SPDR S&P Global Natural Resources Fund (GNR)

Overview

The fund operates in the financial sector, focusing primarily on investments related to natural resources and commodities. It is dedicated to managing a portfolio that closely mirrors the constituents of a specific index, consisting of 90 leading companies, both from the U.S. and international markets, that are heavily involved in natural resources and commodity sectors. The index is curated based on market capitalization and includes public firms meeting certain criteria for investability. This strategic approach aims to ensure the fund's investments are well-positioned within the realm of natural resources and commodities businesses, providing a unique opportunity for investors to gain exposure to this specific sector.

Products and Services

• Securities Investment

  The primary service offered involves investing in a diversified portfolio of securities. These securities are predominantly shares in large public companies operating within the natural resources and commodities markets. The aim is to replicate the performance of the fund’s benchmark index, encompassing a wide range of assets, including depositary receipts based on securities in the index.

• Index-Based Investment Strategy

  This strategy focuses on maintaining a portfolio that mirrors the composition of the selected index, which is made up of top U.S. and foreign publicly-traded companies in the natural resources and commodities sector, based on market capitalization. The criteria for inclusion in the index includes not only market cap but also specific investability requirements, ensuring a high-quality, diversified investment pool for fund members.