Mercer Emerging Markets Equity Fund Class I (MEMSX)

Overview

The fund is designed for investors seeking to diversify their investment portfolio through exposure to emerging markets. By allocating at least 80% of its net assets, along with any borrowed funds, to equity securities of companies in these regions, the fund aims to leverage the growth potential of emerging economies. The inclusion of investments that are economically tied to emerging markets but may be listed or traded outside of the company’s domicile country broadens the investment landscape. The fund employs depositary receipts, including American, European, and Global Depositary Receipts, as a strategy to access foreign equity markets, enabling investors to gain exposure to the economic dynamics of emerging markets through instruments listed in more developed market exchanges.

Products and Services

The fund offers a diversified portfolio of investment products aimed at capitalizing on the growth potential of emerging markets through:

• Equity Securities in Emerging Markets: The core of the fund's investment strategy lies in holding equity securities of companies that operate within emerging markets. These equities provide direct exposure to the growth and performance of companies in rapidly developing economies.
• Depositary Receipts: To broaden its investment scope, the fund invests in various forms of depositary receipts, including American, European, and Global Depositary Receipts. These financial instruments represent shares in foreign companies and are traded on local stock exchanges, offering a practical way for investors to gain exposure to international markets without dealing with the complexities of cross-border transactions.