Q: I’m reading that a smart investor only uses “passive” funds — what does that mean? A: A short answer is that “passive” investment funds use computers and algorithms to pick their contents. They ...

With active ETFs exploding in complexity and capturing almost half of all ETF inflows in recent years, the traditional "passive vs. active" debate has evolved into a more nuanced discussion about when ...

A strong year for stocks left little room for active managers to carve out an edge in 2024, while active bond managers benefited from taking on credit risk. Of the 3,200 active funds included in our ...

When looking at diversified investing through mutual funds or ETFs, investors can assess active management or passive strategies, and compare them to determine which is right for them.

Whether you’re an active or passive investor, you can take advantage of a “dollar-cost” averaging technique. While it might not seem obvious, financial investing is mainly driven by the individual ...

Both active and passive income offer revenue streams to build long-term wealth. One is not inherently more profitable than the other, as you could have a passive income of $100 and an active income of ...

Closed-end funds (CEFs) are relatively under the radar compared to peers like exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds. Closed-end funds are generally desirable for two reasons: 1) high income; ...