A closer look at Fundamental Index®
A guide to exploring a different approach to investing
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Introduction
Deepen your knowledge of Fundamental Index, an objective and contrarian approach to investing. This approach can be used to help diversify portfolios and complement traditional market-capitalization index strategies.
Use the information in this guide to learn:
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How Fundamental Index compares with a market cap-weighted approach
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How Fundamental Index selects and weights stocks
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The potential benefits of Fundamental Index and how the strategy can be used in portfolio construction
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What's important to consider when evaluating Fundamental Index products
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What is Fundamental Index investing?
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How does this approach work?
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How does Fundamental Index compare with a market cap-weighted approach?
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How can Fundamental Index help diversify portfolios?
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How can Fundamental Index help diversify portfolios through weighting exposure?
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How can Fundamental Index help diversify portfolios through factor exposure?
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What is important to consider when evaluating Fundamental Index products?
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What tools are available to help with Fundamental Index product selection?
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