The International Encyclopaedia of Mutual Funds, Closed‐end Funds and Real Estate Investment Trusts

The fact that there are more mutual funds in existence than there are stocks listed on the New York Stock Exchange is testimony to the mutual fund’s success as a profitable investment opportunity. There are numerous investment products currently available. However, the mutual fund is considered to be one of the better investment media, especially because of its flexibility and versatility. This directory is designed with investors in mind, whether they be private or institutional.

It is split into three distinct sections considering respectively mutual funds, closed‐end funds and, finally, real estate investment trusts. Within each section the funds are...