018 Vanguard Canada launched all-in-one complete Balanced Portfolios that you can purchase by entering one ticker symbol.
I Shares launches All-in-one ETF Portfolios
Blackrock's I Shares have just launched the second group of All-In-One Balanced ETFs in Canada. Vanguard was first with its Asset Allocation ETFs launched last February.
Vanguard’s Asset Allocation ETFs offer One Stop Shopping for broad diversification and low fees
Vanguard Asset Allocation ETFs are so good that they deserve special mention. As of now, they have attracted over $800 million in investments. Not bad for a product that has been available for 9 months.
89% of Managed Mutual Funds are ripping off investors
Over a ten year period, 89% underperformed their comparative index.
When the fit hits the shan
Someday in the foreseeable future, the “fit will hit the shan” and these valuations will come back down to earth. With Trumpski as President, who knows what might trigger a major correction or worse? Iran, China, outrageous deficits, higher interest rates ?
Active vs. Passive Investing: What Might Be Right For You? —
There are two broad approaches to investing: active and passive. Both aim to make money but how do they differ?
Three Strategies to improve after tax investment returns
Three simple strategies can have an enormous impact on your investment returns. I call them FTD - Fees, Taxes and Diversification.
