Investors seeking a balance of value and growth stocks with lower risk can consider large-cap blend mutual funds. These funds offer stability and safety compared to mid or small-cap funds. Large caps have over $10 billion market capitalization but are susceptible to global economic issues. Blend funds combine growth and value investments for diversification and potential returns. Three top-ranked large-cap blend mutual funds are Fidelity Growth & Income (FGRIX), Vanguard Growth and Income Fund (VQNPX), and American Funds Investment Company of America (AIVSX), all with a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank #1 (Strong Buy). FGRIX focuses on dividend income and capital appreciation, investing in domestic and foreign issues, with a 17.8% return in the past three years. VQNPX seeks capital appreciation and higher dividend income than the S&P 500 Index, returning 17.4% in the last three years with an expense ratio of 0.38%. AIVSX aims for long-term growth and income, emphasizing future dividends, and has returned 21.4% in the past three years. Investors can access a complete list of large-cap blend mutual funds for more options. To stay informed on top mutual fund news and analysis, sign up for Zacks’ free Fund Newsletter.

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