Barrett Growth Fund Retail Class (BGRWX)

Overview

The fund is designed to cater to investors looking for diversified investment opportunities in the equity market, focusing primarily on high-quality large- and mid-cap companies located in the U.S. as well as global companies that are traded on U.S. exchanges. Managed by the Adviser, the fund aims to identify companies with superior growth potential, offering a balanced mix of investments that combine the prospect of high returns with the discipline of purchasing stocks at reasonable prices. The strategy also allows for up to 25% of the fund's net assets to be invested in foreign securities, primarily through American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), adding a layer of international exposure to enhance the portfolio's growth potential and diversification.

Products and Services

• Investment in Large- and Mid-Cap U.S. Companies: The fund focuses on investing in a diversified portfolio of common stocks from leading large- and mid-cap U.S. companies. Selection is based on the belief that these companies offer superior growth potential. This offers investors an opportunity to partake in the growth of well-established U.S. companies.

• Investment in Global Companies Traded on U.S. Exchanges: Apart from U.S. companies, the fund diversifies its investment by including global companies that are traded on U.S. exchanges. This strategy provides investors with the chance to gain from global market trends while benefiting from the regulatory framework of U.S. financial markets.

• High-Quality Stocks at Reasonable Prices: The Adviser selects stocks of high-quality companies that it believes can be purchased at reasonable prices. This approach aims to balance the pursuit of growth with the principle of value investing, potentially reducing the risk associated with paying premium prices for stocks.

• Foreign Securities Investment through ADRs: To add an international dimension to the portfolio, the fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in foreign securities, primarily via American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). This method facilitates investment in foreign companies while offering the simplicity and security of trading on U.S. exchanges.