As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 06, 2022
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-CSR
CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED
MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES
811-05518
Investment Company Act file number
The RBB FUND, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
615 East Michigan Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)
Salvatore Faia, President
c/o U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
615 East Michigan Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(Name and address of agent for service)
(414) 765-5366
Registrant's telephone number, including area code
Date of fiscal year end: August 31, 2022
Date of reporting period: February 28, 2022
Item 1. Reports to Stockholders.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
of
THE RBB FUND, INC.
Semi-Annual Report
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Semi-Annual Investment Adviser’s Report
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Dear Shareholder,
The Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund (the “Fund”) Class I Shares returned +2.01% net of fees for the 6-month fiscal period ended February 28, 2022. Positive performance was driven by trading in energy, short-term interest rates, agricultural commodities and currencies. Fund investments in equities and bonds were the main detractors during the 6-month period. The Fund’s core allocation to Diversified Trendfollowing (“Trendfollowing”) strategies generated most of the positive performance, while the performance of the Fund’s non-Trendfollowing allocation was negative in aggregate during the period. The Fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in Abbey Capital Master Offshore Fund Limited (“ACMOF”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund that invests substantially all of its assets in Abbey Capital Offshore Fund SPC (“ACOF”), which is a wholly-owned and controlled segregated portfolio company that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts. The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets into Abbey Capital Onshore Series LLC (“ACOS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund which is a multi-adviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts.
Average Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022
| 2022 YTD | 1 Year | SEP. 1, 2021 TO FEB. 28, 2022 | 5 Years Annualized | ANNUALIZED SINCE INCEPTION ON JULY 1, 2014 |
Class I Shares | 2.95% | 2.77% | 2.01% | 3.14% | 4.42% |
Class A Shares* | 2.80% | 2.49% | 1.80% | 2.86% | 4.15% |
Class A Shares (max load)* | -3.13% | -3.37% | -4.06% | 1.65% | 3.34% |
Class C Shares** | 2.79% | 1.73% | 1.46% | 2.11% | 3.39% |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month T-Bill Index*** | 0.01% | 0.04% | 0.02% | 1.13% | 0.80% |
S&P 500® Total Return Index*** | -8.01% | 16.39% | -2.62% | 15.17% | 13.19% |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 1.59% | 4.68% | 2.10% | 2.97% | 2.41% |
Barclay CTA numbers are based on the estimates available on the BarclayHedge website as of March 10, 2022
Source: Abbey Capital, Bloomberg and BarclayHedge
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Visit www.abbeycapital.com for returns updated daily. Call (US Toll Free) 1-844-261-6484 or (international callers) + 1-508-871-3276 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
Please note the above is shown for illustrative purposes only
* | Class A Shares performance prior to its inception on August 29, 2014 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class A Shares expense ratio. There is a maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price) of 5.75% in Class A Shares. |
** | Class C Shares performance prior to its inception on October 6, 2015 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class C Shares expense ratio. |
*** | The Barclay CTA Index is derived from data that is self-reported by investment managers based on the performance of privately managed funds. In contrast, the S&P 500® Total Return Index and the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 3-Month T-Bill Index are comprised of publicly traded securities. As a result of these differences, these indices may not be directly comparable, and the table above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
Abbey Capital Limited (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79%, 2.04% and 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, Class A Shares, and Class C Shares, respectively. This contractual limitation is in effect until December
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
31, 2022, and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. In addition, the Adviser may recoup any waived or reimbursed amounts from the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made by the Adviser, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. Without the expense limitation agreement, the expense ratios are 1.89%, 2.14% and 2.89% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, Class A Shares, and Class C Shares, respectively, as stated in the Fund’s current prospectus dated December 31, 2021 (and which may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period covered by this report). The quoted performance would have been lower without the expense limitation.
Please refer to the prospectus for further information on expenses and fees.
Performance Analysis
The 6-month period ended February 28, 2022 was positive overall for Fund performance. The Fund’s Trendfollowing sub-advisers recorded gains for the peiod, while the non-Trendfollowing trading styles were negative in aggregate.
This period was characterised by supply constraints across several commodity markets, heightened geopolitical tensions in Europe and a hawkish shift in expectations around global monetary policy. We also saw a shift in the relationship between global equity and bond markets, with the correlation between the two asset classes turning less negative over the period.
Inflation and its impact on monetary policy was a focus for investors throughout the period. US consumer inflation increased steadily, ultimately rising to an annual rate of +7.5% in February, its highest level in 40 years. Guidance from the US Federal Reserve turned more hawkish as inflation rose, with the central bank tapering its bond buying program and signalling plans to hike rates in March 2022.
Heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine became a more prominent focus for investors as the period progressed. This situation escalated in February 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which led to sharp moves and heightened volatility across both financial and commodity markets.
Fund performance from September to December 2021 was negative, with choppy price moves in longer-dated bond yields proving challenging for the Fund’s Trendfollowing and Value subadvisers. Notable losses also occurred in late November 2021, when the emergence of the Omicron COVID-19 variant resulted in a sharp reversal of trends in several sectors, most notably in equities and energy.
Fund performance turned positive as we entered 2022. As was the case for much of 2021, notable price trends occurred across several energy, metal, and agricultural commodity markets, which provided a favourable environment for the Fund’s Trendfollowing sub-advisers. The performance of the Fund’s fixed income investments was also positive in early 2022, as the hawkish shift in market expectations around global central bank policy led to a sustained rise in yields.
Supply concerns were a prominent theme in energy markets over the 6-month period. OPEC+ supply restrictions, combined with strong global demand, were a tailwind for crude oil prices. Later in the period, concerns about disruptions to Russian energy supplies following the imposition of economic sanctions also impacted prices. A supply crunch in natural gas saw US prices hit a 13year high in October, while European natural gas prices reached record highs during the 6-month period. Long positions in energy resulted in the Fund’s largest gains for the period, with longs in crude oil, distillates and natural gas all contributing positively to performance.
In currencies, the Fund held long USD positions throughout the period, which resulted in gains. Hawkish guidance from the US Federal Reserve and expectations of several US rate hikes in 2022 supported the US currency. Long USD positions against the EUR and JPY led gains in the sector, with lower yields relative to the US weighing on both currencies. The Fund’s allocations to Trendfollowing, Global Macro and Value strategies all saw gains in currencies, while its Short-term Systematic strategy allocation was negative.
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The Fund’s Trendfollowing allocation was the primary source of gains within agricultural commodities during the period, with longs in corn and soybean contributing positively. Corn and soybeans were both aided by supply concerns arising from dry South American weather as well as worries about the outlook for global grain and vegetable oil production.
The Fund’s performance in metals was mixed during the period, with gains from longs in base metals mostly offset by losses in precious metals. Low inventories were an important theme across base metals markets. The Fund’s largest gains occurred from longs in aluminium, with prices rising to record highs as production was impacted by soaring energy costs and environmental concerns in China. Meanwhile, losses in precious metals were concentrated in the first part of the period amid choppy price moves in gold.
The Fund’s performance in fixed income markets was also mixed during the period. Both long and short bond positions detracted from returns during the first part of the period as concerns about higher inflation, tighter central bank policy and the Omicron COVID-19 variant impacted bond yields at different times. Losses in bonds were pared in 2022 as more sustained downtrends in bond prices emerged. The Fund’s performance in interest rates was positive during the period, with Trendfollowing strategies profiting from short positions as investors priced a more aggressive pace of central bank tightening.
Equities were the largest detractor from Fund performance at the sector level during the period, with losses occurring when global equities declined in early 2022. Concerns about the impact of the expected US Federal Reserve rate hikes were a headwind for global equities in January, while the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict began to have a meaningful impact on risk sentiment during February 2022. This reversal in the long-term uptrend in equities proved challenging for the Fund’s Trendfollowing sub-advisers, while its Short-term Systematic sub-advisers also recorded losses in the sector.
Key to Currency Abbreviations |
USD | US Dollar |
EUR | Euro |
JPY | Japanese Yen |
An investment in the Fund is speculative and involves substantial risk. It is possible that an investor may lose some or all of their investment. The Fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in Abbey Capital Master Offshore Fund Limited (“ACMOF”), which invests substantially all of its assets in Abbey Capital Offshore Fund SPC (“ACOF”), which is a multi-adviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange. The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets into Abbey Capital Onshore Series LLC (“ACOS”), which is a multi-adviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange. All investments in securities involve risk of the loss of capital. An investment in the Fund includes the risks inherent in an investment in securities, as well as specific risks associated with this open-ended investment product. Among the risks associated with investing in this Fund are Commodity Sector Risk, Counter-Party Risk, Credit Risk, Currency Risk, Manager and Management Risks, Subsidiary Risk, Tax Risk, Emerging Markets Risk, Leveraging Risk, Foreign Investment Risk, Fixed Income Securities Risks, Short Sale Risk and Portfolio Turnover Risks. The Fund may invest in or utilize derivative investments, futures contracts, and hedging strategies. One or more Trading Advisers, from time to time, may invest a substantial portion of the assets managed in a specific industry sector. As a result, the Fund’s investment portfolio may be subject to greater risk and volatility than if investments had been made in the securities of a broader range of issuers. There can be no assurance that the Fund’s strategy (hedging or otherwise) will be successful or that it will employ such strategies with respect to all or any portion of its portfolio. The value of the Fund’s portfolio investments should be expected to fluctuate. Investing in managed futures is not suitable for all investors given its speculative nature and the high level of risk involved. The Fund is appropriate only for investors who can bear the risks associated with the product. This brief statement cannot disclose all of the risks and other factors necessary to evaluate an investment in the Fund. Investors are urged to take appropriate investment advice and to carefully consider their investment
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
objectives, personal situation, and factors such as net worth, income, age, risk tolerance and liquidity needs before investing in the Fund. Before investing, investors should carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risks, tax considerations, sales charges and expenses.
Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change and should not be considered recommendations to buy or sell any security. Please refer to the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments in this report for a complete list of Fund holdings.
The Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund is distributed by Quasar Distributions, LLC.
This report is submitted for general information to the shareholders of the Fund. It is not authorized for distribution unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Fund. Opinions expressed are subject to change at any time, are not guaranteed, and should not be considered investment advice.
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Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception†† | |
Class A Shares (without sales charge) (Pro forma July 1, 2014 to August 29, 2014) | 1.80% | 2.49% | 8.00% | 2.86% | 4.15%* | |
Class A Shares (with sales charge) (Pro forma July 1, 2014 to August 29, 2014) | -4.06% | -3.37% | 5.88% | 1.65% | 3.34%* | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 18.24% | 15.17% | 13.19%** | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index*** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 0.87% | 1.13% | 0.80%** | |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 5.89% | 2.97% | 2.41%** | |
†† | Inception date of Class A Shares of the Fund was August 29, 2014. |
* | Class A Shares performance prior to its inception on August 29, 2014 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class A Shares expense ratio. |
** | Performance is from the inception date of the Fund and is not the inception date of the index itself. The above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
*** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The Fund charges a 5.75% maximum sales charge on purchases (as a percentage of offering price) of Class A Shares. The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.04% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 2.14% for Class A Shares as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratio for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
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Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception†† | |
Class I Shares | 2.01% | 2.77% | 8.29% | 3.14% | 4.42% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 18.24% | 15.17% | 13.19%* | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 0.87% | 1.13% | 0.80%* | |
Barclay CTA Index** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 5.89% | 2.97% | 2.41%* | |
†† | Inception date of Class I Shares of the Fund was July 1, 2014. |
* | Performance is from the inception date of the Fund and is not the inception date of the index itself. The above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 1.89% for Class I Shares, as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
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Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception†† | |
Class C Shares (without contingent deferred sales charge) (Pro forma July 1, 2014 to October 6, 2015) | 1.46% | 1.73% | 7.23% | 2.11% | 3.39%* | |
Class C (with contingent deferred sales charge) (Pro forma July 1, 2014 to October 6, 2015) | 0.48% | 0.74% | 7.23% | 2.11% | 3.39%* | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 18.24% | 15.17% | 13.19%** | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index*** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 0.87% | 1.13% | 0.80%** | |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 5.89% | 2.97% | 2.41%** | |
†† | Inception date of Class C Shares of the Fund was October 6, 2015. |
* | Class C Shares performance prior to its inception on October 6, 2015 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class C Shares expense ratio. |
** | Performance is from the inception date of the Fund and is not the inception date of the index itself. The above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
*** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The Fund charges a contingent deferred sales charge (“CDSC”) of 1.00% on certain redemptions of Class C Shares made within 12 months of purchase. The CDSC is assessed on an amount equal to the lesser of the offering price at the time of purchase of the Class C Shares redeemed and the net asset value of the Class C Shares redeemed at the time of redemption.
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 2.89% for Class C Shares, as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Visit www.abbeycapital.com for returns updated daily. Call (US Toll Free) 1-844-261-6484 or (international callers) + 1-508-871-3276 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
The Barclay CTA Index is derived from data which is self-reported by investment managers based on the performance of privately managed funds. In contrast, the S&P 500® Total Return Index and the BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index are comprised of publicly traded securities. As a result of these differences, these indices may not be directly comparable. Additionally, these indices are not available for direct investment and the above is shown for illustrative purposes only.
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Performance Data (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Barclay CTA Index
The Barclay CTA Index is a leading industry benchmark of representative performance of commodity trading advisors. There are currently 416 programs included in the calculation of the Barclay CTA Index for 2021. The Barclay CTA Index is equally weighted and rebalanced at the beginning of each year.
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index
The BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an unmanaged market index of U.S. Treasury securities maturing in 90 days that assumes reinvestment of all income.
S&P 500® Index
The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 U.S. stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on January 1, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957.
The S&P 500® Total Return Index
The S&P 500® Total Return Index is the total return version of the S&P 500® Index. Dividends are reinvested on a daily basis and all regular cash dividends are assumed reinvested in the index on the ex-dividend date.
A basis point is one hundredth of one percent.
Portfolio composition is subject to change. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.
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Fund Expense Examples
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, (if any) and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first section in the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this section, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first section under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second section of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) on purchase payments (if any). Therefore, the second section of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six- Month Total Investment Returns for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,018.00 | $ 10.21 | 2.04% | 1.80% |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,020.10 | 8.97 | 1.79% | 2.01% |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,014.60 | 13.94 | 2.79% | 1.46% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,014.68 | $ 10.19 | 2.04% | N/A |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,015.92 | 8.95 | 1.79% | N/A |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,010.96 | 13.91 | 2.79% | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to the Funds’ Class A Shares, Class I Shares, and Class C Shares annualized six-month expense ratios for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The Fund’s ending account values in the first section in the table are based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund’s respective share classes. |
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Consolidated Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table presents a consolidated summary of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS: | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Obligations | | | 84.6 | % | | $ | 1,445,699,854 | |
Money Market Deposit Account | | | 3.9 | | | | 66,447,762 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | |
(including futures and forward foreign currency contracts) | | | 11.5 | | | | 197,378,581 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 1,709,526,197 | |
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating its assets between a “Managed Futures” strategy and a “Fixed Income” strategy.
As a result of the Fund’s use of derivatives, the Fund may hold significant amounts of U.S. Treasuries or short-term investments.
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
Refer to the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments for a detailed listing of the Fund’s holdings.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Coupon* | | | Maturity Date | | | Par (000’s) | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS - 88.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS - 84.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.040 | % | | | 03/03/22 | | | $ | 13,293 | | | $ | 13,292,987 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.030 | % | | | 03/10/22 | | | | 29,426 | | | | 29,425,742 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.030 | % | | | 03/17/22 | | | | 51,948 | | | | 51,947,480 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.037 | % | | | 03/24/22 | | | | 60,597 | | | | 60,594,812 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.037 | % | | | 03/31/22 | | | | 23,499 | | | | 23,497,623 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.043 | % | | | 04/07/22 | | | | 51,303 | | | | 51,297,978 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.045 | % | | | 04/14/22 | | | | 66,533 | | | | 66,522,226 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.044 | % | | | 04/21/22 | | | | 82,375 | | | | 82,354,267 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.041 | % | | | 04/28/22 | | | | 54836 | | | | 54,818,859 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.048 | % | | | 05/05/22 | | | | 64,741 | | | | 64,713,501 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.048 | % | | | 05/12/22 | | | | 50,496 | | | | 50,468,580 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.046 | % | | | 05/19/22 | | | | 72,857 | | | | 72,809,569 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.070 | % | | | 05/26/22 | | | | 39,929 | | | | 39,900,384 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.076 | % | | | 06/02/22 | | | | 50,819 | | | | 50,775,021 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.104 | % | | | 06/09/22 | | | | 51,201 | | | | 51,149,053 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.114 | % | | | 06/16/22 | | | | 41,112 | | | | 41,063,398 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.142 | % | | | 06/23/22 | | | | 9,710 | | | | 9,696,599 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.163 | % | | | 06/30/22 | | | | 73,920 | | | | 73,811,471 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.218 | % | | | 07/07/22 | | | | 88,134 | | | | 87,975,698 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.273 | % | | | 07/14/22 | | | | 42,296 | | | | 42,212,294 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.334 | % | | | 07/21/22 | | | | 38,435 | | | | 38,354,146 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.424 | % | | | 07/28/22 | | | | 57,175 | | | | 57,041,061 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.526 | % | | | 08/04/22 | | | | 54,104 | | | | 53,965,831 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.687 | % | | | 08/11/22 | | | | 108,980 | | | | 108,672,710 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.654 | % | | | 08/18/22 | | | | 27,797 | | | | 27,713,121 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.637 | % | | | 08/25/22 | | | | 142,076 | | | | 141,625,443 | |
TOTAL U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS ($1,446,234,450) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,445,699,854 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Number of Shares (000’s) | | | | | |
MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT - 3.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(a) | | | | | | | | | | | 66,448 | | | | 66,447,762 | |
TOTAL MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT ($66,447,762) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 66,447,762 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $1,512,682,212) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,512,147,616 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS - 88.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $1,512,682,212) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,512,147,616 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES - 11.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 197,378,581 | |
NET ASSETS - 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 1,709,526,197 | |
* | Short-term investments’ coupon reflect the annualized effective yield on the date of purchase for discounted investments. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Futures contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
10-Year Mini Japanese Government Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | $ | 1,440,482 | | | $ | 1,757 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1,094 | | | | 307,551,801 | | | | 173,262 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Dec-22 | | | | 400 | | | | 112,220,527 | | | | 104,333 | |
3-Month SARON Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 1,372,533 | | | | 395 | |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Jun-22 | | | | 40 | | | | 29,029,841 | | | | 7,794 | |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Sep-22 | | | | 67 | | | | 48,561,571 | | | | (1,837 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 421 | | | | 103,776,499 | | | | (591,789 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-24 | | | | 292 | | | | 71,532,699 | | | | 27,490 | |
Amsterdam Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 1,799,054 | | | | (65,055 | ) |
AUD/USD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 190 | | | | 13,800,650 | | | | 78,243 | |
BIST 30 Index Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 91 | | | | 143,483 | | | | 84 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 215 | | | | 21,063,550 | | | | 1,229,379 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 38 | | | | 3,613,800 | | | | 272,120 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 743,200 | | | | 51,670 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 13 | | | | 1,129,050 | | | | 161,970 | |
Brent Crude Oil Last Day | | | May-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 1,077,670 | | | | 43,080 | |
CAC40 10 Euro Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 123 | | | | 9,178,178 | | | | (292,877 | ) |
CAD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 317 | | | | 24,987,524 | | | | (45,225 | ) |
Canola Futures (Winnipeg Commodity Exchange) | | | May-22 | | | | 13 | | | | 224,857 | | | | 2,780 | |
Canola Futures (Winnipeg Commodity Exchange) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 88,188 | | | | 702 | |
Cattle Feeder Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 81,000 | | | | (4,925 | ) |
CHF Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 162 | | | | 22,096,800 | | | | 65,338 | |
Cocoa Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 15 | | | | 379,350 | | | | (39,570 | ) |
Cocoa Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 27 | | | | 689,850 | | | | (62,980 | ) |
Cocoa Futures ICE | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 46,202 | | | | (3,917 | ) |
Coffee ’C’ Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 231 | | | | 20,174,963 | | | | (844,707 | ) |
Coffee ’C’ Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 25 | | | | 2,170,781 | | | | (82,856 | ) |
Coffee ’C’ Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 776,419 | | | | (15,394 | ) |
Coffee Robusta Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 75 | | | | 1,567,500 | | | | (125,450 | ) |
Coffee Robusta Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 42 | | | | 869,820 | | | | (70,170 | ) |
Copper Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 153 | | | | 17,038,463 | | | | (248,313 | ) |
Copper Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 334,050 | | | | (4,500 | ) |
Corn Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 695 | | | | 24,003,562 | | | | 1,436,287 | |
Corn Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 374 | | | | 12,659,900 | | | | 1,170,624 | |
Corn Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 342,238 | | | | 6,375 | |
Corn Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 44 | | | | 1,335,950 | | | | 107,638 | |
Cotton No.2 Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 247 | | | | 14,711,320 | | | | 211,165 | |
Cotton No.2 Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 20 | | | | 1,158,200 | | | | (37,010 | ) |
DAX Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 1,624,919 | | | | (37,954 | ) |
DJIA Mini E-CBOT | | | Mar-22 | | | | 53 | | | | 8,967,600 | | | | (305,369 | ) |
Dollar Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 58 | | | | 5,608,252 | | | | 53,917 | |
E-Mini Consumer Staples Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 150,640 | | | | (3,240 | ) |
E-Mini Crude Oil | | | Apr-22 | | | | 13 | | | | 622,180 | | | | 23,443 | |
E-Mini Energy Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 146,860 | | | | 7,690 | |
E-Mini Health Care Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 262,080 | | | | (17,030 | ) |
E-Mini Natural Gas | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 33,015 | | | | (1,210 | ) |
Emissions ICE | | | Dec-22 | | | | 34 | | | | 3,134,057 | | | | (88,949 | ) |
EUR Foreign Exchange Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 140,331 | | | | 794 | |
Euro STOXX 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 264,189 | | | | (21,534 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Euro-Bobl Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 82 | | | $ | 12,123,562 | | | $ | 5,766 | |
Euro-BTP Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 65 | | | | 10,287,209 | | | | (112,103 | ) |
Euro-Bund Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 40 | | | | 7,491,759 | | | | 2,689 | |
European Climate Exchange Futures | | | Dec-23 | | | | 2 | | | | 187,608 | | | | 10,955 | |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 505 | | | | 63,412,362 | | | | (1,912 | ) |
FTSE 100 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 622 | | | | 61,430,394 | | | | 164,828 | |
FTSE KLCI Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 170,847 | | | | 2,787 | |
FTSE Taiwan Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 130 | | | | 8,034,000 | | | | (160,645 | ) |
FTSE/JSE TOP 40 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 63 | | | | 2,838,519 | | | | 105,669 | |
FTSE/MIB Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 1,139,955 | | | | (85,686 | ) |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 225 | | | | 27,712,124 | | | | 1,392,614 | |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 17 | | | | 2,076,955 | | | | 105,962 | |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 240,190 | | | | 18,619 | |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 235,175 | | | | 8,828 | |
GBP Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 461 | | | | 38,651,968 | | | | (548,388 | ) |
Gold 100 Oz Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 380 | | | | 72,226,599 | | | | 1,039,713 | |
Gold 100 Oz Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 571,200 | | | | 650 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Jun-23 | | | | 27 | | | | 8,884,486 | | | | 8,820 | |
INR/USD Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 52,912 | | | | (102 | ) |
JPN 10-Year Bond (Osaka Securities Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 18 | | | | 23,563,693 | | | | (129,083 | ) |
JPY Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 761,863 | | | | (294 | ) |
Kansas City Hard Red Winter Wheat Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 62 | | | | 2,954,300 | | | | 244,500 | |
Kansas City Hard Red Winter Wheat Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 111 | | | | 5,221,163 | | | | 517,588 | |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 103 | | | | 4,264,200 | | | | 141,740 | |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 181 | | | | 8,211,970 | | | | (2,770 | ) |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 135,570 | | | | 12,060 | |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 122 | | | | 6,901,540 | | | | (245,770 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 51 | | | | 2,809,080 | | | | (43,570 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Aug-22 | | | | 21 | | | | 1,152,060 | | | | (13,510 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Oct-22 | | | | 22 | | | | 1,255,760 | | | | (560 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,240 | | | | 104,593,999 | | | | 17,050,862 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 32 | | | | 2,703,200 | | | | 412,040 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,288 | | | | 2,663 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 39 | | | | 3,287,213 | | | | 385,233 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 585 | | | | 49,220,437 | | | | 2,608,951 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 254,100 | | | | 57,481 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 762,075 | | | | 134,996 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,531 | | | | 18,419 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 758,756 | | | | 147,281 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 337,338 | | | | 54,626 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 337,467 | | | | 40,242 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,375 | | | | 14,413 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 168,775 | | | | 22,625 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 168,863 | | | | 20,438 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 422,344 | | | | 46,481 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 168,909 | | | | 18,471 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,457 | | | | 9,765 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,460 | | | | 9,825 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,465 | | | | 9,771 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 20 | | | | 1,689,500 | | | | 172,830 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,419 | | | | 7,694 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | $ | 252,713 | | | $ | 11,425 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 589,773 | | | | 26,448 | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 590,046 | | | | 18,904 | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 430 | | | | 106,629,249 | | | | 3,275,396 | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 2,229,525 | | | | (10,318 | ) |
LME Copper Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 139 | | | | 34,327,787 | | | | 187,917 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 495,900 | | | | (3,650 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 495,938 | | | | 16,023 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 248,020 | | | | 10,158 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,975 | | | | 10,275 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 742,838 | | | | 24,275 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,613 | | | | 5,413 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 742,875 | | | | 21,338 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 495,307 | | | | 8,489 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,725 | | | | (1,613 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,725 | | | | 4,390 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 495,450 | | | | 10,775 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 494,775 | | | | 8,235 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 742,028 | | | | 10,240 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 1,236,638 | | | | (3,913 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 741,938 | | | | 14,685 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,305 | | | | 617 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 1,236,406 | | | | 24,594 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,294 | | | | (770 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 194 | | | | 11,602,413 | | | | 265,141 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 15 | | | | 897,281 | | | | 35,496 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 33 | | | | 1,971,544 | | | | 39,663 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,688 | | | | 1,013 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,675 | | | | (113 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 150 | | | | 8,946,563 | | | | 175,272 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 86 | | | | 12,694,116 | | | | 2,353,203 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 15 | | | | 2,201,940 | | | | 241,671 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,184 | | | | (231 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 730,620 | | | | 40,188 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 58 | | | | 8,417,772 | | | | 416,097 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 147,966 | | | | 27,936 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 739,470 | | | | 139,470 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 295,764 | | | | 58,990 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 1,034,208 | | | | 150,240 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 147,288 | | | | 28,098 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 588,948 | | | | 95,928 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 440,960 | | | | 70,130 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 293,916 | | | | 45,546 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,901 | | | | 23,001 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,844 | | | | 21,594 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 880,834 | | | | 85,030 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 439,191 | | | | 26,811 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 292,704 | | | | 17,952 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 1,609,773 | | | | 107,613 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,334 | | | | 8,814 | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 877,896 | | | | 60,948 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | 146,316 | | | $ | 4,206 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,713 | | | | 5,089 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,746 | | | | 5,091 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,506 | | | | 3,986 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,760 | | | | 1,703 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,599 | | | | 5,699 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,525 | | | | 4,325 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,778 | | | | 2,258 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 179,430 | | | | 7,705 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,829 | | | | 2,324 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,831 | | | | 1,028 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,822 | | | | 1,072 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,794 | | | | 1,909 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,756 | | | | 1,884 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,721 | | | | 3,096 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,452 | | | | 5,087 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,727 | | | | 4,896 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,730 | | | | 4,905 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,471 | | | | 5,421 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 119,485 | | | | 2,785 | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 59,706 | | | | 1,394 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 454,690 | | | | 69,890 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 227,050 | | | | 35,775 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,960 | | | | 31,660 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,939 | | | | 31,439 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 1,134,637 | | | | 108,452 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,895 | | | | 8,845 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,641 | | | | 14,891 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,638 | | | | 15,763 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 453,254 | | | | 25,614 | |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,568 | | | | 8,693 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 195 | | | | 17,943,656 | | | | 1,602,001 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 111 | | | | 10,202,981 | | | | 160,469 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 275,400 | | | | 4,413 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 1,009,800 | | | | 11,980 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,300 | | | | (325 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 159 | | | | 14,561,419 | | | | 195,589 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 460,969 | | | | 46,803 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 184,288 | | | | 17,488 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 460,594 | | | | 47,919 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 92,044 | | | | 6,451 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,888 | | | | 9,676 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,883 | | | | 5,768 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 367,757 | | | | 16,282 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,934 | | | | 3,003 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,933 | | | | 3,783 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 459,650 | | | | 13,632 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,928 | | | | 3,190 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,927 | | | | 2,839 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,849 | | | | 4,736 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,920 | | | | 2,108 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | 91,919 | | | $ | 963 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,710 | | | | 3,113 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,834 | | | | 1,543 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 183,625 | | | | 2,467 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,811 | | | | 1,543 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 734,478 | | | | 13,751 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,805 | | | | 1,486 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,802 | | | | 1,564 | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,656 | | | | 306 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 969,375 | | | | 91,275 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 183 | | | | 15,641,925 | | | | 1,126,749 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 34 | | | | 2,822,000 | | | | 194,725 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 162,200 | | | | 14,375 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 159,100 | | | | 7,550 | |
Micro E-mini Dow Jones Industrial Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 33,840 | | | | (1,823 | ) |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 90,401 | | | | 11,843 | |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | May-22 | | | | 39 | | | | 689,822 | | | | 26,363 | |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | Sep-22 | | | | 13 | | | | 211,538 | | | | 3,784 | |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | Dec-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 71,757 | | | | 1,219 | |
MSCI EAFE Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 24 | | | | 2,591,760 | | | | (54,065 | ) |
MSCI Singapore Exchange ETS | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 146,670 | | | | (992 | ) |
MXN Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,785 | | | | 43,402,274 | | | | 97,275 | |
Nasdaq 100 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 34 | | | | 9,675,040 | | | | (496,809 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 134 | | | | 5,898,680 | | | | 2,420 | |
Natural Gas Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 63 | | | | 2,784,600 | | | | (29,380 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 223,050 | | | | (7,430 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Oct-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 181,120 | | | | 19,940 | |
Natural Gas Futures ICE | | | Apr-22 | | | | 10 | | | | 956,951 | | | | (169,674 | ) |
Nikkei 225 (Singapore Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 21 | | | | 2,424,868 | | | | 15,271 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 167 | | | | 20,560,138 | | | | 1,763,781 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 34 | | | | 4,064,945 | | | | 311,489 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 233,327 | | | | 23,415 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 229,261 | | | | 9,450 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 995,123 | | | | 137,479 | |
OAT Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 32,050 | | | | (2,650 | ) |
OMX Stockholm 30 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 68 | | | | 1,531,448 | | | | 26,301 | |
Orange Juice Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 149,048 | | | | 6,023 | |
Palladium Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 751,380 | | | | 3,680 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 663,544 | | | | 4,269 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 24 | | | | 3,151,965 | | | | 36,066 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 993,922 | | | | 12,737 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 283,890 | | | | (60 | ) |
Platinum Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 17 | | | | 882,895 | | | | (39,070 | ) |
Rapeseed Euro | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 296,487 | | | | 11,801 | |
Rapeseed Euro | | | Aug-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 261,658 | | | | 32,741 | |
Red Wheat Futures (Minneapolis Grain Exchange) | | | May-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 397,600 | | | | 1,488 | |
Red Wheat Futures (Minneapolis Grain Exchange) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 197,350 | | | | 2,213 | |
Rough Rice Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 14 | | | | 439,180 | | | | 10,020 | |
Rubber TSR20 Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 8,980 | | | | 145 | |
Russell 2000 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 23 | | | | 2,351,175 | | | | 116,255 | |
S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 246 | | | | 53,726,399 | | | | 1,095,359 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
S&P/TSX 60 IX Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 55 | | | $ | 11,068,560 | | | $ | 49,972 | |
SGX Iron Ore 62% Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 154,594 | | | | (8,966 | ) |
SGX Iron Ore 62% Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 22 | | | | 312,246 | | | | 746 | |
SGX Iron Ore 62% Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 17 | | | | 240,907 | | | | 2,567 | |
SGX Iron Ore 62% Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 98,840 | | | | 1,315 | |
SGX Nifty 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 55 | | | | 1,845,800 | | | | (18,086 | ) |
Silver Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 100 | | | | 12,183,000 | | | | (15,027 | ) |
Silver Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 122,090 | | | | 365 | |
Soybean Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 356 | | | | 29,134,149 | | | | 636,052 | |
Soybean Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 158 | | | | 12,770,350 | | | | 1,443,737 | |
Soybean Futures | | | Nov-22 | | | | 10 | | | | 717,875 | | | | 15,625 | |
Soybean Meal Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 173 | | | | 7,720,990 | | | | (1,900 | ) |
Soybean Meal Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 28 | | | | 1,239,000 | | | | (25,300 | ) |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 165 | | | | 7,179,480 | | | | 538,938 | |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 27 | | | | 1,146,798 | | | | 32,640 | |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 21 | | | | 812,196 | | | | 75,468 | |
SPI 200 Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 44 | | | | 5,610,892 | | | | (60,065 | ) |
STOXX Dividend Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 27,000 | | | | (135 | ) |
STOXX Europe 600 Banks Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 7,882 | | | | 62 | |
STOXX Europe 600 Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 52 | | | | 1,315,946 | | | | (16,908 | ) |
STOXX Europe 600 Utilities Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 22,543 | | | | 762 | |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | May-22 | | | | 32 | | | | 634,368 | | | | (24,147 | ) |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 98,056 | | | | (2,531 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 669 | | | | 85,255,687 | | | | 348,022 | |
U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 531 | | | | 62,807,343 | | | | 159,129 | |
U.S. Treasury Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 209 | | | | 32,747,687 | | | | 219,358 | |
U.S. Treasury Ultra 10-Year Notes | | | Jun-22 | | | | 95 | | | | 13,426,172 | | | | 51,314 | |
U.S. Treasury Ultra Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 36 | | | | 6,693,750 | | | | 104,662 | |
USD/BRL Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 76,800 | | | | (75 | ) |
USD/NOK Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 32 | | | | 3,202,904 | | | | (49,857 | ) |
USD/SEK Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 35 | | | | 3,496,120 | | | | 82,834 | |
USD/TRY Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 14 | | | | 207,521 | | | | 86 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | May-22 | | | | 250 | | | | 11,675,000 | | | | 1,144,712 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 194 | | | | 8,894,900 | | | | 634,087 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Sep-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 180,950 | | | | 3,800 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Dec-22 | | | | 13 | | | | 584,675 | | | | 56,688 | |
White Sugar ICE | | | May-22 | | | | 23 | | | | 570,400 | | | | 6,020 | |
White Sugar ICE | | | Aug-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 72,495 | | | | (255 | ) |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 329 | | | | 31,491,879 | | | | 1,955,664 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 40 | | | | 3,740,000 | | | | 273,600 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 53 | | | | 4,821,940 | | | | 133,820 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 443,600 | | | | 12,140 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 16 | | | | 1,315,840 | | | | 156,870 | |
WTI Crude Futures IPE | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 478,600 | | | | 14,870 | |
WTI Crude Futures IPE | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 93,500 | | | | 10,520 | |
WTI Crude Futures IPE | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 90,980 | | | | 3,230 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 49,089,202 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
1-Month SOFR Future | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | $ | (826,524 | ) | | $ | (2,125 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Sep-22 | | | | 531 | | | | (149,277,885 | ) | | | (215,925 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Dec-22 | | | | 70 | | | | (19,638,592 | ) | | | 42,860 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Mar-23 | | | | 132 | | | | (36,925,470 | ) | | | 45,635 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Jun-23 | | | | 743 | | | | (207,408,266 | ) | | | 978,195 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Sep-23 | | | | 87 | | | | (24,251,887 | ) | | | 124,922 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Dec-23 | | | | 87 | | | | (24,236,035 | ) | | | 123,366 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Mar-24 | | | | 80 | | | | (22,277,039 | ) | | | 109,322 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Jun-24 | | | | 97 | | | | (27,001,393 | ) | | | 75,965 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Sep-24 | | | | 63 | | | | (17,529,923 | ) | | | 82,258 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Dec-24 | | | | 56 | | | | (15,576,660 | ) | | | 69,728 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Mar-25 | | | | 35 | | | | (9,732,469 | ) | | | 35,474 | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Jun-25 | | | | 15 | | | | (4,170,007 | ) | | | (3,294 | ) |
3-Month SOFR Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 11 | | | | (2,717,550 | ) | | | 16,225 | |
3-Month SOFR Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (492,775 | ) | | | (1,000 | ) |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Sep-22 | | | | 238 | | | | (172,502,298 | ) | | | (27,784 | ) |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Dec-22 | | | | 26 | | | | (18,822,557 | ) | | | 6,233 | |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Mar-23 | | | | 29 | | | | (20,970,682 | ) | | | (7,648 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 549 | | | | (135,328,499 | ) | | | 161,863 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 293 | | | | (71,986,438 | ) | | | 210,688 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Mar-23 | | | | 233 | | | | (57,131,600 | ) | | | 188,800 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-23 | | | | 412 | | | | (100,847,299 | ) | | | 218,000 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-23 | | | | 163 | | | | (39,879,988 | ) | | | 210,388 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-23 | | | | 398 | | | | (97,365,724 | ) | | | 486,263 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Mar-24 | | | | 216 | | | | (52,874,100 | ) | | | 174,175 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-24 | | | | 241 | | | | (59,023,913 | ) | | | 110,500 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-24 | | | | 115 | | | | (28,172,125 | ) | | | 57,713 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-24 | | | | 330 | | | | (80,841,750 | ) | | | 164,638 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Mar-25 | | | | 64 | | | | (15,682,400 | ) | | | (8,825 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-25 | | | | 18 | | | | (4,411,125 | ) | | | (9,225 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-26 | | | | 6 | | | | (1,469,925 | ) | | | (3,150 | ) |
Amsterdam Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 12 | | | | (1,962,604 | ) | | | 52,724 | |
AUD/USD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,524 | | | | (110,695,739 | ) | | | (1,790,478 | ) |
Australian 10-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 767 | | | | (74,943,108 | ) | | | 952,075 | |
Australian 3-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,045 | | | | (85,701,975 | ) | | | 514,781 | |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (971,943 | ) | | | (1,410 | ) |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 27 | | | | (5,226,657 | ) | | | (5,079 | ) |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Mar-23 | | | | 10 | | | | (1,927,416 | ) | | | 4,024 | |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Sep-23 | | | | 94 | | | | (18,075,996 | ) | | | 33,047 | |
CAC40 10 Euro Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 24 | | | | (1,790,864 | ) | | | (4,793 | ) |
CAD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 746 | | | | (58,803,450 | ) | | | (98,061 | ) |
Canadian 10-Year Bond Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 429 | | | | (46,257,538 | ) | | | (177,602 | ) |
Canadian 5-Year Bond Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (95,582 | ) | | | (608 | ) |
Cattle Feeder Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (315,450 | ) | | | 6,975 | |
CHF Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 213 | | | | (29,053,200 | ) | | | (230,813 | ) |
Cocoa Futures ICE | | | Mar-22 | | | | 24 | | | | (528,661 | ) | | | 14,207 | |
Cocoa Futures ICE | | | May-22 | | | | 66 | | | | (1,496,318 | ) | | | 101,539 | |
Coffee ’C’ Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (86,831 | ) | | | 1,950 | |
Coffee Robusta Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (20,710 | ) | | | (20 | ) |
DAX Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 78 | | | | (31,685,915 | ) | | | 116,548 | |
DJIA Mini E-CBOT | | | Mar-22 | | | | 72 | | | | (12,182,400 | ) | | | 42,620 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
E-Mini Financial Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | (118,388 | ) | | $ | 1,688 | |
E-Mini Materials Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (87,980 | ) | | | 200 | |
E-Mini Technology Select Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (154,830 | ) | | | 210 | |
EUR Foreign Exchange Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2,898 | | | | (406,679,962 | ) | | | 2,914,387 | |
Euro BUXL 30-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 68 | | | | (15,079,766 | ) | | | 203,911 | |
Euro E-Mini Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (70,166 | ) | | | 1,378 | |
Euro STOXX 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 637 | | | | (28,048,112 | ) | | | 249,605 | |
Euro/GBP Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (140,330 | ) | | | 1,652 | |
Euro/JPY Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 56 | | | | (7,850,911 | ) | | | 50,613 | |
Euro-Bobl Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,809 | | | | (267,457,606 | ) | | | 1,453,783 | |
Euro-BTP Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 291 | | | | (46,055,042 | ) | | | 335,288 | |
Euro-Bund Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 985 | | | | (184,484,559 | ) | | | 892,238 | |
Euro-Oat Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 376 | | | | (66,729,397 | ) | | | 886,868 | |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,021 | | | | (128,205,985 | ) | | | (469,166 | ) |
FTSE 100 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 99 | | | | (9,873,704 | ) | | | (113,069 | ) |
FTSE China A50 Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 425 | | | | (6,263,225 | ) | | | 25,101 | |
FTSE/MIB Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (854,966 | ) | | | 2,175 | |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (246,330 | ) | | | (9,190 | ) |
GBP Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 433 | | | | (36,304,344 | ) | | | (162,845 | ) |
Hang Seng China Enterprises Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 154 | | | | (7,913,227 | ) | | | 211,278 | |
Hang Seng Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 417 | | | | (60,450,752 | ) | | | 1,223,581 | |
IBEX 35 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 12 | | | | (1,141,699 | ) | | | 14,670 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 114 | | | | (37,638,444 | ) | | | (32,498 | ) |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 32 | | | | (10,550,689 | ) | | | 51,849 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Mar-23 | | | | 37 | | | | (12,184,343 | ) | | | 68,736 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Jun-23 | | | | 41 | | | | (13,491,257 | ) | | | 80,507 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-23 | | | | 268 | | | | (88,159,786 | ) | | | 210,415 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Dec-23 | | | | 115 | | | | (37,839,401 | ) | | | 180,148 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Mar-24 | | | | 109 | | | | (35,896,244 | ) | | | 154,173 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Jun-24 | | | | 101 | | | | (33,292,143 | ) | | | 124,492 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-24 | | | | 200 | | | | (65,971,989 | ) | | | 31,173 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Dec-24 | | | | 26 | | | | (8,580,719 | ) | | | 30,083 | |
Ice Three Miont SONIA Index Futures | | | Mar-25 | | | | 16 | | | | (5,282,052 | ) | | | 12,878 | |
JPN 10-Year Bond (Osaka Securities Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 207 | | | | (270,982,472 | ) | | | 217,718 | |
JPY Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,693 | | | | (184,261,887 | ) | | | 762,962 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1,240 | | | | (104,593,999 | ) | | | (14,990,555 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 17 | | | | (1,436,075 | ) | | | (41,726 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 403 | | | | (33,907,413 | ) | | | (1,017,231 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (254,100 | ) | | | (40,316 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | (762,075 | ) | | | (98,733 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,531 | ) | | | (17,803 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | (758,756 | ) | | | (79,671 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (337,338 | ) | | | (40,821 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (337,467 | ) | | | (55,755 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,375 | ) | | | (9,729 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (168,775 | ) | | | (18,551 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (168,863 | ) | | | (18,384 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (422,344 | ) | | | (44,376 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (168,909 | ) | | | (17,345 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,457 | ) | | | (6,669 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,460 | ) | | | (7,222 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | (84,465 | ) | | $ | (8,115 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 13 | | | | (1,098,175 | ) | | | (42,044 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,419 | ) | | | (3,769 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,238 | ) | | | (3,775 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (589,773 | ) | | | (43,810 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (168,585 | ) | | | (6,510 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,222 | ) | | | 1,778 | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 422 | | | | (104,645,449 | ) | | | (2,618,148 | ) |
LME Copper Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 125 | | | | (30,870,313 | ) | | | 101,245 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (495,900 | ) | | | (20,075 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (495,938 | ) | | | (20,813 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (248,020 | ) | | | (11,033 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,975 | ) | | | (10,294 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (742,838 | ) | | | (14,753 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,613 | ) | | | 1,963 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (742,875 | ) | | | 5,850 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (495,307 | ) | | | (15,057 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,725 | ) | | | (4,459 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,725 | ) | | | (5,113 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (495,450 | ) | | | (8,748 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (494,775 | ) | | | (3,225 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (1,236,638 | ) | | | (43,400 | ) |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,305 | ) | | | 759 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (1,236,406 | ) | | | 3,913 | |
LME Copper Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,294 | ) | | | 94 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 194 | | | | (11,602,413 | ) | | | (876,245 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 13 | | | | (777,644 | ) | | | (61,554 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (238,975 | ) | | | (14,617 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 17 | | | | (1,013,944 | ) | | | (59,756 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 84 | | | | (12,398,904 | ) | | | (1,028,407 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (580,536 | ) | | | (33,651 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (147,966 | ) | | | (15,351 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (739,470 | ) | | | (87,648 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (295,764 | ) | | | (38,304 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (1,034,208 | ) | | | (206,298 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (147,288 | ) | | | (14,892 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (588,948 | ) | | | (55,896 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (440,960 | ) | | | (43,883 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (293,916 | ) | | | (29,019 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,901 | ) | | | (14,452 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,844 | ) | | | (14,394 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (880,834 | ) | | | (76,582 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (439,191 | ) | | | (29,295 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (292,704 | ) | | | (22,470 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (731,715 | ) | | | (40,305 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,334 | ) | | | (10,146 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (877,896 | ) | | | (62,106 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,713 | ) | | | (2,763 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,746 | ) | | | (4,346 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (119,506 | ) | | | (7,756 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,760 | ) | | | (2,075 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | $ | (119,599 | ) | | $ | (4,285 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (119,525 | ) | | | (5,260 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,778 | ) | | | (2,641 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (179,430 | ) | | | (4,911 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,829 | ) | | | (2,616 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,831 | ) | | | (1,856 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,822 | ) | | | (1,951 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,794 | ) | | | (3,955 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,756 | ) | | | (919 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (119,443 | ) | | | (7,936 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (119,452 | ) | | | (8,615 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,727 | ) | | | (4,277 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,730 | ) | | | (4,930 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,733 | ) | | | (4,971 | ) |
LME Palladium Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (59,706 | ) | | | (1,374 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (454,690 | ) | | | (48,240 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (227,050 | ) | | | (24,250 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,960 | ) | | | (24,410 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,939 | ) | | | (10,939 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (1,134,637 | ) | | | (173,237 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,895 | ) | | | (12,790 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,641 | ) | | | (12,945 | ) |
LME Silver Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,120 | ) | | | 2,380 | |
LME Tin Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,470 | ) | | | (5,970 | ) |
LME Tin Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,120 | ) | | | (3,370 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 195 | | | | (17,943,656 | ) | | | (726,445 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Apr-22 | | | | 94 | | | | (8,640,363 | ) | | | (360,663 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 119 | | | | (10,924,200 | ) | | | (149,715 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (274,988 | ) | | | (4,563 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 10 | | | | (915,813 | ) | | | (17,209 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (460,969 | ) | | | (58,994 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (184,288 | ) | | | (9,609 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (460,594 | ) | | | (9,565 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (92,044 | ) | | | (10,806 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (183,888 | ) | | | (7,775 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (183,883 | ) | | | (13,471 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (367,757 | ) | | | (7,996 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,934 | ) | | | (1,576 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,933 | ) | | | (1,588 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (459,650 | ) | | | (9,717 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,928 | ) | | | (1,633 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,927 | ) | | | (917 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (183,849 | ) | | | (6,808 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,920 | ) | | | (958 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,919 | ) | | | (1,219 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (183,710 | ) | | | (4,623 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,834 | ) | | | (1,696 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,813 | ) | | | (1,125 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,811 | ) | | | (536 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (183,620 | ) | | | (2,982 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,805 | ) | | | (1,130 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | (91,803 | ) | | $ | (2,065 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward - 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (275,403 | ) | | | (5,441 | ) |
Long Gilt Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1,194 | | | | (197,144,626 | ) | | | (919,706 | ) |
Micro E-mini S&P 500 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (21,840 | ) | | | (896 | ) |
Micro EUR/USD Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | (126,298 | ) | | | 983 | |
Milk Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (44,100 | ) | | | 740 | |
Mini FTSE/MIB Pound Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (170,993 | ) | | | 2,593 | |
Mini H-Shares Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (41,108 | ) | | | 769 | |
Mini HSI Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 27 | | | | (782,816 | ) | | | 13,674 | |
Mini TOPIX Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 18 | | | | (296,073 | ) | | | (6,169 | ) |
MSCI EAFE Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (107,990 | ) | | | 315 | |
MSCI Emerging Markets Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 99 | | | | (5,818,725 | ) | | | 118,680 | |
MSCI Singapore Exchange ETS | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (171,115 | ) | | | (148 | ) |
Nasdaq 100 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 46 | | | | (13,089,760 | ) | | | 209,225 | |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 84 | | | | (3,697,680 | ) | | | 94,928 | |
New Zealand 3-Month Bank Bill Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (397,353 | ) | | | 203 | |
New Zealand 3-Month Bank Bill Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 11 | | | | (724,685 | ) | | | 372 | |
Nikkei 225 (Chicago Mercantile Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 8 | | | | (1,066,000 | ) | | | (1,400 | ) |
Nikkei 225 (Osaka Securities Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 64 | | | | (14,785,717 | ) | | | 298,613 | |
Nikkei 225 (Singapore Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 234 | | | | (66,776,117 | ) | | | 419,093 | |
Nikkei 225 Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 62 | | | | (1,432,366 | ) | | | 51,385 | |
Nikkei/Yen Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 13 | | | | (1,506,763 | ) | | | (52,429 | ) |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 51 | | | | (6,278,845 | ) | | | (325,655 | ) |
NYSE FANG+ Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (31,617 | ) | | | 3,700 | |
NZD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 426 | | | | (28,810,380 | ) | | | (145,164 | ) |
OMX Stockholm 30 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 67 | | | | (1,508,926 | ) | | | 28,718 | |
Orange Juice Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (21,293 | ) | | | (900 | ) |
Platinum Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 57 | | | | (2,960,295 | ) | | | (177,275 | ) |
Russell 2000 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 151 | | | | (15,435,975 | ) | | | 235,365 | |
S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 58 | | | | (12,667,200 | ) | | | (160,788 | ) |
S&P Mid 400 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (1,329,000 | ) | | | (52,050 | ) |
S&P/TSX 60 IX Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | (2,213,712 | ) | | | 18,067 | |
SGX Nifty 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 38 | | | | (1,275,280 | ) | | | (15,790 | ) |
Short BTP Future | | | Mar-22 | | | | 147 | | | | (18,569,080 | ) | | | (110,432 | ) |
Silver Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 40 | | | | (4,873,200 | ) | | | (7,100 | ) |
SPI 200 Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 65 | | | | (8,288,817 | ) | | | (137,979 | ) |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | May-22 | | | | 766 | | | | (15,185,184 | ) | | | (55,568 | ) |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 14 | | | | (274,557 | ) | | | 1,680 | |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | Oct-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (19,712 | ) | | | 78 | |
Topix Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 68 | | | | (11,184,969 | ) | | | 109,251 | |
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1,016 | | | | (129,476,499 | ) | | | (1,052,249 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 520 | | | | (111,917,811 | ) | | | (332,773 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1,820 | | | | (215,271,874 | ) | | | (1,060,624 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 320 | | | | (50,140,000 | ) | | | (653,250 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Ultra 10-Year Notes | | | Jun-22 | | | | 69 | | | | (9,751,641 | ) | | | (116,469 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Ultra Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 61 | | | | (11,342,188 | ) | | | (77,586 | ) |
USD/CNH Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (300,033 | ) | | | 2,734 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 81 | | | | (7,753,320 | ) | | | (128,260 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (15,346,371 | ) |
Total Futures Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 33,742,831 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Forward foreign currency contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Currency Purchased | | Currency Sold | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
AUD | | | 1,400,000 | | | JPY | | | 116,446,286 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | $ | 3,927.00 | |
AUD | | | 12,309,866 | | | EUR | | | 7,750,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 249,958 | |
AUD | | | 10,800,000 | | | JPY | | | 883,155,008 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 161,831 | |
AUD | | | 29,400,000 | | | NZD | | | 31,482,981 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 53,868 | |
AUD | | | 600,000 | | | USD | | | 428,951 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 6,843 | |
AUD | | | 48,403,000 | | | USD | | | 34,658,257 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 506,981 | |
AUD | | | 13,524,000 | | | USD | | | 9,638,540 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 191,575 | |
BRL | | | 25,249,098 | | | USD | | | 4,804,870 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 92,583 | |
BRL | | | 56,657,659 | | | USD | | | 10,450,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 499,205 | |
BRL | | | 18,204,787 | | | USD | | | 3,500,000 | | | | | Apr 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,031 | ) |
CAD | | | 36,267,536 | | | USD | | | 28,559,701 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 53,833 | |
CAD | | | 36,267,536 | | | USD | | | 28,568,812 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 44,815 | |
CAD | | | 18,974,214 | | | AUD | | | 21,000,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (282,802 | ) |
CAD | | | 15,477,638 | | | EUR | | | 10,625,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 296,254 | |
CAD | | | 7,600,000 | | | JPY | | | 687,056,188 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 19,512 | |
CAD | | | 11,500,000 | | | USD | | | 9,070,860 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,237 | |
CAD | | | 32,825,000 | | | USD | | | 25,867,036 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 32,536 | |
CAD | | | 114,846,000 | | | USD | | | 90,179,952 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 441,649 | |
CHF | | | 1,807,295 | | | USD | | | 1,951,988 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 18,752 | |
CHF | | | 1,027,656 | | | USD | | | 1,120,305 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 332 | |
CHF | | | 16,537,030 | | | EUR | | | 15,625,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 512,544 | |
CHF | | | 9,500,000 | | | JPY | | | 1,182,207,360 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 76,476 | |
CHF | | | 375,000 | | | USD | | | 405,488 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 3,474 | |
CHF | | | 40,781,000 | | | USD | | | 44,423,372 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 82,726 | |
CHF | | | 292,000 | | | USD | | | 318,882 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 239 | |
CLP | | | 163,321,594 | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 4,309 | |
CLP | | | 162,620,000 | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 3,407 | |
CLP | | | 662,872,000 | | | USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 29,031 | |
CLP | | | 641,886,848 | | | USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,191 | |
CLP | | | 242,798,568 | | | USD | | | 300,000 | | | | | Mar 14 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 3,277 | |
CLP | | | 241,281,000 | | | USD | | | 300,000 | | | | | Mar 15 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,342 | |
CLP | | | 6,526,091,522 | | | USD | | | 7,850,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 299,545 | |
CLP | | | 638,744,000 | | | USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,464 | ) |
CLP | | | 865,462,366 | | | USD | | | 1,100,000 | | | | | Mar 25 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (20,506 | ) |
CLP | | | 78,903,000 | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,663 | ) |
CNH | | | 1,500,000 | | | USD | | | 237,581 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (132 | ) |
CNH | | | 1,500,000 | | | USD | | | 237,644 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (206 | ) |
CNH | | | 163,099,904 | | | USD | | | 25,600,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 214,649 | |
CNH | | | 274,048,817 | | | USD | | | 42,824,722 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 508,858 | |
COP | | | 19,984,770,575 | | | USD | | | 5,000,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 67,238 | |
CZK | | | 194,220,166 | | | EUR | | | 7,650,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 56,844 | |
EUR | | | 400,000 | | | GBP | | | 336,098 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,364 | ) |
EUR | | | 99,719 | | | NOK | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,618 | ) |
EUR | | | 322,674 | | | PLN | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 4,525 | |
EUR | | | 187,968 | | | SEK | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (382 | ) |
EUR | | | 19,773,691 | | | USD | | | 22,265,352 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (93,241 | ) |
EUR | | | 402,172 | | | NOK | | | 4,000,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,758 | ) |
EUR | | | 426,983 | | | PLN | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,442 | |
EUR | | | 188,625 | | | SEK | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 357 | |
EUR | | | 18,237,703 | | | USD | | | 20,444,465 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 6,107 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | Currency Sold | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
EUR | | | 500,000 | | | GBP | | | 417,863 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | $ | 128 | |
EUR | | | 300,000 | | | HUF | | | 110,452,506 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 3,595 | |
EUR | | | 6,600,000 | | | JPY | | | 868,766,382 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (155,942 | ) |
EUR | | | 1,400,000 | | | PLN | | | 6,384,734 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 49,525 | |
EUR | | | 10,625,000 | | | SEK | | | 111,231,861 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 170,989 | |
EUR | | | 1,625,000 | | | USD | | | 1,850,524 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (28,221 | ) |
EUR | | | 5,000,000 | | | CZK | | | 123,800,462 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 102,574 | |
EUR | | | 5,600,000 | | | HUF | | | 2,064,769,932 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 69,392 | |
EUR | | | 18,487,189 | | | NOK | | | 187,121,214 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (508,836 | ) |
EUR | | | 18,998,999 | | | PLN | | | 88,202,728 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 332,756 | |
EUR | | | 30,265,374 | | | SEK | | | 314,740,741 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 715,466 | |
EUR | | | 49,365,000 | | | USD | | | 55,902,104 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (507,794 | ) |
EUR | | | 2,546,000 | | | USD | | | 2,838,728 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 21,881 | |
GBP | | | 334,569 | | | EUR | | | 400,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 312 | |
GBP | | | 5,000,000 | | | JPY | | | 771,941,157 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (7,105 | ) |
GBP | | | 44,603,873 | | | USD | | | 59,737,711 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 99,125 | |
GBP | | | 83,584 | | | EUR | | | 100,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (4 | ) |
GBP | | | 5,375,000 | | | JPY | | | 828,098,144 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 7,413 | |
GBP | | | 27,327,406 | | | USD | | | 36,651,517 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 8,897 | |
GBP | | | 27,327,406 | | | USD | | | 36,643,865 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 16,795 | |
GBP | | | 9,500,000 | | | AUD | | | 18,114,790 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (412,532 | ) |
GBP | | | 2,125,000 | | | CHF | | | 2,660,932 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (51,137 | ) |
GBP | | | 14,116,756 | | | EUR | | | 16,700,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 210,572 | |
GBP | | | 5,125,000 | | | JPY | | | 798,350,326 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (69,345 | ) |
GBP | | | 4,875,000 | | | USD | | | 6,543,964 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (3,939 | ) |
GBP | | | 42,603,000 | | | USD | | | 57,662,750 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (500,667 | ) |
GBP | | | 100,067,000 | | | USD | | | 135,296,317 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,027,457 | ) |
HUF | | | 142,860,284 | | | EUR | | | 400,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (18,081 | ) |
HUF | | | 2,696,265,236 | | | EUR | | | 7,500,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (300,748 | ) |
IDR | | | 21,685,691,000 | | | USD | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 6,109 | |
ILS | | | 14,081,601 | | | USD | | | 4,400,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (13,678 | ) |
ILS | | | 11,578,324 | | | USD | | | 3,700,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (92,211 | ) |
INR | | | 1,741,637,477 | | | USD | | | 23,249,966 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (142,461 | ) |
INR | | | 1,753,931,600 | | | USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 52,776 | |
INR | | | 1,249,215,788 | | | USD | | | 16,550,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (93 | ) |
INR | | | 1,741,554,400 | | | USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (130,165 | ) |
INR | | | 422,511,230 | | | USD | | | 5,600,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (12,416 | ) |
INR | | | 431,825,718 | | | USD | | | 5,700,000 | | | | | Apr 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 7,419 | |
JPY | | | 115,861,802 | | | AUD | | | 1,400,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (9,011 | ) |
JPY | | | 1,976,520,260 | | | EUR | | | 15,256,814 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 85,287 | |
JPY | | | 774,991,309 | | | GBP | | | 5,000,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 33,637 | |
JPY | | | 46,697,165 | | | NZD | | | 600,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 240 | |
JPY | | | 4,020,076,130 | | | USD | | | 34,787,975 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 180,438 | |
JPY | | | 18,125,649 | | | CAD | | | 200,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 61 | |
JPY | | | 2,982,576,130 | | | USD | | | 25,942,212 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,999 | |
JPY | | | 166,095,876 | | | AUD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (7,798 | ) |
JPY | | | 17,998,952 | | | CAD | | | 200,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,222 | ) |
JPY | | | 791,485,809 | | | GBP | | | 5,125,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 9,632 | |
JPY | | | 61,907,414 | | | NZD | | | 800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,720 | ) |
JPY | | | 1,037,500,000 | | | USD | | | 8,978,248 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 46,844 | |
JPY | | | 13,906,920,000 | | | USD | | | 121,259,817 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (242,023 | ) |
JPY | | | 13,154,000,000 | | | USD | | | 114,356,965 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 194,808 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | Currency Sold | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
KRW | | | 22,031,439,000 | | | USD | | | 18,379,444 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | $ | (57,624 | ) |
KRW | | | 239,796,000 | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (587 | ) |
KRW | | | 22,192,600,000 | | | USD | | | 18,500,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (47,551 | ) |
KRW | | | 9,724,163,833 | | | USD | | | 8,150,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (65,488 | ) |
KRW | | | 22,089,555,000 | | | USD | | | 18,500,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (135,414 | ) |
KRW | | | 477,417,800 | | | USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (3,178 | ) |
MXN | | | 82,500,000 | | | USD | | | 4,041,191 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (13,724 | ) |
MXN | | | 266,500,000 | | | USD | | | 12,949,511 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 54,078 | |
MXN | | | 140,027,000 | | | USD | | | 6,692,470 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 122,289 | |
MXN | | | 779,730,000 | | | USD | | | 37,730,650 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (16,031 | ) |
NOK | | | 1,000,000 | | | EUR | | | 99,775 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,555 | |
NOK | | | 4,000,000 | | | EUR | | | 402,147 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,785 | |
NOK | | | 79,389,551 | | | EUR | | | 7,875,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 174,060 | |
NOK | | | 108,000,000 | | | SEK | | | 112,184,395 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 405,887 | |
NOK | | | 15,182,698 | | | USD | | | 1,700,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 22,186 | |
NOK | | | 280,307,806 | | | EUR | | | 27,705,166 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 706,754 | |
NZD | | | 600,000 | | | JPY | | | 46,510,849 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,381 | |
NZD | | | 400,000 | | | JPY | | | 30,894,847 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,890 | |
NZD | | | 12,600,000 | | | JPY | | | 963,113,420 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 146,611 | |
NZD | | | 2,358,000 | | | USD | | | 1,585,043 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 10,014 | |
NZD | | | 132,263,000 | | | USD | | | 88,553,287 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 871,952 | |
PHP | | | 15,295,205 | | | USD | | | 300,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,853 | ) |
PHP | | | 20,580,800 | | | USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 945 | |
PLN | | | 1,500,000 | | | EUR | | | 322,536 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (4,371 | ) |
PLN | | | 5,478,932 | | | USD | | | 1,300,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 5,035 | |
PLN | | | 4,343,637 | | | EUR | | | 927,299 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (5,271 | ) |
PLN | | | 2,293,717 | | | EUR | | | 500,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (14,483 | ) |
PLN | | | 10,339,534 | | | USD | | | 2,600,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (137,745 | ) |
PLN | | | 105,953,611 | | | EUR | | | 23,152,666 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (770,107 | ) |
PLN | | | 15,140,000 | | | USD | | | 3,761,517 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (169,221 | ) |
RUB | | | 474,962,000 | | | USD | | | 5,800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,415,753 | ) |
RUB | | | 1,046,452,599 | | | USD | | | 13,826,966 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (4,277,853 | ) |
RUB | | | 37,986,618 | | | USD | | | 500,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (158,529 | ) |
SEK | | | 2,000,000 | | | EUR | | | 188,073 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 265 | |
SEK | | | 2,000,000 | | | EUR | | | 188,525 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (246 | ) |
SEK | | | 3,731,555 | | | NOK | | | 3,500,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (3,044 | ) |
SEK | | | 23,327,638 | | | USD | | | 2,500,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (37,024 | ) |
SEK | | | 88,732,265 | | | EUR | | | 8,561,691 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (234,495 | ) |
SEK | | | 19,980,000 | | | USD | | | 2,133,727 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (21,498 | ) |
SGD | | | 14,397,062 | | | USD | | | 10,649,491 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (29,947 | ) |
SGD | | | 44,273,050 | | | USD | | | 32,800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (144,368 | ) |
SGD | | | 10,672,751 | | | USD | | | 7,900,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (28,277 | ) |
THB | | | 221,481,476 | | | USD | | | 6,700,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 78,502 | |
TRY | | | 35,929,845 | | | USD | | | 2,602,046 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (12,848 | ) |
TRY | | | 46,193,757 | | | USD | | | 3,300,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (41,177 | ) |
TRY | | | 1,500,000 | | | USD | | | 100,193 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 4,464 | |
TRY | | | 106,063,180 | | | USD | | | 7,432,753 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (374,275 | ) |
TWD | | | 177,884,800 | | | USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (54,834 | ) |
TWD | | | 113,981,984 | | | USD | | | 4,150,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (84,223 | ) |
TWD | | | 178,145,920 | | | USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (45,465 | ) |
TWD | | | 177,975,040 | | | USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (51,505 | ) |
TWD | | | 27,814,000 | | | USD | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (7,837 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | Currency Sold | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
TWD | | | 123,021,300 | | | USD | | | 4,400,000 | | | | | Apr 06 2022 | | | | BOA | | | $ | (11,382 | ) |
USD | | | 8,305,051 | | | AUD | | | 11,700,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (192,933 | ) |
USD | | | 41,417,235 | | | AUD | | | 58,015,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (731,212 | ) |
USD | | | 10,866,765 | | | AUD | | | 15,242,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (212,102 | ) |
USD | | | 4,907,980 | | | BRL | | | 25,249,098 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 10,527 | |
USD | | | 3,200,000 | | | BRL | | | 18,595,838 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (393,682 | ) |
USD | | | 28,568,362 | | | CAD | | | 36,267,536 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (45,172 | ) |
USD | | | 10,885,995 | | | CAD | | | 13,800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,722 | ) |
USD | | | 43,490,080 | | | CAD | | | 55,241,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (96,159 | ) |
USD | | | 77,006,535 | | | CAD | | | 98,811,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (962,319 | ) |
USD | | | 1,953,260 | | | CHF | | | 1,807,295 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (17,480 | ) |
USD | | | 1,110,535 | | | CHF | | | 1,027,656 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (10,102 | ) |
USD | | | 1,120,348 | | | CHF | | | 1,027,656 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (333 | ) |
USD | | | 1,891,404 | | | CHF | | | 1,750,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (17,084 | ) |
USD | | | 28,393,622 | | | CHF | | | 26,131,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (124,287 | ) |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | CLP | | | 162,730,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (3,568 | ) |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | CLP | | | 160,632,288 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (921 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | CLP | | | 651,098,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (14,306 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | CLP | | | 664,008,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (29,836 | ) |
USD | | | 300,000 | | | CLP | | | 241,215,432 | | | | | Mar 14 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,299 | ) |
USD | | | 300,000 | | | CLP | | | 242,314,996 | | | | | Mar 15 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,633 | ) |
USD | | | 8,550,000 | | | CLP | | | 7,263,649,467 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (520,580 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | CLP | | | 642,760,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,551 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | CLP | | | 639,856,000 | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,802 | |
USD | | | 300,000 | | | CLP | | | 238,662,432 | | | | | Mar 25 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,315 | |
USD | | | 237,542 | | | CNH | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 92 | |
USD | | | 237,684 | | | CNH | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 247 | |
USD | | | 12,484,642 | | | CNH | | | 79,823,623 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (137,355 | ) |
USD | | | 6,600,000 | | | COP | | | 26,338,179,050 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (78,176 | ) |
USD | | | 5,063,383 | | | EUR | | | 4,520,016 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (4,881 | ) |
USD | | | 20,548,576 | | | EUR | | | 18,237,680 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 98,031 | |
USD | | | 20,444,804 | | | EUR | | | 18,237,680 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (6,495 | ) |
USD | | | 15,593,795 | | | EUR | | | 13,625,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 314,482 | |
USD | | | 97,366,733 | | | EUR | | | 86,005,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 857,312 | |
USD | | | 8,651,949 | | | EUR | | | 7,639,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 68,999 | |
USD | | | 59,772,931 | | | GBP | | | 44,602,344 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (61,853 | ) |
USD | | | 36,643,319 | | | GBP | | | 27,327,406 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (17,096 | ) |
USD | | | 6,278,643 | | | GBP | | | 4,687,500 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (9,843 | ) |
USD | | | 52,934,065 | | | GBP | | | 39,950,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (668,386 | ) |
USD | | | 123,113,271 | | | GBP | | | 91,631,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 163,749 | |
USD | | | 9,700,000 | | | HUF | | | 3,007,470,450 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 637,492 | |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | IDR | | | 2,885,774,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (422 | ) |
USD | | | 1,600,000 | | | ILS | | | 5,230,855 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (29,375 | ) |
USD | | | 3,600,000 | | | ILS | | | 11,379,331 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 54,217 | |
USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | INR | | | 1,741,637,477 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 92,494 | |
USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | INR | | | 1,739,744,800 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 135,306 | |
USD | | | 11,800,000 | | | INR | | | 896,425,154 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (76,053 | ) |
USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | INR | | | 1,756,019,600 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (61,451 | ) |
USD | | | 23,200,000 | | | INR | | | 1,743,723,600 | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 120,272 | |
USD | | | 1,300,000 | | | INR | | | 98,324,893 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (317 | ) |
USD | | | 51,925,672 | | | JPY | | | 5,999,248,369 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (258,463 | ) |
USD | | | 38,212,468 | | | JPY | | | 4,407,576,130 | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (127,236 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | Currency Sold | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 25,941,987 | | | JPY | | | 2,982,576,130 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | $ | (2,660 | ) |
USD | | | 9,013,595 | | | JPY | | | 1,037,500,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (11,497 | ) |
USD | | | 145,800,030 | | | JPY | | | 16,629,674,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,088,875 | |
USD | | | 120,609,660 | | | JPY | | | 13,927,600,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (679,018 | ) |
USD | | | 18,300,000 | | | KRW | | | 22,031,439,000 | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (21,820 | ) |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | KRW | | | 241,568,023 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (887 | ) |
USD | | | 18,500,000 | | | KRW | | | 22,182,843,000 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 55,664 | |
USD | | | 18,450,000 | | | KRW | | | 21,952,425,291 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 199,109 | |
USD | | | 18,500,000 | | | KRW | | | 22,198,150,000 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 45,131 | |
USD | | | 18,500,000 | | | KRW | | | 22,095,105,000 | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 132,984 | |
USD | | | 2,500,000 | | | KRW | | | 2,995,125,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 10,497 | |
USD | | | 4,051,339 | | | MXN | | | 82,500,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 23,872 | |
USD | | | 8,977,820 | | | MXN | | | 184,000,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (267 | ) |
USD | | | 2,732,259 | | | MXN | | | 56,590,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (21,833 | ) |
USD | | | 25,180,179 | | | MXN | | | 524,940,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (210,549 | ) |
USD | | | 2,300,000 | | | NOK | | | 20,254,669 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 2,496 | |
USD | | | 8,632,541 | | | NZD | | | 13,000,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (162,704 | ) |
USD | | | 17,389,355 | | | NZD | | | 25,801,000 | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (63,601 | ) |
USD | | | 95,208,993 | | | NZD | | | 144,195,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,283,673 | ) |
USD | | | 350,000 | | | PHP | | | 18,036,297 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (1,579 | ) |
USD | | | 1,319,551 | | | PLN | | | 5,478,932 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 14,517 | |
USD | | | 11,800,000 | | | PLN | | | 47,364,518 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 520,624 | |
USD | | | 3,776,313 | | | PLN | | | 15,140,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 184,018 | |
USD | | | 6,207,320 | | | RUB | | | 474,962,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,823,073 | |
USD | | | 13,450,000 | | | RUB | | | 1,046,452,599 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 3,900,888 | |
USD | | | 500,000 | | | RUB | | | 41,739,209 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 124,796 | |
USD | | | 11,200,000 | | | SEK | | | 102,476,338 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 380,353 | |
USD | | | 2,145,700 | | | SEK | | | 19,980,000 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 33,471 | |
USD | | | 10,600,000 | | | SGD | | | 14,397,062 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (19,544 | ) |
USD | | | 22,200,000 | | | SGD | | | 30,067,702 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 22,178 | |
USD | | | 7,950,000 | | | SGD | | | 10,855,264 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (56,336 | ) |
USD | | | 7,050,000 | | | THB | | | 237,122,405 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (207,197 | ) |
USD | | | 2,600,000 | | | TRY | | | 35,929,845 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 10,801 | |
USD | | | 3,300,000 | | | TRY | | | 46,755,268 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,564 | |
USD | | | 416,573 | | | TRY | | | 6,000,000 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (2,057 | ) |
USD | | | 7,963,502 | | | TRY | | | 119,790,360 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (8,517 | ) |
USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | TWD | | | 178,293,120 | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 40,269 | |
USD | | | 11,000,000 | | | TWD | | | 304,387,740 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 142,382 | |
USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | TWD | | | 178,128,640 | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 46,081 | |
USD | | | 300,000 | | | TWD | | | 8,367,000 | | | | | Mar 31 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 1,538 | |
USD | | | 6,400,000 | | | TWD | | | 179,414,732 | | | | | Apr 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (35 | ) |
USD | | | 65,330 | | | ZAR | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 303 | |
USD | | | 3,735,443 | | | ZAR | | | 60,229,949 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (173,253 | ) |
ZAR | | | 1,000,000 | | | USD | | | 65,335 | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (308 | ) |
ZAR | | | 42,798,111 | | | USD | | | 2,800,000 | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (17,970 | ) |
ZAR | | | 86,381,802 | | | USD | | | 5,575,845 | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | 30,007 | |
ZAR | | | 10,000 | | | USD | | | 659 | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | BOA | | | | (13 | ) |
Total Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | $ | (1,006,579 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
AUD | Australian Dollar | | JSE | Johannesburg Stock Exchange |
BOA | Bank of America | | KRW | Korean Won |
BRL | Brazilian Real | | LME | London Mercantile Exchange |
BUXL | German Bond | | MIB | Milano Indice di Borsa |
CAD | Canadian Dollar | | MXN | Mexican Peso |
CHF | Swiss Franc | | NOK | Norwegian Krone |
CLP | Chilean Peso | | NZD | New Zealand Dollar |
CNH | Chinese Yuan Renminbi | | OMX | Stockholm Stock Exchange |
COP | Colombian Peso | | PHP | Philippine Peso |
CZK | Czech Koruna | | PLN | Polish Zloty |
DAX | German Stock Exchange | | RBOB | Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending |
DJIA | Dow Jones Industrial Average | | RUB | Russian Ruble |
EUR | Euro | | SEK | Swedish Krona |
FTSE | Financial Times Stock Exchange | | SGD | Singapore Dollar |
GBP | British Pound | | THB | Thai Baht |
HUF | Hungarian Forint | | TRY | Turkish Lira |
IBEX | Index of the Bolsa de Madrid | | TSX | Toronto Stock Exchange |
ICE | Intercontinental Exchange | | TWD | Taiwan Dollar |
ILS | Israeli New Shekel | | USD | United States Dollar |
INR | Indian Rupee | | WTI | West Texas Intermediate |
JPY | Japanese Yen | | ZAR | South African Rand |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Statement of Assets And Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $1,512,682,212) | | $ | 1,512,147,616 | |
Deposits with broker for forward foreign currency contracts | | | 12,717,805 | |
Deposits with broker for futures contracts | | | 150,825,545 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 9,482,901 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 20,988,423 | |
Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 72,148,203 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 116,553 | |
Total assets | | | 1,778,427,046 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Due to broker | | | 5,159,528 | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 2,195,784 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 994,135 | |
Administration and accounting services fees | | | 99,087 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 21,995,002 | |
Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 38,405,372 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 20,082 | |
Distribution Fees Payable | | | 31,859 | |
Total liabilities | | | 68,900,849 | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,709,526,197 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 143,911 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 1,823,711,359 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (114,329,073 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 1,709,526,197 | |
| | | | |
CLASS A SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 35,887,900 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 3,051,422 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 11.76 | |
Maximum offering price per share (100/94.25 of $11.76) | | $ | 12.48 | |
| | | | |
CLASS I SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,667,555,732 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 300,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 140,327,044 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 11.88 | |
| | | | |
CLASS C SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 6,082,565 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 532,393 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 11.42 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Statement of Operations
For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 10,192 | |
Total investment income | | | 10,192 | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 12,902,854 | |
Administration and accounting services fees (Note 2) | | | 217,746 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 79,511 | |
Legal fees | | | 74,648 | |
Directors fees | | | 57,639 | |
Officers fees | | | 55,922 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 48,863 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 39,106 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 30,266 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 28,593 | |
Distribution fees (Class A Shares) (Note 2) | | | 27,042 | |
Distribution fees (Class C Shares) (Note 2) | | | 21,234 | |
Other expenses | | | 40,586 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 13,624,010 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements (Note 2) | | | (520,014 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 13,103,996 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (13,093,804 | ) |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | |
Investments | | | (25,743 | ) |
Futures contracts | | | 19,038,483 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | (107,744 | ) |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | (588,025 | ) |
Written options | | | (598,100 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | |
Investments | | | 151,997 | |
Futures contracts | | | 17,414,491 | |
Foreign currency translations | | | 1,426 | |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | 3,248,734 | |
Written options | | | (290,787 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 38,244,732 | |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | 25,150,928 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (13,093,804 | ) | | $ | (18,106,716 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments, futures contracts, foreign currency transactions, forward foreign currency contracts and written options | | | 17,718,871 | | | | 86,022,119 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments, futures contracts, foreign currency translations, forward foreign currency contracts and written options | | | 20,525,861 | | | | 515,678 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 25,150,928 | | | | 68,431,081 | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (54,275,724 | ) | | | (13,983,998 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (54,275,724 | ) | | | (13,983,998 | ) |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 19,644,245 | | | | 12,728,012 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 594,933 | | | | 162,829 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (5,475,393 | ) | | | (6,757,552 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 14,763,785 | | | | 6,133,289 | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 719,798,687 | | | | 441,183,123 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 35,649,949 | | | | 7,562,347 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (191,835,928 | ) | | | (253,394,878 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | 563,612,708 | | | | 195,350,592 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 933,328 | | | | 1,494,157 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 147,425 | | | | 48,938 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (438,792 | ) | | | (1,457,804 | ) |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 641,961 | | | | 85,291 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 579,018,454 | | | | 201,569,172 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 549,893,658 | | | | 256,016,255 | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 1,159,632,539 | | | | 903,616,284 | |
End of period | | $ | 1,709,526,197 | | | $ | 1,159,632,539 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded)
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,671,419 | | | | 1,071,456 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 51,509 | | | | 14,551 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (461,851 | ) | | | (578,862 | ) |
Total Class A Shares | | | 1,261,077 | | | | 507,145 | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 59,649,192 | | | | 37,193,765 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 3,054,837 | | | | 669,827 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (16,217,680 | ) | | | (21,694,016 | ) |
Total Class I Shares | | | 46,486,349 | | | | 16,169,576 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 81,713 | | | | 132,823 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 13,116 | | | | 4,481 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (38,699 | ) | | | (130,069 | ) |
Total Class C Shares | | | 56,130 | | | | 7,235 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 47,803,556 | | | | 16,683,956 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class A Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class A Shares | |
| | For the Sixth Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.95 | | | $ | 11.28 | | | $ | 12.45 | | | $ | 11.28 | | | $ | 11.15 | | | $ | 11.77 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 0.33 | | | | 1.07 | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | 1.18 | | | | 0.20 | | | | (0.44 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.83 | | | | (0.25 | ) | | | 1.17 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.62 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.64 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.13 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.40 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.76 | | | $ | 11.95 | | | $ | 11.28 | | | $ | 12.45 | | | $ | 11.28 | | | $ | 11.15 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | 1.80 | %(4) | | | 7.42 | % | | | (1.64 | )% | | | 10.37 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | (5.18 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 35,888 | | | $ | 21,395 | | | $ | 14,469 | | | $ | 12,434 | | | $ | 15,539 | | | $ | 15,401 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(3) | | | 2.04 | %(5) | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.14 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(3) | | | 2.04 | %(5) | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.14 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(3) | | | 2.11 | %(5) | | | 2.14 | % | | | 2.15 | % | | | 2.14 | % | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.28 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (2.04 | )%(5) | | | (2.03 | )% | | | (0.98 | )% | | | (0.05 | )% | | | (0.65 | )% | | | (1.60 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 0 | %(4) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each year reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect any applicable sales charge. |
(3) | Effective February 28, 2017, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.04% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. Prior to February 28, 2017, the contractual fee waiver limited total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.24% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | For the Sixth Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 12.07 | | | $ | 11.38 | | | $ | 12.55 | | | $ | 11.36 | | | $ | 11.20 | | | $ | 11.80 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 0.34 | | | | 1.08 | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | 1.19 | | | | 0.21 | | | | (0.45 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.87 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 1.21 | | | | 0.16 | | | | (0.60 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.66 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.13 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.94 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.88 | | | $ | 12.07 | | | $ | 11.38 | | | $ | 12.55 | | | $ | 11.36 | | | $ | 11.20 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | 2.01 | %(4) | | | 7.74 | % | | | (1.39 | )% | | | 10.63 | % | | | 1.34 | % | | | (5.00 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 1,667,556 | | | $ | 1,132,714 | | | $ | 883,997 | | | $ | 707,564 | | | $ | 913,437 | | | $ | 772,413 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(3) | | | 1.79 | %(5) | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.89 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(3) | | | 1.79 | %(5) | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.89 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(3) | | | 1.86 | %(5) | | | 1.89 | % | | | 1.90 | % | | | 1.89 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 2.03 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.79 | )%(5) | | | (1.78 | )% | | | (0.73 | )% | | | 0.20 | % | | | (0.40 | )% | | | (1.35 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 0 | %(4) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(3) | Effective February 28, 2017, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. Prior to February 28, 2017, the contractual fee waiver limited total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.99% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Concluded)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class C Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class C Shares | |
| | For the Sixth Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.60 | | | $ | 10.98 | | | $ | 12.11 | | | $ | 11.06 | | | $ | 11.01 | | | $ | 11.71 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 0.32 | | | | 1.05 | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | 1.13 | | | | 0.21 | | | | (0.44 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.73 | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 1.05 | | | | 0.05 | | | | (0.70 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.13 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.80 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.42 | | | $ | 11.60 | | | $ | 10.98 | | | $ | 12.11 | | | $ | 11.06 | | | $ | 11.01 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | 1.46 | %(4) | | | 6.44 | % | | | (2.40 | )% | | | 9.49 | % | | | 0.36 | % | | | (5.89 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 6,083 | | | $ | 5,524 | | | $ | 5,151 | | | $ | 4,487 | | | $ | 8,481 | | | $ | 9,462 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(5) | | | 2.79 | %(4) | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.89 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(5) | | | 2.79 | %(4) | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 2.89 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(5) | | | 2.86 | %(4) | | | 2.89 | % | | | 2.90 | % | | | 2.89 | % | | | 2.88 | % | | | 3.03 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (2.79 | )%(4) | | | (2.78 | )% | | | (1.73 | )% | | | (0.80 | )% | | | (1.40 | )% | | | (2.35 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 0 | %(3) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(5) | Effective February 28, 2017, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. Prior to February 28, 2017, the contractual fee waiver limited total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.99% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on July 1, 2014. The Fund is authorized to offer four classes of shares, Class A Shares, Class I Shares, Class C Shares and Class T Shares. Class A Shares are sold subject to a front-end maximum sales charge of 5.75%. Front-end sales charges may be reduced or waived under certain circumstances. Class T Shares are not currently available for sale.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating its assets between a “Managed Futures” strategy and a “Fixed Income” strategy.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services – Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
CONSOLIDATION OF SUBSIDIARIES – The Managed Futures strategy is achieved by the Fund investing up to 25% of its total assets in Abbey Capital Master Offshore Fund Limited (the “Cayman Subsidiary”), a wholly-owned and controlled subsidiary of the Fund organized under the acts of the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Subsidiary invests all or substantially all of its assets in segregated portfolios of the Abbey Capital Offshore Fund SPC (the “SPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Cayman Subsidiary organized under the acts of the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Subsidiary serves solely as an intermediate entity through which the Fund invests in the SPC and makes no independent investment decisions and has no investment or other discretion over the Fund’s investable assets.
The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets in segregated series of another wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund, the Abbey Capital Onshore Series LLC (the “Onshore Subsidiary”), a Delaware series limited liability company.
The consolidated financial statements of the Fund include the financial statements of the Cayman Subsidiary, the Onshore Subsidiary and SPC. The Fund consolidates the results of subsidiaries in which the Fund holds a controlling financial interest. All inter-company accounts and transactions have been eliminated. As of the end of the reporting period, the net assets of the Cayman Subsidiary and SPC were $348,505,341, which represented 20.39% of the Fund’s net assets. As of the end of the reporting period, the net assets of the Onshore Subsidiary were $350,432,233, which represented 20.50% of the Fund’s net assets.
Portfolio Valuation — The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Forward exchange contracts are valued by interpolating between spot and forward currency rates as quoted by an independent pricing service. Futures contracts are generally valued using the settlement price determined by the relevant exchange. Options for which the primary market is a national securities exchange are valued at the last sale price on the exchange on which they are traded, or, in the absence of any sale, will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
prior to the market close. Options not traded on a national securities exchange are valued at the last quoted bid price for long option positions and the closing ask price for short option positions. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
Fair Value Measurements — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 – | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 – | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 – | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Short-Term Investments | | $ | 1,512,147,616 | | | $ | 1,512,147,616 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 51,653,355 | | | | 51,653,355 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 5,034,888 | | | | 5,034,888 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | 20,988,423 | | | | — | | | | 20,988,423 | | | | — | |
Futures Contracts | | | 4,113,196 | | | | 4,113,196 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 11,346,764 | | | | 11,346,764 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 1,605,284,242 | | | $ | 1,584,295,819 | | | $ | 20,988,423 | | | $ | — | |
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | $ | (27,025,134 | ) | | $ | (27,025,134 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (2,183,784 | ) | | | (2,183,784 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | (21,995,002 | ) | | | — | | | | (21,995,002 | ) | | | — | |
Futures Contracts | | | (3,071,302 | ) | | | (3,071,302 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (6,125,152 | ) | | | (6,125,152 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (60,400,374 | ) | | $ | (38,405,372 | ) | | $ | (21,995,002 | ) | | $ | — | |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
Disclosures about Derivative instruments and Hedging Activities — Derivative instruments are defined as financial instruments whose value and performance are based on the value and performance of another security or financial instrument. Derivative instruments that the Fund used during the period include options, forward foreign currency contracts and futures contracts.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund used long and short contracts on U.S. and foreign equity market indices, U.S. and foreign government bonds, foreign currencies, interest rates and commodities (through investment in the Cayman Subsidiary, the SPC and the Onshore Subsidiary), to gain investment exposure in accordance with its investment objective.
The following tables provide quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of, and gains and losses on, the Fund’s derivative instruments as of and for the current fiscal period.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following tables list the fair values and location on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities of the Fund’s derivative holdings as of the end of the reporting period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Asset Derivatives |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 20,988,423 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 20,988,423 | |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | | 5,034,888 | | | | 11,346,764 | | | | 4,113,196 | | | | 51,653,355 | | | | 72,148,203 | |
Total Value- Assets | | | | | | $ | 5,034,888 | | | $ | 11,346,764 | | | $ | 25,101,619 | | | $ | 51,653,355 | | | $ | 93,136,626 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Liability Derivatives |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | (21,995,002 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (21,995,002 | ) |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | | (2,183,784 | ) | | | (6,125,152 | ) | | | (3,071,302 | ) | | | (27,025,134 | ) | | | (38,405,372 | ) |
Total Value- Liabilities | | | | | | $ | (2,183,784 | ) | | $ | (6,125,152 | ) | | $ | (25,066,304 | ) | | $ | (27,025,134 | ) | | $ | (60,400,374 | ) |
(a) | This amount represents the cumulative appreciation/(depreciation) of forwards and futures contracts as reported on the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. |
The following table lists the amounts of realized gains/(losses) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Realized Gain/(Loss) |
Purchased Options | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 268,900 | | | $ | 268,900 | |
Futures Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from futures contracts | | | | (15,786,750 | ) | | | (3,074,221 | ) | | | 5,107,139 | | | | 32,792,315 | | | | 19,038,483 | |
Forward Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (588,025 | ) | | | — | | | | (588,025 | ) |
Written Options | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from written options | | | | — | | | | | | | | | | | | (598,100 | ) | | | (598,100 | ) |
Total Realized Gain/(Loss) | | $ | (15,786,750 | ) | | $ | (3,074,221 | ) | | $ | 4,519,114 | | | $ | 32,463,115 | | | $ | 18,121,258 | |
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table lists the amounts of change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) |
Purchased Options | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | $ | — | | | $ | 586,487 | | | $ | 67,450 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 653,937 | |
Futures Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on futures contracts | | | | (3,940,080 | ) | | | 6,322,310 | | | | (3,083,994 | ) | | | 18,116,255 | | | | 17,414,491 | |
Forward Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,248,734 | | | | — | | | | 3,248,734 | |
Written Options | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on written options | | | | — | | | | (290,787 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (290,787 | ) |
Total Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) | | $ | (3,940,080 | ) | | $ | 6,618,010 | | | $ | 232,190 | | | $ | 18,116,255 | | | $ | 21,026,375 | |
During the current fiscal period, the Fund’s quarterly average volume of derivatives was as follows:
Purchased Options (Cost) | Written Options (Proceeds) | Long Futures Notional Amount | Short Futures Notional Amount | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — Payable (Value at Trade Date) | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — Receivable (Value at Trade Date) |
$451,319 | $(195,808) | $3,745,378,136 | $(3,580,882,390) | $(2,981,999,176) | $2,981,150,834 |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset fair value amounts recognized for derivative instruments and fair value amounts recognized for the right to reclaim cash collateral (receivables) or the obligation to return cash collateral (payables) arising from derivative instruments recognized at fair value executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following is a summary of financial and derivative instruments that are subject to enforceable master netting agreements (or similar arrangements) and collateral received and pledged in connection with the master netting agreements (or similar arrangements).
| | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | |
Description | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Received | | | Net Amount(1) | | | | | | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Pledged(2) | | | Net Amount(3) | |
| | Assets | | | | | | | Liabilities | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | $ | 20,988,423 | | | $ | (20,988,423 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | | | | | $ | 21,995,002 | | | $ | (20,988,423 | ) | | $ | (1,006,579 | ) | | $ | — | |
| (1) | Net amount represents the net amount receivable from the counterparty in the event of default. |
| (2) | Actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount shown. |
| (3) | Net amount represents the net amount payable to the counterparty in the event of default. |
Use of Estimates — The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
Investment Transactions, Investment Income and Expenses — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders and recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. Tax Status — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The Cayman Subsidiary is registered as an “exempted company” and the SPC as an “exempted segregated portfolio company” pursuant to the Companies Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands (as amended). Each of the Cayman Subsidiary and the SPC has received an undertaking from the Governor in Cabinet of the Cayman Islands to the effect that, for a period of twenty years from the date of the undertaking, no act that thereafter is enacted in the Cayman Islands imposing any tax or duty to be levied on profits, income or on gains or appreciation, or any tax in the nature of estate duty or inheritance tax, will apply to any property comprised in or any income arising under the Cayman Subsidiary or the SPC, or to the shareholders thereof, in respect of any such property or income. For U.S. federal income tax purposes, the Cayman Subsidiary is treated as a “controlled foreign corporation.” The SPC is treated as an entity disregarded from its owner, the Cayman Subsidiary, for U.S. income tax purposes. The Onshore Subsidiary is treated as an entity disregarded from its owner, the Fund, for U.S. income tax purposes.
Foreign Currency Translation — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Fund does not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Currency Risk —Investment in foreign securities involves currency risk associated with securities that trade or are denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar and which may be affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates. An increase in the strength of the U.S. dollar relative to a foreign currency may cause the U.S. dollar value of an investment in that country to decline. Foreign currencies also are subject to risks caused by inflation, interest rates, budget deficits and low savings rates, political factors and government controls. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts may limit potential gains from a favorable change in value between the U.S. dollar and foreign currencies. Unanticipated changes in currency pricing may result in poorer overall performance for the Fund than if it had not engaged in these contracts.
Commodity Sector Risk — Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Fund to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity, such as drought, floods, weather, livestock disease, embargoes, tariffs and international economic, political and regulatory developments. The prices of energy, industrial metals, precious metals, agriculture and livestock sector commodities may fluctuate widely due to factors such as changes in value, supply and demand and governmental regulatory policies. The commodity-linked securities in which the Fund invests may be issued by companies in the financial services sector, and events affecting the financial services sector may cause the Fund’s share value to fluctuate.
Foreign Securities Market Risk — A substantial portion of the trades of the Fund are expected to take place on markets or exchanges outside the United States. There is no limit to the amount of assets of the Fund that may be committed to trading on foreign markets. The risk of loss in trading foreign futures and options on futures contracts can be substantial. Participation in foreign futures and options on futures contracts involves the execution and clearing of trades on, or subject to the rules of, a foreign board of trade or exchange. Some of these foreign markets, in contrast to U.S. exchanges, are so-called principals’ markets in which performance is the responsibility only of the individual counterparty with whom the trader has entered into a commodity interest transaction and not of the exchange or clearing corporation. In these kinds of markets, there is risk of bankruptcy or other failure or refusal to perform by the counterparty.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Counterparty Risk — The derivative contracts entered into by the Fund, the SPC or Onshore Subsidiary may be privately negotiated in the over-the-counter market. These contracts also involve exposure to credit risk, since contract performance depends in part on the financial condition of the counterparty. Relying on a counterparty exposes the Fund to the risk that a counterparty will not settle a transaction in accordance with its terms and conditions because of a dispute over the terms of the contract (whether or not bona fide) or because of a credit or liquidity problem, thus causing the Fund to suffer a loss. If a counterparty defaults on its payment obligations to the Fund, this default will cause the value of an investment in the Fund to decrease.
Credit Risk — Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer of the security or a counterparty in respect of a derivative instrument will not be able to satisfy its payment obligations to the Fund when due. Changes in an issuer’s credit rating or the market’s perception of an issuer’s creditworthiness may also affect the value of the Fund’s investment in that issuer. Securities rated in the four highest categories by the rating agencies are considered investment grade, but they may also have some speculative characteristics. Investment grade ratings do not guarantee that bonds will not lose value or default. In addition, the credit quality of securities may be lowered if an issuer’s financial condition changes.
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual companies are not known. The operational and financial performance of individual companies and the market in general depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
Ukraine-Russia Conflict Risk — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
Options — An option on a futures contract gives the purchaser the right, in exchange for a premium, to assume a position in a futures contract at a specified exercise price during the term of the option. The Fund may use futures contracts and related options for: bona fide hedging; attempting to offset changes in the value of securities held or expected to be acquired or be disposed of; attempting to minimize fluctuations in foreign currencies; attempting to gain exposure to a particular market, index or instrument; or other risk management purposes. The risk associated with purchasing an option is that the Fund pays a premium whether or not the option is exercised. Additionally, the Fund bears the risk of loss of premium and change in market value should the counterparty not perform under the contract. Put and call options are accounted for in the same manner as other securities owned. The cost of securities acquired through the exercise of call options is increased by the premiums paid. The proceeds from securities sold through the exercise of put options are decreased by the premiums paid.
Options Written — The Fund may enter into options written for: bona fide hedging; attempting to offset changes in the value of securities held or expected to be acquired or be disposed of; attempting to minimize fluctuations in foreign currencies; attempting to gain exposure to a particular market, index or instrument; or other risk management purposes. Such options may relate to particular securities or domestic stock indices, and may or may not be listed on exchanges regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission or on other non-U.S. exchanges. An option on a futures contract gives the purchaser the right, in return for the premium paid, to assume a position in the contract (a long position if the option is a call and a short position if the option is a put) at a specified exercise price at any time during the option exercise period. The writer of the option is required upon exercise to assume a short futures position (if the option is a call) or a long futures position
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
(if the option is a put). Upon exercise of the option, the accumulated cash balance in the writer’s futures margin account is delivered to the holder of the option. That balance represents the amount by which the market price of the futures contract at exercise exceeds, in the case of a call, or is less than, in the case of a put, the exercise price of the option. The maximum risk of loss associated with writing put options is limited to the exercised fair value of the option contract. The maximum risk of loss associated with writing call options is potentially unlimited. The Fund also has the additional risk of being unable to enter into a closing transaction at an acceptable price if a liquid secondary market does not exist. The Fund also may write over-the-counter options where completing the obligation depends upon the credit standing of the other party. Option contracts also involve the risk that they may result in loss due to unanticipated developments in market conditions or other causes. Written options are initially recorded as liabilities to the extent of premiums received and subsequently marked to market to reflect the current value of the option written. Gains or losses are realized when the option transaction expires or closes. When an option is exercised, the proceeds on sales for a written call option or the purchase cost for a written put option is adjusted by the amount of the premium received. Listed option contracts present minimal counterparty credit risk since they are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange-traded options, guarantees the options against default. As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund has no written options.
Futures Contracts — The Fund uses futures contracts in the normal course of pursuing its investment objective. Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund must deposit initial margin in addition to segregating cash or liquid assets sufficient to meet its obligation to purchase or provide securities, or to pay the amount owed at the expiration of an index-based futures contract. Such liquid assets may consist of cash, cash equivalents, liquid debt or equity securities or other acceptable assets. Pursuant to the futures contract, the Fund agrees to receive from, or pay to the broker, an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in value of the contract. Such a receipt of payment is known as “variation margin” and is recorded by the Fund as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the proceeds from (or cost of) the closing transactions and the Fund’s basis in the contract. Futures contracts have market risks, including the risk that the change in the value of the contract may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying securities. Use of long futures contracts subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amount shown on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures contract. Use of short futures contracts subjects the Fund to potentially unlimited risk of loss.
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — In the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives, the Fund is subject to foreign investment and currency risk. The Fund uses forward foreign currency contracts (“forward contracts”) for purposes of hedging, duration management, as a substitute for securities, to increase returns, for currency hedging or risk management, or to otherwise help achieve the Fund’s investment objective. These contracts are marked-to-market daily at the applicable translation rates. The Fund records realized gains or losses at the time the forward contract is closed. A forward contract is extinguished through a closing transaction or upon delivery of the currency or entering an offsetting contract. Risks may arise upon entering these contracts from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of their contracts and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar or other currencies. The Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk related to forward foreign currency contracts is the fair value of the contract. The risk may be mitigated to some extent if a master netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty is in place and to the extent the Fund obtains collateral to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty.
Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
Other — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Abbey Capital Limited (“Abbey Capital” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund and the Cayman Subsidiary, Onshore Subsidiary and SPC. The Adviser allocates the assets of the Onshore Subsidiary and SPC (via the Cayman Subsidiary) to one or more Trading Advisers unaffiliated with the Adviser to manage. The Adviser also has the ultimate responsibility to oversee the Trading Advisers, and to recommend their hiring, termination and replacement, subject to approval by the Board. The Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table. The Adviser compensates the Trading Advisers out of the Advisory Fee.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) to the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of the Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after December 31, 2022.
Advisory Fee | Expense Caps |
| Class A | Class I | Class C | Class T |
1.77% | 2.04% | 1.79% | 2.79% | 2.04% |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed were as follows:
Gross Advisory Fees | Waivers and/or Reimbursements | Net Advisory Fees |
$12,902,854 | $(520,014) | $12,382,840 |
If at any time the Fund’s total annual fund operating expenses (not including acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) for a year are less than the relevant share class’s Expense Cap, the Adviser may recoup any waived or reimbursed amounts from the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund had amounts available for recoupment as follows:
Expiration |
August 31, 2022 | August 31, 2023 | August 31, 2024 | August 31, 2025 | Total |
$406,777 | $843,630 | $1,020,929 | $520,014 | $2,791,350 |
Aspect Capital Limited, Crabel Capital Management, LLC, Eclipse Capital Management, Inc., Episteme Capital Partners (UK), LLP, Graham Capital Management, LP, P/E Global, LLC, R.G. Niederhoffer Capital Management, Inc., Revolution Capital Management, LLC, Tudor Investment Corporation, Welton Investment Partners, LLC and Winton Capital Management Limited each served as a Trading Adviser to the Fund during the current fiscal period.
Effective September 17, 2021, Trigon Investment Advisors, LLC no longer serves as a Trading Adviser to the Fund. Effective November 29, 2021 R.G. Niederhoffer Capital Management, Inc. serves as a Trading Adviser to the Fund.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
The Board has adopted a Plan of Distribution for the Class A Shares, Class C Shares and Class T Shares (the “Plan”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plan, the Fund’s distributor is entitled to receive from the Fund a distribution fee with respect to the Shares, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class A Shares and Class T Shares and up to 1.00% of the Class C Shares. The actual amount of such compensation under the Plan is agreed upon by the Board and by the Distributor. Because these fees are paid out of the Fund’s assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plan may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of the Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, subaccounting services or administrative services related to the sale of the Shares, all as set forth in the Fund’s 12b-1 Plan.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
3. Director And Officer Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, there were no purchases or sales of investment securities or long-term U.S. Government securities (excluding short-term investments and derivative transactions) by the Fund.
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Fund has determined that there was no effect on the consolidated financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows(a):
Federal Tax Cost | Unrealized Appreciation | Unrealized (Depreciation) | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$1,178,072,882 | $40,304,848 | $(136,408,479) | $(96,103,631) |
(a) | The difference between the book basis and tax basis cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments is attributable primarily to timing differences related to taxable income from a wholly-owned controlled foreign corporation. |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to disallowed book income from the Cayman Subsidiary, were reclassified to the following accounts:
Distributable Earnings/(Loss) | Paid-In Capital |
$(58,090,949) | $58,090,949 |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings/(deficits) on a tax basis were as follows:
Undistributed Ordinary Income | Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | Capital Loss Carryforwards | Qualified Late-Year Losses | Other Temporary Differences |
$44,586,094 | $3,238,571 | $(133,028,942) | $— | $— | $— |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings/(deficits) relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains of the Cayman Subsidiary for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| Ordinary Income | Long-Term Gains | Total |
| $13,983,998 | $— | $13,983,998 |
The Fund is permitted to carry forward capital losses for an unlimited period. Capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. The Fund had utilized $20,654,825. As of August 31, 2021, the Fund had no unexpiring short-term or long-term capital loss carryovers to offset future capital gains.
6. New Accounting Pronouncements and Regulatory Updates
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to the Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Futures Strategy Fund
Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (844) 261-6484 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Approval of Trading Advisory Agreement
As required by the 1940 Act, the Board, including all of the Directors who are not “interested persons” of the Company, as that term is defined in the 1940 Act (the “Independent Directors”), considered the approval of a new Trading Advisory Agreement (the “Trading Advisory Agreement”) by and among Abbey Capital, the Onshore Subsidiary, the SPC and R.G. Niederhoffer Capital Management, Inc. (“RGNCM”) at a meeting of the Board held on September 21-22, 2021 (the “Meeting”). At the Meeting, the Board, including all of the Independent Directors, approved the new Trading Advisory Agreement for an initial period ending August 16, 2023. The Board’s decision to approve the Trading Advisory Agreement reflects the exercise of its business judgment. In approving the Trading Advisory Agreement, the Board considered information provided by Abbey Capital and RGNCM, with the assistance and advice of counsel to the Independent Directors and the Company.
In considering the approval of the Trading Advisory Agreement, the Board took into account all materials provided prior to and during the Meeting and at other meetings throughout the past year, the presentations made during the Meeting, and the discussions held during the Meeting. Among other things, the Board considered (i) the nature, extent, and quality of services to be provided to the Fund by RGNCM; (ii) descriptions of the experience and qualifications of the personnel providing those services; (iii) RGNCM’s investment philosophies and processes; (iv) RGNCM’s assets under management and client descriptions; (v) RGNCM’s soft dollar commission and trade allocation policies; (vi) RGNCM’s advisory fee arrangements with the Company and other similarly managed clients, as applicable; (vii) RGNCM’s compliance procedures; and (viii) RGNCM’s financial information and insurance coverage.
The Board also considered the fees payable to RGNCM under the proposed Trading Advisory Agreement with RGNCM and the services to be provided by RGNCM. In this regard, the Board noted that the fees for RGNCM were payable by Abbey Capital.
After reviewing the information regarding the Adviser’s and RGNCM’s costs, profitability and economies of scale, and after considering the services to be provided by RGNCM, the Board concluded that the trading advisory fees to be paid by Abbey Capital to RGNCM were fair and reasonable, that the Trading Advisory Agreement is in the best interests of the Fund and its shareholders and does not involve a conflict of interest from which the Adviser derives an inappropriate advantage, and that the Trading Advisory Agreement should be approved for an initial period ending August 16, 2023.
Liquidity Risk Management Program
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program,
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Other Information (Concluded)
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the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Chief Risk Officer of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund held a percentage of highly liquid assets above its highly liquid investment minimum at all times during the Period; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Abbey Capital Limited
1-2 Cavendish Row
Dublin 1, Ireland
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Ernst & Young LLP
One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
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THE RBB FUND, INC.
Semi-Annual Report
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Semi-Annual Investment Adviser’s Report
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Dear Shareholder,
The Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund (the “Fund”) Class I Shares returned +0.89% net of fees for the 6-month fiscal period ended February 28, 2022. Positive performance was driven by the managed futures component of the Fund’s investment strategy, with gains stemming from trading in energy, short-term interest rates and agricultural commodities. The Fund’s long US equity component was negative over the 6-month period. The Fund targets approximately 100% exposure of its net assets to its managed futures strategy and approximately 50% exposure to its long US equity strategy. The Fund’s remaining net assets are allocated to its fixed income strategy. The managed futures strategy is achieved by the Fund investing up to 25% of its total assets in ACMAF Master Offshore Limited (the “ACMAF Master”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund that invests substantially all of its assets in ACMAF Offshore SPC, which is a wholly-owned and controlled segregated portfolio company that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts. As part of its managed futures strategy, the Fund may also invest a portion of its assets in ACMAF Onshore Series LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund which is a multi-adviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts.
Abbey Global, LP (the “Predecessor Fund”), transferred all of its assets to the Fund on April 11, 2018.
Average Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022
| 2022 YTD | 1 Year | SEP. 1, 2021 TO FEB. 28, 2022 | 5 Years Annualized | 10 Years Annualized | ANNUALIZED SINCE INCEPTION ON MAY 14, 2002 |
Class I Shares (inclusive of Predeccesor Fund performance)* | -1.26% | 7.25% | 0.89% | 11.86% | 11.67% | 10.89% |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month T-Bill Index***** | 0.01% | 0.04% | 0.02% | 1.13% | 0.63% | 1.27% |
S&P 500® Total Return Index***** | -8.01% | 16.39% | -2.62% | 15.17% | 14.59% | 9.50% |
Barclay CTA Index***** | 1.59% | 4.68% | 2.10% | 2.97% | 1.50% | 3.68% |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Additionally, the Predecessor Fund was not registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (“1940 Act”), and thus was not subject to certain investment and operational restrictions that are imposed by the 1940 Act. If the Predecessor Fund had been registered under the 1940 Act, its performance may have been adversely affected. Accordingly, Fund performance may be different than the Predecessor Fund’s restated past performance, which is included in the table above where indicated for the period between inception of the Fund on May 14, 2002 and April 11, 2018. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Visit www.abbeycapital.com for returns updated daily. Call (US Toll Free) 1-844-261-6484 or (international callers) + 1-508-871-3276 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
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Semi-Annual Investment Adviser’s Report (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| 2022 YTD | 1 Year | SEP. 1, 2021 TO FEB. 28, 2022 | 5 Years Annualized | 10 Years Annualized | ANNUALIZED SINCE INCEPTION ON April 11, 2018 |
Class I Shares** | -1.26% | 7.25% | 0.89% | n/a | n/a | 13.66% |
Class A Shares*** | -2.50% | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Class A Shares (max load)*** | -6.98% | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Class C Shares**** | -1.45% | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month T-Bill Index***** | 0.01% | 0.04% | 0.02% | 1.13% | 0.63% | 1.15% |
S&P 500® Total Return Index***** | -8.01% | 16.39% | -2.62% | 15.17% | 14.59% | 15.72% |
Barclay CTA Index***** | 1.59% | 4.68% | 2.10% | 2.97% | 1.50% | 5.13% |
Barclay CTA numbers are based on the estimates available on the BarclayHedge website as of March 10, 2022
Source: Abbey Capital, Bloomberg and BarclayHedge
Please note the above is shown for illustrative purposes only.
* | Performance from May 14, 2002 to April 10, 2018 is performance of the Predecessor Fund. The Fund commenced operations as a series of The RBB Fund, Inc. on April 11, 2018, when all of the assets of the Predecessor Fund transferred to Class I Shares of the Fund. The Fund’s objectives, policies, guidelines and restrictions are in all material respects equivalent to the Predecessor Fund. Performance of the Predecessor Fund is not an indicator of future Fund results. Performance from April 2014 to April 2018 represents proprietary performance as the only investors for that period were Abbey Capital Limited and its officers. |
** | Performance is that of Class I Shares of the Fund, which commenced operations on April 11, 2018. |
*** | Performance is that of Class A Shares of the Fund, which commenced operations on February 16, 2022. There is a maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price) of 5.75% on Class A Shares. |
**** | Performance is that of Class C Shares of the Fund, which commenced operations on November 8, 2021. |
***** | The Barclay CTA Index is derived from data that is self-reported by investment managers based on the performance of privately managed funds. In contrast, the S&P 500® Total Return Index and the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 3-Month T-Bill Index are comprised of publicly traded securities. As a result of these differences, these indices may not be directly comparable and the table above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
Abbey Capital Limited (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79%, 2.04% and 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class C Shares, respectively. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022, and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. In addition, the Adviser may recoup any waived or reimbursed amounts from the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made by the Adviser, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. Without the expense limitation agreement, the expense ratios are 2.28%, 2.53% and 3.28% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class C Shares, respectively, as stated in the Fund’s current prospectus dated December 31, 2021 (and which may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period covered by this report). The quoted performance would have been lower without the expense limitation.
