What does Hartford Funds do?

Hartford Funds is a prominent asset manager established in 1996 as part of The Hartford Financial Services Group. The company specializes in a variety of investment products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), 529 college savings plans, and alternative investments like private equity funds. With a human-centric investing approach, Hartford Funds focuses on strategy design, risk management, and fund oversight, collaborating with sub-advisers such as Wellington Management and Schroder Investment Management North America Inc. for portfolio management. Headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, Hartford Funds has grown significantly since its inception, quickly becoming a leading retail fund family. The firm offers over 55 mutual funds and 19 ETFs, employing diverse strategies tailored to meet the needs of individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Their alternative investment offerings include the Hartford Schroders Private Opportunities Fund, which targets accredited investors and focuses on private equity in various sectors. Hartford Funds emphasizes innovation and client confidence, adapting to market trends and providing diversified solutions for its clients.