SSGA S&P 500 Index Fund: Deep Dive Review & Risks

This review examines the SSGA S&P 500 Index Securities Lending Series II Fund, focusing on its investment strategy, available data (and its limitations), and inherent risks. While the fund aims for straightforward S&P 500 tracking, its securities lending strategy adds complexity. For comparison, see data on a similar fund, the American Century S&P 500 Index Fund. Understanding the Fund's Goal and Securities Lending The SSGA S&P 500 Index Securities Lending Series II Fund seeks to mirror the performance of the S&P 500 index, a benchmark of 500 large-cap US companies....

February 11, 2025 · 4 min · 661 words · Stephen Howard