Please refer to the prospectus for further information on expenses and fees.
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Semi-Annual Investment Adviser’s Report (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Performance Analysis
The 6-month period ended February 28, 2022 was positive overall for Fund performance, as gains for the managed futures allocation outweighed losses for the long US equity allocation.
This period was characterised by supply constraints across several commodity markets, heightened geopolitical tensions in Europe and a hawkish shift in expectations around global monetary policy. We also saw a shift in the relationship between global equity and bond markets, with the correlation between the two asset classes turning less negative over the period.
Inflation and its impact on monetary policy was a focus for investors throughout the period. US consumer inflation increased steadily, ultimately rising to an annual rate of +7.5% in February 2022, its highest level in 40 years. Guidance from the US Federal Reserve turned more hawkish as inflation rose, with the central bank tapering its bond buying program and signalling its plans to hike rates in March 2022.
Heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine became a more prominent focus for investors as the period progressed. This situation escalated in February 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which led to sharp moves and heightened volatility across both financial and commodity markets.
Equities rallied during the first part of the period, despite concerns about higher inflation and the emergence of the Omicron COVID-19 variant weighing on risk sentiment at times, as strong corporate earnings helped the S&P 500 Index to hit record highs in December 2021. However, in January and February 2022, we saw long-term uptrends in global stocks unwind due to concerns about tighter monetary policy and the conflict in Ukraine.
Fund performance from September to December 2021 was positive. The Fund’s long equity allocation drove gains over this period as US equities rose. Performance for the Fund’s managed futures allocation was close to flat for the period, as choppy price moves in longer-dated bond yields proved difficult. Further losses for the managed futures allocation occurred in late November 2021 when the emergence of the Omicron COVID-19 variant resulted in a sharp reversal of trends in several sectors. On the upside, uptrends in several energy contracts and the USD led to offsetting gains for the Fund.
Fund performance turned negative as we entered 2022. A reversal in global stocks resulted in losses for the Fund’s long equity allocation due to its long positions in S&P 500 futures. However, these losses were partially offset by gains from the Fund’s managed futures allocation as notable price trends occurred across several fixed income, energy, metal, and agricultural commodity markets, which provided a favourable trading environment for most of the Fund’s sub-advisers.
Supply concerns were a prominent theme in energy markets over the 6-month period. OPEC+ supply restrictions, combined with strong global demand, were a tailwind for crude oil prices. Later in the period, concerns about disruptions to Russian energy supplies following the imposition of economic sanctions also impacted prices. A supply crunch in natural gas saw US prices hit a 13year high in October, while European natural gas prices reached record highs during the 6-month period. Long positions in energy resulted in the Fund’s largest gains for the period, with longs in crude oil, distillates and natural gas all contributing positively to performance.
The hawkish shift in guidance from global central banks saw investors price a more aggressive pace of monetary tightening during the period. This resulted in price trends in short-term interest rate markets, with the Fund profiting from short exposures in US Eurodollar and UK SONIA contracts. Fund performance in bonds was close to flat overall during the period as gains from short positions in US Treasuries were largely offset by losses from mixed positions in eurozone contracts.
In agricultural commodities, longs in corn and soybean contributed positively to Fund performance. Corn and soybeans were both aided by supply concerns arising from dry South American weather as well as worries about the outlook for global grain and vegetable oil production. Further Fund gains resulted from longs in cotton as strong global demand and supply concerns helped prices to reach a 10-year high during the period.
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Semi-Annual Investment Adviser’s Report (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Fund performance in metals was positive overall, with gains from longs in base metals outweighing losses in precious metals. Low inventories were an important theme across base metals markets during the period. The Fund’s largest gains occurred from longs in aluminium, with prices rising to record highs as production was impacted by soaring energy costs and environmental concerns in China. Meanwhile, Fund losses in precious metals were concentrated in gold and silver.
Equities were the largest detractor from Fund performance at the sector level during the period. Losses occurred when global equities declined in early 2022, with both the Fund’s managed futures and the long equity allocations producing negative returns in the sector. Concerns about the impact of the expected US Federal Reserve rate hikes were a headwind for global equities in January 2022, while the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict began to have a meaningful impact on risk sentiment during February 2022. This reversal in the long-term uptrend in equities proved challenging for the Fund’s managed futures allocation. The Fund’s long equity allocation recorded losses from holding long position in S&P 500 futures throughout the 6-month period as the S&P 500 Index declined -3.3%. Losses for the Fund’s long equity allocation were moderated somewhat, as the allocation was maintained below its 50% target level for most of the period.
Fund performance in currencies was also negative for the period. Losses were concentrated in emerging market currencies due to a long position in the MXN against the USD.
Key to Currency Abbreviations |
USD | US Dollar |
EUR | Euro |
JPY | Japanese Yen |
MXN | Mexican Peso |
An investment in the Fund is speculative and involves substantial risk. It is possible that an investor may lose some or all of their investment. The Fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in ACMAF Master, which is a multi-adviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts. The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets into ACMAF Onshore Series LLC, which is a multiadviser fund that invests in managed futures and foreign exchange contracts. All investments in securities involve risk of the loss of capital. An investment in the Fund includes the risks inherent in an investment in securities, as well as specific risks associated with this open-ended investment product. Among the risks associated with investing in this Fund are Commodity Sector Risk, CounterParty Risk, Credit Risk, Currency Risk, Manager and Management Risks, Subsidiary Risk, Tax Risk, Emerging Markets Risk, Leveraging Risk, Foreign Investment Risk, Fixed Income Securities Risks, Short Sale Risk and Portfolio Turnover Risks. The Fund may invest in or utilize derivative investments, futures contracts, and hedging strategies. One or more Trading Advisers, from time to time, may invest a substantial portion of the assets managed in a specific industry sector. As a result, the Fund’s investment portfolio may be subject to greater risk and volatility than if investments had been made in the securities of a broader range of issuers. There can be no assurance that the Fund’s strategy (hedging or otherwise) will be successful or that it will employ such strategies with respect to all or any portion of its portfolio. The value of the Fund’s portfolio investments should be expected to fluctuate. Investing in managed futures is not suitable for all investors given its speculative nature and the high level of risk involved. The Fund is appropriate only for investors who can bear the risks associated with the product. This brief statement cannot disclose all of the risks and other factors necessary to evaluate an investment in the Fund. Investors are urged to take appropriate investment advice and to carefully consider their investment objectives, personal situation, and factors such as net worth, income, age, risk tolerance and liquidity needs before investing in the Fund. Before investing, investors should carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risks, tax considerations, sales charges and expenses.
Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change and should not be considered recommendations to buy or sell any security. Please refer to the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments in this report for a complete list of Fund holdings.
The Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund is distributed by Quasar Distributions, LLC.
This report is submitted for general information to the shareholders of the Fund. It is not authorized for distribution unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Fund. Opinions expressed are subject to change at any time, are not guaranteed, and should not be considered investment advice.
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Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Since Inception†† | |
Class A Shares (without sales charge)* (Pro forma April 11, 2018 to February 16, 2022) | 0.69% | 6.90% | 13.35% | |
Class A Shares (with sales charge)* (Pro forma April 11, 2018 to February 16, 2022) | -5.10% | 0.75% | 11.64% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 15.72%** | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index*** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 1.15%** | |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 5.13%** | |
†† | Inception date of Class A Shares of the Fund was February 16, 2022 and the inception date of the Fund was April 11, 2018. Performance information is from the inception date of the Fund. |
* | Class A Shares performance prior to its inception on February 16, 2022 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class A Shares expense ratio. |
** | Performance is from the inception date of the Fund and is not the inception date of the index itself. The above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
*** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The Fund charges a 5.75% maximum sales charge on purchases (as a percentage of offering price) of Class A Shares. The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.04% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 2.53% for Class A Shares as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratio for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
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Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Five Years | Ten Years | Since Inception | |
Class I Shares* | 0.89% | 7.25% | 11.86% | 11.67% | 10.89% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 15.17% | 14.59% | 9.50%** | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index*** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 1.13% | 0.63% | 1.27%** | |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 2.97% | 1.50% | 3.68%** | |
* | Performance from May 14, 2002 to April 10, 2018 is performance of Abbey Global LP (the “Predecessor Fund”). The Fund commenced operations as a series of The RBB Fund, Inc. on April 11, 2018, when all the assets of the Predecessor Fund transferred to Class I Shares of the Fund. |
** | Performance is from the inception date of the Predecessor Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
*** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The performance quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 2.28% for Class I Shares, as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratio for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
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Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Since Inception†† | |
Class C Shares (without contingent deferred sales charge)* (Pro forma April 11, 2018 to November 8 , 2021) | 0.33% | 6.12% | 12.51% | |
Class C Shares (with contingent deferred sales charge)* (Pro forma April 11, 2018 to November 8, 2021) | -0.58% | 5.15% | 12.51% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index | -2.62% | 16.39% | 15.72%** | |
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index*** | 0.02% | 0.04% | 1.15%** | |
Barclay CTA Index*** | 2.10% | 4.68% | 5.13%** | |
†† | Inception date of Class C Shares of the Fund was November 8, 2021 and the inception date of the Fund was April 11, 2018. Performance information is from the inception date of the Fund. |
* | Class C Shares performance prior to its inception on November 8, 2021 is the performance of Class I Shares, adjusted for the Class C Shares expense ratio. |
** | Performance is from the inception date of the Fund and is not the inception date of the index itself. The above is shown for illustrative purposes only. |
*** | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. |
The Fund charges a contingent deferred sales charge (“CDSC”) of 1.00% on certain redemptions of Class C Shares made within 12 months of purchase. The CDSC is assessed on an amount equal to the lesser of the offering price at the time of purchase of the Class C Shares redeemed or the net asset value of the Class C Shares redeemed at the time of redemption.
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. Without the limitation arrangement, the gross expense ratio is 3.28% for Class C Shares, as stated in the current prospectus (and which may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period covered by this report). This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Visit www.abbeycapital.com for returns updated daily. Call (US Toll Free) 1-844-261-6484 or (international callers) + 1-508-871-3276 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
The Barclay CTA Index is derived from data which is self-reported by investment managers based on the performance of privately managed funds. In contrast, the S&P 500® Total Return Index and the BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index are comprised of publicly traded securities. As a result of these differences, these indices may not be directly comparable. Additionally, these indices are not available for direct investment and the above is shown for illustrative purposes only.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Performance Data (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Barclay CTA Index
The Barclay CTA Index is a leading industry benchmark of representative performance of commodity trading advisors. There are currently 416 programs included in the calculation of the Barclay CTA Index for 2021. The Barclay CTA Index is equally weighted and rebalanced at the beginning of each year.
BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index
The BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an unmanaged market index of U.S. Treasury securities maturing in 90 days that assumes reinvestment of all income.
S&P 500® Index
The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 U.S. stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on January 1, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957.
The S&P 500® Total Return Index
The S&P 500® Total Return Index is the total return version of the S&P 500® Index. Dividends are reinvested on a daily basis and all regular cash dividends are assumed reinvested in the index on the ex-dividend date.
A basis point is one hundredth of one percent.
Portfolio composition is subject to change. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Fund Expense Example
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, (if any) and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period. For Class A Shares, the actual values and expenses are based on the 13-day period from inception of the Class on February 16, 2022 through February 28, 2022. For Class C Shares, the actual values and expenses are based on the 113-day period from inception of the Class on November 8, 2021 through February 28, 2022.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first section of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this section, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first section under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second section of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) on purchase payments (if any). Therefore, the second section of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period(1) | Annualized Expense Ratio(2) | Actual Total Investment Returns for the Fund(3) |
Actual | | | | | |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 975.00 | $ 0.72 | 2.04% | (2.50)% |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,008.90 | 8.92 | 1.79 | 0.89 |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 962.60 | 8.48 | 2.79 | (3.74) |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,014.68 | $ 10.19 | 2.04% | N/A |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,015.92 | 8.95 | 1.79 | N/A |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,010.96 | 13.91 | 2.79 | N/A |
(1) | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s Class A Shares, Class I Shares, and Class C Shares annualized six-month expense ratios for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. For Class A |
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Fund Expense Example (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Shares, the actual dollar amounts shown are expenses paid by the Class during the period from the inception of the Class on February 16, 2022 through February 28, 2022 multiplied by 13 days, which is the number of days from the inception of the Class through February 28, 2022. For Class C Shares, the actual dollar amounts shown are expenses paid by the Class during the period from the inception of the Class on November 8, 2021 through February 28, 2022 multiplied by 113 days, which is the number of days from the inception of the Class through February 28, 2022. The Fund’s ending account values in the first section in the table are based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund’s respective share classes.
(2) | Ratios reflect expenses waived by the Fund’s investment adviser. Without these waivers, the Fund’s expenses would have been higher and the ending account values would have been lower. |
(3) | The Fund’s ending account value for Class I Shares in the first section in the table is based on the actual six month total investment return for Class I Shares. The Fund’s ending account values for Class A Shares and Class C Shares in the first section in the table are based on the actual total investment returns of Class A Shares and Class C Shares, respectively, during the period from the inception of each Class on February 16, 2022 and November 8, 2021, respectively, through February 28, 2022. |
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table presents a consolidated summary of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS: | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Obligations | | | 80.1 | % | | $ | 98,864,866 | |
Money Market Deposit Account | | | 6.1 | | | | 7,470,126 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | |
(including futures and forward foreign currency contracts) | | | 13.8 | | | | 16,999,641 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 123,334,633 | |
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating its assets between a “Managed Futures” strategy and a “Long U.S. Equity” Strategy and a “Fixed Income” strategy.
As a result of the Fund’s use of derivatives, the Fund may hold significant amounts of U.S. Treasuries or short-term investments.
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
Refer to the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments for a detailed listing of the Fund’s holdings.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Coupon* | | | Maturity Date | | | Par (000’s) | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 86.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS — 80.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.024% | | | | 03/10/22 | | | $ | 1,702 | | | $ | 1,701,984 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.031% | | | | 03/17/22 | | | | 1,549 | | | | 1,548,983 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.037% | | | | 03/24/22 | | | | 2,851 | | | | 2,850,897 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.032% | | | | 03/31/22 | | | | 2,680 | | | | 2,679,844 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.050% | | | | 04/07/22 | | | | 2,947 | | | | 2,946,712 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.041% | | | | 04/14/22 | | | | 4,198 | | | | 4,197,320 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.045% | | | | 04/21/22 | | | | 4,201 | | | | 4,199,943 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.044% | | | | 04/28/22 | | | | 1,108 | | | | 1,107,654 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.047% | | | | 05/05/22 | | | | 4,282 | | | | 4,280,181 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.050% | | | | 05/12/22 | | | | 3,323 | | | | 3,321,196 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.042% | | | | 05/19/22 | | | | 6,175 | | | | 6,170,979 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.066% | | | | 05/26/22 | | | | 2,528 | | | | 2,526,188 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.076% | | | | 06/02/22 | | | | 1,008 | | | | 1,007,128 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.103% | | | | 06/09/22 | | | | 6,838 | | | | 6,831,062 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.112% | | | | 06/16/22 | | | | 10,685 | | | | 10,672,368 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.161% | | | | 06/30/22 | | | | 6,627 | | | | 6,617,271 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.223% | | | | 07/07/22 | | | | 59 | | | | 58,894 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.317% | | | | 07/14/22 | | | | 1,336 | | | | 1,333,356 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.332% | | | | 07/21/22 | | | | 4,651 | | | | 4,641,216 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.432% | | | | 07/28/22 | | | | 1,788 | | | | 1,783,811 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.517% | | | | 08/04/22 | | | | 5,866 | | | | 5,851,020 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.682% | | | | 08/11/22 | | | | 12,205 | | | | 12,170,586 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.632% | | | | 08/18/22 | | | | 1,633 | | | | 1,628,072 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | 0.649% | | | | 08/25/22 | | | | 8,766 | | | | 8,738,201 | |
TOTAL U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS ($98,901,520) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 98,864,866 | |
| | | | | | | | | | Number of Shares (000’s) | | | | | |
MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT — 6.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(a) | | | | | | | | | | | 7,470 | | | | 7,470,126 | |
TOTAL MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT ($7,470,126) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 7,470,126 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $106,371,646) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 106,334,992 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 86.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $106,371,646) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 106,334,992 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 13.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 16,999,641 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 123,334,633 | |
* | Short-term investments’ coupon reflect the annualized effective yield on the date of purchase for discounted investments. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Futures contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Amsterdam Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | 163,550 | | | $ | (6,028 | ) |
AUD/USD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 581,080 | | | | 4,015 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 881,730 | | | | 45,330 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 190,200 | | | | 17,110 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 185,800 | | | | 12,890 | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 86,850 | | | | 17,160 | |
Brent Crude Oil Last Day | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 195,940 | | | | 7,990 | |
CAC40 10 Euro Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 223,858 | | | | (8,624 | ) |
CAD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 35 | | | | 2,758,875 | | | | 6,775 | |
CHF Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 15 | | | | 2,046,000 | | | | 6,325 | |
Cocoa Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 25,550 | | | | (2,790 | ) |
Coffee ‘C’ Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 960,713 | | | | (14,400 | ) |
Coffee ‘C’ Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 86,831 | | | | (1,369 | ) |
Coffee ‘C’ Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 86,269 | | | | (694 | ) |
Coffee Robusta Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 20,900 | | | | (1,060 | ) |
Copper Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 10 | | | | 1,113,625 | | | | (15,088 | ) |
Copper Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 111,350 | | | | (1,825 | ) |
Corn Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 38 | | | | 1,312,425 | | | | 69,838 | |
Corn Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 34 | | | | 1,150,900 | | | | 109,563 | |
Corn Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 31,113 | | | | 550 | |
Corn Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 182,175 | | | | 14,613 | |
Cotton No.2 Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 16 | | | | 952,960 | | | | 41,605 | |
DJIA Mini E-CBOT | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 676,800 | | | | (41,515 | ) |
Dollar Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 290,082 | | | | 2,921 | |
E-Mini Crude Oil | | | Apr-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 95,720 | | | | 3,295 | |
Emissions ICE | | | Dec-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 368,713 | | | | (34,994 | ) |
Euro STOXX 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 44,032 | | | | (4,042 | ) |
FTSE 100 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 60 | | | | 5,984,062 | | | | (13,221 | ) |
FTSE KLCI Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 18,983 | | | | 310 | |
FTSE Taiwan Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 185,400 | | | | (2,580 | ) |
FTSE/JSE TOP 40 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 180,223 | | | | 9,191 | |
FTSE/MIB Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 142,494 | | | | (10,304 | ) |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 17 | | | | 2,093,805 | | | | 125,659 | |
GBP Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 19 | | | | 1,593,031 | | | | (20,563 | ) |
Gold 100 Oz Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 31 | | | | 5,892,169 | | | | 84,394 | |
JPY Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 108,838 | | | | (6 | ) |
Kansas City Hard Red Winter Wheat Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 238,250 | | | | 20,538 | |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 6 | | | | 248,400 | | | | 3,640 | |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 15 | | | | 680,550 | | | | (14,340 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 452,560 | | | | (16,630 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Aug-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 164,580 | | | | (2,050 | ) |
Live Cattle Futures | | | Oct-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 114,160 | | | | (250 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 165 | | | | 13,917,749 | | | | 2,200,877 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 73 | | | | 6,142,037 | | | | 308,212 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,700 | | | | 18,065 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 169,350 | | | | 38,088 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,350 | | | | 17,638 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 168,613 | | | | 26,631 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | 84,388 | | | $ | 11,313 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,460 | | | | 9,825 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 168,950 | | | | 17,315 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 84,292 | | | | 2,701 | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 63 | | | | 15,622,424 | | | | 520,222 | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 17 | | | | 4,198,363 | | | | 33,764 | |
LME Copper Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,850 | | | | 9,650 | |
LME Copper Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,388 | | | | 4,118 | |
LME Copper Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 247,343 | | | | 1,518 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 18 | | | | 1,076,513 | | | | 25,066 | |
LME Lead Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 14 | | | | 835,013 | | | | 10,591 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 1,328,454 | | | | 251,169 | |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 1,015,938 | | | | 57,768 | |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 147,894 | | | | 27,894 | |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,958 | | | | 22,758 | |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,806 | | | | 14,350 | |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 146,397 | | | | 8,937 | |
LME Silver Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 227,570 | | | | 32,570 | |
LME Silver Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 226,914 | | | | 24,379 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 1,012,206 | | | | 93,347 | |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 10 | | | | 915,813 | | | | 12,607 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,942 | | | | 2,884 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,939 | | | | 4,114 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,925 | | | | 1,711 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,921 | | | | 3,721 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,810 | | | | 1,466 | |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 91,805 | | | | (807 | ) |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 11 | | | | 940,225 | | | | 70,325 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 249,000 | | | | 17,375 | |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 31,605 | | | | 505 | |
Mill Wheat Euro | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 14,543 | | | | 280 | |
MSCI EAFE Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 215,980 | | | | (4,450 | ) |
MSCI Singapore Exchange ETS | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 24,445 | | | | (144 | ) |
MXN Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 122 | | | | 2,966,430 | | | | 14,215 | |
Nasdaq 100 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 569,120 | | | | (89,148 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 9 | | | | 396,180 | | | | (2,560 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 221,000 | | | | (1,570 | ) |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 44,610 | | | | (1,700 | ) |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 10 | | | | 1,231,146 | | | | 144,273 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 239,114 | | | | 21,559 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 114,631 | | | | 4,717 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 110,569 | | | | 15,259 | |
Orange Juice Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 21,293 | | | | 1,013 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 468,406 | | | | 1,256 | |
Palm Oil Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 141,926 | | | | (24 | ) |
Rapeseed Euro | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 42,355 | | | | 2,285 | |
S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 266 | | | | 58,094,399 | | | | (3,224,619 | ) |
S&P/TSX 60 IX Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 1,006,233 | | | | 1,452 | |
SGX Iron Ore 62% Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 14,193 | | | | 218 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Long Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
SGX Nifty 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | $ | 201,360 | | | $ | (1,881 | ) |
Silver Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 852,810 | | | | 5,589 | |
Soybean Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 14 | | | | 1,145,725 | | | | 35,250 | |
Soybean Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 14 | | | | 1,131,550 | | | | 147,087 | |
Soybean Meal Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 357,040 | | | | 14,040 | |
Soybean Meal Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 44,250 | | | | (870 | ) |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 8 | | | | 348,096 | | | | 34,764 | |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 84,948 | | | | 4,416 | |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 38,676 | | | | 4,206 | |
SPI 200 Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | 510,081 | | | | 1,961 | |
STOXX Europe 600 Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 126,533 | | | | (1,592 | ) |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | May-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 99,120 | | | | (2,419 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 44 | | | | 5,607,250 | | | | 29,469 | |
U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 53 | | | | 6,268,905 | | | | 19,641 | |
USD/BRL Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 19,200 | | | | (10 | ) |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | May-22 | | | | 12 | | | | 560,400 | | | | 19,663 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jul-22 | | | | 19 | | | | 871,150 | | | | 54,625 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 45,238 | | | | 813 | |
Wheat (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Dec-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 44,975 | | | | 4,450 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 7 | | | | 670,040 | | | | 53,230 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | 187,000 | | | | 13,510 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 5 | | | | 454,900 | | | | 7,900 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 88,720 | | | | 2,710 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 3 | | | | 246,720 | | | | 27,560 | |
WTI Crude Futures IPE | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | 95,720 | | | | 4,120 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 1,654,550 | |
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
10-Year Mini Japanese Government Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 36 | | | $ | (4,714,304 | ) | | $ | 6,802 | |
1-Month SOFR Future | | | Jul-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (413,262 | ) | | | (1,042 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Sep-22 | | | | 82 | | | | (23,052,328 | ) | | | (33,287 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Mar-23 | | | | 7 | | | | (1,958,169 | ) | | | (2,397 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Jun-24 | | | | 4 | | | | (1,113,460 | ) | | | (2,355 | ) |
3-Month Euro Euribor | | | Jun-25 | | | | 1 | | | | (278,000 | ) | | | (224 | ) |
3-Month SOFR Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,050 | ) | | | 1,900 | |
3-Month SOFR Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (246,388 | ) | | | (588 | ) |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-23 | | | | 24 | | | | (7,894,906 | ) | | | 13,935 | |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Dec-23 | | | | 8 | | | | (2,632,306 | ) | | | 12,610 | |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Mar-24 | | | | 8 | | | | (2,634,587 | ) | | | 11,537 | |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Jun-24 | | | | 7 | | | | (2,307,376 | ) | | | 7,613 | |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-24 | | | | 18 | | | | (5,937,479 | ) | | | (604 | ) |
3-Month SONIA Index Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 12 | | | | (3,961,941 | ) | | | (3,421 | ) |
90-DAY Bank Bill | | | Sep-22 | | | | 23 | | | | (16,670,390 | ) | | | (2,798 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-23 | | | | 25 | | | | (6,115,938 | ) | | | 32,300 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Sep-22 | | | | 83 | | | | (20,459,499 | ) | | | 17,913 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-24 | | | | 24 | | | $ | (5,879,400 | ) | | $ | 14,725 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Mar-24 | | | | 7 | | | | (1,713,513 | ) | | | 6,938 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Dec-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (1,474,125 | ) | | | 3,388 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-24 | | | | 14 | | | | (3,428,775 | ) | | | 3,150 | |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-26 | | | | 1 | | | | (244,988 | ) | | | (525 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Jun-25 | | | | 2 | | | | (490,125 | ) | | | (1,025 | ) |
90-DAY Eurodollar Futures | | | Mar-23 | | | | 11 | | | | (2,697,200 | ) | | | (6,100 | ) |
AUD/USD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 50 | | | | (3,631,750 | ) | | | (54,181 | ) |
Australian 10-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 46 | | | | (4,494,632 | ) | | | 65,181 | |
Australian 3-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 70 | | | | (5,740,802 | ) | | | 24,019 | |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Sep-23 | | | | 10 | | | | (1,922,978 | ) | | | 3,501 | |
Bank Acceptance Futures | | | Mar-23 | | | | 4 | | | | (770,966 | ) | | | 680 | |
CAC40 10 Euro Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (223,858 | ) | | | (3,857 | ) |
CAD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 60 | | | | (4,729,500 | ) | | | (7,290 | ) |
Canada 5-Year Bond Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (95,582 | ) | | | (615 | ) |
Canadian 10-Year Bond Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 40 | | | | (4,313,057 | ) | | | (14,209 | ) |
CHF Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 33 | | | | (4,501,200 | ) | | | (33,288 | ) |
Cocoa Futures ICE | | | May-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (45,343 | ) | | | 1,784 | |
DAX Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (1,624,919 | ) | | | 8,858 | |
DJIA Mini E-CBOT | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (169,200 | ) | | | (4,195 | ) |
EUR Foreign Exchange Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 180 | | | | (25,259,624 | ) | | | 164,656 | |
Euro BUXL 30-Year Bond Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (1,108,806 | ) | | | 26,260 | |
Euro STOXX 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 36 | | | | (1,585,137 | ) | | | 45,596 | |
Euro/JPY Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (841,169 | ) | | | 6,709 | |
Euro-Bobl Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 101 | | | | (14,932,680 | ) | | | 33,368 | |
Euro-BTP Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 20 | | | | (3,165,295 | ) | | | 48,404 | |
Euro-Bund Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 65 | | | | (12,174,108 | ) | | | 58,675 | |
Euro-Oat Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 26 | | | | (4,614,267 | ) | | | 103,839 | |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 115 | | | | (14,440,439 | ) | | | (55,810 | ) |
FTSE China A50 Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 41 | | | | (604,217 | ) | | | 2,192 | |
FTSE/MIB Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (142,494 | ) | | | 3,212 | |
GBP Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 25 | | | | (2,096,094 | ) | | | (14,181 | ) |
Hang Seng China Enterprises Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 12 | | | | (616,615 | ) | | | 16,181 | |
Hang Seng Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 39 | | | | (5,653,667 | ) | | | 46,119 | |
IBEX 35 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (95,142 | ) | | | 2,026 | |
JPN 10-Year Bond (Osaka Securities Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 17 | | | | (22,254,598 | ) | | | 5,741 | |
JPY Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 112 | | | | (12,189,800 | ) | | | 116,525 | |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 64 | | | | (5,384,800 | ) | | | (165,468 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 165 | | | | (13,917,750 | ) | | | (2,044,763 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,222 | ) | | | 1,766 | |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,475 | ) | | | (2,771 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,292 | ) | | | (3,317 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,460 | ) | | | (7,172 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,388 | ) | | | (9,751 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,350 | ) | | | (17,675 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (84,700 | ) | | | (19,013 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (168,613 | ) | | | (24,361 | ) |
LME Aluminum Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (169,350 | ) | | | (27,367 | ) |
LME Copper Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 19 | | | | (4,692,288 | ) | | | 12,323 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
LME Copper Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 63 | | | $ | (15,622,425 | ) | | $ | (435,846 | ) |
LME Copper Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,388 | ) | | | (1,613 | ) |
LME Copper Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (247,850 | ) | | | (10,190 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Jun-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (119,288 | ) | | | (6,898 | ) |
LME Lead Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 18 | | | | (1,076,513 | ) | | | (86,566 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 9 | | | | (1,328,454 | ) | | | (111,998 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (147,894 | ) | | | (9,156 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,397 | ) | | | (10,047 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,806 | ) | | | (14,056 | ) |
LME Nickel Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (146,958 | ) | | | (14,509 | ) |
LME Silver Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (227,570 | ) | | | (24,125 | ) |
LME Silver Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (226,914 | ) | | | (26,664 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward | | | Mar-22 | | | | 11 | | | | (1,012,206 | ) | | | (45,554 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,805 | ) | | | (1,505 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,921 | ) | | | (1,751 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,801 | ) | | | (1,801 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,939 | ) | | | (3,026 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,925 | ) | | | (5,050 | ) |
LME Zinc Forward — 90 Day Settlement | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (91,942 | ) | | | (6,704 | ) |
Long Gilt Futures | | | Jun-22 | | | | 103 | | | | (17,006,614 | ) | | | (68,055 | ) |
Micro EUR/USD Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (28,066 | ) | | | 214 | |
Milk Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (44,100 | ) | | | 900 | |
Mini H-Shares Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (10,277 | ) | | | 165 | |
Mini HSI Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (115,973 | ) | | | 2,612 | |
Mini TOPIX Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (32,897 | ) | | | (670 | ) |
MSCI Emerging Markets Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (411,425 | ) | | | 8,400 | |
Nasdaq 100 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (1,138,240 | ) | | | 32,935 | |
Natural Gas Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (44,020 | ) | | | 920 | |
Nikkei 225 (Osaka Securities Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (462,054 | ) | | | 9,829 | |
Nikkei 225 (Singapore Exchange) | | | Mar-22 | | | | 31 | | | | (3,579,568 | ) | | | 54,495 | |
Nikkei 225 Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 5 | | | | (115,513 | ) | | | 7,002 | |
Nikkei/Yen Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (115,905 | ) | | | (3,936 | ) |
NZD Currency Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 26 | | | | (1,758,380 | ) | | | (9,380 | ) |
OMX Stockholm 30 Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 6 | | | | (323,807 | ) | | | 3,360 | |
Rough Rice Futures | | | May-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (31,370 | ) | | | (710 | ) |
Russell 2000 E-Mini | | | Mar-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (306,675 | ) | | | (8,190 | ) |
S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 4 | | | | (873,600 | ) | | | (9,750 | ) |
SGX Nifty 50 | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (67,120 | ) | | | (623 | ) |
Short BTP Future | | | Mar-22 | | | | 15 | | | | (1,894,804 | ) | | | (11,538 | ) |
SPI 200 Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (892,642 | ) | | | (11,802 | ) |
STOXX Europe 600 Banks Index | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | | (7,882 | ) | | | 95 | |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | | | May-22 | | | | 93 | | | | (1,843,632 | ) | | | (9,441 | ) |
Topix Index Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 2 | | | | (328,970 | ) | | | 870 | |
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 89 | | | | (11,341,938 | ) | | | (96,289 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 28 | | | | (6,026,344 | ) | | | (20,281 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 161 | | | | (19,043,280 | ) | | | (73,906 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 30 | | | | (4,700,625 | ) | | | (67,809 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Ultra 10-Year Notes | | | Jun-22 | | | | 7 | | | | (989,297 | ) | | | (11,844 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Ultra Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | | | Jun-22 | | | | 3 | | | | (557,813 | ) | | | (7,352 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | | Expiration Date | | | Number of Contracts | | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
USD/CHN Futures | | | Mar-22 | | | | 1 | | | $ | (100,011 | ) | | $ | 915 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | Apr-22 | | | | 12 | | | | (1,148,640 | ) | | | (18,100 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (2,757,247 | ) |
Total Futures Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (1,102,697 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Forward foreign currency contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Currency Purchased | | | | | Currency Sold | | | | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
AUD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 16,545,224 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | $ | 1,344 | |
AUD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | NZD | | | 214,615 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 55 | |
AUD | | | 1,383,100 | | | | | | EUR | | | 875,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 23,337 | |
AUD | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 81,952,920 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 13,425 | |
AUD | | | 3,000,000 | | | | | | NZD | | | 3,212,059 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,829 | |
BRL | | | 6,233,426 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,150,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 54,622 | |
CAD | | | 4,974,014 | | | | | | USD | | | 3,907,946 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 16,338 | |
CAD | | | 4,974,014 | | | | | | USD | | | 3,915,369 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 8,928 | |
CAD | | | 1,805,978 | | | | | | AUD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (27,794 | ) |
CAD | | | 1,819,639 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,250,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 33,860 | |
CAD | | | 800,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 72,338,736 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,906 | |
CAD | | | 1,300,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,023,966 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,688 | |
CHF | | | 260,095 | | | | | | USD | | | 280,729 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 2,888 | |
CHF | | | 140,941 | | | | | | USD | | | 153,564 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 129 | |
CHF | | | 1,849,936 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,750,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 54,993 | |
CHF | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 124,535,300 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 7,246 | |
CLP | | | 81,310,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,704 | |
CLP | | | 82,859,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 3,629 | |
CLP | | | 80,176,856 | | | | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 200 | |
CLP | | | 749,170,973 | | | | | | USD | | | 900,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 35,538 | |
CLP | | | 79,854,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (307 | ) |
CLP | | | 78,598,856 | | | | | | USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 25 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,963 | ) |
CNH | | | 1,264,244 | | | | | | USD | | | 200,215 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (86 | ) |
CNH | | | 17,202,969 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,700,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 22,801 | |
CNH | | | 15,355,331 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 28,040 | |
COP | | | 2,594,596,500 | | | | | | USD | | | 650,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 7,873 | |
CZK | | | 20,353,424 | | | | | | EUR | | | 800,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 7,849 | |
EUR | | | 2,743,225 | | | | | | USD | | | 3,086,441 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (10,481 | ) |
EUR | | | 2,501,258 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,803,160 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,588 | |
EUR | | | 200,000 | | | | | | HUF | | | 72,235,248 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 6,615 | |
EUR | | | 600,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 78,977,916 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (14,169 | ) |
EUR | | | 200,000 | | | | | | PLN | | | 920,365 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,108 | |
EUR | | | 1,125,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 11,774,339 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 18,438 | |
EUR | | | 500,000 | | | | | | CZK | | | 12,373,839 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 10,534 | |
EUR | | | 600,000 | | | | | | HUF | | | 220,961,561 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 8,229 | |
EUR | | | 1,450,000 | | | | | | NOK | | | 14,689,267 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (39,127 | ) |
EUR | | | 1,550,000 | | | | | | PLN | | | 7,198,075 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 26,621 | |
EUR | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 24,992,869 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 53,103 | |
GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 77,240,821 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,117 | ) |
GBP | | | 6,260,801 | | | | | | USD | | | 8,381,269 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 17,699 | |
GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 77,025,609 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 749 | |
GBP | | | 3,747,895 | | | | | | USD | | | 5,023,667 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 4,230 | |
GBP | | | 3,747,895 | | | | | | USD | | | 5,022,217 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,714 | |
GBP | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | AUD | | | 1,902,337 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (40,168 | ) |
GBP | | | 250,000 | | | | | | CHF | | | 311,594 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (4,428 | ) |
GBP | | | 1,526,063 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,800,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 28,728 | |
GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 77,644,205 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (4,646 | ) |
GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 671,698 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (927 | ) |
HUF | | | 35,692,196 | | | | | | EUR | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (4,589 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | | | | Currency Sold | | | | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
HUF | | | 286,762,446 | | | | | | EUR | | | 800,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | $ | (34,605 | ) |
ILS | | | 1,918,246 | | | | | | USD | | | 600,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,480 | ) |
ILS | | | 1,250,714 | | | | | | USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (10,279 | ) |
INR | | | 180,174,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,405,230 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (14,737 | ) |
INR | | | 181,441,200 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,460 | |
INR | | | 135,947,058 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,800,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,059 | |
INR | | | 180,160,800 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (13,465 | ) |
INR | | | 60,599,160 | | | | | | USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | | | | Apr 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 936 | |
JPY | | | 16,639,216 | | | | | | AUD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (526 | ) |
JPY | | | 271,075,600 | | | | | | EUR | | | 2,092,440 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 11,697 | |
JPY | | | 77,497,103 | | | | | | GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 3,346 | |
JPY | | | 554,975,230 | | | | | | USD | | | 4,799,123 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 28,298 | |
JPY | | | 409,053,760 | | | | | | USD | | | 3,559,156 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (964 | ) |
JPY | | | 18,013,720 | | | | | | CAD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,094 | ) |
JPY | | | 77,237,350 | | | | | | GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,107 | |
JPY | | | 15,306,430 | | | | | | NZD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,163 | ) |
JPY | | | 112,500,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 973,729 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 4,895 | |
KRW | | | 2,407,802,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,008,678 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (6,298 | ) |
KRW | | | 2,399,200,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (5,141 | ) |
KRW | | | 1,132,933,100 | | | | | | USD | | | 950,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (8,098 | ) |
KRW | | | 2,388,060,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (14,639 | ) |
MXN | | | 9,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 440,929 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,569 | ) |
MXN | | | 30,500,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,481,639 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 6,576 | |
NOK | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 1,068,651 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 609 | |
NOK | | | 500,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 533,656 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 374 | |
NOK | | | 7,563,501 | | | | | | EUR | | | 750,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 16,871 | |
NOK | | | 12,000,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 12,455,004 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 46,147 | |
NOK | | | 1,789,298 | | | | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 2,962 | |
NOK | | | 20,312,022 | | | | | | EUR | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 59,749 | |
NZD | | | 214,145 | | | | | | AUD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (373 | ) |
NZD | | | 470 | | | | | | USD | | | 317 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1 | |
NZD | | | 214,621 | | | | | | AUD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (61 | ) |
NZD | | | 1,600,000 | | | | | | JPY | | | 121,777,150 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 23,166 | |
PLN | | | 843,694 | | | | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 961 | |
PLN | | | 468,457 | | | | | | EUR | | | 100,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (559 | ) |
PLN | | | 1,590,010 | | | | | | USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (21,355 | ) |
PLN | | | 8,933,401 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,950,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (62,576 | ) |
RUB | | | 116,485,551 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,539,806 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (476,848 | ) |
SEK | | | 1,061,498 | | | | | | NOK | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,365 | ) |
SEK | | | 7,153 | | | | | | USD | | | 755 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1 | |
SEK | | | 1,068,561 | | | | | | NOK | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (610 | ) |
SEK | | | 1,869,516 | | | | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,613 | ) |
SEK | | | 12,483,074 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (27,963 | ) |
SGD | | | 1,631,714 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,207,144 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (3,561 | ) |
SGD | | | 5,399,160 | | | | | | USD | | | 4,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (17,600 | ) |
SGD | | | 1,148,358 | | | | | | USD | | | 850,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (3,025 | ) |
THB | | | 24,850,529 | | | | | | USD | | | 750,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 10,557 | |
TRY | | | 4,146,343 | | | | | | USD | | | 300,209 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,413 | ) |
TRY | | | 5,483,230 | | | | | | USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (13,176 | ) |
TRY | | | 2,963,774 | | | | | | USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,762 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | | | | Currency Sold | | | | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
TWD | | | 19,456,150 | | | | | | USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | $ | (5,997 | ) |
TWD | | | 15,107,433 | | | | | | USD | | | 550,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (11,113 | ) |
TWD | | | 19,484,710 | | | | | | USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (4,973 | ) |
TWD | | | 19,466,020 | | | | | | USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (5,633 | ) |
TWD | | | 13,980,973 | | | | | | USD | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | Apr 06 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,248 | ) |
USD | | | 852,970 | | | | | | AUD | | | 1,200,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (18,618 | ) |
USD | | | 350,000 | | | | | | BRL | | | 2,037,065 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (43,667 | ) |
USD | | | 3,915,313 | | | | | | CAD | | | 4,974,014 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (8,971 | ) |
USD | | | 1,261,299 | | | | | | CAD | | | 1,600,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,045 | ) |
USD | | | 281,008 | | | | | | CHF | | | 260,095 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,609 | ) |
USD | | | 152,093 | | | | | | CHF | | | 140,941 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,600 | ) |
USD | | | 153,568 | | | | | | CHF | | | 140,941 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (131 | ) |
USD | | | 270,743 | | | | | | CHF | | | 250,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,898 | ) |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 80,319,144 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (464 | ) |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 81,391,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,793 | ) |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 83,001,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (3,730 | ) |
USD | | | 950,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 807,973,176 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (58,967 | ) |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 80,273,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 18 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (216 | ) |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 79,982,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 225 | |
USD | | | 100,000 | | | | | | CLP | | | 79,554,144 | | | | | | | | Mar 25 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 772 | |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | CNH | | | 1,264,244 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (130 | ) |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | CNH | | | 1,263,221 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 64 | |
USD | | | 1,000,000 | | | | | | CNH | | | 6,392,544 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (10,812 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | | COP | | | 3,193,583,713 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (9,749 | ) |
USD | | | 728,508 | | | | | | EUR | | | 650,785 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,213 | ) |
USD | | | 2,815,976 | | | | | | EUR | | | 2,501,258 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 11,229 | |
USD | | | 2,803,225 | | | | | | EUR | | | 2,501,258 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,626 | ) |
USD | | | 1,431,333 | | | | | | EUR | | | 1,250,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 29,561 | |
USD | | | 8,387,594 | | | | | | GBP | | | 6,260,801 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (11,374 | ) |
USD | | | 5,022,179 | | | | | | GBP | | | 3,747,895 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (5,718 | ) |
USD | | | 669,128 | | | | | | GBP | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,644 | ) |
USD | | | 1,100,000 | | | | | | HUF | | | 340,145,410 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 75,029 | |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | ILS | | | 653,339 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (3,511 | ) |
USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | | ILS | | | 1,266,257 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,436 | |
USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | INR | | | 180,174,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 9,507 | |
USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | INR | | | 179,973,600 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 13,997 | |
USD | | | 1,300,000 | | | | | | INR | | | 98,787,218 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (8,757 | ) |
USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | INR | | | 181,657,200 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (6,357 | ) |
USD | | | 2,400,000 | | | | | | INR | | | 180,385,200 | | | | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 12,442 | |
USD | | | 7,154,712 | | | | | | JPY | | | 826,401,104 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (33,692 | ) |
USD | | | 4,841,903 | | | | | | JPY | | | 559,053,760 | | | | | | | | Mar 02 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (21,077 | ) |
USD | | | 3,559,174 | | | | | | JPY | | | 409,053,760 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 923 | |
USD | | | 978,659 | | | | | | JPY | | | 112,500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 35 | |
USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | KRW | | | 2,407,802,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 03 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,380 | ) |
USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | KRW | | | 2,398,140,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 6,022 | |
USD | | | 2,050,000 | | | | | | KRW | | | 2,438,972,529 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 22,278 | |
USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | KRW | | | 2,399,800,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 4,879 | |
USD | | | 2,000,000 | | | | | | KRW | | | 2,388,660,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 24 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 14,377 | |
USD | | | 441,323 | | | | | | MXN | | | 9,000,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,963 | |
USD | | | 1,047,154 | | | | | | MXN | | | 21,500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (1,916 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | | | | Currency Sold | | | | | | Expiration Date | | | Counterparty | | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 200,000 | | | | | | NOK | | | 1,761,455 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | $ | 197 | |
USD | | | 993,737 | | | | | | NZD | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (21,099 | ) |
USD | | | 203,418 | | | | | | PLN | | | 843,694 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 2,457 | |
USD | | | 1,400,000 | | | | | | PLN | | | 5,621,767 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 61,234 | |
USD | | | 1,500,000 | | | | | | RUB | | | 116,485,551 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 437,042 | |
USD | | | 1,200,000 | | | | | | SEK | | | 10,965,684 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 42,222 | |
USD | | | 1,200,000 | | | | | | SGD | | | 1,631,714 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (3,583 | ) |
USD | | | 2,800,000 | | | | | | SGD | | | 3,792,701 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 2,518 | |
USD | | | 850,000 | | | | | | SGD | | | 1,160,854 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (6,192 | ) |
USD | | | 800,000 | | | | | | THB | | | 26,915,758 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (23,764 | ) |
USD | | | 300,000 | | | | | | TRY | | | 4,146,343 | | | | | | | | Mar 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 1,204 | |
USD | | | 400,000 | | | | | | TRY | | | 5,410,638 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 18,297 | |
USD | | | 500,000 | | | | | | TRY | | | 7,385,799 | | | | | | | | Apr 21 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 8,477 | |
USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | TWD | | | 19,500,810 | | | | | | | | Mar 10 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 4,404 | |
USD | | | 1,300,000 | | | | | | TWD | | | 35,963,413 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 17,172 | |
USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | TWD | | | 19,482,820 | | | | | | | | Mar 17 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 5,040 | |
USD | | | 700,000 | | | | | | TWD | | | 19,641,470 | | | | | | | | Apr 01 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (645 | ) |
USD | | | 450,000 | | | | | | ZAR | | | 7,234,355 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (19,482 | ) |
ZAR | | | 4,583,603 | | | | | | USD | | | 300,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 04 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | (2,049 | ) |
ZAR | | | 7,803,666 | | | | | | USD | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | | | | SOCIETE GENERALE | | | | 6,428 | |
Total Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 290,618 | |
AUD | Australian Dollar | | LME | London Mercantile Exchange |
BRL | Brazilian Real | | MIB | Milano Indice di Borsa |
CAD | Canadian Dollar | | MXN | Mexican Peso |
CHF | Swiss Franc | | NOK | Norwegian Krone |
CLP | Chilean Peso | | NZD | New Zealand Dollar |
CNH | Chinese Yuan Renminbi | | OMX | Stockholm Stock Exchange |
COP | Colombian Peso | | PHP | Philippine Peso |
CZK | Czech Koruna | | PLN | Polish Zloty |
DAX | Deutscher Aktienindex | | RBOB | Reformulated Blendstock for Oxygenate Blending |
DJIA | Dow Jones Industrial Average | | RUB | Russian Ruble |
EUR | Euro | | SEK | Swedish Krona |
FTSE | Financial Times Stock Exchange | | SGD | Singapore Dollar |
GBP | British Pound | | THB | Thai Baht |
HUF | Hungarian Forint | | TRY | Turkish Lira |
ILS | Israeli New Shekel | | TWD | Taiwan Dollar |
INR | Indian Rupee | | USD | United States Dollar |
JPY | Japanese Yen | | WTI | West Texas Intermediate |
KRW | Korean Won | | ZAR | South African Rand |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Statement of Assets And Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $106,371,646) | | $ | 106,334,992 | |
Foreign currency deposits with broker for futures contracts (cost $576,259) | | | 576,623 | |
Deposits with broker for forward foreign currency contracts | | | 329,605 | |
Deposits with broker for futures contracts | | | 17,071,517 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 1,027,420 | |
Interest and dividends receivable | | | 36 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 1,561,781 | |
Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 6,251,855 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 37,821 | |
Total assets | | $ | 133,191,650 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Due to broker | | | 577,351 | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 144,876 | |
Administration and accounting services fees | | | 16,787 | |
Captial shares redeemed | | | 1,512 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 1,271,163 | |
Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 7,354,552 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 490,776 | |
Total liabilities | | $ | 9,857,017 | |
Net assets | | $ | 123,334,633 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 11,283 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 132,856,526 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (9,533,176 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 123,334,633 | |
| | | | |
CLASS A SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,191 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 201 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 10.93 | |
Maxium offering price per share (100/94.25 of $11.28) | | $ | 11.34 | |
| | | | |
CLASS I SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 123,244,903 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 11,274,777 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 10.93 | |
| | | | |
CLASS C SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 87,539 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 8,041 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 10.88 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Statement of Operations
For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 28,300 | |
Total investment income | | | 28,300 | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 957,265 | |
Administration and accounting services fees (Note 2) | | | 46,671 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 32,289 | |
Legal fees | | | 24,880 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 19,610 | |
Director fees | | | 9,819 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 5,978 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 3,067 | |
Officer fees | | | 3,093 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 3,375 | |
Distribution fees (Class C Shares) (Note 2) | | | 188 | |
Other expenses | | | 5,621 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1,111,856 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements (Note 2) | | | (143,548 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 968,308 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (940,008 | ) |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | |
Investments | | | (5,375 | ) |
Futures contracts | | | 5,928,870 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | (36,266 | ) |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | (1,040,834 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | |
Investments | | | (33,964 | ) |
Futures contracts | | | (4,082,542 | ) |
Foreign currency translations | | | (445 | ) |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | 520,907 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 1,250,351 | |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | 310,343 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (940,008 | ) | | $ | (1,040,349 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments, futures contracts, foreign currency transactions and forward foreign currency contracts | | | 4,846,395 | | | | 10,135,593 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments, futures contracts, foreign currency translations and forward foreign currency contracts | | | (3,596,044 | ) | | | (7,494 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 310,343 | | | | 9,087,750 | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (10,931,120 | ) | | | (4,134,208 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (10,931,120 | ) | | | (4,134,208 | ) |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 2,248 | | | | — | |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 2,248 | | | | — | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 44,116,388 | | | | 52,031,717 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 10,666,118 | | | | 4,109,948 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (15,567,203 | ) | | | (4,018,611 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | 39,215,303 | | | | 52,123,054 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 139,160 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (49,487 | ) | | | — | |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 89,673 | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 39,307,224 | | | | 52,123,054 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 28,686,447 | | | | 57,076,596 | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 94,648,186 | | | | 37,571,590 | |
End of period | | $ | 123,334,633 | | | $ | 94,648,186 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded)
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 201 | | | | — | |
Total Class A Shares | | | 201 | | | | — | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,791,035 | | | | 4,470,348 | |
Shares Reinvested | | | 957,461 | | | | 397,480 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,376,910 | ) | | | (359,377 | ) |
Total Class I Shares | | | 3,371,586 | | | | 4,508,451 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 12,519 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (4,478 | ) | | | — | |
Total Class C Shares | | | 8,041 | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 3,379,828 | | | | 4,508,451 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class A Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the period. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)(1) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.21 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.01 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (0.27 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.28 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.93 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (2.50 | )%(4) |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 2 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 2.04 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(6) | | | 2.04 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 2.31 | %(5) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.99 | )%(5) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 0 | %(4) |
(1) | Inception date of Class A Shares of the Fund was February 16, 2022. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each year reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect any applicable sales charge. |
(6) | The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.04% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I Shares outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Period Ended August 31, 2018(1) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.98 | | | $ | 11.07 | | | $ | 10.94 | | | $ | 10.65 | | | $ | 10.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.01 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 0.23 | | | | 2.21 | | | | 1.38 | | | | 1.09 | | | | 0.66 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.13 | | | | 2.00 | | | | 1.30 | | | | 1.11 | | | | 0.65 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.96 | ) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.84 | ) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.18 | ) | | | (1.09 | ) | | | (1.17 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.93 | | | $ | 11.98 | | | $ | 11.07 | | | $ | 10.94 | | | $ | 10.65 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | 0.89 | % | | | 19.72 | % | | | 13.97 | % | | | 12.20 | % | | | 6.50 | %(4) |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 123,245 | | | $ | 94,948 | | | $ | 37,572 | | | $ | 28,242 | | | $ | 21,608 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 1.79 | %(5) | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(6) | | | 1.79 | %(5) | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.79 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 2.06% | (5) | | | 2.28 | % | | | 2.45 | % | | | 2.27 | % | | | 2.84 | %(5) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.74 | )%(5) | | | (1.80 | )% | | | (0.76 | )% | | | 0.25 | % | | | (0.25 | )%(5) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 0 | %(4) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | %(4) |
(1) | Inception date of Class I Shares of the Fund was April 11, 2018. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(6) | The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 1.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Concluded)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class C Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the period. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)(1) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 12.51 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.09 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (0.36 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.45 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.34 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.84 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.18 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.88 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (3.74 | )%(4) |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 88 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 2.79 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements (excluding interest expense)(6) | | | 2.79 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements (including interest expense)(6) | | | 3.06 | %(5) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (2.74 | )%(5) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 0 | %(4) |
(1) | Inception date of Class C Shares of the Fund was November 8, 2021. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(6) | The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired Fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) to 2.79% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on April 11, 2018. The Fund is authorized to offer three classes of shares, Class A Shares, Class I Shares and Class C Shares. Class A Shares are sold subject to a front-end maximum sales charge of 5.75%. Front-end sales charges may be reduced or waived under certain circumstances.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating its assets between a “Managed Futures” strategy, a “Long U.S. Equity” strategy and a “Fixed Income” strategy.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services – Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
Consolidation of Subsidiaries — The Managed Futures strategy is achieved by the Fund investing up to 25% of its total assets in ACMAF Master Offshore Limited (the “Cayman Subsidiary”), a wholly-owned and controlled subsidiary of the Fund organized under the acts of the Cayman Islands. Effective on or about November 12, 2020, the Fund’s previous wholly-owned subsidiary, the Abbey Capital Multi Asset Offshore Fund Limited, became a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Cayman Subsidiary through a share exchange between the Fund and the Cayman Subsidiary and registered as a segregated portfolio company under the acts of the Cayman Islands under the name ACMAF Offshore SPC (the “SPC”). The Cayman Subsidiary invests all or substantially all of its assets in segregated portfolios of the SPC. The Cayman Subsidiary serves solely as an intermediate entity through which the Fund invests in the SPC and makes no independent investment decisions and has no investment or other discretion over the Fund’s investable assets.
Effective on or about July 8, 2021, the Fund may also invest a portion of its assets in segregated series of another wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund, the ACMAF Onshore Series LLC (the “Onshore Subsidiary”), a Delaware series limited liability company.
The consolidated financial statements of the Fund include the financial statements of the Cayman Subsidiary, the Onshore Subsidiary and SPC. The Fund consolidates the results of subsidiaries in which the Fund holds a controlling financial interest. All inter-company accounts and transactions have been eliminated. As of the end of the reporting period, the net assets of the Cayman Subsidiary and SPC were $25,067,070, which represented $20.32% of the Fund’s net assets. As of the end of the reporting period, the net assets of the Onshore Subsidiary were $16,327,558, which represented 13.24% of the Fund’s net assets.
Portfolio Valuation — The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Forward exchange contracts are valued by interpolating between spot and forward currency rates as quoted by an independent pricing service. Futures contracts are generally valued using the settlement price determined by the relevant exchange. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
Fair Value Measurements — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 – | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 – | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 – | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
Short-Term Investments | | $ | 106,334,992 | | | $ | 106,334,992 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 5,120,135 | | | | 5,120,135 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 256,861 | | | | 256,861 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | 1,561,781 | | | | — | | | | 1,561,781 | | | | — | |
Futures Contracts | | | 323,270 | | | | 323,270 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 551,589 | | | | 551,589 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 114,148,628 | | | $ | 112,586,847 | | | $ | 1,561,781 | | | $ | — | |
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | $ | (3,282,408 | ) | | $ | (3,282,408 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (3,451,171 | ) | | | (3,451,171 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | (1,271,163 | ) | | | — | | | | (1,271,163 | ) | | | — | |
Futures Contracts | | | (138,899 | ) | | | (138,899 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (482,074 | ) | | | (482,074 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (8,625,715 | ) | | $ | (7,354,552 | ) | | $ | (1,271,163 | ) | | $ | — | |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
Disclosures about Derivative instruments and Hedging Activities — Derivative instruments are defined as financial instruments whose value and performance are based on the value and performance of another security or financial instrument. Derivative instruments that the Fund used during the period include forward foreign currency contracts and futures contracts.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund used long and short contracts on U.S. and foreign equity market indices, U.S. and foreign government bonds, foreign currencies, interest rates and commodities (through investment in the Cayman Subsidiary, the SPC and the Onshore Subsidiary), to gain investment exposure in accordance with its investment objective.
The following tables provide quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of, and gains and losses on, the Fund’s derivative instruments as of and for the current fiscal period.
The following tables list the fair values of the Fund’s derivative holdings and location on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities as of the end of the reporting period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Asset Derivatives |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,561,781 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,561,781 | |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | | 256,861 | | | | 551,589 | | | | 323,270 | | | | 5,120,135 | | | | 6,251,855 | |
Total Value- Assets | | | | | | $ | 256,861 | | | $ | 551,589 | | | $ | 1,885,051 | | | $ | 5,120,135 | | | $ | 7,813,636 | |
Liability Derivatives |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | (1,271,163 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (1,271,163 | ) |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | | (3,451,171 | ) | | | (482,074 | ) | | | (138,899 | ) | | | (3,282,408 | ) | | | (7,354,552 | ) |
Total Value- Liabilities | | $ | (3,451,171 | ) | | $ | (482,074 | ) | | $ | (1,410,062 | ) | | $ | (3,282,408 | ) | | $ | (8,625,715 | ) |
(a) | This amount represents the cumulative appreciation/(depreciation) of forwards and futures contracts as reported on the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. |
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table lists the amounts of realized gains/(losses) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Realized Gain/(Loss) |
Futures Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from Futures Contracts | | | $ | 2,714,672 | | | $ | 980,675 | | | $ | (87,806 | ) | | $ | 2,321,329 | | | $ | 5,928,870 | |
Forward Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (1,040,834 | ) | | | — | | | | (1,040,834 | ) |
Total Realized Gain/(Loss) | | $ | 2,714,672 | | | $ | 980,675 | | | $ | (1,128,640 | ) | | $ | 2,321,329 | | | $ | 4,888,036 | |
The following table lists the amounts of change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Total | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) |
Futures Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on futures contracts | | | $ | (5,987,277 | ) | | $ | 182,046 | | | $ | 229,049 | | | $ | 1,493,640 | | | $ | (4,082,542 | ) |
Forward Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 520,907 | | | | — | | | | 520,907 | |
Total Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) | | $ | (5,987,277 | ) | | $ | 182,046 | | | $ | 749,956 | | | $ | 1,493,640 | | | $ | (3,561,635 | ) |
During the current fiscal period, the Fund’s quarterly average volume of derivatives was as follows:
Long Futures Notional Amount | Short Futures Notional Amount | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — Payable (Value at Trade Date) | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — Receivable (Value at Trade Date) |
$299,449,745 | $(229,945,692) | $(200,628,368) | $200,554,042 |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset fair value amounts recognized for derivative instruments and fair value amounts recognized for the right to reclaim cash collateral (receivables) or the obligation to return cash collateral (payables) arising from derivative instruments recognized at fair value executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following is a summary of financial and derivative instruments that are subject to enforceable master netting agreements (or similar arrangements) and collateral received and pledged in connection with the master netting agreements (or similar arrangements).
| | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | |
Description | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Received | | | Net Amount(1) | | | | | | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Pledged(2) | | | Net Amount(3) | |
| | Assets | | | | | | | Liabilities | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | $ | 1,561,781 | | | $ | (1,271,163 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | $290,618 | | | | | | | $ | 1,271,163 | | | $ | (1,271,163 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
| (1) | Net amount represents the net amount receivable from the counterparty in the event of default. |
| (2) | Actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount shown. |
| (3) | Net amount represents the net amount payable to the counterparty in the event of default. |
Use of Estimates — The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
Investment Transactions, Investment Income and Expenses — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders and recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. Tax Status — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The Cayman Subsidiary is registered as an “exempted company” and the SPC as an “exempted segregated portfolio company” pursuant to the Companies Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands (as amended). Each of the Cayman Subsidiary and the SPC has received an undertaking from the Governor in Cabinet of the Cayman Islands to the effect that, for a period of twenty years from the date of the undertaking, no act that thereafter is enacted in the Cayman Islands imposing any tax or duty to be levied on profits, income or on gains or appreciation, or any tax in the nature of estate duty or inheritance tax, will apply to any property comprised in or any income arising under the Cayman Subsidiary or the SPC, or to the shareholders thereof, in respect of any such property or income. For U.S. federal income tax purposes, the Cayman Subsidiary is treated as a “controlled foreign corporation” and the SPC is treated as disregarded from its owner, the Cayman Subsidiary, for U.S. income tax purposes. The Onshore Subsidiary is treated as an entity disregarded from its owner, the Fund, for U.S. income tax purposes.
Foreign Currency Translation — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Fund does not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Currency Risk —Investment in foreign securities involves currency risk associated with securities that trade or are denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar and which may be affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates. An increase in the strength of the U.S. dollar relative to a foreign currency may cause the U.S. dollar value of an investment in that country to decline. Foreign currencies also are subject to risks caused by inflation, interest rates, budget deficits and low savings rates, political factors and government controls. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts may limit potential gains from a favorable change in value between the U.S. dollar and foreign currencies. Unanticipated changes in currency pricing may result in poorer overall performance for the Fund than if it had not engaged in these contracts.
Commodity Sector Risk — Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Fund to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity, such as drought, floods, weather, livestock disease, embargoes, tariffs and international economic, political and regulatory developments. The prices of energy, industrial metals, precious metals, agriculture and livestock sector commodities may fluctuate widely due to factors such as changes in value, supply and demand and governmental regulatory policies. The commodity-linked securities in which the Fund invests may be issued by companies in the financial services sector, and events affecting the financial services sector may cause the Fund’s share value to fluctuate.
Foreign Securities Market Risk — A substantial portion of the trades of the Fund are expected to take place on markets or exchanges outside the United States. There is no limit to the amount of assets of the Fund that may be committed to trading on foreign markets. The risk of loss in trading foreign futures and options on futures contracts can be substantial. Participation in foreign futures and options on futures contracts involves the execution and clearing of trades on, or subject to the rules of, a foreign board of trade or exchange. Some of these foreign markets, in contrast to U.S. exchanges, are so-called principals’ markets in which performance is the responsibility only of the individual counterparty with whom the trader has entered into a commodity interest transaction and not of the exchange or clearing corporation. In these kinds of markets, there is risk of bankruptcy or other failure or refusal to perform by the counterparty.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Counterparty Risk — The derivative contracts entered into by the Fund, the Cayman Subsidiary, Onshore Subsidiary or the SPC may be privately negotiated in the over-the-counter market. These contracts also involve exposure to credit risk, since contract performance depends in part on the financial condition of the counterparty. Relying on a counterparty exposes the Fund to the risk that a counterparty will not settle a transaction in accordance with its terms and conditions because of a dispute over the terms of the contract (whether or not bona fide) or because of a credit or liquidity problem, thus causing the Fund to suffer a loss. If a counterparty defaults on its payment obligations to the Fund, this default will cause the value of an investment in the Fund to decrease.
Credit Risk — Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer of the security or a counterparty in respect of a derivative instrument will not be able to satisfy its payment obligations to the Fund when due. Changes in an issuer’s credit rating or the market’s perception of an issuer’s creditworthiness may also affect the value of the Fund’s investment in that issuer. Securities rated in the four highest categories by the rating agencies are considered investment grade, but they may also have some speculative characteristics. Investment grade ratings do not guarantee that bonds will not lose value or default. In addition, the credit quality of securities may be lowered if an issuer’s financial condition changes.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual companies are not known. The operational and financial performance of individual companies and the market in general depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
Futures Contracts — The Fund uses futures contracts in the normal course of pursuing its investment objective. Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund must deposit initial margin in addition to segregating cash or liquid assets sufficient to meet its obligation to purchase or provide securities, or to pay the amount owed at the expiration of an index-based futures contract. Such liquid assets may consist of cash, cash equivalents, liquid debt or equity securities or other acceptable assets. Pursuant to the futures contract, the Fund agrees to receive from, or pay to the broker, an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in value of the contract. Such a receipt of payment is known as “variation margin” and is recorded by the Fund as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the proceeds from (or cost of) the closing transactions and the Fund’s basis in the contract. Futures contracts have market risks, including the risk that the change in the value of the contract may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying securities. Use of long futures contracts subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amount shown on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures contract. Use of short futures contracts subjects the Fund to potentially unlimited risk of loss.
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts — In the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives, the Fund is subject to foreign investment and currency risk. The Fund uses forward foreign currency contracts (“forward contracts”) for purposes of hedging, duration management, as a substitute for securities, to increase returns, for currency hedging or risk management, or to otherwise help achieve the Fund’s investment objective. These contracts
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
are marked-to-market daily at the applicable translation rates. The Fund records realized gains or losses at the time the forward contract is closed. A forward contract is extinguished through a closing transaction or upon delivery of the currency or entering an offsetting contract. Risks may arise upon entering these contracts from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of their contracts and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar or other currencies. The Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk related to forward foreign currency contracts is the fair value of the contract. The risk may be mitigated to some extent if a master netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty is in place and to the extent the Fund obtains collateral to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty.
Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
Other — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Abbey Capital Limited (“Abbey Capital” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund, the Cayman Subsidiary, Onshore Subsidiary and the SPC. The Adviser allocates the assets of the Onshore Subsidiary and SPC (via the Cayman Subsidiary) to one or more Trading Advisers unaffiliated with the Adviser to manage. The Adviser also has the ultimate responsibility to oversee the Trading Advisers, and to recommend their hiring, termination and replacement, subject to approval by the Board. The Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table. The Adviser compensates the Trading Advisers out of the Advisory Fee.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) to the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of the Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after December 31, 2022.
Advisory Fee | Expense Caps |
| Class A | Class I | Class C |
1.77% | 2.04% | 1.79% | 2.79% |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed were as follows:
Gross Advisory Fees | Waivers and/or Reimbursements | Net Advisory Fees |
$957,265 | $(143,548) | $813,717 |
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
If at any time the Fund’s total annual fund operating expenses (not including acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) for a year are less than the relevant share class’s Expense Cap, the Adviser may recoup any waived or reimbursed amounts from the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund had amounts available for recoupment as follows:
Expiration |
August 31, 2022 | August 31, 2023 | August 31, 2024 | August 31, 2025 | Total |
$64,288 | $195,654 | $254,268 | $143,548 | $657,757 |
Aspect Capital Limited, Crabel Capital Management, LLC, Eclipse Capital Management, Inc., Revolution Capital Management, LLC, Tudor Investment Corporation and Welton Investment Partners, LLC each served as a Trading Adviser to the Fund during the period.
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
The Board has adopted a Plan of Distribution for the Class A Shares and Class C Shares (the “Plan”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plan, the Fund’s distributor is entitled to receive from the Fund a distribution fee with respect to the Shares, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class A Shares and up to 1.00% of the Class C Shares. The actual amount of such compensation under the Plan is agreed upon by the Board and by the Distributor. Because these fees are paid out of the Fund’s assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plan may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of the Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, subaccounting services or administrative services related to the sale of the Shares, all as set forth in the Fund’s 12b-1 Plan.
3. Director And Officer Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, there were no purchases or sales of investment securities or long-term U.S. Government securities (excluding short-term investments and derivative transactions) by the Fund.
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Fund has determined that there was no effect on the consolidated financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows(a):
Federal Tax Cost | Unrealized Appreciation | Unrealized (Depreciation) | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$95,554,734 | $1,972,679 | $(8,981,830) | $(7,009,151) |
(a) | The difference between the book basis and tax basis cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments is attributable primarily to timing differences related to taxable income from a wholly-owned controlled foreign corporation. |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to disallowed book income from the Cayman Subsidiary, were reclassified to the following accounts:
Distributable Earnings/(Loss) | Paid-In Capital |
$(4,568,602) | $4,568,602 |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
Undistributed Ordinary Income | Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | Capital Loss Carryforwards | Qualified Late-Year Losses | Other Temporary Differences |
$6,725,687 | $2,364,476 | $(8,002,562) | $— | $— | $— |
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains of the Cayman Subsidiary for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
Ordinary Income | Long-Term Gains | Total |
$2,064,972 | $2,069,235 | $4,134,207 |
6. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to the Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Abbey Capital Multi Asset Fund
Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (844) 261-6484 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Liquidity Risk Management Program
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Chief Risk Officer of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund held a percentage of highly liquid assets above its highly liquid investment minimum at all times during the Period; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Abbey Capital Limited
1-2 Cavendish Row
Dublin 1, Ireland
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Ernst & Young LLP
One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
AMA-SAR22
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ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
of
The RBB Fund, Inc.
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
This report is submitted for the general information of the shareholders of the Fund. It is not authorized for distribution unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Fund.
ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
SEMI-ANNUAL report
Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| Six Months† | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception | |
Adara Smaller Companies Fund | -8.68% | -3.03% | 16.17% | 14.92% | 13.09%* | |
Russell 2000® Index | -9.46% | -6.01% | 10.50% | 9.50% | 10.09%** | |
* | The Fund commenced operations on October 21, 2014. |
** | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling (844) 261-6482.
The Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 0.84% of average daily net assets. This ratio may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report.
The Fund invests in common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stocks and securities convertible into common stocks. Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Russell 2000® Index. The Russell 2000® Index is a widely-recognized, capitalization-weighted index that measures the performance of the smallest 2,000 companies in the Russell 3000® Index and is considered representative of small-cap stocks. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
Investment Considerations
Investing in the Fund involves risk and an investor may lose money. The success of the Fund’s strategy depends on the Adviser’s ability to select Sub-Advisers and each manager’s ability to select investments for the Fund. The Fund may invest in riskier types of investments including small and micro-cap stocks, Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), special situations and illiquid securities all of which may be more volatile and less liquid.
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Fund Expense Example
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
This example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022 and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six Month Total Investment Return |
Class I Shares | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 913.20 | $ 4.03 | 0.85% | -8.68% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,020.58 | 4.26 | 0.85% | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratio in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. The Fund’s ending account value on the first line in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
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Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by security type of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
Security Type/Sector Classification | | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Banks | | | 10.6 | % | | $ | 49,941,370 | |
Retail | | | 6.8 | | | | 31,824,669 | |
Semiconductors | | | 6.2 | | | | 29,111,971 | |
Commercial Services | | | 5.5 | | | | 25,974,906 | |
Software | | | 4.5 | | | | 21,150,898 | |
Biotechnology | | | 4.5 | | | | 21,008,121 | |
REITS | | | 3.1 | | | | 14,712,600 | |
Oil & Gas | | | 3.0 | | | | 14,120,527 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 3.0 | | | | 13,924,544 | |
Transportation | | | 2.8 | | | | 13,317,824 | |
Computers | | | 2.8 | | | | 13,032,392 | |
Engineering & Construction | | | 2.7 | | | | 12,768,024 | |
Insurance | | | 2.5 | | | | 11,920,219 | |
Telecommunications | | | 1.9 | | | | 9,036,446 | |
Electronics | | | 1.9 | | | | 8,749,688 | |
Internet | | | 1.8 | | | | 8,524,611 | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 1.8 | | | | 8,331,644 | |
Machinery-Diversified | | | 1.7 | | | | 8,049,692 | |
Savings & Loans | | | 1.6 | | | | 7,395,005 | |
Food | | | 1.4 | | | | 6,549,779 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware | | | 1.3 | | | | 6,302,717 | |
Oil & Gas Services | | | 1.3 | | | | 6,148,187 | |
Home Builders | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,708,390 | |
Healthcare-Services | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,637,628 | |
Distribution/Wholesale | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,586,520 | |
Chemicals | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,528,212 | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 1.1 | | | | 5,328,025 | |
Home Furnishings | | | 1.1 | | | | 5,014,588 | |
Entertainment | | | 1.0 | | | | 4,902,357 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment | | | 1.0 | | | | 4,872,524 | |
Aerospace/Defense | | | 1.0 | | | | 4,502,498 | |
Beverages | | | 0.9 | | | | 4,404,210 | |
Building Materials | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,932,617 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,880,875 | |
Environmental Control | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,845,398 | |
Leisure Time | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,639,231 | |
Lodging | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,989,890 | |
Miscellaneous Manufactur | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,921,986 | |
Iron/Steel | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,903,354 | |
Agriculture | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,739,680 | |
Apparel | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,631,153 | |
Housewares | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,457,858 | |
Hand/Machine Tools | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,390,295 | |
Mining | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,273,029 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,226,813 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,219,668 | |
Textiles | | | 0.4 | | | | 2,094,706 | |
Gas | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,893,598 | |
Packaging & Containers | | | 0.3 | | | | 1,491,016 | |
Food Service | | | 0.2 | | | | 1,135,271 | |
Airlines | | | 0.2 | | | | 924,271 | |
Auto Manufacturers | | | 0.1 | | | | 644,513 | |
Media | | | 0.1 | | | | 486,533 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment | | | 0.1 | | | | 427,393 | |
Forest Products & Paper | | | 0.1 | | | | 424,300 | |
Coal | | | 0.1 | | | | 363,321 | |
Utilities | | | 0.1 | | | | 335,102 | |
Household Products/Wares | | | 0.1 | | | | 316,305 | |
Water | | | 0.1 | | | | 304,425 | |
Office Furnishings | | | 0.0 | | | | 77,700 | |
Office/Business Equipment | | | 0.0 | | | | 68,251 | |
Advertising | | | 0.0 | | | | 57,642 | |
RIGHTS | | | | | | | | |
Computers | | | 0.0 | | | | — | |
WARRANTS | | | | | | | | |
Other Financial Investment Activities | | | 0.0 | | | | 9,702 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 5.2 | | | | 24,673,889 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.2 | | | | 920,167 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 471,080,738 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 94.6% |
Advertising — 0.0% |
Quotient Technology, Inc.* | | | 8,681 | | | $ | 57,642 | |
Aerospace/Defense — 1.0% |
AAR Corp.* | | | 40,733 | | | | 1,830,541 | |
Aerovironment, Inc.* | | | 1,433 | | | | 101,815 | |
Hexcel Corp. | | | 9,598 | | | | 555,724 | |
Mercury Systems, Inc.* | | | 2,290 | | | | 137,904 | |
Moog, Inc., Class A | | | 1,762 | | | | 146,440 | |
National Presto Industries, Inc. | | | 728 | | | | 57,876 | |
Park Aerospace Corp. | | | 53,059 | | | | 735,928 | |
Triumph Group, Inc.* | | | 37,391 | | | | 936,270 | |
| | | | | | | 4,502,498 | |
Agriculture — 0.6% |
Alico, Inc. | | | 51,790 | | | | 1,695,087 | |
Darling Ingredients, Inc.* | | | 8,943 | | | | 648,189 | |
Fresh Del Monte Produce, Inc. | | | 2,717 | | | | 70,316 | |
Universal Corp. | | | 4,085 | | | | 221,039 | |
Vector Group Ltd. | | | 9,371 | | | | 105,049 | |
| | | | | | | 2,739,680 | |
Airlines — 0.2% |
Allegiant Travel Co.* | | | 418 | | | | 72,770 | |
Controladora Vuela Cia de Aviacion SAB de CV, ADR* | | | 26,724 | | | | 510,161 | |
SkyWest, Inc.* | | | 12,143 | | | | 341,340 | |
| | | | | | | 924,271 | |
Apparel — 0.6% |
Capri Holdings, Ltd.* | | | 5,836 | | | | 395,331 | |
Crocs, Inc.* | | | 5,776 | | | | 483,624 | |
Kontoor Brands, Inc. | | | 4,168 | | | | 206,483 | |
Lakeland Industries, Inc.* | | | 72,140 | | | | 1,377,152 | |
Skechers U.S.A., Inc., Class A* | | | 3,666 | | | | 168,563 | |
| | | | | | | 2,631,153 | |
Auto Manufacturers — 0.1% |
REV Group, Inc. | | | 3,628 | | | | 49,050 | |
Wabash National Corp. | | | 34,945 | | | | 595,463 | |
| | | | | | | 644,513 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment — 1.0% |
Cooper-Standard Holdings, Inc.* | | | 92,646 | | | | 1,178,457 | |
Dorman Products, Inc.* | | | 1,452 | | | | 135,646 | |
Fox Factory Holding Corp.* | | | 4,013 | | | | 473,614 | |
Gentherm, Inc.* | | | 3,355 | | | | 284,638 | |
Meritor, Inc.* | | | 2,172 | | | | 77,345 | |
Methode Electronics, Inc. | | | 2,370 | | | | 108,167 | |
Shyft Group Inc., (The) | | | 41,565 | | | | 1,679,642 | |
Unique Fabricating, Inc.* | | | 213,010 | | | | 413,239 | |
XPEL, Inc.* | | | 7,187 | | | | 521,776 | |
| | | | | | | 4,872,524 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Banks — 10.6% |
Allegiance Bancshares, Inc. | | | 1,446 | | | $ | 61,961 | |
Ameris Bancorp | | | 2,245 | | | | 111,127 | |
Bank of Marin Bancorp | | | 1,754 | | | | 61,951 | |
Banner Corp. | | | 1,733 | | | | 106,770 | |
Cadence Bank | | | 23,167 | | | | 732,541 | |
Capital Bancorp, Inc. | | | 80,240 | | | | 1,990,754 | |
CBTX, Inc. | | | 1,927 | | | | 57,926 | |
Central Pacific Financial Corp. | | | 3,784 | | | | 110,455 | |
City Holding Co. | | | 4,208 | | | | 335,251 | |
Civista Bancshares, Inc. | | | 56,490 | | | | 1,377,791 | |
Colony Bankcorp, Inc. | | | 34,217 | | | | 625,829 | |
Community Bank System, Inc. | | | 1,997 | | | | 145,661 | |
Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. | | | 1,481 | | | | 62,617 | |
Customers Bancorp, Inc.* | | | 34,274 | | | | 2,109,565 | |
CVB Financial Corp. | | | 8,715 | | | | 205,500 | |
Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. | | | 2,193 | | | | 74,540 | |
Eagle Bancorp, Inc. | | | 2,728 | | | | 163,462 | |
Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc.* | | | 96,525 | | | | 3,257,719 | |
Farmers National Bancorp | | | 96,880 | | | | 1,669,242 | |
First BanCorp | | | 44,096 | | | | 622,635 | |
First Business Financial Services, Inc. | | | 84,969 | | | | 2,799,729 | |
First Commonwealth Financial Corp. | | | 18,699 | | | | 301,989 | |
First Financial Bancorp | | | 24,036 | | | | 590,805 | |
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. | | | 13,162 | | | | 630,723 | |
First Financial Corp/IN | | | 2,872 | | | | 133,577 | |
First Hawaiian, Inc. | | | 13,502 | | | | 392,503 | |
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc., Class A | | | 2,950 | | | | 119,770 | |
First Merchants Corp. | | | 10,123 | | | | 442,780 | |
First Northwest Bancorp | | | 77,030 | | | | 1,760,906 | |
First of Long Island Corp. | | | 2,367 | | | | 51,530 | |
Flagstar Bancorp, Inc. | | | 2,203 | | | | 100,413 | |
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. | | | 11,764 | | | | 651,726 | |
Heritage Financial Corp. | | | 5,441 | | | | 142,663 | |
HomeStreet, Inc. | | | 2,425 | | | | 124,790 | |
Hope Bancorp, Inc. | | | 27,648 | | | | 468,910 | |
Horizon Bancorp | | | 42,617 | | | | 855,749 | |
Independent Bank Corp. | | | 1,226 | | | | 105,448 | |
Independent Bank Group, Inc. | | | 581 | | | | 44,824 | |
Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. | | | 21,575 | | | | 1,379,721 | |
Meta Financial Group, Inc. | | | 27,340 | | | | 1,514,363 | |
Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp.* | | | 41,192 | | | | 4,211,882 | |
NBT Bancorp, Inc. | | | 1,326 | | | | 50,879 | |
Northeast Bank | | | 91,070 | | | | 3,316,769 | |
OFG Bancorp | | | 8,258 | | | | 232,710 | |
Old National Bancorp | | | 10,451 | | | | 191,038 | |
Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. | | | 58,960 | | | | 1,439,803 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Banks — (Continued) |
Park National Corp. | | | 1,307 | | | $ | 175,216 | |
Parke Bancorp, Inc. | | | 98,541 | | | | 2,324,582 | |
Peoples Bancorp Inc. | | | 1,929 | | | | 60,339 | |
Preferred Bank | | | 1,416 | | | | 111,128 | |
S&T Bancorp, Inc. | | | 9,347 | | | | 290,598 | |
Seacoast Banking Corp. of Florida | | | 15,569 | | | | 570,604 | |
Silvergate Capital Corp., Class A* | | | 2,244 | | | | 287,412 | |
Simmons First National Corp., Class A | | | 4,453 | | | | 127,000 | |
Southside Bancshares, Inc. | | | 4,513 | | | | 188,147 | |
SVB Financial Group* | | | 807 | | | | 489,042 | |
Tompkins Financial Corp. | | | 3,059 | | | | 241,967 | |
Triumph Bancorp, Inc.* | | | 18,804 | | | | 1,886,417 | |
TrustCo Bank Corp. NY | | | 1,864 | | | | 63,693 | |
UMB Financial Corp. | | | 3,164 | | | | 322,285 | |
United Community Banks, Inc. | | | 12,730 | | | | 492,142 | |
Unity Bancorp, Inc. | | | 71,870 | | | | 2,037,514 | |
Univest Financial Corp. | | | 1,905 | | | | 55,207 | |
USCB Financial Holdings, Inc.* | | | 92,690 | | | | 1,232,777 | |
Veritex Holdings, Inc. | | | 11,815 | | | | 480,043 | |
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. | | | 1,239 | | | | 171,416 | |
West Bancorporation, Inc. | | | 78,010 | | | | 2,254,489 | |
Westamerica Bancorp | | | 2,361 | | | | 140,055 | |
| | | | | | | 49,941,370 | |
Beverages — 0.9% |
Celsius Holdings, Inc.* | | | 17,779 | | | | 1,135,900 | |
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. | | | 279 | | | | 138,644 | |
Duckhorn Portfolio Inc., (The)* | | | 60,881 | | | | 1,194,485 | |
MGP Ingredients, Inc. | | | 13,642 | | | | 1,086,040 | |
Vita Coco Co Inc., (The)* | | | 73,265 | | | | 849,141 | |
| | | | | | | 4,404,210 | |
Biotechnology — 4.5% |
Allakos, Inc.* | | | 11,632 | | | | 65,023 | |
Allogene Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 36,603 | | | | 334,917 | |
ALX Oncology Holdings, Inc.* | | | 19,061 | | | | 345,385 | |
Anavex Life Sciences Corp.* | | | 23,175 | | | | 253,998 | |
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 2,297 | | | | 86,023 | |
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 27,785 | | | | 1,181,696 | |
Avid Bioservices, Inc.* | | | 82,445 | | | | 1,688,474 | |
Bicycle Therapeutics PLC, ADR* | | | 14,975 | | | | 711,312 | |
BioAtla, Inc.* | | | 5,083 | | | | 32,938 | |
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Co., Ltd.* | | | 1,709 | | | | 202,875 | |
Biomea Fusion, Inc.* | | | 26,755 | | | | 171,500 | |
C4 Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 23,250 | | | | 521,497 | |
Cara Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 4,141 | | | | 42,942 | |
Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 19,104 | | | | 571,210 | |
CinCor Pharma, Inc.* | | | 26,586 | | | | 593,134 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Biotechnology — (Continued) |
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 95,979 | | | $ | 1,921,500 | |
Cue Biopharma, Inc.* | | | 4,450 | | | | 25,810 | |
Day One Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 26,507 | | | | 362,086 | |
DICE Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 39,387 | | | | 728,266 | |
Dynavax Technologies Corp.* | | | 31,167 | | | | 382,107 | |
Elevation Oncology, Inc.* | | | 19,755 | | | | 66,772 | |
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc.* | | | 3,096 | | | | 128,112 | |
Forma Therapeutics Holdings, Inc.* | | | 4,212 | | | | 41,530 | |
Imago Biosciences, Inc.* | | | 23,322 | | | | 549,233 | |
Immunocore Holdings PLC, ADR* | | | 11,560 | | | | 255,476 | |
Innoviva, Inc.* | | | 3,030 | | | | 58,206 | |
IVERIC bio, Inc.* | | | 81,669 | | | | 1,309,971 | |
Ligand Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 978 | | | | 98,993 | |
MaxCyte, Inc.* | | | 50,196 | | | | 349,364 | |
Myriad Genetics, Inc.* | | | 4,083 | | | | 99,543 | |
Nektar Therapeutics* | | | 16,553 | | | | 169,503 | |
Nuvalent, Inc.* | | | 39,625 | | | | 592,394 | |
Organogenesis Holdings, Inc.* | | | 6,444 | | | | 47,943 | |
Relay Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 74,693 | | | | 1,800,848 | |
Rubius Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 6,817 | | | | 34,017 | |
Seer, Inc.* | | | 18,656 | | | | 285,810 | |
SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 34,106 | | | | 1,930,059 | |
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 1,883 | | | | 33,197 | |
Theravance Biopharma, Inc.* | | | 6,387 | | | | 64,317 | |
Ventyx Biosciences, Inc.* | | | 42,085 | | | | 491,974 | |
Xenon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 75,021 | | | | 2,378,166 | |
| | | | | | | 21,008,121 | |
Building Materials — 0.8% |
AAON, Inc. | | | 2,783 | | | | 162,972 | |
American Woodmark Corp.* | | | 2,580 | | | | 138,236 | |
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. | | | 7,722 | | | | 348,031 | |
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. | | | 13,244 | | | | 1,170,770 | |
AZEK Co., Inc., (The)* | | | 11,074 | | | | 326,572 | |
Boise Cascade Co. | | | 3,571 | | | | 285,466 | |
Gibraltar Industries, Inc.* | | | 4,141 | | | | 200,093 | |
PGT Innovations, Inc.* | | | 6,101 | | | | 131,233 | |
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. | | | 2,069 | | | | 245,197 | |
SPX Corp.* | | | 4,521 | | | | 229,215 | |
UFP Industries, Inc. | | | 8,103 | | | | 694,832 | |
| | | | | | | 3,932,617 | |
Chemicals — 1.2% |
AdvanSix, Inc. | | | 3,917 | | | | 156,915 | |
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.* | | | 49,851 | | | | 1,347,971 | |
Balchem Corp. | | | 1,142 | | | | 157,984 | |
Chemours Co., (The) | | | 9,276 | | | | 256,018 | |
Codexis, Inc.* | | | 72,078 | | | | 1,436,515 | |
GCP Applied Technologies, Inc.* | | | 3,880 | | | | 122,530 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Chemicals — (Continued) |
Innospec, Inc. | | | 1,121 | | | $ | 107,055 | |
Koppers Holdings, Inc.* | | | 7,974 | | | | 228,296 | |
Kraton Corp.* | | | 5,466 | | | | 252,256 | |
Rogers Corp.* | | | 1,868 | | | | 509,964 | |
Stepan Co. | | | 2,701 | | | | 279,878 | |
Trinseo PLC | | | 12,949 | | | | 672,830 | |
| | | | | | | 5,528,212 | |
Coal — 0.1% |
SunCoke Energy, Inc. | | | 7,877 | | | | 62,465 | |
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. | | | 9,551 | | | | 300,856 | |
| | | | | | | 363,321 | |
Commercial Services — 5.5% |
Acacia Research Corp.* | | | 317,600 | | | | 1,216,408 | |
AirSculpt Technologies, Inc.* | | | 87,378 | | | | 1,183,098 | |
American Public Education, Inc.* | | | 1,140 | | | | 22,754 | |
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.* | | | 3,294 | | | | 349,625 | |
ARC Document Solutions, Inc. | | | 593,120 | | | | 2,034,402 | |
Arlo Technologies, Inc.* | | | 8,822 | | | | 81,868 | |
ASGN, Inc.* | | | 2,386 | | | | 264,345 | |
Barrett Business Services, Inc. | | | 47,363 | | | | 2,848,885 | |
BGSF, Inc. | | | 168,180 | | | | 2,371,338 | |
Brink’s Co., (The) | | | 4,054 | | | | 284,023 | |
CoreCivic, Inc.* | | | 163,126 | | | | 1,486,078 | |
CRA International, Inc. | | | 25,040 | | | | 2,224,303 | |
Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.* | | | 93,884 | | | | 2,096,430 | |
Deluxe Corp. | | | 2,835 | | | | 88,197 | |
Ennis, Inc. | | | 6,188 | | | | 116,211 | |
European Wax Center, Inc., Class A* | | | 72,697 | | | | 1,807,974 | |
Forrester Research, Inc.* | | | 2,017 | | | | 104,743 | |
Green Dot Corp., Class A* | | | 4,948 | | | | 141,760 | |
HealthEquity, Inc.* | | | 9,854 | | | | 529,258 | |
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. | | | 2,031 | | | | 86,825 | |
Insperity, Inc. | | | 2,292 | | | | 206,165 | |
Kelly Services, Inc., Class A | | | 19,959 | | | | 423,530 | |
Landec Corp.* | | | 134,238 | | | | 1,546,422 | |
MarketAxess Holdings, Inc. | | | 1,203 | | | | 458,860 | |
Medifast, Inc. | | | 1,970 | | | | 366,420 | |
Performant Financial Corp.* | | | 95,690 | | | | 207,647 | |
Progyny, Inc.* | | | 5,985 | | | | 235,570 | |
Rent-A-Center, Inc. | | | 3,409 | | | | 96,850 | |
Repay Holdings Corp.* | | | 21,257 | | | | 367,108 | |
Resources Connection, Inc. | | | 5,457 | | | | 90,586 | |
Shift4 Payments, Inc., Class A* | | | 9,164 | | | | 482,485 | |
SP Plus Corp.* | | | 41,737 | | | | 1,245,850 | |
Strategic Education, Inc. | | | 882 | | | | 52,056 | |
TechTarget, Inc.* | | | 5,411 | | | | 424,114 | |
Viad Corp.* | | | 10,826 | | | | 378,260 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Commercial Services — (Continued) |
Willdan Group, Inc.* | | | 1,686 | | | $ | 54,458 | |
| | | | | | | 25,974,906 | |
Computers — 2.8% |
3D Systems Corp.* | | | 9,382 | | | | 167,187 | |
CACI International, Inc., Class A* | | | 1,145 | | | | 320,360 | |
Computer Services, Inc. | | | 16,980 | | | | 925,919 | |
Diebold Nixdorf, Inc.* | | | 18,385 | | | | 159,949 | |
DXC Technology Co.* | | | 33,125 | | | | 1,127,244 | |
Endava PLC, SP ADR* | | | 13,625 | | | | 1,814,577 | |
ExlService Holdings, Inc.* | | | 1,497 | | | | 180,823 | |
Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc.* | | | 78,847 | | | | 957,991 | |
Insight Enterprises, Inc.* | | | 2,176 | | | | 226,304 | |
MAXIMUS, Inc. | | | 6,521 | | | | 514,246 | |
NCR Corp.* | | | 56,735 | | | | 2,298,902 | |
Quantum Corp.* | | | 385,720 | | | | 1,002,872 | |
Rimini Street, Inc.* | | | 334,870 | | | | 1,516,961 | |
Science Applications International Corp. | | | 1,681 | | | | 147,407 | |
Telos Corp.* | | | 12,660 | | | | 144,577 | |
Tenable Holdings, Inc.* | | | 11,728 | | | | 649,262 | |
TTEC Holdings, Inc. | | | 3,501 | | | | 278,330 | |
WNS Holdings, Ltd., ADR* | | | 7,255 | | | | 599,481 | |
| | | | | | | 13,032,392 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care — 0.8% |
Beauty Health Co., (The)* | | | 78,298 | | | | 1,517,415 | |
Edgewell Personal Care Co. | | | 3,015 | | | | 107,575 | |
elf Beauty, Inc.* | | | 48,528 | | | | 1,282,595 | |
Inter Parfums, Inc. | | | 10,479 | | | | 973,290 | |
| | | | | | | 3,880,875 | |
Distribution/Wholesale — 1.2% |
G-III Apparel Group Ltd.* | | | 19,012 | | | | 527,393 | |
H&E Equipment Services, Inc. | | | 20,829 | | | | 869,819 | |
Manitex International, Inc.* | | | 315,430 | | | | 2,375,188 | |
Pool Corp. | | | 2,106 | | | | 965,769 | |
Univar Solutions, Inc.* | | | 26,154 | | | | 803,189 | |
WESCO International, Inc.* | | | 371 | | | | 45,162 | |
| | | | | | | 5,586,520 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 1.1% |
Cowen, Inc., Class A | | | 23,997 | | | | 711,511 | |
Encore Capital Group, Inc.* | | | 3,458 | | | | 228,194 | |
Enova International, Inc.* | | | 3,612 | | | | 147,261 | |
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | | | 5,363 | | | | 551,638 | |
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc., Class A | | | 3,063 | | | | 202,710 | |
Silvercrest Asset Management Group, Inc., Class A | | | 112,586 | | | | 1,814,886 | |
Sunlight Financial Holdings, Inc.* | | | 259,030 | | | | 1,054,252 | |
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. | | | 807 | | | | 194,180 | |
World Acceptance Corp.* | | | 2,155 | | | | 423,393 | |
| | | | | | | 5,328,025 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Electrical Components & Equipment — 0.1% |
Encore Wire Corp. | | | 1,278 | | | $ | 148,785 | |
Littelfuse, Inc. | | | 1,079 | | | | 278,608 | |
| | | | | | | 427,393 | |
Electronics — 1.9% |
Atkore International Group, Inc.* | | | 11,469 | | | | 1,166,512 | |
Brady Corp., Class A | | | 2,928 | | | | 134,922 | |
Camtek Ltd. (Israel)* | | | 19,807 | | | | 650,462 | |
Coherent, Inc.* | | | 1,014 | | | | 268,021 | |
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. | | | 115,330 | | | | 2,373,491 | |
FARO Technologies, Inc.* | | | 2,255 | | | | 123,439 | |
II-VI, Inc.* | | | 3,812 | | | | 264,782 | |
Itron, Inc.* | | | 11,150 | | | | 531,521 | |
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. | | | 27,351 | | | | 562,610 | |
Kimball Electronics, Inc.* | | | 87,030 | | | | 1,500,397 | |
OSI Systems, Inc.* | | | 1,136 | | | | 91,641 | |
Plexus Corp.* | | | 2,641 | | | | 215,162 | |
Sanmina Corp.* | | | 6,648 | | | | 264,457 | |
SYNNEX Corp. | | | 830 | | | | 84,519 | |
TTM Technologies, Inc.* | | | 8,548 | | | | 107,448 | |
Vicor Corp.* | | | 987 | | | | 73,798 | |
Vontier Corp. | | | 13,848 | | | | 336,506 | |
| | | | | | | 8,749,688 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources — 0.5% |
Fluence Energy, Inc.* | | | 33,705 | | | | 456,029 | |
Green Plains, Inc.* | | | 33,237 | | | | 1,088,179 | |
Renewable Energy Group, Inc.* | | | 4,229 | | | | 260,084 | |
REX American Resources Corp.* | | | 840 | | | | 79,346 | |
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc.* | | | 1,052 | | | | 336,030 | |
| | | | | | | 2,219,668 | |
Engineering & Construction — 2.7% |
Argan, Inc. | | | 26,500 | | | | 1,030,585 | |
Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.* | | | 96,530 | | | | 1,631,357 | |
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. | | | 23,927 | | | | 2,057,243 | |
Dycom Industries, Inc.* | | | 7,394 | | | | 643,722 | |
EMCOR Group, Inc. | | | 4,741 | | | | 547,775 | |
Exponent, Inc. | | | 7,614 | | | | 721,503 | |
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. | | | 2,208 | | | | 84,522 | |
Latham Group, Inc.* | | | 23,233 | | | | 406,345 | |
Mistras Group, Inc.* | | | 85,610 | | | | 571,019 | |
MYR Group, Inc.* | | | 5,139 | | | | 461,225 | |
NV5 Global, Inc.* | | | 10,106 | | | | 1,083,868 | |
Sterling Construction Co., Inc.* | | | 79,550 | | | | 2,349,112 | |
TopBuild Corp.* | | | 2,707 | | | | 581,139 | |
WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp., Class A* | | | 16,848 | | | | 598,609 | |
| | | | | | | 12,768,024 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Entertainment — 1.0% |
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.* | | | 4,207 | | | $ | 73,791 | |
Everi Holdings, Inc.* | | | 105,405 | | | | 2,466,477 | |
Golden Entertainment, Inc.* | | | 30,276 | | | | 1,723,613 | |
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.* | | | 3,215 | | | | 250,448 | |
Scientific Games Corp.* | | | 6,167 | | | | 388,028 | |
| | | | | | | 4,902,357 | |
Environmental Control — 0.8% |
Energy Recovery, Inc.* | | | 53,102 | | | | 1,008,938 | |
Harsco Corp.* | | | 45,426 | | | | 541,024 | |
Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.* | | | 40,528 | | | | 1,787,690 | |
Tetra Tech, Inc. | | | 3,198 | | | | 507,746 | |
| | | | | | | 3,845,398 | |
Food — 1.4% |
B&G Foods, Inc. | | | 10,026 | | | | 296,770 | |
Calavo Growers, Inc. | | | 6,482 | | | | 276,716 | |
Hostess Brands, Inc.* | | | 31,116 | | | | 670,239 | |
Ingles Markets, Inc., Class A | | | 15,713 | | | | 1,291,923 | |
J&J Snack Foods Corp. | | | 578 | | | | 94,630 | |
Real Good Food Co Inc., (The)* | | | 49,685 | | | | 297,116 | |
Sanderson Farms, Inc. | | | 1,371 | | | | 244,847 | |
SpartanNash Co. | | | 7,719 | | | | 217,213 | |
TreeHouse Foods, Inc.* | | | 1,800 | | | | 70,650 | |
United Natural Foods, Inc.* | | | 8,258 | | | | 332,219 | |
Weis Markets, Inc. | | | 1,995 | | | | 123,032 | |
Whole Earth Brands, Inc.* | | | 277,600 | | | | 2,634,424 | |
| | | | | | | 6,549,779 | |
Food Service — 0.2% |
Healthcare Services Group, Inc. | | | 4,407 | | | | 69,719 | |
Sovos Brands, Inc.* | | | 87,772 | | | | 1,065,552 | |
| | | | | | | 1,135,271 | |
Forest Products & Paper — 0.1% |
Clearwater Paper Corp., Class A* | | | 2,737 | | | | 78,908 | |
Glatfelter Corp. | | | 3,168 | | | | 43,528 | |
Mercer International, Inc. | | | 7,834 | | | | 104,741 | |
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. | | | 6,314 | | | | 197,123 | |
| | | | | | | 424,300 | |
Gas — 0.4% |
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. | | | 1,307 | | | | 173,766 | |
Northwest Natural Holding, Co. | | | 5,018 | | | | 260,986 | |
South Jersey Industries, Inc. | | | 6,472 | | | | 219,595 | |
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. | | | 17,469 | | | | 1,239,251 | |
| | | | | | | 1,893,598 | |
Hand/Machine Tools — 0.5% |
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. | | | 1,896 | | | | 160,326 | |
Hurco Cos., Inc. | | | 50,160 | | | | 1,711,961 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Hand/Machine Tools — (Continued) |
MSA Safety, Inc. | | | 3,724 | | | $ | 518,008 | |
| | | | | | | 2,390,295 | |
Healthcare-Products — 3.0% |
ABIOMED, Inc.* | | | 1,453 | | | | 451,505 | |
Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp.* | | | 20,186 | | | | 291,284 | |
Alphatec Holdings, Inc.* | | | 104,882 | | | | 1,155,800 | |
Avanos Medical, Inc.* | | | 3,150 | | | | 111,478 | |
AxoGen, Inc.* | | | 5,874 | | | | 54,863 | |
BioLife Solutions, Inc.* | | | 10,205 | | | | 239,817 | |
Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.* | | | 5,433 | | | | 114,419 | |
Cerus Corp.* | | | 84,557 | | | | 496,350 | |
CryoLife, Inc.* | | | 3,899 | | | | 76,225 | |
Glaukos Corp.* | | | 2,664 | | | | 147,346 | |
Haemonetics Corp.* | | | 16,756 | | | | 966,989 | |
ICU Medical, Inc.* | | | 578 | | | | 136,830 | |
Inari Medical, Inc.* | | | 4,851 | | | | 426,791 | |
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.* | | | 4,650 | | | | 1,134,879 | |
Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp.* | | | 3,088 | | | | 207,081 | |
Lantheus Holdings, Inc.* | | | 22,385 | | | | 1,070,451 | |
Masimo Corp.* | | | 2,530 | | | | 398,349 | |
Meridian Bioscience, Inc.* | | | 2,767 | | | | 70,005 | |
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.* | | | 3,088 | | | | 200,813 | |
Neogen Corp.* | | | 4,620 | | | | 164,934 | |
NuVasive, Inc.* | | | 789 | | | | 42,701 | |
Omnicell, Inc.* | | | 5,377 | | | | 695,139 | |
OraSure Technologies, Inc.* | | | 5,505 | | | | 42,939 | |
Orthofix Medical, Inc.* | | | 4,238 | | | | 144,007 | |
Patterson Cos., Inc. | | | 32,899 | | | | 983,680 | |
Repligen Corp.* | | | 3,862 | | | | 759,655 | |
SeaSpine Holdings Corp.* | | | 57,641 | | | | 730,311 | |
SI-BONE, Inc.* | | | 29,016 | | | | 640,093 | |
Surmodics, Inc.* | | | 1,193 | | | | 53,542 | |
Treace Medical Concepts, Inc.* | | | 29,506 | | | | 635,559 | |
Varex Imaging Corp.* | | | 7,739 | | | | 182,950 | |
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. | | | 2,836 | | | | 1,097,759 | |
| | | | | | | 13,924,544 | |
Healthcare-Services — 1.2% |
Amedisys, Inc.* | | | 2,182 | | | | 349,643 | |
Chemed Corp. | | | 621 | | | | 297,018 | |
Community Health Systems, Inc.* | | | 11,880 | | | | 124,859 | |
Ensign Group, Inc., (The) | | | 2,070 | | | | 173,963 | |
Inotiv, Inc.* | | | 26,265 | | | | 694,184 | |
LHC Group, Inc.* | | | 6,923 | | | | 942,705 | |
MEDNAX, Inc.* | | | 26,244 | | | | 615,947 | |
ModivCare, Inc.* | | | 2,212 | | | | 261,016 | |
Pennant Group Inc., (The)* | | | 1,733 | | | | 28,161 | |
RadNet, Inc.* | | | 40,507 | | | | 999,308 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Healthcare-Services — (Continued) |
Surgery Partners, Inc.* | | | 6,374 | | | $ | 333,169 | |
Thorne HealthTech, Inc.* | | | 69,183 | | | | 309,940 | |
Tivity Health, Inc.* | | | 2,357 | | | | 64,299 | |
US Physical Therapy, Inc. | | | 1,232 | | | | 113,307 | |
Vapotherm, Inc.* | | | 21,732 | | | | 330,109 | |
| | | | | | | 5,637,628 | |
Home Builders — 1.2% |
Century Communities, Inc. | | | 9,495 | | | | 605,021 | |
Green Brick Partners, Inc.* | | | 23,350 | | | | 541,487 | |
Installed Building Products, Inc. | | | 3,100 | | | | 299,770 | |
LCI Industries | | | 2,012 | | | | 250,534 | |
LGI Homes, Inc.* | | | 2,657 | | | | 335,128 | |
M/I Homes, Inc.* | | | 5,874 | | | | 289,530 | |
MDC Holdings, Inc. | | | 4,389 | | | | 194,608 | |
Skyline Corp.* | | | 42,492 | | | | 2,857,162 | |
Winnebago Industries, Inc. | | | 5,231 | | | | 335,150 | |
| | | | | | | 5,708,390 | |
Home Furnishings — 1.1% |
Arhaus, Inc.* | | | 41,294 | | | | 275,844 | |
Hamilton Beach Brand, Class A | | | 115,780 | | | | 1,748,278 | |
iRobot Corp.* | | | 968 | | | | 60,171 | |
Lovesac Co., (The)* | | | 12,142 | | | | 515,914 | |
Sleep Number Corp.* | | | 10,726 | | | | 704,698 | |
Universal Electronics, Inc.* | | | 51,450 | | | | 1,709,683 | |
| | | | | | | 5,014,588 | |
Household Products/Wares — 0.1% |
Central Garden & Pet Co.* | | | 1,283 | | | | 60,737 | |
Quanex Building Products Corp. | | | 1,957 | | | | 44,737 | |
WD-40 Co. | | | 995 | | | | 210,831 | |
| | | | | | | 316,305 | |
Housewares — 0.5% |
Lifetime Brands, Inc. | | | 159,273 | | | | 2,086,476 | |
Tupperware Brands Corp.* | | | 20,372 | | | | 371,382 | |
| | | | | | | 2,457,858 | |
Insurance — 2.5% |
American Equity Investment Life Holding Co. | | | 54,876 | | | | 2,068,276 | |
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. | | | 28,437 | | | | 1,553,229 | |
BRP Group, Inc., Class A* | | | 33,013 | | | | 916,771 | |
Employers Holdings, Inc. | | | 3,682 | | | | 143,082 | |
Genworth Financial, Inc., Class A* | | | 268,223 | | | | 1,088,985 | |
HCI Group, Inc. | | | 2,480 | | | | 154,405 | |
Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. | | | 205,400 | | | | 1,146,132 | |
Horace Mann Educators Corp. | | | 1,864 | | | | 77,524 | |
NMI Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | 66,155 | | | | 1,530,827 | |
RLI Corp. | | | 1,478 | | | | 150,017 | |
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. | | | 1,702 | | | | 142,015 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Insurance — (Continued) |
Selective Insurance Group, Inc. | | | 3,866 | | | $ | 321,613 | |
Stewart Information Services Corp. | | | 2,200 | | | | 149,336 | |
United Fire Group, Inc. | | | 2,567 | | | | 70,875 | |
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. | | | 6,184 | | | | 71,487 | |
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd. | | | 2,224 | | | | 2,335,645 | |
| | | | | | | 11,920,219 | |
Internet — 1.8% |
Bandwidth, Inc., Class A* | | | 12,166 | | | | 371,671 | |
ChannelAdvisor Corp.* | | | 79,550 | | | | 1,427,923 | |
DHI Group, Inc.* | | | 151,000 | | | | 854,660 | |
ePlus, Inc.* | | | 26,376 | | | | 1,237,034 | |
Eventbrite, Inc., Class A* | | | 27,222 | | | | 411,324 | |
Groupon, Inc.* | | | 4,957 | | | | 107,666 | |
HealthStream, Inc.* | | | 1,988 | | | | 40,734 | |
Liquidity Services, Inc.* | | | 40,528 | | | | 698,297 | |
Magnite, Inc.* | | | 34,256 | | | | 499,453 | |
Perion Network Ltd.* | | | 46,849 | | | | 1,071,437 | |
RumbleON, Inc., Class B* | | | 21,260 | | | | 608,886 | |
Solo Brands, Inc., Class A* | | | 26,277 | | | | 277,485 | |
Upwork, Inc.* | | | 15,446 | | | | 390,475 | |
Yelp, Inc.* | | | 15,567 | | | | 527,566 | |
| | | | | | | 8,524,611 | |
Iron/Steel — 0.6% |
Allegheny Technologies, Inc.* | | | 56,065 | | | | 1,443,113 | |
Carpenter Technology Corp. | | | 38,037 | | | | 1,460,241 | |
| | | | | | | 2,903,354 | |
Leisure Time — 0.8% |
Callaway Golf Co.* | | | 4,678 | | | | 115,734 | |
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.* | | | 89,441 | | | | 1,585,789 | |
Vista Outdoor, Inc.* | | | 14,337 | | | | 522,583 | |
Xponential Fitness, Inc., Class A* | | | 67,580 | | | | 1,415,125 | |
| | | | | | | 3,639,231 | |
Lodging — 0.6% |
Boyd Gaming Corp.* | | | 4,776 | | | | 338,809 | |
Full House Resorts, Inc.* | | | 108,491 | | | | 954,721 | |
Playa Hotels & Resorts NV* | | | 179,509 | | | | 1,696,360 | |
| | | | | | | 2,989,890 | |
Machinery-Diversified — 1.7% |
Albany International Corp., Class A | | | 1,126 | | | | 98,885 | |
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. | | | 1,045 | | | | 105,649 | |
Chart Industries, Inc.* | | | 6,115 | | | | 883,006 | |
CIRCOR International, Inc.* | | | 6,879 | | | | 185,320 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Machinery-Diversified — (Continued) |
Colfax Corp.* | | | 14,671 | | | $ | 589,921 | |
Curtiss-Wright Corp. | | | 2,004 | | | | 295,630 | |
GrafTech International Ltd. | | | 111,417 | | | | 1,123,083 | |
Kornit Digital Ltd.* | | | 3,626 | | | | 343,854 | |
NN, Inc.* | | | 175,910 | | | | 455,607 | |
Ranpak Holdings Corp.* | | | 38,597 | | | | 934,047 | |
SPX FLOW, Inc. | | | 1,840 | | | | 158,038 | |
Tennant Co. | | | 2,414 | | | | 190,175 | |
Toro Co., (The) | | | 5,348 | | | | 501,696 | |
Twin Disc, Inc.* | | | 183,595 | | | | 2,184,781 | |
| | | | | | | 8,049,692 | |
Media — 0.1% |
AMC Networks, Inc., Class A* | | | 1,768 | | | | 73,284 | |
EW Scripps Co., (The), Class A* | | | 6,465 | | | | 143,911 | |
Gannett Co., Inc.* | | | 9,889 | | | | 49,049 | |
Scholastic Corp. | | | 5,235 | | | | 220,289 | |
| | | | | | | 486,533 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware — 1.3% |
AZZ, Inc. | | | 1,964 | | | | 96,687 | |
Mueller Industries, Inc. | | | 5,975 | | | | 340,874 | |
Northwest Pipe Co.* | | | 114,040 | | | | 3,250,140 | |
Standex International Corp. | | | 1,485 | | | | 157,306 | |
Strattec Security Corp.* | | | 39,820 | | | | 1,513,160 | |
Xometry, Inc., Class A* | | | 19,312 | | | | 944,550 | |
| | | | | | | 6,302,717 | |
Mining — 0.5% |
Arconic Corp.* | | | 1,693 | | | | 51,975 | |
Astec Industries, Inc. | | | 3,361 | | | | 167,378 | |
Century Aluminum Co.* | | | 18,637 | | | | 440,206 | |
Energy Fuels Inc.* | | | 161,155 | | | | 1,316,636 | |
Kaiser Aluminum Corp. | | | 3,076 | | | | 296,834 | |
| | | | | | | 2,273,029 | |
Miscellaneous Manufactur — 0.6% |
Axon Enterprise, Inc.* | | | 5,340 | | | | 748,935 | |
EnPro Industries, Inc. | | | 4,961 | | | | 547,893 | |
ESCO Technologies, Inc. | | | 1,920 | | | | 133,574 | |
Fabrinet* | | | 7,774 | | | | 778,411 | |
John Bean Technologies Corp. | | | 2,493 | | | | 282,631 | |
Materion Corp. | | | 2,877 | | | | 240,373 | |
Myers Industries, Inc. | | | 2,441 | | | | 40,570 | |
Sturm Ruger & Co., Inc. | | | 2,066 | | | | 149,599 | |
| | | | | | | 2,921,986 | |
Office Furnishings — 0.0% |
Interface, Inc. | | | 5,954 | | | | 77,700 | |
Office/Business Equipment — 0.0% |
Pitney Bowes, Inc. | | | 13,705 | | | | 68,251 | |
Oil & Gas — 3.0% |
Callon Petroleum Co.* | | | 1,052 | | | | 59,291 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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ADARA SMALLER COMPANIES FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Oil & Gas — (Continued) |
Centennial Resource Development Inc/DE, Class A* | | | 96,839 | | | $ | 850,246 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. | | | 29,098 | | | | 1,468,576 | |
Evolution Petroleum Corp. | | | 53,143 | | | | 415,047 | |
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. | | | 4,567 | | | | 165,462 | |
HollyFrontier Corp. | | | 25,075 | | | | 763,534 | |
Matador Resources Co. | | | 54,992 | | | | 2,727,603 | |
Nabors Industries Ltd.* | | | 628 | | | | 78,839 | |
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc.* | | | 32,696 | | | | 444,666 | |
Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. | | | 134,321 | | | | 1,938,252 | |
PBF Energy, Inc., Class A* | | | 5,245 | | | | 87,172 | |
PDC Energy, Inc. | | | 21,646 | | | | 1,396,600 | |
Penn Virginia Corp. Class A* | | | 37,554 | | | | 1,267,823 | |
Range Resources Corp.* | | | 29,237 | | | | 670,989 | |
SM Energy Co. | | | 23,898 | | | | 848,618 | |
Southwestern Energy Co.* | | | 112,602 | | | | 561,884 | |
Talos Energy, Inc.* | | | 23,929 | | | | 375,925 | |
| | | | | | | 14,120,527 | |
Oil & Gas Services — 1.3% |
Bristow Group, Inc.* | | | 2,104 | | | | 69,727 | |
Core Laboratories NV | | | 9,482 | | | | 261,324 | |
DMC Global, Inc.* | | | 47,374 | | | | 1,392,796 | |
Dril-Quip, Inc.* | | | 2,609 | | | | 75,244 | |
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.* | | | 41,891 | | | | 169,658 | |
MRC Global, Inc.* | | | 7,000 | | | | 70,700 | |
Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.* | | | 181,610 | | | | 2,284,654 | |
NexTier Oilfield Solutions, Inc.* | | | 19,872 | | | | 158,181 | |
NOW, Inc.* | | | 14,472 | | | | 135,168 | |
Oceaneering International, Inc.* | | | 48,849 | | | | 715,149 | |
Oil States International, Inc.* | | | 10,026 | | | | 52,436 | |
Profire Energy, Inc.* | | | 559,280 | | | | 693,507 | |
Select Energy Services, Inc., Class A* | | | 8,411 | | | | 69,643 | |
| | | | | | | 6,148,187 | |
Packaging & Containers — 0.3% |
Karat Packaging, Inc.* | | | 40,640 | | | | 660,400 | |
Matthews International Corp., Class A | | | 5,499 | | | | 182,457 | |
O-I Glass, Inc.* | | | 6,528 | | | | 83,428 | |
TriMas Corp. | | | 17,371 | | | | 564,731 | |
| | | | | | | 1,491,016 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 1.8% |
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 8,215 | | | | 68,184 | |
Alector, Inc.* | | | 14,970 | | | | 237,125 | |
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 12,764 | | | | 57,821 | |
Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 6,771 | | | | 187,624 | |
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 2,750 | | | | 89,375 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Pharmaceuticals — (Continued) |
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.* | | | 13,853 | | | $ | 77,300 | |
Centessa Pharmaceuticals PLC, SP ADR* | | | 32,478 | | | | 289,704 | |
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.* | | | 4,463 | | | | 86,895 | |
Corcept Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 3,350 | | | | 74,671 | |
Cytokinetics, Inc.* | | | 61,911 | | | | 2,186,697 | |
Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 1,178 | | | | 55,825 | |
Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 4,093 | | | | 288,229 | |
MERUS NV* | | | 46,885 | | | | 1,317,000 | |
Morphic Holding, Inc.* | | | 8,218 | | | | 327,569 | |
Myovant Sciences Ltd.* | | | 14,572 | | | | 195,556 | |
Owens & Minor, Inc. | | | 7,220 | | | | 318,763 | |
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.* | | | 896 | | | | 59,754 | |
Premier, Inc., Class A | | | 59,941 | | | | 2,154,280 | |
Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.* | | | 3,474 | | | | 206,807 | |
Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | 2,558 | | | | 52,465 | |
| | | | | | | 8,331,644 | |
Real Estate — 0.5% |
Douglas Elliman, Inc.* | | | 4,685 | | | | 35,325 | |
McGrath RentCorp | | | 18,173 | | | | 1,477,102 | |
Newmark Group, Inc., Class A | | | 29,808 | | | | 527,005 | |
Realogy Holdings Corp.* | | | 7,502 | | | | 136,386 | |
RMR Group, Inc. (The), Class A | | | 1,750 | | | | 50,995 | |
| | | | | | | 2,226,813 | |
REITS — 3.1% |
Agree Realty Corp. REIT | | | 1,641 | | | | 105,270 | |
Alexander & Baldwin REIT, Inc. | | | 7,110 | | | | 159,477 | |
Alexander’s REIT, Inc. | | | 239 | | | | 60,567 | |
Alpine Income Property Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 122,664 | | | | 2,351,469 | |
American Finance Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 7,056 | | | | 49,674 | |
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance REIT, Inc. | | | 44,054 | | | | 574,905 | |
ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. | | | 7,185 | | | | 58,414 | |
CareTrust REIT, Inc. | | | 3,664 | | | | 64,120 | |
CatchMark Timber Trust REIT, Inc., Class A | | | 6,357 | | | | 48,695 | |
Centerspace REIT | | | 1,467 | | | | 137,883 | |
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT* | | | 21,374 | | | | 293,893 | |
City Office REIT, Inc. | | | 3,905 | | | | 67,244 | |
Community Healthcare Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 2,769 | | | | 115,467 | |
CorePoint Lodging REIT, Inc.* | | | 3,012 | | | | 48,102 | |
CTO Realty Growth REIT, Inc. | | | 1,261 | | | | 79,052 | |
DiamondRock Hospitality Co. REIT* | | | 13,130 | | | | 125,392 | |
Diversified Healthcare Trust REIT | | | 30,286 | | | | 87,224 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
REITS — (Continued) |
Easterly Government Properties REIT, Inc. | | | 4,780 | | | $ | 99,520 | |
EastGroup Properties REIT, Inc. | | | 2,590 | | | | 494,068 | |
Farmland Partners REIT, Inc. | | | 4,288 | | | | 50,041 | |
Franklin Street Properties Corp. REIT | | | 14,185 | | | | 81,989 | |
Getty Realty Corp. REIT | | | 5,173 | | | | 142,516 | |
Global Medical REIT, Inc. | | | 95,430 | | | | 1,498,251 | |
Great Ajax Corp. REIT | | | 201,011 | | | | 2,289,515 | |
Healthcare Realty Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 2,820 | | | | 73,546 | |
Kite Realty Group Trust REIT | | | 7,450 | | | | 163,379 | |
KKR Real Estate Finance Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 9,611 | | | | 206,348 | |
Lexington Realty Trust REIT | | | 12,112 | | | | 187,252 | |
LTC Properties REIT, Inc. | | | 3,717 | | | | 125,746 | |
Mack-Cali Realty Corp. REIT* | | | 4,857 | | | | 82,083 | |
Medical Properties Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 5,867 | | | | 119,335 | |
New York Mortgage Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 183,589 | | | | 644,397 | |
NexPoint Residential Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 2,319 | | | | 197,045 | |
Office Properties Income Trust REIT | | | 6,919 | | | | 173,321 | |
One Liberty Properties REIT, Inc. | | | 1,957 | | | | 56,870 | |
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust REIT | | | 24,404 | | | | 380,702 | |
PS Business Parks REIT, Inc. | | | 1,242 | | | | 197,838 | |
Ready Capital Corp. REIT | | | 6,588 | | | | 97,832 | |
Redwood Trust REIT, Inc. | | | 77,920 | | | | 809,589 | |
Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. | | | 28,261 | | | | 513,220 | |
Saul Centers REIT, Inc. | | | 4,226 | | | | 194,523 | |
SITE Centers Corp. REIT | | | 6,795 | | | | 105,662 | |
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers REIT, Inc. | | | 33,410 | | | | 557,279 | |
Uniti Group REIT, Inc. | | | 14,802 | | | | 191,982 | |
Universal Health Realty Income Trust REIT | | | 3,273 | | | | 186,921 | |
Urstadt Biddle Properties REIT, Inc., Class A | | | 4,472 | | | | 84,208 | |
Washington Real Estate Investment Trust REIT | | | 6,312 | | | | 147,448 | |
Whitestone REIT | | | 11,318 | | | | 133,326 | |
| | | | | | | 14,712,600 | |
Retail — 6.8% |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. | | | 19,696 | | | | 415,192 | |
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.* | | | 2,463 | | | | 478,093 | |
Aspen Aerogels, Inc.* | | | 58,022 | | | | 1,717,451 | |
Big Lots, Inc. | | | 7,174 | | | | 249,368 | |
BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.* | | | 7,047 | | | | 225,997 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Retail — (Continued) |
BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.* | | | 41,770 | | | $ | 2,626,080 | |
Bloomin’ Brands, Inc.* | | | 20,453 | | | | 503,348 | |
BlueLinx Holdings, Inc.* | | | 14,641 | | | | 1,308,613 | |
Boot Barn Holdings, Inc.* | | | 21,201 | | | | 1,844,911 | |
Brilliant Earth Group, Inc., Class A* | | | 70,160 | | | | 638,456 | |
Buckle, Inc., (The) | | | 2,951 | | | | 106,236 | |
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. | | | 133,470 | | | | 2,726,792 | |
Cannae Holdings, Inc.* | | | 69,782 | | | | 1,873,647 | |
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. | | | 1,888 | | | | 355,095 | |
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.* | | | 1,645 | | | | 71,294 | |
Destination XL Group, Inc.* | | | 308,470 | | | | 1,277,066 | |
DineEquity, Inc. | | | 1,134 | | | | 95,075 | |
Dutch Bros, Inc., Class A* | | | 9,642 | | | | 464,841 | |
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.* | | | 9,027 | | | | 119,788 | |
FirstCash Holdings, Inc. | | | 2,930 | | | | 211,077 | |
Five Below, Inc.* | | | 3,696 | | | | 604,703 | |
Freshpet, Inc.* | | | 5,422 | | | | 516,337 | |
GMS, Inc.* | | | 16,779 | | | | 910,261 | |
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. | | | 2,270 | | | | 412,981 | |
Guess?, Inc. | | | 12,246 | | | | 268,187 | |
Hibbett Sports, Inc. | | | 1,413 | | | | 63,698 | |
Kura Sushi USA, Inc., Class A* | | | 18,824 | | | | 992,025 | |
Lithia Motors, Inc. | | | 382 | | | | 130,193 | |
Movado Group, Inc. | | | 26,035 | | | | 1,026,300 | |
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., Class A | | | 6,984 | | | | 541,120 | |
Murphy USA, Inc. | | | 13,695 | | | | 2,475,234 | |
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc.* | | | 9,069 | | | | 391,599 | |
OptimizeRx Corp.* | | | 27,867 | | | | 1,262,096 | |
Papa John’s International, Inc. | | | 5,179 | | | | 553,221 | |
PetMed Express, Inc. | | | 1,863 | | | | 50,208 | |
Portillo’s, Inc., Class A* | | | 26,258 | | | | 658,026 | |
PriceSmart, Inc. | | | 1,079 | | | | 78,465 | |
RH* | | | 2,399 | | | | 964,086 | |
Shake Shack, Inc., Class A* | | | 7,895 | | | | 589,914 | |
Shoe Carnival, Inc. | | | 6,304 | | | | 183,825 | |
Signet Jewelers Ltd. | | | 5,100 | | | | 359,550 | |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. | | | 2,804 | | | | 266,128 | |
Wingstop, Inc. | | | 3,404 | | | | 494,771 | |
World Fuel Services Corp. | | | 19,749 | | | | 559,687 | |
Zumiez, Inc.* | | | 3,678 | | | | 163,634 | |
| | | | | | | 31,824,669 | |
Savings & Loans — 1.6% |
Axos Financial, Inc.* | | | 3,461 | | | | 189,455 | |
Banc of California, Inc. | | | 5,748 | | | | 112,948 | |
Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. | | | 18,383 | | | | 571,711 | |
Brookline Bancorp, Inc. | | | 4,158 | | | | 71,268 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Savings & Loans — (Continued) |
Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc. | | | 73,010 | | | $ | 1,613,521 | |
Flushing Financial Corp. | | | 2,054 | | | | 48,249 | |
FS Bancorp, Inc. | | | 66,364 | | | | 2,124,975 | |
Northfield Bancorp, Inc. | | | 4,651 | | | | 73,021 | |
Northwest Bancshares, Inc. | | | 5,826 | | | | 82,030 | |
OceanFirst Financial Corp. | | | 3,540 | | | | 79,225 | |
Pacific Premier Bancorp, Inc. | | | 8,033 | | | | 310,957 | |
Provident Financial Services, Inc. | | | 10,750 | | | | 255,098 | |
Riverview Bancorp, Inc. | | | 239,710 | | | | 1,862,547 | |
| | | | | | | 7,395,005 | |
Semiconductors — 6.2% |
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. | | | 2,466 | | | | 211,706 | |
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.* | | | 17,319 | | | | 496,536 | |
Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Ltd.* | | | 17,555 | | | | 943,932 | |
Amtech Systems, Inc.* | | | 248,810 | | | | 2,587,624 | |
Axcelis Technologies, Inc.* | | | 47,894 | | | | 3,315,223 | |
AXT, Inc.* | | | 285,542 | | | | 2,127,288 | |
Bloom Energy Corp., Class A* | | | 19,109 | | | | 424,220 | |
Brooks Automation, Inc. | | | 5,578 | | | | 488,187 | |
Cirrus Logic, Inc.* | | | 3,525 | | | | 306,217 | |
CMC Materials, Inc. | | | 1,581 | | | | 293,165 | |
FormFactor, Inc.* | | | 17,572 | | | | 711,490 | |
Impinj, Inc.* | | | 40,418 | | | | 2,778,737 | |
inTEST Corp.* | | | 188,100 | | | | 2,089,791 | |
Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc. | | | 6,419 | | | | 335,329 | |
Lattice Semiconductor Corp.* | | | 6,736 | | | | 421,808 | |
MKS Instruments, Inc. | | | 1,371 | | | | 206,473 | |
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. | | | 1,952 | | | | 895,382 | |
Onto Innovation, Inc.* | | | 7,663 | | | | 660,627 | |
Photronics, Inc.* | | | 201,145 | | | | 3,705,091 | |
Power Integrations, Inc. | | | 11,478 | | | | 1,033,020 | |
Semtech Corp.* | | | 9,320 | | | | 646,622 | |
Silicon Motion Technology Corp., ADR | | | 17,257 | | | | 1,251,823 | |
SiTime Corp.* | | | 2,739 | | | | 553,661 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.* | | | 68,906 | | | | 1,891,470 | |
Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc.* | | | 13,913 | | | | 637,354 | |
Veeco Instruments, Inc.* | | | 3,472 | | | | 99,195 | |
| | | | | | | 29,111,971 | |
Software — 4.5% |
8x8, Inc.* | | | 4,085 | | | | 52,942 | |
ACI Worldwide, Inc.* | | | 46,120 | | | | 1,545,942 | |
Alight, Inc., Class A* | | | 112,003 | | | | 1,169,311 | |
Apollo Medical Holdings, Inc.* | | | 2,389 | | | | 114,959 | |
Asure Software, Inc.* | | | 277,722 | | | | 1,935,722 | |
Avaya Holdings Corp.* | | | 85,834 | | | | 1,181,934 | |
BigCommerce Holdings, Inc.* | | | 10,043 | | | | 260,114 | |
Blackbaud, Inc.* | | | 799 | | | | 49,930 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Software — (Continued) |
Blackline, Inc.* | | | 5,739 | | | $ | 432,204 | |
BM Technologies, Inc.* | | | 212,830 | | | | 2,030,398 | |
Bottomline Technologies de, Inc.* | | | 2,442 | | | | 138,315 | |
Cardlytics, Inc.* | | | 7,481 | | | | 433,898 | |
CDK Global, Inc. | | | 31,345 | | | | 1,421,182 | |
Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. | | | 1,297 | | | | 82,230 | |
Computer Programs & Systems, Inc.* | | | 38,681 | | | | 1,190,601 | |
Concentrix Corp. | | | 830 | | | | 165,909 | |
CSG Systems International, Inc. | | | 2,981 | | | | 183,987 | |
Digimarc Corp.* | | | 1,912 | | | | 57,609 | |
Docebo, Inc.* | | | 17,920 | | | | 942,950 | |
DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc.* | | | 11,127 | | | | 307,662 | |
Ebix, Inc. | | | 5,151 | | | | 152,006 | |
Expensify, Inc., Class A* | | | 17,233 | | | | 353,277 | |
HireRight Holdings Corp.* | | | 22,806 | | | | 298,074 | |
Jamf Holding Corp.* | | | 13,478 | | | | 461,082 | |
JFrog Ltd.* | | | 17,904 | | | | 443,482 | |
LivePerson, Inc.* | | | 9,192 | | | | 186,414 | |
ManTech International Corp., Class A | | | 2,301 | | | | 191,834 | |
Motorsport Games, Inc., Class A* | | | 17,011 | | | | 58,008 | |
Pagerduty, Inc.* | | | 11,627 | | | | 393,225 | |
Phreesia, Inc.* | | | 20,908 | | | | 643,757 | |
Progress Software Corp. | | | 5,306 | | | | 233,888 | |
Smith Micro Software, Inc.* | | | 569,950 | | | | 2,370,992 | |
Sophia Genetics SA* | | | 18,956 | | | | 242,637 | |
Sprout Social, Inc., Class A* | | | 3,554 | | | | 231,401 | |
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.* | | | 3,504 | | | | 567,648 | |
Workiva, Inc.* | | | 3,613 | | | | 380,449 | |
Zovio, Inc.* | | | 220,653 | | | | 244,925 | |
| | | | | | | 21,150,898 | |
Telecommunications — 1.9% |
Aviat Networks, Inc.* | | | 21,566 | | | | 610,318 | |
Calix, Inc.* | | | 38,719 | | | | 2,103,990 | |
Cambium Networks Corp.* | | | 16,966 | | | | 471,824 | |
Clearfield, Inc.* | | | 23,036 | | | | 1,476,838 | |
Consolidated Communications Holdings, Inc.* | | | 10,868 | | | | 77,380 | |
Extreme Networks, Inc.* | | | 46,300 | | | | 531,987 | |
IDT Corp., Class B* | | | 3,111 | | | | 112,183 | |
Iridium Communications, Inc.* | | | 9,628 | | | | 381,172 | |
Liberty Latin America Ltd., Class C* | | | 94,028 | | | | 948,743 | |
NetGear, Inc.* | | | 2,616 | | | | 69,612 | |
One Stop Systems, Inc.* | | | 182,788 | | | | 758,570 | |
Plantronics, Inc.* | | | 3,217 | | | | 90,623 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (CONCLUDED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Telecommunications — (Continued) |
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co. | | | 5,854 | | | $ | 130,837 | |
Sierra Wireless, Inc.* | | | 30,883 | | | | 583,380 | |
Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. | | | 5,416 | | | | 93,968 | |
Viavi Solutions, Inc.* | | | 23,640 | | | | 387,696 | |
Vonage Holdings Corp.* | | | 10,203 | | | | 207,325 | |
| | | | | | | 9,036,446 | |
Textiles — 0.4% |
UniFirst Corp. | | | 11,557 | | | | 2,094,706 | |
Transportation — 2.8% |
Air Transport Services Group, Inc.* | | | 152,422 | | | | 4,802,817 | |
ArcBest Corp. | | | 7,779 | | | | 720,958 | |
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.* | | | 2,543 | | | | 199,269 | |
CryoPort, Inc.* | | | 16,591 | | | | 569,569 | |
Forward Air Corp. | | | 14,723 | | | | 1,519,119 | |
Greenbrier Cos., Inc., (The) | | | 16,764 | | | | 744,825 | |
International Seaways, Inc. | | | 90,673 | | | | 1,658,409 | |
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, Inc., Class A | | | 1,873 | | | | 102,041 | |
Marten Transport Ltd. | | | 7,327 | | | | 126,391 | |
PAM Transportation Services, Inc.* | | | 18,338 | | | | 1,237,265 | |
Saia, Inc.* | | | 5,443 | | | | 1,563,393 | |
Scorpio Tankers, Inc. | | | 4,242 | | | | 73,768 | |
| | | | | | | 13,317,824 | |
Utilities — 0.1% |
Unitil Corp. | | | 6,637 | | | | 335,102 | |
Water — 0.1% |
American States Water Co. | | | 1,758 | | | | 147,953 | |
California Water Service Group | | | 1,969 | | | | 112,095 | |
York Water Co., (The) | | | 989 | | | | 44,377 | |
| | | | | | | 304,425 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $324,931,769) | | | | | | | 445,476,980 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
RIGHTS — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Computers — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
EVERCEL INC CVR* | | | 350,100 | | | $ | — | |
TOTAL RIGHTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $—) | | | | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
WARRANTS — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Other Financial Investment Activities — 0.0% | | | | |
EQRx, Inc. * | | | 16,581 | | | | 9,702 | |
TOTAL WARRANTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $28,553) | | | | | | | 9,702 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 5.2% | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 24,673,889 | | | | 24,673,889 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $24,673,889) | | | | | | | 24,673,889 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 99.8% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $349,634,211) | | | | | | | 470,160,571 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.2% | | | | | | | 920,167 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 471,080,738 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
REIT | Real Estate Investment Trust |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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STATEMENT of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $324,960,322) | | $ | 445,486,682 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $24,673,889) | | | 24,673,889 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 3,185,481 | |
Capital shares sold | | | 345,501 | |
Dividends | | | 113,408 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 58,997 | |
Total assets | | | 473,863,958 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Investments purchased | | | 2,449,986 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 35,000 | |
Sub-advisory fees | | | 234,759 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 63,475 | |
Total liabilities | | | 2,783,220 | |
Net assets | | $ | 471,080,738 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 29,778 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 338,175,581 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 132,875,379 | |
Net assets | | $ | 471,080,738 | |
| | | | |
CAPITAL SHARES: | | | | |
Net Assets | | | 471,080,738 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 29,777,723 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 15.82 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $4,586) | | $ | 2,127,573 | |
Total investment income | | | 2,127,573 | |
| | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Sub-advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 1,845,111 | |
Administration and accounting services fees (Note 2) | | | 101,377 | |
Legal fees | | | 34,802 | |
Director fees | | | 30,642 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 29,528 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 28,477 | |
Officer fees | | | 23,993 | |
Audit fees | | | 23,682 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 14,624 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 3,128 | |
Other expenses | | | 50,700 | |
Total expenses | | | 2,186,064 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (58,491 | ) |
| | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 28,196,054 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (72,370,779 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (44,174,725 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (44,233,216 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (58,491 | ) | | $ | (868,250 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 28,196,054 | | | | 103,633,563 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (72,370,779 | ) | | | 105,939,183 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (44,233,216 | ) | | | 208,704,496 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (105,103,714 | ) | | | (5,747,679 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (105,103,714 | ) | | | (5,747,679 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 21,544,438 | | | | 22,544,942 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 86,226,516 | | | | 5,252,862 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (23,530,359 | ) | | | (56,019,750 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from capital share transactions | | | 84,240,595 | | | | (28,221,946 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (65,096,335 | ) | | | 174,734,871 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | $ | 536,177,073 | | | | 361,442,202 | |
End of period | | $ | 471,080,738 | | | $ | 536,177,073 | |
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SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,216,883 | | | | 1,248,118 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 4,890,897 | | | | 311,927 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,301,354 | ) | | | (2,921,970 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | 4,806,426 | | | | (1,361,925 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 21.47 | | | $ | 13.73 | | | $ | 12.89 | | | $ | 16.76 | | | $ | 12.94 | | | $ | 11.20 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | — | (2) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (1.43 | ) | | | 7.99 | | | | 1.33 | | | | (1.99 | ) | | | 4.36 | | | | 1.76 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.43 | ) | | | 7.96 | | | | 1.32 | | | | (2.00 | ) | | | 4.35 | | | | 1.74 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (4.22 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (1.87 | ) | | | (0.53 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (4.22 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (1.87 | ) | | | (0.53 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 15.82 | | | $ | 21.47 | | | $ | 13.73 | | | $ | 12.89 | | | $ | 16.76 | | | $ | 12.94 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (8.68 | )%(4) | | | 58.41 | % | | | 10.47 | % | | | (11.16 | )% | | | 34.54 | % | | | 15.54 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 471,081 | | | $ | 536,177 | | | $ | 361,442 | | | $ | 291,859 | | | $ | 349,352 | | | $ | 262,480 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.85 | %(5) | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.92 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.02 | )%(5) | | | (0.18 | )% | | | (0.08 | )% | | | (0.08 | )% | | | (0.07 | )% | | | (0.15 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 27 | %(4) | | | 75 | % | | | 101 | % | | | 80 | % | | | 86 | % | | | 88 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(2) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Adara Smaller Companies Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on October 21, 2014.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The Fund’s investment objective seeks capital appreciation.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is for the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION – The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Investments in Exchange-Traded Funds (“ETFs”) are valued at their last reported sale price. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. Investments in other open-end investment companies, if any, are valued based on the NAV of those investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as disclosed in their prospectuses). If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS – The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 445,476,980 | | | $ | 445,476,980 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Rights | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | ** | | | — | |
Warrants | | | 9,702 | | | | 9,702 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 24,673,889 | | | | 24,673,889 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 470,160,571 | | | $ | 470,160,571 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
** | Value equals zero as of the end of the reporting period. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
For the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
REITS — The Fund has made certain investments in real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) which pay dividends to their shareholders based upon available funds from operations. It is quite common for these dividends to exceed the REITs’ taxable earnings and profits resulting in the excess portion being designated as a return of capital. The Fund intends to include the gross dividends from such REITs in its annual distributions to shareholders and, accordingly, a portion of the Fund’s distributions may also be designated as a return of capital.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains (including net short-term capital gains), if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Fund invests depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Altair Advisers, LLC (“Altair” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund. Aperio Group, LLC, Driehaus Capital Management, LLC, Pacific Ridge Capital Partners, LLC, Pier Capital, LLC and River Road Asset Management, LLC each serve as an investment sub-adviser (“Sub-Adviser”) to the Fund.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The Fund is managed by the Adviser and one or more Sub-Advisers unaffiliated with the Adviser. The Adviser also has the ultimate responsibility to oversee the Sub-Advisers, and to recommend their hiring, termination and replacement, subject to approval by the Board. The Adviser has an investment team that is jointly responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund. The Sub-Advisers provide investment advisory services to the portion of the Fund’s portfolio allocated to them by the Adviser. The Adviser and the Fund have entered into sub-advisory agreements with the Sub-Advisers to manage the Fund, subject to supervision of the Adviser and the Board, and in accordance with the investment objective and restrictions of the Fund. The Fund compensates the Sub-Advisers for their services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets, (the “Sub-Advisory Fee”), not to exceed 1.00%, payable on a monthly basis in arrears.
