From one of the most trusted and respected names in the financial industry comes the Morningstar Guide to Mutual Funds, Second Edition. This valuable resource has been completely revised and updated to meet the needs of today's demanding investor. Filled with introductory material as well as more advanced topics, it outlines the latest tools and techniques for analyzing and selecting mutual funds. It also allows readers to take an objective and informed look at their investments and learn what mutual funds are, when and how they should be used, and what the advantages and disadvantages are of investing in them. Written for both the seasoned investor and the beginner, Morningstar Guide to Mutual Funds, Second Edition presents clear, easy-to-understand guidance that readers can count on when looking to make wise investment choices regarding mutual funds. Christine Benz (Chicago, IL) is Director of Mutual Fund Analysis at Morningstar, where she manages a staff of 35 mutual-fund analysts. Previously, she was the editor of Morningstar(r) FundInvestor, a monthly newsletter, as well as Morningstar Funds 500, an annual publication.