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What funds win when the market is losing?
They’re called bear market funds, and as the name suggests, they go up when the market is goes down.
So it’s no wonder that they’re topping the mutual fund hit parade of late.
But beware. When the market recovers, these belles of the bear ball will turn ugly fast. Typically, bear funds post significant losses when stocks gain ground.
So while you might consider investing a small portion of your savings in a bear fund to hedge against market downturns, don’t use them to try to time the market.
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Bear Funds Offer Short-Term Gains, Long-Term Pain
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Financial Advisors Split on Bear Funds
Timing when to invest in or sell a bear fund can be tricky. Some financial advisors say the risk is worth it in a down market. Others dissuade their clients from investing in the vehicles.
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The Hidden Tax Implications of Bear Market Funds
Bear funds may have posted record gains in 2008. But some of the funds racked up huge tax liabilities for shareholders.
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Active Managers and Bear Markets: Don't Believe the Hype
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The End of This Bear Market Rally Is Near
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How to Spot a Bottom
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