During the current fiscal period, collectively, sub-advisory fees accrued were $1,845,111, or the rate of 0.72%.
The Fund is currently only available to clients of the Adviser and to other investors at the Fund’s discretion. The Adviser does not receive a separate management fee from the Fund. However, pursuant to the Fund’s investment advisory agreement with the Adviser, the Adviser is entitled to receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses it incurs in connection with its compliance monitoring of Fund trading, up to 0.01% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. During the current fiscal period, the Adviser received $29,887.
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
3. Director and Officer Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Fund were as follows:
PURCHASES | SALES |
$132,789,933 | $159,306,046 |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Fund has determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows:
FEDERAL TAX COST | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$346,338,863 | $204,362,592 | $(14,669,143) | $189,693,449 |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
UNDISTRIBUTED ORDINARY INCOME | UNDISTRIBUTED LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAINS | CAPITAL LOSS CARRYFORWARDS | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | QUALIFIED LATE-YEAR LOSSES |
$40,401,280 | $52,117,580 | $— | $189,693,449 | $— |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term and foreign currency gains, if applicable, are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 were as follows:
| | ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM GAINS | | | TOTAL | |
2021 | | $ | — | | | $ | 5,747,679 | | | $ | 5,747,679 | |
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Fund may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021.
Under the Regulated Investment Company Modernization Act of 2010, the Fund is permitted to carry forward capital losses incurred in taxable years beginning after December 22, 2010 for an unlimited period. Additionally, capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses rather than being considered all short-term as under the previous law. The Fund had utilized $3,593,637. As of August 31, 2021, the Fund had no unexpiring short-term or long-term losses.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONCLUDED)
February 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
6. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued, and has determined that there were no subsequent events.
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Other Information (Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (844) 261-6482 and on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC website at http://www.sec.gov.
LIQUIDITY RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The Adviser has delegated oversight of the Adviser Program to its Compliance Committee, whose process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund held a percentage of highly liquid assets above its highly liquid investment minimum at all times during the Period; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Altair Advisers, LLC
303 West Madison Street, Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60606
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Two Commerce Square
2001 Market Street, Suite 1800
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
of
The RBB Fund, Inc.
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
This report is submitted for the general information of the shareholders of the Fund. It is not authorized for distribution unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Fund.
AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
SEMI-Annual Report
Performance Data
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months† | One Year | Three Year | Since Inception | |
Aquarius International Fund | -8.51% | -2.22% | 6.50% | 3.36%* | |
MSCI AC WORLD INDEX ex USA Gross Index | -6.81% | 0.03% | 8.16% | 4.58%** | |
* | The Fund commenced operations on April 17, 2018. |
** | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling (844) 261-6482.
The Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 0.75% of average daily net assets. This ratio may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report.
The Fund invests in common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stocks and securities convertible into common stocks. Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The MSCI ACWI ex USA Index captures large and mid cap representation across 22 of 23 Developed Markets (DM) countries (excluding the US) and 24 Emerging Markets (EM) countries. With 2,312 constituents, the index covers approximately 85% of the global equity opportunity set outside the US. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
Investment Considerations
Investing in the Fund involves risk and an investor may lose money. The success of the Fund’s strategy depends on the Adviser’s ability to select Sub-Advisers and each manager’s ability to select investments for the Fund. The Fund may invest in riskier type investments including small, micro-cap and large cap stocks, Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), special situations, foreign markets, emerging markets and illiquid securities all of which may be more volatile and less liquid.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Fund Expense Example
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
This example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022 and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six Month Total Investment Return |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 914.90 | $ (40.40) | 0.74% | -8.51% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,049.60 | (43.25) | 0.74 | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratio in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. The Fund’s ending account value on the first line in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
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Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by security type of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
Security Type/Sector Classification | | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Banks | | | 9.3 | % | | $ | 35,504,119 | |
Semiconductors | | | 8.4 | | | | 32,215,515 | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 8.2 | | | | 31,282,458 | |
Insurance | | | 5.0 | | | | 19,094,285 | |
Internet | | | 4.2 | | | | 16,050,824 | |
Beverages | | | 3.6 | | | | 13,639,860 | |
Oil & Gas | | | 3.3 | | | | 12,638,651 | |
Commercial Services | | | 3.0 | | | | 11,562,447 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 2.8 | | | | 10,672,858 | |
Investment Companies | | | 2.8 | | | | 10,588,425 | |
Distribution/Wholesale | | | 2.7 | | | | 10,470,205 | |
Telecommunications | | | 2.6 | | | | 10,008,379 | |
Apparel | | | 2.6 | | | | 9,878,507 | |
Retail | | | 2.4 | | | | 9,301,831 | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 2.3 | | | | 8,753,001 | |
Computers | | | 2.0 | | | | 7,499,327 | |
Media | | | 1.9 | | | | 7,255,688 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care | | | 1.7 | | | | 6,578,919 | |
Chemicals | | | 1.7 | | | | 6,483,951 | |
Mining | | | 1.6 | | | | 6,093,937 | |
Machinery-Diversified | | | 1.5 | | | | 5,896,599 | |
Building Materials | | | 1.5 | | | | 5,885,660 | |
Software | | | 1.5 | | | | 5,689,267 | |
Airlines | | | 1.2 | | | | 4,573,413 | |
Water | | | 1.0 | | | | 3,972,374 | |
Electronics | | | 1.0 | | | | 3,967,931 | |
Food | | | 1.0 | | | | 3,902,122 | |
Auto Manufacturers | | | 0.9 | | | | 3,459,209 | |
Transportation | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,029,361 | |
Hand/Machine Tools | | | 0.7 | | | | 2,568,467 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment | | | 0.7 | | | | 2,563,465 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,184,925 | |
Private Equity | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,982,475 | |
Electric | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,882,145 | |
Iron/Steel | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,736,097 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,589,296 | |
Machinery-Construction & Mining | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,528,219 | |
Food Service | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,489,438 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,396,349 | |
Biotechnology | | | 0.3 | | | | 1,203,658 | |
Healthcare-Services | | | 0.3 | % | | $ | 930,887 | |
Agriculture | | | 0.2 | | | | 919,504 | |
Environmental Control | | | 0.2 | | | | 897,483 | |
Engineering & Construction | | | 0.2 | | | | 850,449 | |
REITS | | | 0.2 | | | | 670,382 | |
Packaging & Containers | | | 0.2 | | | | 634,731 | |
Home Furnishings | | | 0.2 | | | | 580,304 | |
Home Builders | | | 0.1 | | | | 484,925 | |
Entertainment | | | 0.1 | | | | 432,639 | |
Aerospace/Defense | | | 0.1 | | | | 394,038 | |
Gas | | | 0.1 | | | | 374,028 | |
Holding Companies-Diversification | | | 0.1 | | | | 371,000 | |
Pipelines | | | 0.1 | | | | 342,508 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment | | | 0.1 | | | | 331,927 | |
Leisure Time | | | 0.1 | | | | 323,339 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware | | | 0.1 | | | | 304,548 | |
Oil & Gas Services | | | 0.1 | | | | 291,749 | |
Advertising | | | 0.1 | | | | 266,763 | |
Toys/Games/Hobbies | | | 0.1 | | | | 233,172 | |
Lodging | | | 0.1 | | | | 209,928 | |
Office/Business Equipment | | | 0.0 | | | | 133,460 | |
Forest Products & Paper | | | 0.0 | | | | 91,740 | |
Coal | | | 0.0 | | | | 82,680 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources | | | 0.0 | | | | 79,972 | |
Household Products/Wares | | | 0.0 | | | | 34,907 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care | | | 0.2 | | | | 671,488 | |
Chemicals | | | 0.1 | | | | 544,025 | |
Banks | | | 0.1 | | | | 207,559 | |
Auto Manufacturers | | | 0.0 | | | | 84,937 | |
Electronics | | | 0.0 | | | | 38,853 | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS: | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 0.3 | | | | 1,076,131 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 8.1 | | | | 30,898,758 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,906,736 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by country of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
Country | | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
Australia | | | 0.8 | % | | $ | 3,009,143 | |
Austria | | | 0.1 | | | | 288,813 | |
Belgium | | | 2.6 | | | | 9,866,219 | |
Bermuda | | | 1.5 | | | | 5,690,858 | |
Brazil | | | 1.0 | | | | 3,955,933 | |
Canada | | | 1.7 | | | | 6,665,051 | |
Cayman Islands | | | 5.4 | | | | 20,500,830 | |
China | | | 2.0 | | | | 7,572,881 | |
Colombia | | | 0.0 | | | | 97,352 | |
Cyprus | | | 0.0 | | | | 62,194 | |
Denmark | | | 2.4 | | | | 9,031,544 | |
Finland | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,022,534 | |
France | | | 5.5 | | | | 20,957,485 | |
Germany | | | 3.7 | | | | 14,290,707 | |
Greece | | | 0.1 | | | | 205,286 | |
Hong Kong | | | 1.0 | | | | 3,766,954 | |
India | | | 3.7 | | | | 14,299,337 | |
Indonesia | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,694,535 | |
Ireland | | | 6.8 | | | | 25,996,709 | |
Isle Of Man | | | 0.3 | | | | 962,691 | |
Israel | | | 1.3 | | | | 5,149,323 | |
Italy | | | 1.6 | | | | 6,259,490 | |
Japan | | | 6.7 | | | | 25,719,513 | |
Jersey | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,776,785 | |
Kazakhstan | | | 0.1 | | | | 462,513 | |
Luxembourg | | | 0.8 | | | | 2,991,476 | |
Mexico | | | 0.9 | % | | $ | 3,317,235 | |
Netherlands | | | 3.9 | | | | 14,930,334 | |
New Zealand | | | 0.0 | | | | 72,834 | |
Norway | | | 0.2 | | | | 615,224 | |
Panama | | | 0.1 | | | | 488,593 | |
Philippines | | | 0.1 | | | | 235,320 | |
Poland | | | 0.2 | | | | 587,146 | |
Portugal | | | 0.0 | | | | 37,592 | |
Qatar | | | 0.1 | | | | 383,451 | |
Russia | | | 0.0 | | | | 141,729 | |
Singapore | | | 0.9 | | | | 3,543,942 | |
South Africa | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,190,847 | |
South Korea | | | 4.0 | | | | 15,440,765 | |
Spain | | | 0.3 | | | | 968,893 | |
Sweden | | | 2.9 | | | | 11,063,262 | |
Switzerland | | | 6.2 | | | | 23,691,930 | |
Taiwan | | | 4.8 | | | | 18,210,297 | |
Thailand | | | 1.7 | | | | 6,535,362 | |
United Kingdom | | | 12.1 | | | | 46,240,436 | |
United States | | | 9.4 | | | | 35,580,787 | |
Vietnam | | | 0.1 | | | | 290,336 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.5 | | | | 1,906,736 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 90.7% | | | | | | | | |
Advertising — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Dentsu, Inc. | | | 1,800 | | | $ | 71,820 | |
Publicis Groupe SA | | | 2,188 | | | | 145,209 | |
WPP, PLC | | | 3,536 | | | | 49,734 | |
| | | | | | | 266,763 | |
Aerospace/Defense — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Airbus Group SE | | | 1,204 | | | | 153,726 | |
MTU Aero Engines AG, ADR | | | 562 | | | | 68,177 | |
Safran SA | | | 649 | | | | 82,519 | |
Safran SA, ADR | | | 1,076 | | | | 34,055 | |
Thales SA | | | 486 | | | | 55,561 | |
| | | | | | | 394,038 | |
Agriculture — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
British American Tabacco, PLC, SP ADR | | | 5,862 | | | | 259,335 | |
Imperial Brands, PLC, SP ADR | | | 3,146 | | | | 70,187 | |
Japan Tobacco, Inc. | | | 4,730 | | | | 86,990 | |
Origin Enterprises, PLC | | | 115,290 | | | | 466,789 | |
Swedish Match* | | | 4,980 | | | | 36,203 | |
| | | | | | | 919,504 | |
Airlines — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Copa Holdings SA, Class A* | | | 5,759 | | | | 488,593 | |
Ryanair Holding, PLC, SP ADR* | | | 40,967 | | | | 4,084,820 | |
| | | | | | | 4,573,413 | |
Apparel — 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
Adidas AG | | | 14,238 | | | | 3,366,467 | |
Adidas AG, SP ADR | | | 1,152 | | | | 135,752 | |
Gildan Activewear, Inc. | | | 5,757 | | | | 226,308 | |
Hermes International | | | 80 | | | | 110,323 | |
Kering SA | | | 139 | | | | 96,415 | |
LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE | | | 7,599 | | | | 5,584,555 | |
LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE, ADR | | | 2,000 | | | | 291,500 | |
Shenzhou International Group Holdings, Ltd. | | | 4,000 | | | | 67,187 | |
| | | | | | | 9,878,507 | |
Auto Manufacturers — 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, SP ADR | | | 3,309 | | | | 105,491 | |
BYD Co., Ltd., Class H | | | 13,435 | | | | 416,315 | |
Daimler AG | | | 3,623 | | | | 283,028 | |
Daimler Truck Holding AG* | | | 1,811 | | | | 55,191 | |
Ferrari NV | | | 141 | | | | 30,299 | |
Ferrari NV, ADR | | | 642 | | | | 138,229 | |
Geely Automobile Holdings, Ltd. | | | 6,982 | | | | 13,005 | |
Geely Automobile Holdings, Ltd., ADR | | | 883 | | | | 33,192 | |
Hyundai Motor Co. | | | 353 | | | | 51,943 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Auto Manufacturers — (Continued) |
Iveco Group NV* | | | 1,324 | | | $ | 11,052 | |
NIO, Inc., ADR* | | | 1,791 | | | | 40,907 | |
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.* | | | 10,100 | | | | 48,169 | |
Stellantis NV | | | 5,160 | | | | 94,109 | |
Tata Motors, Ltd., SP ADR* | | | 50,918 | | | | 1,542,306 | |
Toyota Motor Corp. | | | 3,000 | | | | 54,889 | |
Toyota Motor Corp., SP ADR* | | | 1,862 | | | | 340,653 | |
Volkswagen AG, ADR | | | 5,060 | | | | 130,497 | |
Volvo AB, Class B | | | 3,636 | | | | 69,934 | |
| | | | | | | 3,459,209 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment — 0.1% | | | | |
Continental AG* | | | 442 | | | | 37,664 | |
Faurecia SE | | | 87 | | | | 3,276 | |
Magna International, Inc. | | | 3,010 | | | | 223,553 | |
Michelin | | | 463 | | | | 63,736 | |
Vitesco Technologies Group AG* | | | 88 | | | | 3,698 | |
| | | | | | | 331,927 | |
Banks — 9.3% | | | | | | | | |
Australia & New Zealand Banking Group, Ltd. | | | 5,980 | | | | 113,213 | |
Banco Santander SA | | | 37,238 | | | | 124,003 | |
Bangkok Bank | | | 332,100 | | | | 1,419,402 | |
Bank Central Asia Tbk PT | | | 2,351,615 | | | | 1,327,642 | |
Bank Leumi Le Israel | | | 411,353 | | | | 4,456,154 | |
Bank Montreal | | | 867 | | | | 98,751 | |
Bank of Ireland Group, PLC* | | | 605,778 | | | | 4,019,499 | |
Bank of Nova Scotia, (The) | | | 1,749 | | | | 126,523 | |
Bank Rakyat Indonesia Persero Tbk PT, ADR* | | | 1,382 | | | | 22,202 | |
Barclays, PLC | | | 126,063 | | | | 308,044 | |
Bendigo & Adelaide Bank, Ltd. | | | 12,614 | | | | 88,034 | |
BNP Paribas SA | | | 2,636 | | | | 152,953 | |
BOC Hong Kong Holdings, Ltd. | | | 28,000 | | | | 100,662 | |
CaixaBank SA | | | 65,952 | | | | 216,626 | |
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce | | | 573 | | | | 72,433 | |
China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd., Class H | | | 187,798 | | | | 1,583,008 | |
China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd., ADR | | | 554 | | | | 23,379 | |
Commerzbank AG* | | | 18,102 | | | | 151,281 | |
Commonwealth Bank Of Australia | | | 4,044 | | | | 274,359 | |
Concordia Financial Group, Ltd. | | | 11,723 | | | | 47,692 | |
Credit Suisse Group AG | | | 13,720 | | | | 114,934 | |
Dah Sing Financial Holdings, Ltd. | | | 222,400 | | | | 720,218 | |
DBS Group Holdings, Ltd. | | | 114,700 | | | | 2,883,576 | |
DBS Group Holdings, Ltd., SP ADR | | | 1,611 | | | | 162,260 | |
Deutsche Bank AG* | | | 8,776 | | | | 109,086 | |
DNB Bank ASA | | | 12,189 | | | | 272,891 | |
FinecoBank Banca Fineco SpA | | | 101,742 | | | | 1,695,619 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Banks — (Continued) |
FirstRand, Ltd. | | | 13,495 | | | $ | 58,105 | |
Fukuoka Financial Group, Inc. | | | 3,000 | | | | 59,143 | |
Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores SA, ADR | | | 8,589 | | | | 46,123 | |
Grupo Financiero Banorte SAB de CV, Class O | | | 170,185 | | | | 1,154,925 | |
Hang Seng Bank, Ltd. | | | 4,400 | | | | 81,141 | |
HDFC Bank, Ltd. | | | 140,950 | | | | 2,675,620 | |
HDFC Bank, Ltd., ADR | | | 15,262 | | | | 948,838 | |
HSBC Holdings, PLC, SP ADR | | | 9,910 | | | | 342,291 | |
ICICI Bank, Ltd., SP ADR | | | 102,926 | | | | 2,003,969 | |
ING Groep NV | | | 7,103 | | | | 82,953 | |
Macquarie Group, Ltd. | | | 749 | | | | 98,571 | |
Mediobanca Banca di Credito Finanziario SpA | | | 3,974 | | | | 41,386 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc., SP ADR* | | | 53,334 | | | | 328,537 | |
National Australia Bank, Ltd. | | | 7,689 | | | | 161,493 | |
National Australia Bank, Ltd., SP ADR | | | 11,208 | | | | 118,917 | |
Nedbank Group, Ltd., SP ADR | | | 2,666 | | | | 38,204 | |
Nordea Bank Abp | | | 93 | | | | 1,027 | |
Nordea Bank Abp | | | 11,504 | | | | 127,275 | |
NU Holdings Ltd./Cayman Islands, Class A* | | | 73,547 | | | | 562,635 | |
Oversea-Chinese Bank Corp., Ltd. | | | 9,000 | | | | 77,989 | |
Qatar National Bank QPSC | | | 63,900 | | | | 383,451 | |
Royal Bank Canada | | | 3,116 | | | | 344,069 | |
Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd., SP ADR* | | | 9,162 | | | | 297,032 | |
Siam Commercial Bank PCL, (The) | | | 217,100 | | | | 838,930 | |
Societe Generale SA | | | 2,392 | | | | 67,640 | |
Standard Bank Group, Ltd. | | | 9,099 | | | | 96,413 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc., SP ADR* | | | 56,610 | | | | 403,629 | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB, Class A | | | 262,317 | | | | 2,493,799 | |
TCS Group Holding PLC | | | 6,505 | | | | 62,194 | |
Toronto-Dominion Bank, (The) | | | 3,414 | | | | 275,476 | |
UBS Group AG | | | 13,717 | | | | 252,348 | |
United Overseas Bank, Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 133,352 | |
Woori Financial Group, Inc., SP ADR* | | | 4,696 | | | | 162,200 | |
| | | | | | | 35,504,119 | |
Beverages — 3.6% | | | | | | | | |
Ambev SA, ADR | | | 196,408 | | | | 575,476 | |
Anheuser-Busch InBev SA NV, SP ADR | | | 2,087 | | | | 129,039 | |
Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 1,700 | | | | 68,577 | |
Carlsberg A/S, Class B | | | 499 | | | | 73,178 | |
China Resources Beer Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 10,000 | | | | 79,294 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Beverages — (Continued) |
Coca-Cola European Partners, PLC | | | 476 | | | $ | 24,376 | |
Diageo, PLC | | | 121,315 | | | | 6,010,264 | |
Diageo, PLC, SP ADR | | | 2,046 | | | | 408,566 | |
Endeavour Group Ltd/Australia | | | 2,137 | | | | 11,161 | |
Fomento Economico Mexicano SAB de CV, SP ADR | | | 461 | | | | 37,064 | |
Heineken NV | | | 7,416 | | | | 752,270 | |
Kirin Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 1,900 | | | | 31,588 | |
Pernod Ricard SA | | | 300 | | | | 65,490 | |
Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd. | | | 800 | | | | 31,879 | |
Thai Beverage, PLC | | | 7,751,500 | | | | 3,812,535 | |
United Spirits Ltd.* | | | 31,227 | | | | 368,719 | |
Wuliangye Yibin Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 38,298 | | | | 1,160,384 | |
| | | | | | | 13,639,860 | |
Biotechnology — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Argenx SE, ADR* | | | 118 | | | | 33,950 | |
BeiGene Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,244 | | | | 261,887 | |
CSL Ltd., SP ADR | | | 1,030 | | | | 97,757 | |
CSL, Ltd. | | | 628 | | | | 119,398 | |
Genmab A/S* | | | 1,823 | | | | 612,704 | |
Genmab A/S, SP ADR* | | | 2,330 | | | | 77,962 | |
| | | | | | | 1,203,658 | |
Building Materials — 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Cemex SAB de CV, SP ADR* | | | 5,460 | | | | 27,846 | |
CRH, PLC | | | 79,007 | | | | 3,591,528 | |
CRH, PLC, SP ADR | | | 3,605 | | | | 161,829 | |
Daikin Industries, Ltd. | | | 249 | | | | 46,016 | |
Daikin Industries, Ltd., SP ADR* | | | 1,490 | | | | 27,386 | |
Geberit AG | | | 90 | | | | 58,876 | |
James Hardie Industries PLC | | | 2,896 | | | | 94,546 | |
LafargeHolcim, Ltd. | | | 2,013 | | | | 101,331 | |
Semen Indonesia Persero Tbk PT, ADR | | | 2,421 | | | | 24,113 | |
Sika AG | | | 5,234 | | | | 1,736,824 | |
TOTO, Ltd. | | | 365 | | | | 15,365 | |
| | | | | | | 5,885,660 | |
Chemicals — 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Air Liquide SA | | | 15,246 | | | | 2,532,445 | |
Air Liquide SA, ADR | | | 1,771 | | | | 58,160 | |
Akzo Nobel NV, ADR | | | 2,496 | | | | 78,524 | |
Asahi Kasei Corp. | | | 6,000 | | | | 56,309 | |
BASF SE, SP ADR | | | 9,844 | | | | 162,032 | |
Covestro AG (a) | | | 1,716 | | | | 90,752 | |
Croda International, PLC | | | 584 | | | | 58,458 | |
FUCHS PETROLUB SE | | | 33,621 | | | | 1,049,660 | |
Givaudan SA | | | 27 | | | | 112,736 | |
Givaudan SA, ADR | | | 600 | | | | 49,980 | |
ICL Group, Ltd. | | | 12,592 | | | | 146,571 | |
Israel Chemicals, Ltd. | | | 24,673 | | | | 280,200 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Chemicals — (Continued) |
Johnson Matthey, PLC | | | 1,377 | | | $ | 34,604 | |
Kansai Paint Co., Ltd. | | | 1,360 | | | | 27,296 | |
Koninklijke DSM NV | | | 561 | | | | 105,336 | |
LANXESS AG | | | 1,023 | | | | 49,832 | |
LG Chem, Ltd. | | | 385 | | | | 182,700 | |
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. | | | 22 | | | | 562 | |
Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 3,610 | | | | 32,310 | |
Novozymes A/S, ADR | | | 920 | | | | 59,901 | |
Nutrien, Ltd.* | | | 10,020 | | | | 861,620 | |
Sasol Ltd.* | | | 2,195 | | | | 50,364 | |
Shin Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., ADR* | | | 2,744 | | | | 107,126 | |
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. | | | 654 | | | | 102,147 | |
Solvay SA | | | 373 | | | | 41,597 | |
Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. | | | 13,000 | | | | 62,065 | |
Symrise AG | | | 500 | | | | 59,473 | |
Umicore SA, ADR | | | 3,052 | | | | 31,191 | |
| | | | | | | 6,483,951 | |
Coal — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
China Shenhua Energy Co., Ltd., Class H | | | 30,000 | | | | 82,680 | |
Commercial Services — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Adecco Group AG | | | 374 | | | | 17,664 | |
Adyen NV* (a) | | | 1,130 | | | | 2,355,234 | |
Allfunds Group, PLC* | | | 118,119 | | | | 1,355,314 | |
Amadeus IT Group SA, ADR* | | | 1,437 | | | | 94,339 | |
Ashtead Group, PLC | | | 39,020 | | | | 2,535,607 | |
Bidvest Group, Ltd., (The) | | | 3,146 | | | | 43,104 | |
Bureau Veritas SA | | | 1,739 | | | | 49,723 | |
China Merchants Port Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 60,000 | | | | 113,124 | |
Edenred | | | 1,223 | | | | 55,653 | |
Experian, PLC | | | 2,543 | | | | 99,341 | |
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. | | | 34,757 | | | | 142,770 | |
Intertek Group, PLC | | | 628 | | | | 45,079 | |
Localiza Rent a Car SA, SP ADR* | | | 4,006 | | | | 41,903 | |
Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 3,292 | | | | 138,956 | |
RELX, PLC | | | 142,298 | | | | 4,333,426 | |
Rentokil Initial, PLC | | | 7,414 | | | | 50,314 | |
Sohgo Security Services Co. Ltd. | | | 889 | | | | 32,097 | |
Transurban Group | | | 6,366 | | | | 58,799 | |
| | | | | | | 11,562,447 | |
Computers — 2.0% | | | | | | | | |
AutoStore Holdings Ltd.* | | | 724,004 | | | | 2,414,420 | |
CGI, Inc.* | | | 279 | | | | 22,867 | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.* | | | 528 | | | | 76,496 | |
CyberArk Software, Ltd.* | | | 576 | | | | 98,001 | |
Fujitsu, Ltd. | | | 422 | | | | 61,310 | |
Globant S.A.* | | | 1,679 | | | | 460,046 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Computers — (Continued) |
Infosys Ltd., SP ADR | | | 40,486 | | | $ | 909,315 | |
Logitech International SA | | | 536 | | | | 40,007 | |
Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. | | | 70,000 | | | | 2,457,196 | |
Tata Consultancy Services, Ltd. | | | 12,197 | | | | 577,793 | |
Teleperformance | | | 266 | | | | 98,703 | |
Wipro, Ltd., ADR | | | 38,844 | | | | 283,173 | |
| | | | | | | 7,499,327 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care — 1.7% | | | | |
Essity AB, Class B | | | 1,791 | | | | 46,093 | |
Kao Corp. | | | 3,000 | | | | 140,241 | |
Kao Corp., ADR* | | | 3,535 | | | | 32,770 | |
Lion Corp. | | | 6,945 | | | | 91,029 | |
L’Oreal SA | | | 1,301 | | | | 514,318 | |
L’Oreal SA, ADR | | | 3,400 | | | | 268,770 | |
Natura & Co. Holding SA, ADR* | | | 3,927 | | | | 34,911 | |
Pola Orbis Holdings, Inc. | | | 2,100 | | | | 33,081 | |
Proya Cosmetics Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 18,016 | | | | 532,134 | |
Shiseido Co., Ltd. | | | 600 | | | | 34,432 | |
Unicharm Corp. | | | 2,487 | | | | 93,745 | |
Unilever PLC-CVA | | | 86,007 | | | | 4,315,371 | |
Unilever, PLC, SP ADR | | | 8,793 | | | | 442,024 | |
| | | | | | | 6,578,919 | |
Distribution/Wholesale — 2.7% | | | | | | | | |
Azelis Group NV* | | | 73,899 | | | | 1,498,192 | |
Bunzl, PLC | | | 147,383 | | | | 5,824,281 | |
Ferguson Plc | | | 10,682 | | | | 1,627,710 | |
IMCD NV | | | 7,338 | | | | 1,191,997 | |
ITOCHU Corp. | | | 3,700 | | | | 120,578 | |
ITOCHU Corp., ADR* | | | 426 | | | | 27,869 | |
Jardine Cycle & Carriage, Ltd. | | | 4,000 | | | | 64,602 | |
Mitsui & Co., Ltd. | | | 3,159 | | | | 78,762 | |
Sendas Distribuidora SA, ADR* | | | 2,775 | | | | 36,214 | |
| | | | | | | 10,470,205 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 2.3% | | | | |
Banco BTG Pactual SA* | | | 160,145 | | | | 795,647 | |
Capitec Bank Holdings, Ltd. | | | 3,704 | | | | 500,087 | |
Chailease Holding Co., Ltd. | | | 94,355 | | | | 856,319 | |
China International Capital Corp., Ltd., Class H (a) | | | 19,000 | | | | 46,226 | |
Deutsche Boerse AG | | | 13,948 | | | | 2,374,273 | |
Deutsche Boerse AG, ADR | | | 2,810 | | | | 47,489 | |
Futu Holdings Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,146 | | | | 48,991 | |
Guotai Junan Securities Co., Ltd., Class H (a) | | | 33,000 | | | | 48,636 | |
Hong Kong Exchange & Clearing, Ltd. | | | 3,780 | | | | 183,166 | |
Housing Development Finance Corp., Ltd. | | | 30,537 | | | | 965,147 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Diversified Financial Services — (Continued) |
Japan Exchange Group, Inc., ADR | | | 76,100 | | | $ | 1,425,054 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. | | | 12,638 | | | | 623,489 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc., ADR* | | | 6,431 | | | | 316,405 | |
London Stock Exchange Group, PLC | | | 791 | | | | 69,099 | |
London Stock Exchange Group, PLC, ADR | | | 2,464 | | | | 53,518 | |
Noah Holdings, Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,075 | | | | 30,487 | |
Nomura Holdings, Inc. | | | 14,100 | | | | 64,339 | |
Sanlam Ltd., SP ADR | | | 5,156 | | | | 43,568 | |
SBI Holdings, Inc. (Japan) | | | 2,600 | | | | 68,203 | |
Singapore Exchange, Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 41,627 | |
St James’s Place, PLC | | | 5,807 | | | | 108,870 | |
Standard Life Aberdeen, PLC | | | 15,283 | | | | 42,361 | |
| | | | | | | 8,753,001 | |
Electric — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
CLP Holdings, Ltd. | | | 3,000 | | | | 30,562 | |
E.ON SE | | | 4,210 | | | | 57,263 | |
Elia Group SA/NV | | | 542 | | | | 78,028 | |
Enel SpA | | | 17,109 | | | | 126,076 | |
Engie SA, SP ADR | | | 8,968 | | | | 142,322 | |
Fortis, Inc. | | | 2,870 | | | | 131,503 | |
Iberdrola SA | | | 8,686 | | | | 98,548 | |
Iberdrola SA, SP ADR | | | 1,618 | | | | 73,211 | |
National Grid, PLC | | | 2,867 | | | | 43,347 | |
National Grid, PLC, SP ADR | | | 2,605 | | | | 196,886 | |
Orsted A/S (a) | | | 320 | | | | 41,413 | |
Power Assets Holdings, Ltd. | | | 9,500 | | | | 59,874 | |
Power Grid Corp. of India Ltd. | | | 194,487 | | | | 541,552 | |
RWE AG | | | 1,891 | | | | 87,559 | |
SSE, PLC, ADR | | | 5,415 | | | | 124,762 | |
Terna Rete Elettrica Nazionale SpA | | | 6,010 | | | | 49,239 | |
| | | | | | | 1,882,145 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment — 0.7% | | | | |
ABB, Ltd. | | | 4,533 | | | | 153,183 | |
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 9,422 | | | | 807,817 | |
Legrand SA | | | 14,529 | | | | 1,370,671 | |
Schneider Electric SE | | | 698 | | | | 108,146 | |
Schneider Electric SE, ADR | | | 4,025 | | | | 123,648 | |
| | | | | | | 2,563,465 | |
Electronics — 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Assa Abloy AB, Class B | | | 63,711 | | | | 1,672,268 | |
Halma, PLC | | | 22,416 | | | | 723,011 | |
Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. | | | 427 | | | | 64,205 | |
Hon Hai Precision | | | 56,353 | | | | 209,327 | |
Hoya Corp. | | | 670 | | | | 87,280 | |
Hoya Corp., SP ADR* | | | 487 | | | | 63,295 | |
Kyocera Corp. | | | 900 | | | | 51,798 | |
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | | 1,119 | | | | 76,053 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Electronics — (Continued) |
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., ADR* | | | 5,048 | | | $ | 85,311 | |
Nidec Corp. | | | 78 | | | | 6,781 | |
Nidec Corp., SP ADR* | | | 4,640 | | | | 100,781 | |
Silergy Corp. | | | 2,625 | | | | 349,784 | |
Unimicron Technology Corp. | | | 51,414 | | | | 478,037 | |
| | | | | | | 3,967,931 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources — 0.0% | | | | |
Vestas Wind System | | | 2,480 | | | | 79,972 | |
Engineering & Construction — 0.2% | | | | |
Airports of Thailand PCL* | | | 235,100 | | | | 464,495 | |
Ferrovial SA | | | 3,085 | | | | 84,048 | |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico SAB de CV, SP ADR, Class B* | | | 392 | | | | 57,342 | |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste SAB de CV, SP ADR | | | 471 | | | | 101,708 | |
HOCHTIEF AG | | | 774 | | | | 52,202 | |
Vinci SA, ADR | | | 3,476 | | | | 90,654 | |
| | | | | | | 850,449 | |
Entertainment — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Evolution AB, ADR | | | 269 | | | | 30,830 | |
MultiChoice Group | | | 5,548 | | | | 45,470 | |
MultiChoice Group, Ltd., ADR | | | 93 | | | | 758 | |
OPAP SA | | | 14,085 | | | | 205,286 | |
Oriental Land Co., Ltd. | | | 813 | | | | 150,295 | |
| | | | | | | 432,639 | |
Environmental Control — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
China Conch Venture Holdings, Ltd. | | | 186,500 | | | | 897,483 | |
Food — 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
a2 Milk Co., Ltd.* | | | 10,970 | | | | 44,420 | |
Aeon Co., Ltd. | | | 1,976 | | | | 44,764 | |
BRF SA, ADR* | | | 3,487 | | | | 11,054 | |
China Mengniu Dairy Co., Ltd.* | | | 107,222 | | | | 697,203 | |
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Spruengli AG | | | 6 | | | | 63,646 | |
Cia Brasileira de Distribuicao, SP ADR* | | | 2,775 | | | | 12,626 | |
Coles Group, Ltd. | | | 4,109 | | | | 51,983 | |
Danone SA | | | 1,287 | | | | 78,300 | |
Danone SA, SP ADR | | | 3,395 | | | | 41,215 | |
Dino Polska SA* (a) | | | 8,350 | | | | 587,146 | |
ICA Gruppen AB | | | 2,220 | | | | 125,153 | |
JBS SA, ADR | | | 690 | | | | 9,619 | |
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV | | | 696 | | | | 21,411 | |
Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV, SP ADR | | | 4,031 | | | | 123,711 | |
Marine Harvest | | | 1,851 | | | | 47,661 | |
MASAN GROUP Corp. | | | 42,300 | | | | 290,336 | |
Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 1,500 | | | | 90,027 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Food — (Continued) |
Nestle SA | | | 1,342 | | | $ | 174,857 | |
Nestle SA, SP ADR | | | 6,845 | | | | 890,055 | |
Nissin Foods Holdings Co, Ltd. | | | 1,200 | | | | 95,877 | |
Ocado Group, PLC* | | | 3,758 | | | | 69,106 | |
Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd., ADR* | | | 3,000 | | | | 73,170 | |
Tesco, PLC | | | 1 | | | | 5 | |
Wilmar International, Ltd. | | | 29,000 | | | | 94,251 | |
Woolworths Group, Ltd. | | | 4,264 | | | | 110,257 | |
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. | | | 1,000 | | | | 54,269 | |
| | | | | | | 3,902,122 | |
Food Service — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Compass Group, PLC | | | 58,465 | | | | 1,321,495 | |
Compass Group, PLC, SP ADR | | | 7,353 | | | | 167,943 | |
| | | | | | | 1,489,438 | |
Forest Products & Paper — 0.0% | | | | |
Smurfit Kappa Group PLC, ADR | | | 736 | | | | 36,800 | |
UPM-Kymmene Corp. | | | 1,590 | | | | 54,940 | |
| | | | | | | 91,740 | |
Gas — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Beijing Enterprises Holdings, Ltd. | | | 23,500 | | | | 80,335 | |
China Resources Gas Group, Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 27,558 | |
ENN Energy Holdings, Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 86,894 | |
Hong Kong & China Gas Co., Ltd. | | | 84,000 | | | | 127,029 | |
Snam SpA | | | 9,397 | | | | 52,212 | |
| | | | | | | 374,028 | |
Hand/Machine Tools — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Amada Co., Ltd. | | | 170,400 | | | | 1,509,875 | |
Sandvik AB | | | 3,286 | | | | 70,821 | |
Schindler Holding AG | | | 342 | | | | 76,660 | |
Techtronic Industrials Co., Ltd. | | | 54,375 | | | | 911,111 | |
| | | | | | | 2,568,467 | |
Healthcare-Products — 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
Alcon, Inc. | | | 76,310 | | | | 5,895,528 | |
Alcon, Inc., ADR | | | 1,128 | | | | 86,845 | |
Cochlear, Ltd. | | | 376 | | | | 61,380 | |
Coloplast A/S, ADR | | | 1,070 | | | | 16,018 | |
Coloplast A/S, Class B | | | 327 | | | | 49,193 | |
Essilor International Cie Generale d’Opitque SA | | | 17,201 | | | | 3,002,790 | |
EssilorLuxottica SA, ADR | | | 144 | | | | 12,466 | |
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp, Ltd. | | | 1,512 | | | | 28,414 | |
Koninklijke Philips | | | 34,617 | | | | 1,182,473 | |
Koninklijke Philips NV, ADR | | | 1 | | | | 34 | |
Olympus Corp. | | | 2,000 | | | | 40,621 | |
QIAGEN NV* | | | 2,099 | | | | 104,299 | |
Siemens Healthineers AG (a) | | | 1,037 | | | | 66,545 | |
Smith & Nephew, PLC | | | 2,242 | | | | 40,100 | |
Sysmex Corp. | | | 300 | | | | 24,015 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Healthcare-Products — (Continued) |
Sysmex Corp., ADR* | | | 450 | | | $ | 17,901 | |
Terumo Corp. | | | 1,362 | | | | 44,236 | |
| | | | | | | 10,672,858 | |
Healthcare-Services — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Ltd. | | | 8,206 | | | | 525,225 | |
BioMerieux | | | 482 | | | | 52,977 | |
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co., KGaA | | | 459 | | | | 29,449 | |
Lonza Group AG | | | 182 | | | | 125,926 | |
Lonza Group AG, ADR* | | | 370 | | | | 25,497 | |
Sonic Healthcare Ltd., SP ADR | | | 3,345 | | | | 84,963 | |
Wuxi Biologics Cayman, Inc.* (a) | | | 10,500 | | | | 86,850 | |
| | | | | | | 930,887 | |
Holding Companies-Diversification — 0.1% | | | | |
CK Hutchison Holdings, Ltd. | | | 10,000 | | | | 70,111 | |
Jardine Matheson Holdings Ltd., ADR | | | 644 | | | | 38,691 | |
Jardine Matheson Holdings, Ltd. | | | 1,000 | | | | 59,500 | |
MELI Kaszek Pioneer Corp.* | | | 20,089 | | | | 202,698 | |
| | | | | | | 371,000 | |
Home Builders — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. | | | 24,632 | | | | 403,373 | |
Sekisui House, Ltd. | | | 4,000 | | | | 81,552 | |
| | | | | | | 484,925 | |
Home Furnishings — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Electrolux AB, Class B | | | 972 | | | | 17,404 | |
Panasonic Corp. | | | 4,000 | | | | 41,773 | |
Sharp Corp. (Japan) | | | 3,000 | | | | 28,368 | |
Sony Corp., SP ADR* | | | 4,806 | | | | 492,759 | |
| | | | | | | 580,304 | |
Household Products/Wares — 0.0% | | | | |
Henkel Ag & Co., KGaA | | | 454 | | | | 34,907 | |
Insurance — 5.0% | | | | | | | | |
Admiral Group, PLC | | | 60,119 | | | | 2,394,889 | |
Aegon NV | | | 14,288 | | | | 70,580 | |
Ageas SA NV | | | 2,481 | | | | 119,352 | |
AIA Group, Ltd. | | | 77,000 | | | | 799,556 | |
AIA Group, Ltd., SP ADR | | | 9,630 | | | | 402,919 | |
Allianz SE, SP ADR | | | 6,060 | | | | 137,017 | |
Aon, PLC, Class A | | | 24,359 | | | | 7,116,238 | |
Baloise Holding AG | | | 522 | | | | 87,562 | |
CNP Assurances | | | 12,462 | | | | 303,740 | |
Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. | | | 6,692 | | | | 138,980 | |
Hannover Rueck SE | | | 286 | | | | 52,653 | |
Lancashire Holdings, Ltd. | | | 348,744 | | | | 2,195,866 | |
Legal & General Group, PLC | | | 36,815 | | | | 136,122 | |
Manulife Finanical Corp. | | | 6,860 | | | | 138,984 | |
Muenchener Rueckversicherungs-Gesellschaft AG in Muenchen, ADR | | | 1,100 | | | | 30,074 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Insurance — (Continued) |
New China Life Insurance Co., Ltd., Class H | | | 16,800 | | | $ | 48,079 | |
NN Group NV | | | 3,039 | | | | 145,857 | |
Ping An Insurance Group Co. of China, Ltd., Class H | | | 9,500 | | | | 73,660 | |
Prudential PLC, SP ADR | | | 2,925 | | | | 44,222 | |
Sampo, Class A, PLC | | | 54,988 | | | | 2,594,590 | |
Sun Life Financial, Inc. | | | 2,753 | | | | 144,698 | |
Suncorp Group, Ltd. | | | 18,597 | | | | 144,661 | |
T&D Holdings, Inc. | | | 5,200 | | | | 75,522 | |
Topdanmark AS | | | 27,521 | | | | 1,571,999 | |
Zurich Insurance Group AG | | | 202 | | | | 92,717 | |
Zurich Insurance Group AG, ADR | | | 740 | | | | 33,748 | |
| | | | | | | 19,094,285 | |
Internet — 4.2% | | | | | | | | |
51job, Inc., ADR* | | | 669 | | | | 34,654 | |
Alibaba Group Holding, Ltd.* | | | 95,500 | | | | 1,257,150 | |
Alibaba Group Holdings, Ltd., SP ADR* | | | 4,776 | | | | 502,388 | |
Autohome, Inc., ADR* | | | 3,016 | | | | 92,259 | |
Baidu, Inc., SP ADR* | | | 6,630 | | | | 1,010,677 | |
East Money Information Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 120,217 | | | | 512,864 | |
JD.com, Inc., Class A* | | | 12,737 | | | | 454,964 | |
JD.com, Inc., ADR* | | | 13,437 | | | | 962,492 | |
JOYY, Inc., ADR | | | 675 | | | | 31,246 | |
Meituan, ADR* | | | 4,299 | | | | 190,962 | |
Meituan Dianping, Class B* (a) | | | 17,300 | | | | 384,322 | |
momo.com, Inc. | | | 12,000 | | | | 427,189 | |
Naspers, Ltd. | | | 10,814 | | | | 1,361,814 | |
Naver Corp. | | | 1,033 | | | | 275,251 | |
Pinduoduo, Inc., ADR* | | | 3,687 | | | | 191,208 | |
Prosus NV, ADR | | | 2,020 | | | | 25,068 | |
Seek, Ltd. | | | 4,272 | | | | 83,402 | |
Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | | | 131,530 | | | | 7,097,533 | |
Tencent Holdings, Ltd., ADR | | | 18,076 | | | | 972,308 | |
Tencent Music Entertainment Group, ADR* | | | 5,583 | | | | 30,092 | |
Trip.com Group Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,218 | | | | 31,449 | |
Vipshop Holdings, Ltd., ADR* | | | 4,069 | | | | 35,278 | |
Weibo Corp., SP ADR* | | | 996 | | | | 27,320 | |
Wix.com Ltd.* | | | 292 | | | | 26,741 | |
Z Holdings Corp. | | | 6,577 | | | | 32,193 | |
| | | | | | | 16,050,824 | |
Investment Companies — 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
Groupe Bruxelles Lambert SA | | | 76,170 | | | | 7,909,231 | |
Kinnevik AB, Class B* | | | 849 | | | | 21,616 | |
Melrose Indust, Plc | | | 1,297,679 | | | | 2,567,429 | |
Wendel SA | | | 888 | | | | 90,149 | |
| | | | | | | 10,588,425 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Iron/Steel — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
BlueScope Steel, Ltd. | | | 6,357 | | | $ | 94,134 | |
Cia Siderurgica Nacional SA, SP ADR | | | 41,580 | | | | 201,663 | |
Fortescue Metals Group, Ltd. | | | 5,658 | | | | 75,378 | |
Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp. | | | 8,000 | | | | 146,472 | |
Posco, SP ADR* | | | 3,580 | | | | 212,365 | |
Vale SA, SP ADR | | | 51,261 | | | | 947,816 | |
Voestalpine AG | | | 1,763 | | | | 58,269 | |
| | | | | | | 1,736,097 | |
Leisure Time — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Merida Industry Co., Ltd. | | | 26,351 | | | | 268,382 | |
Shimano, Inc. | | | 236 | | | | 54,957 | |
| | | | | | | 323,339 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 0.6% | | | | |
Eurofins Scientific SE* | | | 21,531 | | | | 2,184,925 | |
Lodging — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Huazhu Group, Ltd., ADR* | | | 2,525 | | | | 104,434 | |
InterContinental Hotels Group, PLC | | | 1,515 | | | | 105,494 | |
| | | | | | | 209,928 | |
Machinery-Construction & Mining — 0.4% | | | | |
Epiroc AB, Class A* | | | 62,724 | | | | 1,178,626 | |
Hitachi Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,830 | | | | 180,987 | |
Hitachi, Ltd. | | | 901 | | | | 44,557 | |
Komatsu, Ltd. | | | 4,400 | | | | 101,217 | |
Siemens Energy AG | | | 960 | | | | 22,832 | |
| | | | | | | 1,528,219 | |
Machinery-Diversified — 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Atlas Copco AB, Class A | | | 1,701 | | | | 87,234 | |
Atlas Copco AB, Class A, SP ADR | | | 1,656 | | | | 83,843 | |
CNH Industrial NV | | | 6,623 | | | | 94,209 | |
FANUC Corp. | | | 300 | | | | 55,111 | |
GEA Group AG | | | 83,173 | | | | 3,637,064 | |
Keyence Corp. | | | 1,300 | | | | 614,901 | |
Kone Corp., Class B | | | 748 | | | | 43,649 | |
Kubota Corp., SP ADR* | | | 883 | | | | 78,764 | |
NARI Technology Co. Ltd., Class A | | | 97,650 | | | | 551,658 | |
SMC Corp. | | | 110 | | | | 65,711 | |
SMC Corp., ADR* | | | 2,280 | | | | 68,286 | |
Spirax-Sarco Engineering, PLC | | | 2,935 | | | | 467,708 | |
Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. | | | 2,000 | | | | 48,461 | |
| | | | | | | 5,896,599 | |
Media — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
Informa, PLC* | | | 4,850 | | | | 38,402 | |
Liberty Media Corp-Liberty Formula One, Class C* | | | 7,201 | | | | 437,317 | |
Pearson, PLC, SP ADR | | | 15,198 | | | | 134,350 | |
Shaw Communications, Inc., Class B | | | 9,386 | | | | 281,392 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Media — (Continued) |
Thomson Reuters Corp. | | | 1,419 | | | $ | 143,390 | |
Vivendi SA, ADR* | | | 5,370 | | | | 67,447 | |
Wolters Kluwer | | | 59,729 | | | | 6,085,790 | |
Wolters Kluwer NV, SP ADR | | | 667 | | | | 67,600 | |
| | | | | | | 7,255,688 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware — 0.1% | | | | |
Tenaris SA, ADR | | | 11,745 | | | | 304,548 | |
Mining — 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Agnico Eagle Mines, Ltd. | | | 827 | | | | 41,755 | |
Antofagasta, PLC | | | 8,790 | | | | 177,980 | |
Barrick Gold Corp. | | | 6,196 | | | | 139,844 | |
BHP Billiton Ltd., SP ADR | | | 1,848 | | | | 125,276 | |
Boliden AB | | | 2,900 | | | | 128,993 | |
Cameco Corp. | | | 16,005 | | | | 393,403 | |
Franco-Nevada Corp. | | | 1,038 | | | | 152,710 | |
Ganfeng Lithium Co. Ltd., Class H (a) | | | 27,800 | | | | 471,827 | |
Groupo Mexico SAB de CV SA, Class B | | | 256,071 | | | | 1,308,049 | |
Hindalco Industries Ltd. | | | 52,889 | | | | 406,459 | |
Lynas Rare Earths, Ltd.* | | | 44,632 | | | | 337,836 | |
MMC Norilsk Nickel PJSC, ADR | | | 2,034 | | | | 26,178 | |
Newmont Corp. | | | 9,752 | | | | 645,582 | |
Norsk Hydro ASA | | | 15,202 | | | | 144,359 | |
Polyus PJSC(a)‡ | | | 1,719 | | | | 115,551 | |
Rio Tinto, PLC, SP ADR | | | 1,709 | | | | 134,293 | |
South32 Ltd. | | | 44,192 | | | | 155,115 | |
Southern Copper Corp. | | | 3,807 | | | | 264,168 | |
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. | | | 2,000 | | | | 99,765 | |
Teck Resources, Ltd., Class B | | | 8,215 | | | | 295,329 | |
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. | | | 12,091 | | | | 529,465 | |
| | | | | | | 6,093,937 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing — 0.4% | | | | |
Alfa Laval AB | | | 28,978 | | | | 939,783 | |
Knorr-Bremse AG | | | 346 | | | | 30,503 | |
Orica Ltd. | | | 5,536 | | | | 59,024 | |
Siemens AG | | | 1,920 | | | | 270,495 | |
Sunny Optical Technology Group Co., Ltd. | | | 3,869 | | | | 92,717 | |
Toshiba Corp. | | | 96 | | | | 3,827 | |
| | | | | | | 1,396,349 | |
Office/Business Equipment — 0.0% | | | | |
Canon, Inc. | | | 2,700 | | | | 63,539 | |
Fujifilm Holdings Corp. | | | 1,100 | | | | 69,921 | |
| | | | | | | 133,460 | |
Oil & Gas — 3.3% | | | | | | | | |
BP, PLC, SP ADR | | | 1 | | | | 29 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Oil & Gas — (Continued) |
Canadian Natural Resources, Ltd. | | | 4,335 | | | $ | 242,023 | |
DCC, PLC | | | 81,870 | | | | 6,424,660 | |
Eni SpA | | | 96,055 | | | | 1,494,112 | |
Equinor ASA, SP ADR | | | 3,137 | | | | 98,690 | |
Galp Energia SGPS SA | | | 3,396 | | | | 37,592 | |
Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. | | | 1,100 | | | | 29,487 | |
Imperial Oil, Ltd. | | | 2,792 | | | | 125,193 | |
Inpex Corp. | | | 6,228 | | | | 64,195 | |
Lundin Petroleum AB | | | 1,163 | | | | 42,914 | |
Neste Oyj | | | 756 | | | | 29,480 | |
OMV AG | | | 4,843 | | | | 230,544 | |
PetroChina Co. Ltd., Class H | | | 664,000 | | | | 355,656 | |
Petroleo Brasileiro, SP ADR* | | | 52,593 | | | | 751,554 | |
Reliance Industries, Ltd. | | | 37,073 | | | | 1,167,121 | |
Repsol SA | | | 7,844 | | | | 101,784 | |
Santos Ltd. | | | 19,946 | | | | 106,228 | |
Shell, PLC, ADR | | | 14,983 | | | | 784,959 | |
Suncor Energy, Inc. | | | 1,090 | | | | 33,278 | |
Total SA, SP ADR | | | 7,259 | | | | 366,797 | |
Woodside Petroleum, Ltd. | | | 7,291 | | | | 152,355 | |
| | | | | | | 12,638,651 | |
Oil & Gas Services — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
SCHLUMBERGER Ltd. | | | 7,435 | | | | 291,749 | |
Packaging & Containers — 0.2% | | | | |
Ball Corp. | | | 7,073 | | | | 634,731 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 8.2% | | | | | | | | |
Alfresa Holdings Corp. | | | 256,100 | | | | 3,941,203 | |
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings, Ltd., ADR | | | 6,986 | | | | 91,377 | |
Astellas Pharma, Inc. | | | 94,800 | | | | 1,581,665 | |
Astellas Pharma, Inc., ADR* | | | 190 | | | | 3,169 | |
AstraZeneca, PLC, SP ADR | | | 7,332 | | | | 446,372 | |
Bausch Health Cos., Inc.* | | | 3,548 | | | | 85,365 | |
Bayer AG | | | 1,102 | | | | 63,655 | |
Celltrion, Inc. | | | 122 | | | | 16,338 | |
Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | | | 2,000 | | | | 66,347 | |
CSPC Pharmaceutical Group, Ltd. | | | 23,040 | | | | 27,311 | |
Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. | | | 4,148 | | | | 101,192 | |
Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd., ADR* | | | 876 | | | | 21,392 | |
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Ltd., ADR | | | 3,953 | | | | 211,169 | |
Glaxosmithkline, PLC | | | 208,987 | | | | 4,358,266 | |
Glaxosmithkline, PLC, SP ADR | | | 8,330 | | | | 348,694 | |
Grifols SA,ADR | | | 2,969 | | | | 36,697 | |
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | | | 1,671 | | | | 143,120 | |
Merck KGaA | | | 587 | | | | 116,430 | |
Novartis AG | | | 45,386 | | | | 3,989,042 | |
Novartis AG, SP ADR | | | 5,895 | | | | 515,577 | |
Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B | | | 24,022 | | | | 2,485,880 | |
Novo-Nordisk AS, SP ADR | | | 6,449 | | | | 663,925 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Pharmaceuticals — (Continued) |
Ono Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd. | | | 2,900 | | | $ | 71,398 | |
Orion Corporation, Class B | | | 672 | | | | 31,556 | |
Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 1,100 | | | | 37,922 | |
Recordati SpA | | | 55,506 | | | | 2,714,889 | |
Roche Holdings AG | | | 9,235 | | | | 3,497,605 | |
Roche Holdings AG, SP ADR | | | 12,016 | | | | 567,516 | |
Sanofi | | | 35,823 | | | | 3,744,678 | |
Sanofi, ADR | | | 5,834 | | | | 305,993 | |
Taisho Pharmaceutical Holdings Co. Ltd. | | | 600 | | | | 29,784 | |
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | | | 1,600 | | | | 48,784 | |
UCB SA | | | 546 | | | | 59,589 | |
Zhangzhou Pientzehuang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 14,900 | | | | 858,558 | |
| | | | | | | 31,282,458 | |
Pipelines — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Enbridge, Inc. | | | 6,937 | | | | 299,540 | |
TC Energy Corp. | | | 800 | | | | 42,968 | |
| | | | | | | 342,508 | |
Private Equity — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
3i Group, PLC | | | 3,463 | | | | 61,691 | |
Antin Infrastructure Partners SA* | | | 12,332 | | | | 323,005 | |
Bridgepoint Group PLC* (a) | | | 131,946 | | | | 599,167 | |
Macquarie Korea Infrastructure Fund | | | 26,497 | | | | 302,441 | |
Partners Group Holding AG | | | 515 | | | | 696,171 | |
| | | | | | | 1,982,475 | |
Real Estate — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Aroundtown SA | | | 6,368 | | | | 39,266 | |
China Resources Land, Ltd. | | | 13,714 | | | | 66,709 | |
CK Asset Holdings, Ltd. | | | 11,000 | | | | 69,476 | |
Daito Trust Construction Co., Ltd. | | | 300 | | | | 33,192 | |
Deutsche Wohnen SE | | | 1,095 | | | | 45,257 | |
Great Eagle Holdings, Ltd. | | | 377,662 | | | | 954,823 | |
Longfor Group Holdings, Ltd. (a) | | | 13,000 | | | | 69,518 | |
REA Group, Ltd. | | | 633 | | | | 61,014 | |
Sunac Services Holdings, Ltd. (a) | | | 620 | | | | 530 | |
Swiss Prime Site AG | | | 538 | | | | 52,721 | |
Vonovia SE | | | 1,569 | | | | 83,288 | |
Wharf Holdings Ltd., (The) | | | 14,000 | | | | 50,652 | |
Wharf Real Estate Investment Co., Ltd. | | | 14,000 | | | | 62,850 | |
| | | | | | | 1,589,296 | |
REITS — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust | | | 23,000 | | | | 47,160 | |
CapitaLand Mall Trust | | | 25,000 | | | | 39,125 | |
Daiwa House REIT Investment Corp. | | | 24 | | | | 65,089 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
REITS — (Continued) |
Goodman Group | | | 6,677 | | | $ | 108,032 | |
Japan Prime Realty Investment Corp. | | | 15 | | | | 48,839 | |
Japan Real Estate Investment Corp. | | | 6 | | | | 32,051 | |
Japan Retail Fund Investment Corp. | | | 76 | | | | 61,510 | |
Nippon Prologis REIT, Inc. | | | 15 | | | | 44,101 | |
Segro, PLC | | | 5,434 | | | | 94,503 | |
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield* | | | 938 | | | | 71,500 | |
United Urban Investment Corp. | | | 51 | | | | 58,472 | |
| | | | | | | 670,382 | |
Retail — 2.4% | | | | | | | | |
ANTA Sports Products, Ltd. | | | 5,561 | | | | 84,934 | |
Astra International Tbk PT, ADR | | | 3,615 | | | | 29,896 | |
Cie Financiere Richemont SA | | | 12,160 | | | | 163,552 | |
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. | | | 147 | | | | 79,293 | |
Hennes & Mauritz AB, Class B | | | 2,490 | | | | 41,556 | |
Industria de Diseno Textil SA, ADR | | | 7,152 | | | | 93,191 | |
Jiumaojiu International Holdings Ltd. (a) | | | 153,000 | | | | 343,715 | |
Lawson, Inc. | | | 1,100 | | | | 45,865 | |
McDonald’s Holdings Co. Japan, Ltd. | | | 700 | | | | 30,099 | |
Moncler SpA | | | 774 | | | | 46,479 | |
Next, PLC | | | 352 | | | | 32,230 | |
Nitori Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 53 | | | | 7,975 | |
Pet Center Comercio e Participacoes SA | | | 91,600 | | | | 308,751 | |
Restaurant Brands International, Inc. | | | 3,260 | | | | 182,495 | |
Sundrug Co., Ltd. | | | 20,000 | | | | 544,438 | |
Swatch Group AG, (The) | | | 12,349 | | | | 3,797,519 | |
TITAN COMPANY, Ltd. | | | 24,206 | | | | 822,193 | |
Tsuruha Holdings | | | 24,400 | | | | 1,961,633 | |
Wal-Mart de Mexico SAB de CV | | | 119,748 | | | | 456,049 | |
Wal-Mart de Mexico SAB de CV, SP ADR | | | 1,129 | | | | 42,755 | |
Yum China Holdings, Inc. | | | 2,448 | | | | 127,345 | |
Zalando SE* (a) | | | 166 | | | | 10,987 | |
Zhongsheng Group Holdings, Ltd. | | | 7,000 | | | | 48,881 | |
| | | | | | | 9,301,831 | |
Semiconductors — 8.4% | | | | | | | | |
ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. ADR | | | 6,033 | | | | 43,619 | |
ASML Holding NV | | | 1,360 | | | | 909,875 | |
ASML Holding NV, ADR | | | 1,608 | | | | 1,071,748 | |
Mediatek, Inc. | | | 25,000 | | | | 987,896 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. | | | 10,103 | | | | 897,753 | |
Rohm Co., Ltd. | | | 40 | | | | 3,190 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Semiconductors — (Continued) |
Samsung Electronic Co., Ltd. | | | 109,816 | | | $ | 6,616,787 | |
Samsung Electronic Co., Ltd., GDR | | | 3,744 | | | | 5,616,675 | |
SiTime Corp.* | | | 1,520 | | | | 307,253 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. | | | 917 | | | | 95,601 | |
SUMCO Corp. | | | 34 | | | | 567 | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | | 265,000 | | | | 5,697,383 | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., SP ADR | | | 86,954 | | | | 9,304,948 | |
Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | | | 400 | | | | 196,311 | |
Tokyo Electron, Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,048 | | | | 127,950 | |
United Microelectronics Corp., SP ADR | | | 36,418 | | | | 337,959 | |
| | | | | | | 32,215,515 | |
Software — 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
BlackBerry, Ltd.* | | | 10,732 | | | | 73,729 | |
Dassault Systemes SE | | | 2,375 | | | | 114,561 | |
Dassault Systemes SE, ADR | | | 2,450 | | | | 118,825 | |
Kaspi.KZ JSC | | | 7,718 | | | | 462,513 | |
Kingsoft Corp, Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 22,439 | |
NetEase, Inc. | | | 83,000 | | | | 1,605,362 | |
NetEase, Inc., ADR | | | 1,970 | | | | 187,820 | |
Nexon Co., Ltd. | | | 2,300 | | | | 50,249 | |
Open Text Corp. | | | 2,121 | | | | 92,264 | |
Oracle Corp. Japan | | | 400 | | | | 28,570 | |
Playtech, PLC* | | | 107,589 | | | | 962,691 | |
SAP SE, SP ADR | | | 2,021 | | | | 227,524 | |
SimCorp A/S | | | 18,507 | | | | 1,671,369 | |
TeamViewer AG* | | | 4,442 | | | | 35,225 | |
Ubisoft Entertainment SA, ADR* | | | 3,370 | | | | 36,126 | |
| | | | | | | 5,689,267 | |
Telecommunications — 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
America Movil SAB de CV, Class L, SP ADR | | | 7,257 | | | | 131,497 | |
BCE, Inc. | | | 5,954 | | | | 312,764 | |
Bharti Airtel Ltd.* | | | 38,356 | | | | 350,738 | |
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd., SP ADR | | | 10,212 | | | | 455,557 | |
Deutsche Telekom AG, SP ADR | | | 5,690 | | | | 101,851 | |
Elisa OYJ | | | 1,300 | | | | 72,029 | |
GDS Holdings, Ltd., ADR* | | | 787 | | | | 35,037 | |
KDDI Corp. | | | 74,948 | | | | 2,438,902 | |
Millicom International Cellular SA, SDR* | | | 116 | | | | 2,691 | |
MTN Group, Ltd.* | | | 69,023 | | | | 861,583 | |
NICE Ltd., SP ADR* | | | 288 | | | | 65,160 | |
Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp. | | | 2,100 | | | | 60,356 | |
Nokia OYJ, SP ADR* | | | 12,708 | | | | 67,988 | |
Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp. ADR* | | | 984 | | | | 28,447 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Telecommunications — (Continued) |
Orange SA | | | 5,001 | | | $ | 60,471 | |
PLDT, Inc., SP ADR | | | 2,630 | | | | 92,550 | |
SK Telecom Co. Ltd., SP ADR | | | 2 | | | | 50 | |
SoftBank Corp. | | | 7,979 | | | | 100,810 | |
Softbank Group Corp., ADR* | | | 7,968 | | | | 178,882 | |
Swisscom AG | | | 318 | | | | 190,486 | |
Tele2 AB, Class B | | | 1,551 | | | | 20,552 | |
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Class B | | | 427,356 | | | | 3,932,486 | |
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, SP ADR | | | 2,495 | | | | 23,154 | |
Telefonica Brasil SA, ADR | | | 3,635 | | | | 35,587 | |
Telefonica SA | | | 9,725 | | | | 46,446 | |
Telekomunikasi Indonesia Persero Tbk PT | | | 962,800 | | | | 290,682 | |
Telenor ASA, ADR | | | 3,481 | | | | 51,623 | |
| | | | | | | 10,008,379 | |
Toys/Games/Hobbies — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Bandai Namco Holdings, Inc. | | | 800 | | | | 58,649 | |
Nintendo Co., Ltd. | | | 200 | | | | 101,290 | |
Nintendo Co., Ltd., ADR* | | | 1,152 | | | | 73,233 | |
| | | | | | | 233,172 | |
Transportation — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Aurizon Holdings, Ltd. | | | 22,111 | | | | 56,403 | |
Canadian National Railway Co. | | | 3,433 | | | | 425,658 | |
Canadian Pacific Railway, Ltd. | | | 1,504 | | | | 105,701 | |
Deutsche Post AG, SP ADR | | | 3,012 | | | | 150,269 | |
DSV AS | | | 8,434 | | | | 1,552,335 | |
DSV PANALPINA A S, ADR | | | 826 | | | | 75,695 | |
East Japan Railway Co. | | | 900 | | | | 53,468 | |
Keio Corp. | | | 1,100 | | | | 45,009 | |
Kintetsu Group Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 1,120 | | | | 33,647 | |
Kuehne + Nagel International AG | | | 113 | | | | 30,817 | |
Mitsui OSK Lines, Ltd. | | | 3,000 | | | | 245,910 | |
Odakyu Electric Railway Co., Ltd. | | | 2,200 | | | | 36,297 | |
Poste Italiane SpA (a) | | | 3,442 | | | | 39,478 | |
SG Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 2,446 | | | | 51,843 | |
West Japan Railway Co. | | | 750 | | | | 32,358 | |
ZTO Express Cayman, Inc., ADR | | | 3,209 | | | | 94,473 | |
| | | | | | | 3,029,361 | |
Water — 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Cia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo, ADR* | | | 4,592 | | | | 36,782 | |
Severn Trent, PLC | | | 2,060 | | | | 79,255 | |
United Utilities Group, PLC | | | 268,683 | | | | 3,856,337 | |
| | | | | | | 3,972,374 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $301,185,044) | | | | | | | 346,340,720 | |
| | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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AQUARIUS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Auto Manufacturers — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Porsche Auto SE, 2.522% | | | 851 | | | $ | 84,937 | |
Banks — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Banco Bradesco SA, ADR, 4.765% | | | 40,500 | | | | 156,330 | |
Bancolombia SA, SP ADR, 0.689% | | | 1,414 | | | | 51,229 | |
| | | | | | | 207,559 | |
Chemicals — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Fuchs Petrolub SE, 2.765% | | | 13,769 | | | | 544,025 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care — 0.2% | | | | |
LG Household & Health Care, Ltd., 2.295% | | | 1,532 | | | | 671,488 | |
Electronics — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Sartorius AG, 0.187% | | | 88 | | | | 38,853 | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $1,787,783) | | | | | | | 1,546,862 | |
| | | | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS — 0.3% | | | | |
Diversified Financial Services — 0.3% | | | | |
Ishares MSCI India ETF | | | 10,140 | | | | 443,625 | |
iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF | | | 13,576 | | | | 632,506 | |
| | | | | | | 1,076,131 | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $891,820) | | | | | | | 1,076,131 | |
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 8.1% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | | 30,898,758 | | | $ | 30,898,758 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $30,898,758) | | | | | | | 30,898,758 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 99.5% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $334,763,405) | | | | | | | 379,862,471 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.5% | | | | | | | 1,906,736 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration to qualified institutional buyers. As of February 28, 2022, total market value of Rule 144A securities is $5,242,346 and represents 1.40% of net assets. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
‡ | Security has been valued at fair market value using significant unobservable inputs as determined in good faith by or under the direction of The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2022, these securities amounted to $115,551 or 0.03% of net assets. |
ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
GDR | Global Depositary Receipt |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
REIT | Real Estate Investment Trust |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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STATEMENT of Assets and Liabilities
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $303,864,647) | | $ | 348,963,713 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $30,898,758) | | | 30,898,758 | |
Foreign currency, at value (cost $323,662) | | | 294,771 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 1,137,418 | |
Capital shares sold | | | 538,050 | |
Dividends | | | 792,246 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 28,587 | |
Total assets | | $ | 382,653,543 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Investments purchased | | | 474,021 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 100,020 | |
Sub-advisory fees | | | 141,443 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 168,852 | |
Total liabilities | | | 884,336 | |
Net assets | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 35,269 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 350,919,931 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 30,814,007 | |
Net assets | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
| | | | |
CAPITAL SHARES: | | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 381,769,207 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 35,268,935 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 10.82 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $289,999) | | $ | 2,690,900 | |
Total investment income | | | 2,690,900 | |
| | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Sub-advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 911,798 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 191,834 | |
Administration and accounting services fees (Note 2) | | | 118,683 | |
Audit fees | | | 36,113 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 25,035 | |
Legal fees | | | 22,763 | |
Director fees | | | 21,024 | |
Officer fees | | | 15,410 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 13,702 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 2,775 | |
Other expenses | | | 68,804 | |
Total expenses | | | 1,427,941 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 1,262,959 | |
| | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency transactions | | | (2,954,849 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (32,421,743 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (35,376,592 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (34,113,633 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 1,262,959 | | | $ | 3,610,463 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency transactions | | | (2,954,849 | ) | | | 13,243,783 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (32,421,743 | ) | | | 44,996,998 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (34,113,633 | ) | | | 61,851,244 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDEND AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (5,072,140 | ) | | | (2,348,112 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (5,072,140 | ) | | | (2,348,112 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 43,674,880 | | | | 55,323,661 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 4,234,119 | | | | 1,902,390 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (9,777,752 | ) | | | (12,861,612 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from capital share transactions | | | 38,131,247 | | | | 44,364,439 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (1,054,526 | ) | | | 103,867,571 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 382,823,733 | | | | 278,956,162 | |
End of period | | $ | 381,769,207 | | | $ | 382,823,733 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,786,540 | | | | 4,875,177 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 363,132 | | | | 175,659 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (849,396 | ) | | | (1,170,002 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | 3,300,276 | | | | 3,880,834 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Period April 17, 2018(1) to August 31, 2018 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.97 | | | $ | 9.93 | | | $ | 9.27 | | | $ | 9.61 | | | $ | 10.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.08 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (1.04 | ) | | | 2.00 | | | | 0.67 | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.00 | ) | | | 2.12 | | | | 0.79 | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.82 | | | $ | 11.97 | | | $ | 9.93 | | | $ | 9.27 | | | $ | 9.61 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (8.51 | )%(4) | | | 21.46 | % | | | 8.61 | % | | | (2.12 | )% | | | (3.90 | )%(4) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s) | | $ | 381,769 | | | $ | 382,824 | | | $ | 278,956 | | | $ | 163,375 | | | $ | 176,968 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.74 | %(5) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.80 | %(5) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.66 | %(5) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.56 | % | | | 2.21 | %(5) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 24 | %(4) | | | 48 | % | | | 55 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 36 | %(4) |
(1) | Commencement of operations. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Aquarius International Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on April 17, 2018.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The Fund’s investment objective seeks capital appreciation.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION – The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. Investments in other open-end investment companies, if any, are valued based on the NAV of those investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as disclosed in their prospectuses). If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments. Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant. The Fund may use fair value pricing more frequently for securities traded primarily in non-U.S. markets because, among other things, most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities, generally as of 4:00 p.m. Eastern time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, government actions or pronouncements, aftermarket trading, or news events may have occurred in the interim. To account for this, the Fund may value foreign securities using fair value prices based on third-party vendor modeling tools (international fair value pricing).
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS – The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 | — Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 | — Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 | — Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 346,340,720 | | | $ | 71,784,629 | | | $ | 274,440,540 | | | $ | 115,551 | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | | 1,076,131 | | | | 1,076,131 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Preferred Stocks | | | 1,546,862 | | | | 207,559 | | | | 1,339,303 | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 30,898,758 | | | | 30,898,758 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 379,862,471 | | | $ | 103,967,077 | | | $ | 275,779,843 | | | $ | 115,551 | |
* | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no significant Level 3 transfers.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
REITS — The Fund has made certain investments in real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) which pay dividends to their shareholders based upon available funds from operations. It is quite common for these dividends to exceed the REITs’ taxable earnings and profits resulting in the excess portion being designated as a return of capital. The Fund intends to include the gross dividends from such REITs in its annual distributions to shareholders and, accordingly, a portion of the Fund’s distributions may also be designated as a return of capital.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains (including net short-term capital gains), if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Fund does not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Statement of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Statement of Operations.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests, with respect to its investments in issuers existing or operating in such countries. Such taxes are generally based on income earned or repatriated and capital gains realized on the sale of such investments. The Fund accrues such taxes when the related income or capital gains are earned or throughout the holding period. Some countries require governmental approval for the repatriation of investment income, capital or the proceeds of sales earned by foreign investors. Additionally, if there is a deterioration in a country’s balance of payments or for other reasons, a country may impose temporary restrictions on foreign capital remittances abroad.
MARKET RISK — Investments in foreign markets may involve certain considerations and risks not typically associated with investments in the United States of America, including the possibility of future political and economic developments and the level of foreign governmental supervision and regulation of foreign securities markets. These markets are generally smaller, less liquid and more volatile than the major securities markets in the United States of America. Consequently, acquisition and disposition of international securities held by the Fund may be inhibited.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Fund invests depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
2. INVESTMENT ADVISER AND OTHER SERVICES
Altair Advisers, LLC (“Altair” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund. Aperio Group, LLC, Driehaus Capital Management, LLC, Mawer Investment Management, Ltd. and Setanta Asset Management Limited each serve as an investment sub-adviser (“Sub-Adviser”) to the Fund.
The Fund is managed by the Adviser and one or more Sub-Advisers unaffiliated with the Adviser. The Adviser also has the ultimate responsibility to oversee the Sub-Advisers, and to recommend their hiring, termination and replacement, subject to approval by the Board. The Adviser has an investment team that is jointly responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund. The Sub-Advisers provide investment advisory services to the portion of the Fund’s portfolio allocated to them by the Adviser. The Adviser and the Fund have entered into sub-advisory agreements with the Sub-Advisers to manage the Fund, subject to supervision of the Adviser and the Board, and in accordance with
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
the investment objective and restrictions of the Fund. The Fund compensates the Sub-Advisers for their services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets, (the “Sub-Advisory Fee”), not to exceed 0.90%, payable on a monthly basis in arrears.
During the current fiscal period, collectively, sub-advisory fees accrued were $911,798, or the rate of 0.47%.
The Fund is currently only available to clients of the Adviser and to other investors at the Fund’s discretion. The Adviser does not receive a separate management fee from the Fund. However, pursuant to the Fund’s investment advisory agreement with the Adviser, the Adviser is entitled to receive reimbursement for compliance expenses in connection with managing the Fund, up to 0.03% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. During the current fiscal period, the Adviser received $59,350.
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
3. DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Fund were as follows:
PURCHASES | SALES |
$114,114,330 | $84,840,154 |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
5. FEDERAL INCOME TAX INFORMATION
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
Fund has determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost, which includes foreign currency, and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows:
FEDERAL TAX COST | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$310,464,557 | $89,139,805 | $(15,314,240) | $73,825,565 |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributed to foreign currency. There were no permanent differences between distributable earnings/(loss) and paid in capital.
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
UNDISTRIBUTED ORDINARY INCOME | UNDISTRIBUTED LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAINS | CAPITAL LOSS CARRYFORWARDS | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | QUALIFIED LATE-YEAR LOSSES |
$4,089,153 | $— | $(7,914,938) | $73,825,565 | $— |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term and foreign currency gains are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 were as follows:
| | | | | ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM GAINS | | | TOTAL | |
| | 2021 | | | $ | 2,348,112 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 2,348,112 | |
Under the Regulated Investment Company Modernization Act of 2010, the Fund is permitted to carry forward capital losses incurred in taxable years beginning after December 22, 2010 for an unlimited period. Additionally, capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses rather than being considered all short-term as under the previous law. The Fund had utilized $13,038,768. As of August 31, 2021, the Fund had short-term capital loss carryforwards of $7,914,938.
6. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be
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required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued, and has determined that there were no subsequent events.
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Other Information (Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (844) 261-6482 and on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC website at http://www.sec.gov.
LIQUIDITY RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The Adviser has delegated oversight of the Adviser Program to its Compliance Committee, whose process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund held a percentage of highly liquid assets above its highly liquid investment minimum at all times during the Period; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Altair Advisers, LLC
303 West Madison Street, Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60606
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Two Commerce Square
2001 Market Street, Suite 1800
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
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GENERAL MARKET COMMENTARY
Overview
There were three primary events that shaped the investment environment over the six-month period ended February 28, 2022: 1) The rise and fall of Omicron cases, 2) the surge in inflationary pressures and the Federal Reserve’s “pivot” response, and 3) the Russian invasion of neighboring Ukraine.
The stock market, as measured by the S&P 500 Index, gave ground over the period, dropping by -2.62% on a total return basis, with the bulk of the damage inflicted during the final two months of the period. While “risk-off” was generally the preferred trading strategy over the last six months, there were few places to “hide”. Categories that stood out as “safe havens” during the period were: gold, which returned +3.89%, the U.S. dollar, which gained +4.41% and the Japanese yen, which advanced by +4.53%.
U.S. Treasuries, which are often the beneficiary of a “risk-off” trading environment, were largely ineffective as a hedge, as fear of additional and ongoing supply chain disruptions and the corresponding inflationary impact triggered a loss of -3.47% for the sector and interest rates rose during the period by an average of 0.75% across maturities ranging from 2-years to 30-years in length.
Results
Four sectors wound up posting positive total returns over the period: Energy, Consumer Staples, Financials and Utilities. Energy vastly dominated all other sectors with a return of +50.52%, as U.S. crude oil prices jumped from $68.59 to $95.72 per barrel, a gain of nearly 40%. The Consumer Staples sector rose by +5.61%, as the late fall/early winter surge in Omicron cases had consumers once again craving everyday necessities. The +1.25% gain posted by the Financials sector was largely driven by the returns generated by banks, which were the beneficiary of the aforementioned jump in rates that, in turn, helped to expand the industry’s net interest margin. The +0.58% return of the Utilities sector was somewhat of an anomaly, as rising rates usually act as a headwind to the sector, but in today’s yield-starved environment, the sector found support from investors seeking their dividend flow and was the second-highest performing of all sectors after Energy during the period.
Pulling up the rear for the period was the Communication Services sector, dropping by -18.51%, largely due to a -44.38% loss in Meta Platforms (Facebook), which reported weaker than expected fourth-quarter results and a first-quarter outlook that was well below expectations, largely due to new security protocols from Apple that will limit Meta Platforms’ ability to target Apple’s users’ preferences.
The returns of different “risk-on” versus “risk-off” investment metrics were somewhat mixed during the period, as large-cap stocks beat small-cap stocks (Russell 1000 Index: -3.88% vs. Russell 2000 Index: -9.46%) and high-quality stocks-those rated “B+” or higher by S&P Global Ratings-trounced those rated “B” or lower, -5.02% to -19.18%. In a twist, high-beta stocks led low-beta stocks with the highest beta quintile of the S&P 500 Index outpacing the lowest beta quintile, +5.40% to -1.90%, although a large part of that can be explained by several energy stocks that carry high-betas and produced high returns.
As a style, Value stocks led Growth stocks across all three capitalization ranges for the period, as the Russell 1000 Value Index beat the Russell 1000 Growth Index (+0.40% to -7.75%); the Russell Mid Cap Value Index outperformed the Russell Mid Cap Growth Index (-0.39% to -15.80%); and the Russell 2000 Value Index came in ahead of the Russell 2000 Growth Index (-2.10% to -16.37%).
Over the period, these three Value capitalization ranges beat their Growth counterparts by a collective +12.59% on average, the best relative performance over six-months for Value since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic and, before that, the bursting of the “Dot Com Bubble” in ‘01/’02.
