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New Magnets for Capital |
| Section: CURRENT ISSUES / ECONOMIC WATCH |
| Author: Marsha Bertrand |
| Publication: The world & I online |
| Issue Date: 2/1/1996 |
| Size: 939 Words, 6,717 Characters |
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When people have money to invest, generally the first securities they consider are stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, because they understand what these investments are and how they work. But with today's constantly changing interest rates and uncertain financial markets, investors are starting to seek other investment vehicles.vbcrlf While some cognoscenti may have heard of the following types of investments, most people may not know exactly what they are, how they work, or if they are appropriate. Here's a quick rundown of the basics.vbcrlf * Unit investment trusts (UITs) are similar to mutual funds in that they purchase portfolios of bonds or stocks. The unique aspect, however, is that the portfo...
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...oreign mutual funds."vbcrlf Whether a person invests in a UIT, REIT, ADR, or variable annuity depends on his specific needs and whether he feels comfortable with alternative types of investments. A prospective investor should always check with a trusted adviser who can explain all the nuances of the investment and help him decide if it is wise. vbcrlf
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