DF Dent Small Cap Growth Fund - Institutional Class (DFSLX)

Overview

The described fund is a specialized investment vehicle that focuses on equity securities associated with small-market capitalization companies. By allocating at least 80% of its net assets, in addition to any borrowings intended for investment purposes, into these types of securities, the fund aims to leverage the potential growth opportunities found in smaller companies. The investment strategies it adopts revolve around a diversified portfolio that includes U.S. exchange-listed equity securities. These are composed of different types of stocks and financial instruments, such as common stocks, preferred stocks, real estate investment trusts (REITs), American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The fund operates under normal market conditions, positioning itself to cater to investors looking to diversify their portfolios with small-cap equity investments.

Products and Services

• Common Stocks

Equity securities representing ownership in a corporation, offering voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends or stock appreciation.

• Preferred Stocks

These are stocks that offer a fixed dividend paid out to investors before any dividends are paid to common stockholders. Preferred stocks typically do not provide voting rights but offer a greater claim on assets and earnings than common stocks.

• Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

A type of company that owns, operates, or finances income-producing real estate, allowing investors to pool their money to invest in a diversified portfolio of real estate investments. REITs offer dividends as well as potential tax advantages.

• American Depositary Receipts (ADRs)

A way for U.S. investors to own shares in foreign companies. ADRs are denominated in U.S. dollars, with the underlying security held by a U.S. financial institution overseas. ADRs simplify investing in foreign securities by managing currency conversion and simplifying transactions.

• Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

ETFs are investment funds traded on stock exchanges, much like stocks. They hold assets such as stocks, commodities, or bonds and generally operate with an arbitrage mechanism designed to keep it trading close to its net asset value, although deviations can occasionally occur.