Stocks outside of the U.S. once again lagged the S&P 500 Index during the period, with the MSCI EAFE Index of developed market stocks dropping by -3.19% (as compared to the S&P 500 Index’s return of -2.62%) in local currency terms and by -6.65% in U.S. dollar terms given the greenback’s strength over the period.
In local currency terms, the MSCI EM Index, which returned -7.56% for the period, also trailed the S&P 500 Index, but fell far behind the S&P 500 Index’s return in $USD terms, with a loss of -9.81%. This was largely due to a loss of -39.92% for the Turkish lira against the dollar as Turkey battles both geopolitical and inflation pressures and, more recently, the -25.31% drop in the Russian ruble, a by-product of the recent, broad-based financial sanctions imposed against the country.
Looking Ahead
Anyone who believed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s earlier assertations that there would be no invasion of Ukraine...even after amassing an estimated 190,000 troops along Ukraine’s border (approximately ½ of Russia’s military personnel), most likely feels pretty foolish and remorseful right now.
Earlier hopes that Putin would be content in taking control of just the Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine, which were previously occupied by Russian insurgents, were soon dashed as bombing and columns of Russian soldiers forged deeper into the country.
The Kremlin and Putin have been adamant with their demands: an end to NATO expansion in Europe, a rollback of previous NATO expansions, removal of American nuclear weapons from Europe and guarantees that Ukraine will be governed with strict Russian influence like Belarus and Georgia. A long list that we believe has zero chance of completion in its entirety.
With control of the world’s largest nuclear arsenal, the greatest fear is that Putin morphs into some Russian version of Dr. Strangelove. The $64,000 question is whether the stranglehold of sanctions that have been imposed so far will make Putin back-off or infuriate him further.
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What is clear is that, even if some sort of resolution or compromise is achieved, energy prices will likely remain at elevated levels for the foreseeable future, keeping inflationary pressures higher for longer.
With the invasion of Ukraine, future contracts indicate that the probability of a 50-basis point hike in the U.S. Federal Funds rate in March has fallen from over 80% on February 10, 2022, to 0% as this letter is being written. Paradoxically, higher inflation will help to assure the U.S. Federal Reserve’s (the “Fed”) goal of cooling the demand side of the economy to help contain inflationary pressures. Chairman Powell has stated that the invasion will not deter the Fed from hiking rates, but that rate hikes will be executed in a controlled fashion, which most believe to mean a series of 25-basis point hikes at each Fed meeting into next year.
With a 25-basis point rate hike all but assured immediately following the Fed’s meeting on the 15th and 16th of March 2022, and the cessation of quantitative easing bond purchases, updates to the “dot plot” will be of keen interest. One should expect the new plot to indicate a greater number of hikes for a longer period of time, as the Core Personal Consumption Price Index (PCE) stands at 5.40% as of February 28, 2022, a 38-year high and a mile away from the Fed’s target of 2%.The trick for the Fed is to cool the economy enough to control inflation without pushing the economy into a recession, something that looks good on paper, but has almost no historical precedence.
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the S&P 500 Index initially posted a gain of +3.54% by the end of February 2022, perhaps a reflection of market sentiment already being at decade low levels and “washed-out”, or history indicating that military conflicts have little lasting impact on markets, or the sharp improvement in the COVID-19 situation that has fostered a quick rebound in services spending, or by following a phrase that legendary German/U.S. banker Nathan Mayer Rothschild allegedly coined: “Buy on the sound of the cannon, sell on the sound of trumpets”.
Since then, the market has given back those gains, a stark reminder that investors should expect a volatile investment environment until a cease-fire is at hand.
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DEFINITIONS (unaudited)
Past Performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Opinions expressed herein are as of February 28, 2022 and are subject to change at any time, are not guaranteed and should not be considered investment advice. This report is for the information of shareholders of the Funds. It may also be used as sales literature when preceded or accompanied by the current prospectus.
Basis point refers to a common unit of measure for interest rates and other percentages in finance. One basis point is equal to 1/100th of 1%, or 0.01%, or 0.0001.
Beta or beta coefficient is a measure of a stock or portfolio’s level of systematic and unsystematic risk based on in its prior performance. In general, a higher beta indicates a more volatile security in relation to its benchmark and lower beta indicates a less volatile security in relation to its benchmark.
Bloomberg Barclays US Aggregate Bond Index “US Aggregate Bond Index” is a broad base bond market index consisting of approximately 10,000 bonds, representing intermediate term investment grade bonds traded in the United States.
Consumer Price Index: An index of the variation in prices paid by typical consumers for retail goods and other items.
Earnings per share: Is the portion of a company’s profit allocated to each outstanding share of common stock.
Free cash flow yield is an indicator that compare free cash flow and market cap. It is a representation of the income created by an investment.
Growth stocks typically are more volatile than value stocks; however, value stocks generally have a lower expected growth rate in earnings and sales.
High Dividend: The MSCI High Dividend Yield Factor aims to capture the high dividend yield equity opportunity set within a standard MSCI parent index (U.S.) by including only securities that offer a higher than average dividend yield (i.e. at least 30% higher) relative to that of the parent index and that pass dividend sustainability and persistence screens.
JP Morgan Emerging Markets Currency Index is a market-cap weighted index of 10 emerging market currencies versus the US dollar.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) is a general term that refers to the consolidation of companies or assets through various types of financial transactions.
Momentum: High Momentum companies are characterized in the literature as companies with high price performance in the recent history, up to 12-months. High Momentum companies tend to continue their high price performance over the near term, typically over a 6 – 12 month period.
MSCI EAFE (EAFE) Index is a stock market index that is designed to measure the equity market performance of developed markets outside of the U.S. & Canada. It is maintained by MSCI Inc., a provider of investment decision support tools; the EAFE acronym stands for Europe, Australasia and Far East.
MSCI Emerging Markets (EM) Index is an index created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) designed to measure equity market performance in global emerging markets.
MSCI World Index is an unmanaged index that measures the equity market performance of developed markets.
MSCI World Growth Index captures large and mid-cap securities exhibiting overall growth style characteristics across 23 Developed Markets Countries.
MSCI World Value NR Index is an index tracking value stocks, which are stocks with prices lower than their intrinsic values.
A net return index includes reinvesting the after tax dividends. A gross return index includes reinvesting the before tax dividends. In general, a net return index should under perform a gross return index.
OROA: Operating Return on Operating Assets
P/B: Price/Book: A valuation ratio of a company’s current share price compared to its book value.
P/E: Price/Earnings: A valuation ratio of a company’s current share price compared to its per-share earnings.
Quality has long been established as an investment approach, dating back to Benjamin Graham, but it is less well accepted as a factor, especially when compared with value, size, yield, momentum and low volatility. By “factor”, we mean any characteristic that helps explain the risk and returns of a group of securities.
ROE: Return on Equity: measures a corporation’s profitability by revealing how much profit a company generates with the money invested.
Russell 1000® Index measures the performance of the 1,000 largest companies in the Russell 3000® Index, which represents approximately 93% of the total market capitalization of the Russell 3000 Index. You cannot invest directly in an index.
Russell 2000® Index measures the performance of the 2,000 smallest companies in the Russell 3000® Index, which represents approximately 10% of the total market capitalization of the Russell 3000® Index and is considered representative of small-cap stocks.
Russell 2000® Growth Index is an unmanaged index that measures the performance of Russell 2000 companies with higher price-to-
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book ratios and higher forecasted growth values.
Russell 2000® Value Index is an unmanaged index that measures the performance of the small-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 2000® Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Russell 3000® Index measures the performance of the largest 3,000 U.S. companies representing approximately 97% of the investable U.S. equity market.
Russell 3000® Growth Index is a market capitalization weighted index based on the Russell 3000® Index. It includes companies that display signs of above average growth.
Russell 3000® Value Index is an unmanaged index that measures the performance of the broad value segment of the U.S. equity value universe. It includes those Russell 3000® Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
The Russell Midcap® Index measures performance of the 800 smallest companies in the Russell 1000® Index.
The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 U.S. stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on January 1, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957.
Trade Weighted U.S. Dollar Index: Major Currencies is a weighted average of the foreign exchange value of the U.S. dollar against a subset of the broad index currencies that circulate widely outside the country of issue. Major currencies index includes the Euro Area, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Australia, and Sweden.
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AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
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| | SIX MONTH | | 1 YEAR | | 5 YEAR | | 10 YEAR | | SINCE INCEPTION | |
Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | 3.03% | | 17.66% | | 10.32% | | 12.67% | | | N/A | | |
Investor Class | | 2.91% | | 17.39% | | 10.04% | | 12.41% | | | N/A | | |
Russell 3000® Value Index | | 0.25% | | 14.42% | | 9.34% | | 11.63% | | | N/A | | |
Russell 3000® Index(1) | | –4.24% | | 12.29% | | 14.68% | | 14.27% | | | N/A | | |
(1) This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. | |
Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | –0.23% | | 12.38% | | 7.93% | | 10.86% | | | N/A | | |
Investor Class | | –0.38% | | 12.10% | | 7.66% | | 10.58% | | | N/A | | |
Russell 2000® Value Index | | –2.10% | | 6.63% | | 7.97% | | 10.66% | | | N/A | | |
Russell 2000® Index(1) | | –9.46% | | -6.01% | | 9.50% | | 11.18% | | | N/A | | |
(1) This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the index performance are presented for general comparative purposes. | |
WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class(1) | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | | 5.20% | | |
Russell 2000® Value Index | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | | –4.39% | (2) | |
(1) Inception date of the Fund was December 29, 2021. | |
(2) Index Performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the index itself. | |
WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | 10.63% | | 23.32% | | 7.94% | | 8.46% | | | N/A | | |
Russell 2000® Value Index | | –2.10% | | 6.63% | | 7.97% | | 10.66% | | | N/A | | |
Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class(1) | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | | –2.80% | | |
MSCI World Index – Net Return | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | N/A | | | –5.27% | (2) | |
(1) Inception date of the Fund was December 29, 2021. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(2) Index Performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the index itself. | | |
Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | 2.23% | | 14.18% | | 8.19% | | 9.54% | | | N/A | | |
MSCI World Index – Net Return | | –4.65% | | 10.74% | | 12.05% | | 10.73% | | | N/A | | |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class(1) | | –9.68% | | –12.15% | | N/A | | N/A | | | 2.90% | | |
MSCI Emerging Markets Index – Net Return | | –9.81% | | –10.69% | | N/A | | N/A | | | 3.17% | (2) | |
(1) Inception date of the Fund was October 17, 2017. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(2) Index Performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the index itself. | |
Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | 12.55% | | 33.05% | | 3.68% | | 6.03% | | | N/A | | |
Investor Class | | 12.38% | | 32.68% | | 3.41% | | 5.76% | | | N/A | | |
S&P 500® Index | | –2.62% | | 16.39% | | 15.17% | | 14.59% | | | N/A | | |
Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | 10.52% | | 25.44% | | 4.70% | | 6.30% | | | N/A | | |
Investor Class | | 10.29% | | 25.09% | | 4.44% | | 6.02% | | | N/A | | |
S&P 500® Index | | –2.62% | | 16.39% | | 15.17% | | 14.59% | | | N/A | | |
Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class(1) | | 11.82% | | 21.50% | | 4.65% | | N/A | | | 4.35% | | |
MSCI World Index – Net Return | | –4.65% | | 10.74% | | 12.05% | | N/A | | | 9.38% | (3) | |
Investor Class(2) | | 11.74% | | 21.23% | | 4.39% | | N/A | | | 4.44% | | |
MSCI World Index – Net Return | | –4.65% | | 10.74% | | 12.05% | | N/A | | | 9.84% | (3) | |
(1) | Inception date of the class was December 31, 2013. |
(2) | Inception date of the class was April 11, 2014. |
(3) | Index Performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the index itself. |
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AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (concluded) (unaudited)
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Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | |
Institutional Class(1) | | –4.83% | | –7.35% | | 4.12% | | N/A | | | 4.01% | | |
MSCI Emerging Markets Index – Net Return | | –9.81% | | –10.69% | | 6.99% | | N/A | | | 4.82% | (2) | |
(1) | Inception date of the fund was March 1, 2015. The Fund commenced operations as a series of The RBB Fund, Inc. on December 15, 2015, when substantially all of the assets of Boston Partners Emerging Market Long/Short Equity (the “Prior Account”) transferred to the Fund. The Fund is managed in all material respects in a manner equivalent to the management of the Prior Account. Accordingly, the performance information shown above for periods prior to December 15, 2015 is that of the Prior Account. |
(2) | Index Performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the index itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc. waived a portion of its advisory fee and agreed to reimburse a portion of each Fund’s operating expenses, if necessary, to maintain certain expense ratios as set forth in the notes to the financial statements. Total returns shown include fee waivers, expense reimbursements and expense recoupment, if any; total returns would have been lower had there been no assumption of fees and expenses in excess of expense limitations. Each Fund’s annual operating expense ratios below are as stated in the current prospectuses. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by a Fund for the period covered by this report. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares.
Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted. Visit www.boston-partners.com for returns updated daily. Call 1-888-261-4073 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
Investors should note that the Funds are actively managed mutual funds while the indices are unmanaged, do not incur expenses and are not available for investment.
Small company stocks are generally riskier than large company stocks due to greater volatility and less liquidity.
Value investing involves the risk that a fund’s investment in companies whose securities are believed to be undervalued, relative to their underlying profitability, will not appreciate in value as anticipated.
A long/short strategy uses short sales, which theoretically involve unlimited loss potential since the market price of securities sold short may continuously increase. Increased leverage may cause a fund’s net asset value to be disproportionately volatile. The strategy also may generate high portfolio turnover, which may result in higher costs and capital gains.
International investing is subject to special risks including, but not limited to, currency risk associated with securities denominated in other than the U.S. dollar, which may be affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates, political, social or economic instability, and differences in taxation, auditing and other financial practices. Investment in emerging market securities may increase these risks.
The following are the Funds’ gross annual operating expense ratios as stated in the most recent prospectuses for Institutional Class and Investor Class, respectively, dated March 2, 2022:
| | INSTITUTIONAL CLASS | | INVESTOR CLASS |
Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | 0.83 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.26 | % |
WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | 1.35 | % | | | N/A | |
WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 1.28 | % | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund | | | 1.25 | % | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.29 | % |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | 1.56 | % | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 3.14 | %(1) | | | 3.39 | %(1) |
Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | 2.15 | %(1) | | | 2.40 | %(1) |
Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | | | 2.29 | %(1) | | | 2.54 | %(1) |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 2.00 | %(1) | | | N/A | |
1 | Includes interest and/or dividend expense on short sales. |
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS
FUND EXPENSE EXAMPLES
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, if any, and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees, and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLES FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on a Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund(s) and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, if any. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| | BEGINNING ACCOUNT VALUE SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | | ENDING ACCOUNT VALUE FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | EXPENSES PAID DURING PERIOD* | | ANNUALIZED EXPENSE RATIO | | ACTUAL SIX-MONTH TOTAL INVESTMENT RETURN FOR THE FUND |
| | | | | | | | | | |
Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,030.30 | | | $ | 4.03 | | | 0.80% | | | 3.03% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,020.83 | | | | 4.01 | | | 0.80% | | | N/A | |
Investor | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,029.10 | | | $ | 5.28 | | | 1.05% | | | 2.91% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,019.59 | | | | 5.26 | | | 1.05% | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 997.70 | | | $ | 4.90 | | | 0.99% | | | –0.23% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,019.89 | | | | 4.96 | | | 0.99% | | | N/A | |
Investor | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 996.20 | | | $ | 6.14 | | | 1.24% | | | –0.38% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,018.65 | | | | 6.21 | | | 1.24% | | | N/A | |
WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund(2) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual(3) | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,052.00 | | | $ | 1.89 | | | 1.10% | | | 5.20% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,019.34 | | | | 5.51 | | | 1.10% | | | N/A | |
WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,106.30 | | | $ | 5.74 | | | 1.10% | | | 10.63% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,019.34 | | | | 5.51 | | | 1.10% | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund(2) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual(4) | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 972.00 | | | $ | 1.48 | | | 0.90% | | | –2.80% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,020.33 | | | | 4.51 | | | 0.90% | | | N/A | |
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS
FUND EXPENSE EXAMPLES (concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (unaudited)
| | BEGINNING ACCOUNT VALUE SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | | ENDING ACCOUNT VALUE FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | EXPENSES PAID DURING PERIOD* | | ANNUALIZED EXPENSE RATIO | | ACTUAL SIX-MONTH TOTAL INVESTMENT RETURN FOR THE FUND |
| | | | | | | | | | |
Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,022.30 | | | $ | 4.76 | | | 0.95% | | | 2.23% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,020.08 | | | | 4.76 | | | 0.95% | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 903.20 | | | $ | 4.72 | | | 1.00% | | | –9.68% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,019.84 | | | | 5.01 | | | 1.00% | | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,125.50 | | | $ | 12.91 | | | 2.45% | (1) | | 12.55% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,012.65 | | | | 12.23 | | | 2.45% | (1) | | N/A | |
Investor | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,123.80 | | | $ | 14.22 | | | 2.70% | (1) | | 12.38% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,011.41 | | | | 13.47 | | | 2.70% | (1) | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,105.20 | | | $ | 9.60 | | | 1.84% | (1) | | 10.52% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,015.67 | | | | 9.20 | | | 1.84% | (1) | | N/A | |
Investor | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,102.90 | | | $ | 10.90 | | | 2.09% | (1) | | 10.29% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,014.43 | | | | 10.44 | | | 2.09% | (1) | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,118.20 | | | $ | 13.18 | | | 2.51% | (1) | | 11.82% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,012.35 | | | | 12.52 | | | 2.51% | (1) | | N/A | |
Investor | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,117.40 | | | $ | 14.49 | | | 2.76% | (1) | | 11.74% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,011.11 | | | | 13.76 | | | 2.76% | (1) | | N/A | |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 951.70 | | | $ | 6.87 | | | 1.42% | (1) | | –4.83% | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,017.75 | | | | 7.10 | | | 1.42% | (1) | | N/A | |
* | Expenses are equal to each Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratios in the table above, which include waived fees or reimbursed expenses, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. |
(1) | These amounts include dividends paid on securities which the Funds have sold short (“Short-sale dividends”) and related interest expense. The amount of short-sale dividends and related interest expense was 0.13% of average net assets for the six-month period ended February 28, 2022 for both the Institutional Class and Investor Class of the Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund, 0.42% of average net assets for the Institutional Class and Investor Class of the Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund, 0.67% of average net assets of the Institutional Class and Investor Class of the Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund and 0.29% of average net assets for the Institutional Class of the Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund. |
(2) | Inception date of the Fund was December 29, 2021. |
(3) | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period beginning December 29, 2021 (commencement of operations) to February 28, 2022 of 1.10%, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (61) in the most recent period then divided by 365 days to reflect the days in the period. For comparison purposes, the hypothetical expenses are as if the Fund had been in existence from September 1, 2021 and are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent six-month period, then divided by 365 to reflect the period. |
(4) | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period beginning December 29, 2021 (commencement of operations) to February 28, 2022 of 0.90%, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (61) in the most recent period then divided by 365 days to reflect the days in the period. For comparison purposes, the hypothetical expenses are as if the Fund had been in existence from September 1, 2021 and are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent six-month period, then divided by 365 to reflect the period. |
8 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Tables
BOSTON PARTNERS
ALL-CAP VALUE FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Financials | | | 23.7 | % | | $ | 412,628,160 | |
Health Care | | | 23.1 | | | | 401,032,209 | |
Industrials | | | 15.1 | | | | 262,543,394 | |
Information Technology | | | 12.8 | | | | 222,877,569 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 8.0 | | | | 138,844,494 | |
Energy | | | 7.0 | | | | 121,925,811 | |
Materials | | | 3.4 | | | | 58,542,954 | |
Communication Services | | | 3.0 | | | | 51,177,106 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 1.9 | | | | 33,639,124 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL | | | 14.9 | | | | 259,310,624 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.3 | | | | 23,153,933 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (14.2 | ) | | | (247,070,960 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 1,738,604,418 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Financials | | | 28.1 | % | | $ | 248,474,556 | |
Industrials | | | 18.2 | | | | 161,135,536 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 13.5 | | | | 119,268,647 | |
Information Technology | | | 9.9 | | | | 87,724,364 | |
Energy | | | 8.4 | | | | 74,250,674 | |
Health Care | | | 6.7 | | | | 59,179,622 | |
Materials | | | 5.3 | | | | 46,885,105 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 3.4 | | | | 29,941,545 | |
Communication Services | | | 3.4 | | | | 29,861,575 | |
Real Estate | | | 1.9 | | | | 17,120,081 | |
Utilities | | | 0.2 | | | | 2,288,650 | |
RIGHTS | | | 0.0 | | | | — | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL | | | 31.9 | | | | 282,411,206 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 0.9 | | | | 8,299,974 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (31.8 | ) | | | (281,778,252 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 885,063,283 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
WPG PARTNERS
SELECT SMALL CAP VALUE FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Industrials | | | 24.0 | % | | $ | 996,100 | |
Financials | | | 17.6 | | | | 732,580 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 14.5 | | | | 600,861 | |
Materials | | | 8.9 | | | | 370,732 | |
Energy | | | 7.0 | | | | 291,902 | |
Health Care | | | 6.9 | | | | 287,852 | |
Real Estate | | | 5.2 | | | | 214,325 | |
Information Technology | | | 5.0 | | | | 206,561 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 2.4 | | | | 97,775 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 7.2 | | | | 300,195 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 1.3 | | | | 52,474 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 4,151,357 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
WPG PARTNERS
SMALL/MICRO CAP VALUE FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Industrials | | | 22.6 | % | | $ | 6,799,434 | |
Financials | | | 21.1 | | | | 6,356,295 | |
Energy | | | 13.0 | | | | 3,905,759 | |
Materials | | | 12.2 | | | | 3,652,569 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 9.7 | | | | 2,902,686 | |
Real Estate | | | 6.7 | | | | 2,010,067 | |
Health Care | | | 4.8 | | | | 1,456,237 | |
Utilities | | | 3.1 | | | | 922,176 | |
Information Technology | | | 3.0 | | | | 892,818 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 2.1 | | | | 641,688 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL | | | 27.6 | | | | 8,302,286 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.7 | | | | 513,862 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (27.6 | ) | | | (8,291,678 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 30,064,199 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Tables (continued)
BOSTON PARTNERS
GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Health Care | | | 19.6 | % | | $ | 4,565,586 | |
Industrials | | | 16.8 | | | | 3,930,112 | |
Financials | | | 15.6 | | | | 3,643,922 | |
Information Technology | | | 12.2 | | | | 2,850,468 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 9.4 | | | | 2,184,775 | |
Communication Services | | | 6.4 | | | | 1,503,246 | |
Materials | | | 6.1 | | | | 1,432,816 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 5.8 | | | | 1,359,554 | |
Energy | | | 4.4 | | | | 1,028,924 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 3.2 | | | | 743,611 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.5 | | | | 119,692 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 23,362,706 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Health Care | | | 18.1 | % | | $ | 34,816,116 | |
Industrials | | | 16.9 | | | | 32,521,469 | |
Financials | | | 15.3 | | | | 29,310,475 | |
Information Technology | | | 12.3 | | | | 23,731,082 | |
Energy | | | 8.5 | | | | 16,415,199 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 8.3 | | | | 15,937,078 | |
Materials | | | 6.4 | | | | 12,313,071 | |
Communication Services | | | 6.0 | | | | 11,507,549 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 3.9 | | | | 7,533,971 | |
Utilities | | | 1.3 | | | | 2,534,264 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.5 | | | | 994,602 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS | | | 0.4 | | | | 682,885 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL | | | 12.0 | | | | 23,127,754 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 2.0 | | | | 3,855,231 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (11.9 | ) | | | (22,890,716 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 192,390,030 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
EMERGING MARKETS FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Information Technology | | | 27.6 | % | | $ | 7,223,218 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 15.1 | | | | 3,946,298 | |
Financials | | | 14.6 | | | | 3,814,172 | |
Communication Services | | | 9.8 | | | | 2,568,374 | |
Industrials | | | 6.7 | | | | 1,741,043 | |
Energy | | | 5.5 | | | | 1,431,085 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 5.3 | | | | 1,394,103 | |
Materials | | | 3.5 | | | | 907,247 | |
Health Care | | | 1.6 | | | | 406,702 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.9 | | | | 235,065 | |
Utilities | | | 0.2 | | | | 52,956 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS | | | 2.7 | | | | 701,302 | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS | | | 0.3 | | | | 83,840 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS | | | 0.5 | | | | 140,499 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 3.1 | | | | 799,034 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 2.6 | | | | 689,147 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 26,134,085 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
LONG POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Health Care | | | 18.9 | % | | $ | 12,590,099 | |
Financials | | | 17.0 | | | | 11,299,800 | |
Information Technology | | | 15.0 | | | | 9,946,715 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 14.0 | | | | 9,314,918 | |
Industrials | | | 11.0 | | | | 7,290,385 | |
Energy | | | 6.9 | | | | 4,575,341 | |
Communication Services | | | 5.1 | | | | 3,423,300 | |
Real Estate | | | 3.5 | | | | 2,304,816 | |
Materials | | | 2.4 | | | | 1,590,943 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 0.9 | | | | 575,652 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 5.7 | | | | 3,784,751 | |
PURCHASED OPTIONS | | | 0.1 | | | | 25,959 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL | | | 13.8 | | | | 9,178,187 | |
SHORT POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Information Technology | | | (10.0 | ) | | | (6,664,288 | ) |
Consumer Discretionary | | | (6.6 | ) | | | (4,396,168 | ) |
Health Care | | | (1.8 | ) | | | (1,183,711 | ) |
Consumer Staples | | | (1.7 | ) | | | (1,091,334 | ) |
Communication Services | | | (1.4 | ) | | | (950,056 | ) |
Industrials | | | (1.1 | ) | | | (734,305 | ) |
Energy | | | (0.4 | ) | | | (280,877 | ) |
Real Estate | | | (0.2 | ) | | | (95,756 | ) |
Materials | | | (0.0 | ) | | | (2,727 | ) |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS | | | (0.3 | ) | | | (181,777 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 9.2 | | | | 6,108,136 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 66,428,003 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Tables (concluded)
BOSTON PARTNERS
LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
LONG POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Financials | | | 15.4 | % | | $ | 116,193,490 | |
Information Technology | | | 13.5 | | | | 101,897,820 | |
Energy | | | 13.0 | | | | 97,693,523 | |
Health Care | | | 12.7 | | | | 95,325,960 | |
Industrials | | | 12.0 | | | | 89,883,904 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 9.5 | | | | 71,344,653 | |
Communication Services | | | 8.6 | | | | 64,844,287 | |
Materials | | | 5.5 | | | | 41,527,316 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 4.6 | | | | 34,257,780 | |
Real Estate | | | 1.2 | | | | 9,287,193 | |
WARRANTS | | | 0.1 | | | | 968,514 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 0.5 | | | | 3,404,931 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Industrials | | | (6.5 | ) | | | (48,627,316 | ) |
Consumer Discretionary | | | (5.4 | ) | | | (40,309,351 | ) |
Information Technology | | | (3.3 | ) | | | (24,657,284 | ) |
Financials | | | (3.2 | ) | | | (23,812,623 | ) |
Materials | | | (3.1 | ) | | | (23,563,055 | ) |
Consumer Staples | | | (2.4 | ) | | | (18,439,049 | ) |
Health Care | | | (2.4 | ) | | | (18,394,568 | ) |
Communication Services | | | (1.7 | ) | | | (12,480,835 | ) |
Energy | | | (1.4 | ) | | | (10,760,597 | ) |
Real Estate | | | (0.8 | ) | | | (6,178,218 | ) |
Utilities | | | (0.3 | ) | | | (2,519,520 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 33.9 | | | | 255,016,831 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 751,903,786 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
LONG POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Information Technology | | | 13.9 | % | | $ | 15,306,806 | |
Health Care | | | 13.0 | | | | 14,255,236 | |
Industrials | | | 11.8 | | | | 12,994,121 | |
Materials | | | 11.3 | | | | 12,417,926 | |
Financials | | | 11.2 | | | | 12,250,383 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 9.2 | | | | 10,125,139 | |
Energy | | | 7.6 | | | | 8,317,714 | |
Communication Services | | | 4.9 | | | | 5,361,175 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 4.1 | | | | 4,471,194 | |
Utilities | | | 2.8 | | | | 3,112,223 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS | | | 0.7 | | | | 772,159 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 8.7 | | | | 9,537,352 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | (7.5 | ) | | | (8,171,648 | ) |
Industrials | | | (6.8 | ) | | | (7,451,798 | ) |
Financials | | | (5.7 | ) | | | (6,267,947 | ) |
Information Technology | | | (5.4 | ) | | | (5,902,064 | ) |
Materials | | | (4.3 | ) | | | (4,697,096 | ) |
Health Care | | | (2.0 | ) | | | (2,163,409 | ) |
Communication Services | | | (1.6 | ) | | | (1,775,245 | ) |
Consumer Staples | | | (1.3 | ) | | | (1,451,406 | ) |
Energy | | | (0.6 | ) | | | (665,924 | ) |
Finance and Insurance | | | (0.2 | ) | | | (262,949 | ) |
OPTIONS WRITTEN | | | (0.1 | ) | | | (132,038 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 36.3 | | | | 39,845,128 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 109,825,032 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
BOSTON PARTNERS
EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND
SECURITY TYPE/SECTOR CLASSIFICATION | | % OF NET ASSETS | | VALUE |
LONG POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Information Technology | | | 13.4 | % | | $ | 8,995,800 | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 11.3 | | | | 7,600,847 | |
Financials | | | 8.4 | | | | 5,688,712 | |
Communication Services | | | 4.6 | | | | 3,114,195 | |
Industrials | | | 4.0 | | | | 2,732,939 | |
Materials | | | 3.4 | | | | 2,276,877 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 3.2 | | | | 2,189,192 | |
Energy | | | 2.9 | | | | 1,985,100 | |
Health Care | | | 1.6 | | | | 1,085,772 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.9 | | | | 640,976 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS | | | 3.8 | | | | 2,573,976 | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS | | | 0.3 | | | | 210,891 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS | | | 0.5 | | | | 353,356 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 23.9 | | | | 16,168,020 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT POSITIONS: | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCK | | | | | | | | |
Materials | | | (0.8 | ) | | | (511,909 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 18.6 | | | | 12,598,780 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 67,703,524 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS ALL-CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—98.0% | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services—3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | | | 80,044 | | | $ | 6,523,586 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A* | | | 7,193 | | | | 19,429,300 | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | | | 25,860 | | | | 3,364,127 | |
Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc., (The) | | | 264,600 | | | | 9,737,280 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A* | | | 35,898 | | | | 7,575,555 | |
Omnicom Group, Inc. | | | 54,205 | | | | 4,547,258 | |
| | | | | | | 51,177,106 | |
Consumer Discretionary—8.0% | | | | | | | | |
AutoZone, Inc.* | | | 7,939 | | | | 14,793,453 | |
Dollar General Corp.(a) | | | 40,500 | | | | 8,032,770 | |
Harley-Davidson, Inc.(a) | | | 214,299 | | | | 8,850,549 | |
International Game Technology PLC | | | 169,275 | | | | 5,183,201 | |
Lear Corp.(a) | | | 43,214 | | | | 6,799,291 | |
LKQ Corp. | | | 317,864 | | | | 14,923,715 | |
Magna International, Inc. | | | 58,063 | | | | 4,312,339 | |
Mohawk Industries, Inc.* | | | 69,874 | | | | 9,836,862 | |
NVR, Inc.* | | | 3,493 | | | | 17,319,831 | |
Polaris, Inc.(a) | | | 96,310 | | | | 11,702,628 | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.(a) | | | 451,701 | | | | 14,910,650 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. | | | 79,489 | | | | 4,455,358 | |
Whirlpool Corp.(a) | | | 58,274 | | | | 11,728,808 | |
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.(a) | | | 69,379 | | | | 5,995,039 | |
| | | | | | | 138,844,494 | |
Consumer Staples—1.9% | | | | | | | | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 103,940 | | | | 5,331,083 | |
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC | | | 87,952 | | | | 4,504,022 | |
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc. | | | 238,132 | | | | 9,208,564 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.*(a) | | | 261,772 | | | | 6,591,419 | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 79,193 | | | | 8,004,036 | |
| | | | | | | 33,639,124 | |
Energy—7.0% | | | | | | | | |
BP PLC - SP ADR(a) | | | 172,253 | | | | 5,031,510 | |
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. | | | 164,731 | | | | 9,196,932 | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 152,422 | | | | 14,458,751 | |
Devon Energy Corp.(a) | | | 161,522 | | | | 9,618,635 | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc. | | | 106,264 | | | | 14,675,058 | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 108,583 | | | | 12,478,358 | |
Marathon Oil Corp. | | | 551,513 | | | | 12,442,133 | |
Phillips 66(a) | | | 60,899 | | | | 5,130,132 | |
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.(a) | | | 38,376 | | | | 9,194,890 | |
Schlumberger Ltd. | | | 319,629 | | | | 12,542,242 | |
Shell PLC - ADR | | | 122,322 | | | | 6,408,450 | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp.(a) | | | 145,548 | | | | 10,748,720 | |
| | | | | | | 121,925,811 | |
Financials—23.7% | | | | | | | | |
Aflac, Inc. | | | 246,966 | | | | 15,087,153 | |
Alleghany Corp.* | | | 19,237 | | | | 12,733,355 | |
Allstate Corp., (The) | | | 73,052 | | | | 8,938,643 | |
American International Group, Inc. | | | 462,437 | | | | 28,319,642 | |
Aon PLC, Class A(a) | | | 35,034 | | | | 10,234,833 | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 986,206 | | | | 43,590,306 | |
Charles Schwab Corp., (The) | | | 285,779 | | | | 24,136,894 | |
Chubb Ltd. | | | 98,276 | | | | 20,012,925 | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 338,588 | | | | 20,054,567 | |
Discover Financial Services | | | 91,450 | | | | 11,288,588 | |
Fifth Third Bancorp(a) | | | 202,859 | | | | 9,704,775 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Financials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Globe Life, Inc. | | | 106,577 | | | $ | 10,760,014 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., (The) | | | 57,787 | | | | 19,722,125 | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc.(a) | | | 814,603 | | | | 12,642,639 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 213,994 | | | | 30,344,349 | |
KeyCorp(a) | | | 955,929 | | | | 23,965,140 | |
Loews Corp. | | | 260,191 | | | | 15,960,116 | |
Markel Corp.* | | | 5,620 | | | | 6,985,154 | |
Renaissance Holdings Ltd.(a) | | | 83,375 | | | | 12,571,282 | |
Synchrony Financial(a) | | | 201,609 | | | | 8,624,833 | |
Travelers Cos., Inc., (The) | | | 66,705 | | | | 11,461,920 | |
Truist Financial Corp. | | | 327,667 | | | | 20,387,441 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 412,083 | | | | 21,992,870 | |
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd. | | | 12,482 | | | | 13,108,596 | |
| | | | | | | 412,628,160 | |
Health Care—23.1% | | | | | | | | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 225,086 | | | | 33,260,958 | |
AmerisourceBergen Corp. | | | 94,624 | | | | 13,486,759 | |
Amgen, Inc.(a) | | | 84,013 | | | | 19,027,264 | |
Anthem, Inc. | | | 51,122 | | | | 23,099,476 | |
Avantor, Inc.*(a) | | | 476,412 | | | | 16,526,732 | |
Biogen, Inc.* | | | 40,302 | | | | 8,504,125 | |
Centene Corp.* | | | 252,178 | | | | 20,834,946 | |
Change Healthcare, Inc.* | | | 301,174 | | | | 6,451,147 | |
Cigna Corp. | | | 37,627 | | | | 8,946,948 | |
Humana, Inc.(a) | | | 30,736 | | | | 13,349,260 | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 299,893 | | | | 49,353,391 | |
McKesson Corp. | | | 100,334 | | | | 27,587,837 | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 285,188 | | | | 29,941,888 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 246,522 | | | | 18,878,655 | |
Molina Healthcare, Inc.* | | | 29,941 | | | | 9,187,995 | |
Novartis AG - SP ADR | | | 223,651 | | | | 19,560,516 | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 626,656 | | | | 29,415,233 | |
Roche Holding AG - SP ADR(a) | | | 183,993 | | | | 8,689,989 | |
Sanofi - ADR(a) | | | 170,684 | | | | 8,952,376 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | | | 55,528 | | | | 26,424,109 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 75,105 | | | | 9,552,605 | |
| | | | | | | 401,032,209 | |
Industrials—15.1% | | | | | | | | |
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 45,669 | | | | 5,330,486 | |
Allegion PLC | | | 40,891 | | | | 4,682,837 | |
Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. | | | 162,854 | | | | 6,504,389 | |
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. | | | 80,364 | | | | 3,413,059 | |
AMETEK, Inc. | | | 70,336 | | | | 9,128,909 | |
Boeing Co., (The)* | | | 69,677 | | | | 14,307,475 | |
BWX Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 267,654 | | | | 14,298,077 | |
Curtiss-Wright Corp. | | | 83,396 | | | | 12,302,578 | |
Dover Corp.(a) | | | 61,311 | | | | 9,617,243 | |
EnerSys | | | 57,826 | | | | 4,205,685 | |
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. | | | 63,816 | | | | 6,596,022 | |
General Dynamics Corp. | | | 45,550 | | | | 10,679,197 | |
Howmet Aerospace, Inc. | | | 384,504 | | | | 13,811,384 | |
Huron Consulting Group, Inc.*(a) | | | 120,296 | | | | 5,934,202 | |
Landstar System, Inc.(a) | | | 68,402 | | | | 10,561,953 | |
Leidos Holdings, Inc. | | | 84,233 | | | | 8,578,289 | |
ManpowerGroup, Inc. | | | 40,863 | | | | 4,342,920 | |
Masco Corp. | | | 133,603 | | | | 7,487,112 | |
Oshkosh Corp.(a) | | | 46,024 | | | | 5,110,505 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS ALL-CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Industrials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Owens Corning | | | 94,643 | | | $ | 8,819,781 | |
PACCAR, Inc. | | | 88,807 | | | | 8,153,371 | |
Resideo Technologies, Inc.* | | | 192,352 | | | | 4,951,140 | |
Robert Half International, Inc. | | | 73,004 | | | | 8,781,651 | |
Science Applications International Corp.(a) | | | 151,050 | | | | 13,245,575 | |
Sensata Technologies Holding PLC*(a) | | | 127,964 | | | | 7,410,395 | |
Textron, Inc. | | | 160,210 | | | | 11,716,157 | |
United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | | | 60,039 | | | | 12,633,406 | |
WESCO International, Inc.* | | | 131,391 | | | | 15,994,226 | |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. | | | 150,241 | | | | 13,945,370 | |
| | | | | | | 262,543,394 | |
Information Technology—12.8% | | | | | | | | |
Amdocs Ltd. | | | 11,449 | | | | 901,036 | |
Analog Devices, Inc. | | | 34,477 | | | | 5,526,318 | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.* | | | 74,824 | | | | 9,119,549 | |
Belden, Inc. | | | 62,946 | | | | 3,547,007 | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.* | | | 67,957 | | | | 9,845,610 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 266,517 | | | | 14,863,653 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A | | 216,664 | | | | 18,661,270 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 118,260 | | | | 11,261,900 | |
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.*(a) | | | 98,193 | | | | 22,996,801 | |
Flex Ltd.* | | | 478,687 | | | | 7,893,549 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 135,885 | | | | 18,124,341 | |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co.(a) | | | 345,906 | | | | 5,506,824 | |
Jabil, Inc. | | | 202,263 | | | | 11,692,824 | |
NortonLifeLock, Inc.(a) | | | 197,279 | | | | 5,717,146 | |
Oracle Corp. | | | 216,194 | | | | 16,424,258 | |
Qorvo, Inc.* | | | 102,022 | | | | 13,954,569 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | | | 144,985 | | | | 24,935,970 | |
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. | | | 149,603 | | | | 11,215,737 | |
TE Connectivity Ltd. | | | 56,244 | | | | 8,010,833 | |
Western Digital Corp.* | | | 52,579 | | | | 2,678,374 | |
| | | | | | | 222,877,569 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Materials—3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Cemex SAB de CV - SP ADR* | | | 632,976 | | | $ | 3,228,178 | |
Corteva, Inc. | | | 213,886 | | | | 11,128,488 | |
CRH PLC - SP ADR(a) | | | 176,929 | | | | 7,942,343 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. | | | 135,666 | | | | 10,496,478 | |
FMC Corp.(a) | | | 119,521 | | | | 14,013,837 | |
Mosaic Co., (The)(a) | | | 124,088 | | | | 6,505,934 | |
Trinseo PLC | | | 100,610 | | | | 5,227,696 | |
| | | | | | | 58,542,954 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $1,021,455,100) | | | | | | | 1,703,210,821 | |
| | | | | | | | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL—14.9% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12%(b) | | | 259,310,624 | | | | 259,310,624 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL (Cost $259,310,624) | | | | | | | 259,310,624 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—1.3% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | 23,153,933 | | | | 23,153,933 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $23,153,933) | | | | | | | 23,153,933 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—114.2% (Cost $1,303,919,657) | | | | | | | 1,985,675,378 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS—(14.2)% | | | | | | | (247,070,960 | ) |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 1,738,604,418 | |
ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $250,173,977. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
| |
| Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 13
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS ALL-CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | 51,177,106 | | | $ | 51,177,106 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 138,844,494 | | | | 138,844,494 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 33,639,124 | | | | 33,639,124 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 121,925,811 | | | | 121,925,811 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 412,628,160 | | | | 412,628,160 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 401,032,209 | | | | 401,032,209 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 262,543,394 | | | | 262,543,394 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 222,877,569 | | | | 222,877,569 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 58,542,954 | | | | 58,542,954 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral | | | 259,310,624 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 259,310,624 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 23,153,933 | | | | 23,153,933 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 1,985,675,378 | | | $ | 1,726,364,754 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 259,310,624 | |
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* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy included to reconcile to the amounts presented in the Portfolio of Investments. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
14 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—99.0% | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services—3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Gray Television, Inc.(a) | | | 210,729 | | | $ | 4,937,381 | |
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Class A | | | 46,825 | | | | 8,664,966 | |
TEGNA, Inc. | | | 452,477 | | | | 10,370,773 | |
Yelp, Inc.*(a) | | | 173,752 | | | | 5,888,455 | |
| | | | | | | 29,861,575 | |
Consumer Discretionary—13.5% | | | | | | | | |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.(a) | | | 100,218 | | | | 2,112,595 | |
Beazer Homes USA, Inc.* | | | 115,782 | | | | 1,895,351 | |
Callaway Golf Co.*(a) | | | 414,913 | | | | 10,264,948 | |
Carriage Services, Inc.(a) | | | 92,307 | | | | 4,542,427 | |
Carter’s, Inc.(a) | | | 25,548 | | | | 2,469,981 | |
Foot Locker, Inc.(a) | | | 177,855 | | | | 5,623,775 | |
Frontdoor, Inc.*(a) | | | 128,231 | | | | 3,853,342 | |
H&R Block, Inc.(a) | | | 84,995 | | | | 2,108,726 | |
Hanesbrands, Inc.(a) | | | 293,218 | | | | 4,530,218 | |
Harley-Davidson, Inc.(a) | | | 274,836 | | | | 11,350,727 | |
International Game Technology PLC | | | 145,575 | | | | 4,457,507 | |
LCI Industries(a) | | | 59,353 | | | | 7,390,636 | |
Meritage Homes Corp.* | | | 44,789 | | | | 4,415,300 | |
Nautilus, Inc.*(a) | | | 240,725 | | | | 1,172,331 | |
Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 263,805 | | | | 4,558,550 | |
Skechers U.S.A., Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 93,188 | | | | 4,284,784 | |
Standard Motor Products, Inc. | | | 38,689 | | | | 1,691,096 | |
Steven Madden Ltd.(a) | | | 167,723 | | | | 7,155,063 | |
Stride, Inc.*(a) | | | 302,786 | | | | 10,167,554 | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.(a) | | | 184,881 | | | | 6,102,922 | |
Thor Industries, Inc.(a) | | | 20,244 | | | | 1,832,082 | |
Toll Brothers, Inc.(a) | | | 46,946 | | | | 2,547,290 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. | | | 139,743 | | | | 7,832,595 | |
TravelCenters of America, Inc.*(a) | | | 41,463 | | | | 1,750,982 | |
Victoria’s Secret & Co.*(a) | | | 96,175 | | | | 5,157,865 | |
| | | | | | | 119,268,647 | |
Consumer Staples—3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Energizer Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 185,305 | | | | 6,187,334 | |
Fresh Del Monte Produce, Inc. | | | 184,889 | | | | 4,784,927 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.*(a) | | | 321,219 | | | | 8,088,294 | |
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 56,979 | | | | 5,286,512 | |
Turning Point Brands, Inc.(a) | | | 69,965 | | | | 2,345,227 | |
Universal Corp. | | | 60,049 | | | | 3,249,251 | |
| | | | | | | 29,941,545 | |
Energy—8.4% | | | | | | | | |
Cactus, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 100,597 | | | | 5,096,244 | |
ChampionX Corp.(a) | | | 235,760 | | | | 5,047,622 | |
Delek US Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 320,473 | | | | 5,521,750 | |
Enerplus Corp.(a) | | | 521,265 | | | | 6,661,767 | |
HollyFrontier Corp.(a) | | | 219,006 | | | | 6,668,733 | |
Kosmos Energy Ltd.*(a) | | | 1,568,830 | | | | 7,624,514 | |
National Energy Services Reunited Corp.*(a) | | | 333,566 | | | | 2,972,073 | |
NexTier Oilfield Solutions, Inc.* | | | 390,376 | | | | 3,107,393 | |
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc.* | | | 167,920 | | | | 2,283,712 | |
PDC Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 84,787 | | | | 5,470,457 | |
ProPetro Holding Corp.* | | | 328,631 | | | | 4,196,618 | |
Viper Energy Partners LP | | | 277,533 | | | | 8,162,245 | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp.(a) | | | 52,813 | | | | 3,900,240 | |
World Fuel Services Corp. | | | 265,960 | | | | 7,537,306 | |
| | | | | | | 74,250,674 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Financials—28.1% | | | | | | | | |
AllianceBernstein Holding LP | | | 75,630 | | | $ | 3,391,249 | |
Ameris Bancorp(a) | | | 47,985 | | | | 2,375,258 | |
AMERISAFE, Inc. | | | 43,356 | | | | 2,042,068 | |
Ares Commercial Real Estate Corp.(a) | | | 113,073 | | | | 1,656,520 | |
Artisan Partners Asset Management, Inc., Class A(a) | | 120,510 | | | | 4,592,636 | |
Assured Guaranty Ltd.(a) | | | 237,426 | | | | 14,713,289 | |
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. | | | 168,598 | | | | 9,208,823 | |
BankUnited, Inc.(a) | | | 153,857 | | | | 6,800,479 | |
Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 196,240 | | | | 6,236,507 | |
Bright Health Group, Inc.*(a) | | | 509,166 | | | | 1,690,431 | |
Columbia Banking System, Inc.(a) | | | 75,580 | | | | 2,768,495 | |
Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. | | | 15,697 | | | | 3,043,334 | |
Employers Holdings, Inc. | | | 69,487 | | | | 2,700,265 | |
Essent Group Ltd. | | | 109,717 | | | | 4,847,297 | |
Evercore, Inc., Class A | | | 71,200 | | | | 9,043,112 | |
Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp., Class C | | | 52,891 | | | | 6,542,617 | |
First American Financial Corp. | | | 36,766 | | | | 2,464,793 | |
First Hawaiian, Inc.(a) | | | 153,937 | | | | 4,474,949 | |
First Internet Bancorp | | | 65,309 | | | | 3,192,304 | |
First Merchants Corp.(a) | | | 86,433 | | | | 3,780,579 | |
First Mid Bancshares, Inc. | | | 63,487 | | | | 2,543,924 | |
Flushing Financial Corp. | | | 63,156 | | | | 1,483,534 | |
Greenhill & Co., Inc.(a) | | | 152,634 | | | | 2,698,569 | |
Hanover Insurance Group, Inc., (The) | | | 51,672 | | | | 7,208,761 | |
Heritage Financial Corp.(a) | | | 81,290 | | | | 2,131,424 | |
Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. | | | 92,778 | | | | 517,701 | |
Hope Bancorp, Inc. | | | 130,048 | | | | 2,205,614 | |
Investors Bancorp, Inc. | | | 289,697 | | | | 4,849,528 | |
James River Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 97,888 | | | | 2,603,821 | |
Luther Burbank Corp. | | | 203,145 | | | | 2,628,696 | |
Merchants Bancorp | | | 133,887 | | | | 3,876,029 | |
Midland States Bancorp, Inc. | | | 97,649 | | | | 2,866,975 | |
Mr Cooper Group, Inc.* | | | 51,783 | | | | 2,632,130 | |
Navient Corp.(a) | | | 356,234 | | | | 6,273,281 | |
Nelnet, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 34,684 | | | | 2,793,796 | |
NMI Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | 107,398 | | | | 2,485,190 | |
PacWest Bancorp | | | 132,089 | | | | 6,527,838 | |
PennyMac Financial Services, Inc.(a) | | | 104,832 | | | | 6,054,048 | |
Perella Weinberg Partners(a) | | | 267,741 | | | | 2,942,474 | |
PRA Group, Inc.*(a) | | | 86,910 | | | | 3,878,793 | |
Preferred Bank(a) | | | 41,088 | | | | 3,224,586 | |
Primis Financial Corp. | | | 167,031 | | | | 2,388,543 | |
ProAssurance Corp. | | | 190,613 | | | | 4,593,773 | |
Pzena Investment Management, Inc., Class A | | | 262,519 | | | | 2,423,050 | |
RBB Bancorp | | | 162,464 | | | | 3,918,632 | |
Silvercrest Asset Management Group, Inc., Class A | | | 466,576 | | | | 7,521,205 | |
SLM Corp. | | | 844,770 | | | | 16,641,969 | |
SouthState Corp.(a) | | | 38,658 | | | | 3,479,220 | |
Starwood Property Trust, Inc. | | | 167,938 | | | | 4,003,642 | |
State Auto Financial Corp. | | | 52,838 | | | | 2,748,104 | |
Synovus Financial Corp. | | | 49,526 | | | | 2,607,544 | |
Umpqua Holdings Corp. | | | 181,968 | | | | 3,885,017 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Financials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Valley National Bancorp | | | 464,644 | | | $ | 6,491,077 | |
Velocity Financial, Inc.* | | | 276,555 | | | | 3,537,138 | |
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. | | | 64,496 | | | | 8,923,022 | |
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd. | | | 4,079 | | | | 4,283,766 | |
Wintrust Financial Corp. | | | 30,567 | | | | 3,037,137 | |
| | | | | | | 248,474,556 | |
Health Care—6.7% | | | | | | | | |
Brookdale Senior Living, Inc.* | | | 382,049 | | | | 2,628,497 | |
Change Healthcare, Inc.* | | | 785,141 | | | | 16,817,720 | |
Envista Holdings Corp.*(a) | | | 266,418 | | | | 12,788,064 | |
Haemonetics Corp.* | | | 44,115 | | | | 2,545,877 | |
Hanger, Inc.* | | | 71,687 | | | | 1,298,969 | |
LHC Group, Inc.*(a) | | | 26,228 | | | | 3,571,467 | |
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics Holdings PLC* | | 430,186 | | | | 7,609,990 | |
PetIQ, Inc.*(a) | | | 222,492 | | | | 4,414,241 | |
R1 RCM, Inc.*(a) | | | 124,502 | | | | 3,385,209 | |
Syneos Health, Inc.* | | | 52,015 | | | | 4,119,588 | |
| | | | | | | 59,179,622 | |
Industrials—18.2% | | | | | | | | |
ABM Industries, Inc. | | | 243,579 | | | | 10,919,647 | |
ACCO Brands Corp. | | | 351,745 | | | | 3,025,007 | |
Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. | | | 99,071 | | | | 3,956,896 | |
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. | | | 42,245 | | | | 1,794,145 | |
ASGN, Inc.*(a) | | | 78,465 | | | | 8,693,137 | |
BrightView Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 260,132 | | | | 3,514,383 | |
Brink’s Co., (The)(a) | | | 95,909 | | | | 6,719,384 | |
BWX Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 56,510 | | | | 3,018,764 | |
CBIZ, Inc.* | | | 126,222 | | | | 4,911,298 | |
CRA International, Inc. | | | 87,541 | | | | 7,776,267 | |
Curtiss-Wright Corp. | | | 66,483 | | | | 9,807,572 | |
EMCOR Group, Inc. | | | 38,838 | | | | 4,487,342 | |
EnerSys(a) | | | 61,870 | | | | 4,499,805 | |
Ennis, Inc.(a) | | | 50,333 | | | | 945,254 | |
FTI Consulting, Inc.*(a) | | | 19,344 | | | | 2,824,224 | |
GrafTech International Ltd.(a) | | | 293,723 | | | | 2,960,728 | |
Harsco Corp.*(a) | | | 239,205 | | | | 2,848,932 | |
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. | | | 49,363 | | | | 2,110,268 | |
Hillenbrand, Inc. | | | 74,467 | | | | 3,552,821 | |
Hub Group, Inc., Class A* | | | 38,954 | | | | 3,287,718 | |
ICF International, Inc. | | | 65,580 | | | | 5,811,700 | |
KAR Auction Services, Inc.*(a) | | | 312,876 | | | | 5,775,691 | |
Korn/Ferry International | | | 35,529 | | | | 2,354,151 | |
L B Foster Co., Class A* | | | 155,473 | | | | 2,444,036 | |
Landstar System, Inc.(a) | | | 11,991 | | | | 1,851,530 | |
Masonite International Corp.* | | | 32,385 | | | | 3,054,877 | |
Matrix Service Co.* | | | 279,352 | | | | 1,938,703 | |
Resideo Technologies, Inc.* | | | 257,242 | | | | 6,621,409 | |
Science Applications International Corp.(a) | | 93,306 | | | | 8,182,003 | |
Steelcase, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 221,223 | | | | 2,692,284 | |
Terex Corp. | | | 51,279 | | | | 2,116,797 | |
Vectrus, Inc.* | | | 66,021 | | | | 3,026,403 | |
Viad Corp.*(a) | | | 38,567 | | | | 1,347,531 | |
Wabash National Corp.(a) | | | 173,598 | | | | 2,958,110 | |
Werner Enterprises, Inc. | | | 53,187 | | | | 2,311,507 | |
WESCO International, Inc.* | | | 139,614 | | | | 16,995,212 | |
| | | | | | | 161,135,536 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Information Technology—9.9% | | | | | | | | |
Avnet, Inc. | | | 108,784 | | | $ | 4,576,543 | |
Bel Fuse, Inc., Class B | | | 135,748 | | | | 2,138,031 | |
Belden, Inc. | | | 123,223 | | | | 6,943,616 | |
CommScope Holding Co., Inc.* | | | 406,599 | | | | 3,878,954 | |
Concentrix Corp. | | | 68,254 | | | | 13,643,292 | |
Diebold Nixdorf, Inc.*(a) | | | 180,636 | | | | 1,571,533 | |
EVERTEC, Inc.(a) | | | 92,036 | | | | 3,714,573 | |
IBEX Holdings Ltd.* | | | 128,228 | | | | 2,022,155 | |
Insight Enterprises, Inc.*(a) | | | 75,981 | | | | 7,902,024 | |
InterDigital, Inc. | | | 103,450 | | | | 6,664,249 | |
MAXIMUS, Inc.(a) | | | 30,466 | | | | 2,402,549 | |
NCR Corp.*(a) | | | 147,454 | | | | 5,974,836 | |
Rackspace Technology, Inc.*(a) | | | 111,393 | | | | 1,239,804 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 224,724 | | | | 6,168,674 | |
TD SYNNEX Corp. | | | 45,355 | | | | 4,618,500 | |
TTEC Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 60,606 | | | | 4,818,177 | |
Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc.* | | | 71,847 | | | | 3,291,311 | |
Unisys Corp.* | | | 288,046 | | | | 6,155,543 | |
| | | | | | | 87,724,364 | |
Materials—5.3% | | | | | | | | |
Cabot Corp.(a) | | | 9,662 | | | | 706,872 | |
Ecovyst, Inc. | | | 143,062 | | | | 1,563,668 | |
Graphic Packaging Holding Co.(a) | | | 952,033 | | | | 19,592,839 | |
Ingevity Corp.* | | | 62,472 | | | | 4,262,465 | |
Minerals Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 28,667 | | | | 2,006,403 | |
Orion Engineered Carbons SA | | | 145,009 | | | | 2,253,440 | |
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.(a) | | | 140,857 | | | | 4,397,555 | |
Valvoline, Inc.(a) | | | 374,323 | | | | 12,101,863 | |
| | | | | | | 46,885,105 | |
Real Estate—1.9% | | | | | | | | |
Cousins Properties, Inc.(a) | | | 227,945 | | | | 8,805,515 | |
Realogy Holdings Corp.*(a) | | | 309,297 | | | | 5,623,019 | |
Spirit Realty Capital, Inc.(a) | | | 58,045 | | | | 2,691,547 | |
| | | | | | | 17,120,081 | |
Utilities—0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Pure Cycle Corp.* | | | 193,135 | | | | 2,288,650 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $612,787,354) | | | | | | | 876,130,355 | |
RIGHTS—0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary—0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Evercel, Inc., CVR*‡ | | | 284,149 | | | | 0 | |
TOTAL RIGHTS (Cost $0) | | | | | | | 0 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL—31.9% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12%(b) | | | 282,411,206 | | | | 282,411,206 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL (Cost $282,411,206) | | | | | | | 282,411,206 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—0.9% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | 8,299,974 | | | $ | 8,299,974 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $8,299,974) | | | | | | | 8,299,974 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—131.8% (Cost $903,498,534) | | | | | | | 1,166,841,535 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS—(31.8)% | | | | | | | (281,778,252 | ) |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 885,063,283 | |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
LP | Limited Partnership |
CVR | Contingent Value Right |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $276,697,447. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
‡ | Security has been valued at fair market value using significant unobservable inputs as determined in good faith by or under the direction of The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2022, these securities amounted to $0 or 0.0% of net assets. |
| |
| Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS SMALL CAP VALUE FUND II | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | 29,861,575 | | | $ | 29,861,575 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 119,268,647 | | | | 119,268,647 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 29,941,545 | | | | 29,941,545 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 74,250,674 | | | | 74,250,674 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 248,474,556 | | | | 248,474,556 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 59,179,622 | | | | 59,179,622 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 161,135,536 | | | | 161,135,536 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 87,724,364 | | | | 87,724,364 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 46,885,105 | | | | 46,885,105 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 17,120,081 | | | | 17,120,081 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Utilities | | | 2,288,650 | | | | 2,288,650 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Rights | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | ** | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral | | | 282,411,206 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 282,411,206 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 8,299,974 | | | | 8,299,974 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 1,166,841,535 | | | $ | 884,430,329 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 282,411,206 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy included to reconcile to the amounts presented in the Portfolio of Investments. |
** | Value equals zero as of the end of the reporting period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
WPG PARTNERS SELECT SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—91.5% | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary—14.5% | | | | | | | | |
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.* | | | 5,459 | | | $ | 29,915 | |
BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.* | | | 2,254 | | | | 72,286 | |
Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. | | | 12,908 | | | | 34,077 | |
Dana, Inc. | | | 2,120 | | | | 39,474 | |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., (The)* | | | 10,975 | | | | 170,003 | |
H&R Block, Inc. | | | 3,832 | | | | 95,072 | |
Inspired Entertainment, Inc.* | | | 4,648 | | | | 66,978 | |
Poshmark, Inc., Class A* | | | 6,237 | | | | 93,056 | |
| | | | | | | 600,861 | |
Consumer Staples—2.4% | | | | | | | | |
Adecoagro SA* | | | 4,453 | | | | 42,571 | |
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. | | | 595 | | | | 55,204 | |
| | | | | | | 97,775 | |
Energy—7.0% | | | | | | | | |
NexTier Oilfield Solutions, Inc.* | | | 16,177 | | | | 128,769 | |
SM Energy Co. | | | 4,594 | | | | 163,133 | |
| | | | | | | 291,902 | |
Financials—17.6% | | | | | | | | |
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. | | | 1,620 | | | | 88,484 | |
BankUnited, Inc. | | | 1,331 | | | | 58,830 | |
Blucora, Inc.* | | | 4,683 | | | | 93,192 | |
Curo Group Holdings Corp. | | | 4,779 | | | | 63,895 | |
EZCORP, Inc., Class A* | | | 11,161 | | | | 66,854 | |
First Foundation, Inc. | | | 3,850 | | | | 102,680 | |
NMI Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | 5,149 | | | | 119,148 | |
Popular, Inc. | | | 944 | | | | 86,707 | |
Sculptor Capital Management, Inc. | | | 4,121 | | | | 52,790 | |
| | | | | | | 732,580 | |
Health Care—6.9% | | | | | | | | |
Antares Pharma, Inc.* | | | 13,578 | | | | 47,523 | |
Lantheus Holdings, Inc.* | | | 3,348 | | | | 160,101 | |
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.* | | | 1,203 | | | | 80,228 | |
| | | | | | | 287,852 | |
Industrials—24.0% | | | | | | | | |
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. | | | 811 | | | | 34,443 | |
Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.* | | | 10,678 | | | | 235,769 | |
KBR, Inc. | | | 1,710 | | | | 84,885 | |
Kirby Corp.* | | | 1,997 | | | | 130,105 | |
Maxar Technologies, Inc. | | | 5,889 | | | | 191,039 | |
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc., Class A | | 682 | | | | 34,100 | |
Univar Solutions, Inc.* | | | 6,266 | | | | 192,429 | |
Vectrus, Inc.* | | | 2,036 | | | | 93,330 | |
| | | | | | | 996,100 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Information Technology—5.0% | | | | | | | | |
Celestica, Inc.* | | | 8,578 | | | $ | 101,993 | |
Quantum Corp.* | | | 9,389 | | | | 24,411 | |
Rambus, Inc.* | | | 1,823 | | | | 49,221 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.* | | | 1,127 | | | | 30,936 | |
| | | | | | | 206,561 | |
Materials—8.9% | | | | | | | | |
Mosaic Co., (The) | | | 2,095 | | | | 109,841 | |
Tronox Holdings PLC, Class A | | | 6,710 | | | | 136,213 | |
Valvoline, Inc. | | | 2,222 | | | | 71,837 | |
Venator Materials PLC* | | | 23,176 | | | | 52,841 | |
| | | | | | | 370,732 | |
Real Estate—5.2% | | | | | | | | |
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. | | | 9,279 | | | | 164,146 | |
RMR Group Inc., (The), Class A | | | 1,722 | | | | 50,179 | |
| | | | | | | 214,325 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $3,629,140) | | | | | | | 3,798,688 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—7.2% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | 300,195 | | | | 300,195 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $300,195) | | | | | | | 300,195 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.7% (Cost $3,929,335) | | | | | | | 4,098,883 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—1.3% | | | | 52,474 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 4,151,357 | |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
REIT | Real Estate Investment Trust |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
| |
| Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
WPG PARTNERS SELECT SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | $ | 600,861 | | | $ | 600,861 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 97,775 | | | | 97,775 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 291,902 | | | | 291,902 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 732,580 | | | | 732,580 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 287,852 | | | | 287,852 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 996,100 | | | | 996,100 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 206,561 | | | | 206,561 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 370,732 | | | | 370,732 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 214,325 | | | | 214,325 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 300,195 | | | | 300,195 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 4,098,883 | | | $ | 4,098,883 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
WPG PARTNERS SMALL/MICRO CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—98.3% | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary—9.7% | | | | | | | | |
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.* | | | 17,554 | | | $ | 162,550 | |
BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.* | | | 8,059 | | | | 258,452 | |
Century Communities, Inc.(a) | | | 2,381 | | | | 151,717 | |
Dana, Inc. | | | 12,054 | | | | 224,445 | |
Designer Brands, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 19,494 | | | | 254,397 | |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (The)*(a) | | | 41,756 | | | | 646,800 | |
H&R Block, Inc.(a) | | | 18,254 | | | | 452,882 | |
Latham Group, Inc.* | | | 8,377 | | | | 146,514 | |
Poshmark, Inc., Class A* | | | 15,225 | | | | 227,157 | |
RealReal, Inc., (The)*(a) | | | 19,380 | | | | 172,676 | |
Universal Electronics, Inc.* | | | 6,172 | | | | 205,096 | |
| | | | | | | 2,902,686 | |
Consumer Staples—2.1% | | | | | | | | |
Dole PLC(a) | | | 5,530 | | | | 84,775 | |
Fresh Del Monte Produce, Inc. | | | 2,185 | | | | 56,548 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.*(a) | | | 5,844 | | | | 147,152 | |
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 3,807 | | | | 353,213 | |
| | | | | | | 641,688 | |
Energy—13.0% | | | | | | | | |
Chesapeake Energy Corp.(a) | | | 4,794 | | | | 370,336 | |
Delek US Holdings, Inc.* | | | 13,360 | | | | 230,193 | |
Earthstone Energy, Inc., Class A* | | | 1,100 | | | | 14,300 | |
Euronav NV(a) | | | 29,205 | | | | 329,432 | |
HollyFrontier Corp. | | | 2,375 | | | | 72,319 | |
Liberty Oilfield Services, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 27,435 | | | | 342,389 | |
National Energy Services Reunited Corp.*(a) | | | 30,641 | | | | 273,011 | |
NexTier Oilfield Solutions, Inc.* | | | 77,945 | | | | 620,442 | |
Northern Oil and Gas, Inc.(a) | | | 19,660 | | | | 493,073 | |
Oasis Petroleum, Inc.(a) | | | 482 | | | | 63,870 | |
Scorpio Tankers, Inc. | | | 16,757 | | | | 291,404 | |
SM Energy Co.(a) | | | 19,349 | | | | 687,083 | |
Teekay Tankers Ltd., Class A* | | | 8,251 | | | | 117,907 | |
| | | | | | | 3,905,759 | |
Financials—21.1% | | | | | | | | |
Ameris Bancorp(a) | | | 6,774 | | | | 335,313 | |
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. | | | 8,822 | | | | 481,858 | |
BankUnited, Inc.(a) | | | 4,946 | | | | 218,613 | |
Blucora, Inc.* | | | 22,452 | | | | 446,795 | |
Essent Group Ltd. | | | 11,252 | | | | 497,113 | |
First Foundation, Inc. | | | 20,862 | | | | 556,390 | |
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc., Class A | | | 7,809 | | | | 317,045 | |
Hanover Insurance Group, Inc., (The) | | | 1,295 | | | | 180,665 | |
HomeStreet, Inc. | | | 5,554 | | | | 285,809 | |
Kemper Corp. | | | 1,176 | | | | 62,845 | |
Ladder Capital Corp. | | | 16,738 | | | | 191,817 | |
National Bank Holdings Corp., Class A | | | 9,728 | | | | 431,729 | |
Popular, Inc. | | | 5,693 | | | | 522,902 | |
Premier Financial Corp. | | | 13,453 | | | | 412,604 | |
Sculptor Capital Management, Inc. | | | 15,672 | | | | 200,758 | |
Triumph Bancorp, Inc.* | | | 2,905 | | | | 291,430 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Financials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc.(a) | | | 5,411 | | | $ | 293,655 | |
Webster Financial Corp. | | | 10,446 | | | | 628,954 | |
| | | | | | | 6,356,295 | |
Health Care—4.8% | | | | | | | | |
Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 2,295 | | | | 76,607 | |
Lantheus Holdings, Inc.* | | | 16,852 | | | | 805,863 | |
MEDNAX, Inc.*(a) | | | 5,108 | | | | 119,885 | |
Natus Medical, Inc.* | | | 5,856 | | | | 162,914 | |
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.*(a) | | | 4,363 | | | | 290,968 | |
| | | | | | | 1,456,237 | |
Industrials—22.6% | | | | | | | | |
ABM Industries, Inc. | | | 5,099 | | | | 228,588 | |
AerCap Holdings NV*(a) | | | 3,581 | | | | 194,914 | |
Air Transport Services Group, Inc.*(a) | | | 2,306 | | | | 72,662 | |
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. | | | 4,883 | | | | 207,381 | |
Argan, Inc. | | | 8,431 | | | | 327,882 | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.* | | | 1,314 | | | | 78,433 | |
BrightView Holdings, Inc.* | | | 14,780 | | | | 199,678 | |
Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.* | | | 39,875 | | | | 880,439 | |
Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors, LLC | | | 2,695 | | | | 63,602 | |
Frontier Group Holdings, Inc.* | | | 5,628 | | | | 72,489 | |
Hillman Solutions Corp.* | | | 7,950 | | | | 74,571 | |
ICF International, Inc. | | | 2,496 | | | | 221,195 | |
JetBlue Airways Corp.* | | | 25,333 | | | | 386,835 | |
KBR, Inc.(a) | | | 9,695 | | | | 481,260 | |
Kirby Corp.*(a) | | | 6,792 | | | | 442,499 | |
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, Inc., Class A | | | 6,702 | | | | 365,125 | |
Marten Transport Ltd. | | | 7,850 | | | | 135,412 | |
Matrix Service Co.* | | | 12,155 | | | | 84,356 | |
Matthews International Corp., Class A | | | 1,997 | | | | 66,260 | |
Maxar Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 20,988 | | | | 680,851 | |
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc., Class A | | | 2,875 | | | | 143,750 | |
Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 11,080 | | | | 299,714 | |
Tutor Perini Corp.*(a) | | | 30,774 | | | | 301,585 | |
Univar Solutions, Inc.* | | | 25,723 | | | | 789,953 | |
| | | | | | | 6,799,434 | |
Information Technology—3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Axcelis Technologies, Inc.* | | | 1,885 | | | | 130,480 | |
Celestica, Inc.* | | | 33,141 | | | | 394,046 | |
Rambus, Inc.* | | | 8,490 | | | | 229,230 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.* | | | 5,066 | | | | 139,062 | |
| | | | | | | 892,818 | |
Materials—12.2% | | | | | | | | |
Allegheny Technologies, Inc.*(a) | | | 7,822 | | | | 201,338 | |
Capstone Mining Corp.* | | | 32,566 | | | | 168,804 | |
Carpenter Technology Corp. | | | 3,492 | | | | 134,058 | |
Chemours Co., (The)(a) | | | 4,782 | | | | 131,983 | |
Commercial Metals Co. | | | 2,866 | | | | 110,484 | |
Constellium SE* | | | 8,467 | | | | 164,514 | |
Mosaic Co., (The) | | | 15,523 | | | | 813,871 | |
Piedmont Lithium, Inc.*(a) | | | 2,874 | | | | 151,029 | |
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.(a) | | | 7,303 | | | | 228,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
WPG PARTNERS SMALL/MICRO CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Materials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Stelco Holdings, Inc. | | | 8,084 | | | $ | 248,164 | |
Tronox Holdings PLC, Class A | | | 29,332 | | | | 595,440 | |
Valvoline, Inc.(a) | | | 14,698 | | | | 475,186 | |
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. | | | 7,292 | | | | 229,698 | |
| | | | | | | 3,652,569 | |
Real Estate—6.7% | | | | | | | | |
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. | | | 37,753 | | | | 667,851 | |
Brixmor Property Group, Inc. | | | 21,899 | | | | 550,103 | |
Getty Realty Corp. | | | 9,139 | | | | 251,779 | |
RMR Group, Inc., Class A, (The) | | | 5,282 | | | | 153,918 | |
UMH Properties, Inc. | | | 16,757 | | | | 386,416 | |
| | | | | | | 2,010,067 | |
Utilities—3.1% | | | | | | | | |
ALLETE, Inc. | | | 3,388 | | | | 213,241 | |
Avista Corp.(a) | | | 4,182 | | | | 186,642 | |
South Jersey Industries, Inc. | | | 10,873 | | | | 368,921 | |
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. | | | 2,162 | | | | 153,372 | |
| | | | | | | 922,176 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $22,112,161) | | | | | | | 29,539,729 | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL—27.6% | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12%(b) | | | 8,302,286 | | | | 8,302,286 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL (Cost $8,302,286) | | | | | | | 8,302,286 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—1.7% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | | 513,862 | | | | 513,862 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $513,862) | | | | | | | 513,862 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—127.6% (Cost $30,928,309) | | | | | | | 38,355,877 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS—(27.6)% | | | (8,291,678 | ) |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 30,064,199 | |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
REIT | Real Estate Investment Trust |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $8,212,669. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
| |
| Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
WPG PARTNERS SMALL/MICRO CAP VALUE FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | $ | 2,902,686 | | | $ | 2,902,686 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 641,688 | | | | 641,688 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 3,905,759 | | | | 3,905,759 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 6,356,295 | | | | 6,356,295 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 1,456,237 | | | | 1,456,237 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 6,799,434 | | | | 6,799,434 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 892,818 | | | | 892,818 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 3,652,569 | | | | 3,652,569 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 2,010,067 | | | | 2,010,067 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Utilities | | | 922,176 | | | | 922,176 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral | | | 8,302,286 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 8,302,286 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 513,862 | | | | 513,862 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 38,355,877 | | | $ | 30,053,591 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,302,286 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy included to reconcile to the amounts presented in the Portfolio of Investments. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—96.3% | | | | | | | | |
Austria—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
ANDRITZ AG | | | 3,670 | | | $ | 164,523 | |
Finland—1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Metso Outotec Oyj | | | 26,038 | | | | 219,359 | |
Nordea Bank Abp | | | 10,307 | | | | 114,032 | |
| | | | | | | 333,391 | |
France—7.6% | | | | | | | | |
Airbus Group SE | | | 4,603 | | | | 587,708 | |
Capgemini SE | | | 535 | | | | 111,992 | |
Rexel SA | | | 26,900 | | | | 592,012 | |
Sanofi | | | 4,662 | | | | 487,332 | |
| | | | | | | 1,779,044 | |
Germany—6.9% | | | | | | | | |
Brenntag SE | | | 3,829 | | | | 320,995 | |
Deutsche Telekom AG | | | 15,384 | | | | 275,754 | |
GEA Group AG | | | 5,502 | | | | 240,597 | |
Rheinmetall AG | | | 1,994 | | | | 296,794 | |
Siemens AG | | | 3,326 | | | | 468,576 | |
| | | | | | | 1,602,716 | |
Japan—6.7% | | | | | | | | |
Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 6,200 | | | | 250,104 | |
Hitachi Ltd. | | | 3,900 | | | | 192,866 | |
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 14,100 | | | | 428,371 | |
IHI Corp. | | | 2,700 | | | | 62,486 | |
Renesas Electronics Corp.* | | | 12,600 | | | | 148,437 | |
Sony Corp. - SP ADR | | | 1,148 | | | | 117,704 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. | | | 4,800 | | | | 170,219 | |
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 8,400 | | | | 188,829 | |
| | | | | | | 1,559,016 | |
Netherlands—4.1% | | | | | | | | |
Aalberts NV | | | 6,673 | | | | 372,310 | |
ING Groep NV | | | 15,080 | | | | 176,112 | |
Stellantis NV | | | 22,577 | | | | 411,778 | |
| | | | | | | 960,200 | |
Spain—0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Ence Energia y Celulosa SA* | | | 30,223 | | | | 96,728 | |
Sweden—1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB, Class A | | | 36,795 | | | | 349,803 | |
Switzerland—3.9% | | | | | | | | |
Novartis AG | | | 1,325 | | | | 116,456 | |
Swiss Re AG | | | 3,658 | | | | 349,543 | |
UBS Group AG | | | 24,163 | | | | 444,521 | |
| | | | | | | 910,520 | |
United Kingdom—7.7% | | | | | | | | |
AstraZeneca PLC | | | 938 | | | | 114,011 | |
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC | | | 8,494 | | | | 434,978 | |
Informa PLC* | | | 16,789 | | | | 132,933 | |
Liberty Global PLC, Class A* | | | 13,197 | | | | 340,219 | |
NatWest Group PLC | | | 70,768 | | | | 216,846 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.* | | | 4,694 | | | | 118,195 | |
Tesco PLC | | | 62,638 | | | | 242,658 | |
Travis Perkins PLC* | | | 4,129 | | | | 80,155 | |
WH Smith PLC* | | | 5,860 | | | | 126,792 | |
| | | | | | | 1,806,787 | |
United States—55.4% | | | | | | | | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 2,564 | | | | 378,882 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A* | | | 182 | | | | 491,607 | |
AmerisourceBergen Corp. | | | 856 | | | | 122,006 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
AMETEK, Inc. | | | 2,025 | | | $ | 262,825 | |
Anthem, Inc. | | | 601 | | | | 271,562 | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 2,528 | | | | 339,258 | |
AutoZone, Inc.* | | | 243 | | | | 452,804 | |
Avantor, Inc.* | | | 5,004 | | | | 173,589 | |
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.* | | | 12,442 | | | | 336,432 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. | | | 1,049 | | | | 160,780 | |
Cigna Corp. | | | 2,747 | | | | 653,182 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 6,679 | | | | 372,488 | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 4,925 | | | | 291,708 | |
Concentrix Corp. | | | 965 | | | | 192,894 | |
Corteva, Inc. | | | 3,089 | | | | 160,721 | |
Crown Holdings, Inc. | | | 4,002 | | | | 490,925 | |
CVS Health Corp. | | | 5,379 | | | | 557,533 | |
Dollar General Corp. | | | 613 | | | | 121,582 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. | | | 4,498 | | | | 348,010 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 1,152 | | | | 153,654 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., (The) | | | 549 | | | | 187,368 | |
Halliburton Co. | | | 14,773 | | | | 495,339 | |
Harley-Davidson, Inc. | | | 5,500 | | | | 227,150 | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 1,029 | | | | 446,915 | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | | | 18,248 | | | | 283,209 | |
Jabil, Inc. | | | 1,894 | | | | 109,492 | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 4,213 | | | | 693,333 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 2,809 | | | | 398,316 | |
KeyCorp | | | 5,017 | | | | 125,776 | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp.* | | | 2,561 | | | | 109,764 | |
McKesson Corp. | | | 351 | | | | 96,511 | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 2,546 | | | | 267,305 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A* | | | 1,245 | | | | 262,732 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. | | | 2,308 | | | | 205,089 | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 1,341 | | | | 400,677 | |
NortonLifeLock, Inc. | | | 15,210 | | | | 440,786 | |
Qorvo, Inc.* | | | 1,946 | | | | 266,174 | |
Resideo Technologies, Inc.* | | | 2,677 | | | | 68,906 | |
Schlumberger Ltd. | | | 13,598 | | | | 533,586 | |
Synchrony Financial | | | 4,650 | | | | 198,927 | |
TE Connectivity Ltd. | | | 769 | | | | 109,529 | |
US Foods Holding Corp.* | | | 8,023 | | | | 313,619 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 3,312 | | | | 176,761 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 1,470 | | | | 186,969 | |
| | | | | | | 12,936,675 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $23,332,337) | | | | | | | 22,499,403 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—3.2% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 743,611 | | | | 743,611 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $743,611) | | | | | | | 743,611 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.5% (Cost $24,075,948) | | | | | | | 23,243,014 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—0.5% | | 119,692 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 23,362,706 | |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Austria | | $ | 164,523 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 164,523.00 | | | $ | — | |
Finland | | | 333,391 | | | | — | | | | 333,391 | | | | — | |
France | | | 1,779,044 | | | | — | | | | 1,779,044 | | | | — | |
Germany | | | 1,602,716 | | | | — | | | | 1,602,716 | | | | — | |
Japan | | | 1,559,016 | | | | 117,704 | | | | 1,441,312 | | | | — | |
Netherlands | | | 960,200 | | | | — | | | | 960,200 | | | | — | |
Spain | | | 96,728 | | | | — | | | | 96,728 | | | | — | |
Sweden | | | 349,803 | | | | — | | | | 349,803 | | | | — | |
Switzerland | | | 910,520 | | | | — | | | | 910,520 | | | | — | |
United Kingdom | | | 1,806,787 | | | | 893,392 | | | | 913,395 | | | | — | |
United States | | | 12,936,675 | | | | 12,936,675 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 743,611 | | | | 743,611 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 23,243,014 | | | $ | 14,691,382 | | | $ | 8,551,632 | | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—97.5% | | | | | | | | |
Bermuda—1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Everest Re Group Ltd. | | | 11,014 | | | $ | 3,284,595 | |
Canada—1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cenovus Energy, Inc. | | | 216,168 | | | | 3,398,997 | |
Finland—1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Metso Outotec Oyj | | | 90,548 | | | | 762,829 | |
Nordea Bank Abp | | | 115,643 | | | | 1,279,420 | |
| | | | | | | 2,042,249 | |
France—8.8% | | | | | | | | |
Airbus Group SE | | | 17,036 | | | | 2,175,146 | |
Capgemini SA | | | 6,629 | | | | 1,387,649 | |
Cie de Saint-Gobain | | | 21,815 | | | | 1,352,644 | |
Eiffage SA | | | 24,305 | | | | 2,475,810 | |
Klepierre SA* | | | 34,795 | | | | 994,602 | |
Rexel SA | | | 113,654 | | | | 2,501,284 | |
Sanofi | | | 38,193 | | | | 3,992,421 | |
TotalEnergies SE | | | 40,679 | | | | 2,072,406 | |
| | | | | | | 16,951,962 | |
Germany—4.4% | | | | | | | | |
Brenntag SE | | | 10,582 | | | | 887,118 | |
Deutsche Post AG | | | 16,549 | | | | 831,791 | |
Deutsche Telekom AG | | | 102,802 | | | | 1,842,697 | |
Rheinmetall AG | | | 15,591 | | | | 2,320,619 | |
Siemens AG | | | 18,760 | | | | 2,642,960 | |
| | | | | | | 8,525,185 | |
Ireland—1.6% | | | | | | | | |
CRH PLC | | | 27,922 | | | | 1,259,693 | |
Flutter Entertainment PLC* | | | 12,521 | | | | 1,802,670 | |
| | | | | | | 3,062,363 | |
Italy—0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Enel SpA | | | 199,955 | | | | 1,473,461 | |
Japan—5.9% | | | | | | | | |
Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 48,300 | | | | 1,948,393 | |
Fuji Corp. | | | 38,400 | | | | 780,880 | |
Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. | | | 16,700 | | | | 859,242 | |
Hitachi Ltd. | | | 26,000 | | | | 1,285,771 | |
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 61,600 | | | | 1,871,464 | |
Komatsu Ltd. | | | 38,500 | | | | 885,652 | |
Renesas Electronics Corp.* | | | 80,800 | | | | 951,881 | |
Sony Group Corp. | | | 8,500 | | | | 868,464 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. | | | 29,100 | | | | 1,031,952 | |
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 40,500 | | | | 910,425 | |
| | | | | | | 11,394,124 | |
Netherlands—3.3% | | | | | | | | |
Aalberts NV | | | 14,588 | | | | 813,917 | |
ING Groep NV | | | 166,193 | | | | 1,940,889 | |
NXP Semiconductors NV | | | 3,759 | | | | 714,661 | |
Stellantis NV | | | 158,236 | | | | 2,886,037 | |
| | | | | | | 6,355,504 | |
Singapore—1.2% | | | | | | | | |
United Overseas Bank Ltd. | | | 102,200 | | | | 2,271,435 | |
South Korea—2.8% | | | | | | | | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. | | | 50,642 | | | | 2,498,396 | |
POSCO | | | 3,242 | | | | 771,349 | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | | | 16,082 | | | | 968,995 | |
SK Square Co., Ltd.* | | | 10,373 | | | | 481,402 | |
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. | | | 16,047 | | | | 732,274 | |
| | | | | | | 5,452,416 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Sweden—1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Loomis AB | | | 35,481 | | | $ | 1,000,691 | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB, Class A | | | 192,452 | | | | 1,829,605 | |
| | | | | | | 2,830,296 | |
Switzerland—4.0% | | | | | | | | |
Glencore PLC* | | | 666,019 | | | | 3,916,220 | |
Novartis AG | | | 33,477 | | | | 2,942,343 | |
STMicroelectronics NV | | | 20,011 | | | | 840,024 | |
| | | | | | | 7,698,587 | |
United Kingdom—8.6% | | | | | | | | |
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC(a) | | | 32,079 | | | | 1,642,766 | |
IMI PLC | | | 40,081 | | | | 785,198 | |
Inchcape PLC | | | 82,368 | | | | 823,874 | |
JD Sports Fashion PLC | | | 523,964 | | | | 1,054,033 | |
Liberty Global PLC, Class A* | | | 110,604 | | | | 2,851,371 | |
Melrose Industries PLC | | | 474,136 | | | | 938,068 | |
NatWest Group PLC | | | 408,843 | | | | 1,252,768 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.*(a) | | | 49,225 | | | | 1,239,485 | |
SSE PLC | | | 46,742 | | | | 1,060,803 | |
Tesco PLC | | | 408,656 | | | | 1,583,125 | |
Travis Perkins PLC* | | | 110,803 | | | | 2,150,981 | |
WH Smith PLC* | | | 52,256 | | | | 1,130,656 | |
| | | | | | | 16,513,128 | |
United States—50.1% | | | | | | | | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 23,900 | | | | 3,531,703 | |
Amgen, Inc. | | | 10,631 | | | | 2,407,709 | |
Anthem, Inc. | | | 5,217 | | | | 2,357,301 | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 7,193 | | | | 965,301 | |
AutoZone, Inc.* | | | 811 | | | | 1,511,209 | |
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.* | | | 48,940 | | | | 1,323,338 | |
Carter’s, Inc. | | | 19,326 | | | | 1,868,438 | |
Centene Corp.* | | | 26,080 | | | | 2,154,730 | |
Charles Schwab Corp., (The) | | | 10,374 | | | | 876,188 | |
Charter Communications, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 1,533 | | | | 922,529 | |
Cigna Corp. | | | 13,079 | | | | 3,109,925 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 44,061 | | | | 2,457,282 | |
Concentrix Corp. | | | 14,530 | | | | 2,904,402 | |
CVS Health Corp. | | | 35,602 | | | | 3,690,146 | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc. | | | 25,076 | | | | 3,462,996 | |
Discover Financial Services | | | 13,795 | | | | 1,702,855 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. | | | 32,781 | | | | 2,536,266 | |
Eagle Materials, Inc. | | | 5,689 | | | | 778,426 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 10,661 | | | | 1,015,247 | |
Fifth Third Bancorp(a) | | | 40,122 | | | | 1,919,436 | |
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.* | | | 6,209 | | | | 1,454,148 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 8,231 | | | | 1,097,851 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., (The)(a) | | | 7,619 | | | | 2,600,288 | |
HollyFrontier Corp.(a) | | | 27,565 | | | | 839,354 | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 3,838 | | | | 1,666,920 | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc.(a) | | | 93,161 | | | | 1,445,859 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 13,313 | | | | 1,887,783 | |
KeyCorp(a) | | | 74,492 | | | | 1,867,514 | |
Leidos Holdings, Inc. | | | 12,408 | | | | 1,263,631 | |
LKQ Corp.(a) | | | 25,768 | | | | 1,209,808 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 28,223 | | | | 2,197,725 | |
McKesson Corp. | | | 12,060 | | | | 3,316,018 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 10,985 | | | $ | 1,153,315 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. | | | 16,663 | | | | 1,480,674 | |
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Class A | | | 18,866 | | | | 3,491,153 | |
NortonLifeLock, Inc.(a) | | | 91,308 | | | | 2,646,106 | |
Oracle Corp. | | | 27,055 | | | | 2,055,368 | |
Owens Corning(a) | | | 16,511 | | | | 1,538,660 | |
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.(a) | | | 9,439 | | | | 2,261,584 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | | | 5,243 | | | | 901,744 | |
Schlumberger Ltd. | | | 55,610 | | | | 2,182,136 | |
Science Applications International Corp.(a) | | | 15,547 | | | | 1,363,316 | |
Sensata Technologies Holding PLC*(a) | | | 28,198 | | | | 1,632,946 | |
Synchrony Financial(a) | | | 37,903 | | | | 1,621,490 | |
TE Connectivity Ltd. | | | 9,888 | | | | 1,408,348 | |
Textron, Inc.(a) | | | 17,398 | | | | 1,272,316 | |
T-Mobile US, Inc.* | | | 13,534 | | | | 1,667,524 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | | | 4,603 | | | | 2,190,430 | |
US Foods Holding Corp.*(a) | | | 28,657 | | | | 1,120,202 | |
Valvoline, Inc.(a) | | | 53,442 | | | | 1,727,780 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 18,108 | | | | 2,303,156 | |
| | | | | | | 96,360,574 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $148,059,831) | | | | | | | 187,614,876 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS—0.4% | | | | | | | | |
South Korea—0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 2.186% | | | 12,356 | | | | 682,885 | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS (Cost $426,506) | | | | | | | 682,885 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL—12.0% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12%(b) | | | 23,127,754 | | | $ | 23,127,754 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL (Cost $23,127,754) | | | | | | | 23,127,754 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—2.0% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | | 3,855,231 | | | | 3,855,231 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $3,855,231) | | | | | | | 3,855,231 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—111.9% (Cost $175,469,322) | | | | | | | 215,280,746 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS—(11.9)% | | | | | | | (22,890,716 | ) |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 192,390,030 | |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $22,633,206. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bermuda | | $ | 3,284,595 | | | $ | 3,284,595 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Canada | | | 3,398,997 | | | | 3,398,997 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Finland | | | 2,042,249 | | | | — | | | | 2,042,249 | | | | — | | | | — | |
France | | | 16,951,962 | | | | — | | | | 16,951,962 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Germany | | | 8,525,185 | | | | — | | | | 8,525,185 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Ireland | | | 3,062,363 | | | | — | | | | 3,062,363 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Italy | | | 1,473,461 | | | | — | | | | 1,473,461 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Japan | | | 11,394,124 | | | | — | | | | 11,394,124 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Netherlands | | | 6,355,504 | | | | 714,661 | | | | 5,640,843 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Singapore | | | 2,271,435 | | | | — | | | | 2,271,435 | | | | — | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 5,452,416 | | | | 481,402 | | | | 4,971,014 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Sweden | | | 2,830,296 | | | | — | | | | 2,830,296 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Switzerland | | | 7,698,587 | | | | — | | | | 7,698,587 | | | | — | | | | — | |
United Kingdom | | | 16,513,128 | | | | 5,733,622 | | | | 10,779,506 | | | | — | | | | — | |
United States | | | 96,360,574 | | | | 96,360,574 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Preferred Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
South Korea | | | 682,885 | | | | — | | | | 682,885 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral | | | 23,127,754 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 23,127,754 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 3,855,231 | | | | 3,855,231 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 215,280,746 | | | $ | 113,829,082 | | | $ | 78,323,910 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 23,127,754 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Portfolio of Investments. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
COMMON STOCKS—90.8% | | | | | | | | |
Austria—1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Erste Group Bank AG | | | 1,767 | | | $ | 62,811 | |
Raiffeisen Bank International AG | | | 21,567 | | | | 351,434 | |
| | | | | | | 414,245 | |
Brazil—3.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cia de Locacao das Americas* | | | 28,000 | | | | 136,626 | |
Cielo SA* | | | 301,800 | | | | 150,181 | |
Eletromidia SA* | | | 159,176 | | | | 492,033 | |
Sendas Distribuidora SA | | | 82,700 | | | | 215,273 | |
| | | | | | | 994,113 | |
Canada—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Parex Resources, Inc. | | | 8,764 | | | | 193,257 | |
Cayman Islands—0.1% | | | | | | | | |
NU Holdings Ltd., Class A* | | | 2,019 | | | | 15,445 | |
Chile—0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Banco Santander Chile - ADR | | | 5,160 | | | | 100,723 | |
China—22.9% | | | | | | | | |
Agricultural Bank of China Ltd., Class H | | | 142,000 | | | | 53,778 | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.* | | | 19,700 | | | | 259,328 | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. - SP ADR* | | | 1,850 | | | | 194,602 | |
Bank of Chengdu Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 117,300 | | | | 268,502 | |
China Construction Bank Corp., Class H | | | 72,000 | | | | 53,997 | |
China State Construction Engineering Corp., Ltd., Class A | | | 65,300 | | | | 52,800 | |
China Yongda Automobiles Services Holdings Ltd. | | | 606,500 | | | | 707,605 | |
Greentown China Holdings Ltd.* | | | 44,000 | | | | 65,989 | |
Han’s Laser Technology Industry Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 10,400 | | | | 81,083 | |
Hengli Petrochemical Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 102,750 | | | | 409,075 | |
Huafu Fashion Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 551,500 | | | | 399,170 | |
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd., Class H | | | 90,000 | | | | 53,726 | |
JD.com, Inc., Class A* | | | 305 | | | | 10,886 | |
Lakala Payment Co.* | | | 16,200 | | | | 68,845 | |
Ping An Insurance Group Co. of China Ltd., Class H | | | 12,958 | | | | 100,472 | |
Power Construction Corp. of China Ltd., Class A | | | 144,000 | | | | 175,983 | |
Shandong Hi-Speed Group Co., Ltd.* | | | 63,300 | | | | 80,140 | |
Shanghai International Port Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 152,000 | | | | 137,718 | |
Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd.* | | | 91,000 | | | | 78,584 | |
Shenzhen Expressway Co., Ltd.* | | | 96,000 | | | | 96,681 | |
Tangshan Port Group Co., Ltd.* | | | 123,500 | | | | 57,264 | |
TBEA Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 17,400 | | | | 56,119 | |
Tencent Holdings Ltd. | | | 6,400 | | | | 345,352 | |
Tongcheng Travel Holdings Ltd.* | | | 16,800 | | | | 31,289 | |
Tongkun Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 72,700 | | | | 253,720 | |
Universal Scientific Industrial Shanghai Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 30,400 | | | | 67,827 | |
Want Want China Holdings Ltd. | | | 209,000 | | | | 222,486 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
China—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Xiamen Xiangyu Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 106,400 | | | $ | 136,800 | |
Xinfengming Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 42,498 | | | | 94,794 | |
Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Ltd., Co., Class H | | | 321,500 | | | | 506,830 | |
YTO Express Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | | 20,700 | | | | 57,039 | |
Zhongsheng Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 113,500 | | | | 792,564 | |
| | | | | | | 5,971,048 | |
France—1.6% | | | | | | | | |
TotalEnergies SE | | | 8,327 | | | | 424,222 | |
Hong Kong—1.3% | | | | | | | | |
Swire Properties Ltd. | | | 17,800 | | | | 46,289 | |
Texhong Textile Group Ltd. | | | 239,500 | | | | 298,061 | |
| | | | | | | 344,350 | |
India—8.1% | | | | | | | | |
Bharti Airtel Ltd.* | | | 67,512 | | | | 617,350 | |
Bharti Airtel Ltd.* | | | 1,873 | | | | 8,222 | |
Hindustan Petroleum Corp., Ltd. | | | 125,316 | | | | 455,879 | |
Infosys Ltd. - SP ADR | | | 2,359 | | | | 52,983 | |
KEI Industries Ltd. | | | 3,611 | | | | 47,706 | |
Larsen & Toubro Ltd. | | | 2,078 | | | | 50,376 | |
Power Grid Corp. of India Ltd. | | | 19,018 | | | | 52,956 | |
Reliance Industries Ltd. | | | 1,708 | | | | 53,771 | |
Vardhman Textiles Ltd. | | | 21,240 | | | | 722,757 | |
WNS Holdings Ltd. - ADR* | | | 630 | | | | 52,057 | |
| | | | | | | 2,114,057 | |
Indonesia—1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Bank Mandiri Persero Tbk PT | | | 154,600 | | | | 83,583 | |
Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk PT | | | 189,000 | | | | 81,748 | |
Industri Jamu Dan Farmasi Sido Muncul Tbk PT | | | 1,263,700 | | | | 85,885 | |
Telkom Indonesia Persero Tbk PT - ADR | | | 1,822 | | | | 54,132 | |
| | | | | | | 305,348 | |
Israel—0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd. | | | 3,308 | | | | 129,274 | |
Malaysia—2.2% | | | | | | | | |
Bumi Armada Bhd* | | | 1,950,100 | | | | 222,799 | |
Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd | | | 31,200 | | | | 70,968 | |
RHB Bank Bhd | | | 207,200 | | | | 292,006 | |
| | | | | | | 585,773 | |
Mexico—2.7% | | | | | | | | |
America Movil SAB de CV, Class L - SP ADR | | | 3,354 | | | | 60,775 | |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte SAB de CV - ADR | | | 2,500 | | | | 145,325 | |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico SAB de CV - ADR* | | | 2,079 | | | | 304,116 | |
Grupo Comercial Chedraui SA de CV | | | 91,100 | | | | 205,276 | |
| | | | | | | 715,492 | |
Russia—0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Fix Price Group Ltd. - GDR | | | 5,934 | | | | 3,591 | |
HeadHunter Group PLC - ADR | | | 3,106 | | | | 46,683 | |
Magnit PJSC - GDR | | | 14,975 | | | | 23,767 | |
Sberbank of Russia PJSC - SP ADR | | | 9,522 | | | | 11,903 | |
| | | | | | | 85,944 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Singapore—3.9% | | | | | | | | |
ASM Pacific Technology Ltd. | | | 10,200 | | | $ | 111,904 | |
DBS Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 15,756 | | | | 396,108 | |
Golden Agri-Resources Ltd. | | | 1,470,000 | | | | 310,822 | |
United Overseas Bank Ltd. | | | 9,400 | | | | 208,919 | |
| | | | | | | 1,027,753 | |
South Africa—4.1% | | | | | | | | |
Airtel Africa PLC | | | 249,059 | | | | 474,777 | |
Naspers Ltd., Class N - SP ADR | | | 10,109 | | | | 255,151 | |
Naspers Ltd., Class N | | | 124 | | | | 15,615 | |
Pick n Pay Stores Ltd. | | | 32,049 | | | | 95,879 | |
Sappi Ltd.* | | | 23,762 | | | | 78,690 | |
Shoprite Holdings Ltd. | | | 10,255 | | | | 152,967 | |
| | | | | | | 1,073,079 | |
South Korea—11.7% | | | | | | | | |
Coway Co., Ltd. | | | 900 | | | | 54,053 | |
GS Holdings Corp. | | | 2,427 | | | | 81,157 | |
Hana Financial Group, Inc. | | | 2,457 | | | | 99,823 | |
JB Financial Group Co, Ltd. | | | 55,042 | | | | 377,006 | |
JYP Entertainment Corp. | | | 2,216 | | | | 93,127 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. | | | 823 | | | | 40,602 | |
KT Corp. - SP ADR | | | 32,040 | | | | 422,608 | |
Osstem Implant Co., Ltd. | | | 2,762 | | | | 327,806 | |
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd. | | | 586 | | | | 81,928 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. | | | 7,180 | | | | 748,547 | |
Woori Financial Group, Inc. | | | 61,338 | | | | 733,700 | |
| | | | | | | 3,060,357 | |
Taiwan—18.7% | | | | | | | | |
ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. | | | 34,000 | | | | 122,887 | |
Asia Vital Components Co., Ltd. | | | 136,000 | | | | 543,765 | |
Compeq Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | | 52,000 | | | | 90,109 | |
Elite Material Co., Ltd. | | | 33,000 | | | | 323,607 | |
Lotes Co., Ltd. | | | 24,115 | | | | 626,335 | |
Nanya Technology Corp. | | | 321,000 | | | | 898,929 | |
Pegavision Corp. | | | 5,000 | | | | 78,896 | |
Quanta Computer, Inc. | | | 41,000 | | | | 137,100 | |
Sinbon Electronics Co., Ltd. | | | 9,000 | | | | 86,523 | |
SinoPac Financial Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 377,000 | | | | 231,501 | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | | 13,000 | | | | 279,494 | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. - SP ADR | | | 4,114 | | | | 440,239 | |
Tripod Technology Corp. | | | 114,000 | | | | 522,672 | |
Wiwynn Corp. | | | 14,000 | | | | 500,019 | |
| | | | | | | 4,882,076 | |
Thailand—1.6% | | | | | | | | |
AP Thailand PCL - NVDR | | | 209,500 | | | | 68,098 | |
Com7 PCL - NVDR | | | 36,200 | | | | 91,899 | |
Kiatnakin Phatra Bank PCL - NVDR | | | 38,200 | | | | 80,012 | |
Land & Houses PCL - NVDR | | | 185,700 | | | | 54,689 | |
Minor International PCL - NVDR* | | | 55,300 | | | | 52,372 | |
MK Restaurants Group PCL - NVDR | | | 34,600 | | | | 57,355 | |
| | | | | | | 404,425 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Amkor Technology, Inc. | | | 5,475 | | | $ | 124,118 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. | | | 3,502 | | | | 311,188 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.* | | | 16,174 | | | | 443,976 | |
| | | | | | | 879,282 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $23,397,883) | | | | | | | 23,720,263 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS—2.7% | | | | | | | | |
Brazil—0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Randon SA Implementos e Participacoes 6.152%* | | | 78,200 | | | | 159,616 | |
Chile—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Embotelladora Andina SA 7.160% | | | 85,636 | | | | 186,482 | |
South Korea—1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 2.186% | | | 6,427 | | | | 355,204 | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS (Cost $620,945) | | | | | | | 701,302 | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS—0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Thailand—0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Jasmine Broadband Internet Infrastructure Fund, Class F | | | 246,800 | | | | 83,840 | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS (Cost $85,086) | | | | | | | 83,840 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS—0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Thailand—0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Digital Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund, Class F | | | 320,940 | | | | 140,499 | |
TOTAL MUTUAL FUNDS (Cost $143,655) | | | | | | | 140,499 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—3.1% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 799,034 | | | | 799,034 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $799,034) | | | | | | | 799,034 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—97.4% (Cost $25,046,603) | | | | | | | 25,444,938 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—2.6% | | | | | | | 689,147 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 26,134,085 | |
ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
GDR | Global Depositary Receipt |
NVDR | Non-voting Depository Receipt |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
* | Non-income producing. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
Contracts For Difference held by the Fund at February 28, 2022, are as follows:
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
China | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bros Eastern Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | % | | Monthly | | | 574,200 | | | $ | 621,415 | | | $ | (32,735 | ) |
Jiangsu Phoenix Publishing & Media Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 98,900 | | | | 121,450 | | | | (667 | ) |
Leader Harmonious Drive Systems Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 2,300 | | | | 49,054 | | | | 1,062 | |
Meihua Holdings Group Co., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 531,800 | | | | 708,667 | | | | 49,300 | |
Netdragon Websoft Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 103,500 | | | | 232,308 | | | | (39,261 | ) |
Zhejiang Entive Smart Kitchen Appliance Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 7,200 | | | | 77,955 | | | | 3,251 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,810,849 | | | | (19,050 | ) |
Portugal | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Jeronimo Martins SGPS SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | -0.58 | | | Monthly | | | 5,067 | | | | 110,361 | | | | (3,263 | ) |
Russia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Detsky Mir PJSC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 117,900 | | | | 93,449 | | | | (81,579 | ) |
Saudi Arabia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Al Rajhi Bank | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 10,912 | | | | 466,531 | | | | 12,713 | |
Taiwan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 11,000 | | | | 236,989 | | | | (12,750 | ) |
Total Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,718,179 | | | | (103,929 | ) |
Net unrealized gain/(loss) on Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (103,929 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Austria | | $ | 414,245 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 414,245 | | | $ | — | |
Brazil | | | 994,113 | | | | — | | | | 994,113 | | | | — | |
Canada | | | 193,257 | | | | 193,257 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Cayman Islands | | | 15,445 | | | | 15,445 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Chile | | | 100,723 | | | | 100,723 | | | | — | | | | — | |
China | | | 5,971,048 | | | | 641,880 | | | | 5,329,168 | | | | — | |
France | | | 424,222 | | | | — | | | | 424,222 | | | | — | |
Hong Kong | | | 344,350 | | | | — | | | | 344,350 | | | | — | |
India | | | 2,114,057 | | | | 105,040 | | | | 2,009,017 | | | | — | |
Indonesia | | | 305,348 | | | | 54,132 | | | | 251,216 | | | | — | |
Israel | | | 129,274 | | | | — | | | | 129,274 | | | | — | |
Malaysia | | | 585,773 | | | | 70,968 | | | | 514,805 | | | | — | |
Mexico | | | 715,492 | | | | 715,492 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Russia | | | 85,944 | | | | 58,586 | | | | 27,358 | | | | — | |
Singapore | | | 1,027,753 | | | | — | | | | 1,027,753 | | | | — | |
South Africa | | | 1,073,079 | | | | 904,497 | | | | 168,582 | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 3,060,357 | | | | 422,608 | | | | 2,637,749 | | | | — | |
Taiwan | | | 4,882,076 | | | | 440,239 | | | | 4,441,837 | | | | — | |
Thailand | | | 404,425 | | | | — | | | | 404,425 | | | | — | |
United States | | | 879,282 | | | | 879,282 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Preferred Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brazil | | | 159,616 | | | | — | | | | 159,616 | | | | — | |
Chile | | | 186,482 | | | | — | | | | 186,482 | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 355,204 | | | | — | | | | 355,204 | | | | — | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand | | | 83,840 | | | | 83,840 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Mutual Funds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand | | | 140,499 | | | | — | | | | 140,499 | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 799,034 | | | | 799,034 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | 66,326 | | | | 66,326 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 25,511,264 | | | $ | 5,551,349 | | | $ | 19,959,915 | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | TOTAL | | | | LEVEL 1 | | | | LEVEL 2 | | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | $ | (170,255 | ) | | $ | (170,255 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (170,255 | ) | | $ | (170,255 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
LONG POSITIONS—114.3% | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—94.7% | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services—5.1% | | | | | | | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A* | | | 255 | | | $ | 688,791 | |
Baidu, Inc. - SP ADR* | | | 1,316 | | | | 200,611 | |
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.*(a) | | | 18,193 | | | | 319,105 | |
Entravision Communications Corp., Class A† | | 142,928 | | | | 914,739 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 4,176 | | | | 881,261 | |
Outbrain, Inc.* | | | 32,116 | | | | 418,793 | |
| | | | | | | 3,423,300 | |
Consumer Discretionary—14.0% | | | | | | | | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. - SP ADR*† | | | 4,420 | | | | 464,940 | |
Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 76,487 | | | | 591,243 | |
AutoZone, Inc.* | | | 240 | | | | 447,214 | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc.*(a) | | | 8,142 | | | | 434,539 | |
Bowlero Corp.*(a) | | | 52,616 | | | | 526,686 | |
Caleres, Inc. | | | 16,185 | | | | 336,001 | |
Carriage Services, Inc.(a)† | | | 9,770 | | | | 480,782 | |
Carter’s, Inc.(a) | | | 3,129 | | | | 302,512 | |
Hanesbrands, Inc.(a)† | | | 38,551 | | | | 595,613 | |
Hooker Furnishings Corp. | | | 11,062 | | | | 232,302 | |
JD.com, Inc. - ADR* | | | 4,313 | | | | 308,940 | |
Kindred Group PLC - SDR | | | 28,454 | | | | 315,769 | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp.* | | | 10,207 | | | | 437,472 | |
LKQ Corp.(a)† | | | 11,473 | | | | 538,657 | |
Mohawk Industries, Inc.* | | | 2,732 | | | | 384,611 | |
Perdoceo Education Corp.* | | | 37,864 | | | | 396,436 | |
Skechers U.S.A., Inc., Class A*† | | | 6,829 | | | | 313,997 | |
Stellantis NV(a) | | | 17,587 | | | | 321,490 | |
Stride, Inc.*(a)† | | | 54,404 | | | | 1,826,886 | |
XL Fleet Corp.*(a) | | | 30,168 | | | | 58,828 | |
| | | | | | | 9,314,918 | |
Consumer Staples—0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC(a) | | | 5,377 | | | | 275,356 | |
Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.*(a) | | | 8,440 | | | | 300,296 | |
| | | | | | | 575,652 | |
Energy—6.9% | | | | | | | | |
BP PLC - SP ADR(a) | | | 16,690 | | | | 487,515 | |
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. | | | 24,852 | | | | 1,387,487 | |
Devon Energy Corp.(a) | | | 6,245 | | | | 371,890 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp.† | | | 13,831 | | | | 1,077,020 | |
Phillips 66† | | | 6,707 | | | | 564,997 | |
Schlumberger Ltd. | | | 9,808 | | | | 384,866 | |
World Fuel Services Corp. | | | 10,641 | | | | 301,566 | |
| | | | | | | 4,575,341 | |
Financials—17.0% | | | | | | | | |
Aflac, Inc. | | | 4,745 | | | | 289,872 | |
American International Group, Inc.† | | | 7,305 | | | | 447,358 | |
Arthur J Gallagher & Co. | | | 1,298 | | | | 205,331 | |
Bank of America Corp.† | | | 10,755 | | | | 475,371 | |
Bank OZK(a)† | | | 11,158 | | | | 524,649 | |
BGC Partners, Inc., Class A† | | | 125,582 | | | | 575,166 | |
Charles Schwab Corp., (The) | | | 2,984 | | | | 252,029 | |
Citigroup, Inc.† | | | 12,249 | | | | 725,508 | |
Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. | | | 2,113 | | | | 409,668 | |
Enova International, Inc.* | | | 11,352 | | | | 462,821 | |
Evercore, Inc., Class A | | | 2,746 | | | | 348,769 | |
Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. | | | 1,194 | | | | 580,021 | |
Granite Point Mortgage Trust, Inc.† | | | 20,216 | | | | 226,824 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Financials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc.† | | | 89,779 | | | $ | 500,967 | |
Jefferies Financial Group, Inc.† | | | 25,111 | | | | 892,445 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. - ADR | | | 11,526 | | | | 567,079 | |
Morgan Stanley† | | | 5,002 | | | | 453,882 | |
PCB Bancorp | | | 12,775 | | | | 300,596 | |
Prudential Financial, Inc.(a) | | | 2,812 | | | | 313,988 | |
Stifel Financial Corp.(a)† | | | 14,508 | | | | 1,066,338 | |
SVB Financial Group* | | | 532 | | | | 322,392 | |
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc.(a)† | | | 25,637 | | | | 296,364 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 10,363 | | | | 553,073 | |
Western Alliance Bancorp† | | | 5,433 | | | | 509,289 | |
| | | | | | | 11,299,800 | |
Health Care—18.9% | | | | | | | | |
Amgen, Inc.(a)† | | | 5,345 | | | | 1,210,536 | |
Anthem, Inc.† | | | 2,466 | | | | 1,114,262 | |
Bausch Health Cos., Inc.*(a)† | | | 23,842 | | | | 573,639 | |
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.* | | | 91,900 | | | | 512,802 | |
Centene Corp.* | | | 6,822 | | | | 563,634 | |
Cigna Corp.† | | | 3,966 | | | | 943,035 | |
CVS Health Corp.(a)† | | | 11,855 | | | | 1,228,770 | |
Hanger, Inc.*† | | | 21,295 | | | | 385,865 | |
Harrow Health, Inc.*† | | | 36,478 | | | | 281,245 | |
HCA Healthcare, Inc. | | | 3,155 | | | | 789,728 | |
Henry Schein, Inc.* | | | 6,403 | | | | 553,091 | |
Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC* | | | 2,096 | | | | 288,032 | |
Johnson & Johnson† | | | 4,463 | | | | 734,476 | |
Medtronic PLC† | | | 4,981 | | | | 522,955 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 6,616 | | | | 506,653 | |
Novartis AG - SP ADR† | | | 9,957 | | | | 870,839 | |
Syneos Health, Inc.*(a) | | | 2,705 | | | | 214,236 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc.† | | | 1,288 | | | | 612,921 | |
Universal Health Services, Inc.,Class B(a)† | | | 4,748 | | | | 683,380 | |
| | | | | | | 12,590,099 | |
Industrials—11.0% | | | | | | | | |
3M Co. | | | 2,728 | | | | 405,517 | |
Acuity Brands, Inc. | | | 1,739 | | | | 317,141 | |
AerCap Holdings NV*(a)† | | | 4,965 | | | | 270,245 | |
Barrett Business Services, Inc.† | | | 7,016 | | | | 422,012 | |
Builders FirstSource, Inc.*† | | | 9,259 | | | | 689,055 | |
CACI International, Inc., Class A*(a) | | | 1,621 | | | | 453,540 | |
Forward Air Corp. | | | 2,988 | | | | 308,302 | |
Galliford Try Holdings PLC | | | 94,533 | | | | 218,085 | |
Gibraltar Industries, Inc.* | | | 3,149 | | | | 152,160 | |
Global Industrial Co. | | | 8,127 | | | | 258,276 | |
Graham Corp.† | | | 16,094 | | | | 128,913 | |
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.† | | | 4,981 | | | | 212,938 | |
JetBlue Airways Corp.*† | | | 31,246 | | | | 477,126 | |
KBR, Inc.† | | | 6,131 | | | | 304,343 | |
Kelly Services, Inc., Class A† | | | 12,993 | | | | 275,712 | |
L B Foster Co., Class A* | | | 11,595 | | | | 182,273 | |
Lockheed Martin Corp.(a) | | | 1,460 | | | | 633,348 | |
Primoris Services Corp.(a) | | | 12,068 | | | | 318,233 | |
Quanta Services, Inc.† | | | 3,477 | | | | 378,784 | |
UFP Industries, Inc. | | | 6,031 | | | | 517,158 | |
