GuideStone Funds Strategic Alternatives Fund Investor (GFSZX)

Overview

The fund is designed to offer investors an alternative investment solution by focusing on non-traditional principal investment strategies. It operates under the supervision of GuideStone Capital Management, LLC, which oversees the selection and performance of the fund's investment sub-advisers. These Sub-Advisers each bring their own expertise in alternative investment strategies to the table, aiming to achieve the fund's primary goal: securing absolute (positive) returns. The uniqueness of the fund lies in its strategic combination of various investment approaches, which are crafted to produce lower volatility and maintain a low correlation with the traditional equity and fixed income markets. This method is positioned to attract investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with investments that behave differently than typical stock or bond investments, potentially providing a hedge against market downturns or periods of high volatility in traditional markets.

Products and Services

• Non-Traditional Investment Strategies - The fund utilizes a range of alternative investment strategies managed by its Sub-Advisers. These strategies are crafted to achieve positive returns independent of the fluctuations in traditional equity and fixed income markets. This approach is ideal for investors looking to mitigate risk and reduce the correlation of their investment portfolios with mainstream market movements.
• Absolute Returns Focus - Aiming for absolute returns means that the fund's goal is to achieve positive growth regardless of market conditions. This is particularly appealing during times of economic uncertainty or when traditional markets are experiencing low returns. It provides an innovative solution for investors focusing on capital appreciation.
• Managed by GuideStone Capital Management, LLC - With the expertise of GuideStone Capital Management, LLC at the helm, the fund benefits from strategic oversight and the selection of Sub-Advisers who are specialists in their respective alternative investment fields. This layer of management expertise adds a level of quality assurance and strategic direction to the fund's operations, ensuring that investment strategies are not only diverse but also executed with precision.