Ave Maria Bond Fund Class R (AVEFX)

Overview

The company specializes in investment management, with a strong focus on investing in investment-grade debt securities of domestic issuers, including the U.S. government, its agencies, and instrumentalities, as well as corporations and municipalities. The fund is designed to maintain a primary investment in these debt securities, allocating at least 80% of its net assets, which may include amounts borrowed for investment purposes, towards these financial instruments. Additionally, the company diversifies its investment portfolio by allocating up to 20% of its net assets in equity securities. These equity investments can include preferred stocks, common stocks that pay dividends, and securities convertible into common stock, catering to both domestic and foreign issuers across various market capitalizations.

Products and Services

• Investment-Grade Debt Securities

  The fund prioritizes investments in high-quality debt securities issued by domestic entities, including the U.S. government, its agencies, corporations, and municipalities. These investments aim to provide stable returns and are selected based on their creditworthiness and investment grade.

• Money Market Instruments

  As part of its diversified investment approach, the fund also invests in money market instruments. These short-term financial instruments are selected to provide liquidity and safety of principal, fitting within the fund’s strategy of maintaining a secure and flexible portfolio.

• Equity Securities

  To diversify its investment portfolio and potential for higher returns, the fund allocates up to 20% of its net assets in equity securities. This includes preferred stocks, dividend-paying common stocks, and securities convertible into common stock. These investments span across domestic and foreign issuers of various market capitalizations, offering growth opportunities in different sectors and geographies.