Investors seeking a balance of growth and value can consider mid-cap blend mutual funds. These funds target companies with market capitalization between $2 billion and $10 billion. Mid-cap funds offer higher returns than large caps with lower volatility than small caps. Three top-performing mid-cap blend funds are FMSCX, VSEQX, and DFVEX, each ranked #1 by Zacks.

FMSCX focuses on long-term capital growth, with 80% of assets in medium-sized companies. It has a 6.5% three-year annualized return and holds 176 issues, including Performance Food Group Co. VSEQX aims for maximum long-term growth by investing in small and mid-size companies, boasting a 9% three-year annualized return with an expense ratio of 0.17%.

DFVEX invests in a diverse group of U.S. companies, emphasizing smaller-capitalization and higher profitability firms. It has an 8.3% three-year annualized return and is managed by Jed S. Fogdall. Investors can access the Zacks Rank and performance of mid-cap blend mutual funds for further analysis and comparison.

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