Mutual Funds Glossary

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U.S. Treasury Fund

A fund that invests primarily in financial instruments issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury or its agencies.

Underwriter

The organization that acts as the distributor of a mutual fund's shares to broker/dealers and investors.

Unrealized Gain or Loss

Increases or decreases in the prices of securities held by the fund.

Utility Fund

A fund that invests primarily in securities issued by companies in the utilities industry.