Vectrus, Inc.* | | | 8,011 | | | | 367,224 | |
| | | | | | | 7,290,385 | |
Information Technology—15.0% | | | | | | | | |
Akamai Technologies, Inc.*(a)† | | | 1,879 | | | | 203,420 | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 278 | | | | 37,308 | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.* | | | 3,249 | | | | 395,988 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Information Technology—(continued) |
Box, Inc., Class A* | | | 10,075 | | | $ | 258,021 | |
Capgemini SE - ADR† | | | 6,678 | | | | 276,937 | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.* | | | 4,196 | | | | 607,916 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 8,413 | | | | 469,193 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A(a)† | | | 7,621 | | | | 656,397 | |
Concentrix Corp.† | | | 4,448 | | | | 889,111 | |
Dolby Laboratories, Inc., Class A† | | | 2,812 | | | | 211,181 | |
Dropbox, Inc., Class A* | | | 14,497 | | | | 328,937 | |
EVERTEC, Inc.(a)† | | | 12,810 | | | | 517,012 | |
Fabrinet*† | | | 2,303 | | | | 230,599 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 2,169 | | | | 206,554 | |
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.*(a) | | | 1,240 | | | | 290,408 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 3,506 | | | | 467,630 | |
Hackett Group, Inc., (The)† | | | 25,552 | | | | 529,437 | |
HP, Inc.† | | | 7,808 | | | | 268,283 | |
InterDigital, Inc. | | | 7,074 | | | | 455,707 | |
Nano Dimension Ltd. - ADR*(a) | | | 30,694 | | | | 108,657 | |
Open Text Corp.† | | | 9,984 | | | | 434,304 | |
Oracle Corp.† | | | 5,340 | | | | 405,680 | |
Perficient, Inc.*(a) | | | 1,911 | | | | 194,731 | |
Qorvo, Inc.* | | | 1,955 | | | | 267,405 | |
TD SYNNEX Corp.† | | | 4,448 | | | | 452,940 | |
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson - SP ADR† | | | 47,268 | | | | 438,647 | |
Zebra Technologies Corp., Class A*† | | | 833 | | | | 344,312 | |
| | | | | | | 9,946,715 | |
Materials—2.4% | | | | | | | | |
Berry Global Group, Inc.*† | | | 10,588 | | | | 642,162 | |
Dundee Precious Metals, Inc. | | | 35,141 | | | | 207,935 | |
POSCO - SP ADR | | | 3,626 | | | | 215,094 | |
Rio Tinto PLC - SP ADR(a)† | | | 3,379 | | | | 265,522 | |
Ternium SA - SP ADR† | | | 6,625 | | | | 260,230 | |
| | | | | | | 1,590,943 | |
Real Estate—3.5% | | | | | | | | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.* | | | 1,341 | | | | 330,181 | |
Medical Properties Trust, Inc.(a)† | | | 11,406 | | | | 231,998 | |
Newmark Group, Inc., Class A(a)† | | | 80,748 | | | | 1,427,625 | |
Simon Property Group, Inc.(a) | | | 2,290 | | | | 315,012 | |
| | | | | | | 2,304,816 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $41,300,603) | | | | | | | 62,911,969 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS | | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | | | |
PURCHASED OPTIONS—0.1% |
Call Purchased Options—0.1% |
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc. Expiration: 03/18/2022, Exercise Price: 5.00 | | | 472 | | | | 263,376 | | | | 25,959 | |
TOTAL CALL PURCHASED OPTIONS (Cost $18,438) | | | | | | | | | | | 25,959 | |
TOTAL PURCHASED OPTIONS (Cost $18,438) | | | | | | | | | | | 25,959 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL—13.8% | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12%(b) | | | 9,178,187 | | | $ | 9,178,187 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS PURCHASED WITH PROCEEDS FROM SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL (Cost $9,178,187) | | | | | | | 9,178,187 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—5.7% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(b) | | | 3,784,751 | | | | 3,784,751 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $3,784,751) | | | | | | | 3,784,751 | |
TOTAL LONG POSITIONS—114.3% (Cost $54,281,979) | | | | | | | 75,900,866 | |
SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(23.5%) |
COMMON STOCKS—(23.2%) | | | | |
Communication Services—(1.4%) |
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | (13,767 | ) | | | (259,646 | ) |
CTC Communications Group, Inc.*‡ | | | (98,900 | ) | | | 0 | |
Netflix, Inc.* | | | (1,750 | ) | | | (690,410 | ) |
| | | | | | | (950,056 | ) |
Consumer Discretionary—(6.6%) |
Allbirds, Inc., Class A* | | | (10,005 | ) | | | (78,839 | ) |
Carvana Co.* | | | (3,633 | ) | | | (546,658 | ) |
DoorDash, Inc., Class A* | | | (1,188 | ) | | | (124,681 | ) |
DraftKings, Inc., Class A* | | | (7,081 | ) | | | (167,678 | ) |
Dutch Bros, Inc., Class A* | | | (4,091 | ) | | | (197,227 | ) |
F45 Training Holdings, Inc.* | | | (18,687 | ) | | | (287,406 | ) |
Fiverr International Ltd.* | | | (1,424 | ) | | | (112,368 | ) |
GameStop Corp., Class A* | | | (4,234 | ) | | | (522,222 | ) |
Papa John’s International, Inc. | | | (1,885 | ) | | | (201,356 | ) |
Planet Fitness, Inc., Class A* | | | (10,260 | ) | | | (868,304 | ) |
Qsound Labs, Inc.*‡ | | | (4,440 | ) | | | 0 | |
Rent the Runway, Inc., Class A* | | | (19,046 | ) | | | (115,609 | ) |
Sonos, Inc.* | | | (8,307 | ) | | | (227,529 | ) |
Sweetgreen, Inc., Class A* | | | (3,822 | ) | | | (96,811 | ) |
Tesla Motors, Inc.* | | | (818 | ) | | | (712,012 | ) |
Warby Parker, Inc., Class A* | | | (4,593 | ) | | | (137,468 | ) |
| | | | | | | (4,396,168 | ) |
Consumer Staples—(1.7%) | | | |
22nd Century Group, Inc.* | | | (33,602 | ) | | | (78,629 | ) |
Amish Naturals, Inc.*‡ | | | (25,959 | ) | | | 0 | |
Beyond Meat, Inc.* | | | (2,097 | ) | | | (98,098 | ) |
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. | | | (6,346 | ) | | | (280,937 | ) |
Celsius Holdings, Inc.* | | | (2,421 | ) | | | (154,678 | ) |
National Beverage Corp. | | | (4,043 | ) | | | (177,932 | ) |
Oatly Group AB - ADR* | | | (20,246 | ) | | | (136,660 | ) |
Tattooed Chef, Inc.* | | | (13,542 | ) | | | (164,400 | ) |
| | | | | | | (1,091,334 | ) |
Energy—(0.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Beard Co.* | | | (9,710 | ) | | | (1 | ) |
Green Plains, Inc.* | | | (8,579 | ) | | | (280,876 | ) |
| | | | | | | (280,877 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Health Care—(1.8%) | | | | | | | | |
10X Genomics, Inc., Class A* | | | (2,737 | ) | | $ | (222,983 | ) |
Beam Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | (2,414 | ) | | | (189,137 | ) |
BodyTel Scientific, Inc.*‡ | | | (4,840 | ) | | | (1 | ) |
CareView Communications, Inc.* | | | (174,320 | ) | | | (18,302 | ) |
Cassava Sciences, Inc.* | | | (4,092 | ) | | | (173,951 | ) |
Heska Corp.* | | | (773 | ) | | | (109,766 | ) |
NanoString Technologies, Inc.* | | | (5,666 | ) | | | (200,916 | ) |
Ocugen, Inc.* | | | (27,180 | ) | | | (95,674 | ) |
Oxford Nanopore Technologies PLC* | | | (28,110 | ) | | | (172,981 | ) |
| | | | | | | (1,183,711 | ) |
Industrials—(1.1%) | | | | | | | | |
Applied Energetics, Inc.* | | | (57,676 | ) | | | (109,065 | ) |
Capstone Green Energy Corp.* | | | (341 | ) | | | (1,422 | ) |
Corporate Resource Services, Inc.* | | | (218,896 | ) | | | (219 | ) |
DynaMotive Energy Systems Corp.*‡ | | | (72,185 | ) | | | (7 | ) |
Ener1, Inc.*‡ | | | (102,820 | ) | | | (10 | ) |
Ideanomics, Inc.* | | | (69,087 | ) | | | (72,541 | ) |
Omega Flex, Inc. | | | (2,655 | ) | | | (385,639 | ) |
Sunrun, Inc.* | | | (6,063 | ) | | | (165,399 | ) |
Valence Technology, Inc.*‡ | | | (27,585 | ) | | | (3 | ) |
| | | | | | | (734,305 | ) |
Information Technology—(10.0%) | | | | | | | | |
Affirm Holdings, Inc.* | | | (3,949 | ) | | | (165,226 | ) |
Anaplan, Inc.* | | | (3,482 | ) | | | (164,942 | ) |
ANTs software, Inc.*‡ | | | (10,334 | ) | | | (1 | ) |
Appfolio, Inc., Class A* | | | (1,926 | ) | | | (217,908 | ) |
Appian Corp.* | | | (5,313 | ) | | | (323,880 | ) |
Bill.com Holdings, Inc.* | | | (1,632 | ) | | | (388,220 | ) |
Ceridian HCM Holding, Inc.* | | | (3,844 | ) | | | (280,266 | ) |
Clear Secure, Inc., Class A* | | | (8,154 | ) | | | (219,587 | ) |
Consygen, Inc.*‡ | | | (200 | ) | | | 0 | |
Coupa Software, Inc.* | | | (1,874 | ) | | | (226,773 | ) |
Crowdstrike Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | (1,008 | ) | | | (196,772 | ) |
CS Disco, Inc.* | | | (6,267 | ) | | | (236,767 | ) |
Fastly, Inc., Class A* | | | (3,932 | ) | | | (73,135 | ) |
Guidewire Software, Inc.* | | | (2,292 | ) | | | (202,040 | ) |
HashiCorp, Inc., Class A* | | | (3,982 | ) | | | (200,653 | ) |
Impinj, Inc.* | | | (4,838 | ) | | | (332,612 | ) |
Inseego Corp.* | | | (24,873 | ) | | | (117,152 | ) |
Interliant, Inc.*‡ | | | (600 | ) | | | 0 | |
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc.* | | | (6,756 | ) | | | (171,265 | ) |
MicroVision, Inc.* | | | (22,383 | ) | | | (89,756 | ) |
MongoDB, Inc.* | | | (822 | ) | | | (313,996 | ) |
Nestor, Inc.*‡ | | | (15,200 | ) | | | (2 | ) |
Okta, Inc.* | | | (1,499 | ) | | | (274,077 | ) |
Procore Technologies, Inc.* | | | (2,861 | ) | | | (186,509 | ) |
PROS Holdings, Inc.* | | | (4,883 | ) | | | (155,182 | ) |
Q2 Holdings, Inc.* | | | (2,909 | ) | | | (189,230 | ) |
Rapid7, Inc.* | | | (4,382 | ) | | | (453,362 | ) |
RingCentral, Inc., Class A* | | | (789 | ) | | | (103,233 | ) |
Riot Blockchain, Inc.* | | | (13,167 | ) | | | (226,867 | ) |
SentinelOne, Inc., Class A* | | | (2,894 | ) | | | (120,101 | ) |
Tiger Telematics, Inc.*‡ | | | (6,510 | ) | | | 0 | |
Uni-Pixel, Inc.* | | | (19,665 | ) | | | (2 | ) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Information Technology—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Wolfspeed, Inc.* | | | (6,845 | ) | | $ | (703,118 | ) |
Worldgate Communications, Inc.*‡ | | | (582,655 | ) | | | (58 | ) |
XRiver Corp.*‡ | | | (34,156 | ) | | | 0 | |
Zoom Video Communications, Inc., Class A* | | | (607 | ) | | | (80,488 | ) |
Zscaler, Inc.* | | | (1,050 | ) | | | (251,108 | ) |
| | | | | | | (6,664,288 | ) |
Materials—(0.0%) | | | | | | | | |
Mountain Province Diamonds, Inc.* | | | (4,735 | ) | | | (2,727 | ) |
Real Estate—(0.2%) | | | | | | | | |
Redfin Corp.* | | | (4,427 | ) | | | (95,756 | ) |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Proceeds $(25,613,066)) | | | | | | | (15,399,222 | ) |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS—(0.3%) | | | | | | | | |
Financials—(0.3%) | | | | | | | | |
iPath Series B S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN* | | | (7,574 | ) | | | (181,777 | ) |
TOTAL EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS (Proceeds $(198,145)) | | | | | | | (181,777 | ) |
TOTAL SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(23.5%) (Proceeds $(25,811,211)) | | | | | | | (15,580,999 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—9.2% | | | | | | | 6,108,136 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 66,428,003 | |
ADR | | American Depositary Receipt |
SDR | | Special Drawing Right |
PLC | | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
* | | Non-income producing. |
(a) | | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $8,935,292. |
(b) | | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
† | | Security position is either entirely or partially held in a segregated account as collateral for securities sold short. |
‡ | | Security has been valued at fair market value using significant unobservable inputs as determined in good faith by or under the direction of The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2022, these securities amounted to $(82) or 0.0% of net assets. |
| | |
| | Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | 3,423,300 | | | $ | 3,423,300 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 9,314,918 | | | | 8,999,149 | | | | 315,769 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 575,652 | | | | 575,652 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 4,575,341 | | | | 4,575,341 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 11,299,800 | | | | 11,299,800 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 12,590,099 | | | | 12,590,099 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 7,290,385 | | | | 7,072,300 | | | | 218,085 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 9,946,715 | | | | 9,946,715 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 1,590,943 | | | | 1,590,943 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 2,304,816 | | | | 2,304,816 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral | | | 9,178,187 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 9,178,187 | |
Purchased Option | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | 25,959 | | | | 25,959 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 3,784,751 | | | | 3,784,751 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 75,900,866 | | | $ | 66,188,825 | | | $ | 533,854 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 9,178,187 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Securities Sold Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | (950,056 | ) | | $ | (950,056 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | —** | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | (4,396,168 | ) | | | (4,396,168 | ) | | | — | | | | —** | | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | (1,091,334 | ) | | | (1,091,334 | ) | | | — | | | | —** | | | | — | |
Energy | | | (280,877 | ) | | | (280,876 | ) | | | (1 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | (1,183,711 | ) | | | (1,010,729 | ) | | | (172,981 | ) | | | (1 | ) | | | — | |
Industrials | | | (734,305 | ) | | | (734,285 | ) | | | — | | | | (20 | ) | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | (6,664,288 | ) | | | (6,664,227 | ) | | | — | | | | (61 | ) | | | — | |
Materials | | | (2,727 | ) | | | (2,727 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | (95,756 | ) | | | (95,756 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | | (181,777 | ) | | | (181,777 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (15,580,999 | ) | | $ | (15,407,935 | ) | | $ | (172,982 | ) | | $ | (82 | ) | | $ | — | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy included to reconcile to the amounts presented in the Portfolio of Investments. |
** | Value equals zero as of the end of the reporting period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
LONG POSITIONS—96.6% | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—96.0% | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services—8.6% | | | | | | | | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | | | 27,961 | | | $ | 2,278,821 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A* | | | 4,165 | | | | 11,250,248 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C* | | | 1,495 | | | | 4,033,241 | |
Charter Communications, Inc., Class A* | | | 2,645 | | | | 1,591,708 | |
Deutsche Telekom AG | | | 179,881 | | | | 3,224,317 | |
Gray Television, Inc.† | | | 293,334 | | | | 6,872,816 | |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.* | | | 15,876 | | | | 1,918,138 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A*† | | | 49,353 | | | | 10,414,964 | |
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Class A | | | 41,546 | | | | 7,688,087 | |
Omnicom Group, Inc. | | | 31,114 | | | | 2,610,153 | |
TEGNA, Inc. | | | 337,835 | | | | 7,743,178 | |
T-Mobile US, Inc.* | | | 31,470 | | | | 3,877,419 | |
Yelp, Inc.*† | | | 39,575 | | | | 1,341,197 | |
| | | | | | | 64,844,287 | |
Consumer Discretionary—9.5% | | | | | | | | |
AutoNation, Inc.* | | | 14,148 | | | | 1,622,210 | |
AutoZone, Inc.* | | | 2,955 | | | | 5,506,317 | |
Callaway Golf Co.*† | | | 123,441 | | | | 3,053,930 | |
Carter’s, Inc. | | | 16,379 | | | | 1,583,522 | |
Dollar General Corp. | | | 13,400 | | | | 2,657,756 | |
Flutter Entertainment PLC* | | | 30,931 | | | | 4,453,191 | |
Foot Locker, Inc. | | | 35,269 | | | | 1,115,206 | |
Garmin Ltd. | | | 30,412 | | | | 3,358,701 | |
GVC Holdings PLC* | | | 111,413 | | | | 2,504,848 | |
Harley-Davidson, Inc.† | | | 110,593 | | | | 4,567,491 | |
Hasbro, Inc. | | | 29,472 | | | | 2,860,258 | |
Kohl’s Corp. | | | 17,115 | | | | 951,936 | |
LKQ Corp. | | | 77,216 | | | | 3,625,291 | |
Melia Hotels International SA* | | | 25,255 | | | | 189,305 | |
Mohawk Industries, Inc.* | | | 8,772 | | | | 1,234,922 | |
Polaris, Inc. | | | 16,531 | | | | 2,008,682 | |
PVH Corp. | | | 7,420 | | | | 726,344 | |
Restaurant Brands International, Inc. | | | 39,366 | | | | 2,203,709 | |
Ross Stores, Inc. | | | 22,823 | | | | 2,085,794 | |
Sony Corp. - SP ADR | | | 9,358 | | | | 959,476 | |
Stride, Inc.*† | | | 131,747 | | | | 4,424,064 | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.† | | | 127,386 | | | | 4,205,012 | |
TJX Cos., Inc., (The) | | | 30,452 | | | | 2,012,877 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. | | | 59,622 | | | | 3,341,813 | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc.* | | | 6,011 | | | | 2,251,120 | |
Whirlpool Corp. | | | 14,197 | | | | 2,857,430 | |
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | | | 26,207 | | | | 2,264,547 | |
Wynn Macau Ltd.* | | | 3,181,400 | | | | 2,718,901 | |
| | | | | | | 71,344,653 | |
Consumer Staples—4.6% | | | | | | | | |
British American Tobacco PLC - SP ADR | | | 101,741 | | | | 4,501,022 | |
Coca-Cola European Partners PLC† | | | 31,627 | | | | 1,619,619 | |
Hershey Co., (The) | | | 13,912 | | | | 2,813,841 | |
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc. | | | 116,379 | | | | 4,500,376 | |
Nomad Foods Ltd.* | | | 130,865 | | | | 3,295,181 | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 26,351 | | | | 2,663,296 | |
Procter & Gamble Co., (The) | | | 34,971 | | | | 5,451,629 | |
SWEDISH MATCH* | | | 555,599 | | | | 4,039,062 | |
Turning Point Brands, Inc. | | | 57,194 | | | | 1,917,143 | |
US Foods Holding Corp.* | | | 88,427 | | | | 3,456,611 | |
| | | | | | | 34,257,780 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Energy—13.0% | | | | | | | | |
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. | | | 100,061 | | | $ | 5,586,406 | |
Cenovus Energy, Inc. | | | 538,371 | | | | 8,465,273 | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 57,206 | | | | 5,426,561 | |
Coterra Energy, Inc. | | | 125,263 | | | | 2,922,386 | |
Devon Energy Corp. | | | 124,454 | | | | 7,411,236 | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc.† | | | 39,655 | | | | 5,476,355 | |
Enerplus Corp. | | | 266,011 | | | | 3,399,904 | |
Halliburton Co.† | | | 137,761 | | | | 4,619,126 | |
HollyFrontier Corp.† | | | 71,925 | | | | 2,190,116 | |
Kosmos Energy Ltd.* | | | 808,598 | | | | 3,929,786 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 71,796 | | | | 5,590,755 | |
MEG Energy Corp.* | | | 326,004 | | | | 4,256,699 | |
Parex Resources, Inc. | | | 74,529 | | | | 1,643,460 | |
PDC Energy, Inc. | | | 90,161 | | | | 5,817,188 | |
Pioneer Natural Resources Co. | | | 23,166 | | | | 5,550,574 | |
Range Resources Corp.*† | | | 137,329 | | | | 3,151,701 | |
Schlumberger Ltd. | | | 139,277 | | | | 5,465,229 | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 67,842 | | | | 5,665,485 | |
Viper Energy Partners LP† | | | 128,196 | | | | 3,770,244 | |
Whitehaven Coal Ltd. | | | 1,040,171 | | | | 2,434,192 | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp. | | | 66,633 | | | | 4,920,847 | |
| | | | | | | 97,693,523 | |
Financials—15.4% | | | | | | | | |
Allstate Corp., (The)† | | | 22,884 | | | | 2,800,086 | |
American International Group, Inc.† | | | 27,595 | | | | 1,689,918 | |
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.† | | | 29,499 | | | | 8,843,506 | |
Aon PLC, Class A | | | 3,250 | | | | 949,455 | |
Bank of America Corp.† | | | 124,524 | | | | 5,503,961 | |
Bank of New York Mellon Corp., (The)† | | | 39,138 | | | | 2,080,185 | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B*† | | | 9,776 | | | | 3,142,495 | |
BNP Paribas SA | | | 28,280 | | | | 1,640,938 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. | | | 27,367 | | | | 4,194,540 | |
Charles Schwab Corp., (The) | | | 43,845 | | | | 3,703,149 | |
Citigroup, Inc.† | | | 65,875 | | | | 3,901,776 | |
DBS Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 43,100 | | | | 1,083,541 | |
Discover Financial Services† | | | 34,608 | | | | 4,272,012 | |
East West Bancorp, Inc. | | | 51,228 | | | | 4,485,524 | |
Everest Re Group Ltd. | | | 9,855 | | | | 2,938,958 | |
Fifth Third Bancorp† | | | 131,221 | | | | 6,277,613 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., (The)† | | | 9,052 | | | | 3,089,357 | |
Hana Financial Group, Inc. | | | 35,539 | | | | 1,443,874 | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc.† | | | 380,101 | | | | 5,899,168 | |
ING Groep NV | | | 196,713 | | | | 2,297,318 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co.† | | | 35,483 | | | | 5,031,489 | |
KeyCorp† | | | 234,303 | | | | 5,873,976 | |
Moody’s Corp. | | | 6,463 | | | | 2,081,280 | |
NatWest Group PLC | | | 526,747 | | | | 1,614,046 | |
Navient Corp.† | | | 52,310 | | | | 921,179 | |
Nordea Bank Abp | | | 229,798 | | | | 2,542,377 | |
Regions Financial Corp. | | | 83,673 | | | | 2,024,050 | |
Renaissance Holdings Ltd. | | | 9,236 | | | | 1,392,604 | |
S&P Global, Inc. | | | 4,676 | | | | 1,756,773 | |
SLM Corp.† | | | 173,277 | | | | 3,413,557 | |
Synchrony Financial | | | 82,136 | | | | 3,513,778 | |
Truist Financial Corp.† | | | 86,637 | | | | 5,390,554 | |
UBS Group AG | | | 101,589 | | | | 1,842,825 | |
United Overseas Bank Ltd. | | | 78,000 | | | | 1,733,580 | |
Wells Fargo & Co.† | | | 127,863 | | | | 6,824,048 | |
| | | | | | | 116,193,490 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Health Care—12.7% | | | | | | | | |
Abbott Laboratories† | | | 17,730 | | | $ | 2,138,593 | |
AbbVie, Inc.† | | | 62,815 | | | | 9,282,173 | |
Amedisys, Inc.* | | | 5,867 | | | | 940,128 | |
AmerisourceBergen Corp. | | | 3,159 | | | | 450,252 | |
Amgen, Inc. | | | 21,418 | | | | 4,850,749 | |
Anthem, Inc.† | | | 4,857 | | | | 2,194,635 | |
AstraZeneca PLC | | | 20,566 | | | | 2,499,736 | |
Avantor, Inc.*† | | | 97,012 | | | | 3,365,346 | |
Boston Scientific Corp.*† | | | 49,946 | | | | 2,206,115 | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 14,762 | | | | 1,013,707 | |
Centene Corp.* | | | 40,456 | | | | 3,342,475 | |
Cigna Corp.† | | | 12,730 | | | | 3,026,939 | |
CVS Health Corp.† | | | 46,519 | | | | 4,821,694 | |
Envista Holdings Corp.* | | | 48,191 | | | | 2,313,168 | |
HCA Healthcare, Inc. | | | 13,817 | | | | 3,458,533 | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 6,245 | | | | 2,712,328 | |
ICON PLC* | | | 9,717 | | | | 2,312,743 | |
IQVIA Holdings, Inc.* | | | 8,958 | | | | 2,061,415 | |
Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC* | | | 1,715 | | | | 235,675 | |
Johnson & Johnson† | | | 26,929 | | | | 4,431,706 | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 30,889 | | | | 3,243,036 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 3,807 | | | | 291,540 | |
Molina Healthcare, Inc.* | | | 1,356 | | | | 416,116 | |
Novartis AG - SP ADR | | | 14,594 | | | | 1,276,391 | |
Novo Nordisk A/S, Class B | | | 23,626 | | | | 2,444,900 | |
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics Holdings PLC* | | | 68,520 | | | | 1,212,119 | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 14,295 | | | | 671,007 | |
R1 RCM, Inc.* | | | 43,431 | | | | 1,180,889 | |
Sanofi | | | 27,723 | | | | 2,897,963 | |
Sotera Health Co.* | | | 91,248 | | | | 1,995,594 | |
Stryker Corp. | | | 7,795 | | | | 2,052,813 | |
Syneos Health, Inc.* | | | 6,727 | | | | 532,778 | |
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. | | | 11,444 | | | | 6,225,536 | |
UCB SA | | | 16,502 | | | | 1,800,980 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | | | 16,558 | | | | 7,879,456 | |
Universal Health Services, Inc., Class B | | | 3,277 | | | | 471,659 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 24,177 | | | | 3,075,073 | |
| | | | | | | 95,325,960 | |
Industrials—12.0% | | | | | | | | |
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. | | | 44,513 | | | | 5,195,557 | |
AGCO Corp. | | | 20,878 | | | | 2,508,701 | |
Allegion PLC | | | 27,089 | | | | 3,102,232 | |
Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc.† | | | 24,193 | | | | 966,268 | |
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. | | | 17,397 | | | | 738,851 | |
AMETEK, Inc.† | | | 8,661 | | | | 1,124,111 | |
ASGN, Inc.* | | | 32,108 | | | | 3,557,245 | |
Boeing Co., (The)* | | | 7,822 | | | | 1,606,169 | |
BWX Technologies, Inc. | | | 57,518 | | | | 3,072,612 | |
Canadian National Railway Co. | | | 40,053 | | | | 4,966,171 | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | | | 12,948 | | | | 2,428,786 | |
Clean Harbors, Inc.* | | | 32,655 | | | | 3,116,267 | |
Deere & Co. | | | 6,905 | | | | 2,485,938 | |
Dover Corp.† | | | 7,807 | | | | 1,224,606 | |
Eaton Corp., PLC† | | | 6,036 | | | | 931,294 | |
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. | | | 25,233 | | | | 2,608,083 | |
General Dynamics Corp. | | | 10,828 | | | | 2,538,625 | |
Hexcel Corp. | | | 40,115 | | | | 2,322,659 | |
Howmet Aerospace, Inc. | | | 72,082 | | | | 2,589,185 | |
Landstar System, Inc. | | | 17,784 | | | | 2,746,027 | |
Leidos Holdings, Inc.† | | | 41,387 | | | | 4,214,852 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Industrials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Maxar Technologies, Inc. | | | 15,917 | | | $ | 516,347 | |
Middleby Corp., (The)*† | | | 17,151 | | | | 3,046,361 | |
Norfolk Southern Corp. | | | 9,817 | | | | 2,518,257 | |
Oshkosh Corp. | | | 12,681 | | | | 1,408,098 | |
Otis Worldwide Corp. | | | 24,435 | | | | 1,913,994 | |
Pagegroup PLC | | | 393,984 | | | | 2,993,930 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp.† | | | 3,153 | | | | 934,518 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. | | | 10,090 | | | | 1,617,932 | |
Resideo Technologies, Inc.* | | | 95,799 | | | | 2,465,866 | |
Robert Half International, Inc.† | | | 16,683 | | | | 2,006,798 | |
Science Applications International Corp. | | | 53,187 | | | | 4,663,968 | |
Sensata Technologies Holding PLC* | | | 28,887 | | | | 1,672,846 | |
Teleperformance | | | 4,614 | | | | 1,712,086 | |
Textron, Inc. | | | 18,996 | | | | 1,389,177 | |
Union Pacific Corp. | | | 1,226 | | | | 301,535 | |
Vertiv Holdings Co. | | | 75,371 | | | | 981,330 | |
WESCO International, Inc.* | | | 25,890 | | | | 3,151,590 | |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. | | | 27,419 | | | | 2,545,032 | |
| | | | | | | 89,883,904 | |
Information Technology—13.5% | | | | | | | | |
Amdocs Ltd.† | | | 35,041 | | | | 2,757,727 | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 33,026 | | | | 4,432,089 | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.*† | | | 14,797 | | | | 1,803,458 | |
Broadcom, Inc. | | | 7,407 | | | | 4,351,168 | |
Capgemini SA | | | 20,567 | | | | 4,305,291 | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.* | | | 31,851 | | | | 4,614,573 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc.† | | | 107,927 | | | | 6,019,089 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A | | 65,469 | | | | 5,638,845 | |
Concentrix Corp. | | | 27,261 | | | | 5,449,201 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 22,826 | | | | 2,173,720 | |
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.* | | | 23,114 | | | | 5,413,299 | |
Flex Ltd.*† | | | 208,011 | | | | 3,430,101 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 17,843 | | | | 2,379,899 | |
Jabil, Inc.† | | | 69,873 | | | | 4,039,358 | |
KLA-Tencor Corp. | | | 8,174 | | | | 2,848,639 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. | | | 47,799 | | | | 4,247,419 | |
Microsoft Corp.† | | | 22,220 | | | | 6,639,114 | |
NetApp, Inc. | | | 49,104 | | | | 3,848,772 | |
NortonLifeLock, Inc.† | | | 192,525 | | | | 5,579,374 | |
NXP Semiconductors NV | | | 12,531 | | | | 2,382,394 | |
Oracle Corp.† | | | 32,261 | | | | 2,450,868 | |
Qorvo, Inc.* | | | 30,370 | | | | 4,154,009 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | | | 33,656 | | | | 5,788,495 | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | | | 31,807 | | | | 1,916,480 | |
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. | | | 62,139 | | | | 4,658,561 | |
Western Digital Corp.* | | | 11,305 | | | | 575,877 | |
| | | | | | | 101,897,820 | |
Materials—5.5% | | | | | | | | |
Avery Dennison Corp. | | | 10,208 | | | | 1,798,649 | |
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.* | | | 132,270 | | | | 3,576,581 | |
Cabot Corp. | | | 6,489 | | | | 474,735 | |
Corteva, Inc.† | | | 95,659 | | | | 4,977,138 | |
Crown Holdings, Inc. | | | 28,951 | | | | 3,551,419 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. | | | 79,516 | | | | 6,152,153 | |
Ferroglobe PLC* | | | 336,890 | | | | 2,637,849 | |
FMC Corp. | | | 15,213 | | | | 1,783,724 | |
Graphic Packaging Holding Co. | | | 48,339 | | | | 994,817 | |
Linde PLC | | | 6,424 | | | | 1,883,774 | |
Mosaic Co., (The)† | | | 49,952 | | | | 2,618,983 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Materials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., (The) | | | 17,665 | | | $ | 2,474,160 | |
Tronox Holdings PLC, Class A | | | 129,734 | | | | 2,633,600 | |
Valvoline, Inc.† | | | 111,742 | | | | 3,612,619 | |
West Fraser Timber Co., Ltd. | | | 23,614 | | | | 2,357,115 | |
| | | | | | | 41,527,316 | |
Real Estate—1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Americold Realty Trust | | | 63,522 | | | | 1,697,308 | |
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.*† | | | 125,075 | | | | 2,285,120 | |
Klepierre SA* | | | 38,908 | | | | 1,112,171 | |
Lamar Advertising Co., Class A | | | 16,436 | | | | 1,792,510 | |
Ventas, Inc. | | | 44,446 | | | | 2,400,084 | |
| | | | | | | 9,287,193 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $489,623,983) | | | | | | | 722,255,926 | |
WARRANTS—0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Energy—0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Vista Oil & Gas SAB de CV * | | | 4,959,034 | | | | 968,514 | |
TOTAL WARRANTS (Cost $744,008) | | | | | | | 968,514 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—0.5% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 3,404,931 | | | | 3,404,931 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $3,404,931) | | | | | | | 3,404,931 | |
TOTAL LONG POSITIONS—96.6% (Cost $493,772,922) | | | | | | | 726,629,371 | |
SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(30.5%) | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—(30.5%) | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services—(1.7%) | | | | | | | | |
Angi, Inc.* | | | (265,012 | ) | | | (1,825,933 | ) |
Cable One, Inc. | | | (1,286 | ) | | | (1,842,645 | ) |
Genius Sports Ltd.* | | | (137,997 | ) | | | (779,683 | ) |
Lions Gate Entertainment Corp.,Class A* | | | (115,626 | ) | | | (1,776,015 | ) |
New York Times Co., (The), Class A | | | (36,030 | ) | | | (1,584,960 | ) |
Pinterest, Inc., Class A* | | | (72,269 | ) | | | (1,933,196 | ) |
Proximus SADP | | | (74,471 | ) | | | (1,480,508 | ) |
ROBLOX Corp., Class A* | | | (24,392 | ) | | | (1,257,895 | ) |
| | | | | | | (12,480,835 | ) |
Consumer Discretionary—(5.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Adient PLC* | | | (68,648 | ) | | | (3,071,998 | ) |
Big Lots, Inc. | | | (30,318 | ) | | | (1,053,854 | ) |
Carvana Co.* | | | (7,741 | ) | | | (1,164,788 | ) |
Chewy, Inc., Class A* | | | (51,912 | ) | | | (2,447,132 | ) |
Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. | | | (13,594 | ) | | | (1,427,370 | ) |
Farfetch Ltd., Class A* | | | (50,092 | ) | | | (954,253 | ) |
Five Below, Inc.* | | | (10,320 | ) | | | (1,688,455 | ) |
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., Class A* | | | (21,584 | ) | | | (2,074,654 | ) |
Hyatt Hotels Corp., Class A* | | | (21,007 | ) | | | (2,039,990 | ) |
Luminar Technologies, Inc.* | | | (137,378 | ) | | | (1,927,413 | ) |
Moncler SpA | | | (23,621 | ) | | | (1,418,446 | ) |
Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd. | | | (214,400 | ) | | | (3,346,560 | ) |
National Vision Holdings, Inc.* | | | (21,547 | ) | | | (790,129 | ) |
On Holding AG, Class A* | | | (35,659 | ) | | | (868,297 | ) |
Rakuten Group, Inc. | | | (220,800 | ) | | | (1,876,938 | ) |
Revolve Group, Inc.* | | | (31,536 | ) | | | (1,495,753 | ) |
Shake Shack, Inc., Class A* | | | (9,386 | ) | | | (701,322 | ) |
Shimano, Inc. | | | (6,300 | ) | | | (1,467,067 | ) |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. | | | (14,006 | ) | | | (1,329,310 | ) |
VF Corp. | | | (27,465 | ) | | | (1,593,519 | ) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Consumer Discretionary—(continued) |
Warby Parker, Inc., Class A* | | | (31,610 | ) | | $ | (946,087 | ) |
Whitbread PLC* | | | (66,784 | ) | | | (2,606,949 | ) |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. | | | (8,934 | ) | | | (1,294,179 | ) |
Wingstop, Inc. | | | (9,283 | ) | | | (1,349,284 | ) |
WW International, Inc.* | | | (30,154 | ) | | | (307,269 | ) |
Yum China Holdings, Inc. | | | (20,537 | ) | | | (1,068,335 | ) |
| | | | | | | (40,309,351 | ) |
Consumer Staples—(2.4%) |
B&G Foods, Inc. | | | (63,185 | ) | | | (1,870,276 | ) |
Beyond Meat, Inc.* | | | (26,426 | ) | | | (1,236,208 | ) |
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. | | | (32,364 | ) | | | (1,432,754 | ) |
Campbell Soup Co. | | | (38,968 | ) | | | (1,752,391 | ) |
Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Holdings, Inc. | | | (195,500 | ) | | | (2,489,088 | ) |
Freshpet, Inc.* | | | (18,876 | ) | | | (1,797,561 | ) |
Hormel Foods Corp. | | | (47,159 | ) | | | (2,246,655 | ) |
Oatly Group AB - ADR* | | | (325,936 | ) | | | (2,200,068 | ) |
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.* | | | (63,686 | ) | | | (1,813,777 | ) |
Tattooed Chef, Inc.* | | | (131,818 | ) | | | (1,600,271 | ) |
| | | | | | | (18,439,049 | ) |
Energy—(1.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Baker Hughes Co. | | | (36,780 | ) | | | (1,080,596 | ) |
Dril-Quip, Inc.* | | | (65,520 | ) | | | (1,889,597 | ) |
Gevo, Inc.* | | | (460,547 | ) | | | (1,634,942 | ) |
Neste Oyj | | | (23,674 | ) | | | (923,161 | ) |
New Fortress Energy, Inc. | | | (151,200 | ) | | | (4,171,608 | ) |
NOV, Inc. | | | (61,848 | ) | | | (1,060,693 | ) |
| | | | | | | (10,760,597 | ) |
Financials—(3.2%) | | | | | | | | |
Ashmore Group PLC | | | (301,257 | ) | | | (1,008,536 | ) |
B Riley Financial, Inc. | | | (35,589 | ) | | | (2,119,325 | ) |
Credit Suisse Group AG | | | (77,171 | ) | | | (646,470 | ) |
CVB Financial Corp. | | | (145,001 | ) | | | (3,419,124 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | (32,035 | ) | | | (395,466 | ) |
eHealth, Inc.* | | | (7,201 | ) | | | (111,903 | ) |
Goosehead Insurance, Inc., Class A | | | (9,236 | ) | | | (803,347 | ) |
Hang Seng Bank Ltd. | | | (177,100 | ) | | | (3,265,917 | ) |
Hargreaves Lansdown PLC | | | (59,869 | ) | | | (907,393 | ) |
Independent Bank Corp. | | | (6,984 | ) | | | (600,694 | ) |
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. | | | (7,051 | ) | | | (1,479,018 | ) |
SoFi Technologies, Inc.* | | | (264,518 | ) | | | (3,028,731 | ) |
Trustmark Corp. | | | (33,771 | ) | | | (1,063,449 | ) |
United Bankshares, Inc. | | | (89,959 | ) | | | (3,294,299 | ) |
WisdomTree Investments, Inc. | | | (296,439 | ) | | | (1,668,951 | ) |
| | | | | | | (23,812,623 | ) |
Health Care—(2.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Align Technology, Inc.* | | | (1,057 | ) | | | (540,613 | ) |
Alignment Healthcare, Inc.* | | | (40,304 | ) | | | (340,166 | ) |
Allogene Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | (28,745 | ) | | | (263,017 | ) |
Ambu A/S, Class B | | | (28,450 | ) | | | (524,640 | ) |
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | (19,960 | ) | | | (848,899 | ) |
Cassava Sciences, Inc.* | | | (16,801 | ) | | | (714,211 | ) |
CureVac NV* | | | (68,162 | ) | | | (1,146,485 | ) |
Definitive Healthcare Corp.* | | | (46,618 | ) | | | (1,077,808 | ) |
Exact Sciences Corp.* | | | (11,247 | ) | | | (877,941 | ) |
Figs, Inc., Class A* | | | (41,673 | ) | | | (684,687 | ) |
Gerresheimer AG | | | (15,075 | ) | | | (1,083,828 | ) |
Glaukos Corp.* | | | (14,082 | ) | | | (778,875 | ) |
Global Blood Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | (32,332 | ) | | | (976,426 | ) |
GoodRx Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | (19,442 | ) | | | (532,711 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 39
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Health Care—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
Guardant Health, Inc.* | | | (12,349 | ) | | $ | (818,368 | ) |
Idorsia Ltd.* | | | (47,421 | ) | | | (948,465 | ) |
Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | (47,128 | ) | | | (152,695 | ) |
Oxford Nanopore Technologies PLC* | | | (152,884 | ) | | | (940,807 | ) |
Phreesia, Inc.* | | | (23,255 | ) | | | (716,021 | ) |
Progyny, Inc.* | | | (23,985 | ) | | | (944,050 | ) |
Royalty Pharma PLC, Class A | | | (23,632 | ) | | | (927,792 | ) |
Teladoc Health, Inc.* | | | (11,721 | ) | | | (889,741 | ) |
Twist Bioscience Corp.* | | | (14,944 | ) | | | (835,967 | ) |
Verve Therapeutics, Inc.* | | | (25,432 | ) | | | (830,355 | ) |
| | | | | | | (18,394,568 | ) |
Industrials—(6.5%) | | | | | | | | |
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.* | | | (24,077 | ) | | | (1,886,674 | ) |
CAE, Inc.* | | | (145,411 | ) | | | (3,890,246 | ) |
Chart Industries, Inc.* | | | (18,434 | ) | | | (2,661,870 | ) |
Custom Truck One Source, Inc.* | | | (232,867 | ) | | | (1,830,335 | ) |
Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.* | | | (117,937 | ) | | | (2,188,911 | ) |
Enerpac Tool Group Corp. | | | (44,245 | ) | | | (763,226 | ) |
Frontier Group Holdings, Inc.* | | | (273,347 | ) | | | (3,520,709 | ) |
General Electric Co. | | | (29,207 | ) | | | (2,789,561 | ) |
Gibraltar Industries, Inc.* | | | (16,223 | ) | | | (783,895 | ) |
Healthcare Services Group, Inc. | | | (37,547 | ) | | | (593,994 | ) |
Joby Aviation, Inc.* | | | (389,437 | ) | | | (2,001,706 | ) |
MSA Safety, Inc. | | | (16,490 | ) | | | (2,293,759 | ) |
Nielsen Holdings PLC | | | (119,767 | ) | | | (2,086,341 | ) |
Proto Labs, Inc.* | | | (37,817 | ) | | | (2,126,450 | ) |
Qantas Airways Ltd.* | | | (468,894 | ) | | | (1,737,478 | ) |
Rockwell Automation, Inc. | | | (3,275 | ) | | | (873,049 | ) |
Spirit Airlines, Inc.* | | | (140,886 | ) | | | (3,533,421 | ) |
Tecnoglass, Inc. | | | (174,018 | ) | | | (3,572,590 | ) |
TuSimple Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | (75,601 | ) | | | (1,316,969 | ) |
United Airlines Holdings, Inc.* | | | (78,750 | ) | | | (3,496,500 | ) |
Wheels Up Experience, Inc.* | | | (424,824 | ) | | | (1,491,132 | ) |
Xinyi Glass Holdings Ltd. | | | (1,197,000 | ) | | | (3,188,500 | ) |
| | | | | | | (48,627,316 | ) |
Information Technology—(3.3%) | | | | | | | | |
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.* | | | (34,925 | ) | | | (1,001,300 | ) |
Appfolio, Inc., Class A* | | | (19,692 | ) | | | (2,227,953 | ) |
BlackBerry Ltd.* | | | (287,568 | ) | | | (1,975,592 | ) |
DocuSign, Inc.* | | | (16,379 | ) | | | (1,939,765 | ) |
Duck Creek Technologies, Inc.* | | | (48,998 | ) | | | (1,150,473 | ) |
Itron, Inc.* | | | (24,630 | ) | | | (1,174,112 | ) |
Jamf Holding Corp.* | | | (64,001 | ) | | | (2,189,474 | ) |
Landis+Gyr Group AG* | | | (23,749 | ) | | | (1,551,320 | ) |
Melexis NV | | | (20,818 | ) | | | (1,900,320 | ) |
Palantir Technologies, Inc., Class A* | | | (152,194 | ) | | | (1,803,499 | ) |
Procore Technologies, Inc.* | | | (38,384 | ) | | | (2,502,253 | ) |
WiseTech Global Ltd. | | | (87,003 | ) | | | (2,785,494 | ) |
Xinyi Solar Holdings Ltd. | | | (1,352,000 | ) | | | (2,455,729 | ) |
| | | | | | | (24,657,284 | ) |
Materials—(3.1%) | | | | | | | | |
Allegheny Technologies, Inc.* | | | (107,938 | ) | | | (2,778,324 | ) |
Antofagasta PLC | | | (78,709 | ) | | | (1,593,697 | ) |
BillerudKorsnas AB | | | (52,744 | ) | | | (739,828 | ) |
Compass Minerals International, Inc. | | | (26,817 | ) | | | (1,572,013 | ) |
Diversey Holdings Ltd.* | | | (148,861 | ) | | | (1,424,600 | ) |
KGHM Polska Miedz SA | | | (77,266 | ) | | | (3,034,003 | ) |
Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. | | | (274,100 | ) | | | (2,616,341 | ) |
PureCycle Technologies, Inc.* | | | (153,615 | ) | | | (1,069,160 | ) |
Ranpak Holdings Corp.* | | | (46,555 | ) | | | (1,126,631 | ) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Materials—(continued) | | | | | | | | |
RPM International, Inc. | | | (22,204 | ) | | $ | (1,877,792 | ) |
Southern Copper Corp. | | | (55,381 | ) | | | (3,842,888 | ) |
Standard Lithium Ltd.* | | | (145,757 | ) | | | (944,505 | ) |
Yara International ASA | | | (18,521 | ) | | | (943,273 | ) |
| | | | | | | (23,563,055 | ) |
Real Estate—(0.8%) | | | | | | | | |
Howard Hughes Corp., (The)* | | | (21,371 | ) | | | (2,042,640 | ) |
KE Holdings, Inc. - ADR* | | | (16,622 | ) | | | (322,633 | ) |
Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. | | | (22,477 | ) | | | (1,576,312 | ) |
SL Green Realty Corp. | | | (28,127 | ) | | | (2,236,633 | ) |
| | | | | | | (6,178,218 | ) |
Utilities—(0.3%) | | | | | | | | |
Neoen SA* | | | (27,455 | ) | | | (1,060,817 | ) |
Spire, Inc. | | | (21,736 | ) | | | (1,458,703 | ) |
| | | | | | | (2,519,520 | ) |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Proceeds $(257,638,505)) | | | | | | | (229,742,416 | ) |
TOTAL SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(30.5%) (Proceeds $(257,638,505)) | | | | | | | (229,742,416 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—33.9% | | | | | | | 255,016,831 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | $ | 751,903,786 | |
ADR | | American Depositary Receipt |
PLC | | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
LP | | Limited Partnership |
* | | Non-income producing. |
(a) | | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
† | | Security position is either entirely or partially held in a segregated account as collateral for securities sold short. |
| | |
| | Industry classifications may be different than those used for compliance monitoring purposes. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
40 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| |
Contracts For Difference held by the Fund at February 28, 2022, are as follows: | |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
International Game Technology | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | % | | Monthly | | | 113,766 | | | $ | 3,483,515 | | | $ | 105,248 | |
Total Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 3,483,515 | | | | 105,248 | |
Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Australia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Commonwealth Bank of Australia | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (46,255 | ) | | $ | (3,139,793 | ) | | $ | 202,114 | |
Belgium | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Umicore SA | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.49 | | | Monthly | | | (62,048 | ) | | | (2,552,577 | ) | | | (197,567 | ) |
Brazil | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ultrapar Participacoes SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (979,900 | ) | | | (2,894,982 | ) | | | (29,910 | ) |
Canada | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cargojet, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.25 | | | Monthly | | | (30,638 | ) | | | (4,428,552 | ) | | | 35,775 | |
China | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
SKSHU Paint Co., Ltd., Class A | | HSBC | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (74,032 | ) | | | (1,041,437 | ) | | | 236,946 | |
Germany | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.49 | | | Monthly | | | (201,773 | ) | | | (2,547,445 | ) | | | 623,137 | |
Indonesia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bank Rakyat Indonesia Perser | | Citigroup | | 03/30/2022 | | | 0.07 | | | Monthly | | | (6,939,800 | ) | | | (2,197,821 | ) | | | (48,315 | ) |
Japan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.02 | | | Monthly | | | (14,300 | ) | | | (926,673 | ) | | | 39,677 | |
Saudi Arabia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Saudi Arabian Oil Co. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (363,029 | ) | | | (4,020,539 | ) | | | (412,497 | ) |
South Korea | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Posco Chemical Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (8,914 | ) | | | (841,468 | ) | | | (31,885 | ) |
Sillajen, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (307,496 | ) | | | (814,864 | ) | | | 2,270,671 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,656,332 | ) | | | 2,238,786 | |
Sweden | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Telia Co., AB | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.07 | | | Monthly | | | (438,711 | ) | | | (1,635,645 | ) | | | 108,079 | |
Switzerland | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Credit Suisse Group AG | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.72 | | | Monthly | | | (256,369 | ) | | | (2,168,136 | ) | | | 184,293 | |
Vat Group AG | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | -0.72 | | | Monthly | | | (4,176 | ) | | | (1,586,434 | ) | | | 4,036 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (3,754,570 | ) | | | 188,329 | |
Taiwan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Acer, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (1,841,000 | ) | | | (1,891,235 | ) | | | (10,031 | ) |
Advantech Co., Ltd. | | Macquarie | | 09/19/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (156,000 | ) | | | (2,039,379 | ) | | | 92,929 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (3,930,614 | ) | | | 82,898 | |
United Kingdom | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Domino’s Pizza Group PLC | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (243,286 | ) | | | (1,191,251 | ) | | | 50,912 | |
Pearson PLC | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (148,937 | ) | | | (1,294,705 | ) | | | (35,966 | ) |
Whitbread PLC | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (17,938 | ) | | | (703,630 | ) | | | 72,432 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (3,189,586 | ) | | | 87,378 | |
United States | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (9,085 | ) | | | (1,720,699 | ) | | | (38,418 | ) |
Appian Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (30,288 | ) | | | (1,846,356 | ) | | | (116,994 | ) |
Bank of Hawaii Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (36,285 | ) | | | (3,127,041 | ) | | | 88,746 | |
Blackline, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (28,588 | ) | | | (2,152,962 | ) | | | 108,527 | |
Ceridian HCM Holding, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (25,599 | ) | | | (1,866,423 | ) | | | (31,062 | ) |
Commerce Bancshares, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (49,751 | ) | | | (3,571,127 | ) | | | 329 | |
Community Bank System, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (46,104 | ) | | | (3,362,826 | ) | | | 15,976 | |
Compass Minerals International, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (15,951 | ) | | | (935,048 | ) | | | (65,281 | ) |
Credit Acceptance Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,311 | ) | | | (2,921,687 | ) | | | (13,866 | ) |
Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (26,729 | ) | | | (3,761,572 | ) | | | 137,738 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 41
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Ecolab, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (4,600 | ) | | | (810,796 | ) | | | 32,114 | |
Enerpac Tool Group Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (44,904 | ) | | | (774,594 | ) | | | 12,536 | |
Extra Space Storage, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (6,231 | ) | | | (1,172,363 | ) | | | 25,055 | |
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (72,636 | ) | | | (3,480,717 | ) | | | (1,617 | ) |
Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc., Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (14,975 | ) | | | (1,431,910 | ) | | | 186,363 | |
Fulgent Genetics, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (7,877 | ) | | | (490,737 | ) | | | 32,957 | |
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (47,664 | ) | | | (2,640,586 | ) | | | (61,132 | ) |
GoodRx Holdings, Inc., Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (2,464 | ) | | | (67,514 | ) | | | 4,372 | |
Greif, Inc., Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (42,508 | ) | | | (2,443,785 | ) | | | 158,432 | |
Guidewire Software, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (24,964 | ) | | | (2,200,577 | ) | | | 208,335 | |
Hamilton Lane, Inc., Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (25,160 | ) | | | (1,964,996 | ) | | | 56,767 | |
Independent Bank Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (15,998 | ) | | | (1,375,988 | ) | | | 20,091 | |
Lennox International, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,422 | ) | | | (1,447,294 | ) | | | (9,762 | ) |
Myriad Genetics, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (35,995 | ) | | | (877,558 | ) | | | 99,660 | |
National Beverage Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (35,412 | ) | | | (1,558,482 | ) | | | 25,422 | |
Novanta, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (18,382 | ) | | | (2,511,533 | ) | | | 27,453 | |
Okta, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (10,872 | ) | | | (1,987,836 | ) | | | 136,778 | |
Papa John’s International, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (12,681 | ) | | | (1,354,584 | ) | | | 125,091 | |
Q2 Holdings, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (33,710 | ) | | | (2,192,836 | ) | | | 38,662 | |
Quaker Chemical Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (8,022 | ) | | | (1,488,963 | ) | | | 184,668 | |
Rite Aid Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (46,394 | ) | | | (424,969 | ) | | | 57,005 | |
RLI Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (22,602 | ) | | | (2,294,103 | ) | | | (24,291 | ) |
Twitter, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (45,401 | ) | | | (1,614,006 | ) | | | 64,844 | |
Vail Resorts, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (3,028 | ) | | | (788,945 | ) | | | 52,284 | |
Westamerica Bancorporation | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (54,795 | ) | | | (3,250,439 | ) | | | 32,722 | |
Wolfspeed, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (23,018 | ) | | | (2,364,409 | ) | | | 98,171 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (68,276,261 | ) | | | 1,668,675 | |
Total Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (106,192,827 | ) | | | 4,823,505 | |
Net unrealized gain/(loss) on Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 4,928,753 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
42 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | 64,844,287 | | | $ | 61,619,970 | | | $ | 3,224,317 | | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 71,344,653 | | | | 61,478,408 | | | | 9,866,245 | | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | 34,257,780 | | | | 30,218,718 | | | | 4,039,062 | | | | — | |
Energy | | | 97,693,523 | | | | 95,259,331 | | | | 2,434,192 | | | | — | |
Financials | | | 116,193,490 | | | | 103,837,816 | | | | 12,355,674 | | | | — | |
Health Care | | | 95,325,960 | | | | 85,682,381 | | | | 9,643,579 | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 89,883,904 | | | | 85,177,888 | | | | 4,706,016 | | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | 101,897,820 | | | | 95,676,049 | | | | 6,221,771 | | | | — | |
Materials | | | 41,527,316 | | | | 41,527,316 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 9,287,193 | | | | 8,175,022 | | | | 1,112,171 | | | | — | |
Warrants | | | 968,514 | | | | — | | | | 968,514 | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 3,404,931 | | | | 3,404,931 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | 6,057,347 | | | | 3,786,676 | | | | — | | | | 2,270,671 | |
Total Assets | | $ | 732,686,718 | | | $ | 675,844,506 | | | $ | 54,571,541 | | | $ | 2,270,671 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Securities Sold Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services | | $ | (12,480,835 | ) | | $ | (11,000,327 | ) | | $ | (1,480,508 | ) | | $ | — | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | (40,309,351 | ) | | | (29,593,391 | ) | | | (10,715,960 | ) | | | — | |
Consumer Staples | | | (18,439,049 | ) | | | (15,949,961 | ) | | | (2,489,088 | ) | | | — | |
Energy | | | (10,760,597 | ) | | | (9,837,436 | ) | | | (923,161 | ) | | | — | |
Financials | | | (23,812,623 | ) | | | (17,588,841 | ) | | | (6,223,782 | ) | | | — | |
Health Care | | | (18,394,568 | ) | | | (14,896,828 | ) | | | (3,497,740 | ) | | | — | |
Industrials | | | (48,627,316 | ) | | | (43,701,338 | ) | | | (4,925,978 | ) | | | — | |
Information Technology | | | (24,657,284 | ) | | | (15,964,421 | ) | | | (8,692,863 | ) | | | — | |
Materials | | | (23,563,055 | ) | | | (14,635,913 | ) | | | (8,927,142 | ) | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | (6,178,218 | ) | | | (6,178,218 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Utilities | | | (2,519,520 | ) | | | (2,519,520 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | (1,128,594 | ) | | | (1,128,594 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (230,871,010 | ) | | $ | (182,994,788 | ) | | $ | (47,876,222 | ) | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 43
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
LONG POSITIONS—99.2% | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—89.8% | | | | | | |
Austria—0.7% | | | | | | |
Andritz AG | | | 16,672 | | | $ | 747,394 | |
Bermuda—2.2% | | | | | | | | |
Everest Re Group Ltd.† | | | 8,194 | | | | 2,443,615 | |
Canada—5.9% | | | | | | | | |
Cenovus Energy, Inc. | | | 226,473 | | | | 3,561,031 | |
Kinross Gold Corp. | | | 181,827 | | | | 906,625 | |
Yamana Gold, Inc. | | | 420,027 | | | | 2,058,132 | |
| | | | | | | 6,525,788 | |
China—0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Angang Steel Co., Ltd., Class H | | | 902,000 | | | | 448,552 | |
Finland—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Metso Outotec Oyj | | | 89,706 | | | | 755,736 | |
France—5.4% | | | | | | | | |
Airbus Group SE | | | 7,887 | | | | 1,007,007 | |
Imerys SA | | | 20,655 | | | | 881,098 | |
Rexel SA | | | 60,834 | | | | 1,338,828 | |
Sanofi | | | 25,631 | | | | 2,679,280 | |
| | | | | | | 5,906,213 | |
Germany—3.5% | | | | | | | | |
Deutsche Telekom AG | | | 66,560 | | | | 1,193,069 | |
Rheinmetall AG | | | 7,289 | | | | 1,084,920 | |
Siemens AG | | | 10,993 | | | | 1,548,724 | |
| | | | | | | 3,826,713 | |
Hong Kong—0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Topsports International Holdings Ltd. | | | 475,000 | | | | 493,776 | |
India—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
HDFC Bank Ltd. - ADR† | | | 12,876 | | | | 800,501 | |
Ireland—1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Flutter Entertainment PLC* | | | 7,640 | | | | 1,099,944 | |
Italy—0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Enel SpA | | | 114,246 | | | | 841,874 | |
Japan—6.4% | | | | | | | | |
Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 29,700 | | | | 1,198,080 | |
Fuji Corp. | | | 35,900 | | | | 730,042 | |
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 39,100 | | | | 1,187,893 | |
Komatsu Ltd. | | | 12,600 | | | | 289,850 | |
Renesas Electronics Corp.* | | | 66,200 | | | | 779,883 | |
Sony Group Corp. | | | 5,600 | | | | 572,164 | |
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd. | | | 37,400 | | | | 906,231 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. | | | 22,200 | | | | 787,262 | |
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. | | | 23,500 | | | | 528,271 | |
| | | | | | | 6,979,676 | |
Macao—0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Wynn Macau Ltd.* | | | 258,800 | | | | 221,177 | |
Netherlands—2.1% | | | | | | | | |
NXP Semiconductors NV†# | | | 2,882 | | | | 547,926 | |
Stellantis NV | | | 97,784 | | | | 1,783,466 | |
| | | | | | | 2,331,392 | |
South Korea—4.2% | | | | | | | | |
Hana Financial Group, Inc. | | | 14,882 | | | | 604,624 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. | | | 16,786 | | | | 828,128 | |
POSCO | | | 2,406 | | | | 572,445 | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | | | 28,580 | | | | 1,722,042 | |
SK Square Co., Ltd.* | | | 11,194 | | | | 519,504 | |
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. | | | 7,267 | | | | 331,596 | |
| | | | | | | 4,578,339 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Spain—1.5% | | | | | | |
Applus Services SA | | | 82,772 | | | $ | 755,923 | |
Ence Energia y Celulosa SA* | | | 270,237 | | | | 864,884 | |
| | | | | | | 1,620,807 | |
Sweden—1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB, Class A | | | 165,837 | | | | 1,576,582 | |
Switzerland—4.7% | | | | | | | | |
Glencore PLC* | | | 261,376 | | | | 1,536,902 | |
Novartis AG | | | 18,473 | | | | 1,623,619 | |
STMicroelectronics NV | | | 17,963 | | | | 754,053 | |
Swiss Re AG | | | 6,100 | | | | 582,890 | |
UBS Group AG | | | 37,359 | | | | 687,285 | |
| | | | | | | 5,184,749 | |
United Kingdom—10.8% | | | | | | | | |
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC† | | | 42,694 | | | | 2,186,360 | |
Endeavour Mining PLC | | | 31,039 | | | | 819,870 | |
Ferroglobe PLC*† | | | 175,707 | | | | 1,375,786 | |
IMI PLC | | | 52,178 | | | | 1,022,182 | |
Liberty Global PLC, Class A*† | | | 67,101 | | | | 1,729,864 | |
Melrose Industries PLC | | | 603,431 | | | | 1,193,875 | |
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC | | | 5,958 | | | | 504,509 | |
SSE PLC | | | 100,038 | | | | 2,270,349 | |
Travis Perkins PLC* | | | 40,930 | | | | 794,560 | |
| | | | | | | 11,897,355 | |
United States—36.7% | | | | | | | | |
AbbVie, Inc.† | | | 6,114 | | | | 903,466 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C* | | | 622 | | | | 1,678,044 | |
Amgen, Inc. | | | 4,097 | | | | 927,889 | |
Applied Materials, Inc.† | | | 4,018 | | | | 539,216 | |
AutoZone, Inc.*# | | | 326 | | | | 607,465 | |
Carter’s, Inc.† | | | 6,998 | | | | 676,567 | |
Centene Corp.*† | | | 18,574 | | | | 1,534,584 | |
CF Industries Holdings, Inc.† | | | 5,737 | | | | 465,787 | |
Cigna Corp.† | | | 9,682 | | | | 2,302,186 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc.†# | | | 28,243 | | | | 1,575,112 | |
Citigroup, Inc.† | | | 22,903 | | | | 1,356,545 | |
Concentrix Corp.† | | | 8,688 | | | | 1,736,644 | |
Coterra Energy, Inc. | | | 41,365 | | | | 965,045 | |
CVS Health Corp.† | | | 12,235 | | | | 1,268,158 | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc.† | | | 19,169 | | | | 2,647,239 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc.† | | | 11,936 | | | | 923,488 | |
Envista Holdings Corp.*† | | | 12,566 | | | | 603,168 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 8,976 | | | | 854,784 | |
FleetCor Technologies, Inc.* | | | 3,345 | | | | 783,399 | |
FMC Corp.† | | | 5,753 | | | | 674,539 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | | | 6,586 | | | | 878,441 | |
Hasbro, Inc.† | | | 12,979 | | | | 1,259,612 | |
HollyFrontier Corp. | | | 18,588 | | | | 566,005 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co.† | | | 100 | | | | 14,180 | |
KeyCorp† | | | 26,691 | | | | 669,143 | |
KLA Corp. | | | 2,443 | | | | 851,386 | |
Lennar Corp., Class A† | | | 10,539 | | | | 947,245 | |
McKesson Corp.† | | | 5,369 | | | | 1,476,260 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A*† | | | 2,031 | | | | 428,602 | |
Micron Technology, Inc.† | | | 13,300 | | | | 1,181,838 | |
Microsoft Corp.† | | | 3,243 | | | | 968,976 | |
Oracle Corp.†# | | | 21,240 | | | | 1,613,603 | |
Pioneer Natural Resources Co. | | | 2,414 | | | | 578,394 | |
Science Applications International Corp.† | | | 9,338 | | | | 818,849 | |
Stride, Inc.*† | | | 22,262 | | | | 747,558 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
44 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—(continued) | | | | | | |
SunCoke Energy, Inc. | | | 112,209 | | | $ | 889,817 | |
US Foods Holding Corp.* | | | 14,895 | | | | 582,246 | |
Virtu Financial, Inc., Class A† | | | 25,417 | | | | 891,628 | |
Wells Fargo & Co.†# | | | 18,887 | | | | 1,007,999 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 7,364 | | | | 936,627 | |
| | | | | | | 40,331,734 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $84,000,669) | | | | | | | 98,611,917 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Germany—0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Volkswagen AG 2.737% | | | 3,928 | | | | 772,159 | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS (Cost $783,408) | | | | | | | 772,159 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—8.7% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 9,537,352 | | | | 9,537,352 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $9,537,352) | | | | | | | 9,537,352 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.2% (Cost $94,321,429) | | | | | | | 108,921,428 | |
SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(35.4%) | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—(35.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Australia—(1.3%) | | | | | | | | |
Commonwealth Bank of Australia | | | (7,619 | ) | | | (516,900 | ) |
Qantas Airways Ltd.* | | | (69,115 | ) | | | (256,104 | ) |
Technology One Ltd. | | | (39,364 | ) | | | (284,469 | ) |
WiseTech Global Ltd. | | | (12,620 | ) | | | (404,043 | ) |
| | | | | | | (1,461,516 | ) |
Belgium—(0.9%) | | | | | | | | |
Melexis NV | | | (3,821 | ) | | | (348,791 | ) |
Proximus SADP | | | (21,228 | ) | | | (422,019 | ) |
Umicore SA | | | (6,197 | ) | | | (253,518 | ) |
| | | | | | | (1,024,328 | ) |
Canada—(1.5%) | | | | | | | | |
BlackBerry Ltd.* | | | (66,797 | ) | | | (458,488 | ) |
Cargojet, Inc. | | | (4,847 | ) | | | (700,607 | ) |
Royal Bank of Canada | | | (4,258 | ) | | | (471,017 | ) |
| | | | | | | (1,630,112 | ) |
China—(0.2%) | | | | | | | | |
Xinyi Solar Holdings Ltd. | | | (142,000 | ) | | | (257,924 | ) |
Colombia—(0.2%) | | | | | | | | |
Tecnoglass, Inc. | | | (10,058 | ) | | | (206,491 | ) |
Denmark—(0.1%) | | | | | | | | |
Ambu A/S, Class B | | | (7,847 | ) | | | (144,705 | ) |
Finland—(0.5%) | | | | | | | | |
Neste Oyj | | | (13,891 | ) | | | (541,676 | ) |
France—(0.3%) | | | | | | | | |
Aeroports de Paris* | | | (2,569 | ) | | | (363,231 | ) |
Germany—(0.5%) | | | | | | | | |
CureVac NV* | | | (9,231 | ) | | | (155,266 | ) |
Gerresheimer AG | | | (4,592 | ) | | | (330,145 | ) |
| | | | | | | (485,411 | ) |
Italy—(0.5%) | | | | | | | | |
Moncler SpA | | | (7,187 | ) | | | (431,581 | ) |
Saipem SpA* | | | (105,439 | ) | | | (124,248 | ) |
| | | | | | | (555,829 | ) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
Japan—(2.8%) | | | | | | |
Fujitsu General Ltd. | | | (27,900 | ) | | $ | (605,025 | ) |
Lasertec Corp. | | | (2,700 | ) | | | (500,506 | ) |
Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd. | | | (24,700 | ) | | | (385,541 | ) |
Nidec Corp. | | | (5,900 | ) | | | (512,908 | ) |
NTN Corp.* | | | (223,400 | ) | | | (422,568 | ) |
Rakuten Group, Inc. | | | (36,300 | ) | | | (308,573 | ) |
Shimano, Inc. | | | (1,300 | ) | | | (302,728 | ) |
| | | | | | | (3,037,849 | ) |
Singapore—(0.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Singapore Airlines Ltd.* | | | (116,300 | ) | | | (440,368 | ) |
Sweden—(2.0%) | | | | | | | | |
BillerudKorsnas AB | | | (29,061 | ) | | | (407,632 | ) |
Epiroc AB* | | | (25,272 | ) | | | (474,878 | ) |
EQT AB | | | (13,068 | ) | | | (437,386 | ) |
Essity AB, Class B | | | (9,068 | ) | | | (233,373 | ) |
Telia Co., AB | | | (164,009 | ) | | | (609,814 | ) |
| | | | | | | (2,163,083 | ) |
Switzerland—(2.3%) | | | | | | | | |
ABB Ltd. | | | (26,754 | ) | | | (904,096 | ) |
Belimo Holding AG* | | | (1,065 | ) | | | (564,468 | ) |
Credit Suisse Group AG | | | (47,828 | ) | | | (400,660 | ) |
EMS-Chemie Holding AG | | | (504 | ) | | | (498,522 | ) |
Stadler Rail AG | | | (5,107 | ) | | | (197,130 | ) |
| | | | | | | (2,564,876 | ) |
United Kingdom—(0.5%) | | | | | | | | |
Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings PLC* | | | (16,892 | ) | | | (229,174 | ) |
Farfetch Ltd., Class A* | | | (14,139 | ) | | | (269,348 | ) |
| | | | | | | (498,522 | ) |
United States—(21.4%) | | | | | | | | |
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.* | | | (10,070 | ) | | | (288,707 | ) |
Appfolio, Inc., Class A* | | | (2,018 | ) | | | (228,317 | ) |
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.* | | | (2,835 | ) | | | (222,151 | ) |
AZEK Co., Inc., (The)* | | | (11,045 | ) | | | (325,717 | ) |
B Riley Financial, Inc. | | | (4,826 | ) | | | (287,388 | ) |
Beyond Meat, Inc.* | | | (2,691 | ) | | | (125,885 | ) |
Big Lots, Inc. | | | (12,590 | ) | | | (437,628 | ) |
Blackline, Inc.* | | | (1,912 | ) | | | (143,993 | ) |
Blackstone, Inc. | | | (3,089 | ) | | | (393,755 | ) |
Block, Inc.* | | | (1,860 | ) | | | (209,770 | ) |
Brown-Forman Corp., Class B | | | (7,210 | ) | | | (470,308 | ) |
Calix, Inc.* | | | (7,740 | ) | | | (420,592 | ) |
Carvana Co.* | | | (1,264 | ) | | | (190,194 | ) |
Cassava Sciences, Inc.* | | | (9,646 | ) | | | (410,051 | ) |
Chart Industries, Inc.* | | | (3,062 | ) | | | (442,153 | ) |
Cheesecake Factory Inc., (The)* | | | (8,398 | ) | | | (359,350 | ) |
Cincinnati Financial Corp. | | | (2,948 | ) | | | (361,985 | ) |
Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. | | | (3,177 | ) | | | (447,099 | ) |
CVB Financial Corp. | | | (16,609 | ) | | | (391,640 | ) |
Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. | | | (2,484 | ) | | | (260,820 | ) |
Diversey Holdings Ltd.* | | | (31,458 | ) | | | (301,053 | ) |
DocuSign, Inc.* | | | (2,349 | ) | | | (278,192 | ) |
Ecolab, Inc. | | | (1,520 | ) | | | (267,915 | ) |
Enerpac Tool Group Corp. | | | (30,132 | ) | | | (519,777 | ) |
Exact Sciences Corp.* | | | (4,095 | ) | | | (319,656 | ) |
Federated Hermes, Inc. | | | (16,193 | ) | | | (529,025 | ) |
Figs, Inc., Class A* | | | (11,595 | ) | | | (190,506 | ) |
First Financial Bankshares, Inc. | | | (20,832 | ) | | | (998,269 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 45
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—(continued) | | | | | | |
Five Below, Inc.* | | | (3,158 | ) | | $ | (516,680 | ) |
Freshpet, Inc.* | | | (3,939 | ) | | | (375,111 | ) |
Fulgent Genetics, Inc.* | | | (2,024 | ) | | | (126,095 | ) |
GameStop Corp., Class A* | | | (2,572 | ) | | | (317,231 | ) |
Goosehead Insurance, Inc., Class A | | | (3,976 | ) | | | (345,833 | ) |
Greif, Inc., Class A | | | (8,149 | ) | | | (468,486 | ) |
Hormel Foods Corp. | | | (5,179 | ) | | | (246,728 | ) |
Jamf Holding Corp.* | | | (9,972 | ) | | | (341,142 | ) |
National Vision Holdings, Inc.* | | | (9,464 | ) | | | (347,045 | ) |
New York Times Co., (The), Class A | | | (7,507 | ) | | | (330,233 | ) |
Novanta, Inc.* | | | (4,530 | ) | | | (618,934 | ) |
Okta, Inc.* | | | (2,783 | ) | | | (508,844 | ) |
Packaging Corp. of America | | | (2,539 | ) | | | (373,715 | ) |
Palantir Technologies, Inc., Class A* | | | (24,351 | ) | | | (288,559 | ) |
Quaker Chemical Corp. | | | (1,345 | ) | | | (249,645 | ) |
Ranpak Holdings Corp.* | | | (21,781 | ) | | | (527,100 | ) |
Revolve Group, Inc.* | | | (5,028 | ) | | | (238,478 | ) |
ROBLOX Corp., Class A* | | | (8,012 | ) | | | (413,179 | ) |
Rockwell Automation, Inc. | | | (1,204 | ) | | | (320,962 | ) |
Royalty Pharma PLC, Class A | | | (5,978 | ) | | | (234,696 | ) |
RPM International, Inc. | | | (6,539 | ) | | | (553,003 | ) |
Sherwin-Williams Co., (The) | | | (1,223 | ) | | | (321,808 | ) |
SoFi Technologies, Inc.* | | | (22,965 | ) | | | (262,949 | ) |
Southern Copper Corp. | | | (6,841 | ) | | | (474,697 | ) |
Tesla, Inc.* | | | (774 | ) | | | (673,713 | ) |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. | | | (5,189 | ) | | | (492,488 | ) |
Trupanion, Inc.* | | | (3,519 | ) | | | (315,408 | ) |
TuSimple Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | (13,071 | ) | | | (227,697 | ) |
Twist Bioscience Corp.* | | | (4,510 | ) | | | (252,289 | ) |
United Airlines Holdings, Inc.* | | | (7,894 | ) | | | (350,494 | ) |
Vail Resorts, Inc. | | | (1,670 | ) | | | (435,119 | ) |
VF Corp. | | | (7,483 | ) | | | (434,164 | ) |
Westamerica Bancorporation | | | (6,264 | ) | | | (371,580 | ) |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. | | | (2,695 | ) | | | (390,398 | ) |
Wingstop, Inc. | | | (3,759 | ) | | | (546,371 | ) |
Wolfspeed, Inc.* | | | (3,123 | ) | | | (320,795 | ) |
| | | | | | | (23,433,565 | ) |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Proceeds $(43,016,983)) | | | | | | | (38,809,486 | ) |
TOTAL SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(35.4%) (Proceeds $(43,016,983)) | | | | (38,809,486 | ) |
| | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS | | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | | VALUE | |
OPTIONS WRITTEN††—(0.1%) | | | | | | | | | |
Call Options Written—(0.1%) | | | | | | | | | |
AutoZone, Inc. Expiration: 06/17/2022, Exercise Price: 1,800.00 | | | (3 | ) | | | (559,017 | ) | | $ | (52,965 | ) |
Cisco Systems, Inc. Expiration: 06/17/2022, Exercise Price: 62.50 | | | (175 | ) | | | (975,975 | ) | | | (12,775 | ) |
NXP Semiconductors NV Expiration: 06/17/2022, Exercise Price: 200.00 | | | (27 | ) | | | (513,324 | ) | | | (37,800 | ) |
Oracle Corp. Expiration: 06/17/2022, Exercise Price: 95.00 | | | (93 | ) | | | (706,521 | ) | | | (7,393 | ) |
Wells Fargo & Co. Expiration: 06/17/2022, Exercise Price: 55.00 | | | (67 | ) | | | (357,579 | ) | | | (21,105 | ) |
TOTAL CALL OPTIONS WRITTEN (Premiums received $(385,661)) | | | | | | | | (132,038 | ) |
TOTAL OPTIONS WRITTEN (Premiums received $(385,661)) | | | | | | | | (132,038 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—36.3% | | | | | | | | 39,845,128 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 109,825,032 | |
ADR | | American Depositary Receipt |
PLC | | Public Limited Company |
* | | Non-income producing. |
(a) | | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
† | | Security position is either entirely or partially held in a segregated account as collateral for securities sold short. |
# | | Security segregated as collateral for options written. |
†† | | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
46 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
Contracts For Difference held by the Fund at February 28, 2022, are as follows:
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United Kingdom | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAE Systems PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | 102,086 | | | $ | 985,486 | | | $ | 119,982 | |
Informa PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | 73,769 | | | | 588,228 | | | | (29,038 | ) |
Smith & Nephew PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | 30,959 | | | | 555,279 | | | | 48,938 | |
WH Smith PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | 32,283 | | | | 703,970 | | | | (12,153 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,832,963 | | | | 127,729 | |
Total Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,832,963 | | | | 127,729 | |
Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ireland | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Adient PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (11,277 | ) | | $ | (504,646 | ) | | $ | 56,247 | |
South Korea | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
POSCO Chemical Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 09/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,237 | ) | | | (494,365 | ) | | | (18,564 | ) |
Samsung Biologics Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (523 | ) | | | (338,851 | ) | | | (16,341 | ) |
WeMade Entertainment Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (3,959 | ) | | | (359,236 | ) | | | (40,965 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,192,452 | ) | | | (75,870 | ) |
Taiwan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advantech Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (36,000 | ) | | | (470,626 | ) | | | 16,217 | |
Formosa Petrochemical Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (31,000 | ) | | | (108,143 | ) | | | (1,495 | ) |
Formosa Petrochemical Corp. | | Macquarie | | 09/19/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (118,000 | ) | | | (411,643 | ) | | | 2,503 | |
Formosa Sumco Technology Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (54,000 | ) | | | (495,024 | ) | | | 38,535 | |
Hiwin Technologies Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (40,000 | ) | | | (377,385 | ) | | | (1,017 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,862,821 | ) | | | 54,743 | |
United Kingdom | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Antofagasta PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (17,229 | ) | | | (351,546 | ) | | | (31,274 | ) |
HSBC Holdings PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (56,506 | ) | | | (390,083 | ) | | | 30,437 | |
ITM Power PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (77,295 | ) | | | (344,464 | ) | | | (70,029 | ) |
Mondi PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (16,448 | ) | | | (346,753 | ) | | | 73,364 | |
Ocado Group PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (10,754 | ) | | | (198,077 | ) | | | (1,545 | ) |
Pearson PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (38,719 | ) | | | (336,583 | ) | | | (9,372 | ) |
Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (436,903 | ) | | | (606,622 | ) | | | 55,118 | |
Schroders PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/18/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (18,826 | ) | | | (773,820 | ) | | | 51,622 | |
Whitbread PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 09/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | (12,582 | ) | | | (493,538 | ) | | | 50,579 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (3,841,486 | ) | | | 148,900 | |
Total Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (7,401,405 | ) | | | 184,020 | |
Net unrealized gain/(loss) on Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 311,749 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 47
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Austria | | $ | 747,394 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 747,394 | | | $ | — | |
Bermuda | | | 2,443,615 | | | | 2,443,615 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Canada | | | 6,525,788 | | | | 6,525,788 | | | | — | | | | — | |
China | | | 448,552 | | | | — | | | | 448,552 | | | | — | |
Finland | | | 755,736 | | | | — | | | | 755,736 | | | | — | |
France | | | 5,906,213 | | | | — | | | | 5,906,213 | | | | — | |
Germany | | | 3,826,713 | | | | — | | | | 3,826,713 | | | | — | |
Hong Kong | | | 493,776 | | | | — | | | | 493,776 | | | | — | |
India | | | 800,501 | | | | 800,501 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Ireland | | | 1,099,944 | | | | — | | | | 1,099,944 | | | | — | |
Italy | | | 841,874 | | | | — | | | | 841,874 | | | | — | |
Japan | | | 6,979,676 | | | | — | | | | 6,979,676 | | | | — | |
Macao | | | 221,177 | | | | — | | | | 221,177 | | | | — | |
Netherlands | | | 2,331,392 | | | | 547,926 | | | | 1,783,466 | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 4,578,339 | | | | 519,504 | | | | 4,058,835 | | | | — | |
Spain | | | 1,620,807 | | | | 755,923 | | | | 864,884 | | | | — | |
Sweden | | | 1,576,582 | | | | — | | | | 1,576,582 | | | | — | |
Switzerland | | | 5,184,749 | | | | — | | | | 5,184,749 | | | | — | |
United Kingdom | | | 11,897,355 | | | | 6,111,880 | | | | 5,785,475 | | | | — | |
United States | | | 40,331,734 | | | | 40,331,734 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Preferred Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Germany | | | 772,159 | | | | — | | | | 772,159 | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 9,537,352 | | | | 9,537,352 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | 543,542 | | | | 543,542 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 109,464,970 | | | $ | 68,117,765 | | | $ | 41,347,205 | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Securities Sold Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Australia | | $ | (1,461,516 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (1,461,516 | ) | | $ | — | |
Belgium | | | (1,024,328 | ) | | | — | | | | (1,024,328 | ) | | | — | |
Canada | | | (1,630,112 | ) | | | (1,630,112 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
China | | | (257,924 | ) | | | — | | | | (257,924 | ) | | | — | |
Colombia | | | (206,491 | ) | | | (206,491 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Denmark | | | (144,705 | ) | | | — | | | | (144,705 | ) | | | — | |
Finland | | | (541,676 | ) | | | — | | | | (541,676 | ) | | | — | |
France | | | (363,231 | ) | | | — | | | | (363,231 | ) | | | — | |
Germany | | | (485,411 | ) | | | (155,266 | ) | | | (330,145 | ) | | | — | |
Italy | | | (555,829 | ) | | | — | | | | (555,829 | ) | | | — | |
Japan | | | (3,037,849 | ) | | | — | | | | (3,037,849 | ) | | | — | |
Singapore | | | (440,368 | ) | | | — | | | | (440,368 | ) | | | — | |
Sweden | | | (2,163,083 | ) | | | — | | | | (2,163,083 | ) | | | — | |
Switzerland | | | (2,564,876 | ) | | | (197,130 | ) | | | (2,367,746 | ) | | | — | |
United Kingdom | | | (498,522 | ) | | | (269,348 | ) | | | (229,174 | ) | | | — | |
United States | | | (23,433,565 | ) | | | (23,433,565 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Options Written | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | (132,038 | ) | | | (71,680 | ) | | | (60,358 | ) | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | (231,793 | ) | | | (215,452 | ) | | | — | | | | (16,341 | ) |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (39,173,317 | ) | | $ | (26,179,044 | ) | | $ | (12,977,932 | ) | | $ | (16,341 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
48 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
LONG POSITIONS—82.2% | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—53.7% | | | | | | | |
Brazil—3.8% | | | | | | | |
Cia de Locacao das Americas* | | | 72,000 | | | | $ | 351,323 | |
Cielo SA* | | | 764,800 | | | | | 380,579 | |
Eletromidia SA* | | | 414,778 | | | | | 1,282,131 | |
Sendas Distribuidora SA | | | 213,200 | | | | | 554,973 | |
| | | | | | | | 2,569,006 | |
Cayman Islands—0.1% | | | | | | | | | |
NU Holdings Ltd., Class A* | | | 5,061 | | | | | 38,717 | |
China—16.7% | | | | | | | | | |
Agricultural Bank of China Ltd., Class H | | | 368,000 | | | | | 139,369 | |
Bank of Chengdu Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 298,700 | | | | | 683,730 | |
China Construction Bank Corp., Class H | | | 186,000 | | | | | 139,494 | |
China State Construction Engineering Corp., Ltd., Class A† | | | 163,300 | | | | | 132,041 | |
China Yongda Automobiles Services Holdings Ltd. | | | 1,153,500 | | | | | 1,345,791 | |
Greentown China Holdings* | | | 114,000 | | | | | 170,972 | |
Han’s Laser Technology Industry Group Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 26,600 | | | | | 207,386 | |
Hengli Petrochemical Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 256,879 | | | | | 1,022,703 | |
Huafu Fashion Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 1,383,100 | | | | | 1,001,074 | |
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd., Class H | | | 233,000 | | | | | 139,091 | |
Lakala Payment Co.* | | | 42,200 | | | | | 179,337 | |
Ping An Insurance Group Co. of China Ltd., Class H | | | 42,466 | | | | | 329,267 | |
Power Construction Corp. of China Ltd., Class A† | | | 363,000 | | | | | 443,623 | |
Shandong Hi-Speed Group Co., Ltd.* | | | 164,400 | | | | | 208,136 | |
Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd.* | | | 236,400 | | | | | 204,147 | |
Shenzhen Expressway Co., Ltd.* | | | 252,000 | | | | | 253,786 | |
Tangshan Port Group Co., Ltd.*† | | | 634,300 | | | | | 294,108 | |
TBEA Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 44,400 | | | | | 143,201 | |
Tongcheng Travel Holdings Ltd.* | | | 65,200 | | | | | 121,432 | |
Tongkun Group Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 182,300 | | | | | 636,219 | |
Universal Scientific Industrial Shanghai Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 77,600 | | | | | 173,137 | |
Want Want China Holdings Ltd. | | | 522,000 | | | | | 555,682 | |
Xiamen Xiangyu Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 272,200 | | | | | 349,972 | |
Xinfengming Group Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 104,666 | | | | | 233,462 | |
YTO Express Group Co., Ltd., Class A† | | | 52,700 | | | | | 145,214 | |
Zhongsheng Group Holdings Ltd. | | | 297,000 | | | | | 2,073,929 | |
| | | | | | | | 11,326,303 | |
Hong Kong—1.2% | | | | | | | | | |
Swire Properties Ltd. | | | 62,000 | | | | | 161,232 | |
Texhong Textile Group Ltd. | | | 489,000 | | | | | 608,566 | |
| | | | | | | | 769,798 | |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
India—6.7% | | | | | | | |
Bharti Airtel Ltd.* | | | 167,769 | | | | $ | 1,534,129 | |
Bharti Airtel Ltd.* | | | 4,611 | | | | | 20,239 | |
Hindustan Petroleum Corp., Ltd. | | | 328,921 | | | | | 1,196,561 | |
Vardhman Textiles Ltd. | | | 52,651 | | | | | 1,791,615 | |
| | | | | | | | 4,542,544 | |
Indonesia—0.9% | | | | | | | | | |
Bank Mandiri Persero Tbk PT | | | 389,900 | | | | | 210,796 | |
Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk PT | | | 473,600 | | | | | 204,846 | |
Industri Jamu Dan Farmasi Sido Muncul Tbk PT | | | 3,187,300 | | | | | 216,618 | |
| | | | | | | | 632,260 | |
Israel—0.5% | | | | | | | | | |
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd. | | | 8,191 | | | | | 320,099 | |
Malaysia—2.2% | | | | | | | | | |
Bumi Armada Bhd* | | | 5,089,000 | | | | | 581,418 | |
Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd | | | 80,700 | | | | | 183,562 | |
RHB Bank Bhd | | | 522,200 | | | | | 735,934 | |
| | | | | | | | 1,500,914 | |
Russia—0.0% | | | | | | | | | |
Fix Price Group Ltd. - GDR | | | 21,704 | | | | | 13,133 | |
South Africa—1.3% | | | | | | | | | |
Naspers Ltd., Class N | | | 318 | | | | | 40,046 | |
Pick n Pay Stores Ltd. | | | 90,330 | | | | | 270,234 | |
Sappi Ltd.* | | | 60,675 | | | | | 200,931 | |
Shoprite Holdings Ltd. | | | 25,934 | | | | | 386,839 | |
| | | | | | | | 898,050 | |
South Korea—7.0% | | | | | | | | | |
Coway Co., Ltd. | | | 2,298 | | | | | 138,015 | |
GS Holdings Corp. | | | 6,194 | | | | | 207,122 | |
JYP Entertainment Corp. | | | 5,655 | | | | | 237,650 | |
KB Financial Group, Inc. | | | 3,705 | | | | | 182,784 | |
Osstem Implant Co., Ltd. | | | 7,553 | | | | | 896,422 | |
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd. | | | 1,497 | | | | | 209,293 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. | | | 9,659 | | | | | 1,006,994 | |
Woori Financial Group, Inc. | | | 151,895 | | | | | 1,816,907 | |
| | | | | | | | 4,695,187 | |
Taiwan—10.6% | | | | | | | | | |
Asia Vital Components Co., Ltd. | | | 338,000 | | | | | 1,351,417 | |
Compeq Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | | 130,000 | | | | | 225,274 | |
Elite Material Co., Ltd. | | | 81,000 | | | | | 794,307 | |
Lotes Co., Ltd. | | | 59,328 | | | | | 1,540,916 | |
Pegavision Corp. | | | 12,000 | | | | | 189,350 | |
Quanta Computer, Inc. | | | 102,000 | | | | | 341,078 | |
Sinbon Electronics Co., Ltd. | | | 21,000 | | | | | 201,887 | |
SinoPac Financial Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 931,000 | | | | | 571,691 | |
Tripod Technology Corp. | | | 302,000 | | | | | 1,384,622 | |
Wiwynn Corp. | | | 16,000 | | | | | 571,450 | |
| | | | | | | | 7,171,992 | |
Thailand—1.5% | | | | | | | | | |
AP Thailand PCL - NVDR | | | 526,900 | | | | | 171,269 | |
Com7 PCL - NVDR | | | 91,100 | | | | | 231,270 | |
Kiatnakin Phatra Bank PCL - NVDR | | | 96,200 | | | | | 201,496 | |
Land & Houses PCL - NVDR | | | 466,900 | | | | | 137,503 | |
Minor International PCL - NVDR* | | | 139,000 | | | | | 131,640 | |
MK Restaurants Group PCL - NVDR | | | 87,100 | | | | | 144,383 | |
| | | | | | | | 1,017,561 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 49
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
United States—1.2% | | | | | | | |
Micron Technology, Inc.† | | | 9,170 | | | | $ | 814,846 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $34,591,460) | | | | | | | | 36,310,410 | |
PREFERRED STOCKS—3.8% | | | | | | | | | |
Brazil—0.6% | | | | | | | | | |
Randon SA Implementos e Participacoes 6.152%* | | | 198,100 | | | | | 404,346 | |
Chile—0.7% | | | | | | | | | |
Embotelladora Andina SA, Class B 7.160% | | | 230,853 | | | | | 502,707 | |
South Korea—2.5% | | | | | | | | | |
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 2.186% | | | 30,161 | | | | | 1,666,923 | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS (Cost $1,960,858) | | | | | | | | 2,573,976 | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS—0.3% | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand—0.3% | | | | | | | | | |
Jasmine Broadband Internet Infrastructure Fund, Class F | | | 620,800 | | | | | 210,891 | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS (Cost $214,026) | | | | | | | | 210,891 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS—0.5% | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand—0.5% | | | | | | | | | |
Digital Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund, Class F | | | 807,165 | | | | | 353,356 | |
TOTAL MUTUAL FUNDS (Cost $361,292) | | | | | | | | 353,356 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—23.9% | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 16,168,020 | | | | | 16,168,020 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $16,168,020) | | | | | | | | 16,168,020 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—82.2% (Cost $53,295,656) | | | | | | | | 55,616,653 | |
SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(0.8%) | | | | | | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS—(0.8%) | | | | | | | | | |
United Kingdom—(0.8%) | | | | | | | | | |
Antofagasta PLC | | | (25,282 | ) | | | | (511,909 | ) |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Proceeds $(274,637)) | | | | | | | | (511,909 | ) |
TOTAL SECURITIES SOLD SHORT—(0.8%) (Proceeds $(274,637)) | | | | | | | | (511,909 | ) |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES—18.6% | | | | | | | | 12,598,780 | |
NET ASSETS—100.0% | | | | | | | $ | 67,703,524 | |
GDR | | Global Depositary Receipt |
NVDR | | Non-voting Depository Receipt |
PLC | | Public Limited Company |
SP ADR | | Sponsored American Depositary Receipt |
* | | Non-income producing. |
† | | Security position is either entirely or partially held in a segregated account as collateral for securities sold short. |
(a) | | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
50 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
Contracts For Difference held by the Fund at February 28, 2022, are as follows:
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Long Austria | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Erste Group Bank AG | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | -0.58 | % | | Monthly | | | 4,320 | | | $ | 154,953 | | | | $ | (50,708 | ) |
Raiffeisen Bank International AG | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | -0.49 | | | Monthly | | | 56,714 | | | | 932,876 | | | | | (666,385 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,087,829 | | | | | (717,093 | ) |
Canada | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Parex Resources, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.63 | | | Monthly | | | 21,664 | | | | 477,719 | | | | | 12,769 | |
Chile | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banco Santander Chile - ADR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 13,698 | | | | 267,385 | | | | | (8,923 | ) |
China | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 20,900 | | | | 278,681 | | | | | (38,001 | ) |
Bros Eastern Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 1,431,700 | | | | 1,549,426 | | | | | (81,369 | ) |
China Yongda Automobiles Services Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 441,000 | | | | 513,539 | | | | | (42,365 | ) |
JD.com, Inc., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | 804 | | | | 28,725 | | | | | (1,152 | ) |
Jiangsu Phoenix Publishing & Media Corp., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 255,900 | | | | 314,246 | | | | | (1,690 | ) |
Leader Harmonious Drive Systems Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 6,000 | | | | 127,966 | | | | | 2,772 | |
Meihua Holdings Group Co., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 1,325,700 | | | | 1,766,604 | | | | | 122,970 | |
Netdragon Websoft Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 268,500 | | | | 602,653 | | | | | (101,747 | ) |
Shanghai International Port Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 380,700 | | | | 343,236 | | | | | (3,340 | ) |
Tencent Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 16,900 | | | | 910,895 | | | | | (105,606 | ) |
Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Ltd., Co., Class H | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 809,000 | | | | 1,273,346 | | | | | 70,311 | |
Zhejiang Entive Smart Kitchen Appliance Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 18,500 | | | | 200,300 | | | | | 8,355 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 7,909,617 | | | | | (170,862 | ) |
France | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TotalEnergies SE | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | -0.58 | | | Monthly | | | 21,782 | | | | 1,113,449 | | | | | (132,090 | ) |
Hong Kong | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Texhong Textile Group Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.14 | | | Monthly | | | 111,000 | | | | 137,639 | | | | | (12,369 | ) |
India | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Infosys Ltd. - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 6,030 | | | | 135,434 | | | | | (2,606 | ) |
WNS Holdings Ltd. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 1,610 | | | | 133,034 | | | | | (6,787 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 268,468 | | | | | (9,393 | ) |
Indonesia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Telkom Indonesia Persero Tbk PT - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 4,595 | | | | 136,517 | | | | | (5,102 | ) |
Mexico | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
America Movil SAB de CV Class L - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 8,290 | | | | 150,215 | | | | | (5,151 | ) |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte SAB de CV - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 6,534 | | | | 379,821 | | | | | (4,335 | ) |
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico SAB de CV - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 5,209 | | | | 761,973 | | | | | (23,540 | ) |
Grupo Comercial Chedraui SA de CV | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 239,900 | | | | 540,569 | | | | | 33,504 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,832,578 | | | | | 478 | |
Portugal | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Jeronimo Martins SGPS SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | -0.58 | | | Monthly | | | 13,562 | | | | 295,385 | | | | | (8,733 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 51
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Russia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Detsky Mir PJSC | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 316,240 | | | $ | 250,655 | | | | $ | (218,712 | ) |
Headhunter Group PLC - ADR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 7,725 | | | | 116,107 | | | | | (239,805 | ) |
Magnit PJSC - SP GDR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 37,249 | | | | 59,617 | | | | | (501,039 | ) |
Sberbank of Russia PJSC - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 23,338 | | | | 29,173 | | | | | (316,148 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 455,552 | | | | | (1,275,704 | ) |
Saudi Arabia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Al Rajhi Bank | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 27,134 | | | | 1,160,085 | | | | | 31,878 | |
Singapore | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ASM Pacific Technology Ltd. | | Bank of America | | 6/1/2023 | | | 0.13 | | | Monthly | | | 25,500 | | | | 278,671 | | | | | 16,040 | |
DBS Group Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.23 | | | Monthly | | | 41,751 | | | | 1,041,542 | | | | | (83,548 | ) |
Golden Agri-Resources Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.36 | | | Monthly | | | 4,393,200 | | | | 923,556 | | | | | 16,138 | |
United Overseas Bank Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.36 | | | Monthly | | | 24,500 | | | | 540,529 | | | | | (50,103 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,784,298 | | | | | (101,473 | ) |
South Africa | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Airtel Africa PLC | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.45 | | | Monthly | | | 622,773 | | | | 1,187,180 | | | | | (66,118 | ) |
Naspers Ltd. - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 18,033 | | | | 450,100 | | | | | (103,461 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,637,280 | | | | | (169,579 | ) |
South Korea | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hana Financial Group, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 18,923 | | | | 766,457 | | | | | (17,437 | ) |
JB Financial Group Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 136,046 | | | | 930,094 | | | | | (17,902 | ) |
KT Corp. - SP ADR | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | 79,152 | | | | 1,044,015 | | | | | (35,653 | ) |
SK Hynix, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 8,740 | | | | 897,734 | | | | | (27,452 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 3,638,300 | | | | | (98,444 | ) |
Taiwan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 84,000 | | | | 297,528 | | | | | (3,685 | ) |
Nanya Technology Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 882,000 | | | | 2,425,617 | | | | | (66,598 | ) |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 5,251 | | | | 113,130 | | | | | (6,060 | ) |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 5,854 | | | | 626,437 | | | | | (102,554 | ) |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. - SP ADR | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | 4,605 | | | | 492,781 | | | | | (80,654 | ) |
Wiwynn Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 22,000 | | | | 774,532 | | | | | (30,137 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 4,730,025 | | | | | (289,688 | ) |
United States | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Amkor Technology, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 13,619 | | | | 308,743 | | | | | (20,722 | ) |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | 39,926 | | | | 1,095,968 | | | | | (42,804 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 1,404,711 | | | | | (63,526 | ) |
Total Long | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 29,336,837 | | | | | (3,017,854 | ) |
Short Brazil | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
B3 SA - Brasil Bolsa Balcao | | Bank of America | | 6/1/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (41,500 | ) | | | (117,370 | ) | | | | 48 | |
Hapvida Participacoes e Investimentos SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (185,232 | ) | | | (426,792 | ) | | | | 29,776 | |
Light SA | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (74,400 | ) | | | (142,108 | ) | | | | 12,864 | |
Natura & Co. Holding SA | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (159,200 | ) | | | (718,481 | ) | | | | 7,515 | |
OI SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (1,750,300 | ) | | | (275,200 | ) | | | | 32,347 | |
Pagseguro Digital Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (28,943 | ) | | | (461,351 | ) | | | | 36,584 | |
Ultrapar Participacoes SA | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (41,200 | ) | | | (121,720 | ) | | | | (1,288 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (2,263,022 | ) | | | | 117,846 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
52 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
China | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AAC Technologies Holdings, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (190,000 | ) | | $ | (520,308 | ) | | | $ | 43,727 | |
Agora, Inc. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (14,752 | ) | | | (178,204 | ) | | | | (12,985 | ) |
Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (11,700 | ) | | | (15,350 | ) | | | | (427 | ) |
Bilibili, Inc. - SP ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (17,412 | ) | | | (550,393 | ) | | | | 73,664 | |
COFCO Joycome Foods Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (1,058,000 | ) | | | (460,318 | ) | | | | 11,884 | |
Dali Foods Group Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (359,000 | ) | | | (188,812 | ) | | | | 6,421 | |
Guangzhou Shangpin Home Co., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (83,300 | ) | | | (485,330 | ) | | | | 8,353 | |
Haidilao International Holding Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (64,000 | ) | | | (146,761 | ) | | | | 16,520 | |
Huazhu Group Ltd. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (7,482 | ) | | | (309,456 | ) | | | | 31,867 | |
IQIYI, Inc. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (159,487 | ) | | | (660,276 | ) | | | | 45,067 | |
KE Holdings, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (2,400 | ) | | | (46,584 | ) | | | | 2,063 | |
Kingsoft Cloud Holdings - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (75,680 | ) | | | (510,083 | ) | | | | 72,209 | |
Kuaishou Technology | | Citigroup | | 3/30/2022 | | | 0.15 | | | Monthly | | | (39,100 | ) | | | (448,059 | ) | | | | 5,207 | |
Muyuan Foodstuff Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (67,200 | ) | | | (607,787 | ) | | | | 19,489 | |
New Hope Liuhe Co., Ltd., Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (125,282 | ) | | | (305,113 | ) | | | | 15,120 | |
Skshu Paint Co., Ltd., Class A | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (32,700 | ) | | | (460,004 | ) | | | | 104,495 | |
Sunny Optical Technology Group Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (16,900 | ) | | | (403,761 | ) | | | | 7,760 | |
Tencent Music Entertainment Group - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (105,818 | ) | | | (570,359 | ) | | | | 70,100 | |
Vipshop Holdings Ltd. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (37,389 | ) | | | (324,163 | ) | | | | 60,563 | |
Wens Foodstuffs Group Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (212,100 | ) | | | (655,014 | ) | | | | 51,724 | |
Will Semiconductor Co., Ltd., Shanghai, Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (3,800 | ) | | | (148,007 | ) | | | | (3,321 | ) |
Wingtech Technology Co., Ltd., Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (9,500 | ) | | | (175,668 | ) | | | | (6,869 | ) |
Xiaomi Corp., Class B | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (199,800 | ) | | | (374,820 | ) | | | | 41,395 | |
Yihai International Holding Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (32,000 | ) | | | (133,494 | ) | | | | 20,217 | |
Yum China Holdings, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (6,064 | ) | | | (315,449 | ) | | | | (673 | ) |
Zhihu, Inc. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (86,145 | ) | | | (287,724 | ) | | | | 20,611 | |
Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co., Ltd., Class H | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (505,600 | ) | | | (335,143 | ) | | | | 19,391 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (9,616,440 | ) | | | | 723,572 | |
Hong Kong | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
China Taiping Insurance Holdings Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (136,400 | ) | | | (161,105 | ) | | | | 31,233 | |
Nine Dragons Paper Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (132,000 | ) | | | (126,179 | ) | | | | 10,972 | |
Shenzhou International Group Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (9,500 | ) | | | (159,618 | ) | | | | 14,579 | |
Xinyi Glass Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.04 | | | Monthly | | | (63,000 | ) | | | (167,283 | ) | | | | 5,620 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (614,185 | ) | | | | 62,404 | |
India | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,946 | ) | | | (317,635 | ) | | | | 18,427 | |
MakeMyTrip Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,211 | ) | | | (146,325 | ) | | | | (1,045 | ) |
Renew Energy Global PLC, Class A | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (38,736 | ) | | | (306,014 | ) | | | | (12,814 | ) |
Wipro Ltd. - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (60,801 | ) | | | (443,239 | ) | | | | 10,937 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,213,213 | ) | | | | 15,505 | |
Indonesia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Unilever Indonesia Tbk PT | | Citigroup | | 3/30/2022 | | | 0.07 | | | Monthly | | | (1,286,300 | ) | | | (329,477 | ) | | | | 18,473 | |
Unilever Indonesia Tbk PT | | Macquarie | | 9/19/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (1,186,600 | ) | | | (303,939 | ) | | | | 16,988 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (633,416 | ) | | | | 35,461 | |
Israel | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Playtika Holding Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (32,747 | ) | | | (674,588 | ) | | | | (49,787 | ) |
Wix.com Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,454 | ) | | | (499,477 | ) | | | | 55,757 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,174,065 | ) | | | | 5,970 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 53
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Luxembourg | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Millicom International Cellular SA - SDR | | Citigroup | | 3/30/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (2,092 | ) | | $ | (48,765 | ) | | | $ | 8,759 | |
Malaysia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hartalega Holdings Bhd | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (468,900 | ) | | | (515,974 | ) | | | | 48,176 | |
Top Glove Corp. Bhd | | HSBC | | 9/22/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (1,171,600 | ) | | | (572,057 | ) | | | | 12,359 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (1,088,031 | ) | | | | 60,535 | |
Mexico | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bolsa Mexicana de Valores SAB de CV | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (75,900 | ) | | | (146,716 | ) | | | | (4,839 | ) |
Kimberly-Clark de Mexico SAB de CV, Class A | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (409,800 | ) | | | (572,852 | ) | | | | 43,662 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (719,568 | ) | | | | 38,823 | |
Russia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ozon Holdings PLC - ADR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (27,082 | ) | | | (250,779 | ) | | | | 343,464 | |
VK Co., Ltd. - GDR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (77,484 | ) | | | (56,873 | ) | | | | 553,200 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (307,652 | ) | | | | 896,664 | |
Saudi Arabia | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Arab National Bank | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (12,133 | ) | | | (90,552 | ) | | | | 4,182 | |
Banque Saudi Fransi | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (8,199 | ) | | | (116,045 | ) | | | | (1,577 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (206,597 | ) | | | | 2,605 | |
Singapore | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Starhub Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.36 | | | Monthly | | | (223,000 | ) | | | (205,613 | ) | | | | 3,043 | |
South Africa | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AVI Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 3.83 | | | Monthly | | | (42,056 | ) | | | (195,972 | ) | | | | 7,802 | |
Tiger Brands Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 3.83 | | | Monthly | | | (33,829 | ) | | | (359,361 | ) | | | | 29,461 | |
Woolworths Holdings Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 3.83 | | | Monthly | | | (122,881 | ) | | | (403,576 | ) | | | | 12,023 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (958,909 | ) | | | | 49,286 | |
South Korea | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Amorepacific Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (4,076 | ) | | | (623,765 | ) | | | | (12,315 | ) |
CJ CGV Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (22,988 | ) | | | (494,232 | ) | | | | (44,107 | ) |
Hanon Systems | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (14,616 | ) | | | (140,404 | ) | | | | (5,196 | ) |
Hite Jinro Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (4,872 | ) | | | (144,254 | ) | | | | (6,810 | ) |
Hotel Shilla Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (7,301 | ) | | | (488,818 | ) | | | | (12,480 | ) |
Hybe Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (643 | ) | | | (154,286 | ) | | | | (26,245 | ) |
Kolmar BNH Co., Ltd. | | Citigroup | | 3/30/2022 | | | 0.07 | | | Monthly | | | (19,744 | ) | | | (585,415 | ) | | | | (88,782 | ) |
Lg Display Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (34,156 | ) | | | (531,224 | ) | | | | 17,870 | |
LG Household & Health Care Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (418 | ) | | | (330,270 | ) | | | | 9,382 | |
Lotte Shopping Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,415 | ) | | | (384,164 | ) | | | | (5,085 | ) |
NCSoft Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (817 | ) | | | (301,359 | ) | | | | 47,935 | |
Netmarble Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (1,610 | ) | | | (137,252 | ) | | | | (4,961 | ) |
Orion Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (5,460 | ) | | | (415,511 | ) | | | | 44,072 | |
Ottogi Corp. | | Citigroup | | 3/30/2022 | | | 0.07 | | | Monthly | | | (1,665 | ) | | | (599,613 | ) | | | | 36,740 | |
Paradise Co., Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (22,660 | ) | | | (312,851 | ) | | | | (320 | ) |
POSCO Chemical Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (1,907 | ) | | | (180,018 | ) | | | | (6,787 | ) |
Sillajen, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/18/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (10,490 | ) | | | (27,799 | ) | | | | 77,777 | |
Studio Dragon Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (2,088 | ) | | | (148,132 | ) | | | | (9,667 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (5,999,367 | ) | | | | 11,021 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
54 | Semi-Annual Report 2022
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (continued) |
REFERENCE COMPANY | | COUNTERPARTY | | EXPIRATION DATE | | FINANCING RATE | | PAYMENT FREQUENCY | | NUMBER OF CONTRACTS LONG/ (SHORT) | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION (DEPRECIATION) |
Taiwan | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Acer, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (62,000 | ) | | $ | (63,692 | ) | | | $ | (254 | ) |
Airtac International Group | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (13,000 | ) | | | (426,610 | ) | | | | 4,767 | |
ASMedia Technology, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (4,000 | ) | | | (242,554 | ) | | | | 16,806 | |
Asustek Computer, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (3,000 | ) | | | (39,754 | ) | | | | (763 | ) |
AU Optronics Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (634,000 | ) | | | (464,730 | ) | | | | (1,318 | ) |
Compal Electronics, Inc. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (64,000 | ) | | | (57,985 | ) | | | | (49 | ) |
Dyaco International, Inc. | | Bank of America | | 6/1/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (55,000 | ) | | | (91,912 | ) | | | | (79 | ) |
Dyaco International, Inc. | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (216,000 | ) | | | (360,963 | ) | | | | (703 | ) |
Elan Microelectronics Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (80,000 | ) | | | (467,986 | ) | | | | 19,318 | |
FocalTech Systems Co., Ltd. | | HSBC | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.05 | | | Monthly | | | (62,000 | ) | | | (336,151 | ) | | | | (12,113 | ) |
Genius Electronic Optical Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (13,000 | ) | | | (210,986 | ) | | | | 15,585 | |
Grape King Bio Ltd. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (91,000 | ) | | | (493,383 | ) | | | | 7,246 | |
HannStar Display Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (604,000 | ) | | | (341,480 | ) | | | | 5,579 | |
Hiwin Technologies Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (13,000 | ) | | | (122,650 | ) | | | | 4,334 | |
Innolux Corp. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (624,000 | ) | | | (372,819 | ) | | | | 632 | |
Largan Precision Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (9,000 | ) | | | (648,475 | ) | | | | 25,852 | |
Merry Electronics Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (91,139 | ) | | | (265,273 | ) | | | | 12,369 | |
Nantex Industry Co., Ltd. | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (38,000 | ) | | | (100,710 | ) | | | | 8,087 | |
Novatek Microelectronics Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (18,000 | ) | | | (293,098 | ) | | | | (915 | ) |
Pan Jit International, Inc. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (75,000 | ) | | | (268,860 | ) | | | | 13,367 | |
Realtek Semiconductor Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (9,000 | ) | | | (146,388 | ) | | | | 11,703 | |
Rexon Industrial Corp., Ltd. | | Bank of America | | 6/1/2023 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (217,000 | ) | | | (330,899 | ) | | | | 13,503 | |
Win Semiconductors Corp. | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (42,000 | ) | | | (452,434 | ) | | | | 11,235 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (6,599,792 | ) | | | | 154,189 | |
Thailand | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bangkok Commercial Asset - NVDR | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (209,800 | ) | | | (140,616 | ) | | | | (917 | ) |
KCE Electronics PCL - NVDR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (91,800 | ) | | | (169,974 | ) | | | | 7,242 | |
Kerry Express Thailand - NVDR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (294,300 | ) | | | (201,754 | ) | | | | 9,354 | |
Muangthai Capital PCL - NVDR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (127,000 | ) | | | (200,168 | ) | | | | 11,003 | |
TOA Paint Thailand PCL - NVDR | | Morgan Stanley | | 9/20/2022 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (189,700 | ) | | | (168,364 | ) | | | | 6,233 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (880,876 | ) | | | | 32,915 | |
United Arab Emirates | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dubai Financial Market PJSC | | Goldman Sachs | | 9/16/2025 | | | 0.08 | | | Monthly | | | (36,018 | ) | | | (22,848 | ) | | | | (11 | ) |
Total Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | (32,552,359 | ) | | | | 2,218,587 | |
Net unrealized gain/(loss) on Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (799,267 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
BOSTON PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND | Portfolio Of Investments (concluded) |
A summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments carried at fair value as of February 28, 2022 is as follows (see Notes to Portfolio of Investments):
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brazil | | $ | 2,569,006 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 2,569,006 | | | $ | — | |
Cayman Islands | | | 38,717 | | | | 38,717 | | | | — | | | | — | |
China | | | 11,326,303 | | | | 1,161,592 | | | | 10,164,711 | | | | — | |
Hong Kong | | | 769,798 | | | | — | | | | 769,798 | | | | — | |
India | | | 4,542,544 | | | | — | | | | 4,542,544 | | | | — | |
Indonesia | | | 632,260 | | | | — | | | | 632,260 | | | | — | |
Israel | | | 320,099 | | | | — | | | | 320,099 | | | | — | |
Malaysia | | | 1,500,914 | | | | 183,562 | | | | 1,317,352 | | | | — | |
Russia | | | 13,133 | | | | — | | | | 13,133 | | | | — | |
South Africa | | | 898,050 | | | | 471,165 | | | | 426,885 | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 4,695,187 | | | | — | | | | 4,695,187 | | | | — | |
Taiwan | | | 7,171,992 | | | | — | | | | 7,171,992 | | | | — | |
Thailand | | | 1,017,561 | | | | — | | | | 1,017,561 | | | | — | |
United States | | | 814,846 | | | | 814,846 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Preferred Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brazil | | | 404,346 | | | | — | | | | 404,346 | | | | — | |
Chile | | | 502,707 | | | | — | | | | 502,707 | | | | — | |
South Korea | | | 1,666,923 | | | | — | | | | 1,666,923 | | | | — | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand | | | 210,891 | | | | 210,891 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Mutual Funds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Thailand | | | 353,356 | | | | — | | | | 353,356 | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 16,168,020 | | | | 16,168,020 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | 2,868,826 | | | | 2,447,585 | | | | 343,464 | | | | 77,777 | |
Total Assets | | $ | 58,485,479 | | | $ | 21,496,378 | | | $ | 36,911,324 | | | $ | 77,777 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Securities Sold Short | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United Kingdom | | $ | (511,909 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (511,909 | ) | | $ | — | |
Contracts For Difference | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Contracts | | | (3,668,093 | ) | | | (3,248,484 | ) | | | (419,609 | ) | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (4,180,002 | ) | | $ | (3,248,484 | ) | | $ | (931,518 | ) | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | |
| | Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | | | WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value †^ | | $ | 1,703,210,821 | | | $ | 876,130,355 | | | $ | 3,798,688 | | | $ | 29,539,729 | |
Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at value * | | | 259,310,624 | | | | 282,411,206 | | | | — | | | | 8,302,286 | |
Short-term investments, at value ** | | | 23,153,933 | | | | 8,299,974 | | | | 300,195 | | | | 513,862 | |
Purchased options, at value | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign currency, at value # | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,823 | |
Offering costs | | | — | | | | — | | | | 18,435 | | | | — | |
Receivables | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 9,963,439 | | | | 2,996,163 | | | | 118,750 | | | | 497,060 | |
Foreign currency deposits with brokers for securities sold short # | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Deposits with brokers for contracts for difference | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Deposits with brokers for securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Capital shares sold | | | 1,156,460 | | | | 1,168,981 | | | | 40,000 | | | | 2,976 | |
Dividends and interest | | | 3,134,199 | | | | 573,746 | | | | 997 | | | | 16,192 | |
Due from prime broker | | | — | | | | — | | | | 7,241 | | | | — | |
Unrealized appreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 130,900 | | | | 61,737 | | | | 18,973 | | | | 10,187 | |
Total assets | | | 2,000,060,376 | | | | 1,171,642,162 | | | | 4,303,279 | | | | 38,885,115 | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities sold short, at fair value ‡ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Options written, at value +◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Payables | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities lending collateral (Note 8) | | | 259,310,624 | | | | 282,411,206 | | | | — | | | | 8,302,286 | |
Investments purchased | | | — | | | | 2,575,236 | | | | 142,489 | | | | 471,880 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 821,173 | | | | 726,179 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investment advisory fees | | | 983,202 | | | | 614,432 | | | | — | | | | 14,913 | |
Custodian fees | | | 17,519 | | | | 9,343 | | | | 1,292 | | | | 4,711 | |
Distribution and service fees | | | 65,525 | | | | 93,127 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Dividends on securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting fees | | | 152,899 | | | | 59,508 | | | | 3,280 | | | | 6,032 | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 37,521 | | | | 44,309 | | | | 1,173 | | | | 526 | |
Unrealized depreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 67,495 | | | | 45,539 | | | | 3,688 | | | | 20,568 | |
Total liabilities | | | 261,455,958 | | | | 286,578,879 | | | | 151,922 | | | | 8,820,916 | |
Net Assets | | $ | 1,738,604,418 | | | $ | 885,063,283 | | | $ | 4,151,357 | | | $ | 30,064,199 | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 52,805 | | | $ | 29,566 | | | $ | 395 | | | $ | 1,427 | |
Paid-in Capital | | | 1,005,541,658 | | | | 605,452,370 | | | | 3,952,989 | | | | 20,854,208 | |
Total Distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 733,009,955 | | | | 279,581,347 | | | | 197,973 | | | | 9,208,564 | |
Net Assets | | $ | 1,738,604,418 | | | $ | 885,063,283 | | | $ | 4,151,357 | | | $ | 30,064,199 | |
INSTITUTIONAL CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,474,988,142 | | | $ | 782,465,728 | | | $ | 4,151,357 | | | $ | 30,064,199 | |
Shares outstanding | | | 44,761,891 | | | | 25,982,585 | | | | 394,750 | | | | 1,427,132 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 32.95 | | | $ | 30.12 | | | $ | 10.52 | | | $ | 21.07 | |
INVESTOR CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 263,616,276 | | | $ | 102,597,555 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Shares outstanding | | | 8,042,811 | | | | 3,583,638 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 32.78 | | | $ | 28.63 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
† | Investments in securities, at cost | | $ | 1,021,455,100 | | | $ | 612,787,354 | | | $ | 3,629,140 | | | $ | 22,112,161 | |
^ | Includes market value of securities on loan | | $ | 254,020,834 | | | $ | 276,697,447 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,250,950 | |
* | Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at cost | | $ | 259,310,624 | | | $ | 282,411,206 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,302,286 | |
** | Short-term investments, at cost | | $ | 23,153,933 | | | $ | 8,299,974 | | | $ | 300,195 | | | $ | 513,862 | |
| Purchased options, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
# | Foreign currency, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 2,810 | |
‡ | Proceeds received, securities sold short | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
+ | Premiums received, options written | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
◊ | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued) | |
| | Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund | | | Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | | | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value †^ | | $ | 22,499,403 | | | $ | 188,297,761 | | | $ | 24,645,904 | | | $ | 62,911,969 | |
Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at value * | | | — | | | | 23,127,754 | | | | — | | | | 9,178,187 | |
Short-term investments, at value ** | | | 743,611 | | | | 3,855,231 | | | | 799,034 | | | | 3,784,751 | |
Purchased options, at value | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 25,960 | |
Foreign currency, at value # | | | — | | | | — | | | | 285,419 | | | | — | |
Offering costs | | | 18,435 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Receivables | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 279,643 | | | | 751,457 | | | | 498,868 | | | | — | |
Foreign currency deposits with brokers for securities sold short # | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,284,758 | |
Deposits with brokers for contracts for difference | | | — | | | | — | | | | 140,000 | | | | — | |
Deposits with brokers for securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 12,130,580 | |
Capital shares sold | | | — | | | | 99,000 | | | | — | | | | 164,284 | |
Dividends and interest | | | 17,711 | | | | 856,830 | | | | 67,692 | | | | 102,229 | |
Due from prime broker | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Unrealized appreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | 66,326 | | | | — | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 18,973 | | | | 23,942 | | | | 29,365 | | | | 18,562 | |
Total assets | | | 23,577,776 | | | | 217,011,975 | | | | 26,532,608 | | | | 91,601,280 | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities sold short, at fair value ‡ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 15,580,999 | |
Options written, at value +◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Payables | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities lending collateral (Note 8) | | | — | | | | 23,127,754 | | | | — | | | | 9,178,187 | |
Investments purchased | | | 197,720 | | | | 1,264,658 | | | | 163,092 | | | | 243,030 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | — | | | | 2,835 | | | | — | | | | 4,031 | |
Investment advisory fees | | | 5,072 | | | | 150,352 | | | | 9,962 | | | | 82,601 | |
Custodian fees | | | — | | | | 25,637 | | | | 20,447 | | | | 9,291 | |
Distribution and service fees | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 4,042 | |
Dividends on securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting fees | | | 3,891 | | | | 17,282 | | | | 7,569 | | | | 11,457 | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 1,818 | | | | 2,306 | | | | 5,170 | | | | 2,593 | |
Unrealized depreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | — | | | | — | | | | 170,255 | | | | — | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 6,569 | | | | 31,121 | | | | 22,028 | | | | 57,046 | |
Total liabilities | | | 215,070 | | | | 24,621,945 | | | | 398,523 | | | | 25,173,277 | |
Net Assets | | $ | 23,362,706 | | | $ | 192,390,030 | | | $ | 26,134,085 | | | $ | 66,428,003 | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 2,405 | | | $ | 9,235 | | | $ | 2,605 | | | $ | 4,484 | |
Paid-in Capital | | | 24,310,388 | | | | 177,253,947 | | | | 26,818,493 | | | | 30,888,837 | |
Total Distributable earnings/(loss) | | | (950,087 | ) | | | 15,126,848 | | | | (687,013 | ) | | | 35,534,682 | |
Net Assets | | $ | 23,362,706 | | | $ | 192,390,030 | | | $ | 26,134,085 | | | $ | 66,428,003 | |
INSTITUTIONAL CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 23,362,706 | | | $ | 192,390,030 | | | $ | 26,134,085 | | | $ | 53,928,286 | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,404,585 | | | | 9,234,604 | | | | 2,605,083 | | | | 3,525,574 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 9.72 | | | $ | 20.83 | | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 15.30 | |
