Royce Small-Cap Special Equity Fund Investment Class (RYSEX)

Overview

The fund, advised by its investment adviser, primarily focuses its investments in the equity securities of small-cap companies. It is committed to dedicating at least 80% of its net assets to such investments under normal circumstances. While the fund’s primary focus is on U.S.-based companies, it maintains a strategic flexibility to invest up to 10% of its net assets in foreign companies, expanding its investment horizon beyond the U.S. border. This blend of domestic and selective international investments aims to diversify the fund's portfolio and potential for returns.

Products and Services

• Equity Securities of Small-Cap Companies

An integral part of the fund's investment strategy involves focusing on small-cap companies. These are companies with relatively small market capitalization. The fund identifies and invests in these companies, which it believes have the potential for growth, contributing significantly to the fund's overall returns.

• Investment in U.S. Companies

The bulk of the fund's investments are in U.S.-based companies. By investing in the domestic market, the fund leverages its expertise in identifying companies within the U.S. that exhibit strong potential for growth and profitability, making them attractive investment opportunities.

• Foreign Securities Investment

While the fund is primarily focused on U.S. companies, it does allocate a portion of its assets to foreign companies, capped at 10% of its net assets. This strategic allocation allows the fund to diversify its investment portfolio and tap into the growth potential of selected international markets, thereby potentially enhancing the fund’s performance.