Tracking error, the amount by which an ETF's returns deviate from its benchmark index, is a fact of life and an often ignored fact at that. In some instances, a high ...

Tracking difference shows the magnitude of deviations in fund and index performance. Tracking error shows the consistency of tracking performance. Before drawing ...

Advisers today can access more-exotic locales and asset classes than ever before, thanks to exchange-traded funds. The evolution of the ETF universe, however, means ...

Christine Benz: Hi, I'm Christine Benz for Morningstar.com. What is tracking error, and what information does it yield about mutual funds? Joining me to discuss that topic is Russ Kinnel. He is ...