INVESTOR CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 12,499,717 | |
Shares outstanding | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 958,545 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 13.04 | |
† | Investments in securities, at cost | | $ | 23,332,337 | | | $ | 148,486,337 | | | $ | 24,247,569 | | | $ | 41,300,603 | |
^ | Includes market value of securities on loan | | $ | — | | | $ | 22,633,206 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,935,292 | |
* | Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | 23,127,754 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 9,178,187 | |
** | Short-term investments, at cost | | $ | 743,611 | | | $ | 3,855,231 | | | $ | 799,034 | | | $ | 3,784,751 | |
| Purchased options, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 18,438 | |
# | Foreign currency, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 286,002 | | | $ | 3,200,406 | |
‡ | Proceeds received, securities sold short | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 25,811,211 | |
+ | Premiums received, options written | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
◊ | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (concluded) | |
| | Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | | | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value †^ | | $ | 723,224,440 | | | $ | 99,384,076 | | | $ | 39,448,633 | |
Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at value * | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-term investments, at value ** | | | 3,404,931 | | | | 9,537,352 | | | | 16,168,020 | |
Purchased options, at value | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign currency, at value# | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Offering costs | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Receivables | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 8,238,655 | | | | 3,116,588 | | | | 1,271,008 | |
Foreign currency deposits with brokers for securities sold short # | | | 63,119,222 | | | | 54,608 | | | | 577,914 | |
Deposits with brokers for contracts for difference | | | 1,684,557 | | | | 201,351 | | | | 10,802,659 | |
Deposits with brokers for securities sold short | | | 187,771,568 | | | | 39,748,926 | | | | 996,434 | |
Capital shares sold | | | 3,650,731 | | | | 218,266 | | | | 1,042 | |
Dividends and interest | | | 1,520,024 | | | | 633,402 | | | | 80,860 | |
Due from prime broker | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Unrealized appreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | 6,057,347 | | | | 543,542 | | | | 2,868,828 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 60,454 | | | | 33,628 | | | | 366,625 | |
Total assets | | | 998,731,929 | | | | 153,471,739 | | | | 72,582,023 | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities sold short, at fair value ‡ | | | 229,742,416 | | | | 38,809,486 | | | | 511,909 | |
Options written, at value +◊ | | | — | | | | 132,038 | | | | — | |
Payables | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities lending collateral (Note 8) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments purchased | | | 14,055,426 | | | | 4,067,767 | | | | 444,468 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 540,604 | | | | 159,647 | | | | 749 | |
Investment advisory fees | | | 668,283 | | | | 81,513 | | | | 90,082 | |
Custodian fees | | | 30,123 | | | | 24,718 | | | | 28,671 | |
Distribution and service fees | | | 2,016 | | | | 1,255 | | | | — | |
Dividends on securities sold short | | | 137,243 | | | | 27,637 | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting fees | | | 111,118 | | | | 33,111 | | | | 15,967 | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 50,877 | | | | 13,424 | | | | 588 | |
Unrealized depreciation on contracts for difference ◊ | | | 1,128,594 | | | | 231,793 | | | | 3,668,092 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 361,443 | | | | 64,318 | | | | 117,973 | |
Total liabilities | | | 246,828,143 | | | | 43,646,707 | | | | 4,878,499 | |
Net Assets | | $ | 751,903,786 | | | $ | 109,825,032 | | | $ | 67,703,524 | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 45,649 | | | $ | 8,068 | | | $ | 6,227 | |
Paid-in Capital | | | 405,535,522 | | | | 108,671,744 | | | | 68,412,454 | |
Total Distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 346,322,615 | | | | 1,145,220 | | | | (715,157 | ) |
Net Assets | | $ | 751,903,786 | | | $ | 109,825,032 | | | $ | 67,703,524 | |
INSTITUTIONAL CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 740,818,201 | | | $ | 104,800,319 | | | $ | 67,703,524 | |
Shares outstanding | | | 44,955,357 | | | | 7,693,664 | | | | 6,226,789 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 16.48 | | | $ | 13.62 | | | $ | 10.87 | |
INVESTOR CLASS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 11,085,585 | | | $ | 5,024,713 | | | $ | — | |
Shares outstanding | | | 693,545 | | | | 374,399 | | | | — | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 15.98 | | | $ | 13.42 | | | $ | — | |
† | Investments in securities, at cost | | $ | 490,367,991 | | | $ | 84,784,077 | | | $ | 37,127,636 | |
^ | Includes market value of securities on loan | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
** | Short-term investments, at cost | | $ | 3,404,931 | | | $ | 9,537,352 | | | $ | 16,168,020 | |
| Purchased options, at cost | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
# | Foreign currency, at cost | | $ | 63,650,566 | | | $ | 61,147 | | | $ | 584,092 | |
‡ | Proceeds received, securities sold short | | $ | 257,638,505 | | | $ | 43,016,983 | | | $ | 274,637 | |
+ | Premiums received, options written | | $ | — | | | $ | 385,661 | | | $ | — | |
◊ | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |
| | Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | | | WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund* | | | WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends † | | $ | 15,575,187 | | | $ | 6,477,281 | | | $ | 3,288 | | | $ | 207,469 | |
Interest | | | 1,157 | | | | 631 | | | | — | | | | 11 | |
Income from securities loaned (Note 8) | | | 47,311 | | | | 74,228 | | | | — | | | | 3,386 | |
Total investment income | | | 15,623,655 | | | | 6,552,140 | | | | 3,288 | | | | 210,866 | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 6,686,722 | | | | 3,744,277 | | | | 4,917 | | | | 113,856 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 600,865 | | | | 334,281 | | | | 1,308 | | | | 6,785 | |
Distribution fees (Investor Class) (Note 2) | | | 341,892 | | | | 129,528 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 337,528 | | | | 148,071 | | | | 3,280 | | | | 12,869 | |
Director’s fees | | | 103,076 | | | | 46,719 | | | | — | | | | 1,500 | |
Legal fees | | | 100,868 | | | | 48,012 | | | | 19 | | | | 1,493 | |
Officer’s fees | | | 75,396 | | | | 39,806 | | | | — | | | | 1,244 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 44,169 | | | | 33,350 | | | | 371 | | | | 669 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 29,643 | | | | 12,370 | | | | 1,292 | | | | 7,121 | |
Registration fees | | | 21,970 | | | | 19,932 | | | | — | | | | 11,750 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 19,713 | | | | 19,729 | | | | 5,374 | | | | 19,319 | |
Offering expense | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,402 | | | | — | |
Other expenses | | | 61,616 | | | | 24,298 | | | | 6,373 | | | | 3,452 | |
Dividend expense on securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Prime broker interest expense | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 8,423,458 | | | | 4,600,373 | | | | 24,336 | | | | 180,058 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped (Note 2) | | | (421,475 | ) | | | (109,863 | ) | | | (18,327 | ) | | | (23,503 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 8,001,983 | | | | 4,490,510 | | | | 6,009 | | | | 156,555 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 7,621,672 | | | | 2,061,630 | | | | (2,721 | ) | | | 54,311 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | 73,360,691 | | | | 24,068,095 | | | | 31,146 | | | | 2,040,782 | |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts for difference ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | 3,686 | | | | (36 | ) | | | — | | | | (385 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | (23,228,944 | ) | | | (28,670,551 | ) | | | 169,548 | | | | 815,457 | |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Contracts for difference ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign currency translation | | | (32 | ) | | | 3 | | | | — | | | | 14 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) | | | 50,135,401 | | | | (4,602,489 | ) | | | 200,694 | | | | 2,855,868 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | $ | 57,757,073 | | | $ | (2,540,859 | ) | | $ | 197,973 | | | $ | 2,910,179 | |
† | Net of foreign withholding taxes of | | $ | (50,661 | ) | | $ | (2,988 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (1,541 | ) |
* | The Fund commenced operations on December 29, 2021. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
** | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (continued) | |
| | Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund* | | | Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | | | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends † | | $ | 46,426 | | | $ | 2,320,932 | | | $ | 196,694 | | | $ | 469,160 | |
Interest | | | 5 | | | | 78 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Income from securities loaned (Note 8) | | | — | | | | 5,009 | | | | — | | | | 5,654 | |
Total investment income | | | 46,431 | | | | 2,326,019 | | | | 196,694 | | | | 474,814 | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 29,086 | | | | 840,637 | | | | 88,970 | | | | 701,343 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 1,818 | | | | 51,548 | | | | 616 | | | | 18,321 | |
Distribution fees (Investor Class) (Note 2) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 14,443 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 3,891 | | | | 41,064 | | | | 13,830 | | | | 19,908 | |
Director’s fees | | | — | | | | 10,273 | | | | 1,204 | | | | 3,524 | |
Legal fees | | | 19 | | | | 9,852 | | | | 1,332 | | | | 3,790 | |
Officer’s fees | | | — | | | | 4,533 | | | | 1,166 | | | | 2,103 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 354 | | | | 4,389 | | | | 683 | | | | 1,268 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 1,583 | | | | 33,805 | | | | 34,130 | | | | 5,761 | |
Registration fees | | | 5,816 | | | | 9,820 | | | | 9,731 | | | | 16,022 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 5,853 | | | | 22,355 | | | | 28,895 | | | | 27,226 | |
Offering expense | | | 1,402 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Other expenses | | | 584 | | | | 6,400 | | | | 9,949 | | | | 4,732 | |
Dividend expense on securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 18,989 | |
Prime broker interest expense | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 132,910 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 50,406 | | | | 1,034,676 | | | | 190,506 | | | | 970,340 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped (Note 2) | | | (17,683 | ) | | | (147,339 | ) | | | (71,879 | ) | | | (192,874 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 32,723 | | | | 887,337 | | | | 118,627 | | | | 777,466 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 13,708 | | | | 1,438,682 | | | | 78,067 | | | | (302,652 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | (130,975 | ) | | | 9,808,979 | | | | (1,113,520 | ) | | | 4,285,007 | |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (40,961 | ) |
Securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,304,289 | |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 126,303 | |
Contracts for difference ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | 385,905 | | | | (1,060,444 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | 84 | | | | (15,072 | ) | | | (18,277 | ) | | | 572 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | (832,934 | ) | | | (7,131,150 | ) | | | (1,625,486 | ) | | | (4,320,275 | ) |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 7,522 | |
Securities sold short | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,031,036 | |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (143,836 | ) |
Contracts for difference ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | (221,482 | ) | | | 494,271 | |
Foreign currency translation | | | 30 | | | | (22,647 | ) | | | (2,662 | ) | | | (66,712 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) | | | (963,795 | ) | | | 2,640,110 | | | | (2,595,522 | ) | | | 7,616,772 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | $ | (950,087 | ) | | $ | 4,078,792 | | | $ | (2,517,455 | ) | | $ | 7,314,120 | |
† | Net of foreign withholding taxes of | | $ | (2,281 | ) | | $ | (144,468 | ) | | $ | (34,324 | ) | | $ | (7,096 | ) |
* | The Fund commenced operations on December 29, 2021. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
** | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (concluded) | |
| | Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | | | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends † | | $ | 5,827,693 | | | $ | 1,706,862 | | | $ | 301,839 | |
Interest | | | 17 | | | | 88 | | | | — | |
Income from securities loaned (Note 8) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total investment income | | | 5,827,710 | | | | 1,706,950 | | | | 301,839 | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 4,782,230 | | | | 789,537 | | | | 383,833 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 187,863 | | | | 5,039 | | | | 7,607 | |
Distribution fees (Investor Class) (Note 2) | | | 12,504 | | | | 5,489 | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 137,144 | | | | 22,933 | | | | 18,386 | |
Director’s fees | | | 46,374 | | | | 6,095 | | | | 3,262 | |
Legal fees | | | 40,182 | | | | 5,465 | | | | 8,768 | |
Officer’s fees | | | 26,170 | | | | 2,559 | | | | 3,423 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 31,603 | | | | 11,079 | | | | 2,242 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 38,670 | | | | 27,588 | | | | 51,146 | |
Registration fees | | | 21,248 | | | | 19,048 | | | | 8,211 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 29,898 | | | | 26,170 | | | | 34,273 | |
Offering expense | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Other expenses | | | 80,397 | | | | 52,094 | | | | 4,645 | |
Dividend expense on securities sold short | | | 1,102,073 | | | | 250,587 | | | | 5,136 | |
Prime broker interest expense | | | 519,850 | | | | 101,849 | | | | 1,588 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 7,056,206 | | | | 1,325,532 | | | | 532,520 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped (Note 2) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (95,905 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 7,056,206 | | | | 1,325,532 | | | | 436,615 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (1,228,496 | ) | | | 381,418 | | | | (134,776 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | 90,908,117 | | | | 9,027,208 | | | | (1,653,931 | ) |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Securities sold short | | | 26,249,465 | | | | 1,057,623 | | | | 99 | |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | (339,376 | ) | | | — | |
Contracts for difference ** | | | 9,224,448 | | | | 425,691 | | | | 1,633,946 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | (2,497,429 | ) | | | 10,851 | | | | (34,079 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment securities | | | (55,954,887 | ) | | | (5,739,627 | ) | | | (1,870,528 | ) |
Purchased options ** | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Securities sold short | | | 7,031,589 | | | | 6,379,224 | | | | (10,813 | ) |
Options written ** | | | — | | | | 350,332 | | | | — | |
Contracts for difference ** | | | 2,146,127 | | | | 401,347 | | | | (807,814 | ) |
Foreign currency translation | | | 96,570 | | | | (27,815 | ) | | | (9,232 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) | | | 77,204,000 | | | | 11,545,458 | | | | (2,752,352 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | $ | 75,975,504 | | | $ | 11,926,876 | | | $ | (2,887,128 | ) |
† | Net of foreign withholding taxes of | | $ | (156,428 | ) | | $ | (73,157 | ) | | $ | (54,314 | ) |
** | Primary risk exposure is equity contracts. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS | |
| | Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund | | | Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 7,621,672 | | | $ | 12,802,459 | | | $ | 2,061,630 | | | $ | 3,765,826 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | 73,364,377 | | | | 76,613,791 | | | | 24,068,059 | | | | 107,612,579 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (23,228,976 | ) | | | 407,462,982 | | | | (28,670,548 | ) | | | 201,239,288 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 57,757,073 | | | | 496,879,232 | | | | (2,540,859 | ) | | | 312,617,693 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | (89,636,021 | ) | | | (18,329,964 | ) | | | (52,624,831 | ) | | | (3,423,336 | ) |
Investor Class | | | (14,088,626 | ) | | | (3,338,171 | ) | | | (7,067,459 | ) | | | (287,949 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (103,724,647 | ) | | | (21,668,135 | ) | | | (59,692,290 | ) | | | (3,711,285 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 164,567,605 | | | | 501,357,685 | | | | 110,259,663 | | | | 225,304,064 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 74,080,238 | | | | 14,385,927 | | | | 49,549,396 | | | | 3,242,192 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (377,542,416 | ) | | | (313,709,186 | ) | | | (99,108,109 | ) | | | (225,779,177 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 11,205,377 | | | | 35,551,451 | | | | 7,477,673 | | | | 19,042,885 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 13,527,130 | | | | 3,215,582 | | | | 6,920,636 | | | | 281,646 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (34,270,299 | ) | | | (57,235,933 | ) | | | (8,526,802 | ) | | | (30,655,523 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | (148,432,365 | ) | | | 183,565,526 | | | | 66,572,457 | | | | (8,563,913 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (194,399,939 | ) | | | 658,776,623 | | | | 4,339,308 | | | | 300,342,495 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 1,933,004,357 | | | | 1,274,227,734 | | | | 880,723,975 | | | | 580,381,480 | |
End of period | | $ | 1,738,604,418 | | | $ | 1,933,004,357 | | | $ | 885,063,283 | | | $ | 880,723,975 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 4,898,079 | | | | 16,405,789 | | | | 3,523,687 | | | | 7,949,707 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 2,283,608 | | | | 520,287 | | | | 1,643,429 | | | | 126,254 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (11,389,257 | ) | | | (10,900,947 | ) | | | (3,193,902 | ) | | | (7,967,029 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (4,207,570 | ) | | | 6,025,129 | | | | 1,973,214 | | | | 108,932 | |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 336,084 | | | | 1,161,168 | | | | 246,017 | | | | 681,769 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 419,056 | | | | 116,803 | | | | 241,305 | | | | 11,491 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,035,935 | ) | | | (2,013,653 | ) | | | (288,783 | ) | | | (1,146,893 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (280,795 | ) | | | (735,682 | ) | | | 198,539 | | | | (453,633 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued) | |
| | WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund | | WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | |
| | | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022* | | | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | $ | (2,721 | ) | | $ | 54,311 | | | $ | 99,311 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | | 31,146 | | | | 2,040,397 | | | | 5,785,775 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | �� | | 169,548 | | | | 815,471 | | | | 5,431,722 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | | 197,973 | | | | 2,910,179 | | | | 11,316,808 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | — | | | | (417,759 | ) | | | (144,307 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | | — | | | | (417,759 | ) | | | (144,307 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | | 3,975,286 | | | | 722,773 | | | | 1,232,374 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | | — | | | | 392,172 | | | | 133,250 | |
Shares redeemed | | | | (21,902 | ) | | | (1,145,315 | ) | | | (4,086,219 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | | 3,953,384 | | | | (30,370 | ) | | | (2,720,595 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | | 4,151,357 | | | | 2,462,050 | | | | 8,451,906 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | | — | | | | 27,602,149 | | | | 19,150,243 | |
End of period | | | $ | 4,151,357 | | | $ | 30,064,199 | | | $ | 27,602,149 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | | 396,850 | | | | 35,884 | | | | 72,593 | |
Shares reinvested | | | | — | | | | 19,717 | | | | 9,209 | |
Shares redeemed | | | | (2,100 | ) | | | (56,044 | ) | | | (255,753 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | | 394,750 | | | | (443 | ) | | | (173,951 | ) |
* | The Fund commenced operations on December 29, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued) | |
| | Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund | | Boston Partners Global Equity Fund | |
| | | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022* | | | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | $ | 13,708 | | | $ | 1,438,682 | | | $ | 2,256,013 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | | (130,891 | ) | | | 9,793,907 | | | | 20,918,171 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | | (832,904 | ) | | | (7,153,797 | ) | | | 25,093,512 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | | (950,087 | ) | | | 4,078,792 | | | | 48,267,696 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | — | | | | (3,282,335 | ) | | | (2,917,436 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | | — | | | | (3,282,335 | ) | | | (2,917,436 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | | 24,312,793 | | | | 8,321,818 | | | | 21,725,184 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | | — | | | | 3,267,140 | | | | 2,898,546 | |
Shares redeemed | | | | — | | | | (3,428,773 | ) | | | (64,010,620 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | | 24,312,793 | | | | 8,160,185 | | | | (39,386,890 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | | 23,362,706 | | | | 8,956,642 | | | | 5,963,370 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | | — | | | | 183,433,388 | | | | 177,470,018 | |
End of period | | | $ | 23,362,706 | | | $ | 192,390,030 | | | $ | 183,433,388 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | | 2,404,585 | | | | 398,181 | | | | 1,220,384 | |
Shares reinvested | | | | — | | | | 160,232 | | | | 169,110 | |
Shares redeemed | | | | — | | | | (166,524 | ) | | | (4,261,605 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | | 2,404,585 | | | | 391,889 | | | | (2,872,111 | ) |
* | The Fund commenced operations on December 29, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued) | |
| | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund | | | Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 78,067 | | | $ | 255,868 | | | $ | (302,652 | ) | | $ | (643,602 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | (745,892 | ) | | | 2,811,163 | | | | 6,614,766 | | | | 4,814,970 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (1,849,630 | ) | | | 553,755 | | | | 1,002,006 | | | | 12,535,721 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2,517,455 | ) | | | 3,620,786 | | | | 7,314,120 | | | | 16,707,089 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | (1,230,604 | ) | | | (129,801 | ) | | | (2,222,370 | ) | | | (19,343,437 | ) |
Investor Class | | | — | | | | — | | | | (568,709 | ) | | | (4,425,358 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1,230,604 | ) | | | (129,801 | ) | | | (2,791,079 | ) | | | (23,768,795 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 4,922,573 | | | | 3,599,996 | | | | 4,575,162 | | | | 8,277,400 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 1,230,604 | | | | 129,801 | | | | 2,118,791 | | | | 16,162,041 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | | | | (6,079,767 | ) | | | (37,972,243 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,222,949 | | | | 1,072,862 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 549,395 | | | | 4,320,241 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | | | | (1,604,293 | ) | | | (6,939,937 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | 6,153,177 | | | | 3,729,797 | | | | 782,237 | | | | (15,079,636 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 2,405,118 | | | | 7,220,782 | | | | 5,305,278 | | | | (22,141,342 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 23,728,967 | | | | 16,508,185 | | | | 61,122,725 | | | | 83,264,067 | |
End of period | | $ | 26,134,085 | | | $ | 23,728,967 | | | $ | 66,428,003 | | | $ | 61,122,725 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 471,060 | | | | 315,790 | | | | 308,485 | | | | 631,527 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 120,176 | | | | 11,507 | | | | 149,316 | | | | 1,349,085 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | | | | (418,259 | ) | | | (3,033,707 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | 591,236 | | | | 327,297 | | | | 39,542 | | | | (1,053,095 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | — | | | | — | | | | 94,762 | | | | 90,753 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 45,405 | | | | 418,628 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | | | | (128,278 | ) | | | (624,820 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 11,889 | | | | (115,439 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued) | |
| | Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund | | | Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (1,228,496 | ) | | $ | (5,767,638 | ) | | $ | 381,418 | | | $ | (95,299 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | 123,884,601 | | | | 104,890,897 | | | | 10,181,997 | | | | 22,984,275 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (46,680,601 | ) | | | 98,666,760 | | | | 1,363,461 | | | | 4,347,486 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 75,975,504 | | | | 197,790,019 | | | | 11,926,876 | | | | 27,236,462 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | (86,584,443 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (79,283 | ) |
Investor Class | | | (1,150,099 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (87,734,542 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (79,283 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 51,468,635 | | | | 111,796,131 | | | | 14,540,236 | | | | 12,739,191 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 45,172,097 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 63,426 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (152,788,714 | ) | | | (580,201,382 | ) | | | (23,870,336 | ) | | | (66,774,935 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 1,465,638 | | | | 1,467,210 | | | | 1,336,035 | | | | 973,085 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 1,144,023 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,584,053 | ) | | | (19,465,861 | ) | | | (1,758,838 | ) | | | (3,671,460 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | (55,122,374 | ) | | | (486,403,902 | ) | | | (9,752,903 | ) | | | (56,670,693 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (66,881,412 | ) | | | (288,613,883 | ) | | | 2,173,973 | | | | (29,513,514 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 818,785,198 | | | | 1,107,399,081 | | | | 107,651,059 | | | | 137,164,573 | |
End of period | | $ | 751,903,786 | | | $ | 818,785,198 | | | $ | 109,825,032 | | | $ | 107,651,059 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,101,633 | | | | 7,333,928 | | | | 1,114,568 | | | | 1,153,067 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 2,891,940 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,955 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (9,101,907 | ) | | | (40,620,501 | ) | | | (1,853,199 | ) | | | (6,184,959 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (3,108,334 | ) | | | (33,286,573 | ) | | | (738,631 | ) | | | (5,025,937 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 91,621 | | | | 102,009 | | | | 102,727 | | | | 90,220 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 75,463 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (96,938 | ) | | | (1,357,505 | ) | | | (141,167 | ) | | | (333,800 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | 70,146 | | | | (1,255,496 | ) | | | (38,440 | ) | | | (243,580 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | (unaudited) |
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (concluded) | |
| | Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (134,776 | ) | | $ | (94,419 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency | | | (53,965 | ) | | | 7,022,105 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments and foreign currency translation | | | (2,698,387 | ) | | | (138,717 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2,887,128 | ) | | | 6,788,969 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | (36,249 | ) | | | (5,338,757 | ) |
Investor Class | | | — | | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (36,249 | ) | | | (5,338,757 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Capital transactions: | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 10,349,370 | | | | 9,772,909 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 35,160 | | | | 5,215,269 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,187,250 | ) | | | (15,184,277 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital transactions | | | 9,197,280 | | | | (196,099 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 6,273,903 | | | | 1,254,113 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net assets: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 61,429,621 | | | | 60,175,508 | |
End of period | | $ | 67,703,524 | | | $ | 61,429,621 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Share transactions: | | | | | | | | |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 961,369 | | | | 861,963 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 3,301 | | | | 461,937 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (108,269 | ) | | | (1,310,319 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | 856,401 | | | | 13,581 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS | Per Share Operating Performance |
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each class of shares outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | | Net Investment Income/ (Loss)* | | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/ (Loss) on Investments | | Net Increase/ (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | | Dividends to Shareholders from Net Investment Income | | Distributions to Shareholders from Net Realized Gains | | Total Dividend and Distributions to Shareholders |
Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 33.77 | | | | $ | 0.14 | | | | $ | 0.85 | | | | $ | 0.99 | | | | $ | (0.33 | ) | | | $ | (1.48 | ) | | | $ | (1.81 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 24.53 | | | | | 0.26 | | | | | 9.43 | | | | | 9.69 | | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | | (0.45 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 24.97 | | | | | 0.36 | | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | | 0.28 | | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | | (0.72 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 27.86 | | | | | 0.34 | | | | | (1.76 | ) | | | | (1.42 | ) | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | | (1.18 | ) | | | | (1.47 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 25.57 | | | | | 0.22 | | | | | 3.20 | | | | | 3.42 | | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | | (0.95 | ) | | | | (1.13 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 23.12 | | | | | 0.20 | | | | | 3.17 | | | | | 3.37 | | | | | (0.27 | ) | | | | (0.65 | ) | | | | (0.92 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 33.56 | | | | $ | 0.10 | | | | $ | 0.84 | | | | $ | 0.94 | | | | $ | (0.24 | ) | | | $ | (1.48 | ) | | | $ | (1.72 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 24.39 | | | | | 0.18 | | | | | 9.38 | | | | | 9.56 | | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | | (0.39 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 24.82 | | | | | 0.30 | | | | | (0.09 | ) | | | | 0.21 | | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | | (0.64 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 27.69 | | | | | 0.27 | | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | | (1.48 | ) | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | | (1.18 | ) | | | | (1.39 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 25.42 | | | | | 0.16 | | | | | 3.18 | | | | | 3.34 | | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | | (0.95 | ) | | | | (1.07 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 23.00 | | | | | 0.14 | | | | | 3.15 | | | | | 3.29 | | | | | (0.22 | ) | | | | (0.65 | ) | | | | (0.87 | ) |
Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 32.34 | | | | $ | 0.08 | | | | $ | (0.15 | ) | | | $ | (0.07 | ) | | | $ | (0.12 | ) | | | $ | (2.03 | ) | | | $ | (2.15 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 21.06 | | | | | 0.15 | | | | | 11.27 | | | | | 11.42 | | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.14 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 23.42 | | | | | 0.20 | | | | | (1.94 | ) | | | | (1.74 | ) | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | | (0.34 | ) | | | | (0.62 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 27.74 | | | | | 0.23 | | | | | (3.12 | ) | | | | (2.89 | ) | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | | (1.31 | ) | | | | (1.43 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 24.96 | | | | | 0.21 | | | | | 3.75 | | | | | 3.96 | | | | | (0.20 | ) | | | | (0.98 | ) | | | | (1.18 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 23.00 | | | | | 0.13 | | | | | 2.38 | | | | | 2.51 | | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | | (0.34 | ) | | | | (0.55 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 30.81 | | | | $ | 0.04 | | | | $ | (0.15 | ) | | | $ | (0.11 | ) | | | $ | (0.04 | ) | | | $ | (2.03 | ) | | | $ | (2.07 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 20.07 | | | | | 0.07 | | | | | 10.75 | | | | | 10.82 | | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.08 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 22.33 | | | | | 0.15 | | | | | (1.85 | ) | | | | (1.70 | ) | | | | (0.22 | ) | | | | (0.34 | ) | | | | (0.56 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 26.53 | | | | | 0.16 | | | | | (2.99 | ) | | | | (2.83 | ) | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | | (1.31 | ) | | | | (1.37 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 23.92 | | | | | 0.14 | | | | | 3.59 | | | | | 3.73 | | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | (0.98 | ) | | | | (1.12 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 22.06 | | | | | 0.07 | | | | | 2.29 | | | | | 2.36 | | | | | (0.16 | ) | | | | (0.34 | ) | | | | (0.50 | ) |
WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
12/29/21** through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 10.00 | | | | $ | (0.01 | ) | | | $ | 0.53 | | | | $ | 0.52 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | |
WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 19.33 | | | | $ | 0.04 | | | | $ | 2.00 | | | | $ | 2.04 | | | | $ | (0.07 | ) | | | $ | (0.23 | ) | | | $ | (0.30 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 11.96 | | | | | 0.07 | | | | | 7.39 | | | | | 7.46 | | | | | (0.09 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.09 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 13.19 | | | | | 0.09 | | | | | (1.26 | ) | | | | (1.17 | ) | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.06 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 17.52 | | | | | 0.06 | | | | | (3.36 | ) | | | | (3.30 | ) | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | | (0.98 | ) | | | | (1.03 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 16.13 | | | | | 0.04 | | | | | 2.50 | | | | | 2.54 | | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | | (1.09 | ) | | | | (1.15 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 15.50 | | | | | 0.05 | | | | | 0.65 | | | | | 0.70 | | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.07 | ) |
† | Unaudited. |
* | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
** | Commencement of operations. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued) | Per Share Operating Performance |
Redemption Fees*^ | | Net Asset Value, End of Period | | Total Investment Return1,2 | | | Net Assets, End of Period (000) | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupment if any3 | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any (Excluding Dividend and Interest Expense) | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets Without Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any | | Ratio of Net Investment Income/(Loss) to Average Net Assets With Waivers and Reimbursements | | Portfolio Turnover Rate |
| |
| $— | | | | $ | 32.95 | | | | | 3.03 | % | | | | $ | 1,474,988 | | | | | 0.80 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.85 | %4 | | | 0.83 | %4 | | | 9 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 33.77 | | | | | 39.91 | | | | | | 1,653,698 | | | | | 0.80 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.83 | | | | 0.86 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 24.53 | | | | | 0.84 | | | | | | 1,053,301 | | | | | 0.80 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.46 | | | | 37 | |
| — | | | | | 24.97 | | | | | (4.65 | ) | | | | | 1,561,229 | | | | | 0.80 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.82 | | | | 1.34 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 27.86 | | | | | 13.70 | | | | | | 1,853,976 | | | | | 0.80 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.80 | | | | 0.83 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 25.57 | | | | | 14.88 | | | | | | 1,370,288 | | | | | 0.80 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 0.88 | | | | 0.83 | | | | 27 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 32.78 | | | | | 2.91 | % | | | | | $263,616 | | | | | 1.05 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.10 | %4 | | | 0.58 | %4 | | | 9 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 33.56 | | | | | 39.57 | | | | | | 279,306 | | | | | 1.05 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.08 | | | | 0.61 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 24.39 | | | | | 0.59 | | | | | | 220,927 | | | | | 1.05 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.09 | | | | 1.21 | | | | 37 | |
| — | | | | | 24.82 | | | | | (4.90 | ) | | | | | 320,962 | | | | | 1.05 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.07 | | | | 1.09 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 27.69 | | | | | 13.44 | | | | | | 510,737 | | | | | 1.05 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.05 | | | | 0.58 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 25.42 | | | | | 14.56 | | | | | | 426,904 | | | | | 1.05 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.13 | | | | 0.58 | | | | 27 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 30.12 | | | | | (0.23 | )% | | | | | $782,466 | | | | | 0.99 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.01 | %4 | | | 0.50 | %4 | | | 10 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 32.34 | | | | | 54.40 | | | | | | 776,442 | | | | | 0.99 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.01 | | | | 0.52 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 21.06 | | | | | (7.88 | ) | | | | | 503,349 | | | | | 1.07 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.09 | | | | 0.94 | | | | 46 | |
| — | | | | | 23.42 | | | | | (9.92 | ) | | | | | 421,429 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.16 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 29 | |
| — | | | | | 27.74 | | | | | 16.25 | | | | | | 476,179 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.14 | | | | 0.78 | | | | 40 | |
| — | | | | | 24.96 | | | | | 10.92 | | | | | | 362,674 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.18 | | | | 0.53 | | | | 24 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 28.63 | | | | | (0.38 | )% | | | | | $102,598 | | | | | 1.24 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.26 | %4 | | | 0.25 | %4 | | | 10 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 30.81 | | | | | 54,01 | | | | | | 104,282 | | | | | 1.24 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.26 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 33 | |
| — | | | | | 20.07 | | | | | (8.07 | ) | | | | | 77,032 | | | | | 1.32 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.34 | | | | 0.69 | | | | 46 | |
| — | | | | | 22.33 | | | | | (10.20 | ) | | | | | 122,703 | | | | | 1.35 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.41 | | | | 0.72 | | | | 29 | |
| — | | | | | 26.53 | | | | | 15.94 | | | | | | 144,315 | | | | | 1.35 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.39 | | | | 0.53 | | | | 40 | |
| — | | | | | 23.92 | | | | | 10.68 | | | | | | 159,271 | | | | | 1.35 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.43 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 24 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 10.52 | | | | | 5.20 | % | | | | | $4,151 | | | | | 1.10 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 4.45 | %4 | | | (0.50 | %)4 | | | 25 | %5 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 21.07 | | | | | 10.63 | % | | | | | $30,064 | | | | | 1.10 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.27 | %4 | | | 0.38 | %4 | | | 46 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 19.33 | | | | | 62.66 | | | | | | 27,602 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.28 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 114 | |
| — | | | | | 11.96 | | | | | (8.92 | ) | | | | | 19,150 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.31 | | | | 0.74 | | | | 123 | |
| — | | | | | 13.19 | | | | | (18.85 | ) | | | | | 22,273 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.23 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 79 | |
| — | | | | | 17.52 | | | | | 16.16 | | | | | | 32,436 | | | | | 1.09 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.11 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 80 | |
| — | | | | | 16.13 | | | | | 4.50 | | | | | | 30,781 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | N/A | | | | | 1.29 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 78 | |
1 | Total return is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period and is not annualized if period is less than one year. |
2 | Redemption fees, if any, are reflected in total return calculations. |
3 | Beginning on September 1, 2018, the expense limitation includes acquired fund fees and expenses (AFFE). AFFE are not reflected as expenses in these financial statements and therefore this may cause the net expense ratios after waivers/reimbursements to be lower than the expense limitation in place. |
4 | Annualized |
5 | Not Annualized |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued) | Per Share Operating Performance |
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each class of shares outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | | Net Investment Income/ (Loss)* | | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/ (Loss) on Investments | | Net Increase/ (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | | Dividends to Shareholders from Net Investment Income | | Distributions to Shareholders from Net Realized Gains | | Total Dividend and Distributions to Shareholders |
Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
12/29/21** through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 10.00 | | | | $ | 0.01 | | | | $ | (0.29 | ) | | | $ | (0.28 | ) | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | |
Boston Partners Global Equity Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 20.74 | | | | $ | 0.16 | | | | $ | 0.29 | | | | $ | 0.45 | | | | $ | (0.36 | ) | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (0.36 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 15.15 | | | | | 0.25 | | | | | 5.69 | | | | | 5.94 | | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.35 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 15.91 | | | | | 0.15 | | | | | (0.67 | ) | | | | (0.52 | ) | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.24 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 18.73 | | | | | 0.25 | | | | | (1.79 | ) | | | | (1.54 | ) | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | | (1.28 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 17.39 | | | | | 0.16 | | | | | 1.56 | | | | | 1.72 | | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | | (0.26 | ) | | | | (0.38 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 15.60 | | | | | 0.14 | | | | | 1.95 | | | | | 2.09 | | | | | (0.30 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.30 | ) |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 11.78 | | | | $ | 0.04 | | | | $ | (1.18 | ) | | | $ | (1.14 | ) | | | $ | (0.46 | ) | | | $ | (0.15 | ) | | | $ | (0.61 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 9.79 | | | | | 0.13 | | | | | 1.94 | | | | | 2.07 | | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.08 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 9.18 | | | | | 0.21 | | | | | 0.89 | | | | | 1.10 | | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.49 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 9.13 | | | | | 0.13 | | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | | 0.05 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
10/17/17** through 8/31/18 | | | | 10.00 | | | | | 0.05 | | | | | (0.86 | ) | | | | (0.81 | ) | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.06 | ) |
Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 14.21 | | | | $ | (0.07 | ) | | | $ | 1.80 | | | | $ | 1.73 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (0.64 | ) | | | $ | (0.64 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 15.15 | | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | | 3.69 | | | | | 3.57 | | | | | — | | | | | (4.51 | ) | | | | (4.51 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 17.74 | | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | (0.70 | ) | | | | (0.84 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | | (1.75 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 20.51 | | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | | (1.06 | ) | | | | (1.24 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (1.53 | ) | | | | (1.53 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 20.96 | | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | | 0.07 | | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.17 | ) | | | | (0.17 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 20.09 | | | | | (0.26 | ) | | | | 1.13 | | | | | 0.87 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 12.22 | | | | $ | (0.07 | ) | | | $ | 1.53 | | | | $ | 1.46 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (0.64 | ) | | | $ | (0.64 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 13.64 | | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | 3.23 | | | | | 3.09 | | | | | — | | | | | (4.51 | ) | | | | (4.51 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 16.17 | | | | | (0.16 | ) | | | | (0.62 | ) | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | | (1.75 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 18.88 | | | | | (0.20 | ) | | | | (0.98 | ) | | | | (1.18 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (1.53 | ) | | | | (1.53 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 19.36 | | | | | (0.38 | ) | | | | 0.07 | | | | | (0.31 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.17 | ) | | | | (0.17 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 18.60 | | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | | 1.05 | | | | | 0.76 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
† | Unaudited. |
* | Calculated based on average shares outstanding. |
** | Commencement of operations. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued) | Per Share Operating Performance |
Redemption Fees*^ | | Net Asset Value, End of Period | | Total Investment Return1,2 | | Net Assets, End of Period (000) | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupment if any3 | | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any (Excluding Dividend and Interest Expense) | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets Without Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any | | | Ratio of Net Investment Income/(Loss) to Average Net Assets With Waivers and Reimbursements | | | Portfolio Turnover Rate |
| |
| $— | | | | $ | 9.72 | | | | (2.80 | %) | | | | $23,363 | | | | 0.90 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | 1.39 | %4 | | | | 0.38 | %4 | | | | 22 | %5 |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 20.83 | | | | 2.23 | % | | | | $192,390 | | | | 0.95 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | 1.11 | %4 | | | | 1.54 | %4 | | | | 32 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 20.74 | | | | 39.66 | | | | | 183,433 | | | | 0.95 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.04 | | | | | 1.38 | | | | | 88 | |
| — | | | | | 15.15 | | | | (3.40 | ) | | | | 177,470 | | | | 0.95 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.22 | | | | | 0.96 | | | | | 118 | |
| — | | | | | 15.91 | | | | (7.92 | ) | | | | 683,649 | | | | 0.95 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.03 | | | | | 1.55 | | | | | 97 | |
| — | | | | | 18.73 | | | | 9.93 | | | | | 666,271 | | | | 0.95 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.03 | | | | | 0.88 | | | | | 80 | |
| — | | | | | 17.39 | | | | 13.59 | | | | | 590,525 | | | | 0.95 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.04 | | | | | 0.84 | | | | | 83 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 10.03 | | | | (9.68 | %) | | | | $26,134 | | | | 1.00 | %4 | | | | N/A | | | | 1.61 | %4 | | | | 0.66 | %4 | | | | 65 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 11.78 | | | | 21.15 | | | | | 23.729 | | | | 1.00 | | | | | N/A | | | | 1.56 | | | | | 1.16 | | | | | 123 | |
| — | | | | | 9.79 | | | | 12.05 | | | | | 16,508 | | | | 1.06 | | | | | N/A | | | | 2.39 | | | | | 2.29 | | | | | 177 | |
| — | | | | | 9.18 | | | | 0.55 | | | | | 9,468 | | | | 1.07 | | | | | N/A | | | | 2.89 | | | | | 1.41 | | | | | 155 | |
| — | | | | | 9.13 | | | | (8.11 | ) | | | | 8,296 | | | | 1.10 | 5 | | | | N/A | | | | 2.95 | 5 | | | | 0.58 | 5 | | | | 146 | 6 |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 15.30 | | | | 12.55 | % | | | | $53,928 | | | | 2.45 | %4 | | | | 1.96 | %4 | | | 3.07 | %4 | | | | (0.93 | %)4 | | | | 17 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 14.21 | | | | 29.08 | | | | | 49,551 | | | | 2.60 | | | | | 1.97 | | | | 3.14 | | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | | 31 | |
| — | | | | | 15.15 | | | | (5.78 | ) | | | | 68,780 | | | | 2.57 | | | | | 2.25 | | | | 2.74 | | | | | (0.81 | ) | | | | 46 | |
| — | | | | | 17.74 | | | | (6.05 | ) | | | | 227,834 | | | | 2.67 | | | | | 2.45 | | | | 2.68 | | | | | (0.94 | ) | | | | 64 | |
| — | | | | | 20.51 | | | | (1.38 | ) | | | | 651,325 | | | | 3.01 | | | | | 2.37 | | | | 3.01 | | | | | (1.62 | ) | | | | 58 | |
| — | | | | | 20.96 | | | | 4.33 | | | | | 858,821 | | | | 2.80 | | | | | 2.39 | | | | 2.80 | | | | | (1.21 | ) | | | | 63 | |
|
| $— | | | | $ | 13.04 | | | | 12.38 | % | | | | $12,500 | | | | 2.70 | %4 | | | | 2.21 | %4 | | | 3.32 | %4 | | | | (1.18 | %)4 | | | | 17 | %5 |
| — | | | | | 12.22 | | | | 28.71 | | | | | 11.571 | | | | 2.85 | | | | | 2.22 | | | | 3.39 | | | | | (1.16 | ) | | | | 31 | |
| — | | | | | 13.64 | | | | (5.99 | ) | | | | 14,484 | | | | 2.82 | | | | | 2.50 | | | | 2.99 | | | | | (1.06 | ) | | | | 46 | |
| — | | | | | 16.17 | | | | (6.27 | ) | | | | 28,156 | | | | 2.92 | | | | | 2.70 | | | | 2.93 | | | | | (1.19 | ) | | | | 64 | |
| — | | | | | 18.88 | | | | (1.65 | ) | | | | 54,167 | | | | 3.26 | | | | | 2.62 | | | | 3.26 | | | | | (1.87 | ) | | | | 58 | |
| — | | | | | 19.36 | | | | 4.09 | | | | | 88,103 | | | | 3.05 | | | | | 2.64 | | | | 3.05 | | | | | (1.46 | ) | | | | 63 | |
1 | Total return is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period and is not annualized if period is less than one year. |
2 | Redemption fees, if any, are reflected in total return calculations. |
3 | Beginning on September 1, 2018, the expense limitation includes acquired fund fees and expenses (AFFE). AFFE are not reflected as expenses in these financial statements and therefore this may cause the net expense ratios after waivers/reimbursements to be lower than the expense limitation in place. |
4 | Annualized |
5 | Not Annualized |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
Semi-Annual Report 2022 | 73
BOSTON PARTNERS INVESTMENT FUNDS | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued) | Per Share Operating Performance |
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each class of shares outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | | Net Investment Income/ (Loss)* | | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/ (Loss) on Investments | | Net Increase/ (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | | Dividends to Shareholders from Net Investment Income | | Distributions to Shareholders from Net Realized Gains | | Total Dividend and Distributions to Shareholders |
Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 16.82 | | | | $ | (0.03 | ) | | | $ | 1.69 | | | | $ | 1.66 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (2.00 | ) | | | $ | (2.00 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 13.31 | | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | | 3.61 | | | | | 3.51 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/20 | | | | 15.15 | | | | | (0.00 | ) | | | | (1.48 | ) | | | | (1.48 | ) | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | | (0.36 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 16.64 | | | | | 0.09 | | | | | (0.79 | ) | | | | (0.70 | ) | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | | (0.79 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 16.27 | | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | | 0.40 | | | | | 0.37 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/17 | | | | 15.23 | | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | | 1.16 | | | | | 1.04 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 16.39 | | | | $ | (0.05 | ) | | | $ | 1.64 | | | | $ | 1.59 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (2.00 | ) | | | $ | (2.00 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 13.01 | | | | | (0.13 | ) | | | | 3.51 | | | | | 3.38 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/20 | | | | 14.81 | | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | | (1.48 | ) | | | | (0.17 | ) | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | | (0.32 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 16.31 | | | | | 0.06 | | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | | (0.72 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | | (0.78 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 15.99 | | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | | 0.40 | | | | | 0.32 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/17 | | | | 15.00 | | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | | 1.14 | | | | | 0.99 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 12.18 | | | | $ | 0.05 | | | | $ | 1.39 | | | | $ | 1.44 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | |
8/31/21 | | | | 9.72 | | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | 2.48 | | | | | 2.47 | | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.01 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 10.74 | | | | | 0.01 | | | | | (0.89 | ) | | | | (0.88 | ) | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.14 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 11.52 | | | | | 0.07 | | | | | (0.65 | ) | | | | (0.58 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.20 | ) | | | | (0.20 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 11.34 | | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | 0.19 | | | | | 0.18 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/17 | | | | 10.90 | | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | | 0.57 | | | | | 0.46 | | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.02 | ) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 12.01 | | | | $ | 0.03 | | | | $ | 1.38 | | | | $ | 1.41 | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | | | | $ | — | |
8/31/21 | | | | 9.61 | | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | | 2.43 | | | | | 2.40 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/20 | | | | 10.61 | | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | | (0.88 | ) | | | | (0.90 | ) | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.10 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 11.40 | | | | | 0.05 | | | | | (0.84 | ) | | | | (0.79 | ) | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/18 | | | | 11.25 | | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | | 0.19 | | | | | 0.15 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | — | |
8/31/17 | | | | 10.85 | | | | | (0.13 | ) | | | | 0.54 | | | | | 0.41 | | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.01 | ) |
Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund |
Institutional Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
9/1/21 through 2/28/22† | | | $ | 11.44 | | | | $ | (0.02 | ) | | | $ | (0.54 | ) | | | $ | (0.56 | ) | | | $ | (0.01 | ) | | | $ | — | | | | $ | (0.01 | ) |
8/31/21 | | | | 11.23 | | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | | 1.17 | | | | | 1.15 | | | | | (0.94 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.94 | ) |
8/31/20 | | | | 10.45 | | | | | 0.19 | | | | | 0.82 | | | | | 1.01 | | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (0.23 | ) |
8/31/19 | | | | 10.49 | | | | | 0.04 | | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | | 0.01 | | | | | — | | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | | (0.05 | ) |
8/31/18 | | | | 12.12 | | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | | (0.87 | ) | | | | (0.92 | ) | | | | (0.26 | ) | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | | (0.71 | ) |
8/31/17 | | | | 11.15 | | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | | 1.96 | | | | | 1.89 | | | | | (0.82 | ) | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | | (0.92 | ) |
† | Unaudited. |
* | Calculated based on average shares outstanding, unless otherwise noted. |
^ | Effective January 1, 2016, the Funds do not impose a redemption fee. Prior to January 1, 2016, there was a 1.00% redemption fee on shares redeemed that were held 60 days or less on BP Long/Short Research Fund and BP Global Long/Short Fund. The redemption fees were retained by the Funds for the benefit of the remaining shareholders and recorded as paid-in capital. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (concluded) | Per Share Operating Performance |
Redemption Fees*^ | | Net Asset Value, End of Period | | Total Investment Return1,2 | | Net Assets, End of Period (000) | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupment if any3 | | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets With Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any (Excluding Dividend and Interest Expense) | | | Ratio of Expenses to Average Net Assets Without Waivers, Reimbursements and Recoupments if any | | | Ratio of Net Investment Income/(Loss) to Average Net Assets With Waivers and Reimbursements | | | Portfolio Turnover Rate |
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| | $— | | | | $ | 16.48 | | | | 10.52 | % | | | $ | 740,818 | | | | 1.84 | %4 | | | | 1.42 | %4 | | | | 1.84 | %4 | | | | (0.32 | %)4 | | | | 32 | %5 |
| | — | | | | | 16.82 | | | | 26.37 | | | | | 808,565 | | | | 2.15 | | | | | 1.40 | | | | | 2.15 | | | | | (0.66 | ) | | | | 61 | |
| | — | | | | | 13.31 | | | | (10.13 | ) | | | | 1,082,963 | | | | 2.21 | | | | | 1.37 | | | | | 2.21 | | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | | 66 | |
| | — | | | | | 15.15 | | | | (4.05 | ) | | | | 3,212,731 | | | | 2.15 | | | | | 1.38 | | | | | 2.15 | | | | | 0.62 | | | | | 60 | |
| | — | | | | | 16.64 | | | | 2.27 | | | | | 6,636,897 | | | | 2.09 | | | | | 1.34 | | | | | 2.09 | | | | | (0.19 | ) | | | | 60 | |
| | — | | | | | 16.27 | | | | 6.83 | | | | | 6,361,628 | | | | 2.23 | | | | | 1.37 | | | | | 2.23 | | | | | (0.75 | ) | | | | 54 | |
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| | $— | | | | $ | 15.98 | | | | 10.29 | % | | | $ | 11,086 | | | | 2.09 | %4 | | | | 1.67 | %4 | | | | 2.09 | %4 | | | | (0.57 | %)4 | | | | 32 | %5 |
| | — | | | | | 16.39 | | | | 25.98 | | | | | 10,220 | | | | 2.40 | | | | | 1.65 | | | | | 2.40 | | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | | 61 | |
| | — | | | | | 13.01 | | | | (10.32 | ) | | | | 24,436 | | | | 2.46 | | | | | 1.62 | | | | | 2.46 | | | | | (0.26 | ) | | | | 66 | |
| | — | | | | | 14.81 | | | | (4.27 | ) | | | | 54,570 | | | | 2.40 | | | | | 1.63 | | | | | 2.40 | | | | | 0.37 | | | | | 60 | |
| | — | | | | | 16.31 | | | | 2.00 | | | | | 118,905 | | | | 2.34 | | | | | 1.59 | | | | | 2.34 | | | | | (0.44 | ) | | | | 60 | |
| | — | | | | | 15.99 | | | | 6.60 | | | | | 211,455 | | | | 2.48 | | | | | 1.63 | | | | | 2.48 | | | | | (1.00 | ) | | | | 54 | |
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| | $— | | | | $ | 13.62 | | | | 11.82 | % | | | $ | 104,800 | | | | 2.51 | %4 | | | | 1.84 | %4 | | | | 2.51 | %4 | | | | 0.70 | %4 | | | | 64 | %5 |
| | — | | | | | 12.18 | | | | 25.39 | | | | | 102,691 | | | | 2.29 | | | | | 1.83 | | | | | 2.29 | | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | | 102 | |
| | — | | | | | 9.72 | | | | (8.30 | ) | | | | 130,857 | | | | 2.46 | | | | | 1.75 | | | | | 2.46 | | | | | 0.07 | | | | | 125 | |
| | — | | | | | 10.74 | | | | (5.00 | ) | | | | 611,254 | | | | 2.47 | | | | | 1.65 | | | | | 2.47 | | | | | 0.69 | | | | | 99 | |
| | — | | | | | 11.52 | | | | 1.59 | | | | | 913,237 | | | | 2.34 | | | | | 1.65 | | | | | 2.34 | | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | | 85 | |
| | — | | | | | 11.34 | | | | 4.26 | | | | | 1,008,234 | | | | 2.63 | | | | | 1.70 | | | | | 2.63 | | | | | (0.94 | ) | | | | 109 | |
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| | $— | | | | $ | 13.42 | | | | 11.74 | % | | | $ | 5,025 | | | | 2.76 | %4 | | | | 2.09 | %4 | | | | 2.76 | %4 | | | | 0.45 | %4 | | | | 64 | %5 |
| | — | | | | | 12.01 | | | | 24.97 | | | | | 4,960 | | | | 2.54 | | | | | 2.08 | | | | | 2.54 | | | | | (0.32 | ) | | | | 102 | |
| | — | | | | | 9.61 | | | | (8.55 | ) | | | | 6,308 | | | | 2.71 | | | | | 2.00 | | | | | 2.71 | | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | | 125 | |
| | — | | | | | 10.61 | | | | (5.14 | ) | | | | 14,610 | | | | 2.72 | | | | | 1.90 | | | | | 2.72 | | | | | 0.44 | | | | | 99 | |
| | — | | | | | 11.40 | | | | 1.33 | | | | | 23,987 | | | | 2.59 | | | | | 1.90 | | | | | 2.59 | | | | | (0.36 | ) | | | | 85 | |
| | — | | | | | 11.25 | | | | 3.92 | | | | | 34,030 | | | | 2.88 | | | | | 1.95 | | | | | 2.88 | | | | | (1.17 | ) | | | | 109 | |
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| | $— | | | | $ | 10.87 | | | | (4.83 | %) | | | $ | 67,704 | | | | 1.42 | %4 | | | | 1.40 | %4 | | | | 1.73 | %4 | | | | (0.44 | %)4 | | | | 67 | %5 |
| | — | | | | | 11.44 | | | | 10.38 | | | | | 61,430 | | | | 1.75 | | | | | 1.40 | | | | | 2.00 | | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | | 125 | |
| | — | | | | | 11.23 | | | | 9.75 | | | | | 60,176 | | | | 1.66 | | | | | 1.49 | | | | | 2.19 | | | | | 1.81 | | | | | 219 | |
| | — | | | | | 10.45 | | | | 0.18 | | | | | 58,424 | | | | 1.96 | | | | | 1.96 | | | | | 2.44 | | | | | 0.43 | | | | | 186 | |
| | — | | | | | 10.49 | | | | (8.11 | ) | | | | 58,245 | | | | 2.00 | | | | | 2.00 | | | | | 2.37 | | | | | (0.47 | ) | | | | 222 | |
| | — | | | | | 12.12 | | | | 18.71 | | | | | 56,829 | | | | 2.13 | | | | | 2.06 | | | | | 2.99 | | | | | (0.60 | ) | | | | 184 | |
1 | Total return is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period and is not annualized if period is less than one year. |
2 | Redemption fees, if any, are reflected in total return calculations. |
3 | Beginning on September 1, 2018, the expense limitation includes acquired fund fees and expenses (AFFE). AFFE are not reflected as expenses in these financial statements and therefore this may cause the net expense ratios after waivers/reimbursements to be lower than the expense limitation in place. |
4 | Annualized. |
5 | Not Annualized. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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1. | ORGANIZATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES |
The RBB Fund, Inc (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including Boston Partners All-Cap Value Fund (“BP All-Cap Value Fund”), Boston Partners Small Cap Value Fund II (“BP Small Cap Value Fund II”), WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund (“WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund”), WPG Partners Small/Micro Cap Value Fund (“WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund”), Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund (“BP Global Sustainability Fund”), Boston Partners Global Equity Fund (“BP Global Equity Fund”), Boston Partners Emerging Markets Fund (“BP Emerging Markets Fund”), Boston Partners Long/Short Equity Fund (“BP Long/Short Equity Fund”), Boston Partners Long/Short Research Fund (“BP Long/Short Research Fund”), Boston Partners Global Long/Short Fund (“BP Global Long/Short Fund”) and Boston Partners Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund (“BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund”), (collectively the “BP Funds”). As of the end of the reporting period, the Funds (other than the WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund, WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund, BP Global Sustainability Fund, BP Global Equity Fund, BP Emerging Markets Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund) each offer two classes of shares, Institutional Class and Investor Class. As of the end of the reporting period, Investor Class shares of the BP Global Equity Fund have not been issued. The WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund, WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund, BP Global Sustainability Fund, BP Emerging Markets Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund are single class funds, offering only the Institutional Class of shares.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of BP Small Cap Value Fund II and BP All-Cap Value Fund is to seek long-term growth of capital primarily through investment in equity securities. The investment objective of BP Global Equity Fund, BP Global/Long Short Fund, BP Emerging Markets Fund, and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund is to seek long-term capital growth. The investment objective of WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund and BP Global Sustainability Fund is to seek long-term capital appreciation. The investment objective of BP Long/Short Equity Fund is to seek long-term capital appreciation while reducing exposure to general equity market risk. The investment objective of WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund is to seek capital appreciation by investing primarily in common stocks, securities convertible into common stocks and in special situations. The investment objective of BP Long/Short Research Fund is to seek long-term total return.
The Funds are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services-Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Funds is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — Each Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by a Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. Investments in other open-end investment companies, if any, are valued based on the NAV of the investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as disclosed in their prospectuses). Options for which the primary market is a national securities exchange are valued at the last sale price on the exchange on which they are traded, or, in the absence of any sale, will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Options not traded on a national securities exchange are valued at the last quoted bid price for long option positions and the closing ask price for short option positions. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant. The Funds may use fair value pricing more frequently for securities traded primarily in non-U.S. markets because, among other things, most foreign markets close well before the Funds value their securities, generally as of 4:00 p.m. Eastern time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, government actions or pronouncements,
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aftermarket trading, or news events may have occurred in the interim. To account for this, the Funds may value foreign securities using fair value prices based on third-party vendor modeling tools (international fair value pricing).
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Funds’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| • | Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
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| • | Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
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| • | Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Funds’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
A summary of the inputs used to value each Fund’s investments as of the end of the reporting period is included in each Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Level 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Funds’ investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Funds may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires each Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when a Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if a Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal year, the Funds had no significant level 3 investments or transfers.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Funds record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Funds’ investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Offering costs are amortized for a new fund and accrued over a 12-month period from the inception date of the fund. Offering costs are charged directly to the fund in which they are incurred. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory, offering costs, and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Funds.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders and recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is each Fund’s intention to qualify or continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as
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amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Funds do not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Statements of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Statements of Operations.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Funds may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Funds in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Funds expect the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
CURRENCY RISK — The Funds invest in securities of foreign issuers, including American Depositary Receipts. These markets are subject to special risks associated with foreign investments not typically associated with investing in U.S. markets. Because the foreign securities in which the Funds may invest generally trade in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, changes in currency exchange rates will affect the Funds’ NAV, the value of dividends and interest earned and gains and losses realized on the sale of securities. Because the NAV for the Funds are determined on the basis of U.S. dollars, the Funds may lose money by investing in a foreign security if the local currency of a foreign market depreciates against the U.S. dollar, even if the local currency value of the Funds’ holdings goes up. Generally, a strong U.S. dollar relative to these other currencies will adversely affect the value of the Funds’ holdings in foreign securities.
EMERGING MARKETS RISK — The BP Global Sustainability Fund, the BP Emerging Markets Fund and the BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund invest in emerging market instruments which are subject to certain credit and market risks. The securities and currency markets of emerging market countries are generally smaller, less developed, less liquid and more volatile than the securities and currency markets of the United States and other developed markets. Disclosure and regulatory standards in many respects are less stringent than in other developed markets. There also may be a lower level of monitoring and regulation of securities markets in emerging market countries and the activities of investors in such markets and enforcement of existing regulations may be extremely limited. Political and economic structures in many of these countries may be in their infancy and developing rapidly, and such countries may lack the social, political and economic stability characteristics of more developed countries.
FOREIGN SECURITIES MARKET RISK — Securities of many non-U.S. companies may be less liquid and their prices more volatile than securities of comparable U.S. companies. Securities of companies traded in many countries outside the U.S., particularly emerging markets countries, may be subject to further risks due to the inexperience of local investment professionals and financial institutions, the possibility of permanent or temporary termination of trading and greater spreads between bid and asked prices of securities. In addition, non-U.S. stock exchanges and investment professionals are subject to less governmental regulation, and commissions may be higher than in the United States. Also, there may be delays in the settlement of non-U.S. stock exchange transactions.
LIBOR DISCONTINUATION RISK — The terms of many financial instruments in which the Funds may invest or other transactions to which the Funds may be a party may be tied to the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR.” LIBOR is the offered rate for short-term Eurodollar deposits between major international banks. LIBOR may be a significant factor in determining the Funds’ payment obligations under a derivative investment, the cost of financing to the Funds or an investment’s value or return to the Funds, and may be used in other ways that affect the Funds’ investment performance. In July 2017, the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), the United Kingdom’s financial regulatory body, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021.
The FCA and ICE Benchmark Administrator have since announced that most LIBOR settings will no longer be published after December 31, 2021 and a majority of U.S. dollar LIBOR settings will cease publication after June 30, 2023. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. The U.S. Federal Reserve, based on the recommendations of the New York Federal Reserve’s Alternative Reference Rate Committee (comprised of major derivative market participants and their regulators), has begun publishing the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) that is intended to replace U.S. dollar LIBOR. Proposals for alternative reference rates for other currencies have also been announced or have already begun publication. Markets are slowly developing in response to these new reference rates. Uncertainty related to the liquidity impact of the change in rates, and how to appropriately adjust these rates at the time of transition, poses risks for the Funds. The effect of any changes to, or discontinuation of, LIBOR on the Funds will depend on, among other things, (1) existing fallback or termination provisions in individual contracts and (2) whether, how, and when industry participants develop and adopt new reference rates and fallbacks for both legacy and new instruments and contracts. In addition, there are obstacles to converting certain longer-term securities and transactions to a new reference rate or rates and the effectiveness of one alternative reference rate versus multiple alternative reference rates in new or existing financial instruments and products has not been determined.
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The transition away from LIBOR might lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets for instruments whose terms currently reference LIBOR, reduced values of LIBOR-related investments, reduced effectiveness of hedging strategies, increased costs for certain LIBOR-related instruments, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing, and prolonged adverse market conditions for the Funds. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and related transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner.
Although the Funds are working to minimize its exposure to risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR, all of the aforementioned risks may adversely affect the Funds’ performance or NAV.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Funds invest depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Funds’ investments, impair the Funds’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Funds’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on the Funds’ performance and the value of Funds’ investments, even beyond any direct exposure that the Funds may have to issuers located in these countries.
SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT RISK — The sustainability criterion required for investment by the BP Global Sustainability Fund may cause the Fund to not invest in certain industries or issuers. As a result, the BP Global Sustainability Fund may be overweight or underweight in certain industries or issuers relative to its benchmark index, which may cause the Fund’s performance to be more or less sensitive to developments affecting those industries or issuers. Sustainability information provided by issuers, upon which the portfolio managers may rely, continues to develop, and may be incomplete, inaccurate, use different methodologies, or be applied differently across companies and industries. Further, the regulatory landscape for sustainable investing in the United States is still developing and future rules and regulations may require the BP Global Sustainability Fund to modify or alter its investment process. Similarly, government policies incentivizing issuers to engage in sustainable practices may fall out of favor, which could potentially limit the BP Global Sustainability Fund’s investment universe. There is also a risk that the companies identified through the investment process may fail to adhere to sustainable business practices, which may result in the BP Global Sustainability Fund selling a security when it might otherwise be disadvantageous to do so. There is no guarantee that sustainable investments will outperform the broader market on either an absolute or relative basis.
OPTIONS WRITTEN — The Funds may enter into options written for: bona fide hedging; attempting to offset changes in the value of securities held or expected to be acquired or be disposed of; attempting to minimize fluctuations in foreign currencies; attempting to gain exposure to a particular market, index or instrument; or other risk management purposes. Such options may relate to particular securities or domestic stock indices, and may or may not be listed on exchanges regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission or on other non-U.S. exchanges. An option on a futures contract gives the purchaser the right, in return for the premium paid, to assume a position in the contract (a long position if the option is a call and a short position if the option is a put) at a specified exercise price at any time during the option exercise period. The writer of the option is required upon exercise to assume a short futures position (if the option is a call) or a long futures position (if the option is a put). Upon exercise of the option, the accumulated cash balance in the writer’s futures margin account is delivered to the holder of the option. That balance represents the amount by which the market price of the futures contract at exercise exceeds, in the case of a call, or is less than, in the case of a put, the exercise price of the option. The maximum risk of loss associated with writing put options is limited to the exercised fair value of the option contract. The maximum risk of loss associated with writing call options is potentially unlimited. The Funds also have the additional risk of being unable to enter into a closing transaction at an acceptable price if a liquid secondary market does not exist. The Funds also may write OTC options where completing the obligation depends upon the credit standing of the other party. Option contracts also involve the risk that they may result in loss due to unanticipated developments in market conditions or other causes. Written options are initially recorded as liabilities to the extent of premiums received and subsequently marked to market to reflect the current value of the option written. Gains or losses are realized when the option transaction expires or closes. When an option is exercised, the proceeds on sales for a written call option or the purchase cost for a written put option is adjusted by the amount of the premium received. Listed option contracts present minimal counterparty credit risk since they are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange-traded options, guarantees the options against default. As of the end of the reporting period, all of the Funds’ written options are exchange-traded options.
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During the current fiscal period, the Funds’ average quarterly volume of options transactions was as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASED OPTIONS (COST) | | | WRITTEN OPTIONS (PROCEEDS) | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | $ | 38,918 | | | $ | 165,058 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | — | | | | 487,546 | |
SHORT SALES — When the investment adviser believes that a security is overvalued, the BP Long/Short Equity Fund, the BP Long/Short Research Fund, the BP Global Long/Short Fund and the BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund may sell the security short by borrowing the same security from a broker or other institution and selling the security. A Fund will incur a loss as a result of a short sale if the price of the borrowed security increases between the date of the short sale and the date on which the Fund buys and replaces such borrowed security. A Fund will realize a gain if there is a decline in price of the security between those dates where the decline in price exceeds the costs of borrowing the security and other transaction costs. There can be no assurance that a Fund will be able to close out a short position at any particular time or at an acceptable price. Although a Fund’s gain is limited to the amount at which it sold a security short, its potential loss is unlimited. Until a Fund replaces a borrowed security, it will maintain at all times cash, U.S. Government securities, or other liquid securities in an amount which, when added to any amount deposited with a broker as collateral, will at least equal the current market value of the security sold short. Depending on arrangements made with brokers, a Fund may not receive any payments (including interest) on collateral deposited with them.
In accordance with the terms of its prime brokerage agreements, a Fund may receive rebate income or be charged a fee for borrowed securities. Such income or fee is calculated on a daily basis based upon the market value of each borrowed security and a variable rate that is dependent upon the availability of such security. The Funds record these prime broker charges on a net basis as interest income or interest expense. During the current fiscal period, the BP Long/Short Equity Fund, the BP Long/Short Research Fund, the BP Global Long/Short Fund and the BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund had net income/(charges) of $(131,431), $(517,640), $(101,792) and $(1,461), respectively, on borrowed securities. Such amounts are included in prime broker interest expense on the Statements of Operations.
As of the end of the reporting period, BP Long/Short Equity Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund had securities sold short valued at $15,580,998, $229,742,415, $38,809,486 and $511,909, respectively, for which securities of $29,303,602, $203,680,163, $29,761,815 and $5,794,745 and deposits of $15,415,338, $250,890,790, $39,803,534 and $1,574,348, respectively, were pledged as collateral.
In accordance with Special Custody and Pledge Agreements with Goldman Sachs & Co. (“Goldman Sachs”) (the Funds’ prime broker), BP Long/Short Equity Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund may borrow from Goldman Sachs to the extent necessary to maintain required margin cash deposits on short positions. Interest on such borrowings is charged to the Fund based on the LIBOR rate plus an agreed upon spread.
The BP Long/Short Equity Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund utilized cash borrowings from Goldman Sachs to meet required margin cash deposits as follows during the current fiscal period:
BP LONG/SHORT EQUITY FUND | | BP LONG/SHORT RESEARCH FUND |
DAYS UNITIZED | | AVERAGE DAILY BORROWINGS | | WEIGHTED AVERAGE INTEREST RATE | | DAYS UNITIZED | | AVERAGE DAILY BORROWINGS | | WEIGHTED AVERAGE INTEREST RATE |
| 107 | | | | EUR 6,579 | | | 0.16% | | | 65 | | | | AUD 187,651 | | | 0.43% |
| 39 | | | | GBP 21,654 | | | 0.43% | | | 106 | | | | CAD 290,211 | | | 0.57% |
| 45 | | | | USD 2,458,677 | | | 0.48% | | | 41 | | | | CHF 186,967 | | | 0.39% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 55 | | | | DKK 332,076 | | | 0.02% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 33 | | | | EUR 569,481 | | | 0.16% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 8 | | | | GBP 95,887 | | | 0.44% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 21 | | | | HKD 666,725 | | | 0.44% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 28 | | | | ILS 11 | | | 0.00% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 10 | | | | JPY 5,215,925 | | | 0.36% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 107 | | | | MXN 0 | | | 0.00% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 40 | | | | NOK 2,608,372 | | | 0.65% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 25 | | | | PLN 319,061 | | | 0.69% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 56 | | | | SEK 2,669,370 | | | 0.34% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 56 | | | | SGD 53,723 | | | 0.58% |
| | | | | | | | | | | 54 | | | | USD 1,981,543 | | | 0.48% |
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BP GLOBAL LONG/SHORT FUND | | BP EMERGING MARKETS DYNAMIC EQUITY FUND |
DAYS UNITIZED | | AVERAGE DAILY BORROWINGS | | WEIGHTED AVERAGE INTEREST RATE | | DAYS UNITIZED | | AVERAGE DAILY BORROWINGS | | WEIGHTED AVERAGE INTEREST RATE |
| 28 | | | | AUD 19,453 | | | 0.43% | | | 2 | | | | CAD 42,536 | | | 0.57% |
| 23 | | | | CAD 622 | | | 0.58% | | | 29 | | | | HKD 96,202 | | | 0.46% |
| 7 | | | | CHF 2,339 | | | 0.37% | | | 60 | | | | USD 151,566 | | | 0.48% |
| 39 | | | | EUR 8,912 | | | 0.16% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 25 | | | | GBP 1,148 | | | 0.43% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 22 | | | | HKD 34,650 | | | 0.45% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 67 | | | | JPY 1,342,331 | | | 0.36% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 19 | | | | NOK 189,938 | | | 0.50% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 28 | | | | SEK 175,886 | | | 0.34% | | | | | | | | | | |
| 16 | | | | USD 154,800 | | | 0.48% | | | | | | | | | | |
The BP Long/Short Equity Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund incurred interest expense during the current fiscal period on such borrowings, in the amount of $1,479, $2,210, $57 and $127 respectively.
CONTRACTS FOR DIFFERENCE — The BP Emerging Markets Fund, BP Long/Short Equity Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund (for this section only, each a “Fund”) may enter into Contracts for Differences (“CFDs”). CFDs are leveraged derivative instruments that allow a Fund to take a position on the change in the market price of an underlying asset, such as a stock, or the value of an index or currency exchange rate. With a short CFD, a Fund is seeking to profit from falls in the market price of the asset. CFDs are subject to liquidity risk because the liquidity of CFDs is based on the liquidity of the underlying instrument, and are subject to counterparty risk, i.e., the risk that the counterparty to the CFD transaction may be unable or unwilling to make payments or to otherwise honor its financial obligations under the terms of the contract. It is also possible that the market price of the CFD will move between the time the order is placed by a Fund and when it is executed by the issuer, which can result in the trade being executed at a less favorable price. CFDs, like many other derivative instruments, involve the risk that, if the derivative security declines in value, additional margin would be required to maintain the margin level. The seller may require a Fund to deposit additional sums to cover this decline in value, and the margin call may be at short notice. If additional margin is not provided in time, the seller may liquidate the positions at a loss for which a Fund is liable. The potential for margin calls and large losses are much greater in CFDs than in other leveraged products. Most CFDs are traded OTC. CFDs are not registered with the SEC or any U.S. regulator, and are not subject to U.S. regulation. In a short position, the Fund will receive or pay an amount based upon the amount, if any, by which the notional amount of the CFD would have decreased or increased in value had it sold the particular stocks short, less the dividends that would have been paid on those stocks, plus a floating rate of interest on the notional amount of the CFD. All of these components are reflected in the market value of the CFD.
CFDs are marked-to-market daily based upon quotations from market makers and the resulting changes in market values, if any, are recorded as an unrealized gain or loss in the Statements of Operations. Periodic payments made or received are recorded as realized gains or losses. Entering into CFDs involves, to varying degrees, elements of credit and market risk in excess of the amounts recognized on the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. Such risks involve the possibility that there will be no liquid market for these contracts, that the counterparty to the contract may default on its obligation to perform and that there may be unfavorable changes in market conditions. CFDs outstanding at period end, if any, are listed on the Portfolio of Investments. As of the end of the reporting period, BP Emerging Markets Fund, BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund had cash deposits for CFDs of $140,000, $1,684,557, $201,351 and $10,802,659, respectively, which were pledged as collateral. In connection with CFDs, cash or securities may be segregated as collateral by the Funds’ custodian. As of the end of the reporting period, the BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund, BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund and the BP Emerging Markets Fund held CFDs.
During the current fiscal period, the average volume of CFDs was as follows:
FUND | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT LONG | | | NOTIONAL AMOUNT SHORT | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | $ | 1,591,833 | | | $ | — | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | — | | | | 3,791,033 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 3,385,403 | | | | 104,161,515 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 1,580,187 | | | | 6,313,884 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 24,120,140 | | | | 29,620,332 | |
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The following is a summary of CFD’s that are subject to enforceable master netting agreements (or similar arrangements) and collateral received and pledged in connection with the master netting agreements (or similar arrangements) as of the end of the reporting period:
| | | | | GROSS AMOUNT NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | GROSS AMOUNT NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | | |
FUND | | GROSS AMOUNTS OF RECOGNIZED ASSETS | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS | | | CASH COLLATERAL RECEIVED | | | NET AMOUNT1 | | | GROSS AMOUNTS OF RECOGNIZED LIABILITIES | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS | | | CASH COLLATERAL PLEDGED2 | | | NET AMOUNT3 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 170,255 | | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | 140,000 | | | $ | — | |
Total | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 170,255 | | | $ | 66,326 | | | $ | 140,000 | | | $ | — | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Citigroup | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 48,315 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 701,223 | | | $ | — | |
Goldman Sachs | | | 2,375,919 | | | | 452,438 | | | | — | | | | 1,923,481 | | | | 452,438 | | | | 452,438 | | | | 300,000 | | | | — | |
HSBC | | | 236,946 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 236,946 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 300,000 | | | | — | |
Macquarie | | | 92,929 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 92,929 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 350,000 | | | | — | |
Morgan Stanley | | | 3,351,553 | | | | 627,841 | | | | — | | | | 2,723,712 | | | | 627,841 | | | | 627,841 | | | | 33,334 | | | | — | |
Total | | $ | 6,057,347 | | | $ | 1,080,279 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 4,977,068 | | | $ | 1,128,594 | | | $ | 1,080,279 | | | $ | 1,684,557 | | | $ | — | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs | | $ | 541,039 | | | $ | 213,229 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 327,810 | | | $ | 213,229 | | | $ | 213,229 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Macquarie | | | 2,503 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,503 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Morgan Stanley | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 18,564 | | | | — | | | | 201,351 | | | | — | |
Total | | $ | 543,542 | | | $ | 213,229 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 330,313 | | | $ | 231,793 | | | $ | 213,229 | | | $ | 201,351 | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | GROSS AMOUNT NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | GROSS AMOUNT NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | | |
FUND | | GROSS AMOUNTS OF RECOGNIZED ASSETS | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS | | | CASH COLLATERAL RECEIVED | | | NET AMOUNT1 | | | GROSS AMOUNTS OF RECOGNIZED LIABILITIES | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS | | | CASH COLLATERAL PLEDGED2 | | | NET AMOUNT3 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bank of America | | $ | 29,591 | | | $ | 79 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 29,512 | | | $ | 79 | | | $ | 79 | | | $ | 1,261,606 | | | $ | — | |
Citigroup | | | 69,180 | | | | 69,180 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 88,782 | | | | 69,180 | | | | 590,000 | | | | — | |
Goldman Sachs | | | 1,844,381 | | | | 1,844,381 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,428,240 | | | | 1,844,381 | | | | 196,766 | | | | 387,093 | |
HSBC | | | 165,030 | | | | 129,550 | | | | — | | | | 35,480 | | | | 129,550 | | | | 129,550 | | | | 370,000 | | | | — | |
Macquarie | | | 16,988 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 16,988 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Morgan Stanley | | | 743,658 | | | | 743,658 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,021,441 | | | | 743,658 | | | | 8,384,287 | | | | — | |
Total | | $ | 2,868,828 | | | $ | 2,786,848 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 81,980 | | | $ | 3,668,092 | | | $ | 2,786,848 | | | $ | 10,802,659 | | | $ | 387,093 | |
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1 | Net amount represents the net amount receivable from the counterparty in the event of default. |
2 | Actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount shown. |
3 | Net amount represents the net amount payable to the counterparty in the event of default. |
2. INVESTMENT ADVISERS AND OTHER SERVICES
Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc. (“Boston Partners” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to each Fund. Each Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table.
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of each Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps as applicable: short sale dividend expense, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation for all the Funds is in effect until March 2, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board.
| | | | | EXPENSE CAPS |
FUND | | ADVISORY FEE | | INSTITUTIONAL CLASS | | INVESTOR CLASS |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 1.05 | % |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 0.85 | | | | 0.99 | | | | 1.24 | |
WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | 0.90 | | | | 1.10 | | | | N/A | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund* | | | 0.80 | | | | 1.10 | | | | N/A | |
BP Global Sustainability Fund | | | 0.80 | | | | 0.90 | | | | N/A | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.95 | | | | 1.20 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | 0.75 | | | | 1.00 | | | | N/A | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 2.25 | | | | 1.96 | | | | 2.21 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.50 | | | | 1.75 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 1.50 | | | | 2.00 | | | | 2.25 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.40 | | | | N/A | |
* | 0.80% of net asset up to $500 million, 0.75% of net assets in excess of $500 million. |
The Adviser may recoup from each Fund fees and expenses previously paid, waived, or absorbed for a period of three years after such fees or expenses were incurred, provided that the repayments do not cause the Funds’ operating expenses (excluding brokerage commissions, short sale dividend expense, taxes, interest expense, and any extraordinary expenses) to exceed the Expense Caps of each class of each Fund that were in effect at the time the fees and expenses were paid, waived, or absorbed by the Adviser, as well as the Expense Caps that are currently in effect, if different.
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed were as follows:
FUND | | GROSS ADVISORY FEES | | WAIVERS AND/OR REIMBURSEMENTS* | | RECOUPMENTS | | NET ADVISORY FEES |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | $ | 6,686,722 | | | | $ | (421,475 | ) | | | $ | — | | | | $ | 6,265,247 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | | 3,744,277 | | | | | (109,863 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 3,634,414 | |
WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | | 4,917 | | | | | (18,327 | ) | | | | — | | | | | (13,410 | ) |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | | 113,856 | | | | | (23,503 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 90,353 | |
BP Global Sustainability Fund | | | | 29,086 | | | | | (17,683 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 11,403 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | | 840,637 | | | | | (147,339 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 693,298 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | | 88,970 | | | | | (71,879 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 17,091 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | | 701,343 | | | | | (192,874 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 508,469 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | | 4,782,230 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | 4,782,230 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | | 789,537 | | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | 789,537 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | | 383,833 | | | | | (95,905 | ) | | | | — | | | | | 287,928 | |
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As of the end of the reporting period, the Funds had amounts available for recoupment as follows: | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
FUND | | August 31, 2022 | | August 31, 2023 | | August 31, 2024 | | TOTAL |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | $ | 746,620 | | | | $ | 479,510 | | | | $ | 421,475 | | | | $ | 1,647,605 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | | 97,041 | | | | | 139,323 | | | | | 109,863 | | | | | 346,227 | |
WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | 18,327 | | | | | 18,327 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | | 45,416 | | | | | 43,934 | | | | | 23,503 | | | | | 112,853 | |
BP Global Sustainability Fund | | | | — | | | | | — | | | | | 17,683 | | | | | 17,683 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | | 1,193,888 | | | | | 140,758 | | | | | 147,339 | | | | | 1,481,985 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | | 178,695 | | | | | 123,547 | | | | | 71,879 | | | | | 374,121 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | | 242,417 | | | | | 366,046 | | | | | 192,874 | | | | | 801,337 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | | 307,711 | | | | | 168,395 | | | | | 95,905 | | | | | 572,011 | |
* | Includes Acquired fund fees and expenses. Acquired fund fees and expenses are indirect fees and expenses that the Fund incurs from investing in the shares of other mutual funds, including money market funds and exchange traded funds. |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Funds. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Funds’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
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U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Funds. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
The Board has approved a Distribution Agreement for the Funds and adopted separate Plans of Distribution for the Investor Class Shares of each BP Fund (the “Plans”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plans, Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Underwriter”) is entitled to receive from each Fund a distribution fee with respect to the Investor Class Shares, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Investor Class Shares. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plans may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of the Investor Class Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, subaccounting services or administrative services related to the sale of the Investor Class Shares, all as set forth in the Plans.
3. DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments and derivative transactions) of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | $165,867,638 | | | | $426,692,198 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 112,652,846 | | | | 86,502,655 | |
WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund | | | 4,453,422 | | | | 855,429 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 12,847,682 | | | | 13,413,828 | |
BP Global Sustainability Fund | | | 27,502,299 | | | | 4,044,034 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 64,123,788 | | | | 58,381,403 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | 20,852,746 | | | | 14,327,951 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 12,203,944 | | | | 10,358,478 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 239,708,536 | | | | 353,381,520 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 62,579,262 | | | | 68,678,459 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 29,472,886 | | | | 23,575,189 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
5. CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS
As of the end of the reporting period, each class of each Fund has 100,000,000 shares of $0.001 par value common stock authorized except for the Institutional Class Shares of the BP Long/Short Research Fund, BP Global Long/Short Fund and WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund, which have 750,000,000 shares, 300,000,000 shares and 50,000,000 shares, respectively, of $0.001 par value common stock authorized.
6. RESTRICTED SECURITIES
Each Fund may invest in securities that are subject to legal or contractual restrictions on resale. These securities generally may be resold in transactions exempt from registration or to the public if the securities are registered. Disposal of these securities may involve time-consuming negotiations and expense, and prompt sale at an acceptable price may be difficult. Information regarding restricted securities, if applicable, is included at the end of each Fund’s Schedule of Investments.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Funds did not hold any restricted securities that were illiquid.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
February 28, 2022
7. FEDERAL INCOME TAX INFORMATION
The Funds have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Funds to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Funds have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Funds are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by each Fund (except WPG Select Small Cap Value Fund and BP Global Sustainability Fund) were as follows:
FUND | | FEDERAL TAX COST | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | 1,351,693,766 | | | $ | 708,628,284 | | | $ | (9,186,774 | ) | | $ | 699,441,510 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 734,568,674 | | | | 304,975,691 | | | | (20,614,773 | ) | | | 284,360,918 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 28,858,816 | | | | 6,999,011 | | | | (700,615 | ) | | | 6,298,396 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 147,442,833 | | | | 49,495,518 | | | | (8,172,554 | ) | | | 41,322,964 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | 21,492,874 | | | | 3,133,461 | | | | (1,304,044 | ) | | | 1,829,417 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 44,612,423 | | | | 32,124,320 | | | | (2,779,609 | ) | | | 29,344,711 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 525,011,455 | | | | 317,624,143 | | | | (20,056,909 | ) | | | 297,567,234 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 91,547,716 | | | | 24,232,530 | | | | (11,492,659 | ) | | | 12,739,871 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 48,151,488 | | | | 6,377,403 | | | | (2,679,448 | ) | | | 3,697,955 | |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
The following permanent differences as of August 31, 2021 were reclassified among the following accounts. They are primarily attributable to net investment loss, deemed distributions due to shareholder redemptions and investments in partnerships.
FUND | | DISTRIBUTABLE EARNINGS/(LOSS) | | | PAID-IN CAPITAL | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | (8,922,121 | ) | | $ | 8,922,121 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | — | | | | — | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 17,700 | | | | (17,700 | ) |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 6,177,427 | | | | (6,177,427 | ) |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 2,177 | | | | (2,177 | ) |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
February 28, 2022
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
| | UNDISTRIBUTED | | | UNDISTRIBUTED | | | | | | QUALIFIED | | | OTHER | | | UNREALIZED | |
| | ORDINARY | | | LONG-TERM | | | CAPITAL LOSS | | | LATE-YEAR | | | TEMPORARY | | | APPRECIATION/ | |
FUND | | INCOME | | | CAPITAL GAINS | | | CARRYFORWARDS | | | LOSS DEFERRAL | | | DIFFERENCES | | | (DEPRECIATION) | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | 32,100,975 | | | $ | 47,434,695 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 699,441,859 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 14,821,648 | | | | 42,631,933 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 284,360,915 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 417,749 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 6,298,395 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 1,891,621 | | | | — | | | | (28,907,833 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 41,346,603 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | 926,735 | | | | 303,862 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,830,449 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | — | | | | 2,791,035 | | | | — | | | | (1,275,596 | ) | | | — | | | | 29,496,202 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | — | | | | 64,542,028 | | | | — | | | | (3,404,863 | ) | | | — | | | | 296,944,488 | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | — | | | | — | | | | (22,882,500 | ) | | | (627,007 | ) | | | (27,125 | ) | | | 12,754,976 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | | | | (1,047,838 | ) | | | (442,354 | ) | | | — | | | | 3,698,412 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| | 2021 | |
FUND | | ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM GAINS | | | TOTAL | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | 9,805,102 | | | $ | 11,863,033 | | | $ | 21,668,135 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 3,711,285 | | | | — | | | | 3,711,285 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 144,307 | | | | — | | | | 144,307 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 2,917,436 | | | | — | | | | 2,917,436 | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | 129,801 | | | | — | | | | 129,801 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | — | | | | 23,768,795 | | | | 23,768,795 | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 79,283 | | | | — | | | | 79,283 | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 5,338,757 | | | | — | | | | 5,338,757 | |
Dividends from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income dividends for federal income tax purposes.
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Funds may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the year ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021.
For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021, the following Funds deferred to September 1, 2021, the following qualified late-year losses.
FUND | | LATE-YEAR ORDINARY LOSS DEFERRAL | | | POST-OCTOBER CAPITAL LOSS DEFERRAL | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | — | | | | — | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Emerging Markets Fund | | | — | | | | —’ | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 1,275,596 | | | | — | |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 3,404,863 | | | | — | |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 627,007 | | | | — | |
BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund | | | 442,354 | | | | — | |
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryforwards as of August 31, 2021 that may be available to offset future realized capital gains and thereby reduce future capital gains distributions. Under the Regulated Investment Company Modernization
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
February 28, 2022
Act of 2010, the Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses incurred in taxable years beginning after December 22, 2010 for an unlimited period. Any losses incurred during those future taxable years will be required to be utilized prior to any losses incurred in pre-enactment taxable years. Additionally, post-enactment capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses rather than being considered all short-term as under the previous law. During the fiscal year, the WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund had utilized $4,995,702, BP Global Equity Fund had utilized $15,806,924, BP Emerging Markets Fund had utilized $1,747,300, BP Global Long/Short Fund had utilized $16,093,057, and BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund had utilized $4,418,457 of carry forward capital losses.
As of August 31, 2021, the BP Global Equity Fund had short-term post-enactment capital losses of $28,907,833. The BP Global Long/Short Fund had short-term post-enactment capital losses of $22,882,500. The BP Emerging Markets Dynamic Equity Fund had short-term post-enactment capital losses of $1,047,838. The capital losses can be carried forward for an unlimited period.
8. SECURITIES LENDING
Securities may be loaned to financial institutions, such as broker-dealers, and are required to be secured continuously by collateral in cash, cash equivalents, letter of credit or U.S. Government securities maintained on a current basis at an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned. Cash collateral received, pursuant to investment guidelines established by the Funds and approved by the Board, is invested in short-term investments. All such investments are made at the risk of the Funds and, as such, the Funds are liable for investment losses. Such loans would involve risks of delay in receiving additional collateral in the event the value of the collateral decreased below the value of the securities loaned or of delay in recovering the securities loaned or even loss of rights in the collateral should the borrower of the securities fail financially. However, loans will be made only to borrowers deemed by Boston Partners to be of good standing and only when, in Boston Partners’ judgment, the income to be earned from the loans justifies the attendant risks. Any loans of a Fund’s securities will be fully collateralized and marked to market daily. Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending are overnight and continuous. During the current fiscal period, the Funds participated in securities lending. The market value of securities on loan and cash collateral as of the end of the reporting period and the income generated from the program during the current fiscal period with respect to such loans were as follows:
FUND | | MARKET VALUE OF SECURITIES LOANED | | MARKET VALUE OF COLLATERAL | | INCOME RECEIVED FROM SECURITIES LENDING |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | $ | 254,020,834 | | | | $ | 259,310,624 | | | | $ | 47,311 | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | | 276,697,447 | | | | | 282,411,206 | | | | | 74,228 | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | | 8,250,950 | | | | | 8,302,286 | | | | | 3,386 | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | | 22,633,206 | | | | | 23,127,754 | | | | | 5,009 | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | | 8,935,292 | | | | | 9,178,187 | | | | | 5,654 | |
Securities lending transactions are entered into by the Funds’ securities lending agent on behalf of the Funds under a Master Securities Lending Agreement (“MSLA”) which permits the Funds’ securities lending agent on behalf of the Funds, under certain circumstances including an event of default (such as bankruptcy or insolvency), to offset amounts payable on behalf of the Funds to the same counterparty against amounts to be received and create one single net payment due to or from the Funds. The following table is a summary of the Funds’ open securities lending transactions which are subject to a MSLA as of the end of the reporting period:
| | | | | | | | | | | GROSS AMOUNT NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | |
FUND | | GROSS AMOUNT OF RECOGNIZED ASSETS | | | GROSS AMOUNTS OFFSET IN THE STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | NET AMOUNT OF ASSETS PRESENTED IN THE STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS1 | | | CASH COLLATERAL RECEIVED | | | NET AMOUNT | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | $ | 254,020,834 | | | | — | | | $ | 254,020,834 | | | $ | (254,020,834 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Small Cap Value Fund II | | | 276,697,447 | | | | — | | | | 276,697,447 | | | | (276,697,447 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 8,250,950 | | | | — | | | | 8,250,950 | | | | (8,250,950 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Global Equity Fund | | | 22,633,206 | | | | — | | | | 22,633,206 | | | | (22,633,206 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 8,935,292 | | | | — | | | | 8,935,292 | | | | (8,935,292 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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1 | Amount disclosed is limited to the amount of assets presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilites. Actual collateral received may be more than the amount shown. |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (concluded)
February 28, 2022
9. LINE OF CREDIT
The Company, on behalf of the Funds, has established a line of credit (“LoC”) with the Custodian to be used for temporary or emergency purposes, primarily for financing redemption payments. Any loan issued to a Fund utilizing the LoC (each, a “Borrowing Fund” and together, the “Borrowing Funds”) is secured by securities held in the Borrowing Fund’s portfolio. The LOC was renewed on September 14, 2021. The LOC will mature, unless renewed, on September 13, 2022. Borrowing under the LoC is limited to the lesser of (i) $100,000,000, (ii) 20.0% of the gross market value of a Borrowing Fund, or (iii) 33 1/3% of the net market value of the unencumbered assets of a Borrowing Fund. The interest rate paid by the Borrowing Funds on outstanding borrowings is equal to the prime lending rate of the Custodian, which was 3.25% at February 28, 2022.
During the current fiscal period, the Funds’ LoC borrowing activity was as follows:
| | AVERAGE BORROWINGS | | | MAXIMUM AMOUNT OUTSTANDING | | | INTEREST EXPENSE | | | AVERAGE INTEREST RATE | |
BP All-Cap Value Fund | | | $28,674,714 | | | | $100,000,000 | | | | $18,121 | | | | 3.25 | % |
WPG Small/Micro Cap Value Fund | | | 18,000 | | | | 25,000 | | | | 7 | | | | 3.25 | % |
BP Long/Short Equity Fund | | | 123,750 | | | | 215,000 | | | | 179 | | | | 3.25 | % |
BP Long/Short Research Fund | | | 10,013,516 | | | | 41,018,000 | | | | 57,856 | | | | 3.25 | % |
BP Global Long/Short Fund | | | 3,016,500 | | | | 3,284,000 | | | | 545 | | | | 3.25 | % |
10. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
11. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (888) 261-4073 and on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedule
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement – WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund and Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund
As required by the 1940 Act, the Board, including all of the Directors who are not “interested persons” of the Company, as that term is defined in the 1940 Act (the “Independent Directors”), considered the approval of the investment advisory agreement between the Adviser and the Company (the “Investment Advisory Agreement”) on behalf of the WPG Partners Select Small Cap Value Fund and Boston Partners Global Sustainability Fund (for this section only, each a “Fund” and together the “Funds”), at a meeting of the Board held on November 10-11, 2021 (for this section only, the “Meeting”). At the Meeting, the Board, including all of the Independent Directors, approved the Investment Advisory Agreement for an initial period ending August 16, 2023. In approving the Investment Advisory Agreement, the Board considered information provided by the Adviser with the assistance and advice of counsel to the Independent Directors and the Company.
In considering the approval of the Investment Advisory Agreement, the Directors took into account all materials provided prior to and during the Meeting and at other meetings throughout the past year, the presentations made during the Meeting and the discussions held during the Meeting. Among other things, the Directors considered (i) the nature, extent, and quality of services to be provided to the Funds by the Adviser; (ii) descriptions of the experience and qualifications of the personnel providing those services; (iii) the Adviser’s investment philosophy and process; (iv) the Adviser’s assets under management and client descriptions; (v) the Adviser’s soft dollar commission and trade allocation policies, including information on the types of research and services obtained in connection with soft dollar commissions; (vi) the Adviser’s advisory fee arrangements and other similarly managed clients, as applicable; (vii) the Adviser’s compliance procedures; (viii) the Adviser’s financial information and insurance coverage; (ix) the extent to which economies of scale are relevant to the Funds; and (x) a report prepared by Broadridge/Lipper comparing each Fund’s proposed management fees and total expense ratio to those of its Lipper Group. The Directors noted that the Funds had not yet commenced operations, and consequently there was no performance information to review with respect to the Funds.
As part of their review, the Directors considered the nature, extent and quality of the services proposed to be provided by the Adviser. The Directors concluded that the Adviser had sufficient resources to provide services to the Funds.
