Small & mid cap equity funds lead the pack
New single set of fund categories to be released later this year
Japanese equity funds left relatively unscathed
Fixed income categories fare poorly
Ruling follows launch of proprietary fund categories
Precious metals funds have outstanding year
Income trusts the only blemish on an otherwise spectacular month for mutual funds
Practically all fund categories gained ground last month, says Morningstar Canada
Financial services fund index posts 7.8% gain
Companies have until Sept. 30 to provide feedback on classification of their funds