Energy, equity, U.S. funds were pummelled during the month as the financial crisis spread
Commodities, precious metals slump deepens
Precious metals fund index tumbles 12.5%
24 of the 41 categories had positive median returns
Rising commodities prices boost resources funds
Canadian equity funds sizzle
Emerging markets index up 6%
Fixed-income funds enjoy gains
Sliding loonie cushions fall for Canadian investors
U.S. equity category posts 5.3% loss