AB International Strategic Equities Portfolio Advisor Class (STEYX)

Overview

The Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to international markets through investments primarily in equity securities. It aims to allocate at least 80% of its net assets, along with any borrowings for investment purposes, into equity securities or other instruments with similar economic characteristics, including derivatives related to equity securities. The focus on equity securities of issuers in countries listed in the MSCI ACWI ex USA Index allows the Portfolio to diversify across both developed and emerging markets outside the USA. This strategy embodies the Portfolio's goal to provide investors with a pathway to potentially benefit from the growth and opportunities available in global markets.

Products and Services

• Investment in Equity Securities
  

  The Portfolio dedicates at least 80% of its net assets to equity securities or instruments closely mirroring their economic characteristics. This includes a commitment to investing in a range of equity securities, prioritizing those that promise to align with the Portfolio's investment strategy and objectives.

• Utilization of Derivatives
  

  Derivatives related to equity securities are also included within the Portfolio's investment approach. These financial instruments are employed to enhance the Portfolio’s exposure to certain securities, markets, or indices, thereby potentially increasing the overall returns on investments.

• Focus on MSCI ACWI ex USA Index Countries
  

  A major component of the Portfolio's strategy involves investing primarily (at least 65% of net assets) in equity securities of issuers based in countries that are part of the MSCI ACWI ex USA Index. This includes a diverse mix of both developed and emerging market countries, excluding the United States, providing investors with broad exposure to global investment opportunities.