Legal Definitions - balanced fund

A balanced fund is a type of mutual fund that invests in a mix of stocks and bonds to maintain a balanced portfolio. This means that a certain percentage of the fund's assets are invested in stocks and a certain percentage in bonds. The goal of a balanced fund is to provide investors with a diversified investment option that offers both growth potential and income.

For example, a balanced fund may invest 60% of its assets in stocks and 40% in bonds. This allocation may be adjusted over time to maintain the desired balance. The stocks in the fund may be from different sectors and industries, while the bonds may be from different issuers and have different maturities.

Investing in a balanced fund can be a good option for investors who want exposure to both stocks and bonds but don't want to manage their own portfolio. It can also be a good option for investors who want a more conservative investment option than a stock fund but with more growth potential than a bond fund.