EP Emerging Markets Fund Class I (EPEIX)

Overview

The fund is primarily focused on investing in equity securities of companies with a significant economic footprint in emerging markets. Echoing the principles of diversification and growth in high-potential areas, the fund dedicates at least 80% of its net assets towards investments tied to the economies of emerging market countries. These countries are identified based on their inclusion in the widely recognized MSCI Emerging Markets Index at the time of investment. The strategy emphasizes not just geographical expansion but also versatility in investment types, reflecting a deep understanding of the complex nature of emerging markets.

Products and Services

• Equity Securities in Emerging Markets

  The core of this fund's portfolio consists of equity securities from a diverse range of companies that are economically linked to emerging market countries. These securities are selected based on their potential for growth, alignment with the fund's investment objective, and their inclusion in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. This approach allows investors to tap into the dynamic growth and diversification opportunities presented by emerging markets.

• Common Stock Investments

  One of the primary vehicles for achieving growth within the fund is through investments in common stocks of companies in emerging markets. Common stocks offer the potential for significant returns on investment through capital appreciation and dividends, making them a key component of the fund’s growth strategy.

• Preferred Stocks and Convertible Stocks

  Further diversification within the fund’s portfolio is achieved through strategic investments in preferred and convertible stocks. These types of securities combine elements of both debt and equity, offering potential for income through dividends, as well as the opportunity for conversion into common stocks under certain conditions. This mix adds a layer of flexibility and potential for appreciation in the portfolio.

• Warrants

  The fund occasionally utilizes warrants as part of its investment strategy. Warrants provide the right, but not the obligation, to buy a company’s stock at a specified price before the warrant expires. This can potentially allow the fund to capitalize on future growth of companies within emerging markets at a lower cost, contributing to the overall growth strategy and potentially offering high returns on these investments.