Business, Management and Accounting
4 years ago

Retail S&P 500 Index Funds: A Game-Changer for Investors

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Financial Services Review
Are Retail S&P 500 Index Funds a Financial Commodity? Insights for Investors
John A. Haslem, H. Kent Baker, David M. Smith

Paper Summary

Retail S&P 500 index funds are a popular choice for investors. Research shows that actively managed funds often underperform index funds due to high expenses and transaction costs. This suggests that investing in low-cost index funds may be a better option for most investors.

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