Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Choosing the right fund isn’t as simple as picking the best performer.
With thousands of funds to choose from, many investors fall into common traps — from chasing recent winners to overcomplicating their portfolios. In this video, we break down the key do’s and don’ts of fund selection, including how to think about diversification, investment style, fees, and what your portfolio actually needs.
Val Cipriani joins Dan Jones to explain how to read fund factsheets, the difference between income and accumulation share classes, and why it’s important not to get too attached to star fund managers.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your portfolio, this guide will help you make better investment decisions.
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Our five-step guide to picking the best funds
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Choosing the right fund isn’t as simple as picking the best performer.
With thousands of funds to choose from, many investors fall into common traps — from chasing recent winners to overcomplicating their portfolios. In this video, we break down the key do’s and don’ts of fund selection, including how to think about diversification, investment style, fees, and what your portfolio actually needs.
Val Cipriani joins Dan Jones to explain how to read fund factsheets, the difference between income and accumulation share classes, and why it’s important not to get too attached to star fund managers.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your portfolio, this guide will help you make better investment decisions.
Read more here:
Our five-step guide to picking the best funds
investorschronicle.co.uk/content/85a65174-48a0-4117-a901-02989a6d4a71?utm_source=social&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=editorial&utm_content=skip
#Investing #Funds #PersonalFinance #StockMarket #finance #personalfinance #investments #business
Listen to our podcasts: investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasts/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=editorial
Subscribe to Investors' Chronicle: investorschronicle.co.uk/product-matrix?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=editorial
Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Our award-winning expert writers research hundreds of companies and funds suitable for all risk appetites, to provide clear, independent recommendations for individual investors who want to make their money grow and outline how to make the most of different types of investment vehicles at all stages of your life.
Follow The Companies and Markets Show on @YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnrcXTQl38frCLdb4HDxepjhvod-gN662
Follow Lee and the IC: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnrcXTQl38fqB-A5bJJ-GtFjm3Q9S9Xnx
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