The Board also considered the advisory fee rates payable by each of the Funds under the proposed Investment Advisory Agreement. In this regard, information on the fees to be paid by each Fund and each Fund’s expected total operating expense ratios (before and after fee waivers and expense reimbursements) were compared to similar information for mutual funds advised by other, unaffiliated investment advisory firms. The Directors noted that the Adviser had contractually agreed to waive management fees and reimburse expenses for at least one year to limit total annual operating expenses to agreed upon levels for the Funds.
After reviewing the information regarding the Adviser’s estimated costs, profitability and economies of scale, and after considering the services to be provided by the Adviser, the Directors concluded that the investment advisory fees to be paid by each of the Funds were fair and reasonable and that the Investment Advisory Agreement should be approved for an initial period ending August 16, 2023.
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INVESTMENT ADVISER Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc. 1 Beacon Street, 30th Floor Boston, MA 02108 ADMINISTRATOR AND TRANSFER AGENT U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC P.O. Box 701 Milwaukee, WI 53201 PRINCIPAL UNDERWRITER Quasar Distributors, LLC 111 E. Kilbourn Ave., Suite 2200 Milwaukee, WI 53202 | | CUSTODIAN U.S. Bank, N.A. 1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302 Milwaukee, WI 53212 INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Ernst & Young LLP One Commerce Square 2005 Market Street, Suite 700 Philadelphia, PA 19103 LEGAL COUNSEL Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP One Logan Square, Ste. 2000 Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996 |
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
of
THE RBB FUND, INC.
Class A (TICKER: EBSAX)
Class C (TICKER: EBSCX)
Class I (TICKER: EBSIX)
Semi-Annual Report
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average annual total returns for the periods ended FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | ONE YEAR | THREE YEARS | FIVE YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION(2) | |
Class A Shares (without sales charge) | 4.69% | 14.63% | 9.91% | 4.79% | 3.27% | |
Class A Shares (with sales charge) | 1.00% | 10.62% | 8.59% | 4.03% | 2.86% | |
BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (3)(4) | 5.57% | 11.53% | 8.80% | 3.95% | 2.67% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index (3)(5) | -2.61% | 16.41% | 18.26% | 15.18% | 14.73% | |
(2) | The Fund commenced operations on March 8, 2013 as a separate portfolio (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust. Effective May 29, 2020, the Predecessor Fund was reorganized as a new series of The RBB Fund, Inc. (the “Reorganization”). The performance shown for periods prior to May 29, 2020 represents the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(4) | The BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (“BTOP50 Index”) seeks to replicate the overall composition of the managed futures industry with regard to trading style and overall market exposure. The BTOP50 Index employs a top-down approach in selecting its constituents. The largest investable trading advisor programs, as measured by assets under management, are selected for inclusion in the BTOP50 Index. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
(5) | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the S&P 500® Total Return Index are presented for general comparative purposes. The S&P 500® Total Return Index is a widely accepted, unmanaged index of U.S. stock market performance which does not take into account charges, fees and other expenses. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
Effective January 15, 2021, the outstanding Class P Shares of the Fund were converted into Class A Shares of the Fund. Class A Shares of the Fund have a 3.50% maximum sales charge. Prior to February 16, 2021, the Class A Shares of the Fund had a 5.75% maximum sales charge.
Performance data quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted above. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Call the Fund at 1-844-261-6488 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio for Class A Shares, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, as supplemented, is 2.33% and the Fund’s net operating expense ratio after waivers for Class A Shares is 2.00%. Campbell & Company Investment Adviser LLC has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) for Class A Shares to 2.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 3, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
An investment in the Fund is speculative and involves substantial risk. The Fund is not suitable for all investors. It is possible that an investor may lose some or all of its investment. The Fund invests in long and short positions in futures, forwards and spot contracts, each of which may be tied to commodities, financial indices and instruments, foreign currencies, or equity indices. The Fund also invests in investment grade fixed income securities of all durations and maturities. The Fund may be more volatile than investments in traditional securities. Losses on futures and other derivatives can be caused by unanticipated market movements and may be potentially unlimited. Commodities, currencies, foreign investments, and interest rate-linked instruments each entail special risks. The Fund is non-diversified; therefore gains or losses on a single holding may have a relatively great impact on the Fund. A more complete description of the Fund’s risks can be found in its prospectus, which should be read carefully before investing.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average annual total returns for the periods ended FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | ONE YEAR | THREE YEARS | FIVE YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION(2) | |
Class C Shares (without contingent deferred sales charge) | 4.26% | 13.91% | 9.03% | 3.98% | 3.40% | |
Class C Shares (with contingent deferred sales charge) | 3.29% | 12.91% | 9.03% | 3.98% | 3.40% | |
BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (3)(4) | 5.57% | 11.53% | 8.80% | 3.95% | 3.23% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index (3)(5) | -2.61% | 16.41% | 18.26% | 15.18% | 13.94% | |
(2) | Class C Shares of the Fund commenced operations on February 11, 2014 in a separate portfolio (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust. Effective May 29, 2020, the Predecessor Fund was reorganized as a new series of The RBB Fund, Inc. (the “Reorganization”). The performance shown for periods prior to May 29, 2020 represents the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(4) | The BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (“BTOP50 Index”) seeks to replicate the overall composition of the managed futures industry with regard to trading style and overall market exposure. The BTOP50 Index employs a top-down approach in selecting its constituents. The largest investable trading advisor programs, as measured by assets under management, are selected for inclusion in the BTOP50 Index. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
(5) | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the S&P 500® Total Return Index are presented for general comparative purposes. The S&P 500® Total Return Index is a widely accepted, unmanaged index of U.S. stock market performance which does not take into account charges, fees and other expenses. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
Performance data quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted above. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Call the Fund at 1-844-261-6488 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio for Class C Shares, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, as supplemented, is 3.08% and the Fund’s net operating expense ratio after waivers for Class C Shares is 2.75%. Campbell & Company Investment Adviser LLC has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) for Class C Shares to 2.75% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 3, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
An investment in the Fund is speculative and involves substantial risk. The Fund is not suitable for all investors. It is possible that an investor may lose some or all of its investment. The Fund invests in long and short positions in futures, forwards and spot contracts, each of which may be tied to commodities, financial indices and instruments, foreign currencies, or equity indices. The Fund also invests in investment grade fixed income securities of all durations and maturities. The Fund may be more volatile than investments in traditional securities. Losses on futures and other derivatives can be caused by unanticipated market movements and may be potentially unlimited. Commodities, currencies, foreign investments, and interest rate-linked instruments each entail special risks. The Fund is non-diversified; therefore gains or losses on a single holding may have a relatively great impact on the Fund. A more complete description of the Fund’s risks can be found in its prospectus, which should be read carefully before investing.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average annual total returns for the periods ended FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | ONE YEAR | THREE YEARS | FIVE YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION(2) | |
Class I Shares | 4.81% | 14.88% | 10.14% | 5.04% | 3.53% | |
BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (3)(4) | 5.25% | 11.53% | 8.80% | 3.95% | 2.67% | |
S&P 500® Total Return Index (3)(5) | -2.61% | 16.41% | 18.26% | 15.18% | 14.73% | |
(2) | The Fund commenced operations on March 8, 2013 as a separate portfolio (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust. Effective May 29, 2020, the Predecessor Fund was reorganized as a new series of The RBB Fund, Inc. (the “Reorganization”). The performance shown for periods prior to May 29, 2020 represents the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(4) | The BarclayHedge BTOP50 Index (“BTOP50 Index”) seeks to replicate the overall composition of the managed futures industry with regard to trading style and overall market exposure. The BTOP50 Index employs a top-down approach in selecting its constituents. The largest investable trading advisor programs, as measured by assets under management, are selected for inclusion in the BTOP50 Index. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
(5) | This is not a primary benchmark of the Fund. Results of the S&P 500® Total Return Index are presented for general comparative purposes. The S&P 500® Total Return Index is a widely accepted, unmanaged index of U.S. stock market performance which does not take into account charges, fees and other expenses. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. |
Performance data quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the returns quoted above. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Call the Fund at 1-844-261-6488 for returns current to the most recent month-end.
The performance data quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio for Class I Shares, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, as supplemented, is 2.08% and the Fund’s net operating expense ratio after waivers is for Class I Shares 1.75%. Campbell & Company Investment Adviser LLC has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes) for Class I Shares to 1.75% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 3, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Consolidated Financial Highlights for current figures.
An investment in the Fund is speculative and involves substantial risk. The Fund is not suitable for all investors. It is possible that an investor may lose some or all of its investment. The Fund invests in long and short positions in futures, forwards and spot contracts, each of which may be tied to commodities, financial indices and instruments, foreign currencies, or equity indices. The Fund also invests in investment grade fixed income securities of all durations and maturities. The Fund may be more volatile than investments in traditional securities. Losses on futures and other derivatives can be caused by unanticipated market movements and may be potentially unlimited. Commodities, currencies, foreign investments, and interest rate-linked instruments each entail special risks. The Fund is non-diversified; therefore gains or losses on a single holding may have a relatively great impact on the Fund. A more complete description of the Fund’s risks can be found in its prospectus, which should be read carefully before investing.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Fund Expense Example
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
This example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period * | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Returns for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,045.70 | $ 10.14 | 2.03% | 4.57% |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,041.40 | 13.92 | 2.78 | 4.14 |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,045.80 | 8.88 | 1.78 | 4.58 |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | | |
Class A Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $1,014.73 | $ 10.14 | 2.03% | N/A |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,011.16 | 13.71 | 2.78 | N/A |
Class I Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,015.97 | 8.90 | 1.78 | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The Fund’s ending account values on the first line in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table presents a consolidated summary of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS: | | | 71.8 | % | | $ | 113,857,121 | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | | | | | | |
MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT: | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account | | | 14.3 | | | | 22,769,638 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES (including futures and forward foreign currency contracts) | | | 13.9 | | | | 21,943,721 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 158,570,480 | |
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by allocating its assets among derivatives and fixed income securities.
As a result of the Fund’s use of derivatives, the Fund may hold significant amounts of U.S. Treasuries or short-term investments.
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
Refer to the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments for a detailed listing of the Fund’s holdings.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| Coupon* | Maturity Date | | Par (000’s) | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 71.8% | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS — 71.8% | | | | | | | | | | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.020% | 03/17/22 | | $ | 12,000 | | | $ | 11,999,880 | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.025% | 04/14/22 | | | 20,000 | | | | 19,996,761 | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.051% | 05/12/22 | | | 18,500 | | | | 18,489,954 | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.091% | 06/16/22 | | | 20,000 | | | | 19,976,356 | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.437% | 07/21/22 | | | 23,500 | | | | 23,450,563 | |
United States Treasury Bill | 0.537% | 08/11/22 | | | 20,000 | | | | 19,943,607 | |
TOTAL U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $113,903,874) | | | 113,857,121 | |
| | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | Number of Shares (000’s) | | | | | |
MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT — 14.3% | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 22,770 | | | | 22,769,638 | |
TOTAL MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT | | | 22,769,638 | |
(Cost $22,769,638) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 136,626,759 | |
(Cost $136,673,512) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 86.1% | | | 136,626,759 | |
(Cost $136,673,512) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 13.9% | | | 21,943,721 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 158,570,480 | |
* | Short-term investments’ coupon reflects the annualized yield on the date of purchase for discounted investments. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Futures contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Long Contracts | Expiration Date | Number of Contracts | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Amsterdam Index | Mar-22 | 26 | | $ | 4,252,309 | | | $ | 79,989 | |
Australian 10-Year Bond | Mar-22 | 214 | | | 20,909,811 | | | | 11,966 | |
Australian 3-Year Bond | Mar-22 | 130 | | | 10,661,490 | | | | 27,732 | |
Brent Crude | Jun-22 | 8 | | | 760,800 | | | | (30,074 | ) |
Cattle Feeder Futures | Apr-22 | 16 | | | 1,296,000 | | | | (70,785 | ) |
Copper | May-22 | 57 | | | 6,347,663 | | | | (97,650 | ) |
Corn | May-22 | 221 | | | 7,632,788 | | | | 298,403 | |
Cotton No.2 | May-22 | 140 | | | 8,338,400 | | | | (270,003 | ) |
Euro-Bund | Mar-22 | 137 | | | 25,659,274 | | | | 152,882 | |
FTSE/JSE TOP 40 | Mar-22 | 42 | | | 1,892,346 | | | | 4,800 | |
FTSE/MIB Index | Mar-22 | 2 | | | 284,989 | | | | (16,970 | ) |
Gasoline RBOB | Apr-22 | 35 | | | 4,310,775 | | | | 220,004 | |
London Metals Exchange Copper | Mar-22 | 52 | | | 766,324 | | | | (5,024 | ) |
JPN 10-Year Bond (Osaka Securities Exchange) | Mar-22 | 15 | | | 19,636,411 | | | | (21,390 | ) |
Kansas City Hard Red Winter Wheat | May-22 | 22 | | | 1,048,300 | | | | 43,649 | |
London Metals Exchange Aluminum | Mar-22 | 253 | | | 21,340,550 | | | | 4,155,054 | |
London Metals Exchange Aluminum | Jun-22 | 65 | | | 5,468,938 | | | | 235,308 | |
London Metals Exchange Copper | Mar-22 | 361 | | | 89,518,975 | | | | 1,926,869 | |
London Metals Exchange Copper | Jun-22 | 116 | | | 28,647,650 | | | | (120,123 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Nickel | Mar-22 | 114 | | | 16,827,084 | | | | 3,017,929 | |
London Metals Exchange Nickel | Jun-22 | 29 | | | 4,208,886 | | | | 153,084 | |
London Metals Exchange Zinc | Mar-22 | 112 | | | 10,306,100 | | | | 369,853 | |
London Metals Exchange Zinc | Jun-22 | 62 | | | 5,678,038 | | | | 76,948 | |
Low Sulphur Gasoil G Futures | Apr-22 | 37 | | | 3,162,575 | | | | 87,686 | |
Nasdaq 100 E-Mini | Mar-22 | 11 | | | 3,130,160 | | | | 48,412 | |
NY Harbor Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel | Apr-22 | 46 | | | 5,663,272 | | | | 308,878 | |
OMX Stockholm 30 Index | Mar-22 | 108 | | | 2,432,299 | | | | (120,666 | ) |
Palladium | Jun-22 | 1 | | | 250,460 | | | | 15,268 | |
Platinum | Apr-22 | 28 | | | 1,454,180 | | | | (11,998 | ) |
S&P 500 E-Mini | Mar-22 | 9 | | | 1,965,600 | | | | 7,506 | |
S&P/TSX 60 Index | Mar-22 | 11 | | | 2,213,712 | | | | 8,482 | |
SGX Nifty 50 | Mar-22 | 21 | | | 704,760 | | | | (8,597 | ) |
Silver | May-22 | 62 | | | 7,553,460 | | | | (65 | ) |
Soybean Meal | May-22 | 60 | | | 2,677,800 | | | | (71,742 | ) |
Soybean Oil | May-22 | 148 | | | 6,439,776 | | | | 456,319 | |
U.S. Treasury Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | Jun-22 | 8 | | | 1,253,500 | | | | 4,299 | |
| | | | | | | | $ | 10,866,233 | |
Short Contracts | Expiration Date | Number of Contracts | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
3-Month Euro Euribor | Mar-23 | 21 | | $ | (5,874,507 | ) | | $ | (9,459 | ) |
90-DAY Bank Bill | Mar-23 | 10 | | | (7,231,285 | ) | | | (388 | ) |
90-Day Euro | Jun-23 | 68 | | | (16,644,700 | ) | | | (24,285 | ) |
Bank Acceptance | Jun-23 | 38 | | | (7,314,063 | ) | | | (10,000 | ) |
CAC40 10 Euro | Mar-22 | 10 | | | (746,193 | ) | | | (8,467 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Short Contracts | Expiration Date | Number of Contracts | | Notional Amount | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Canadian 10-Year Bond | Jun-22 | 131 | | $ | (14,125,262 | ) | | $ | (93,574 | ) |
Cocoa | May-22 | 7 | | | (177,030 | ) | | | 3,099 | |
Coffee | May-22 | 30 | | | (2,620,125 | ) | | | 140,328 | |
DAX Index | Mar-22 | 20 | | | (8,124,594 | ) | | | 14,288 | |
DJIA Mini E-CBOT | Mar-22 | 2 | | | (338,400 | ) | | | 13,091 | |
Euro BUXL 30-Year Bond Futures | Mar-22 | 5 | | | (1,108,806 | ) | | | (1,194 | ) |
Euro Stoxx 50 | Mar-22 | 62 | | | (2,729,958 | ) | | | (55,936 | ) |
Euro-Bobl | Mar-22 | 58 | | | (8,575,202 | ) | | | (35,364 | ) |
Euro-BTP | Mar-22 | 15 | | | (2,373,971 | ) | | | 54,262 | |
Euro-Oat | Mar-22 | 18 | | | (3,194,492 | ) | | | (14,664 | ) |
Euro-Schatz | Mar-22 | 11 | | | (1,381,259 | ) | | | (3,023 | ) |
FTSE 100 Index | Mar-22 | 29 | | | (2,892,297 | ) | | | (48,907 | ) |
FTSE Taiwan Index | Mar-22 | 1 | | | (61,800 | ) | | | (520 | ) |
Gold 100 Oz | Apr-22 | 16 | | | (3,041,120 | ) | | | 54,991 | |
Hang Seng China Enterprises Index | Mar-22 | 9 | | | (462,461 | ) | | | 15,548 | |
Hang Seng Index | Mar-22 | 65 | | | (9,422,779 | ) | | | 269,760 | |
IBEX 35 Index | Mar-22 | 8 | | | (761,133 | ) | | | 4,899 | |
ICE Three Month SONIA Index Futures | Mar-23 | 105 | | | (34,577,190 | ) | | | 179,628 | |
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF | Mar-22 | 4 | | | (431,960 | ) | | | 19,690 | |
Live Cattle | Apr-22 | 94 | | | (5,317,580 | ) | | | 87,413 | |
London Metals Exchange Aluminum | Mar-22 | 253 | | | (21,340,550 | ) | | | (3,390,444 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Aluminum | Jun-22 | 57 | | | (4,795,838 | ) | | | (211,590 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Copper | Mar-22 | 361 | | | (89,518,975 | ) | | | (2,714,006 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Copper | Jun-22 | 97 | | | (23,955,363 | ) | | | (34,568 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Nickel | Mar-22 | 114 | | | (16,827,084 | ) | | | (2,448,843 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Nickel | Jun-22 | 4 | | | (580,536 | ) | | | 2,655 | |
London Metals Exchange Zinc | Mar-22 | 112 | | | (10,306,100 | ) | | | (731,943 | ) |
London Metals Exchange Zinc | Jun-22 | 70 | | | (6,410,688 | ) | | | (100,061 | ) |
Long Gilt | Jun-22 | 261 | | | (43,094,429 | ) | | | (262,261 | ) |
MSCI Emerging Markets Index | Mar-22 | 4 | | | (235,100 | ) | | | 11,180 | |
MSCI Singapore Exchange ETS | Mar-22 | 90 | | | (2,200,044 | ) | | | 65,812 | |
Natural Gas | Apr-22 | 7 | | | (308,140 | ) | | | 4,303 | |
Nikkie 225 (Osaka Securities Exchange) | Mar-22 | 29 | | | (6,699,778 | ) | | | (48,754 | ) |
Russell 2000 E-Mini | Mar-22 | 28 | | | (2,862,300 | ) | | | (39,534 | ) |
S&P Mid 400 E-Mini | Mar-22 | 9 | | | (2,392,200 | ) | | | (40,039 | ) |
Soybean | May-22 | 54 | | | (4,419,225 | ) | | | (57,705 | ) |
SPI 200 Index | Mar-22 | 3 | | | (382,561 | ) | | | 231 | |
Sugar No. 11 (World) | May-22 | 304 | | | (6,026,496 | ) | | | 15,008 | |
Topix Index | Mar-22 | 6 | | | (986,909 | ) | | | 13,054 | |
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes | Jun-22 | 527 | | | (67,159,563 | ) | | | (516,028 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes | Jun-22 | 378 | | | (81,355,640 | ) | | | (151,738 | ) |
U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes | Jun-22 | 74 | | | (8,752,813 | ) | | | (36,249 | ) |
U.S. Treasury Ultra Long Bond (Chicago Board of Trade) | Jun-22 | 10 | | | (1,859,375 | ) | | | (20,174 | ) |
Wheat | May-22 | 52 | | | (2,428,400 | ) | | | (347,962 | ) |
WTI Crude | Apr-22 | 21 | | | (2,010,120 | ) | | | (67,001 | ) |
| | | | | | | | $ | (10,555,441 | ) |
Total Futures Contracts | | | | | | | | $ | 310,792 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Forward foreign currency contracts outstanding as of February 28, 2022 were as follows:
Currency Purchased | | | | Currency Sold | | | | Expiration Date | Counterparty | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
AUD | | | 199,600,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 143,208,949 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | $ | 1,796,201 | |
BRL | | | 76,750,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 13,848,299 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 983,790 | |
CAD | | | 256,950,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 202,523,022 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 213,400 | |
CHF | | | 29,500,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 32,202,083 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (10,934 | ) |
CLP | | | 9,950,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 12,129,135 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 296,062 | |
CNH | | | 9,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 1,403,450 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 19,663 | |
COP | | | 29,550,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 7,361,498 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 131,051 | |
CZK | | | 204,800,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 9,238,732 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (127,697 | ) |
EUR | | | 115,050,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 130,330,381 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (1,240,951 | ) |
GBP | | | 103,150,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 139,703,556 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (1,306,384 | ) |
HUF | | | 5,094,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 15,777,687 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (447,184 | ) |
IDR | | | 58,450,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 4,014,726 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 49,156 | |
INR | | | 2,186,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 28,978,094 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (17,447 | ) |
JPY | | | 16,876,500,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 147,299,251 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (448,393 | ) |
KRW | | | 2,850,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 2,393,002 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (23,558 | ) |
MXN | | | 483,600,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 23,007,495 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 537,102 | |
NOK | | | 359,100,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 40,330,226 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 399,204 | |
NZD | | | 96,600,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 64,954,216 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 391,786 | |
PHP | | | 876,750,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 17,108,866 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (18,491 | ) |
PLN | | | 68,850,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 16,984,709 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (604,326 | ) |
RUB | | | 887,000,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 11,552,144 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (3,458,072 | ) |
SEK | | | 310,950,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 33,871,511 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (1,028,733 | ) |
SGD | | | 23,919,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 17,719,240 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (77,703 | ) |
TWD | | | 185,400,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 6,707,611 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (94,328 | ) |
USD | | | 159,199,138 | | | | | | AUD | | | 222,800,000 | | �� | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (2,660,320 | ) |
USD | | | 4,583,259 | | | | | | BRL | | | 25,600,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (363,992 | ) |
USD | | | 156,558,580 | | | | | | CAD | | | 199,850,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (1,125,303 | ) |
USD | | | 36,056,023 | | | | | | CHF | | | 33,200,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (172,660 | ) |
USD | | | 9,953,846 | | | | | | CLP | | | 8,250,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (348,452 | ) |
USD | | | 3,884,893 | | | | | | CNH | | | 24,900,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (52,384 | ) |
USD | | | 3,490,742 | | | | | | COP | | | 13,860,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (23,530 | ) |
USD | | | 8,991,801 | | | | | | CZK | | | 198,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 183,280 | |
USD | | | 141,185,389 | | | | | | EUR | | | 124,500,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 1,492,786 | |
USD | | | 165,821,913 | | | | | | GBP | | | 123,350,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 322,241 | |
USD | | | 20,532,818 | | | | | | HUF | | | 6,606,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 651,917 | |
USD | | | 696,387 | | | | | | IDR | | | 9,975,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 2,850 | |
USD | | | 30,574,709 | | | | | | INR | | | 2,320,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (161,202 | ) |
USD | | | 183,098,120 | | | | | | JPY | | | 20,946,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 836,509 | |
USD | | | 10,527,630 | | | | | | KRW | | | 12,510,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 127,019 | |
USD | | | 16,049,040 | | | | | | MXN | | | 333,900,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (207,248 | ) |
USD | | | 45,530,862 | | | | | | NOK | | | 406,650,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (591,730 | ) |
USD | | | 73,643,745 | | | | | | NZD | | | 109,350,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (327,117 | ) |
USD | | | 14,172,683 | | | | | | PHP | | | 726,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 20,858 | |
USD | | | 21,568,368 | | | | | | PLN | | | 87,150,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 834,157 | |
USD | | | 11,380,932 | | | | | | RUB | | | 887,000,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 3,286,860 | |
USD | | | 57,873,252 | | | | | | SEK | | | 526,950,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 2,216,386 | |
USD | | | 27,703,782 | | | | | | SGD | | | 37,740,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (131,480 | ) |
USD | | | 21,601,678 | | | | | | TWD | | | 595,350,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | 365,335 | |
USD | | | 14,582,903 | | | | | | ZAR | | | 230,800,000 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | | (395,142 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Currency Purchased | | | | Currency Sold | | | | Expiration Date | Counterparty | | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
ZAR | | | 356,400,000 | | | | | | USD | | | 22,801,302 | | | | | | Mar 16 2022 | UBS | | $ | 327,707 | |
Total Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | $ | 20,559 | |
AUD | Australian Dollar | | JPY | Japanese Yen |
BRL | Brazilian Real | | KRW | South Korean Won |
CAD | Canadian Dollar | | MXN | Mexican Peso |
CHF | Swiss Franc | | NOK | Norwegian Krone |
CLP | Chilean Peso | | NZD | New Zealand Dollar |
CNH | Chinese Yuan Renminbi | | PHP | Philippine Peso |
COP | Columbian Peso | | PLN | Polish Zloty |
CZK | Czech Koruna | | RUB | Russian Ruble |
EUR | Euro | | SEK | Swedish Krona |
GBP | British Pound | | SGD | Singapore Dollar |
HUF | Hungarian Forint | | TWD | Taiwan New Dollar |
IDR | Indonesian Rupiah | | UBS | Union Bank of Switzerland |
INR | Indian Rupee | | USD | United States Dollar |
| | | ZAR | South African Rand |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $136,673,512) | | $ | 136,626,759 | |
Deposits with brokers: | | | | |
Futures contracts | | | 11,022,036 | |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | 9,754,702 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 15,485,320 | |
Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 12,680,560 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | | | 1,267,164 | |
Interest receivable | | | 109 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 18,599 | |
Total assets | | | 186,855,249 | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | 15,464,761 | |
Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 12,369,768 | |
Payable for: | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 164,604 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 143,967 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 141,669 | |
Total liabilities | | | 28,284,769 | |
Net assets | | $ | 158,570,480 | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 18,402 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 166,546,151 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | (7,994,073 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 158,570,480 | |
CAPITAL SHARES: | | | | |
Class A Shares: | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class A Shares | | $ | 13,164,776 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,536,572 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 8.57 | |
Maximum offering price per share (100/96.5 of $8.57) | | $ | 8.88 | |
| | | | |
Class C Shares: | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class C Shares | | $ | 9,390,757 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,160,199 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 8.09 | |
| | | | |
Class I Shares: | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class I Shares | | $ | 136,014,947 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 15,705,148 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 8.66 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statement of Operations
For the Period Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 26,804 | |
Total investment income | | | 26,804 | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 1,176,240 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 124,237 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 59,512 | |
Distribution fees - Class A Shares | | | 50,850 | |
Distribution fees - Class C Shares | | | 11,513 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 39,298 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 31,935 | |
Legal fees | | | 26,830 | |
Interest expense | | | 19,996 | |
Officer fees | | | 13,940 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 9,949 | |
Director fees | | | 7,450 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 6,132 | |
Other expenses | | | 16,628 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1,594,510 | |
Less: waivers and reimbursements (Note 2) | | | (257,018 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1,337,492 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (1,310,688 | ) |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | |
Investments | | | — | |
Futures contracts | | | 3,109,125 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | 1,283,551 | |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | 1,444,505 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | |
Investments | | | (42,472 | ) |
Futures contracts | | | (251,363 | ) |
Foreign currency translations | | | 94,343 | |
Forward foreign currency contracts | | | 2,334,900 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 7,972,589 | |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | 6,661,901 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Increase/(Decrease) in Net Assets From Operations: |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (1,310,688 | ) | | $ | (2,350,654 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments, futures contracts, foreign currency transactions and forward foreign currency contracts | | | 5,837,181 | | | | 19,865,730 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments, future contracts, foreign currency translation and forward foreign currency contracts | | | 2,135,408 | | | | 1,872,596 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 6,661,901 | | | | 19,387,672 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders From: |
Total distributable earnings | | | (10,151,201 | ) | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (10,151,201 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
Capital Share Transactions: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 1,924,620 | | | | 2,308,824 | |
Proceeds from Class A exchange(1) | | | — | | | | 1,359,037 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 840,477 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,915,351 | ) | | | (2,953,649 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 849,746 | | | | 714,212 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 714,741 | | | | 754,588 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 635,536 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (747,960 | ) | | | (2,022,531 | ) |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 602,317 | | | | (1,267,943 | ) |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 22,025,504 | | | | 27,131,524 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | 8,403,372 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (10,836,205 | ) | | | (39,760,338 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | 19,592,671 | | | | (12,628,814 | ) |
Class P Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | — | | | | 298 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | (206,759 | ) |
Shares redeemed from exchange to Class A(1) | | | — | | | | (1,359,037 | ) |
Total from Class P Shares | | | — | | | | (1,565,498 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 21,044,734 | | | | (14,748,043 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 17,555,434 | | | | 4,639,629 | |
(1) | Effective January 15, 2021, the outstanding Class P Shares of the Fund were converted into Class A Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded)
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | $ | 141,015,046 | | | $ | 136,375,417 | |
End of period | | $ | 158,570,480 | | | $ | 141,015,046 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Share Transactions: | | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 223,313 | | | | 266,755 | |
Shares exchanged from Class P(1) | | | — | | | | 170,620 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 103,635 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (230,533 | ) | | | (370,683 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 96,415 | | | | 66,692 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 86,682 | | | | 94,281 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 82,860 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (92,480 | ) | | | (259,840 | ) |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 77,062 | | | | (165,559 | ) |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 2,536,518 | | | | 3,267,371 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 1,026,053 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,263,448 | ) | | | (4,947,584 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | 2,299,123 | | | | (1,680,213 | ) |
Class P Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | — | | | | 38 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | (26,237 | ) |
Shares exchanged into Class A(1) | | | — | | | | (164,862 | ) |
Total from Class P Shares | | | — | | | | (191,061 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 2,472,600 | | | | (1,970,141 | ) |
(1) | Effective January 15, 2021, the outstanding Class P Shares of the Fund were converted into Class A Shares of the Fund at a conversion factor of 1:1.035. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class A | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Period Ended August 31, 2020(1)(2) | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2017 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2016 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 8.76 | | | $ | 7.55 | | | $ | 9.81 | | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 9.36 | | | $ | 10.13 | | | $ | 11.17 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(3) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | (4) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments, futures, forward currency and swap contracts (5) | | | 0.46 | | | | 1.37 | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | 1.45 | | | | 0.16 | | | | (0.73 | ) | | | (0.74 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.38 | | | | 1.21 | | | | (0.83 | ) | | | 1.45 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.77 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.48 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (1.13 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.21 | ) |
Net realized capital gain | | | (0.09 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.64 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.57 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.43 | ) | | | (1.13 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.21 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.57 | | | $ | 8.76 | | | $ | 7.55 | | | $ | 9.81 | | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 9.36 | | | $ | 10.13 | |
Total investment return (6) | | | 4.69 | %(7) | | | 16.03 | % | | | (8.86 | )%(7) | | | 17.73 | % | | | 1.39 | % | | | (7.60 | )% | | | (7.60 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 13,165 | | | $ | 12,613 | | | $ | 10,365 | | | $ | 12,895 | | | $ | 14,744 | | | $ | 24,092 | | | $ | 64,528 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements (10) | | | 2.03 | %(8) | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.15 | %(8) | | | 2.12 | % | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.17 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements (9)(11) | | | 2.39 | %(8) | | | 2.36 | % | | | 2.51 | %(8) | | | 2.54 | % | | | 1.96 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.25 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.98 | )%(8) | | | (1.93 | )% | | | (0.93 | )%(8) | | | (0.03 | )% | | | (0.32 | )% | | | (0.45 | )% | | | (0.83 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate (12) | | | 0 | %(7) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | %(7) | | | 15 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | The fiscal year end of the Predecessor Fund was September 30. The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 to reflect the fiscal year end of the other series of the Company. The period ended is from October 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020. |
(2) | Prior to May 29, 2020, the Fund was a diversified series (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust (the “Trust”), an open-end management investment company (or mutual fund) organized on June 2, 2010, as a statutory trust under the laws of the State of Delaware. The Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund following the close of business on May 29, 2020 (the “Reorganization”). As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Performance and accounting information prior to May 29, 2020 included herein is that of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(4) | Less than $0.005 per share. |
(5) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(6) | Total returns are historical and assume changes in share price and reinvestment of dividends and distributions. Total returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized. Had the Adviser not waived its fees or reimbursed a portion of the Fund’s expenses, the returns would have been lower. |
(9) | Represents the ratio of expenses to average net assets absent fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements by the Adviser. |
(10) Ratio of net expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense | 2.00% | 2.00% | 2.12% | 2.07% | 1.58% | 1.15% | 1.15% |
(11) Ratio of gross expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense(9) | 2.36% | 2.33% | 2.48% | 2.49% | 1.96% | 1.33% | 1.23% |
(12) | Portfolio turnover is calculated on the basis of the Fund as a whole without distinguishing between the classes of shares issued. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class C | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Period Ended August 31, 2020(1)(2) | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2017 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2016 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 8.38 | | | $ | 7.28 | | | $ | 9.51 | | | $ | 9.20 | | | $ | 9.15 | | | $ | 9.98 | | | $ | 11.03 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(3) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments, futures, forward currency and swap contracts (4) | | | 0.43 | | | | 1.31 | | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 1.42 | | | | 0.15 | | | | (0.72 | ) | | | (0.72 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.32 | | | | 1.10 | | | | (0.86 | ) | | | 1.35 | | | | 0.05 | | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.89 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.52 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.73 | ) | | | (1.04 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.16 | ) |
Net realized capital gain | | | (0.09 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.64 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.61 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.37 | ) | | | (1.04 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.16 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.09 | | | $ | 8.38 | | | $ | 7.28 | | | $ | 9.51 | | | $ | 9.20 | | | $ | 9.15 | | | $ | 9.98 | |
Total investment return (5) | | | 4.26 | %(6) | | | 15.11 | % | | | (9.49 | )%(6) | | | 16.88 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | (8.32 | )% | | | (8.16 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 9,391 | | | $ | 9,079 | | | $ | 9,087 | | | $ | 13,237 | | | $ | 15,676 | | | $ | 22,792 | | | $ | 48,712 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements (9) | | | 2.78 | %(7) | | | 2.78 | % | | | 2.88 | %(7) | | | 2.87 | % | | | 2.35 | % | | | 1.90 | % | | | 1.92 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements (8)(10) | | | 3.14 | %(7) | | | 3.11 | % | | | 3.27 | %(7) | | | 3.29 | % | | | 2.74 | % | | | 2.08 | % | | | 2.00 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (2.73 | )%(7) | | | (2.67 | )% | | | (1.65 | )%(7) | | | (0.78 | )% | | | (1.05 | )% | | | (1.19 | )% | | | (1.58 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate (11) | | | 0 | %(6) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | %(6) | | | 15 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | The fiscal year end of the Predecessor Fund was September 30. The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 to reflect the fiscal year end of the other series of the Company. The period ended is from October 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020. |
(2) | Prior to May 29, 2020, the Fund was a diversified series (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust (the “Trust”), an open-end management investment company (or mutual fund) organized on June 2, 2010, as a statutory trust under the laws of the State of Delaware. The Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund following the close of business on May 29, 2020 (the “Reorganization”). As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Performance and accounting information prior to May 29, 2020 included herein is that of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(4) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(5) | Total returns are historical and assume changes in share price and reinvestment of dividends and distributions. Total returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized. Had the Adviser not waived its fees or reimbursed a portion of the Fund’s expenses, the returns would have been lower. |
(8) | Represents the ratio of expenses to average net assets absent fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements by the Adviser. |
(9) Ratio of net expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense | 2.75% | 2.75% | 2.85% | 2.82% | 2.35% | 1.90% | 1.90% |
(10) Ratio of gross expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense(8) | 3.11% | 3.08% | 3.24% | 3.24% | 2.74% | 2.08% | 1.98% |
(11) | Portfolio turnover is calculated on the basis of the Fund as a whole without distinguishing between the classes of shares issued. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Consolidated Financial Highlights (Concluded)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the consolidated financial statements. |
| | Class I | |
| | For the Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Period Ended August 31, 2020(1)(2) | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2017 | | | For the Year Ended Sept. 30, 2016 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 8.90 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 9.93 | | | $ | 9.59 | | | $ | 9.44 | | | $ | 10.20 | | | $ | 11.22 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(3) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments, futures, forward currency and swap contracts (4) | | | 0.47 | | | | 1.39 | | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.48 | | | | 0.16 | | | | (0.74 | ) | | | (0.73 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.39 | | | | 1.25 | | | | (0.84 | ) | | | 1.50 | | | | 0.15 | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.54 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.80 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.23 | ) |
Net realized capital gain | | | (0.09 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.64 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.63 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.23 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.66 | | | $ | 8.90 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 9.93 | | | $ | 9.59 | | | $ | 9.44 | | | $ | 10.20 | |
Total investment return (5) | | | 4.81 | %(6) | | | 16.34 | % | | | (8.75 | )%(6) | | | 18.17 | % | | | 1.59 | % | | | (7.45 | )% | | | (7.20 | )% |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 136,015 | | | $ | 119,324 | | | $ | 115,431 | | | $ | 51,067 | | | $ | 89,456 | | | $ | 279,212 | | | $ | 754,171 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements (9) | | | 1.78 | %(7) | | | 1.78 | % | | | 1.88 | %(7) | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.30 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.92 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements (8)(10) | | | 2.14 | %(7) | | | 2.11 | % | | | 2.24 | %(7) | | | 2.28 | % | | | 1.64 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.00 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.73 | )%(7) | | | (1.68 | )% | | | (0.91 | )%(7) | | | 0.23 | % | | | (0.10 | )% | | | (0.20 | )% | | | (0.58 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate (11) | | | 0 | %(8) | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | %(6) | | | 15 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | The fiscal year end of the Predecessor Fund was September 30. The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 to reflect the fiscal year end of the other series of the Company. The period ended is from October 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020. |
(2) | Prior to May 29, 2020, the Fund was a diversified series (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust (the “Trust”), an open-end management investment company (or mutual fund) organized on June 2, 2010, as a statutory trust under the laws of the State of Delaware. The Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund following the close of business on May 29, 2020 (the “Reorganization”). As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Performance and accounting information prior to May 29, 2020 included herein is that of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(4) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(5) | Total returns are historical and assume changes in share price and reinvestment of dividends and distributions. Total returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized. Had the Adviser not waived its fees or reimbursed a portion of the Fund’s expenses, the returns would have been lower. |
(8) | Represents the ratio of expenses to average net assets absent fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements by the Adviser. |
(9) Ratio of net expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense | 1.75% | 1.75% | 1.85% | 1.80% | 1.30% | 0.90% | 0.90% |
(10) Ratio of gross expenses to average net assets excluding interest expense(8) | 2.11% | 2.08% | 2.21% | 2.24% | 1.64% | 1.07% | 0.98% |
(11) | Portfolio turnover is calculated on the basis of the Fund as a whole without distinguishing between the classes of shares issued. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Campbell Systematic Macro Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on March 4, 2013. The Fund currently offers Class A, Class C and Class I shares. Class A and Class I shares commenced operations on March 4, 2013. Class C commenced operations on February 11, 2014.
Class C and Class I shares are offered at net asset value. Class A shares are offered at net asset value plus a maximum sales charge of 3.50%. Prior to February 16, 2021, Class A shares were offered at net asset value plus a maximum sales charge of 5.75%. A contingent deferred sales charge (“CDSC”) of 1.00% is assessed on certain redemptions of Class A shares made within twelve months after a purchase of Class A shares where no initial sales charge was paid at the time of purchase as part of an investment of $1,000,000 or more. A CDSC of 1.00% is assessed on redemptions of Class C shares made within twelve months after a purchase of such shares. Each class represents an interest in the same assets of the Fund and classes are identical except for differences in their sales charge structures and ongoing service and distribution charges. All classes of shares have equal voting privileges except that each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its service and/or distribution plans. The Fund’s income, expenses (other than class specific distribution fees) and realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated proportionately each day based upon the relative net assets of each class.
Prior to May 29, 2020, the Fund was a diversified series (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Equinox Funds Trust (the “Trust”), an open-end management investment company (or mutual fund) organized on June 2, 2010, as a statutory trust under the laws of the State of Delaware. The Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund following the close of business on May 29, 2020 (the “Reorganization”). As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Performance and accounting information prior to May 29, 2020 included herein is that of the Predecessor Fund. On the conversion date, the Fund’s net assets were $119,211,366 and net asset value (NAV) was $8.07.
The fiscal year end of the Predecessor Fund was September 30. The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 to reflect the fiscal year end of the other series of the Company.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
Effective January 15, 2021 (the “Conversion Date”), the outstanding Class P shares of the Fund were converted into Class A shares of the Fund (the “Class Conversion”). The Class Conversion was completed based on the share classes’ relative net asset values on the Conversion Date, without the imposition of any fees or expenses. All Class P shares of the Fund were converted into Class A shares as of the Conversion Date.
The Fund’s investment objective is to seek capital appreciation.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
CONSOLIDATION OF SUBSIDIARY —The Adviser’s Campbell Systematic Macro Program is achieved by the Fund investing up to 25% of its total assets in the Campbell Systematic Macro Offshore Limited (the “Subsidiary”), a wholly-owned and controlled subsidiary of the Fund organized under the acts of the Cayman Islands. The consolidated
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
financial statements of the Fund include the financial statements of the Subsidiary. The Fund consolidates the results of subsidiaries in which the Fund holds a controlling financial interest. All inter-company accounts and transactions have been eliminated. As of the end of the reporting period, the net assets of the Subsidiary were $16,183,269, which represented 10.20% of the Fund’s net assets.
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sales price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Investments in other open-end investment companies are valued based on the NAV of those investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as discussed in their prospectuses). Forward currency exchange contracts are valued by interpolating between spot and forward currency rates as quoted by an independent pricing service. Futures contracts are generally valued using the settlement price determined by the relevant exchange. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● | Level 1 – Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● | Level 2 – Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● | Level 3 – Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Short-Term Investments | | $ | 136,626,759 | | | $ | 136,626,759 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 11,673,049 | | | | 11,673,049 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 576,742 | | | | 576,742 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 430,769 | | | | 430,769 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | 15,485,320 | | | | — | | | | 15,485,320 | | | | — | |
Total Assets | | $ | 164,792,639 | | | $ | 149,307,319 | | | $ | 15,485,320 | | | $ | — | |
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Commodity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | $ | (10,776,563 | ) | | $ | (10,776,563 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Equity Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (393,414 | ) | | | (393,414 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Interest Rate Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | (1,199,791 | ) | | | (1,199,791 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Foreign Currency Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | | (15,464,761 | ) | | | — | | | | (15,464,761 | ) | | | — | |
Total Liabilities | | $ | (27,834,529 | ) | | $ | (12,369,768 | ) | | $ | (15,464,761 | ) | | $ | — | |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
DISCLOSURES ABOUT DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
Derivative instruments are defined as financial instruments whose value and performance are based on the value and performance of another security or financial instrument. Derivative instruments that the Fund used during the period include forward foreign currency contracts and futures contracts.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund used long and short contracts on U.S. and foreign equity market indices, U.S. and foreign government bonds, foreign currencies and commodities (through investment in the Subsidiary), to gain investment exposure in accordance with its investment objective.
The following tables provide quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of, and gains and losses on, the Fund’s derivative instruments as of and for the current fiscal period.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following tables list the fair values and location on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities of the Fund’s derivative holdings as of the end of the reporting period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Total | |
Asset Derivatives |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | $ | 11,673,049 | | | $ | 576,742 | | | $ | 430,769 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 12,680,560 | |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 15,485,320 | | | | 15,485,320 | |
Total Value - Assets | | | | | | $ | 11,673,049 | | | $ | 576,742 | | | $ | 430,769 | | | $ | 15,485,320 | | | $ | 28,165,880 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Liability Derivatives |
Futures Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | $ | (10,776,563 | ) | | $ | (393,414 | ) | | $ | (1,199,791 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (12,369,768 | ) |
Forward Contracts (a) | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (15,464,761 | ) | | | (15,464,761 | ) |
Total Value - Liabilities | | | | | | $ | (10,776,563 | ) | | $ | (393,414 | ) | | $ | (1,199,791 | ) | | $ | (15,464,761 | ) | | $ | (27,834,529 | ) |
(a) | This amount represents the cumulative appreciation/(depreciation) of forward and futures contracts as reported in the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. |
The following table lists the amounts of realized gains/(losses) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Total | |
Realized Gain/(Loss) |
Futures Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from futures contracts | | | $ | 4,606,594 | | | $ | (206,094 | ) | | $ | (1,291,375 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | 3,109,125 | |
Forward Contracts | | | Net realized gain/(loss) from forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,444,505 | | | | 1,444,505 | |
Total Realized Gain/(Loss) | | | $ | 4,606,594 | | | $ | (206,094 | ) | | $ | (1,291,375 | ) | | $ | 1,444,505 | | | $ | 4,553,630 | |
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table lists the amounts of change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) included in net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations during the current fiscal period, grouped by derivative type and primary risk exposure category by contract type.
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Operations Location | | | Commodity Contracts | | | Equity Contracts | | | Interest Rate Contracts | | | Foreign Currency Contracts | | | Total | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) |
Futures Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on futures contracts | | | $ | 914,004 | | | $ | (891,552 | ) | | $ | (273,815 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | (251,363 | ) |
Forward Contracts | | | Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on forward foreign currency contracts | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,334,900 | | | | 2,334,900 | |
Total Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) | | | | | | $ | 914,004 | | | $ | (891,552 | ) | | $ | (273,815 | ) | | $ | 2,334,900 | | | $ | 2,083,537 | |
During the current fiscal period, the Fund’s quarterly average volume of derivatives was as follows:
| Long Futures Notional Amount | | | Short Futures Notional Amount | | | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts- Payable (Value At Trade Date) | | | Forward Foreign Currency Contracts- Receivable (Value At Trade Date) | |
| | $655,560,698 | | | | $(621,481,595) | | | | $(3,024,005,273) | | | | $3,024,541,980 | |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset fair value amounts recognized for derivative instruments and fair value amounts recognized for the right to reclaim cash collateral (receivables) or the obligation to return cash collateral (payables) arising from derivative instruments recognized at fair value executed with the same counterparty under a master netting arrangement.
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Campbell Systematic Macro Fund
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following is a summary of financial and derivative instruments that are subject to enforceable master netting agreements (or similar arrangements) and collateral received and pledged in connection with the master netting agreements (or similar arrangements).
| | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Gross Amount Not Offset in Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | | | |
Description | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Received | | | Net Amount(1) | | | | | | | Gross Amount Presented in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | Financial Instruments | | | Collateral Pledged(2) | | | Net Amount(3) | |
| | Assets | | | | | | | Liabilities | |
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts | | $ | 15,485,320 | | | $ | (15,464,761 | ) | | $ | — | | | $ | 20,559 | | | | | | | $ | 15,464,761 | | | $ | 15,464,761 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
(1) | Net amount represents the net amount receivable from the counterparty in the event of default. |
(2) | Actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount shown. |
(3) | Net amount represents the net amount payable to the counterparty in the event of default. |
Use of Estimates — The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
Investment Transactions, Investment Income and Expenses — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders and recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. Tax Status — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
For tax purposes, the Subsidiary is an exempted Cayman Islands investment company. The Subsidiary has received an undertaking from the Government of the Cayman Islands exempting it from all local income, profits and capital gains taxes. No such taxes are levied in the Cayman Islands at the present time. For U.S. income tax purposes, the Subsidiary is a Controlled Foreign Corporation and as such is not subject to U.S. income tax.
Foreign Currency Translation — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the consolidated financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Fund does not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Currency Risk — Investment in foreign securities involves currency risk associated with securities that trade or are denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar and which may be affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates. An increase in the strength of the U.S. dollar relative to a foreign currency may cause the U.S. dollar value of an investment in that country to decline. Foreign currencies also are subject to risks caused by inflation, interest rates, budget deficits and low savings rates, political factors and government controls. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts may limit potential gains from a favorable change in value between the U.S. dollar and foreign currencies. Unanticipated changes in currency pricing may result in poorer overall performance for the Fund than if it had not engaged in these contracts.
Commodity Sector Risk — Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Fund to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity, such as drought, floods, weather, livestock disease, embargoes, tariffs and international economic, political and regulatory developments. The prices of energy, industrial metals, precious metals, agriculture and livestock sector commodities may fluctuate widely due to factors such as changes in value, supply and demand and governmental regulatory policies. The commodity-linked securities in which the Fund invests may be issued by companies in the financial services sector, and events affecting the financial services sector may cause the Fund’s share value to fluctuate.
Foreign Securities Market Risk — A substantial portion of the trades of the Fund are expected to take place on markets or exchanges outside the United States. There is no limit to the amount of assets of the Fund that may be committed to trading on foreign markets. The risk of loss in trading foreign futures and options on futures contracts can be substantial. Participation in foreign futures and options on futures contracts involves the execution and clearing of trades on, or subject to the rules of, a foreign board of trade or exchange. Some of these foreign markets, in contrast to U.S. exchanges, are so-called principals’ markets in which performance is the responsibility only of the individual counterparty with whom the trader has entered into a commodity interest transaction and not of the exchange or clearing corporation. In these kinds of markets, there is risk of bankruptcy or other failure or refusal to perform by the counterparty.
Counterparty Risk — The derivative contracts entered into by the Fund or its Subsidiary may be privately negotiated in the over-the-counter market. These contracts also involve exposure to credit risk, since contract performance depends in part on the financial condition of the counterparty. Relying on a counterparty exposes the Fund to the risk that a counterparty will not settle a transaction in accordance with its terms and conditions because of a dispute over
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
the terms of the contract (whether or not bona fide) or because of a credit or liquidity problem, thus causing the Fund to suffer a loss. If a counterparty defaults on its payment obligations to the Fund, this default will cause the value of an investment in the Fund to decrease.
Futures Contracts — The Fund uses futures contracts in the normal course of pursuing its investment objective. Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund must deposit initial margin in addition to segregating cash or liquid assets sufficient to meet its obligation to purchase or provide securities, or to pay the amount owed at the expiration of an index-based futures contract. Such liquid assets may consist of cash, cash equivalents, liquid debt or equity securities or other acceptable assets. Pursuant to the futures contract, the Fund agrees to receive from, or pay to the broker, an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in value of the contract. Such a receipt of payment is known as “variation margin” and is recorded by the Fund as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the proceeds from (or cost of) the closing transactions and the Fund’s basis in the contract. Futures contracts have market risks, including the risk that the change in the value of the contract may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying securities. Use of long futures contracts subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amount shown on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures contract. Use of short futures contracts subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss.
Forward Foreign Currency Contracts —The Fund uses forward foreign currency contracts (“forward contracts”) in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. These contracts are marked-to-market daily at the applicable translation rates. The Fund records realized gains or losses at the time the forward contract is closed. A forward contract is extinguished through a closing transaction or upon delivery of the currency or entering an off setting contract. Risks may arise upon entering these contracts from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of their contracts and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar or other currencies. The Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk related to forward foreign currency contracts is the fair value of the contract. The risk may be mitigated to some extent if a master netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty is in place and to the extent the Fund obtains collateral to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty.
Credit Risk — Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer of the security or a counterparty in respect of a derivative instrument will not be able to satisfy its payment obligations to the Fund when due. Changes in an issuer’s credit rating or the market’s perception of an issuer’s creditworthiness may also affect the value of the Fund’s investment in that issuer. Securities rated in the four highest categories by the rating agencies are considered investment grade but they may also have some speculative characteristics. Investment grade ratings do not guarantee that bonds will not lose value or default. In addition, the credit quality of securities may be lowered if an issuer’s financial condition changes.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual companies are not known. The operational and financial performance of individual companies and the market in general depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
Ukraine-Russia Conflict Risk — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
Other — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Campbell & Company Investment Adviser LLC (“Campbell” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund. The Adviser is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Campbell & Company, L.P. The Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table.
Prior to May 29, 2020, Equinox Institutional Asset Management, LP (“Equinox”) served as adviser to the Predecessor Fund and Campbell served as a sub-adviser to the Predecessor Fund. Equinox was entitled to an advisory fee from the Predecessor Fund at the same rate payable to Campbell as Adviser to the Fund. Equinox, not the Predecessor Fund, paid a sub-advisory fee to Campbell.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed the rate (“Expense Cap”) shown in the following table of the Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Cap as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 3, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue this arrangement at any time after March 3, 2023.
| Expense Cap |
Advisory Fee | Class A* | Class C | Class I |
1.64% | 2.00% | 2.75% | 1.75% |
* | Effective January 15, 2021, the outstanding Class P Shares of the Fund were converted into Class A Shares of the Fund. Prior to that date, the Adviser had contractually agreed maintain an Expense Cap for Class P Shares of the Fund of 2.00%. |
Prior to May 29, 2020, Equinox and Campbell had contractually agreed to reduce their advisory fees and/or reimburse certain expenses of the Predecessor Fund, to ensure that the Predecessor Fund’s total annual operating expenses, excluding (i) taxes, (ii) interest, (iii) extraordinary items, (iv) acquired fund fees and expenses, and (v) brokerage commissions, did not exceed, on an annual basis, 2.14% with respect to Class A shares, 2.89% with respect to Class C shares, and 1.89% with respect to Class I shares of the Predecessor Fund’s average daily net assets.
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed by the Adviser and/or Equinox were as follows:
Gross Advisory Fees | Waivers and/or Reimbursements | Net Advisory Fees |
$1,176,240 | $(257,018) | $919,222 |
If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than the Expense Cap, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed the Expense Cap that was in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund had amounts available for recoupment as follows:
Expiration |
August 31, 2023 | August 31, 2024 | August 31, 2025 | Total |
$78,236 | $438,636 | $257,018 | $773,890 |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
The Board has adopted a Plan of Distribution (the “Plan”) for the Class A Shares and Class C Shares of the Funds pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plan, the Distributor is entitled to receive from each Fund a distribution fee with respect to the Shares, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class A Shares and up to 1.00% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class C Shares. The actual amount of such compensation under the Plan is agreed upon by the Board and by the Distributor. Because these fees are paid out of each Fund’s assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plan may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of the Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, subaccounting services or administrative services related to the sale of the Shares, all as set forth in each Fund’s 12b-1 Plan.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
3. Director and Officer Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, there were no purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments and derivative transactions) or long-term U.S. Government securities by the Fund.
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Fund has determined that there was no effect on the consolidated financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows(a):
Federal Tax Cost | Unrealized Appreciation | Unrealized (Depreciation) | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$130,341,735 | $11,078,211 | $(16,306,118) | $(5,227,907) |
(a) | The difference between the book basis and tax basis cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments is attributable primarily to futures not regulated by Section 1256 of the Internal Revenue Code and timing difference related to taxable income from a wholly owned controlled foreign corporation. |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
The following permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to investments in wholly-owned controlled foreign corporation were reclassified among the following accounts:
Distributable Earnings/(Loss) | PAID-IN CAPITAL |
$14,740,958 | $(14,740,958) |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
Undistributed Ordinary Income | Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains | Capital Loss Carryforwards | Qualified Late-Year Loss Deferral | Other Accumulated | Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) |
$8,660,018 | $1,491,169 | $— | $— | $(28,114) | $(14,627,846) |
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Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains of the Subsidiary for federal income tax purposes. Short-term and foreign currency gains are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| Ordinary Income | Long-Term Gains | Total |
2021 | $— | $— | $— |
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Fund may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the current fiscal period ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021. As of August 31, 2021, the Fund had no tax basis qualified late-year loss deferral.
6. New Accounting Pronouncements and Regulatory Updates
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the consolidated financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the consolidated financial statements.
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Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-844-261-6488 and on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Liquidity Risk Management Program
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Liquidity Risk Management Committee of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund did not require the establishment of a highly liquid investment minimum and the methodology for that determination; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Campbell & Company Investment Adviser LLC
2850 Quarry Lake Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21209
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Ernst & Young LLP
One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
CSMF-SAR22
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SEMI-ANNUAL report 2022
DriveWealth ETFs
Series of The RBB Fund, Inc.
2/28/22
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF |
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF |
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Table of Contents
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Portfolio Characteristics | 1 |
Fund Expense Examples | 3 |
Schedules of Investments | 4 |
Financial Statements | 6 |
Notes to Financial Statements | 12 |
Notice to Shareholders | 21 |
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED February 28, 2022 |
| SIX Months† | Since Inception† | Inception Date |
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF | -7.76% | -6.83% | 7/26/2021 |
Bloomberg U.S. High Yield Corporate Bond Index | -3.06% | -2.55%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratios (2): Gross 0.97% and Net 0.49% | | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratios. |
The DriveWealth Power Saver ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICSSM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”).
Sector allocation | % of net assets |
Finance and Insurance | 95.3% |
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4.4% |
| 99.7% |
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED February 28, 2022 |
| SIX Months† | Since Inception† | Inception Date |
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF | -4.48% | -4.14% | 7/26/2021 |
Bloomberg U.S. Universal Bond Index | -4.38% | -4.20%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratios (2): Gross 0.63% and Net 0.43% | | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratios. |
The DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICSSM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”).
Sector allocation | % of net assets |
Finance and Insurance | 100.0% |
DriveWealth ETFs
Fund Expense Examples
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including brokerage commissions on purchases and sales of Fund shares, and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other ETFs.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Examples for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in a Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual SIX- MONTH Total Investment Returns for the Funds |
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 922.40 | $ 1.76 | 0.37% | -7.76% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,022.96 | 1.86 | 0.37 | N/A |
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 955.20 | $ 1.89 | 0.39% | -4.48% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,022.86 | 1.96 | 0.39 | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to each Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. Each Fund’s ending account value in the first section in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF
Schedule of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
Common Stocks — 12.2% | | | | | | | | |
Ares Capital Corp. (United States) | | | 48,896 | | | $ | 1,067,889 | |
FS KKR Capital Corp. (United States) | | | 36,312 | | | | 787,970 | |
Owl Rock Capital Corp. (United States) | | | 70,254 | | | | 1,057,323 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $2,785,919) | | | | | | | 2,913,182 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Exchange Traded Funds — 7.2% | | | | | | | | |
iShares Mortgage Real Estate ETF (United States) | | | 53,564 | | | | 1,702,264 | |
Total Exchange Traded Funds (Cost $1,891,881) | | | | | | | 1,702,264 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Closed-End Mutual Funds — 78.9% | | | | | | | | |
Brookfield Real Assets Income Fund, Inc. (United States) | | | 182,472 | | | | 3,800,892 | |
Eaton Vance Limited Duration Income Fund (United States) | | | 212,484 | | | | 2,490,312 | |
Nuveen Real Estate Income Fund (United States) | | | 155,016 | | | | 1,740,830 | |
Pimco Dynamic Income Fund (United States) | | | 150,456 | | | | 3,641,035 | |
PIMCO High Income Fund (United States) | | | 620,994 | | | | 3,570,715 | |
PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II (United States) | | | 198,753 | | | | 1,772,877 | |
Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. (United States) | | | 208,137 | | | | 1,735,863 | |
Total Closed-End Mutual Funds (Cost $20,042,499) | | | | | | | 18,752,524 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
First American Government Obligations Fund, 0.03% (United States)(a) | | | 321,976 | | | | 321,976 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $321,976) | | | | | | | 321,976 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $25,042,275) — 99.7% | | | | | | | 23,689,946 | |
Other Assets in Excess of Liabilities — 0.3% | | | | | | | 70,418 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 1,060,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 23,760,364 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Fund
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF
Schedule of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
Exchange Traded Funds — 92.4% | | | | | | | | |
iShares 0-5 Year High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (United States) | | | 87,460 | | | $ | 3,877,102 | |
iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (United States) | | | 21,621 | | | | 3,024,129 | |
PGIM Ultra Short Bond ETF (United States) | | | 69,704 | | | | 3,437,801 | |
SPDR Blackstone Senior Loan ETF (United States) | | | 84,152 | | | | 3,794,414 | |
SPDR Bloomberg Barclays Emerging Markets Local Bond ETF (United States) | | | 158,000 | | | | 3,676,660 | |
SPDR Bloomberg Barclays Short Term High Yield Bond ETF (United States) | | | 141,634 | | | | 3,756,134 | |
VanEck Vectors Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF (United States) | | | 53,559 | | | | 1,095,281 | |
Total Exchange Traded Funds (Cost $23,213,127) | | | | | | | 22,661,521 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Closed-End Mutual Funds — 6.2% | | | | | | | | |
Putnam Master Intermediate Income Trust (United States) | | | 425,456 | | | | 1,514,624 | |
Total Closed-End Mutual Funds (Cost $1,674,786) | | | | | | | 1,514,624 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
First American Government Obligations Fund, Class X, 0.03% (United States)(a) | | | 351,855 | | | | 351,855 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $351,855) | | | | | | | 351,855 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $25,239,768) — 100.0% | | | | | | | 24,528,000 | |
Other Assets in Excess of Liabilities — 0.0% | | | | | | | 1,946 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 1,040,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 24,529,946 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Fund
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth ETFs
Statements of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | DriveWealth Power Saver ETF | | | DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities of unaffiliated issurers, at value (cost $24,720,299 and $24,887,913, respectively) | | $ | 23,367,970 | | | $ | 24,176,145 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $321,976 and $351,855, respectively) | | | 321,976 | | | | 351,855 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | |
Dividends | | | 77,261 | | | | 9,368 | |
Total assets | | | 23,767,207 | | | | 24,537,368 | |
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LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 6,843 | | | | 7,422 | |
Total liabilities | | | 6,843 | | | | 7,422 | |
Net assets | | $ | 23,760,364 | | | $ | 24,529,946 | |
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 1,060 | | | $ | 1,040 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 25,148,325 | | | | 25,493,580 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (1,389,021 | ) | | | (964,674 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 23,760,364 | | | $ | 24,529,946 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,060,000 | | | | 1,040,000 | |
Net asset value, price per share | | | 22.42 | | | | 23.59 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth ETFs
Statements of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | DriveWealth Power Saver ETF | | | DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | |
Dividends | | $ | 334,419 | | | $ | 119,026 | |
Total investment income | | | 334,419 | | | | 119,026 | |
| | | | | | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 3) | | | 35,358 | | | | 25,410 | |
Total expenses | | | 35,358 | | | | 25,410 | |
Expense fees (waived)/reimbursed | | | (19,967 | ) | | | (8,613 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers/reimbursements | | | 15,391 | | | | 16,797 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 319,028 | | | | 102,229 | |
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NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (35,139 | ) | | | (251,332 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,353,678 | ) | | | (711,896 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1,388,817 | ) | | | (963,228 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (1,069,789 | ) | | $ | (860,999 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021* | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 319,028 | | | $ | 1,057 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (35,139 | ) | | | 123 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,353,678 | ) | | | 1,349 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1,069,789 | ) | | | 2,529 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (321,761 | ) | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (321,761 | ) | | | — | |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 24,899,385 | | | | 250,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 24,899,385 | | | | 250,000 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 23,507,835 | | | | 252,529 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 252,529 | | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 23,760,364 | | | $ | 252,529 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,050,000 | | | | 10,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 1,050,000 | | | | 10,000 | |
* | Inception date of the Fund was July 26, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (unaudited) | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021* | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 102,229 | | | $ | 1,445 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (251,332 | ) | | | — | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (711,896 | ) | | | 128 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (860,999 | ) | | | 1,573 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (105,248 | ) | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (105,248 | ) | | | — | |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 24,994,458 | | | | 500,162 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 24,994,458 | | | | 500,162 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 24,028,211 | | | | 501,735 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 501,735 | | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 24,529,946 | | | $ | 501,735 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,020,000 | | | | 20,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 1,020,000 | | | | 20,000 | |
* | Inception date of the Fund was July 26, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth Power Saver ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Six-months ended February 28, 2022 | | | For the Period Ended august 31, | |
| | (Unaudited) | | | 2021(1) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 25.25 | | | $ | 25.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.89 | | | | 0.11 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (2.80 | ) | | | 0.14 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.91 | ) | | | 0.25 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.89 | ) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.92 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 22.42 | | | $ | 25.25 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 22.44 | | | $ | 25.27 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | -7.76 | %(5) | | | 1.01 | %(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | -7.73 | %(5) | | | 1.08 | %(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 23,760 | | | $ | 253 | |
Expenses Before Advisory Fees (Waived) and Other Fees (Reimbursed)/Recouped | | | 0.85 | %(6) | | | 0.85 | %(6) |
Expenses After Investment Advisory Fees (Waived) | | | 0.37 | %(6) | | | 0.37 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 7.67 | %(6) | | | 4.25 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 20 | %(5) | | | 11 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was July 26, 2021. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
(7) | Excludes effect of in-kind transfers |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss) return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Six-months ended February 28, 2022 | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, | |
| | (Unaudited) | | | 2021(1) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 25.09 | | | $ | 25.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.08 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (1.39 | ) | | | 0.01 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.11 | ) | | | 0.09 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.39 | ) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.39 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 23.59 | | | $ | 25.09 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 23.62 | | | $ | 25.09 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | -4.48 | %(5) | | | 0.35 | %(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | -4.38 | %(5) | | | 0.38 | %(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 24,530 | | | $ | 502 | |
Expenses Before Advisory Fees (Waived) and Other Fees (Reimbursed)/Recouped | | | 0.59 | %(6) | | | 0.59 | %(6) |
Expenses After Investment Advisory Fees (Waived) | | | 0.39 | %(6) | | | 0.39 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 2.37 | %(6) | | | 3.02 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 34 | %(5) | | | 0 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was July 26, 2021. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
(7) | Excludes effect of in-kind transfers |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
DriveWealth ETFs
Notes to Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. ORGANIZATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the DriveWealth Power Saver ETF (“Power Saver ETF”) and the DriveWealth Steady Saver ETF (“Steady Saver ETF”) (each a “Fund” and together the “Funds”). The Funds commenced investment operations on July 26, 2021.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of the Funds is to provide investors with current income.
The Funds are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Funds is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
INVESTMENT COMPANY SECURITIES — The Funds pursue their investment objectives by investing primarily in shares of registered, open-end investment companies and exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) (collectively, “underlying funds”). When a Fund invests in underlying funds it will indirectly bear its proportionate share of any fees and expenses payable directly by the underlying fund. In connection with its investments in other investment companies, a Fund will incur higher expenses, many of which may be duplicative. Furthermore, because the Funds invest in shares of ETFs and underlying funds their performances are directly related to the ability of the ETFs and underlying funds to meet their respective investment objectives, as well as the allocation of each Fund’s assets among the ETFs and underlying funds. Accordingly, the Funds’ investment performance will be influenced by the investment strategies of and risks associated with the ETFs and underlying funds in direct proportion to the amount of assets the Funds allocate to the ETFs and underlying funds utilizing such strategies.
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — Each Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Funds are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments. Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Funds’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● | Level 1 – Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● | Level 2 – Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● | Level 3 – Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Funds’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Funds’ investments carried at fair value:
Power Saver ETF
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 2,913,182 | | | $ | 2,913,182 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | | 1,702,264 | | | | 1,702,264 | | | | | | | | | |
Closed-End Mutual Funds | | | 18,752,524 | | | | 18,752,524 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 321,976 | | | | 321,976 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 23,689,946 | | | $ | 23,689,946 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
STEADY Saver ETF
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Exchange Traded Funds | | $ | 22,661,521 | | | $ | 22,661,521 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Closed-End Mutual Funds | | | 1,514,624 | | | | 1,514,624 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 351,855 | | | | 351,855 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 24,528,000 | | | $ | 24,528,000 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Please refer to the Schedule of Investments for further details. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Funds’ investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been
DriveWealth ETFs
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used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Funds may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires each Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when a Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if a Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Funds had no Level 3 transfers.
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USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Funds record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gains are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all of the RBB or Trust funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of each Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Each Fund pays dividends from its net investment income and distributes any net capital gains that it realizes. The Funds declare and pay any taxable capital gains at least annually and as required to comply with federal excise tax requirements. Distributions to shareholders are determined in accordance with tax regulations and recorded on ex dividend date. Additionally, each Fund reports details of distribution-related transactions on quarterly account statements.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Funds’ intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. The ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more available, the operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Funds invest depends on
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future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Funds’ investments, impair the Funds’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Funds’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Funds may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Funds in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Funds expect the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Policies and Practices
The sections below describe some of the different types of investments that may be made by the Funds and the investment practices in which the Funds may engage.
TYPES OF FIXED-INCOME SECURITIES — Each Fund may invest in bonds and other types of debt obligations of U.S. and foreign issuers. Fixed income securities purchased by a Fund may include, among others, bonds, notes, and debentures issued by corporations; debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or one of its agencies or instrumentalities (“U.S. Government Securities”); municipal securities; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and debt securities issued or guaranteed by foreign governments, their agencies, instrumentalities, or political subdivisions, or by government-owned, -controlled, or -sponsored entities, including central banks. These investments also include money market instruments and other types of obligations. Investors should recognize that, although securities ratings issued by S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”), a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., and Moody’s Investors Services©, Inc. (“Moody’s”), provide a generally useful guide as to credit risks, they do not offer any criteria to evaluate interest rate risk. Changes in interest rate levels generally cause fluctuations in the prices of fixed-income securities and will, therefore, cause fluctuations in the NAV per share of a Fund. Subsequent to the purchase of a fixed-income security by a Fund, the ratings or credit quality of such security may deteriorate. Any such subsequent adverse changes in the rating or quality of a security held by a Fund would not require a Fund to sell the security.
TYPES OF EQUITY SECURITIES - In addition to common stock, the equity securities that the Fund may purchase include securities having equity characteristics, such as rights. Common stock represents an equity or ownership interest in a company. This interest often gives the Fund the right to vote on measures affecting the company’s organization and operations. Equity securities have a history of long-term growth in value, but their prices tend to fluctuate in the shorter term. Rights essentially are options to purchase equity securities at specific prices valid for a specific period of time. Their prices do not necessarily move parallel to the prices of the underlying securities. Rights normally have a short duration and are distributed directly by the issuer to its shareholders. Rights have no voting rights, receive no dividends, and have no rights with respect to the assets of the issuer.
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SECURITIES OF OTHER INVESTMENT COMPANIES - The Fund may invest in securities of other investment companies, including ETF shares and shares of money market funds. The Fund’s investment in these securities (other than shares of money market funds and of certain ETFs) may be subject to certain limitations imposed by the 1940 Act — generally, a prohibition on acquiring more than 3 percent of the outstanding voting stock of another investment company. Investment companies such as ETFs and money market funds pay investment advisory and other fees and incur various expenses in connection with their operations. When the Fund invests in another investment company, shareholders of the Fund will indirectly bear these fees and expenses, which will be in addition to the fees and expenses of the Fund.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS — Real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) are pooled investment vehicles that manage a portfolio of real estate or real estate-related loans to earn profits for their shareholders. REITs are generally classified as equity REITs, mortgage REITs, or a combination of equity and mortgage REITs. Investing in REITs involves certain unique risks in addition to those risks associated with investing in the real estate industry in general. Equity REITs may be affected by changes in the value of the underlying property owned by the REITs, while mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of the borrower on any credit extended. REITs are dependent upon management skills, may not be diversified geographically or by property type, and are subject to heavy cash-flow dependency, default by borrowers, and self-liquidation. REITs must also meet certain requirements under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), to avoid entity level tax and be eligible to pass through certain tax attributes of their income to shareholders. REITs are consequently subject to the risk of failing to meet these requirements for favorable tax treatment and of failing to maintain their exemptions from registration under the 1940 Act. REITs are also subject to the risks of changes in the Code, affecting their tax status.
REITs (especially mortgage REITs) are also subject to interest rate risks. When interest rates decline, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to rise. Conversely, when interest rates rise, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to decline. In contrast, as interest rates on adjustable-rate mortgage loans are reset periodically, yields on a REIT’s investments in such loans will gradually align themselves to reflect changes in market interest rates, causing the value of such investments to fluctuate less dramatically in response to interest rate fluctuations than would investments in fixed-rate obligations.
The management of a REIT may be subject to conflicts of interest with respect to the operation of the business of the REIT and may be involved in real estate activities competitive with the REIT. REITs may own properties through joint ventures or in other circumstances in which a REIT may not have control over its investments. REITs may use significant amounts of leverage.
TEMPORARY INVESTMENTS — During periods of adverse market or economic conditions, a Fund may temporarily invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in high-quality, fixed-income securities, money market instruments, and shares of money market mutual funds, or it may hold cash. At such times, a Fund would not be pursuing its stated investment objective with its usual investment strategies. A Fund may also hold these investments for liquidity purposes. Fixed-income securities will be deemed to be of high quality if they are rated “A” or better by S&P or Moody’s or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by YieldX Advisers, LLC (“YieldX”) the Adviser. Money market instruments are high-quality, short-term fixed income obligations (which generally have remaining maturities of one year or less), and may include U.S. Government Securities, commercial paper, certificates of deposit and banker’s acceptances issued by domestic branches of United States banks that are members of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and repurchase agreements for US. Government Securities. In lieu of purchasing money market instruments, a Fund may purchase shares of money market mutual funds that invest primarily in U.S. Government Securities and repurchase agreements involving those securities, subject to certain limitations imposed by the 1940 Act. A Fund, as an investor in a money market fund, will indirectly bear the fees and expenses of the money market fund. These indirect fees and expenses will be in addition to the fees and expenses of the Funds. Repurchase agreements involve certain risks not associated with direct investments in debt securities.
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3. INVESTMENT adviser and other services
Red Gate Advisers, LLC (“Red Gate” or the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Funds. YieldX and Vident Investment Advisory, LLC (“Vident”), each serves as an investment sub-adviser (“Sub-Advisers”) to the Funds. Subject to the supervision of the Board, the Adviser manages the overall investment operations of the Funds, primarily in the form of oversight of the Sub-Advisers pursuant to the terms of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Adviser and the Company on behalf of the Funds. Each Fund compensates the Adviser with a unitary management fee for its services at an annual rate based on each Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears as shown in the following table. From the Advisory Fee, the Adviser pays most of the expenses of each Fund, including the cost of sub-advisory, transfer agency, custody, fund administration, legal, audit and other services. However, the Adviser is not responsible for interest expenses, brokerage commissions and other trading expenses, taxes and other extraordinary costs such as litigation and other expenses not incurred in the ordinary course of business.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive a portion of it’s unitary management fee for the first year of each Fund’s operations to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding brokerage commissions, taxes, interest expense, acquired fund fees and expenses, and any extraordinary expenses) exceed the rate “(Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of each Fund’s average daily net assets. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after December 31, 2022.
FUND | | Advisory Fees | | | EXPENSE CAP | |
Power Saver ETF | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.37 | % |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 0.59 | | | | 0.39 | |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued and waived were as follows:
FUND | | Gross advisory fees | | | RECOUPMENT/ WAIVERS | | | NET Advisory fees | |
Power Saver ETF | | $ | 35,358 | | | $ | (19,967 | ) | | $ | 15,391 | |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 25,410 | | | | (8,613 | ) | | | 16,796 | |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Funds. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Funds’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Funds. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Vigilant Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”) serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
Under the Fund’s unitary fee, the Adviser compensates Fund Services and the Custodian for its services provided.
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DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION — The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC, an affiliate of the Adviser, is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. As of the end of the reporting period, there were no director and officer fees charged or paid by the Funds.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding in-kind transactions and short-term investments) of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
Power Saver ETF | | $ | 2,135,436 | | | $ | 2,112,221 | |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 3,676,767 | | | | 3,712,560 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government Securities during the current fiscal period.
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of in-kind transactions of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
Power Saver ETF | | $ | 24,485,615 | | | $ | — | |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 24,684,972 | | | | — | |
5. Federal Income tax information
The Funds have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Funds to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Funds have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Funds are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost, aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of securities held by the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
Power Saver ETF | | $ | 250,661 | | | $ | 1,592 | | | $ | (243 | ) | | $ | 1,349 | |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 501,601 | | | | 1,024 | | | | (896 | ) | | | 128 | |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and
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composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
As of August 31, 2021, there were no permanent differences between distributable earnings/(loss) and paid-in capital, respectively.
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
FUND | | Undistributed Ordinary income | | | Undistributed long-term capital gains | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
Power Saver ETF | | $ | 1,180 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,349 | |
Steady Saver ETF | | | 1,445 | | | | — | | | | 128 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes.
6. SHARE TRANSACTIONS
Shares of the Funds are listed and traded on the NYSE Arca, Inc. (the “Exchange”). Market prices for the shares may be different from their NAV. Each Fund issues and redeems shares on a continuous basis at NAV only in blocks of 25,000 shares, called “Creation Units.” Creation Units are issued and redeemed principally in-kind for securities included in a specified universe. Once created, shares generally trade in the secondary market at market prices that change throughout the day. Except when aggregated in Creation Units, shares are not redeemable securities of each Fund. Creation Units may only be purchased or redeemed by certain financial institutions (“Authorized Participants”). An Authorized Participant is either (i) a broker-dealer or other participant in the clearing process through the Continuous Net Settlement System of the National Securities Clearing Corporation or (ii) a Depository Trust Company participant and, in each case, must have executed a Participant Agreement with the Distributor. Most retail investors do not qualify as Authorized Participants nor have the resources to buy and sell whole Creation Units. Therefore, they are unable to purchase or redeem shares directly from each Fund. Rather, most retail investors may purchase shares in the secondary market with the assistance of a broker and are subject to customary brokerage commissions or fees.
Each Fund currently offers one class of shares, which has no front-end sales load, no deferred sales charge, and no redemption fee. A fixed transaction fee is imposed for the transfer and other transaction costs associated with the purchase or sale of Creation Units. The standard fixed transaction fee for each Fund is $500, payable to the custodian. In addition, a variable fee may be charged on all cash transactions or substitutes for Creation Units of up to a maximum of 2% as a percentage of the value of the Creation Units subject to the transaction. Variable fees are imposed to compensate each Fund for the transaction costs associated with the cash transactions. Variable fees received by each Fund, if any, are displayed in the capital shares transactions section of the Statements of Changes in Net Assets. Each Fund may issue an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest, with $0.001 par value per share. Shares of each Fund have equal rights and privileges.
7. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance
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of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
8. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Information on Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 are available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling (800) 617-0004; and (ii) on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Schedule of Investments
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Forms N-PORT are available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Frequency Distributions of Premiums and Discounts
Information regarding how often shares of the Funds trade on an exchange at a price above (i.e., at a premium) or below (i.e., at a discount) the NAV of the Funds is available, without charge, on the Funds’ website at https://funds.drivewealth.com.
Investment Adviser
Red Gate Advisers, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Suite 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike
Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania 19317
Investment Sub-Advisers
YieldX Advisers, LLC
2980 NE 20th Street, Suite 504
Aventura, Florida 33810
Vident Investment Advisory, LLC
300 Colonial Center Parkway, Suite 330
Roswell, Georgia 30076
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP
Two Commerce Square, Suite 1800
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Underwriter
Vigilant Distributors, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Suite 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike
Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania 19317
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103-6996
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FREE MARKET U.S. EQUITY FUND
FREE MARKET INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND
FREE MARKET FIXED INCOME FUND
of
The RBB Fund, Inc.
SEMI-Annual Report
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FREE MARKET FUNDS
PERFORMANCE DATA
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Free Market U.S. Equity Fund
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| Six months(1) | 1 Year | 5 Years | 10 Years | Since Inception |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | 1.07% | 13.42% | 9.89% | 11.80% | 9.54%(2) |
Russell 2500® Index | -6.77% | 0.40% | 11.21% | 12.15% | 9.58% |
Composite Index(3) | -3.43% | 7.80% | 10.67% | 12.16% | 8.80% |
(2) | The Fund commenced operations on December 31, 2007. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the S&P 500® Index, Russell 1000® Value Index, Russell 2000® Index and Russell 2000® Value Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Fund’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, is 0.78% (included in the ratio is 0.23% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Fund’s aggregate total return since inception is based on an increase in net asset value from $10.00 per share on December 31, 2007 (commencement of operations) to $22.84 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Free Market U.S. Equity Fund’s underlying funds invest in small-cap and micro-cap stocks, large-cap stocks and other equity securities. In addition to the ordinary risks of equity investing, small companies entail special risk. Small companies tend to have more risk than large companies. An investor in the Fund will incur the expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Fund’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Fund.
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Free Market International Equity Fund
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| Six Months(1) | 1 Year | 5 Years | 10 Years | Since Inception |
Free Market International Equity Fund | -2.52% | 7.18% | 5.70% | 5.71% | 3.61%(2) |
MSCI World (excluding U.S.) Index | -5.76% | 4.46% | 7.43% | 6.05% | 2.63% |
Composite Index(3) | -7.32% | -0.72% | 6.88% | 5.81% | 2.95% |
(2) | The Fund commenced operations on December 31, 2007. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the MSCI EAFE Index, MSCI EAFE Value Index, MSCI EAFE Small Company Index and MSCI Emerging Markets Free Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Fund’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, is 0.91% (included in the ratio is 0.35% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Fund’s aggregate total return since inception is based on an increase in net asset value from $10.00 per share on December 31, 2007 (commencement of operations) to $11.16 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Free Market International Equity Fund’s underlying funds invest in common stock, preferred stock, securities convertible into stocks and other equity securities issued by foreign companies. In addition to the ordinary risks of equity investing, foreign and small companies entail special risk. The return on foreign equities may be adversely affected by currency fluctuations. Emerging markets may be subject to social instability and lack of market liquidity. Small companies tend to have more risk than large companies. An investor in the Fund will incur the expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Fund’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Fund.
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Free Market Fixed Income Fund
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| Six Months(1) | 1 Year | 5 Years | 10 Years | Since Inception |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | -2.48% | -1.93% | 1.31% | 0.95% | 1.50%(2) |
FTSE World Government Bond Index 1-5 Years | -1.76% | -1.41% | 1.63% | 1.49% | 2.02% |
Composite Index(3) | -2.19% | -1.63% | 1.83% | 1.47% | 2.15% |
(2) | The Fund commenced operations on December 31, 2007. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the Three-Month Treasury Bill Index, Bloomberg Barclays Intermediate Government/Credit Bond Index, ICE BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Government/Corporate Index and Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Capital Aggregate Bond Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Fund’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022, is 0.68% (included in the ratio is 0.12% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Fund’s aggregate total return since inception is based on an increase in net asset value from $10.00 per share on December 31, 2007 (commencement of operations) to $10.26 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Free Market Fixed Income Fund’s underlying funds invest in fixed income securities. The underlying funds may invest their assets in bonds and other debt securities issued by domestic and foreign governments and companies. Debt instruments involve the risk that their prices will fall when interest rates rise, and they are subject to the risk that the borrower may default. In addition, the return on foreign debt securities may be adversely affected by currency fluctuations. An investor in the Fund will incur expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Fund’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Fund.
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FREE MARKET FUNDS
Fund Expense Examples (CONCLUDED)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first section of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this section, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first section under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical EXAMPLES for Comparison Purposes
The second section of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in each Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
The expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second section of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid during period* | Annualized Expense Ratio* | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,010.70 | $ 2.74 | 0.55% | 1.07% |
Free Market International Equity Fund | 1,000.00 | 974.80 | 2.74 | 0.56% | -2.52% |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | 1,000.00 | 975.20 | 2.69 | 0.55% | -2.48% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,022.07 | $ 2.76 | 0.55% | N/A |
Free Market International Equity Fund | 1,000.00 | 1,022.02 | 2.81 | 0.56% | N/A |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | 1,000.00 | 1,022.07 | 2.76 | 0.55% | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to each Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The annualized expense ratios do not reflect fees and expenses associated with the underlying funds. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher. Each Fund’s ending account values in the first section in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for each Fund for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022. The range of weighted expense ratios of the underlying funds held by the Funds, as stated in the underlying funds’ current prospectuses, were as follows: |
FUNDS | RANGE OF WEIGHTED EXPENSE RATIOS |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | 0.00% - 0.08% |
Free Market International Equity Fund | 0.00% - 0.17% |
Free Market Fixed income Fund | 0.00% - 0.04% |
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FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET U.S. EQUITY FUND
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
DOMESTIC EQUITY FUNDS — 99.9% | | | | |
iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | | | 470,803 | | | $ | 206,550,692 | |
iShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | | | 2,423,727 | | | | 254,491,335 | |
U.S. Large Cap Value Portfolio III (a) | | | 19,936,089 | | | | 594,494,189 | |
U.S. Large Cap Value Series (b) | | | 2,825,615 | | | | 194,741,417 | |
U.S. Large Company Portfolio (a) | | | 9,846,597 | | | | 306,918,428 | |
U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio (c) | | | 20,410,083 | | | | 533,111,377 | |
U.S. Small Cap Portfolio (c) | | | 12,037,930 | | | | 531,835,749 | |
U.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio (c) | | | 20,533,585 | | | | 884,381,504 | |
TOTAL DOMESTIC EQUITY FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $2,089,998,347) | | | | | | | 3,506,524,691 | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.1% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 3,995,938 | | | | 3,995,938 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $3,995,938) | | | | | | | 3,995,938 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.0% | | | | |
(Cost $2,093,994,285) | | | | | | | 3,510,520,629 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | | | | | | 602,774 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
Domestic Equity Funds | | | 99.9 | % | | $ | 3,506,524,691 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 0.1 | | | | 3,995,938 | |
Other Assets In Excess Of Liabilities | | | 0.0 | | | | 602,774 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of Dimensional Investment Group Inc. |
(b) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Trust Company. |
(c) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | NUMBER OF SHARES/ BENEFICIAL INTEREST | | | Value | |
INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS — 99.8% | | | | |
Canadian Small Company Series (a) | | | 2,108,704 | | | $ | 36,834,273 | |
DFA International Small Cap Value Portfolio (b) | | | 50,653,994 | | | | 1,061,707,716 | |
DFA International Value Portfolio III (c) | | | 23,975,104 | | | | 401,343,239 | |
DFA International Value Series (a) | | | 13,331,142 | | | | 388,469,490 | |
Emerging Markets Small Cap Portfolio (b) | | | 5,301,411 | | | | 126,438,664 | |
Emerging Markets Value Portfolio, Class Institutional (b) | | | 4,212,662 | | | | 131,645,695 | |
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF | | | 1,805,017 | | | | 125,069,628 | |
iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF | | | 2,366,971 | | | | 135,461,750 | |
iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF | | | 3,237,295 | | | | 215,636,220 | |
TOTAL INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $2,213,823,849) | | | | | | | 2,622,606,675 | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.2% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 4,039,843 | | | | 4,039,843 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $4,039,843) | | | | | | | 4,039,843 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.0% | | | | |
(Cost $2,217,863,692) | | | | | | | 2,626,646,518 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | | | | | | 790,515 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
International Equity Funds | | | 99.8 | % | | $ | 2,622,606,675 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 0.2 | | | | 4,039,843 | |
Other Assets In Excess Of Liabilities | | | 0.0 | | | | 790,515 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Trust Company. |
(b) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
(c) | A portfolio of Dimensional Investment Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET FIXED INCOME FUND
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
FIXED INCOME FUNDS — 99.4% |
DFA One-Year Fixed Income Portfolio (a) | | | 41,166,231 | | | $ | 420,718,883 | |
DFA Two-Year Global Fixed Income Portfolio (a) | | | 73,936,615 | | | | 724,578,830 | |
iShares 1-3 Year Treasury Bond ETF | | | 1,370,439 | | | | 115,884,322 | |
iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF | | | 1,377,125 | | | | 173,738,090 | |
iShares Core International Aggregate Bond ETF | | | 8,156,990 | | | | 432,891,459 | |
iShares Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF | | | 3,055,721 | | | | 173,656,624 | |
iShares Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF | | | 13,148,076 | | | | 694,218,413 | |
iShares TIPS Bond ETF | | | 1,151,817 | | | | 146,488,086 | |
TOTAL FIXED INCOME FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $2,903,063,540) | | | | | | | 2,882,174,707 | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.7% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 21,170,061 | | | | 21,170,061 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $21,170,061) | | | | | | | 21,170,061 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.1% | | | | |
(Cost $2,924,233,601) | | | | | | | 2,903,344,768 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (0.1)% | | | | | | | (3,883,353 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | |
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
Fixed Income Funds | | | 99.4 | % | | $ | 2,882,174,707 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 0.7 | | | | 21,170,061 | |
Liabilities In Excess Of Other Assets | | | (0.1 | ) | | | (3,883,353 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
Statements of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | | Free Market International Equity Fund | | | Free Market Fixed Income Fund | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $2,089,998,347, $2,213,823,849 and $2,903,063,540, respectively) | | $ | 3,506,524,691 | | | $ | 2,622,606,675 | | | $ | 2,882,174,707 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $3,995,938, $4,039,843 and $21,170,061, respectively) | | | 3,995,938 | | | | 4,039,843 | | | | 21,170,061 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 3,664,364 | | | | 3,042,080 | | | | 2,235,071 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 190,834 | | | | 136,891 | | | | 147,608 | |
Total assets | | | 3,514,375,827 | | | | 2,629,825,489 | | | | 2,905,727,447 | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 1,588,235 | | | | 1,134,139 | | | | 1,429,660 | |
Advisory fees | | | 1,321,896 | | | | 1,021,934 | | | | 1,093,753 | |
Administration and accounting fees | | | 209,496 | | | | 148,925 | | | | 153,907 | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 17,339 | | | | 16,898 | | | | 17,045 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 115,458 | | | | 66,560 | | | | 3,571,667 | |
Total liabilities | | | 3,252,424 | | | | 2,388,456 | | | | 6,266,032 | |
Net assets | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | |
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 153,748 | | | $ | 235,439 | | | $ | 282,714 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 1,856,556,289 | | | | 2,173,169,701 | | | | 2,920,689,285 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 1,654,413,366 | | | | 454,031,893 | | | | (21,510,584 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | |
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CAPITAL SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 700,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 153,748,451 | | | | 235,439,170 | | | | 282,713,765 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 22.84 | | | $ | 11.16 | | | $ | 10.26 | |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
Statements of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | | Free Market International Equity Fund | | | Free Market Fixed Income Fund | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends from non-affiliated funds | | $ | 33,665,154 | | | $ | 60,237,025 | | | $ | 17,642,173 | |
Total investment income | | | 33,665,154 | | | | 60,237,025 | | | | 17,642,173 | |
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EXPENSES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 8,901,207 | | | | 6,577,048 | | | | 6,980,518 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 469,447 | | | | 339,663 | | | | 345,774 | |
Director fees | | | 165,096 | | | | 118,678 | | | | 114,850 | |
Officer fees | | | 115,176 | | | | 83,986 | | | | 81,829 | |
Legal Fees | | | 99,053 | | | | 71,243 | | | | 72,544 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 82,684 | | | | 65,461 | | | | 66,237 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 52,702 | | | | 39,159 | | | | 41,674 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 44,731 | | | | 32,302 | | | | 35,878 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 23,589 | | | | 20,143 | | | | 24,367 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 17,157 | | | | 17,829 | | | | 17,131 | |
Other expenses | | | 65,583 | | | | 46,065 | | | | 44,379 | |
Total expenses | | | 10,036,425 | | | | 7,411,577 | | | | 7,825,181 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 23,628,729 | | | | 52,825,448 | | | | 9,816,992 | |
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NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-affiliated funds | | | 55,548,884 | | | | 1,457,437 | | | | (429,178 | ) |
Capital gain distributions from non-affiliated fund investments | | | 198,086,213 | | | | 5,755,669 | | | | 1,534,347 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-affiliated funds | | | (231,799,651 | ) | | | (126,203,512 | ) | | | (83,745,422 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 21,835,446 | | | | (118,990,406 | ) | | | (82,640,253 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | 45,464,175 | | | $ | (66,164,958 | ) | | $ | (72,823,261 | ) |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET U.S. EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the six months Ended February 28. 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 23,628,729 | | | $ | 34,543,502 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 253,635,097 | | | | 117,878,423 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (231,799,651 | ) | | | 1,129,419,277 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 45,464,175 | | | | 1,281,841,202 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (160,049,321 | ) | | | (50,706,505 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (160,049,321 | ) | | | (50,706,505 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 251,423,065 | | | | 432,642,543 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 159,919,251 | | | | 50,687,033 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (420,952,135 | ) | | | (918,483,367 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | (9,609,819 | ) | | | (435,153,791 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (124,194,965 | ) | | | 795,980,906 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 3,635,318,368 | | | | 2,839,337,462 | |
End of period | | $ | 3,511,123,403 | | | $ | 3,635,318,368 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 10,620,379 | | | | 20,921,700 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 6,724,947 | | | | 2,722,182 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (17,686,640 | ) | | | (46,351,977 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | (341,314 | ) | | | (22,708,095 | ) |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the six months Ended February 28. 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 52,825,448 | | | $ | 41,367,092 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 7,213,106 | | | | (5,700,840 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (126,203,512 | ) | | | 659,178,653 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (66,164,958 | ) | | | 694,844,905 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (35,219,290 | ) | | | (70,369,565 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (35,219,290 | ) | | | (70,369,565 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 212,961,484 | | | | 362,663,494 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 35,204,207 | | | | 70,361,038 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (201,557,205 | ) | | | (528,942,045 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | 46,608,486 | | | | (95,917,513 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (54,775,762 | ) | | | 528,557,827 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 2,682,212,795 | | | | 2,153,654,968 | |
End of period | | $ | 2,627,437,033 | | | $ | 2,682,212,795 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 18,584,888 | | | | 34,174,355 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 3,107,167 | | | | 6,987,193 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (17,552,273 | ) | | | (51,989,791 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 4,139,782 | | | | (10,828,243 | ) |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FIXED INCOME FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the six months Ended February 28. 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 9,816,992 | | | $ | 6,876,144 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 1,105,169 | | | | 1,331,942 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (83,745,422 | ) | | | (753,197 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (72,823,261 | ) | | | 7,454,889 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (10,499,966 | ) | | | (17,950,325 | ) |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (79,992 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (10,499,966 | ) | | | (18,030,317 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 360,400,546 | | | | 923,051,070 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 10,490,825 | | | | 18,024,820 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (208,716,704 | ) | | | (417,799,422 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | 162,174,667 | | | | 523,276,468 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 78,851,440 | | | | 512,701,040 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 2,820,609,975 | | | | 2,307,908,935 | |
End of period | | $ | 2,899,461,415 | | | $ | 2,820,609,975 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 34,603,618 | | | | 87,481,192 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 1,004,789 | | | | 1,703,385 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (20,037,945 | ) | | | (39,568,985 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 15,570,462 | | | | 49,615,592 | |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET U.S. EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Six months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 23.59 | | | $ | 16.06 | | | $ | 16.90 | | | $ | 20.37 | | | $ | 17.60 | | | $ | 16.18 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.12 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 0.14 | | | | 7.62 | | | | — | (2) | | | (2.73 | ) | | | 3.34 | | | | 2.13 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.29 | | | | 7.83 | | | | 0.17 | | | | (2.56 | ) | | | 3.49 | | | | 2.25 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.63 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.85 | ) | | | (0.76 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (0.68 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.04 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (1.01 | ) | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.72 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 22.84 | | | $ | 23.59 | | | $ | 16.06 | | | $ | 16.90 | | | $ | 20.37 | | | $ | 17.60 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | 1.07 | %(5) | | | 49.28 | % | | | 0.32 | % | | | (12.09 | )% | | | 20.11 | % | | | 13.97 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 3,511,123 | | | $ | 3,635,318 | | | $ | 2,839,337 | | | $ | 2,899,018 | | | $ | 3,413,559 | | | $ | 2,724,995 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets(4) | | | 0.55 | %(6) | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.56 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.56 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets(4) | | | 1.30 | %(6) | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.72 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 6 | %(5) | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 7 | % | | | 2 | % | | | 5 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Amount less than $(0.005) per share. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | The Fund also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Six months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.60 | | | $ | 8.89 | | | $ | 9.09 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 10.97 | | | $ | 9.24 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.14 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (0.52 | ) | | | 2.84 | | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (1.47 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 1.89 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 3.02 | | | | 0.06 | | | | (1.26 | ) | | | 0.12 | | | | 2.03 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.16 | | | $ | 11.60 | | | $ | 8.89 | | | $ | 9.09 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 10.97 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | (2.52 | )%(4) | | | 34.43 | % | | | 0.30 | % | | | (11.66 | )% | | | 0.98 | % | | | 22.50 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 2,627,437 | | | $ | 2,682,213 | | | $ | 2,153,655 | | | $ | 2,154,908 | | | $ | 2,312,863 | | | $ | 2,190,068 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets(3) | | | 0.56 | %(5) | | | 0.56 | % | | | 0.58 | % | | | 0.58 | % | | | 0.57 | % | | | 0.58 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets(3) | | | 3.97 | %(5) | | | 1.70 | % | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.22 | % | | | 1.93 | % | | | 1.42 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 2 | %(4) | | | 5 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 2 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(3) | The Fund also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
FREE MARKET FIXED INCOME FUND
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Six months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.56 | | | $ | 10.61 | | | $ | 10.47 | | | $ | 10.22 | | | $ | 10.36 | | | $ | 10.43 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.10 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (0.30 | ) | | | — | (2) | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.24 | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.26 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.51 | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | 0.04 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | (2) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | — | (2) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.26 | | | $ | 10.56 | | | $ | 10.61 | | | $ | 10.47 | | | $ | 10.22 | | | $ | 10.36 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (2.48 | )%(5) | | | 0.31 | % | | | 2.98 | % | | | 5.11 | % | | | (0.35 | )% | | | 0.39 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 2,899,461 | | | $ | 2,820,610 | | | $ | 2,307,909 | | | $ | 2,748,593 | | | $ | 2,867,621 | | | $ | 2,503,032 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets(4) | | | 0.55 | %(6) | | | 0.56 | % | | | 0.56 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.56 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets(4) | | | 0.69 | %(6) | | | 0.27 | % | | | 1.39 | % | | | 2.62 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 0.94 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 1 | %(5) | | | 2 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Amount less than $(0.005) per share. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | The Fund also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
FREE MARKET FUNDS
Notes to Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. | Organization and Significant Accounting Policies |
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Free Market U.S. Equity Fund, the Free Market International Equity Fund and the Free Market Fixed Income Fund (each a “Fund,” collectively the “Funds”). Each Fund operates as a “fund of funds” and commenced investment operations on December 31, 2007.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
Free Market U.S. Equity and Free Market International Equity’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital appreciation. Free Market Fixed Income’s investment objective is to seek total return (consisting of current income and capital appreciation).
The Funds are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Funds is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six-month ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
Investment Company Securities – The Funds pursue their investment objectives by investing primarily in shares of registered, open-end investment companies and exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) (collectively, “underlying funds”). When a Fund invests in underlying funds it will indirectly bear its proportionate share of any fees and expenses payable directly by the underlying fund. In connection with its investments in other investment companies, a Fund will incur higher expenses, many of which may be duplicative. Furthermore, because the Funds invest in shares of ETFs and underlying funds their performances are directly related to the ability of the ETFs and underlying funds to meet their respective investment objectives, as well as the allocation of each Fund’s assets among the ETFs and underlying funds. Accordingly, the Funds’ investment performance will be influenced by the investment strategies of and risks associated with the ETFs and underlying funds in direct proportion to the amount of assets the Funds allocate to the ETFs and underlying funds utilizing such strategies. As disclosed in the Portfolio of Investments, the Funds invest in a number of different underlying funds, including underlying funds that are portfolios of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc., and Dimensional Investment Group Inc. (collectively, “DFA Underlying Funds”) and iShares by BlackRock (“iShares Underlying Funds”). Information about DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ risks may be found in such DFA Underlying Funds’ and iShares Underlying Funds’ annual or semiannual report to shareholders, which can be found at us.dimensional.com and iShares.com, respectively. Additional information about derivatives related risks, if applicable, may also be found in each such DFA Underlying Fund or iShares Underlying Funds’ annual or semiannual report to shareholders. The annual and semiannual reports to shareholders for the underlying funds may also be found by visiting the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — Investments in the underlying funds are valued at each Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) determined as of the close of business on the New York Stock Exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). Investments in Exchange-Traded Funds (“ETFs”) are valued at their last reported sale price. As required, some securities and assets may be valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Direct investments in fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Funds’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
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February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| ● Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Funds’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Funds’ investments carried at fair value:
FREE MARKET U.S. EQUITY FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Domestic Equity Funds | | $ | 3,506,524,691 | | | $ | 3,311,783,274 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 194,741,417 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 3,995,938 | | | | 3,995,938 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 3,510,520,629 | | | $ | 3,315,779,212 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 194,741,417 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
FREE MARKET INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
International Equity Funds | | $ | 2,622,606,675 | | | $ | 2,197,302,912 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 425,303,763 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 4,039,843 | | | | 4,039,843 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 2,626,646,518 | | | $ | 2,201,342,755 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 425,303,763 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
FREE MARKET FIXED INCOME FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Fixed Income Funds | | $ | 2,882,174,707 | | | $ | 2,882,174,707 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 21,170,061 | | | | 21,170,061 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 2,903,344,768 | | | $ | 2,903,344,768 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Funds’ investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Funds may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires each Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when a Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if a Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Funds had no Level 3 transfers.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Funds record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. Each Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Funds. In addition to the net annual operating expenses that the Funds bear directly, the shareholders indirectly bear the Funds’ pro-rata expenses of the underlying mutual funds in which each Fund invests.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders recorded on the ex-dividend date for each Fund with the exception of the Free Market Fixed Income Fund which declares and pays quarterly dividends from net investment income. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is each Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
MARKET RISK — The value of a Fund’s shares will fluctuate as a result of the movement of the overall stock market or the value of the underlying fund held by a Fund, and you could lose money.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Funds invest depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Funds’ investments, impair the Funds’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Funds’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Funds may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Funds in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Funds expect the risk of material loss for such claims is considered to be remote.
For additional information about the DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ valuation policies, refer to the DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ most recent annual or semiannual report which can be found at us.dimensional.com and iShares.com, respectively.
2. | Investment Adviser and Other Services |
Matson Money, Inc. (“Matson Money” or the “Adviser”), serves as the investment adviser to each Fund. Each Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on each Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following tables.
AVERAGE DAILY NET ASSETS | | ADVISORY FEE | |
For the first $1 billion | | | 0.50 | % |
Over $1 billion to $3 billion | | | 0.49 | |
Over $3 billion to $5 billion | | | 0.48 | |
Over $5 billion | | | 0.47 | |
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The Adviser has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses exceed the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table annually of each Fund’s average daily net assets. The Adviser may not recoup waived management fees or reimbursed expenses. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time.
FUND | | EXPENSE CAPS | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | | 1.13 | % |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 1.35 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | 1.00 | |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued were as follows:
FUND | | ADVISORY FEES | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | 8,901,207 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 6,577,048 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | 6,980,518 | |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Funds. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Funds’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Funds. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Vigilant Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
3. | Director and Officer Compensation |
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
4. | Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities |
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchase and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Funds were as follows:
| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | 266,501,894 | | | $ | 214,269,329 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 126,006,095 | | | | 55,580,857 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | 188,661,623 | | | | 25,910,414 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
5. | Federal Income Tax Information |
The Funds have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Funds to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Funds have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Funds are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by each Fund were as follows:
| | FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | 1,971,548,015 | | | $ | 1,681,134,347 | | | $ | (19,066,039 | ) | | $ | 1,662,068,308 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 2,063,636,097 | | | | 647,782,055 | | | | (30,822,686 | ) | | | 616,959,369 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | 2,757,268,044 | | | | 67,609,941 | | | | (5,797,298 | ) | | | 61,812,643 | |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to equalization, were reclassified among the following accounts:
| | DISTRIBUTABLE EARNINGS/(LOSS) | | | Paid-In Capital | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | (11,149,335 | ) | | $ | 11,149,335 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | — | | | | — | |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
| | Undistributed Ordinary Income | | | Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains | | | Capital Loss CarryForwards | | | NET Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | 32,386,078 | | | $ | 74,544,126 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,662,068,308 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 35,219,288 | | | | — | | | | (96,762,516 | ) | | | 616,959,369 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 61,812,643 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes and are inclusive of underlying partnerships and investments. Short-term and foreign currency gains, if applicable, are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
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FREE MARKET FUNDS
Notes to Financial Statements (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| | Ordinary Income | | | Long-Term Gains | | | RETURN OF CAPITAL | | | Total | |
Free Market U.S. Equity Fund | | $ | 14,110,436 | | | $ | 36,596,069 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 50,706,505 | |
Free Market International Equity Fund | | | 29,143,899 | | | | 41,225,666 | | | | — | | | $ | 70,369,565 | |
Free Market Fixed Income Fund | | | 11,112,294 | | | | 6,838,031 | | | | 79,992 | | | $ | 18,030,317 | |
Distributions from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an unlimited period. Capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of August 31, 2021, the Free Market International Equity Fund had $15,267,481 of short-term capital loss carryforwards and $81,495,035 of long-term capital loss carryforwards.
6. | NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES |
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined there were no subsequent events.
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Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling Free Market Funds at (866) 780-0357, ext. 3863 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
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Investment Adviser
Matson Money, Inc.
5955 Deerfield Blvd.
Mason, OH 45040
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Vigilant Distributors, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Suite 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Two Commerce Square, Suite 1800
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-7042
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
FMFI-SAR22
MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO
of
The RBB Fund, Inc.
SEMI-Annual Report
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
This report is submitted for the general information of the shareholders of the Portfolios. It is not authorized for distribution unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Portfolios.
MATSON MONEY VI PORTFOLIOS
Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | 1 YEAR | 5 YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | 1.12% | 13.59% | 9.75% | 9.14%(2) |
Russell 2500® Index | -6.77% | 0.40% | 11.21% | 9.94%(4) |
Composite Index(3) | -3.43% | 7.80% | 10.67% | 10.57%(4) |
(2) | The Portfolio commenced operations on February 18, 2014. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the S&P 500® Index, Russell 1000® Value Index, Russell 2000® Index and Russell 2000® Value Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
(4) | Index information is not available as of the date of the inception of the Portfolio. The average annual returns for the Russell 2500® Index and the Composite Index are presented as of March 1, 2014. If the Portfolio had commenced operations on March 1, 2014, its average annual return since inception would have been 8.98%. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Portfolio distributions or on the redemption of Portfolio shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Portfolio’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022 is 0.98% (included in the ratio is 0.24% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Portfolio’s aggregate total return since inception is based on an increase in net asset value from $25.00 per share on February 18, 2014 (commencement of operations) to $34.55 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio’s underlying funds invest in small-cap and micro-cap stocks, large-cap stocks and other equity securities. In addition to the ordinary risks of equity investing, small companies entail special risk. Small companies tend to have more risk than large companies. An investor in the Portfolio will incur the expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Portfolio’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Portfolio.
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Performance Data (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | 1 YEAR | 5 YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | -2.53% | 7.03% | 5.61% | 3.62%(2) |
MSCI World (excluding U.S.) Index | -5.73% | 4.46% | 7.43% | 4.97%(4) |
Composite Index(3) | -7.32% | -0.72% | 6.88% | 5.09%(4) |
(2) | The Portfolio commenced operations on February 18, 2014. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the MSCI EAFE Index, MSCI EAFE Value Index, MSCI EAFE Small Company Index, and MSCI Emerging Markets Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
(4) | Index information is not available as of the date of the inception of the Portfolio. The average annual returns for the MSCI World (excluding U.S.) Index and the Composite Index are presented as of March 1, 2014. If the Portfolio had commenced operations on March 1, 2014, its average annual return since inception would have been 3.47%. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Portfolio distributions or on the redemption of Portfolio shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Portfolio’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022 is 1.14% (included in the ratio is 0.34% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Portfolio’s aggregate total return since inception is based on an increase in net asset value from $25.00 per share on February 18, 2014 (commencement of operations) to $25.68 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio’s underlying funds invest in common stock, preferred stock, securities convertible into stocks and other equity securities issued by foreign companies. In addition to the ordinary risks of equity investing, foreign and small companies entail special risk. The return on foreign equities may be adversely affected by currency fluctuations. Emerging markets may be subject to social instability and lack of market liquidity. Small companies tend to have more risk than large companies. An investor in the Portfolio will incur the expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Portfolio’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Portfolio.
