Fund Overview
Share Class
N
NAV | as of 04/14/2021
$34.49+$0.21 (+0.61%)
Morningstar | Style Box
Overall Morningstar Rating
Rated against 576 Small Growth funds as of 03/31/2021
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Growth of $10,000 (Hypothetical)
Since Inception 12/10/1996 to 03/31/2021 = $84,328.91
The performance data shown represents past performance. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. The investment return and the principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For performance information through the most recent month end please call 800.835.3879. From time to time, the advisor has waived fees or reimbursed expenses, which may have resulted in higher returns. The listed returns and yields of the Fund are net of expenses, and the returns and yields of the indices exclude expenses. For time periods where the fund inception date preceded the benchmark, the benchmark data will not be shown.
Objective
The Fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation by primarily investing in U.S. small cap stocks.
Why Consider
- Provides investors with exposure to a portfolio of small cap companies which may offer a greater universe of opportunities
- Employs a fundamental, research-oriented investment process that is built on the belief that a company's ability to generate consistent, long-term sustainable earnings growth will drive enhanced stock price performance over time
- Manages risk with a sell discipline and exposure limits for each company and diversification of sector and growth profiles embedded in the portfolio construction process
Performance
Performance
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The performance data shown represents past performance. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. The investment return and the principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For performance information through the most recent month end please call 800.835.3879. From time to time, the advisor has waived fees or reimbursed expenses, which may have resulted in higher returns. The listed returns and yields of the Fund are net of expenses, and the returns and yields of the indices exclude expenses. For time periods where the fund inception date preceded the benchmark, the benchmark data will not be shown. Returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
Expense Ratios
- Gross Expense Ratio: 1.31%
- Net Expense Ratio: 1.30%
- Expense Cap Expiration Date: 05/01/2021
Distributions & Pricing
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Calendar Year Distributions
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Ex-Date Total Distribution Income Short-term Cap Gains Long-term Cap Gains Dec 16, 2020 $0.729200 — $0.181400 $0.547800 Dec 16, 2019 $1.370300 — — $1.370300 Dec 27, 2018 $3.023500 — $0.097400 $2.926100 Dec 27, 2017 $1.529900 — $0.045300 $1.484600 Dec 27, 2016 $1.042500 — — $1.042500 Dec 28, 2015 $0.894200 — $0.059200 $0.835000 Dec 26, 2014 $1.336300 — $0.188700 $1.147600 Dec 26, 2013 $0.868000 — $0.070200 $0.797800 Dec 26, 2012 $0.438500 $0.082200 — $0.356300 Dec 28, 2010 $0.002300 $0.002300 — — Dec 26, 2008 $0.022500 $0.022500 — — Nov 6, 2008 $0.095040 $0.095040 — — Sep 11, 2008 $0.250970 $0.003730 — $0.247240 Dec 21, 2007 $1.875890 $0.137310 $0.005250 $1.733330 Jul 20, 2007 $0.340100 $0.000680 $0.050410 $0.289010 Jan 24, 2007 $0.000000 $0.000000 — — Jan 23, 2007 $0.000000 $0.000000 — — Dec 21, 2006 $0.109750 $0.100280 — $0.009470 Jul 21, 2006 $0.000330 $0.000330 — — Dec 21, 2005 $0.101990 $0.101990 — — Dec 21, 2004 $0.065590 $0.065590 — — Jul 21, 2004 $0.002110 $0.002110 — — Apr 29, 2004 $0.002131 $0.002131 — — Dec 19, 2003 $0.036230 $0.036230 — — Dec 20, 2002 $0.004000 $0.004000 — — Sep 25, 2001 $0.411200 — — $0.411200 Nov 17, 2000 $1.856400 — $1.856400 — Nov 30, 1999 $0.393100 — $0.393100 — Dec 31, 1998 $0.028000 $0.028000 — — Dec 31, 1997 $0.040000 $0.040000 — — Nov 28, 1997 $1.223000 — $1.223000 —
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Portfolio & Holdings
Portfolio & Holdings
Top Holdings (Equity)
As of: 03/31/2021
| Lithia Motors Inc, Class A | 2.57% |
| Texas Roadhouse Inc, Class A | 2.16% |
| Avient Corp | 1.92% |
| Stifel Financial Corp | 1.91% |
| Skyline Champion Corp | 1.89% |
| UFP Industries Inc | 1.84% |
| Performance Food Group Co | 1.83% |
| Endava PLC ADR, Class A | 1.75% |
| Grand Canyon Education Inc | 1.73% |
| Ameris Bancorp | 1.71% |
| % in Top 10 Holdings | 19.31% |
Investment Approach
Investment Approach
GW&K Small Cap Core Fund
- GW&K believes companies with consistent, long-term, above-average and sustainable earnings growth will drive enhanced stock price performance over time
- GW&K believes most money managers overlook the sustainability of earnings growth by focusing on short-term fundamentals and stock price movements
- GW&K believes companies that can generate sustainable earnings growth possess these key attributes: (1) A high-quality management team focused on enhancing long-term value for shareholders and (2) strong products or services in attractive niche markets
- GW&K believes they add value through their fundamental research process. Their disciplined long-term research focus allows them to develop a deep understanding of their targeted companies
Additional Fund Highlight
Risk management parameters, including exposure limits for each company and diversification of sector and growth profiles, are embedded in the portfolio construction process.
About
About GW&K Investment Management
Background
GW&K Investment Management is a dynamic investment management firm that offers asset allocation, active equity and fixed income investment solutions to help meet the needs of a diverse client base. GW&K’s founding principles of applying rigorous fundamental research, focusing on quality and maintaining a long-term view still guide its investment process today.
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View Fund DetailsFounded
1974
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Affiliate Since
2008
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Fund Inception
Fund Inception
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