Brandes International Small Cap Equity Fund Class C (BINCX)

Overview

The fund represents an international investment opportunity, focusing primarily on small market capitalization companies located outside the United States. With a strategy that places at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of these small-cap firms, specifically those with a market capitalization of $5 billion or less at the time of purchase, the fund aims to diversify investor portfolios by tapping into the growth potential of smaller companies in various countries. Additionally, by allowing for up to 30% of total assets to be invested in securities from emerging and frontier markets, the fund seeks to capitalize on the higher growth prospects often found in these regions, albeit with potentially higher risks.

Products and Services

• International Small Cap Equity Investments

  The fund's core offering involves investment in equity securities of small market capitalization companies located outside the United States. By focusing on firms with a market cap of $5 billion or less, the fund aims to capture the growth of small-cap companies worldwide, diversifying investment portfolios beyond domestic and large-cap equities.

• Emerging and Frontier Markets Exposure

  Up to 30% of the fund's total assets may be allocated towards companies in emerging and frontier markets. This service opens the door for investors to potentially high-growth regions, offering exposure to the economic progress and developmental strides in those markets. It’s designed for those seeking higher risk-adjusted returns that these volatile markets can sometimes offer.