Mutual funds

Data reported by the Investment Company Institute.

Compensation levels rose approximately 7% last year despite mounting industry challenges.

The new data will allow retail investors to better compare active and passive funds.

Are the recent declines in tech just some high-flying stocks coming back to earth, or a turning point for the sector?

Advisors who should self-report a violation — but don’t — could face enforcement actions.

Some investors are demanding action on gun manufacturer and retailer stocks. Can financial advisors deliver?

While outpacing the S&P 500, the price tag is higher — the average expense ratio is more than 1%.

The agency is using alternatives to enforcement actions such as targeted exams, deficiency letters and a self-reporting initiative.

The S&P 500 has been on a tear, but there are always outperformers — see who bested the competition.

Funds that experienced poor performance and registered investment companies with little management experience are among those that may be under scrutiny.

Rapidly shifting economic conditions, a new tax law and fee pressure are among the challenges in the year ahead.

Data reported by the Investment Company Institute.

Women still only account for one-in-nine positions — but clients may benefit from diversity, according to a Morningstar study.

Trump’s call for tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, and subsequent worries of a trade war, have recently taken a toll on emerging markets investments.

The second-largest independent broker-dealer overcharged nearly 1,800 retail retirement accounts, the regulator says.

Commission officials put the industry on notice about self-reporting: financial advisors must comply or face harsh punishments.

Commodities, which boomed before the crash, weighed heavily on returns the past 10 years.

The Silicon Valley robo advisor is offering a proprietary product using risk parity, but advisors debate if it is worth the fee.

Growth funds have performed best over the past decade, outpacing value funds.

The products seek risk and return objectives through factor exposures such as minimum volatility, value, momentum, liquidity and quality.