Wasatch International Opportunities Fund Investor Class (WAIOX)

Overview

This fund is focused on investing primarily in foreign micro cap companies, offering a unique opportunity for investors to engage with the smallest companies worldwide, often overlooked by larger investment strategies. With a strategic emphasis on equity securities within the micro-capitalization segment, this fund offers a varied portfolio with a potential for exceptional growth. Its investment scope extends significantly into emerging and frontier markets, areas known for their rapid growth and untapped potential, despite inherent volatility and risk. This approach provides a broad exposure to diverse economic environments and sectors, potentially leading to higher returns for investors willing to navigate these less conventional avenues.

Products and Services

• Equity Securities Investment

  At its core, the fund invests in the equity securities of foreign micro-capitalization companies. This includes stocks or shares that represent an ownership interest in these companies, allowing investors to potentially benefit from both dividends and capital appreciation as these companies grow.

• Emerging and Frontier Markets Focus

  A notable aspect of the fund is its substantial investment in emerging and frontier markets. This presents a unique opportunity for investors to diversify their portfolios with investments in some of the fastest-growing economies around the world, albeit with a higher level of risk compared to more established markets.

• Sector-Focused Investment Strategy

  The fund takes a focused approach to investment, often allocating a large percentage of its assets to specific sectors. Key sectors include information technology, industrials, financials, health care, and communication services. This strategy allows for targeted investment in sectors believed to offer the best growth potential, based on current market trends and economic forecasts.