This type of mutual fund invests in stocks, bonds, or cash equivalents that are traded in overseas markets, or in indexes that track international markets. Like other funds, international funds have investment objectives and strategies, and pose some level of risk, such as the risk that currency fluctuations may greatly affect the fund's va [..]

Definition A mutual fund which invests in stocks and bonds of companies outside of the U.S.

Also called a global fund. A mutual fund investing in securities worldwide. International funds, which may be invested in the emerging markets of developing countries, more established economies, or a [..]

Also called a global fund. A mutual fund investing in securities worldwide. International funds, which may be invested in the emerging markets of developing countries, more established economies, or a combination, must manage foreign currency trends, as well as trends in the securities markets. Mutual funds are sold by prospectus; a prospectus cont [..]

Also called a global fund. A mutual fund investing in securities worldwide. International funds, which may be invested in the emerging markets of developing countries, more established economies, or a [..]

A type of fund that invests in non-domestic securities, either equity or fixed income.

A mutual fund that invests in securities from a number of countries.

These funds seek growth by investing primarily in equity securities of issuers located in developed markets outside the United States. Includes Western Europe, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. International funds are not only subject to the usual market volatility, they may also be affected by other risks, including foreign taxes, differen [..]

A mutual fund that can invest only outside the United States.