American Beacon Ninety One Global Franchise Fund Y (ZGFAX)

Overview

The company operates as an investment fund, placing a strong emphasis on acquiring shares from large capitalization companies that demonstrate unique and enduring qualities. These are businesses believed to possess substantial competitive edges and powerful global brands or franchises. The investment strategy hinges on diversification by geographic regions, including a heavy focus on both the United States and international markets. By investing in at least three countries and allocating a minimum of 40% of its total assets to non-U.S. companies, the fund ensures exposure to a wide array of economic environments and market sectors. Despite its reach, it maintains a non-diversified status, underscoring a concentrated approach in its investment selections.

Products and Services

• Common Stocks of Large Capitalization Companies

  The fund primarily invests in common stocks of large capitalization companies. These are firms that the Adviser identifies as having unique qualities that result in enduring competitive advantages. The focus is on companies with strong global brands or franchises, aiming to generate significant returns on investment over time by leveraging these businesses' market-leading positions.

• Global Investment Strategy

  A critical aspect of the fund's approach is its global investment strategy. By investing in at least three different countries, including the U.S., the fund diversifies its portfolio across various economic environments. A minimum investment of 40% of its total assets in securities of non-U.S. companies further reinforces this strategy, providing investors exposure to international markets and potential growth opportunities outside the domestic sphere.