Fisher Investments Institutional Group Stock Fund for Retirement Plans (QDISX)

Overview

The fund is a global equity fund that emphasizes investing in a varied portfolio of global equity securities. It seeks to achieve its investment objective by primarily investing in common stocks of companies located across the globe, including those in emerging markets. The strategy of the fund encompasses a broad investment horizon that enables it to diversify its holdings across different sectors and geographical regions. To ensure a majority focus on equities, the fund maintains a policy of investing at least 80% of its assets in common stocks. This commitment underscores the fund’s equity-centered approach to achieving growth and potential returns over time.

Products and Services

The fund offers investment opportunities in global equity markets with a focus on diversification and growth. Below are the primary investment vehicles and strategies it employs:

• Global Equity Securities: The core of the fund’s investment strategy is to hold a diversified portfolio of equity securities from companies around the world, including those within emerging markets. This approach aims to tap into the growth potential of various regions and sectors, mitigating risk through diversification.
• Common Stocks: Reflecting its strategic emphasis on equities, the fund commits at least 80% of its assets to investing in common stocks. This aligns with the fund’s goal of growth through capturing the valuation increases of its holdings over time.
• Depositary Receipts: To facilitate investment in foreign issuers and enhance portfolio diversification, the fund may also invest in depositary receipts, including American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs). These financial instruments allow the fund to gain exposure to global companies' stocks, broadening its investment scope while managing the complexities of investing directly in foreign markets.