Target-date funds are the ultimate “set it and forget it” investment choice, but some are better than others.

Knowing what to look for in a mutual fund can help you boost your return and make it easier to achieve your long-term goals.

Thematic investing involves betting on big ideas that have the potential to shape the worldwide economy, but you need to be careful with your approach.

Understanding how fund classes differ can help you reduce investment fees and keep more of what you invest.