The American way

Article Abstract:

Investors in US unit trusts have benefited from good returns in the five years to 1995. Average performance has been better than unit trusts in most other sectors, and trusts specialising in smaller firms have performed especially well. Small firms may continue to perform well, but there are also risks involved in this market. US interest rate rises could affect US stock prices, and UK investors may be better off moving away from US unit trusts into cash.

Economic aspects, Small business

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Fast track to success

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UK tracker funds often do not track accurately and can include expensive charges, according to a survey by investment adviser Chartwell. Index trackers investing in the All-Share index diverged from the index performance by up to 20% over a five-year period.

Surveys, Index funds, Mutual fund industry, Chartwell Investment Management Ltd.

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The secret of their success

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US funds have performed well, but there is no certainty that this performance will continue, and significant returns are not likely to be offered by trackers over the short term. US interest rate trends will affect the performance of the US market.

United States economic conditions

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Subjects list: United States, Investment companies, Mutual funds
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