The Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF is highly concentrated in four sectors and relies heavily on its top 10 holdings for performance. The Vanguard Small-Cap Growth Index Fund ETF offers broader diversification and lower fees but includes a significant portion of mid-cap stocks. Both ETFs have similar CAGRs, but TMFS shows slightly better risk/return ratios since its inception in 2018.
TMFS is an actively managed vehicle combining the power of quality and growth factors in a SMID portfolio. TMFS' current factor mix is heavy in growth, with especially robust 3-year FCF CAGR, and has healthy quality. TMFS proved itself capable of delivering stellar returns in supportive market environments, with the chief example being 2020.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amanda Hawley Atria Wealth Solutions Inc. | 9,872 | $345,670.57 | $334,660.8 | -$11,009.77 | -3.19% |
Craig Johnsen Fortitude Advisory Group LLC | 9,537 | $297,271.19 | $321,873.75 | $24,602.56 | 8.28% |
| CAD Chelsea A. Delgado Main Street Group Ltd. | 120 | $3,881.33 | $4,069.2 | $187.87 | 4.84% |
| MA Marie-Andree Alain Federation des caisses Desjardins du Quebec | 93 | $3,639 | $3,133.17 | -$505.83 | -13.9% |
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This fund is designed for investors looking to capitalize on the potential of small-capitalization companies in the United States. By focusing on a select portfolio of high-quality stocks across a variety of industries, the fund aims to provide substantial growth opportunities. It operates with the principle that investing a minimum of 80% of its net assets, in addition to any funds borrowed for investment purposes, in equity securities of small-cap companies can yield significant returns. Despite its concentrated approach, the fund is positioned to take advantage of the unique growth prospects that small-cap companies offer. It is categorized as non-diversified, indicating that it may invest more heavily in fewer securities, potentially increasing its risk and return profile.
The primary offering involves investing in equity securities issued by small-cap companies within the United States. This includes purchasing common stocks of companies believed to be of high quality and positioned for growth, across a broad spectrum of industries. The focus on small-capitalization companies is premised on the higher growth potential they often embody, albeit with increased volatility and risk.
Adopting a non-diversified strategy, the fund concentrates its investments in a more limited number of stocks compared to diversified funds. This approach is grounded in the belief that a focused portfolio of carefully selected stocks can outperform broader indices, particularly in the small-cap sector where knowledge and research can uncover undervalued opportunities.
Under normal market conditions, the fund ensures that at least 80% of its net assets—plus any borrowed funds—are invested in the equity securities of small capitalization companies. This steadfast commitment underscores the fund's strategy to leverage the dynamic nature of small-cap markets, aiming for substantial returns on investments.