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Performance Data (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS(1) | 1 YEAR | 5 YEARS | SINCE INCEPTION |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | -2.84% | -2.30% | 1.10% | 0.82%(2) |
FTSE World Government Bond Index 1-5 Years | -1.76% | -1.41% | 1.63% | 1.53%(4) |
Composite Index(3) | -2.19% | -1.63% | 1.83% | 1.63%(4) |
(2) | The Portfolio commenced operations on February 18, 2014. |
(3) | The Composite Index is comprised of the Three-Month Treasury Bill Index, Bloomberg Barclays Capital Intermediate Government Bond Index, ICE BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Government/Corporate Index and Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, each weighted 25%, 25%, 25% and 25%, respectively. |
(4) | Index information is not available as of the date of the inception of the Portfolio. The average annual returns for the FTSE World Government Bond Index 1-5 Years (formerly known as the Citigroup World Govt. Bond 1-5 Year Currency Hedged U.S. Dollar Index), and the Composite Index are presented as of March 1, 2014. If the Portfolio had commenced operations on March 1, 2014, its average annual return since inception would have been 0.81%. |
The performance data quoted represents past performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown include the reinvestment of all dividends and other distributions and do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Portfolio distributions or on the redemption of Portfolio shares. For performance data current to the most recent month-end, please call 1-866-780-0357 ext. 3863. The Portfolio’s annual operating expense ratio, as stated in the current prospectus dated March 2, 2022 is 0.84% (included in the ratio is 0.11% attributable to acquired fund fees and expenses).
The Portfolio’s aggregate total return since inception is based on a decrease in net asset value from $25.00 per share on February 18, 2014 (commencement of operations) to $24.75 per share on February 28, 2022.
Portfolio composition is subject to change.
The Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio’s underlying funds invest in fixed income securities. The underlying funds may invest their assets in bonds and other debt securities issued by domestic and foreign governments and companies. Debt instruments involve the risk that their prices will fall when interest rates rise, and they are subject to the risk that the borrower may default. In addition, the return on foreign debt securities may be adversely affected by currency fluctuations. An investor in the Portfolio will incur expenses of the underlying funds in addition to the Portfolio’s expenses. The foregoing is not intended to be a complete discussion of all risks associated with the investment strategies of the Portfolio.
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Fund Expense ExampleS
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Portfolio(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees and other Portfolio expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Portfolio(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first section of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this section, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first section under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLES FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second section of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Portfolio’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Portfolio’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in each Portfolio and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
The expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as redemption fees. Therefore, the second section of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| BEGINNING ACCOUNT VALUE September 1, 2021 | ENDING ACCOUNT VALUE FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | EXPENSES PAID* | Annualized EXPENSE RATIO* | ACTUAL SIX- MONTH TOTAL INVESTMENT RETURN FOR THE PORTFOLIO |
Actual | | | | | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,011.20 | $ 3.64 | 0.73% | 1.12% |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | 1,000.00 | 974.70 | 3.92 | 0.80% | -2.53% |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | 1,000.00 | 971.60 | 3.57 | 0.73% | -2.84% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,021.17 | $ 3.66 | 0.73% | N/A |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | 1,000.00 | 1,020.83 | 4.01 | 0.80% | N/A |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | 1,000.00 | 1,021.17 | 3.66 | 0.73% | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to each Portfolio’s annualized six-month expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The annualized expense ratios do not reflect fees and expenses associated with the underlying funds. Fees and expenses presented for a Portfolio do not reflect any fees and expenses imposed on shares of the Portfolio purchased through variable annuity contracts, variable life insurance policies, and certain qualified pension and retirement plans, which would increase overall fees and expenses. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher. Each Portfolio’s ending account value in the first section in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for each Portfolio for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022. The range of weighted expense ratios of the underlying funds held by the Portfolios, as stated in the underlying funds’ current prospectuses, were as follows: |
PORTFOLIO | RANGE OF WEIGHTED EXPENSE RATIOS |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | 0.01% - 0.06% |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | 0.00% - 0.12% |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | 0.00% - 0.02% |
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MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
DOMESTIC EQUITY FUNDS — 100.9% | | | | |
U.S. Large Cap Value Portfolio III (a) | | | 279,563 | | | $ | 8,336,561 | |
U.S. Large Company Portfolio (a) | | | 144,861 | | | | 4,515,314 | |
U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio (b) | | | 188,451 | | | | 4,922,344 | |
U.S. Small Cap Portfolio (b) | | | 111,730 | | | | 4,936,229 | |
U.S. Small Cap Value Portfolio (b) | | | 76,033 | | | | 3,274,755 | |
VA U.S. Large Value Portfolio (b) | | | 40,204 | | | | 1,309,038 | |
VA U.S. Targeted Value Portfolio (b) | | | 211,042 | | | | 4,938,393 | |
TOTAL DOMESTIC EQUITY FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $25,993,235) | | | | | | | 32,232,634 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.0% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 330,184 | | | | 330,184 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $330,184) | | | | | | | 330,184 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 101.9% | | | | |
(Cost $26,323,419) | | | | | | | 32,562,818 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (1.9)% | | | | | | | (599,695 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 31,963,123 | |
| | | | | | | | |
PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS SUMMARY TABLE |
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
Equity Funds | | | 100.9 | % | | $ | 32,232,634 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1.0 | | | | 330,184 | |
Liabilities In Excess Of Other Assets | | | (1.9 | ) | | | (599,695 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 31,963,123 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of Dimensional Investment Group Inc. |
(b) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS — 100.9% | | | | |
DFA International Small Cap Value Portfolio (a) | | | 308,346 | | | $ | 6,462,941 | |
DFA International Value Portfolio III (b) | | | 416,879 | | | | 6,978,562 | |
Emerging Markets Small Cap Portfolio (a) | | | 46,870 | | | | 1,117,850 | |
Emerging Markets Value Portfolio, Class Institutional (a) | | | 36,142 | | | | 1,129,442 | |
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF | | | 12,770 | | | | 884,834 | |
iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF | | | 20,348 | | | | 1,164,516 | |
VA International Small Portfolio (a) | | | 312,023 | | | | 3,984,534 | |
VA International Value Portfolio (a) | | | 86,779 | | | | 1,175,849 | |
TOTAL INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $21,096,611) | | | | | | | 22,898,528 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.0% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 223,350 | | | | 223,350 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $223,350) | | | | | | | 223,350 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 101.9% | | | | |
(Cost $21,319,961) | | | | | | | 23,121,878 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (1.9)% | | | | | | | (422,738 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 22,699,140 | |
| | | | | | | | |
PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS SUMMARY TABLE |
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
International Equity Funds | | | 100.9 | % | | $ | 22,898,528 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1.0 | | | | 223,350 | |
Liabilities In Excess Of Other Assets | | | (1.9 | ) | | | (422,738 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 22,699,140 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
(b) | A portfolio of Dimensional Investment Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | NUMBER OF SHARES | | | VALUE | |
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS — 101.6% | | | | |
DFA One-Year Fixed Income Portfolio (a) | | | 361,945 | | | $ | 3,699,076 | |
DFA Two-Year Global Fixed Income Portfolio (a) | | | 496,132 | | | | 4,862,088 | |
iShares 1-3 Year Treasury Bond ETF | | | 15,313 | | | | 1,294,867 | |
iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF | | | 15,463 | | | | 1,950,812 | |
iShares Core International Aggregate Bond ETF | | | 91,312 | | | | 4,845,928 | |
iShares Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF | | | 34,144 | | | | 1,940,404 | |
iShares Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF | | | 147,036 | | | | 7,763,501 | |
iShares TIPS Bond ETF | | | 13,039 | | | | 1,658,300 | |
VA Global Bond Portfolio (a) | | | 316,611 | | | | 3,238,932 | |
VA Short-Term Fixed Income Portfolio (a) | | | 65,261 | | | | 661,093 | |
TOTAL FIXED INCOME FUNDS | | | | |
(Cost $32,286,959) | | | | | | | 31,915,001 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.6% | | | | |
STIT-Government & Agency Portfolio, 0.03%* | | | 498,608 | | | | 498,608 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
(Cost $498,608) | | | | | | | 498,608 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 103.2% | | | | |
(Cost $32,785,567) | | | | | | | 32,413,609 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (3.2)% | | | | | | | (995,263 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 31,418,346 | |
| | | | | | | | |
PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS SUMMARY TABLE |
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
Fixed Income Funds | | | 101.6 | % | | $ | 31,915,001 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1.6 | | | | 498,608 | |
Liabilities In Excess Of Other Assets | | | (3.2 | ) | | | (995,263 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 31,418,346 | |
* | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
(a) | A portfolio of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc. |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY VI PORTFOLIOS
Statements of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO | | | MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO | | | MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $25,993,235, $21,096,611 and $32,286,959, respectively) | | $ | 32,232,634 | | | $ | 22,898,528 | | | $ | 31,915,001 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $330,184, $223,350 and $498,608, respectively) | | | 330,184 | | | | 223,350 | | | | 498,608 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 1,327 | | | | 522 | | | | 1,283 | |
Total assets | | | 32,564,145 | | | | 23,122,400 | | | | 32,414,892 | |
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LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 561,807 | | | | 390,282 | | | | 957,504 | |
Advisory fees | | | 12,414 | | | | 9,074 | | | | 12,373 | |
Administration and accounting fees | | | 3,812 | | | | 3,325 | | | | 3,928 | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 400 | | | | 377 | | | | 434 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 22,589 | | | | 20,202 | | | | 22,307 | |
Total liabilities | | | 601,022 | | | | 423,260 | | | | 996,546 | |
Net assets | | $ | 31,963,123 | | | $ | 22,699,140 | | | $ | 31,418,346 | |
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par Value | | $ | 925 | | | $ | 884 | | | $ | 1,270 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 23,990,965 | | | | 21,128,741 | | | | 31,827,362 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 7,971,233 | | | | 1,569,515 | | | | (410,286 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 31,963,123 | | | $ | 22,699,140 | | | $ | 31,418,346 | |
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CAPITAL SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 31,963,123 | | | $ | 22,699,140 | | | $ | 31,418,346 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 925,234 | | | | 883,834 | | | | 1,269,675 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 34.55 | | | $ | 25.68 | | | $ | 24.75 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY VI PORTFOLIOS
Statements of Operations
FOR THE six months ENDED February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO | | | MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO | | | MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends from non-affiliated funds | | $ | 378,209 | | | $ | 583,298 | | | $ | 220,942 | |
Total investment income | | | 378,209 | | | | 583,298 | | | | 220,942 | |
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EXPENSES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 79,894 | | | | 56,918 | | | | 81,122 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 15,608 | | | | 15,617 | | | | 15,731 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 10,295 | | | | 9,208 | | | | 10,546 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 2,820 | | | | 2,265 | | | | 2,103 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 2,016 | | | | 1,515 | | | | 2,172 | |
Director fees | | | 1,415 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,346 | |
Officer fees | | | 1,000 | | | | 722 | | | | 1,006 | |
Legal fees | | | 826 | | | | 589 | | | | 856 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 483 | | | | 358 | | | | 524 | |
Other expenses | | | 3,044 | | | | 2,705 | | | | 3,187 | |
Total expenses | | | 117,401 | | | | 90,897 | | | | 118,593 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 260,808 | | | | 492,401 | | | | 102,349 | |
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NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-affiliated funds | | | 327,891 | | | | 64,565 | | | | 11,288 | |
Capital gain distributions from non-affiliated fund investments | | | 1,793,136 | | | | 350,354 | | | | 17,788 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-affiliated funds | | | (2,074,902 | ) | | | (1,493,743 | ) | | | (1,073,457 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 46,125 | | | | (1,078,824 | ) | | | (1,044,381 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | 306,933 | | | $ | (586,423 | ) | | $ | (942,032 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 260,808 | | | $ | 222,068 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 2,121,027 | | | | 1,982,475 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (2,074,902 | ) | | | 9,177,417 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 306,933 | | | | 11,381,960 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (2,291,039 | ) | | | (1,112,545 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (2,291,039 | ) | | | (1,112,545 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 2,659,630 | | | | 4,806,910 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 2,291,039 | | | | 1,112,545 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (2,799,388 | ) | | | (9,463,229 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | 2,151,281 | | | | (3,543,774 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 167,175 | | | | 6,725,641 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 31,795,948 | | | | 25,070,307 | |
End of period | | $ | 31,963,123 | | | $ | 31,795,948 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 72,913 | | | | 140,452 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 63,871 | | | | 38,350 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (77,889 | ) | | | (290,841 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 58,895 | | | | (112,039 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 492,401 | | | $ | 308,548 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 414,919 | | | | 742,327 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,493,743 | ) | | | 4,992,500 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (586,423 | ) | | | 6,043,375 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (1,361,460 | ) | | | (430,312 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1,361,460 | ) | | | (430,312 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 1,913,118 | | | | 3,504,955 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 1,361,461 | | | | 430,312 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,407,311 | ) | | | (5,327,668 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | 1,867,268 | | | | (1,392,401 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (80,615 | ) | | | 4,220,662 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 22,779,755 | | | | 18,559,093 | |
End of period | | $ | 22,699,140 | | | $ | 22,779,755 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 70,056 | | | | 133,013 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 52,183 | | | | 17,679 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (51,976 | ) | | | (206,417 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 70,263 | | | | (55,725 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 102,349 | | | $ | 21,588 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 29,076 | | | | 48,963 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,073,457 | ) | | | 2,245 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (942,032 | ) | | | 72,796 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (100,067 | ) | | | (170,529 | ) |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (14,611 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (100,067 | ) | | | (185,140 | ) |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 1,913,766 | | | | 9,842,877 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 100,067 | | | | 185,140 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (2,656,635 | ) | | | (4,135,263 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital shares | | | (642,802 | ) | | | 5,892,754 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (1,684,901 | ) | | | 5,780,410 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 33,103,247 | | | | 27,322,837 | |
End of period | | $ | 31,418,346 | | | $ | 33,103,247 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 75,860 | | | | 385,803 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 3,969 | | | | 7,229 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (105,813 | ) | | | (162,244 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | (25,984 | ) | | | 230,788 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2019 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2018 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 36.70 | | | $ | 25.62 | | | $ | 27.08 | | | $ | 33.12 | | | $ | 29.15 | | | $ | 26.80 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.14 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 0.22 | | | | 12.06 | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (4.34 | ) | | | 5.40 | | | | 3.44 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | 0.51 | | | | 12.31 | | | | 0.18 | | | | (4.13 | ) | | | 5.58 | | | | 3.58 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (2.32 | ) | | | (0.94 | ) | | | (1.40 | ) | | | (1.64 | ) | | | (1.28 | ) | | | (1.02 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (2.66 | ) | | | (1.23 | ) | | | (1.64 | ) | | | (1.91 | ) | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (1.23 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 34.55 | | | $ | 36.70 | | | $ | 25.62 | | | $ | 27.08 | | | $ | 33.12 | | | $ | 29.15 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | 1.12 | %(4) | | | 49.31 | % | | | (0.02 | )% | | | (11.89 | )% | | | 19.56 | % | | | 13.42 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 31,963 | | | $ | 31,796 | | | $ | 25,070 | | | $ | 24,839 | | | $ | 26,181 | | | $ | 20,093 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers, if any(3) | | | 0.73 | %(5) | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.73 | % | | | 0.81 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers, if any(3) | | | 0.73 | %(5) | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.73 | % | | | 0.81 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets with waivers(3) | | | 1.63 | %(5) | | | 0.77 | % | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.72 | % | | | 0.58 | % | | | 0.49 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 5 | %(4) | | | 18 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 17 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 21 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(3) | The Portfolio also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY VI PORTFOLIOS
MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2019 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2018 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 28.00 | | | $ | 21.35 | | | $ | 22.27 | | | $ | 26.16 | | | $ | 26.60 | | | $ | 22.54 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.58 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.42 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 0.29 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1.26 | ) | | | 6.80 | | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (3.51 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | 4.51 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.68 | ) | | | 7.17 | | | | 0.17 | | | | (3.08 | ) | | | 0.34 | | | | 4.80 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.57 | ) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.64 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (1.09 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (0.74 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 25.68 | | | $ | 28.00 | | | $ | 21.35 | | | $ | 22.27 | | | $ | 26.16 | | | $ | 26.60 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(2) | | | (2.53 | )%(4) | | | 33.96 | % | | | 0.17 | % | | | (11.62 | )% | | | 1.13 | % | | | 21.90 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 22,699 | | | $ | 22,780 | | | $ | 18,559 | | | $ | 18,228 | | | $ | 17,950 | | | $ | 15,019 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers, if any(3) | | | 0.80 | %(5) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.79 | % | | | 0.88 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers, if any(3) | | | 0.80 | %(5) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.79 | % | | | 0.88 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets with waivers(3) | | | 4.33 | %(5) | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.99 | % | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.22 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 2 | %(4) | | | 18 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 13 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 21 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(3) | The Portfolio also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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MATSON MONEY VI PORTFOLIOS
MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for each share outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2019 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2018 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 25.55 | | | $ | 25.66 | | | $ | 25.38 | | | $ | 24.74 | | | $ | 25.12 | | | $ | 25.31 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.59 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.18 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (0.80 | ) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.61 | | | | (0.36 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.72 | ) | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.70 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.13 | ) | | | 0.05 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.56 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | (2) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.56 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 24.75 | | | $ | 25.55 | | | $ | 25.66 | | | $ | 25.38 | | | $ | 24.74 | | | $ | 25.12 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (2.84 | )%(5) | | | 0.22 | % | | | 2.80 | % | | | 4.98 | % | | | (0.50 | )% | | | 0.19 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 31,418 | | | $ | 33,103 | | | $ | 27,323 | | | $ | 29,546 | | | $ | 30,405 | | | $ | 26,017 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers, if any(4) | | | 0.73 | %(6) | | | 0.73 | % | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.77 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers, if any(4) | | | 0.73 | %(6) | | | 0.73 | % | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.77 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets with waivers(4) | | | 0.63 | %(6) | | | 0.07 | % | | | 1.69 | % | | | 2.39 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.70 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 4 | %(5) | | | 8 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 19 | % | | | 2 | % | | | 11 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated using the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Amount less than $(0.005) per share. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated by assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | The Portfolio also will indirectly bear its prorated share of expenses of the underlying funds. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. | Organization and Significant Accounting Policies |
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio, the Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio and the Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio (each a “Portfolio,” collectively the “Portfolios”). Each Portfolio operates as a “fund of funds” and commenced investment operations on February 18, 2014. Shares of the Portfolios are offered to separate accounts of participating life insurance companies for the purpose of funding variable annuity contracts and variable life insurance policies.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio and Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital appreciation. Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio’s investment objective is to seek total return (consisting of current income and capital appreciation).
The Portfolios are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Portfolios is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
INVESTMENT COMPANY SECURITIES — The Portfolios pursue their investment objectives by investing primarily in shares of registered, open-end investment companies and exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) (collectively, “underlying funds”). When a Portfolio invests in underlying funds it will indirectly bear its proportionate share of any fees and expenses payable directly by the underlying fund. In connection with its investments in other investment companies, a Portfolio will incur higher expenses, many of which may be duplicative. Furthermore, because the Portfolios invest in shares of ETFs and underlying funds their performances are directly related to the ability of the ETFs and underlying funds to meet their respective investment objectives, as well as the allocation of each Portfolio’s assets among the ETFs and underlying funds. Accordingly, the Portfolios’ investment performance will be influenced by the investment strategies of and risks associated with the ETFs and underlying funds in direct proportion to the amount of assets the Portfolios allocate to the ETFs and underlying funds utilizing such strategies. As disclosed in the Portfolio of Investments, the Portfolios invest in a number of different underlying funds, including underlying funds that are portfolios of DFA Investment Dimensions Group Inc., and Dimensional Investment Group Inc. (collectively, “DFA Underlying Funds”) and iShares by BlackRock (“iShares Underlying Funds”). Information about DFA Underlying Funds’ and iShares Underlying Funds’ risks may be found in such DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ annual or semiannual report to shareholders, which can be found at us.dimensional.com and iShares.com, respectively. Additional information about derivatives related risks, if applicable, may also be found in each such DFA Underlying Fund or iShares Underlying Funds’ annual or semiannual report to shareholders. The annual and semiannual reports to shareholders for the underlying funds may also be found by visiting the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — Investments in the underlying funds are valued at each Portfolio’s net asset value (“NAV”) determined as of the close of business on the New York Stock Exchange (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time). Investments in Exchange-Traded Funds (“ETFs”) are valued at their last reported sale price. As required, some securities and assets may be valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Direct investments in fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market.
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Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
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FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Portfolios’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Portfolios’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Portfolios’ investments carried at fair value:
MATSON MONEY U.S. EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Domestic Equity Funds | | $ | 32,232,634 | | | $ | 25,985,203 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 6,247,431 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 330,184 | | | | 330,184 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 32,562,818 | | | $ | 26,315,387 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 6,247,431 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
MATSON MONEY INTERNATIONAL EQUITY VI PORTFOLIO
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
International Equity Funds | | $ | 22,898,528 | | | $ | 17,738,145 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 5,160,383 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 223,350 | | | | 223,350 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 23,121,878 | | | $ | 17,961,495 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 5,160,383 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
MATSON MONEY FIXED INCOME VI PORTFOLIO
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE* | |
Fixed Income Funds | | $ | 31,915,001 | | | $ | 28,014,976 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 3,900,025 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 498,608 | | | | 498,608 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments** | | $ | 32,413,609 | | | $ | 28,513,584 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 3,900,025 | |
* | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
** | Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Portfolios’ investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Portfolios may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires each Portfolio to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchases and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when a Portfolio had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if a Portfolio had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Portfolios had no Level 3 transfers.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Portfolios record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. Each Portfolio’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Portfolios. In addition to the net annual operating expenses that the Portfolios bear directly, the shareholders indirectly bear the Portfolios’ pro-rata expenses of the underlying mutual funds in which each Portfolio invests.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders recorded on the ex-dividend date for each Portfolio. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is each Portfolio’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
MARKET RISK — The value of a Portfolio’s shares will fluctuate as a result of the movement of the overall stock market or the value of the underlying fund held by a Portfolio, and you could lose money.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Portfolios invest depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Portfolios’ investments, impair the Portfolios’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Portfolios’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Portfolios may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Portfolio’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Portfolios in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Portfolios expect the risk of material loss for such claims to be remote.
For additional information about the DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ valuation policies, refer to the DFA Underlying Funds and iShares Underlying Funds’ most recent annual or semiannual report which can be found at us.dimensional.com and iShares.com, respectively.
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Notes to Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
2. | Investment Adviser and Other Services |
Matson Money, Inc. (“Matson Money” or the “Adviser”), serves as the investment adviser to each Portfolio. Each Portfolio compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on each Portfolio’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table.
AVERAGE DAILY NET ASSETS | | ADVISORY FEE | |
For the first $1 billion | | | 0.50 | % |
Over $1 billion to $5 billion | | | 0.49 | |
Over $5 billion | | | 0.47 | |
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that total annual Portfolio operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of each Portfolio’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and certain of these expenses could cause total annual Portfolio operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 2, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after March 2, 2023.
PORTFOLIO | | EXPENSE CAPS | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | | 1.13 | % |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 1.35 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | 1.00 | |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued were as follows:
PORTFOLIO | | ADVISORY FEES | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | $ | 79,894 | |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 56,918 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | 81,122 | |
Effective September 1, 2019, if at any time a Portfolio’s total annual Portfolio operating expenses for a year are less than the Expense Cap, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Portfolio of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Portfolio within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Portfolio to exceed the Expense Cap that was in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. As of the end of the reporting period, the Portfolios had no amounts available for recoupment.
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services serves as administrator for the Portfolios. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Portfolios’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Portfolios. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Vigilant Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
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Notes to Financial Statements (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
3. | Director and Officer Compensation |
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Portfolios or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
4. | Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities |
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Portfolios were as follows:
| | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | $ | 3,977,554 | | | $ | 1,501,882 | |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 2,239,697 | | | | 513,398 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | 1,684,664 | | | | 1,362,865 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
5. | Federal Income Tax Information |
The Portfolios have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Portfolios to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Portfolios have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Portfolios are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by each Portfolio were as follows:
| | FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | $ | 23,737,998 | | | $ | 8,314,811 | | | $ | (237,028 | ) | | $ | 8,077,783 | |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 19,985,808 | | | | 3,359,423 | | | | (545,050 | ) | | | 2,814,373 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | 32,475,255 | | | | 729,169 | | | | (91,640 | ) | | | 637,529 | |
Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
There were no material permanent differences as of August 31, 2021.
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Notes to Financial Statements (CONTINUED)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
| | Undistributed Ordinary Income | | | Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains | | | Capital Loss Carry Forward | | | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,885,179 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,077,783 | |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 55,442 | | | | 647,583 | | | | — | | | | 2,814,373 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 637,528 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term and foreign currency gains, if applicable, are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| | ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM GAINS | | | RETURN OF CAPITAL | | | TOTAL | |
Matson Money U.S. Equity VI Portfolio | | $ | 262,875 | | | $ | 849,670 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,112,545 | |
Matson Money International Equity VI Portfolio | | | 293,803 | | | | 136,509 | | | | — | | | | 430,312 | |
Matson Money Fixed Income VI Portfolio | | | 149,987 | | | | 20,542 | | | | 14,611 | | | | 185,140 | |
Distributions from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Funds may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021. The Matson Money U.S. Equity Fund deferred qualified late-year losses of $7,623 and the Matson Money Fixed Income Fund deferred qualified late-year losses of $5,716 which will be treated as arising on the first business day of the following fiscal year.
The Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an unlimited period. Capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. The Matson Money Fixed Income Fund had utilized $26,840. As of August 31, 2021, the Funds had no unexpiring short-term or long-term losses.
6. | NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES |
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
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Notes to Financial Statements (concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined there were no subsequent events.
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Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Portfolios use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Portfolios voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling Matson Money VI Portfolios at (866) 780-0357, ext. 3863 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
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Investment Adviser
Matson Money, Inc.
5955 Deerfield Blvd.
Mason, OH 45040
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Vigilant Distributors, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Suite 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Two Commerce Square, Suite 1800
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-7042
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
MMFI-SAR22
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Series of The RBB Fund, Inc.
2/28/22
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Portfolio Characteristics | 1 |
Fund Expense Examples | 14 |
Schedules of Investments | 16 |
Financial Statements | 47 |
Notes to Financial Statements | 65 |
Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement | 79 |
Notice to Shareholders | 80 |
Motley Fool GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS† | One Year | FIVE YEAR | Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF* | -17.50% | -8.03% | 14.94% | 10.67% | 6/17/2014 |
FTSE Global All Cap Net Tax Index** | -5.32% | 7.31% | 11.56% | 8.88%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.85% |
Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund.
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained at www.fooletfs.com. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. |
* | The Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF operated as a series of The Motley Fool Funds Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”) prior to December 21, 2016 at which time the Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund. The performance shown for periods prior to December 21, 2016 represents the performance of the Predecessor Fund. These returns reflect expense waivers by the Fund’s investment adviser. Without these waivers, returns would have been lower. |
** | The FTSE Global All Cap Net Tax Index is a market-capitalization weighted index representing the performance of large, mid and small cap companies in Developed and Emerging markets. The index is comprised of approximately 7,900 securities from 49 countries and captures 98% of the world’s investable market capitalization. Fair value prices and foreign exchange as of 4 pm ET are used in the calculation of this index, and returns are adjusted for withholding taxes applicable to dividends received by a U.S. Regulated Investment Company domiciled in the United States. The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investments. Its performance does not reflect deductions for fees, expenses or taxes. |
Motley Fool GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (CONTINUED)
(Unaudited)
The investment objective of the Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF is to achieve long-term capital appreciation, and it pursues this objective by investing primarily in common stocks of companies located anywhere in the world. The Fund seeks long-term growth by identifying and acquiring securities of companies that are, in the view of Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (the “Adviser”), high quality. To identify these high-quality businesses, the Adviser engages in research to evaluate each company under consideration using four criteria: management, culture, and incentives; the economics of the business; competitive advantage; and trajectory. The Adviser’s approach prizes a long-term mindset and a balance of qualitative and quantitative factors.
The Fund will invest in areas of the market, that, in the view of the Adviser, offer the greatest potential for long-term capital appreciation, and it does not attempt to match the allocations of its benchmark. As such, significant deviation from the benchmark is expected from time to time, especially over shorter time frames.
The allocations to various sectors, countries, or any other macro-economic designation, are the byproduct of rigorous bottom-up analysis rather than an intentional top-down opinion of asset classes. While market conditions are constantly changing, exposure to equity market risk is needed to consistently achieve equity-like returns.
The following tables show the top ten holdings, sector allocations, and top ten countries in which the Fund was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top Ten Holdings | % OF NET Assets |
Amazon.com, Inc. | 6.2% |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 5.5 |
Atlassian Corp., PLC, Class A | 5.1 |
Watsco, Inc. | 4.4 |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 4.3 |
Brookfield Asset Management, Inc., Class A | 3.9 |
Medtronic PLC | 3.8 |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. | 3.8 |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., SP ADR | 3.5 |
Waste Connections, Inc. | 3.4 |
| 43.9% |
Motley Fool GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (Concluded)
(Unaudited)
The Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICS SM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”).
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 21.7% |
Industrials | 17.6 |
Communication Services | 17.0 |
Consumer Discretionary | 13.2 |
Financials | 9.2 |
Health Care | 9.2 |
Real Estate | 8.7 |
Consumer Staples | 2.1 |
| 98.7% |
Top ten Countries | % OF Net Assets |
United States* | 52.4% |
Canada | 7.3 |
Ireland | 7.2 |
Australia | 5.1 |
China | 3.7 |
Taiwan | 3.5 |
Philippines | 3.3 |
Argentina | 2.9 |
India | 2.3 |
Netherlands | 2.1 |
| 89.8% |
* | As of the date of this report, the Fund had a holding of 1.3% in the U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account. |
Motley Fool MID-CAP GROWTH ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS† | One Year | FIVE YEAR | Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF* | -16.52% | -8.99% | 12.02% | 9.74% | 6/17/2014 |
Russell MidCap® Growth Total Return Index** | -15.80% | -4.32% | 14.86% | 12.18%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.85% |
Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund.
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained at www.fooletfs.com. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. |
* | The Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF operated as a series of The Motley Fool Funds Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”) prior to December 21, 2016 at which time the Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund. The performance shown for periods prior to December 21, 2016 represents the performance of the Predecessor Fund. These returns reflect expense waivers by the Fund’s investment adviser. Without these waivers, returns would have been lower. |
** | The Russell Midcap® Growth Total Return Index measures the performance of the mid-cap growth segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell Midcap® Index companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted growth values. The Russell Midcap® Growth Total Return Index is constructed to provide a comprehensive and unbiased barometer of the mid-cap growth market. The Index is completely reconstituted annually to ensure larger stocks do not distort the performance and characteristics of the true mid-cap growth market. |
The investment objective of the Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF is to achieve long-term capital appreciation, and it pursues this objective by investing primarily in common stocks of companies organized in the United States. The Fund seeks long-term growth by identifying and acquiring securities of companies that are, in the view of the Adviser, high quality. To identify these high-quality businesses, the Adviser engages in research to evaluate each company under consideration using four criteria: management, culture, and incentives; the economics of the business; competitive advantage; and trajectory. The Adviser’s approach prizes a long-term mindset and a balance of qualitative and quantitative factors.
The Fund will invest in areas of the market, that, in the view of the Adviser, offer the greatest potential for long-term capital appreciation, and it does not attempt to match the allocations of its benchmark. As such, significant deviation from the benchmark is expected from time to time, especially over shorter time frames.
The allocations to various sectors, or any other macro-economic designation, are the byproduct of rigorous bottom-up analysis rather than an intentional top-down opinion of asset classes. While market conditions are constantly changing, exposure to equity market risk is needed to consistently achieve equity-like returns. The Adviser views its time as best spent focused on evaluating businesses and seeking to minimize company-specific risk in order to pursue its objective of long-term capital appreciation.
Although the Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF may invest in companies with any market capitalization, the Adviser expects that investments in the securities of companies having smaller- and mid-market capitalizations will be important components of the Fund’s investment program. Investments in securities of these companies may involve greater risk than do investments in larger, more established companies. Small- and mid-cap stocks tend to be more volatile and less liquid than their large-cap counterparts.
Motley Fool MID-CAP GROWTH ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (Concluded)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings, and sector allocations in which the Fund was invested in as of February 28, 2022.Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top ten Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
Watsco, Inc. | 6.6% |
Cooper Companies, Inc., (The) | 5.4 |
SBA Communications Corp. | 5.1 |
Brown & Brown, Inc. | 5.0 |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. | 4.7 |
ResMed, Inc. | 4.6 |
Tyler Technologies, Inc. | 4.5 |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. | 4.5 |
Markel Corp. | 4.1 |
SVB Financial Group | 4.1 |
| 48.6% |
The Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICS SM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”).
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 28.4% |
Industrials | 20.9 |
Health Care | 15.0 |
Financials | 13.2 |
Consumer Discretionary | 10.3 |
Real Estate | 9.5 |
Communication Services | 0.8 |
| 98.1% |
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS† | One Year | Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF | -7.58% | 11.11% | 18.20% | 1/29/2018 |
Motley Fool 100 Index* | -7.34% | 11.70% | 18.79%(1) | — |
S&P 500* Total Return Index** | -2.62% | 16.39% | 13.05%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.50% | | | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratio of the Fund is set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratio disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratio. |
* | The Motley Fool 100 Index (“Fool 100 Index”) was developed by The Motley Fool, LLC (“The Motley Fool”), an affiliate of Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (“Adviser”), in 2017 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the 100 largest, most liquid U.S. companies that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters or the highest-rated stocks in Fool IQ, the company’s analyst opinion database. Every company included in the Fool 100 Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S. The Fool 100 Index is calculated and administered by Solactive AG (the “Index Calculation Agent”), which is not affiliated with the Fund, the Adviser or The Motley Fool. Additional information regarding the Fool 100 Index, including its value, is available on the websites of the Fund at www.fooletfs.com and the Index Calculation Agent, at www.solactive.com. You cannot invest directly in an index. |
** | The S&P 500® Total Return Index is the total return version of the S&P 500® Index. Dividends are reinvested on a daily basis and all regular cash dividends are assumed reinvested in the index on the ex-dividend date. The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 US stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on the 1st of January, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957. |
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (Concluded)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings and sector allocations, in which the Motley Fool 100 Index ETF was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top TEN Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
Apple, Inc. | 13.8% |
Microsoft Corp. | 11.4 |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 9.1 |
Amazon.com, Inc. | 7.9 |
Tesla, Inc. | 4.4 |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B | 3.7 |
NVIDIA Corp. | 3.1 |
Facebook, Inc., Class A | 3.0 |
Visa, Inc., Class A | 2.3 |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | 2.3 |
| 61.0% |
The Motley Fool 100 Index ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICSSM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”). We believe that this makes the SOI classifications more standard with the rest of the industry.
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 42.6% |
Consumer Discretionary | 17.3 |
Communication Services | 16.1 |
Health Care | 10.3 |
Financials | 5.9 |
Industrials | 3.3 |
Real Estate | 1.4 |
Consumer Staples | 1.4 |
Utilities | 0.8 |
Materials | 0.6 |
Energy | 0.2 |
| 99.9% |
MOTLEY FOOL SMALL-CAP GROWTH ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| SIX MONTHS† | One Year | Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF | -22.06% | -22.60% | 17.23% | 10/29/2018 |
Russell 2000 Growth Total Return® Index* | -16.35% | -17.40% | 11.35%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.85% | | | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratio of the Fund is set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratio disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratio. |
* | The Russell 2000 Growth Total Return® Index measures the performance of those companies included in the Russell 2000 Index with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted earnings growth rates. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of approximately 2,000 companies with small-market capitalizations. |
MOTLEY FOOL SMALL-CAP GROWTH ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (CONCLUDED)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings and sector allocations, in which the Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top TEN Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
Watsco, Inc. | 5.4% |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. | 5.0 |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. | 5.0 |
Heska Corp. | 4.8 |
Penumbra, Inc. | 4.2 |
Globus Medical, Inc., Class A | 4.0 |
Howard Hughes Corp., (The) | 3.9 |
Paylocity Holding Corp. | 3.7 |
RADA Electronic Industries Ltd. | 3.5 |
Ping Identity Holding Corp. | 3.3 |
| 42.8% |
The Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF uses GICSSM as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments.
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 22.7% |
Industrials | 22.2 |
Health Care | 20.5 |
Real Estate | 10.7 |
Consumer Discretionary | 6.8 |
Financials | 3.2 |
Communication Services | 2.5 |
| 88.6% |
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF | -12.61% | 12/30/2021 |
Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index* | -12.62%(1) | — |
S&P 500 Total Return Index** | -8.25%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.50% | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratio of the Fund is set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratio disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratio. |
* | The Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index (“Capital Efficiency 100 Index”) was developed by The Motley Fool, LLC (“The Motley Fool”), an affiliate of Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (“Adviser”), in 2021 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the highest scoring stocks of U.S. companies, measured by a company’s capital efficiency, that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters, and that also meet certain liquidity requirements. Capital efficiency is a measure of how a business turns its investments into revenue and profit and it provides insight into the company’s return on invested capital. Every company included in the Capital Efficiency 100 Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S. The Capital Efficiency 100 Index is calculated and administered by Solactive AG (the “Index Calculation Agent”), which is not affiliated with the Fund, the Adviser or The Motley Fool. Additional information regarding the Capital Efficiency 100 Index, including its value, is available on the websites of the Fund at www.fooletfs.com and the Index Calculation Agent, at www.solactive.com. You cannot invest directly in an index. |
** | The S&P 500® Total Return Index is the total return version of the S&P 500® Index. Dividends are reinvested on a daily basis and all regular cash dividends are assumed reinvested in the index on the ex-dividend date. The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 US stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on the 1st of January, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957. |
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (CONCLUDED)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings and sector allocations, in which the Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top TEN Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
Visa, Inc., Class A | 5.7% |
Johnson & Johnson | 5.4 |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | 5.4 |
Apple, Inc. | 5.4 |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 5.2 |
Microsoft Corp. | 5.1 |
Amazon.com, Inc. | 5.0 |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 5.0 |
NVIDIA Corp. | 4.8 |
Home Depot, Inc., (The) | 4.5 |
| 51.5% |
The Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF uses GICSSM as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments.
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 40.2% |
Health Care | 20.3 |
Consumer Discretionary | 14.3 |
Communication Services | 12.9 |
Industrials | 5.8 |
Consumer Staples | 4.4 |
Materials | 0.8 |
Financials | 0.4 |
Real Estate | 0.2 |
| 99.3% |
MOTLEY FOOL NEXT INDEX ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 |
| Since Inception | Inception Date |
Motley Fool Next Index ETF | -12.44% | 12/30/2021 |
Motley Fool Next Index* | -12.45%(1) | — |
Russell 2000 Growth Total Return® Index** | -14.33%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratio(2): 0.50% | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratio of the Fund is set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratio disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratio. |
* | The Motley Fool Next Index (“Next Index”) was developed by The Motley Fool, LLC (“The Motley Fool”), an affiliate of Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (“Adviser”), in 2021 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the 100 largest, most liquid U.S. companies that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters. Every company included in the Capital Efficiency 100 Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S. The Next Index is calculated and administered by Solactive AG (the “Index Calculation Agent”), which is not affiliated with the Fund, the Adviser or The Motley Fool. Additional information regarding the Next Index, including its value, is available on the websites of the Fund at www.fooletfs.com and the Index Calculation Agent, at www.solactive.com. You cannot invest directly in an index. |
** | The Russell 2000 Growth Total Return® Index measures the performance of those companies included in the Russell 2000 Index with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted earnings growth rates. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of approximately 2,000 companies with small-market capitalizations. |
MOTLEY FOOL NEXT INDEX ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (CONCLUDED)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings and sector allocations, in which the Motley Fool Next Index ETF was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top TEN Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
McKesson Corp. | 2.3% |
Trade Desk, Inc., (The) Class A | 2.2 |
Arista Networks, Inc. | 2.0 |
Corning, Inc. | 1.9 |
Cummins, Inc. | 1.6 |
Nasdaq, Inc. | 1.5 |
Cerner Corp. | 1.5 |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. | 1.4 |
Sirius XM Holdings, Inc. | 1.4 |
MongoDB, Inc. | 1.4 |
| 17.2% |
The Motley Fool Next Index ETF uses GICSSM as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments.
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Information Technology | 33.1% |
Health Care | 17.1 |
Consumer Discretionary | 16.3 |
Industrials | 11.6 |
Financials | 8.2 |
Communication Services | 7.3 |
Consumer Staples | 3.5 |
Real Estate | 1.7 |
Materials | 0.8 |
Energy | 0.2 |
| 99.8% |
Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Fund Expense Examples
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including brokerage commissions on purchases and sales of Fund shares, and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other ETFs.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period. For the Motley Fool Capital Efficiency Fund and the Motley Fool Next Index Fund the actual values and expenses are based on the 60-day period from inception on December 30, 2021 through February 28, 2022.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Examples for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in a Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
Do you know how many times a fund, or the market, has returned a smooth 5% over a long period of time? Never. But we have to pick some example. In reality, the market’s returns are always far bumpier, with the market returning 20% one year, followed by a loss of 10% the next year, followed by a 3% gain,etc. These variations affect actual expenses as well. Happily, over almost all time periods of 20 years or longer, according to the research of University of Pennsylvania’s Jeremy Siegel and others, the domestic market’s returns have been at least 5% per year on average.
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Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Fund Expense Examples (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period(1) | Annualized Expense Ratio(2) | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Returns for the Funds |
Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 825.00 | $ 4.39 | 0.97% | -17.50% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,019.98 | 4.86 | 0.97 | N/A |
Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 834.80 | $ 4.55 | 1.00% | -16.52% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,019.84 | 5.01 | 1.00 | N/A |
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 924.20 | $ 2.39 | 0.50% | -7.58% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,022.32 | 2.51 | 0.50 | N/A |
Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 779.40 | $ 3.75 | 0.85% | -22.06% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,020.58 | 4.26 | 0.85 | N/A |
Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,022.32 | $ 0.83 | 0.50% | -12.61%(3) |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 2.48 | 0.50 | N/A |
Motley Fool Next Index ETF | | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,000.00 | $ 0.82 | 0.50% | -12.44%(3) |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 2.48 | 0.50 | N/A |
(1) | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. For the Motley Fool Capital Efficiency Fund and the Motley Fool Next Index Fund the actual dollar amounts shown are expenses paid by the Funds during the period from the Funds’ inception on December 30, 2021 through February 28, 2022 multiplied by 60 days, which is the number of days from the Funds’ inception through February 28, 2022. The Fund’s ending account value in the first section in the table is based on the actual since inception total investment return for the Fund. |
(2) | For the Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF and Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF the ratios reflect expenses waived by the Funds’ investment adviser. Without these waivers, the Funds’ expenses would have been higher and the ending account values would have been lower. |
(3) | Since inception December 30, 2021. |
Motley Fool global opportunities ETF
Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 98.6% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 3.7% | | | | | | | | |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 145,864 | | | $ | 20,457,426 | |
Banks — 3.3% | | | | | | | | |
Bank of Georgia Group PLC (Georgia) | | | 285,036 | | | | 5,039,741 | |
HDFC Bank., Ltd., ADR (India)(a) | | | 204,892 | | | | 12,738,136 | |
| | | | | | | 17,777,877 | |
Biotechnology — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 43,768 | | | | 2,946,462 | |
Capital Markets — 4.3% | | | | | | | | |
Brookfield Asset Management, Inc., Class A (Canada)(a) | | | 388,956 | | | | 21,252,556 | |
Georgia Capital PLC (Georgia)* | | | 302,237 | | | | 2,274,592 | |
| | | | | | | 23,527,148 | |
Commercial Services & Supplies — 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Waste Connections, Inc. (Canada) | | | 150,732 | | | | 18,613,895 | |
Consumer Finance — 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Gentera SAB de CV (Mexico)* | | | 11,609,894 | | | | 8,741,007 | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Cellnex Telecom SA (Spain)* | | | 199,346 | | | | 9,083,737 | |
Entertainment — 3.8% | | | | | | | | |
Sea Ltd. ADR (Cayman Islands)*(a) | | | 19,450 | | | | 2,831,920 | |
Universal Music Group NV (Netherlands) | | | 510,502 | | | | 11,636,922 | |
Vivendi SA (France) | | | 510,502 | | | | 6,473,861 | |
| | | | | | | 20,942,703 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 6.3% | | | | | | | | |
American Tower Corp. (United States) | | | 43,768 | | | | 9,929,646 | |
Equinix, Inc. (United States) | | | 19,450 | | | | 13,804,249 | |
SBA Communications Corp. (United States) | | | 34,532 | | | | 10,476,663 | |
| | | | | | | 34,210,558 | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 2.1% | | | | | | | | |
Costco Wholesale Corp. (United States) | | | 22,384 | | | | 11,622,892 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool global opportunities ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 5.2% | | | | | | | | |
Medtronic PLC (Ireland) | | | 199,618 | | | $ | 20,957,894 | |
ResMed, Inc. (United States) | | | 31,120 | | | | 7,678,860 | |
| | | | | | | 28,636,754 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
NMC Health PLC (United Arab Emirates)(b) | | | 485,482 | | | | 9,769 | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure — 4.0% | | | | | | | | |
Starbucks Corp. (United States) | | | 150,732 | | | | 13,835,690 | |
Yum China Holdings, Inc. (China)(a) | | | 156,329 | | | | 8,132,235 | |
| | | | | | | 21,967,925 | |
Interactive Media & Services — 6.5% | | | | | | | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C (United States)* | | | 8,782 | | | | 23,692,255 | |
Tencent Holding Ltd. (China) | | | 219,374 | | | | 11,824,064 | |
| | | | | | | 35,516,319 | |
Internet & Direct Marketing Retail — 9.2% | | | | | | | | |
Amazon.com, Inc. (United States)* | | | 11,092 | | | | 34,066,416 | |
JD.com, Inc., Class A (Cayman Islands)* | | | 10,531 | | | | 376,236 | |
MercadoLibre, Inc. (Argentina)*(a) | | | 13,991 | | | | 15,762,960 | |
| | | | �� | | | 50,205,612 | |
IT Services — 7.3% | | | | | | | | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 83,624 | | | | 30,173,212 | |
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 85,480 | | | | 9,567,776 | |
| | | | | | | 39,740,988 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
ICON PLC (Ireland)* | | | 77,800 | | | | 18,517,178 | |
Machinery — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Fanuc Corp. (Japan) | | | 15,560 | | | | 2,863,235 | |
Media — 3.2% | | | | | | | | |
Cardlytics, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 72,932 | | | | 4,230,056 | |
Comcast Corp., Class A (United States) | | | 228,510 | | | | 10,685,127 | |
System1 Group PLC (United Kingdom)* | | | 627,180 | | | | 2,355,827 | |
| | | | | | | 17,271,010 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool global opportunities ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Management & Development — 2.5% | | | | | | | | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. (United States)* | | | 54,460 | | | $ | 13,409,141 | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment — 3.5% | | | | | | | | |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., SP ADR (Taiwan)(a) | | | 178,818 | | | | 19,135,314 | |
Software — 10.9% | | | | | | | | |
Atlassian Corp., PLC, Class A (Australia)* | | | 91,404 | | | | 27,944,031 | |
Avalara, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 38,900 | | | | 4,042,099 | |
Douzone Bizon Co., Ltd. (South Korea) | | | 124,798 | | | | 5,013,302 | |
Everbridge, Inc. (United States)(a)* | | | 110,376 | | | | 4,362,060 | |
Paycom Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 35,988 | | | | 12,207,489 | |
Splunk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 50,570 | | | | 5,972,317 | |
| | | | | | | 59,541,298 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 6.6% | | | | | | | | |
Fastenal Co. (United States) | | | 241,158 | | | | 12,409,991 | |
Watsco, Inc. (United States) | | | 87,514 | | | | 23,896,573 | |
| | | | | | | 36,306,564 | |
Transportation Infrastructure — 3.3% | | | | | | | | |
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (Philippines) | | | 4,366,915 | | | | 17,937,825 | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services — 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Safaricom PLC (Kenya) | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 1,263,065 | |
SoftBank Group Corp. (Japan) | | | 194,478 | | | | 8,669,593 | |
| | | | | | | 9,932,658 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $297,586,786) | | | | | | | 538,915,295 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral — 12.0% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12% | | | 65,451,217 | | | | 65,451,217 | |
Total Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral (Cost $65,451,217) | | | | | | | 65,451,217 | |
| | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool global opportunities ETF
Schedule of Investments (CONCLUDED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(c) | | | 6,881,880 | | | $ | 6,881,880 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $6,881,880) | | | | | | | 6,881,880 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $369,919,883) — 111.9% | | | | | | | 611,248,392 | |
Liabilities in Excess of Other Assets — (11.9)% | | | | | | | (64,800,842 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 19,356,769 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 546,447,550 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
ADR — American Depositary Receipt
PLC — Public Limited Company
SP ADR — Sponsored ADR
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $64,170,936. |
(b) | Security has been valued at fair market value using significant unobservable inputs as determined in good faith by or under the direction of The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2022, these securities amounted to $9,769 or 0.0% of net assets. |
(c) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool mid-cap growth ETF
Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 98.2% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 4.7% | | | | | | | | |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. (United States)* | | | 86,544 | | | $ | 12,137,796 | |
Air Freight & Logistics — 3.1% | | | | | | | | |
GXO Logistics, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 96,159 | | | | 8,070,625 | |
Auto Components — 6.0% | | | | | | | | |
Gentex Corp. (United States)(a) | | | 288,448 | | | | 8,731,321 | |
LCI Industries (United States)(a) | | | 53,286 | | | | 6,635,173 | |
| | | | | | | 15,366,494 | |
Automobiles — 2.4% | | | | | | | | |
Thor Industries, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 69,716 | | | | 6,309,298 | |
Banks — 4.1% | | | | | | | | |
SVB Financial Group (United States)* | | | 17,312 | | | | 10,491,072 | |
Biotechnology — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 10,584 | | | | 712,515 | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components — 3.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cognex Corp. (United States) | | | 72,120 | | | | 4,872,427 | |
IPG Photonics Corp. (United States)*(a) | | | 37,980 | | | | 4,950,693 | |
| | | | | | | 9,823,120 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 5.1% | | | | | | | | |
SBA Communications Corp. (United States) | | | 43,272 | | | | 13,128,292 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 10.9% | | | | | | | | |
Cooper Companies, Inc. (The) (United States)(a) | | | 34,040 | | | | 13,923,041 | |
Heska Corp. (United States)*(a) | | | 15,418 | | | | 2,189,356 | |
ResMed, Inc. (United States) | | | 48,564 | | | | 11,983,167 | |
| | | | | | | 28,095,564 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
HealthEquity, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 91,352 | | | | 4,906,516 | |
Health Care Technology — 2.0% | | | | | | | | |
Teladoc, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 67,312 | | | | 5,109,654 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool mid-cap growth ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Insurance — 9.2% | | | | | | | | |
Brown & Brown, Inc. (United States) | | | 192,304 | | | $ | 13,001,673 | |
Markel Corp. (United States)* | | | 8,564 | | | | 10,644,281 | |
| | | | | | | 23,645,954 | |
IT Services — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 52,888 | | | | 7,732,754 | |
Media — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cardlytics, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 33,656 | | | | 1,952,048 | |
Real Estate Management & Development — 4.4% | | | | | | | | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. (United States)* | | | 46,644 | | | | 11,484,686 | |
Road & Rail — 2.7% | | | | | | | | |
XPO Logistics, Inc. (United States)* | | | 96,159 | | | | 6,988,836 | |
Software — 21.6% | | | | | | | | |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 131,638 | | | | 8,665,730 | |
ANSYS, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 7,696 | | | | 2,494,966 | |
Avalara, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 47,112 | | | | 4,895,408 | |
Everbridge, Inc. (United States)* | | | 71,636 | | | | 2,831,055 | |
Paycom Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21,546 | | | | 7,308,619 | |
Paylocity Holding Corp. (United States)* | | | 47,353 | | | | 10,059,671 | |
Splunk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 65,392 | | | | 7,722,795 | |
Tyler Technologies, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 27,312 | | | | 11,696,637 | |
| | | | | | | 55,674,881 | |
Specialty Retail — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
Tractor Supply Co. (United States) | | | 23,856 | | | | 4,861,614 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 10.3% | | | | | | | | |
Fastenal Co. (United States) | | | 186,044 | | | | 9,573,824 | |
Watsco, Inc. (United States) | | | 62,504 | | | | 17,067,342 | |
| | | | | | | 26,641,166 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $129,042,393) | | | | | | | 253,132,885 | |
| | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool mid-cap growth ETF
Schedule of Investments (CONCLUDED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral — 20.9% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12% | | | 53,984,485 | | | $ | 53,984,485 | |
Total Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral (Cost $53,984,485) | | | | | | | 53,984,485 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(b) | | | 4,966,393 | | | | 4,966,393 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $4,966,393) | | | | | | | 4,966,393 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $187,993,271) — 121.0% | | | | | | | 312,083,763 | |
Liabilities in Excess of Other Assets — (21.0)% | | | | | | | (54,131,520 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 9,990,777 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 257,952,243 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $52,897,373. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 99.9% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 0.2 | | | | | | | | |
TransDigm Group, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 1,422 | | | $ | 947,891 | |
Air Freight & Logistics — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
FedEx Corp. (United States)(a) | | | 6,826 | | | | 1,517,215 | |
Automobiles — 4.4% | | | | | | | | |
Tesla, Inc. (United States)* | | | 25,965 | | | | 22,600,715 | |
Banks — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
SVB Financial Group (United States)* | | | 1,511 | | | | 915,666 | |
Beverages — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Monster Beverage Corp. (United States)* | | | 13,631 | | | | 1,150,456 | |
Biotechnology — 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Amgen, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 14,657 | | | | 3,319,517 | |
Biogen, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,784 | | | | 798,462 | |
Gilead Sciences, Inc. (United States) | | | 32,281 | | | | 1,949,772 | |
Moderna, Inc. (United States)* | | | 10,446 | | | | 1,604,506 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (United States)* | | | 6,550 | | | | 1,506,631 | |
| | | | | | | 9,178,888 | |
Capital Markets — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
Charles Schwab Corp., (The) (United States) | | | 48,880 | | | | 4,128,405 | |
CME Group, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 9,249 | | | | 2,187,666 | |
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (United States) | | | 14,536 | | | | 1,862,352 | |
Moody’s Corp. (United States) | | | 4,784 | | | | 1,540,592 | |
| | | | | | | 9,719,015 | |
Chemicals — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Ecolab, Inc. (United States) | | | 7,383 | | | | 1,301,328 | |
Sherwin-Williams Co., (The) (United States) | | | 6,703 | | | | 1,763,760 | |
| | | | | | | 3,065,088 | |
Commercial Services & Supplies — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Cintas Corp. (United States) | | | 2,664 | | | | 999,852 | |
Copart, Inc. (United States)* | | | 6,104 | | | | 750,060 | |
Waste Management, Inc. (United States) | | | 10,765 | | | | 1,554,466 | |
| | | | | | | 3,304,378 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Financial Services — 3.6% | | | | | | | | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B (United States)* | | | 57,787 | | | $ | 18,575,631 | |
Electric Utilities — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. (United States) | | | 50,502 | | | | 3,952,792 | |
Entertainment — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (United States) | | | 20,044 | | | | 1,633,586 | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. (United States) | | | 7,279 | | | | 946,925 | |
Netflix, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 11,429 | | | | 4,508,969 | |
ROBLOX Corp., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 14,911 | | | | 768,960 | |
Roku, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 3,462 | | | | 483,053 | |
Walt Disney Co., (The) (United States)* | | | 46,895 | | | | 6,962,032 | |
| | | | | | | 15,303,525 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
American Tower Corp. (United States) | | | 11,721 | | | | 2,659,143 | |
Crown Castle International Corp. (United States) | | | 11,135 | | | | 1,854,979 | |
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (United States) | | | 7,304 | | | | 985,456 | |
Equinix, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,316 | | | | 1,643,735 | |
| | | | | | | 7,143,313 | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Costco Wholesale Corp. (United States) | | | 11,458 | | | | 5,949,566 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Align Technology, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 2,027 | | | | 1,036,729 | |
Becton Dickinson and Co. (United States)(a) | | | 7,343 | | | | 1,992,009 | |
DexCom, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,495 | | | | 1,032,705 | |
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,185 | | | | 1,163,185 | |
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (United States)* | | | 9,194 | | | | 2,669,294 | |
ResMed, Inc. (United States) | | | 3,766 | | | | 929,261 | |
| | | | | | | 8,823,183 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
CVS Health Corp. (United States) | | | 34,263 | | | | 3,551,360 | |
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (United States) | | | 8,013 | | | | 2,005,734 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 24,300 | | | | 11,563,641 | |
| | | | | | | 17,120,735 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Health Care Technology — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 3,958 | | | $ | 906,580 | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure — 2.0% | | | | | | | | |
Airbnb, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 16,115 | | | | 2,441,262 | |
Booking Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,057 | | | | 2,296,068 | |
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (United States)* | | | 723 | | | | 1,101,382 | |
Marriott International, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 8,381 | | | | 1,425,943 | |
Starbucks Corp. (United States) | | | 30,421 | | | | 2,792,344 | |
| | | | | | | 10,056,999 | |
Industrial Conglomerates — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
3M Co. (United States) | | | 15,011 | | | | 2,231,385 | |
Roper Technologies, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 2,713 | | | | 1,216,021 | |
| | | | | | | 3,447,406 | |
Insurance — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Aflac, Inc. (United States) | | | 17,175 | | | | 1,049,221 | |
Interactive Media & Services — 12.3% | | | | | | | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C (United States)* | | | 17,075 | | | | 46,065,276 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 71,768 | | | | 15,145,201 | |
Match Group, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7,286 | | | | 812,316 | |
Twitter, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 20,610 | | | | 732,686 | |
| | | | | | | 62,755,479 | |
Internet & Direct Marketing Retail — 8.1% | | | | | | | | |
Amazon.com, Inc. (United States)* | | | 13,084 | | | | 40,184,366 | |
eBay, Inc. (United States) | | | 16,127 | | | | 880,373 | |
| | | | | | | 41,064,739 | |
IT Services — 6.3% | | | | | | | | |
Cloudflare, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 8,290 | | | | 965,122 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A (United States) | | | 13,518 | | | | 1,164,305 | |
EPAM Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,462 | | | | 303,730 | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 25,383 | | | | 9,158,694 | |
Okta, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 4,008 | | | | 732,823 | |
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 30,239 | | | | 3,384,651 | |
Snowflake, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 7,882 | | | | 2,093,932 | |
Block, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 11,883 | | | | 1,515,083 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
IT Services (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Twilio, Inc., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 4,595 | | | $ | 803,206 | |
Visa, Inc., Class A (United States)(a) | | | 54,488 | | | | 11,775,947 | |
| | | | | | | 31,897,493 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Illumina, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,023 | | | | 1,313,912 | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Kinder Morgan, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 59,416 | | | | 1,033,838 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. (United States) | | | 57,661 | | | | 3,959,581 | |
Johnson & Johnson (United States) | | | 68,356 | | | | 11,249,347 | |
| | | | | | | 15,208,928 | |
Professional Services — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
CoStar Group, Inc. (United States)* | | | 10,175 | | | | 620,777 | |
Road & Rail — 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 2,960 | | | | 929,529 | |
Uber Technologies, Inc. (United States)* | | | 49,927 | | | | 1,798,870 | |
Union Pacific Corp. (United States)(a) | | | 16,666 | | | | 4,099,002 | |
| | | | | | | 6,827,401 | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment — 4.7% | | | | | | | | |
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (United States)* | | | 0 | | | | 31 | |
Broadcom, Inc. (United States) | | | 10,652 | | | | 6,257,411 | |
Lam Research Corp. (United States)(a) | | | 3,621 | | | | 2,032,648 | |
NVIDIA Corp. (United States) | | | 64,498 | | | | 15,727,837 | |
| | | | | | | 24,017,927 | |
Software — 17.8% | | | | | | | | |
Adobe Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 12,276 | | | | 5,741,240 | |
Autodesk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,662 | | | | 1,246,942 | |
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7,141 | | | | 1,081,362 | |
Crowdstrike Holdings, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 5,908 | | | | 1,153,301 | |
Datadog, Inc., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 8,030 | | | | 1,293,713 | |
DocuSign, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,099 | | | | 603,875 | |
Fortinet, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,208 | | | | 1,449,740 | |
Intuit, Inc. (United States) | | | 7,315 | | | | 3,470,017 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Software (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Microsoft Corp. (United States) | | | 194,102 | | | $ | 57,995,737 | |
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,540 | | | | 1,509,395 | |
Salesforce.com, Inc. (United States)* | | | 25,413 | | | | 5,350,199 | |
ServiceNow, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,119 | | | | 2,968,610 | |
Synopsys, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,953 | | | | 1,234,878 | |
Unity Software, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 7,521 | | | | 800,610 | |
VMware, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 10,829 | | | | 1,270,458 | |
Workday, Inc., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 6,441 | | | | 1,475,311 | |
Zoom Video Communications, Inc., Class A (United States)*(a) | | | 7,677 | | | | 1,017,970 | |
Zscaler, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 3,610 | | | | 863,331 | |
| | | | | | | 90,526,689 | |
Specialty Retail — 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Home Depot, Inc., (The) (United States) | | | 26,941 | | | | 8,508,776 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals — 13.8% | | | | | | | | |
Apple, Inc. (United States) | | | 423,814 | | | | 69,980,168 | |
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods — 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
NIKE, Inc., Class B (United States) | | | 40,836 | | | | 5,576,156 | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
T-Mobile US, Inc. (United States)* | | | 32,226 | | | | 3,970,565 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $342,401,044) | | | | | | | 508,031,111 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Schedule of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Rights — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Altaba, Inc. - Escrow Shares (United States)*(b) | | | 8,565 | | | $ | 51,604 | |
Total Rights (Cost $21,401) | | | | | | | 51,604 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral — 9.4% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12% | | | 47,627,881 | | | | 47,627,881 | |
Total Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral (Cost $47,627,881) | | | | | | | 47,627,881 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(c) | | | 70,459 | | | | 70,459 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $70,459) | | | | | | | 70,459 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $390,120,785) — 109.3% | | | | | | | 555,781,055 | |
Liabilities in Excess of Other Assets — (9.3)% | | | | | | | (47,517,495 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 13,075,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 508,263,560 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $47,068,496. |
(b) | Security has been valued at fair market value using significant unobservable inputs as determined in good faith by or under the direction of The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2022, these securities amounted to $51,604 or 0.0% of net assets. |
(c) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Small-Cap Growth ETF
Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 88.6% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 8.4% | | | | | | | | |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. (United States)* | | | 41,204 | | | $ | 5,778,861 | |
RADA Electronic Industries Ltd. (Israel)* | | | 307,704 | | | | 4,027,845 | |
| | | | | | | 9,806,706 | |
Auto Components — 5.7% | | | | | | | | |
Fox Factory Holding Corp. (United States)*(a) | | | 26,223 | | | | 3,094,838 | |
Gentex Corp. (United States) | | | 117,648 | | | | 3,561,205 | |
| | | | | | | 6,656,043 | |
Biotechnology — 3.2% | | | | | | | | |
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (United States)* | | | 35,276 | | | | 1,238,893 | |
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 37,667 | | | | 2,535,743 | |
| | | | | | | 3,774,636 | |
Building Products — 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
Trex Co., Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 36,930 | | | | 3,391,651 | |
Diversified Consumer Services — 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
Frontdoor, Inc. (United States)* | | | 43,139 | | | | 1,296,327 | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components — 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
NLight, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 135,914 | | | | 2,215,398 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 2.7% | | | | | | | | |
STAG Industrial, Inc. (United States) | | | 79,693 | | | | 3,104,839 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 15.6% | | | | | | | | |
Globus Medical, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 66,248 | | | | 4,658,560 | |
Heska Corp. (United States)*(a) | | | 39,453 | | | | 5,602,326 | |
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 11,504 | | | | 2,937,316 | |
Penumbra, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 22,050 | | | | 4,889,367 | |
| | | | | | | 18,087,569 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
HealthEquity, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 15,472 | | | | 831,001 | |
Health Care Technology — 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Schrodinger, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 31,761 | | | | 1,104,012 | |
Insurance — 3.2% | | | | | | | | |
Goosehead Insurance, Inc., Class A (United States)(a) | | | 43,008 | | | | 3,740,836 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Small-Cap Growth ETF
Schedule of Investments (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Machinery — 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
John Bean Technologies Corp. (United States) | | | 26,186 | | | $ | 2,968,707 | |
Media — 2.5% | | | | | | | | |
Cardlytics, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 50,666 | | | | 2,938,628 | |
Real Estate Management & Development — 8.0% | | | | | | | | |
Howard Hughes Corp., (The) (United States)*(a) | | | 47,046 | | | | 4,496,657 | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. (United States)* | | | 9,853 | | | | 2,426,005 | |
Newmark Group, Inc., Class A (United States)(a) | | | 133,513 | | | | 2,360,510 | |
| | | | | | | 9,283,172 | |
Road & Rail — 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
Landstar System, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 21,750 | | | | 3,358,418 | |
Software — 20.8% | | | | | | | | |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 87,502 | | | | 5,760,257 | |
Everbridge, Inc. (United States)* | | | 40,586 | | | | 1,603,959 | |
Paylocity Holding Corp. (United States)* | | | 20,221 | | | | 4,295,749 | |
Ping Identity Holding Corp. (United States)* | | | 183,130 | | | | 3,853,055 | |
Q2 Holdings, Inc. (United States)*(a) | | | 54,300 | | | | 3,532,215 | |
Smartsheet, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 63,799 | | | | 3,392,193 | |
Upland Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 88,858 | | | | 1,675,862 | |
| | | | | | | 24,113,290 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 5.4% | | | | | | | | |
Watsco, Inc. (United States)(a) | | | 22,800 | | | | 6,225,768 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $101,488,306) | | | | | | | 102,897,001 | |
| | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Small-Cap Growth ETF
Schedule of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral — 29.3% | | | | | | | | |
Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC, 0.12% | | | 34,085,831 | | | $ | 34,085,831 | |
Total Investments Purchased with Proceeds from Securities Lending Collateral (Cost $34,085,831) | | | | | | | 34,085,831 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 11.5% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(b) | | | 13,337,010 | | | | 13,337,010 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $13,337,010) | | | | | | | 13,337,010 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $148,911,147) — 129.4% | | | | | | | 150,319,842 | |
Liabilities in Excess of Other Assets — (29.4)% | | | | | | | (34,143,690 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 3,750,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 116,176,152 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | All or a portion of the security is on loan. At February 28, 2022, the market value of securities on loan was $33,206,822. |
(b) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 99.3% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
AeroVironment, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7 | | | $ | 497 | |
Beverages — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Boston Beer Co Inc., Class A (The) (United States)* | | | 7 | | | | 2,684 | |
Monster Beverage Corp. (United States)* | | | 259 | | | | 21,860 | |
| | | | | | | 24,544 | |
Biotechnology — 3.1% | | | | | | | | |
Amgen, Inc. (United States) | | | 232 | | | | 52,543 | |
Biogen, Inc. (United States)* | | | 63 | | | | 13,294 | |
Exact Sciences Corp. (United States)* | | | 56 | | | | 4,371 | |
Exelixis, Inc. (United States)* | | | 133 | | | | 2,731 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (United States)* | | | 99 | | | | 22,772 | |
| | | | | | | 95,711 | |
Capital Markets — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
MarketAxess Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 14 | | | | 5,340 | |
PJT Partners, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 7 | | | | 447 | |
| | | | | | | 5,787 | |
Chemicals — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Balchem Corp. (United States) | | | 11 | | | | 1,522 | |
Ecolab, Inc. (United States) | | | 109 | | | | 19,212 | |
RPM International, Inc. (United States) | | | 56 | | | | 4,736 | |
| | | | | | | 25,470 | |
Commercial Services & Supplies — 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Cintas Corp. (United States) | | | 42 | | | | 15,763 | |
Copart, Inc. (United States)* | | | 91 | | | | 11,182 | |
Waste Management, Inc. (United States) | | | 154 | | | | 22,238 | |
| | | | | | | 49,183 | |
Construction & Engineering — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
MasTec, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21 | | | | 1,654 | |
Consumer Finance — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 35 | | | | 5,530 | |
Distributors — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
LKQ Corp. (United States) | | | 126 | | | | 5,916 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Cognex Corp. (United States) | | | 63 | | | $ | 4,256 | |
National Instruments Corp. (United States) | | | 63 | | | | 2,529 | |
Zebra Technologies Corp., Class A (United States)* | | | 28 | | | | 11,574 | |
| | | | | | | 18,359 | |
Entertainment — 3.3% | | | | | | | | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (United States) | | | 323 | | | | 26,325 | |
Netflix, Inc. (United States)* | | | 172 | | | | 67,857 | |
Skillz, Inc. (United States)* | | | 336 | | | | 1,045 | |
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 42 | | | | 6,804 | |
| | | | | | | 102,031 | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 3.5% | | | | | | | | |
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (United States) | | | 17 | | | | 3,197 | |
Costco Wholesale Corp. (United States) | | | 200 | | | | 103,850 | |
| | | | | | | 107,047 | |
Food Products — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Darling Ingredients, Inc. (United States)* | | | 56 | | | | 4,059 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
ABIOMED, Inc. (United States)* | | | 17 | | | | 5,283 | |
Globus Medical, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 35 | | | | 2,461 | |
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (United States)* | | | 50 | | | | 26,617 | |
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (United States)* | | | 135 | | | | 39,195 | |
ResMed, Inc. (United States) | | | 63 | | | | 15,545 | |
| | | | | | | 89,101 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 7.1% | | | | | | | | |
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (United States) | | | 145 | | | | 36,295 | |
McKesson Corp. (United States) | | | 56 | | | | 15,398 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 347 | | | | 165,127 | |
| | | | | | | 216,820 | |
Health Care Technology — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Cerner Corp. (United States) | | | 161 | | | | 15,013 | |
Doximity, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 126 | | | | 7,730 | |
Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 64 | | | | 14,659 | |
| | | | | | | 37,402 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Wingstop, Inc. (United States) | | | 14 | | | $ | 2,035 | |
Household Durables — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
iRobot Corp. (United States)* | | | 7 | | | | 435 | |
Meritage Homes Corp. (United States)* | | | 14 | | | | 1,380 | |
NVR, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1 | | | | 4,959 | |
| | | | | | | 6,774 | |
Industrial Conglomerates — 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
3M Co. (United States) | | | 219 | | | | 32,554 | |
Interactive Media & Services — 9.1% | | | | | | | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C (United States)* | | | 59 | | | | 159,171 | |
Bumble, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 98 | | | | 2,512 | |
Facebook, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 516 | | | | 108,891 | |
Pinterest, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 238 | | | | 6,367 | |
| | | | | | | 276,941 | |
Internet & Direct Marketing Retail — 5.7% | | | | | | | | |
Amazon.com, Inc. (United States)* | | | 50 | | | | 153,563 | |
eBay, Inc. (United States) | | | 231 | | | | 12,610 | |
Etsy, Inc. (United States)* | | | 56 | | | | 8,674 | |
| | | | | | | 174,847 | |
IT Services — 11.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A (United States) | | | 231 | | | | 19,896 | |
EPAM Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21 | | | | 4,363 | |
GoDaddy, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 63 | | | | 5,255 | |
Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (United States) | | | 28 | | | | 4,950 | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 424 | | | | 152,987 | |
Visa, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 807 | | | | 174,409 | |
| | | | | | | 361,860 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Illumina, Inc. (United States)* | | | 52 | | | | 16,983 | |
Machinery — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Cummins, Inc. (United States) | | | 50 | | | | 10,206 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Media — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
New York Times Co., Class A (The) (United States) | | | 63 | | | $ | 2,771 | |
Sirius XM Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,897 | | | | 11,686 | |
| | | | | | | 14,457 | |
Multiline Retail — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21 | | | | 907 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 5.4% | | | | | | | | |
Johnson & Johnson (United States) | | | 1,010 | | | | 166,216 | |
Professional Services — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Upwork, Inc. (United States)* | | | 49 | | | | 1,239 | |
Real Estate Management & Development — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Zillow Group, Inc., Class C (United States)* | | | 84 | | | | 4,832 | |
Road & Rail — 2.5% | | | | | | | | |
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (United States) | | | 53 | | | | 16,643 | |
Union Pacific Corp. (United States) | | | 242 | | | | 59,520 | |
| | | | | | | 76,163 | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment — 6.4% | | | | | | | | |
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (United States)* | | | 0 | | | | 55 | |
Cirrus Logic, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21 | | | | 1,824 | |
Lam Research Corp. (United States) | | | 60 | | | | 33,681 | |
NVIDIA Corp. (United States) | | | 607 | | | | 148,017 | |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (United States) | | | 63 | | | | 8,705 | |
Universal Display Corp. (United States) | | | 14 | | | | 2,169 | |
| | | | | | | 194,451 | |
Software — 16.0% | | | | | | | | |
Adobe Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 249 | | | | 116,452 | |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 14 | | | | 922 | |
Appfolio, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 14 | | | | 1,584 | |
Autodesk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 105 | | | | 23,124 | |
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 140 | | | | 21,200 | |
Fair Isaac Corp. (United States)* | | | 15 | | | | 7,068 | |
Fortinet, Inc. (United States)* | | | 74 | | | | 25,495 | |
Microsoft Corp. (United States) | | | 527 | | | | 157,462 | |
Paycom Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 21 | | | | 7,123 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Software (continued) | | | | | | | | |
ServiceNow, Inc. (United States)* | | | 88 | | | $ | 51,033 | |
Synopsys, Inc. (United States)* | | | 70 | | | | 21,867 | |
UiPath, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 217 | | | | 7,532 | |
VMware, Inc., Class A (United States) | | | 147 | | | | 17,246 | |
Workday, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 112 | | | | 25,654 | |
Zendesk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 42 | | | | 4,900 | |
| | | | | | | 488,662 | |
Specialty Retail — 5.0% | | | | | | | | |
Home Depot, Inc. (The) (United States) | | | 432 | | | | 136,439 | |
RH (United States)* | | | 10 | | | | 4,019 | |
Sleep Number Corp. (United States)* | | | 7 | | | | 460 | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (United States)* | | | 22 | | | | 8,239 | |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (United States) | | | 32 | | | | 4,635 | |
Winmark Corp. (United States) | | | 1 | | | | 226 | |
| | | | | | | 154,018 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals — 5.5% | | | | | | | | |
Apple, Inc. (United States) | | | 992 | | | | 163,799 | |
Pure Storage, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 119 | | | | 3,087 | |
| | | | | | | 166,886 | |
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
NIKE, Inc., Class B (United States) | | | 651 | | | | 88,894 | |
Under Armour, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 182 | | | | 3,256 | |
| | | | | | | 92,150 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Watsco, Inc. (United States) | | | 17 | | | | 4,642 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $3,212,751) | | | | | | | 3,035,934 | |
| | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Schedule of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(a) | | | 10,571 | | | $ | 10,571 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $10,571) | | | | | | | 10,571 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $3,223,322) — 99.6% | | | | | | | 3,046,505 | |
Other Assets in Excess of Liabilities — 0.4% | | | | | | | 12,038 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 175,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 3,058,543 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Schedule of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks — 99.8% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense — 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
AeroVironment, Inc. (United States)* | | | 432 | | | $ | 30,694 | |
Axon Enterprise, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,261 | | | | 176,855 | |
HEICO Corp. (United States) | | | 2,340 | | | | 345,174 | |
Textron, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,072 | | | | 297,785 | |
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,705 | | | | 45,544 | |
| | | | | | | 896,052 | |
Airlines — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,299 | | | | 129,066 | |
Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 936 | | | | 17,952 | |
JetBlue Airways Corp. (United States)* | | | 5,850 | | | | 89,330 | |
| | | | | | | 236,348 | |
Auto Components — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
BorgWarner, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,446 | | | | 182,331 | |
Banks — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Western Alliance Bancorp (United States) | | | 1,897 | | | | 177,825 | |
Beverages — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Boston Beer Co. Inc., (The) (United States)* | | | 226 | | | | 86,662 | |
Celsius Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,364 | | | | 87,146 | |
| | | | | | | 173,808 | |
Biotechnology — 5.3% | | | | | | | | |
2seventy bio, Inc. (United States)* | | | 390 | | | | 5,788 | |
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,203 | | | | 347,744 | |
AnaptysBio, Inc. (United States)* | | | 495 | | | | 15,132 | |
BioMarin Pharmaceutical, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,383 | | | | 264,280 | |
Bluebird Bio, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,248 | | | | 7,538 | |
Editas Medicine, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,248 | | | | 21,366 | |
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. (United States)* | | | 975 | | | | 40,345 | |
Exact Sciences Corp. (United States)* | | | 3,198 | | | | 249,636 | |
Exelixis, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,850 | | | | 120,100 | |
Invitae Corp. (United States)* | | | 4,134 | | | | 44,606 | |
Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,600 | | | | 86,788 | |
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,742 | | | | 156,554 | |
Seagen, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,374 | | | | 434,807 | |
| | | | | | | 1,794,684 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Building Products — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Trex Co., Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,122 | | | $ | 194,885 | |
Capital Markets — 5.1% | | | | | | | | |
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 752 | | | | 104,047 | |
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,966 | | | | 230,592 | |
FactSet Research Systems, Inc. (United States) | | | 698 | | | | 283,451 | |
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,809 | | | | 119,719 | |
Jefferies Financial Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,581 | | | | 162,809 | |
MarketAxess Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 702 | | | | 267,764 | |
Nasdaq, Inc. (United States) | | | 3,095 | | | | 529,709 | |
PJT Partners, Inc. (United States) | | | 428 | | | | 27,315 | |
| | | | | | | 1,725,406 | |
Chemicals — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Balchem Corp. (United States) | | | 599 | | | | 82,866 | |
RPM International, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,411 | | | | 203,898 | |
| | | | | | | 286,764 | |
Commercial Services & Supplies — 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Rollins, Inc. (United States) | | | 9,126 | | | | 297,781 | |
Communications Equipment — 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
Arista Networks, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,694 | | | | 698,825 | |
Ubiquiti, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,159 | | | | 294,258 | |
| | | | | | | 993,083 | |
Construction & Engineering — 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
MasTec, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,336 | | | | 105,223 | |
Consumer Finance — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,505 | | | | 237,775 | |
Distributors — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
LKQ Corp. (United States) | | | 5,382 | | | | 252,685 | |
Diversified Consumer Services — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
2U, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,371 | | | | 14,396 | |
Chegg, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,652 | | | | 82,928 | |
Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (United States)* | | | 722 | | | | 62,691 | |
| | | | | | | 160,015 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Bandwidth, Inc. (United States)* | | | 468 | | | $ | 14,297 | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components — 5.5% | | | | | | | | |
Cognex Corp. (United States) | | | 3,276 | | | | 221,327 | |
Coherent, Inc. (United States)* | | | 457 | | | | 120,794 | |
Corning, Inc. (United States) | | | 15,901 | | | | 642,400 | |
II-VI, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,960 | | | | 136,142 | |
IPG Photonics Corp. (United States)* | | | 987 | | | | 128,655 | |
Littelfuse, Inc. (United States) | | | 457 | | | | 118,002 | |
National Instruments Corp. (United States) | | | 2,433 | | | | 97,685 | |
Zebra Technologies Corp. (United States)* | | | 989 | | | | 408,793 | |
| | | | | | | 1,873,798 | |
Energy Equipment & Services — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Oceaneering International, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,794 | | | | 26,264 | |
Entertainment — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,070 | | | | 491,738 | |
Skillz, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7,566 | | | | 23,530 | |
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,028 | | | | 328,536 | |
Zynga, Inc. (United States)* | | | 20,748 | | | | 188,392 | |
| | | | | | | 1,032,196 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. (United States) | | | 2,225 | | | | 40,406 | |
STAG Industrial, Inc. (United States) | | | 3,232 | | | | 125,919 | |
| | | | | | | 166,325 | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (United States) | | | 688 | | | | 129,399 | |
Food Products — 2.4% | | | | | | | | |
Beyond Meat, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,170 | | | | 54,733 | |
Darling Ingredients, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,985 | | | | 216,353 | |
Freshpet, Inc. (United States)* | | | 795 | | | | 75,708 | |
McCormick & Co., Inc. (United States) | | | 4,937 | | | | 469,854 | |
| | | | | | | 816,648 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 3.5% | | | | | | | | |
ABIOMED, Inc. (United States)* | | | 842 | | | | 261,643 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Globus Medical, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 1,872 | | | $ | 131,639 | |
Insulet Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,276 | | | | 337,744 | |
Masimo Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,019 | | | | 160,442 | |
NuVasive, Inc. (United States)* | | | 950 | | | | 51,414 | |
Quidel Corp. (United States)* | | | 771 | | | | 81,564 | |
Shockwave Medical, Inc. (United States)* | | | 643 | | | | 113,959 | |
STAAR Surgical Co. (United States)* | | | 873 | | | | 69,246 | |
| | | | | | | 1,207,651 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 3.2% | | | | | | | | |
Fulgent Genetics, Inc. (United States)* | | | 546 | | | | 34,016 | |
Guardant Health, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,872 | | | | 124,057 | |
HealthEquity, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,524 | | | | 81,854 | |
McKesson Corp. (United States) | | | 2,822 | | | | 775,937 | |
Progyny, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,661 | | | | 65,377 | |
| | | | | | | 1,081,241 | |
Health Care Technology — 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Cerner Corp. (United States) | | | 5,460 | | | | 509,145 | |
Doximity, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,458 | | | | 212,149 | |
GoodRx Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7,410 | | | | 203,034 | |
Teladoc, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,964 | | | | 224,997 | |
| | | | | | | 1,149,325 | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure — 2.2% | | | | | | | | |
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc. (United States)* | | | 883 | | | | 38,269 | |
Hyatt Hotels Corp. (United States)* | | | 2,028 | | | | 196,939 | |
Planet Fitness, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,521 | | | | 128,722 | |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,275 | | | | 121,010 | |
Vail Resorts, Inc. (United States) | | | 749 | | | | 195,152 | |
Wingstop, Inc. (United States) | | | 550 | | | | 79,943 | |
| | | | | | | 760,035 | |
Household Durables — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
iRobot Corp. (United States)* | | | 488 | | | | 30,334 | |
Meritage Homes Corp. (United States)* | | | 691 | | | | 68,119 | |
NVR, Inc. (United States)* | | | 65 | | | | 322,298 | |
| | | | | | | 420,751 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Household Products — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 766 | | | $ | 71,070 | |
Insurance — 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 422 | | | | 88,519 | |
Lemonade, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,123 | | | | 28,580 | |
Markel Corp. (United States)* | | | 253 | | | | 314,456 | |
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 262 | | | | 21,861 | |
Trupanion, Inc. (United States)* | | | 731 | | | | 65,520 | |
| | | | | | | 518,936 | |
Interactive Media & Services — 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
Bumble, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,374 | | | | 60,846 | |
Eventbrite, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,716 | | | | 25,929 | |
fuboTV, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,730 | | | | 23,341 | |
Pinterest, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 12,090 | | | | 323,407 | |
| | | | | | | 433,523 | |
Internet & Direct Marketing Retail — 3.1% | | | | | | | | |
Chewy, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 7,722 | | | | 364,015 | |
Etsy, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,345 | | | | 363,217 | |
RealReal Inc., (The) (United States)* | | | 1,716 | | | | 15,290 | |
Stitch Fix, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,991 | | | | 24,987 | |
Wayfair, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 1,935 | | | | 272,583 | |
| | | | | | | 1,040,092 | |
IT Services — 6.4% | | | | | | | | |
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,203 | | | | 322,100 | |
DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,028 | | | | 120,301 | |
Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (United States)* | | | 978 | | | | 125,409 | |
Fastly, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,184 | | | | 40,622 | |
Gartner, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,522 | | | | 426,799 | |
GoDaddy, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,065 | | | | 255,652 | |
Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,370 | | | | 242,216 | |
MongoDB, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,235 | | | | 471,758 | |
TaskUS, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,794 | | | | 51,524 | |
WEX, Inc. (United States)* | | | 830 | | | | 139,863 | |
| | | | | | | 2,196,244 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Leisure Products — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Hasbro, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,559 | | | $ | 248,351 | |
Peloton Interactive, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 6,084 | | | | 176,801 | |
| | | | | | | 425,152 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
10X Genomics, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,054 | | | | 167,339 | |
Repligen Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,020 | | | | 200,634 | |
| | | | | | | 367,973 | |
Machinery — 4.0% | | | | | | | | |
Chart Industries, Inc. (United States)* | | | 673 | | | | 97,181 | |
Cummins, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,663 | | | | 543,572 | |
Middleby Corp., (The) (United States)* | | | 1,024 | | | | 181,883 | |
Proto Labs, Inc. (United States)* | | | 495 | | | | 27,834 | |
Tennant Co. (United States) | | | 332 | | | | 26,155 | |
Toro Co., (The) (United States) | | | 1,934 | | | | 181,428 | |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. (United States) | | | 3,449 | | | | 320,136 | |
| | | | | | | 1,378,189 | |
Media — 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Boston Omaha Corp. (United States)* | | | 546 | | | | 15,283 | |
Discovery, Inc. (United States)* | | | 12,558 | | | | 351,247 | |
Magnite, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,418 | | | | 35,255 | |
New York Times Co., (The) (United States) | | | 3,078 | | | | 135,401 | |
Sirius XM Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 76,782 | | | | 472,977 | |
| | | | | | | 1,010,163 | |
Multiline Retail — 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,170 | | | | 50,521 | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels — 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (United States)* | | | 4,134 | | | | 30,054 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Viatris, Inc. (United States) | | | 22,464 | | | | 247,329 | |
Professional Services — 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Robert Half International, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,028 | | | | 243,948 | |
Upwork, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,340 | | | | 59,155 | |
| | | | | | | 303,103 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Schedule of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Management & Development — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Opendoor Technologies, Inc. (United States)* | | | 11,388 | | | $ | 95,090 | |
Redfin Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,950 | | | | 42,178 | |
Zillow Group, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,680 | | | | 269,194 | |
| | | | | | | 406,462 | |
Road & Rail — 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
AMERCO (United States) | | | 363 | | | | 209,673 | |
XPO Logistics, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,118 | | | | 153,936 | |
| | | | | | | 363,609 | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment — 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
Cirrus Logic, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,042 | | | | 90,519 | |
First Solar, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,962 | | | | 147,719 | |
Impinj, Inc. (United States)* | | | 430 | | | | 29,562 | |
Silicon Laboratories, Inc. (United States)* | | | 744 | | | | 114,360 | |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (United States) | | | 3,074 | | | | 424,735 | |
Universal Display Corp. (United States) | | | 867 | | | | 134,307 | |
| | | | | | | 941,202 | |
Software — 15.1% | | | | | | | | |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 902 | | | | 59,379 | |
Alteryx, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,248 | | | | 77,750 | |
Anaplan, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,730 | | | | 129,320 | |
Appfolio, Inc. (United States)* | | | 636 | | | | 71,957 | |
Appian Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,293 | | | | 78,821 | |
Asana, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,445 | | | | 188,752 | |
Avalara, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,592 | | | | 165,425 | |
Blackbaud, Inc. (United States)* | | | 858 | | | | 53,616 | |
Blackline, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,060 | | | | 79,829 | |
Cerence, Inc. (United States)* | | | 702 | | | | 25,349 | |
Coupa Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,382 | | | | 167,236 | |
Fair Isaac Corp. (United States)* | | | 506 | | | | 238,422 | |
Five9, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,256 | | | | 138,160 | |
HubSpot, Inc. (United States)* | | | 875 | | | | 459,375 | |
LivePerson, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,326 | | | | 26,891 | |
MicroStrategy, Inc. (United States)* | | | 194 | | | | 85,942 | |
New Relic, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,196 | | | | 79,223 | |
Nutanix, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,003 | | | | 106,880 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Software (continued) | | | | | | | | |
PagerDuty, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,581 | | | $ | 53,469 | |
Paycom Software, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,073 | | | | 363,972 | |
Pegasystems, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,501 | | | | 130,767 | |
Q2 Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,038 | | | | 67,522 | |
Smartsheet, Inc., Class A (United States)* | | | 2,340 | | | | 124,418 | |
Splunk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,939 | | | | 347,096 | |
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,698 | | | | 352,209 | |
Trade Desk, Inc., (The) Class A (United States)* | | | 8,892 | | | | 758,666 | |
UiPath, Inc. (United States)* | | | 9,750 | | | | 338,423 | |
Varonis Systems, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,974 | | | | 86,066 | |
Zendesk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,237 | | | | 260,991 | |
Zuora, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,340 | | | | 35,521 | |
| | | | | | | 5,151,447 | |
Specialty Retail — 5.6% | | | | | | | | |
Camping World Holdings, Inc. (United States) | | | 812 | | | | 24,936 | |
CarMax, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,988 | | | | 326,678 | |
Designer Brands, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,326 | | | | 17,304 | |
Five Below, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,029 | | | | 168,355 | |
GameStop Corp. (United States)* | | | 1,404 | | | | 173,169 | |
RH (United States)* | | | 395 | | | | 158,739 | |
Sleep Number Corp. (United States)* | | | 409 | | | | 26,871 | |
Tractor Supply Co. (United States) | | | 2,116 | | | | 431,220 | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,002 | | | | 375,249 | |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,346 | | | | 194,982 | |
Winmark Corp. (United States) | | | 78 | | | | 17,645 | |
| | | | | | | 1,915,148 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Pure Storage, Inc. (United States)* | | | 5,382 | | | | 139,609 | |
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods — 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Carter’s, Inc. (United States) | | | 780 | | | | 75,410 | |
Skechers USA, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,886 | | | | 132,698 | |
Under Armour, Inc. (United States)* | | | 8,112 | | | | 145,124 | |
| | | | | | | 353,232 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL next index ETF
Schedule of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value (Note 2) | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Thrifts & Mortgage Finance — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Axos Financial, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,092 | | | $ | 59,776 | |
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (United States) | | | 596 | | | | 82,457 | |
| | | | | | | 142,233 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Watsco, Inc. (United States) | | | 663 | | | | 181,039 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $35,056,848) | | | | | | | 34,058,925 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(a) | | | 279,672 | | | | 279,672 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $279,672) | | | | | | | 279,672 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $35,336,520) — 100.6% | | | | | | | 34,338,597 | |
Liabilities in Excess of Other Assets — (0.6)% | | | | | | | (191,555 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 1,950,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 34,147,042 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Statements of Assets and Liabilities
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF(1) | | | Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF(1) | | | Motley Fool 100 Index ETF | | | Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value^ (cost $297,586,786, $129,042,393, $342,422,445, $101,488,306, $3,212,752 and $35,056,848 respectively)^ | | $ | 538,915,295 | | | $ | 253,132,885 | | | $ | 508,082,715 | | | $ | 102,897,001 | |
Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending collateral (cost $65,451,217, $53,984,485, $47,627,881, $34,085,831, $3,212,752 and $35,056,848 respectively) | | | 65,451,217 | | | | 53,984,485 | | | | 47,627,881 | | | | 34,085,831 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $6,881,880, $4,966,393, $70,459, $13,337,010, $10,571 and $279,672 respectively) | | | 6,881,880 | | | | 4,966,393 | | | | 70,459 | | | | 13,337,010 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and tax reclaims | | | 1,119,719 | | | | 104,125 | | | | 328,247 | | | | 20,625 | |
Investments sold | | | 1,321,088 | | | | 627,165 | | | | 953,179 | | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | — | | | | — | | | | 971,823 | | | | — | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 41,847 | | | | 31,801 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total assets | | | 613,731,046 | | | | 312,846,854 | | | | 558,034,304 | | | | 150,340,467 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Securities lending collateral (see Note 7) | | | 65,451,217 | | | | 53,984,485 | | | | 47,627,881 | | | | 34,085,831 | |
Advisory fees | | | 365,900 | | | | 170,765 | | | | 198,107 | | | | 78,484 | |
Shares of beneficial interest redeemed | | | 1,411,020 | | | | 641,338 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Shareholder service fee | | | 39,256 | | | | 77,421 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Investments purchased | | | — | | | | — | | | | 975,823 | | | | — | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | — | | | | — | | | | 968,933 | | | | — | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 16,103 | | | | 20,602 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total liabilities | | | 67,283,496 | | | | 54,894,611 | | | | 49,770,744 | | | | 34,164,315 | |
Net assets | | $ | 546,447,550 | | | $ | 257,952,243 | | | $ | 508,263,560 | | | $ | 116,176,152 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 19,357 | | | $ | 9,991 | | | $ | 13,075 | | | $ | 3,750 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 287,915,030 | | | | 128,991,185 | | | | 338,771,524 | | | | 104,851,669 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | 258,513,163 | | | | 128,951,067 | | | | 169,478,961 | | | | 11,320,733 | |
Net assets | | $ | 546,447,550 | | | $ | 257,952,243 | | | $ | 508,263,560 | | | $ | 116,176,152 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 19,356,769 | | | | 9,990,777 | | | | 13,075,000 | | | | 3,750,000 | |
Net asset value, price per share | | | 28.23 | | | | 25.82 | | | | 38.87 | | | | 30.98 | |
^ Includes market value of securities on loan | | $ | 64,170,936 | | | $ | 52,897,373 | | | $ | 47,068,496 | | | $ | 33,206,822 | |
(1) | Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Statements of Assets and Liabilities (concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF | | | Motley Fool Next Index ETF | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value (cost $3,212,751 and $35,056,848 respectively)^ | | $ | 3,035,934 | | | $ | 34,058,925 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $10,571 and $279,672 respectively) | | | 10,571 | | | | 279,672 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | |
Dividends and tax reclaims | | | 2,555 | | | | 21,566 | |
Capital shares sold | | | 436,935 | | | | — | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | | | | | | |
Total assets | | | 3,485,995 | | | | 34,360,163 | |
| | | | | | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 937 | | | | 10,461 | |
Investments purchased | | | 426,515 | | | | 202,660 | |
Total liabilities | | | 427,452 | | | | 213,121 | |
Net assets | | $ | 3,058,543 | | | $ | 34,147,042 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 175 | | | $ | 1,950 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 3,234,070 | | | | 35,116,523 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (175,702 | ) | | | (971,431 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 3,058,543 | | | $ | 34,147,042 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 175,000 | | | | 1,950,000 | |
Net asset value, price per share | | | 17.48 | | | | 17.51 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Statements of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF | | | Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF | | | Motley Fool 100 Index ETF | | | Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends | | $ | 18,104,578 | | | $ | 836,694 | | | $ | 1,636,170 | | | $ | 244,628 | |
Less foreign taxes withheld | | | (2,413,688 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Securities lending income | | | 424,460 | | | | 14,911 | | | | 22,223 | | | | 16,494 | |
Total investment income | | | 16,115,350 | | | | 851,605 | | | | 1,658,393 | | | | 261,122 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 3) | | | 2,708,761 | | | | 1,289,545 | | | | 1,341,198 | | | | 675,996 | |
Shareholder service fees | | | 160,693 | | | | 116,039 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Administration and accounting services fees | | | 56,262 | | | | 29,361 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Transfer agent fees and shareholder account services | | | 49,616 | | | | 25,781 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Officer fees | | | 20,500 | | | | 9,946 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Director fees | | | 19,473 | | | | 9,313 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Legal fees | | | 16,748 | | | | 7,703 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Custodian fees | | | 14,994 | | | | 2,363 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 13,846 | | | | 7,435 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 11,016 | | | | 10,674 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 5,081 | | | | 5,838 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Other expenses | | | 14,396 | | | | 22,185 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total expenses | | | 3,091,386 | | | | 1,536,183 | | | | 1,341,198 | | | | 675,996 | |
Expense fees waived/reimbursed net of amount recaptured | | | (8,459 | ) | | | (20,654 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net expenses after waivers/reimbursements | | | 3,082,927 | | | | 1,515,529 | | | | 1,341,198 | | | | 675,996 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 13,032,423 | | | | (663,924 | ) | | | 317,195 | | | | (414,874 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | 20,561,838 | | | | 9,494,416 | | | | (1,088,536 | ) | | | (1,006,760 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | (12,782 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Redemption in-kind | | | — | | | | — | | | | 7,266,079 | | | | 11,942,756 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | (153,054,123 | ) | | | (61,992,036 | ) | | | (49,720,634 | ) | | | (49,203,384 | ) |
Foreign currency translation | | | (38,785 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) | | | (132,543,852 | ) | | | (52,497,620 | ) | | | (43,543,091 | ) | | | (38,267,388 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (119,511,429 | ) | | $ | (53,161,544 | ) | | $ | (43,225,896 | ) | | $ | (38,682,262 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool Asset Management ETFs
Statements of Operations (CONCLUDED)
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF | | | Motley Fool Next Index ETF | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | |
Dividends | | $ | 3,315 | | | $ | 42,034 | |
Total investment income | | | 3,315 | | | | 42,034 | |
| | | | | | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 3) | | | 1,422 | | | | 15,121 | |
Total expenses | | | 1,422 | | | | 15,121 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 1,893 | | | | 26,913 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | (778 | ) | | | (421 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | (176,817 | ) | | | (997,923 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) | | | (177,595 | ) | | | (998,344 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (175,702 | ) | | $ | (971,431 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Global Opportunities ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
OPERATIONS | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 13,032,423 | | | $ | (1,529,228 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency transactions | | | 20,549,056 | | | | 40,352,385 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments, foreign currency translation and assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies | | | (153,092,908 | ) | | | 127,446,258 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (119,511,429 | ) | | | 166,269,415 | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | — | | | | (29,627,168 | ) |
Institutional Shares | | | (48,049,079 | ) | | | (8,731,295 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (48,049,079 | ) | | | (38,358,463 | ) |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 6,639,475 | | | | 38,245,067 | |
Reinvestment of dividends | | | 34,320,337 | | | | 28,940,492 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (21,247,190 | ) | | | (70,627,638 | ) |
Shares redeemed from exchange to Institutional Shares(1) | | | (458,662,430 | ) | | | — | |
Total from Investor Shares | | | (438,949,808 | ) | | | (3,442,079 | ) |
Institutional Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 1,095,106,394 | | | | 26,065,853 | |
Proceeds from Investor Shares exchange(1) | | | 458,662,430 | | | | — | |
Reinvestment of dividends | | | 12,058,120 | | | | 8,440,970 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,114,443,130 | ) | | | (7,360,393 | ) |
Total from Institutional Shares | | | 451,383,814 | | | | 27,146,430 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 12,434,006 | | | | 23,704,351 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (155,126,502 | ) | | | 151,615,303 | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | $ | 701,574,052 | | | $ | 549,958,749 | |
End of period | | $ | 546,447,550 | | | $ | 701,574,052 | |
(1) | Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Global Opportunities ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets (CONCLUDED)
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 186,937 | | | | 1,169,191 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 1,111,050 | | | | 908,079 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (602,054 | ) | | | (2,183,641 | ) |
Shares exchanged into Institutional Shares(1) | | | (14,826,857 | ) | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | (16,161,743 | ) | | | (106,371 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Institutional Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 34,793,590 | | | | 806,765 | |
Shares exchanged from Investor Shares(1) | | | 14,826,857 | | | | — | |
Shares reinvested | | | 387,405 | | | | 263,533 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (20,726,055 | ) | | | (225,516 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | 29,282,113 | | | | 844,782 | |
(1) | Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Mid-Cap Growth ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
OPERATIONS | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (663,924 | ) | | $ | (1,276,392 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments and foreign currency transactions | | | 9,494,416 | | | | 27,656,516 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments, foreign currency translation, and assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies | | | (61,992,036 | ) | | | 41,096,995 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (53,161,544 | ) | | | 67,477,119 | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | — | | | | (28,230,758 | ) |
Institutional Shares | | | (20,813,933 | ) | | | (4,600,549 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (20,813,933 | ) | | | (32,831,307 | ) |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 3,027,966 | | | | 13,864,720 | |
Reinvestment of dividends | | | 16,919,946 | | | | 27,593,542 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (9,950,531 | ) | | | (44,985,080 | ) |
Shares redeemed from exchange to Institutional Shares(1) | | | (250,832,842 | ) | | | — | |
Total from Investor Shares | | | (240,835,458 | ) | | | (3,526,818 | ) |
Institutional Shares(1) | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 552,285,093 | | | | 7,535,394 | |
Proceeds from Investor Shares exchange(1) | | | 250,832,842 | | | | — | |
Reinvestment of dividends | | | 3,235,692 | | | | 4,435,828 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (564,875,366 | ) | | | (2,493,650 | ) |
Total from Institutional Shares | | | 241,478,261 | | | | 9,477,572 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 642,803 | | | | 5,950,754 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (73,332,674 | ) | | | 40,596,566 | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | $ | 331,284,917 | | | $ | 290,688,351 | |
End of period | | $ | 257,952,243 | | | $ | 331,284,917 | |
(1) | Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Mid-Cap Growth ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets (CONCLUDED)
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Investor Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 95,392 | | | | 457,162 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 601,491 | | | | 952,158 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (312,655 | ) | | | (1,484,062 | ) |
Shares exchanged into Institutional Shares(1) | | | (8,833,388 | ) | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | (8,449,160 | ) | | | (74,742 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Institutional Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 19,136,044 | | | | 243,287 | |
Shares exchanged from Investor Shares(1) | | | 8,833,388 | | | | — | |
Shares reinvested | | | 113,334 | | | | 151,238 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (10,897,076 | ) | | | (80,018 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares | | | 17,175,690 | | | | 314,507 | |
(1) | Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Fund. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 317,195 | | | $ | 608,321 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 6,177,543 | | | | 3,950,823 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (49,720,634 | ) | | | 98,157,416 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (43,225,896 | ) | | | 102,716,560 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (1,325,790 | ) | | | (1,629,559 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1,325,790 | ) | | | (1,629,559 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 38,539,380 | | | | 92,015,882 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (13,735,633 | ) | | | (2,638,120 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 24,803,747 | | | | 89,377,762 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (19,747,939 | ) | | | 190,464,763 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 528,011,499 | | | | 337,546,736 | |
End of period | | $ | 508,263,560 | | | $ | 528,011,499 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 900,000 | | | | 2,575,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (350,000 | ) | | | (75,000 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 550,000 | | | | 2,500,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (414,874 | ) | | $ | (838,753 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 10,935,996 | | | | 11,029,903 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (49,203,384 | ) | | | 26,857,789 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (38,682,262 | ) | | | 37,048,939 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (3,829,540 | ) | | | (8,371,857 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (3,829,540 | ) | | | (8,371,857 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 2,045,968 | | | | 68,065,890 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (32,739,603 | ) | | | (14,105,940 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | (30,693,635 | ) | | | 53,959,950 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (73,205,437 | ) | | | 82,637,032 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 189,381,589 | | | | 106,744,557 | |
End of period | | $ | 116,176,152 | | | $ | 189,381,589 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 50,000 | | | | 1,750,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (950,000 | ) | | | (375,000 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | (900,000 | ) | | | 1,375,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022* (UNAUDITED) | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 1,893 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (778 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (176,817 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (175,702 | ) |
| | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 3,234,245 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 3,234,245 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 3,058,543 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 3,058,543 | |
| | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 175,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 175,000 | |
* | Inception date of the Fund was December 30, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL NEXT INDEX ETF
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022* (UNAUDITED) | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 26,913 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (421 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (997,923 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (971,431 | ) |
| | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 35,118,473 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 35,118,473 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 34,147,042 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 34,147,042 | |
| | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,950,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | — | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 1,950,000 | |
* | Inception date of the Fund was December 30, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Global Opportunities ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | | YEARS ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | FISCAL PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, | |
Institutional Shares | | (UNAUDITED) | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | 2017(1)(2) | | | 2016 | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 37.03 | | | $ | 30.17 | | | $ | 25.09 | | | $ | 25.97 | | | $ | 24.09 | | | $ | 20.40 | | | $ | 20.35 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(3) | | | 0.68 | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | — | * | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.08 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (4.34 | ) | | | 9.03 | | | | 6.21 | | | | 0.80 | | | | 4.94 | | | | 4.25 | | | | 0.02 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (3.66 | ) | | | 8.98 | | | | 6.21 | | | | 0.85 | | | | 4.96 | | | | 4.34 | | | | 0.10 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (1.52 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (3.62 | ) | | | (2.12 | ) | | | (1.09 | ) | | | (1.73 | ) | | | (3.05 | ) | | | (0.56 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (5.14 | ) | | | (2.12 | ) | | | (1.13 | ) | | | (1.73 | ) | | | (3.08 | ) | | | (0.65 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
Redemption and small-balance account fees(3) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | * | | | — | * | | | — | * |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 28.23 | | | $ | 37.03 | | | $ | 30.17 | | | $ | 25.09 | | | $ | 25.97 | | | $ | 24.09 | | | $ | 20.40 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 27.80 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value | | | (17.50 | )%(6) | | | 30.86 | % | | | 25.64 | % | | | 4.94 | % | | | 22.48 | % | | | 21.97 | %(6) | | | (0.47 | )% |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(5) | | | (18.70 | )% | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % |
RATIOS/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (thousands) | | $ | 546,448 | | | $ | 181,509 | | | $ | 122,406 | | | $ | 92,760 | | | $ | 78,987 | | | $ | 60,623 | | | $ | 7,243 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.97 | %(7) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | %(7) | | | 0.95 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets (before waivers and reimbursement of expenses and/or recapture of previously waived fees) | | | 0.97 | %(7) | | | 0.98 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 0.99 | % | | | 1.06 | % | | | 1.17 | %(7) | | | 2.12 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 4.09 | %(7) | | | (0.16 | )% | | | (0.01 | )% | | | 0.19 | % | | | 0.07 | % | | | 0.48 | %(7) | | | 0.39 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets (before waivers and reimbursement of expenses and/or recapture of previously waived fees) | | | 4.09 | %(7) | | | (0.19 | )% | | | (0.06 | )% | | | 0.15 | % | | | (0.04 | )% | | | 0.26 | %(7) | | | (0.78 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 3 | %(6) | | | 12 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 11 | % | | | 15 | % | | | 38 | %(6) | | | 26 | % |
* | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(1) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 during the period. |
(2) | Effective as of December 21, 2016, the Fund acquired all the assets and liabilities of the Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF, a series of The Motley Fool Funds Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”). The financial highlights for the periods prior to that date reflect the performances of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value reflects the rate an investor would have earned on an investment in the Fund during the period. For the year ended August 31, 2018, the fiscal period ended August 31, 2017 and the years ended October 31, 2016, October 31, 2015 and October 31, 2014, redemption and small-balance account fees received had no effect on the Fund’s Investor Shares total investment return. |
(5) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Mid-Cap Growth ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | | YEARS ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | FISCAL PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, | |
Institutional Shares | | (UNAUDITED) | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | 2017(1)(2) | | | 2016 | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 33.20 | | | $ | 29.79 | | | $ | 24.48 | | | $ | 27.50 | | | $ | 22.14 | | | $ | 18.34 | | | $ | 18.75 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(3) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (3.11 | ) | | | 6.90 | | | | 6.79 | | | | (1.88 | ) | | | 6.72 | | | | 3.83 | | | | (0.33 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (3.18 | ) | | | 6.81 | | | | 6.77 | | | | (1.86 | ) | | | 6.71 | | | | 3.80 | | | | (0.35 | ) |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.06 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (4.20 | ) | | | (3.40 | ) | | | (1.46 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (1.35 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (4.20 | ) | | | (3.40 | ) | | | (1.46 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (1.35 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.06 | ) |
Redemption and small-balance account fees | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | * | | | — | * | | | — | * |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 25.82 | | | $ | 33.20 | | | $ | 29.79 | | | $ | 24.48 | | | $ | 27.50 | | | $ | 22.14 | | | $ | 18.34 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 25.78 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value | | | (16.52 | )%(6) | | | 24.38 | % | | | 28.77 | % | | | (5.97 | )% | | | 31.10 | % | | | 20.72 | %(6) | | | (1.89 | )% |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(5) | | | (18.70 | )% | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % | | | — | % |
RATIOS/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (thousands) | | $ | 257,952 | | | $ | 54,460 | | | $ | 39,488 | | | $ | 29,205 | | | $ | 30,562 | | | $ | 20,365 | | | $ | 5,502 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 1.00 | %(7) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | %(7) | | | 0.95 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets (before waivers and reimbursement of expenses and/or recapture of previously waived fees) | | | 1.00 | %(7) | | | 0.98 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.47 | %(7) | | | 2.40 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.44 | )%(7) | | | (0.30 | )% | | | (0.06 | )% | | | 0.10 | % | | | (0.05 | )% | | | (0.15 | )%(7) | | | (0.08 | )% |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets (before waivers and reimbursement of expenses and/or recapture of previously waived fees) | | | (0.45 | )%(7) | | | (0.33 | )% | | | (0.11 | )% | | | 0.07 | % | | | (0.26 | )% | | | (0.67 | )%(7) | | | (1.53 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 0 | %(6) | | | 15 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 19 | % | | | 24 | %(6) | | | 21 | % |
* | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(1) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31 during the period. |
(2) | Effective as of December 21, 2016, the Fund acquired all the assets and liabilities of the Motley Fool Small-Mid Cap Growth ETF, a series of The Motley Fool Funds Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”). The financial highlights for the periods prior to that date reflect the performances of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) at net asset value reflects the rate an investor would have earned on an investment in the Fund during the period. For the year ended October 31, 2014, 0.06% of the Fund’s Investor Shares total investment return was attributable to redemption and small-balance account fees received. Excluding this item, the total investment return would have been 9.29%. For the year ended August 31, 2018, the fiscal period ended August 31, 2017 and years ended October 31, 2016 and October 31, 2015, redemption and small-balance account fees received had no effect on the Fund’s Investor Shares total investment return. |
(5) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool 100 Index ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | | YEARS ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | For the Period Ended august 31, | |
| | (UNAUDITED) | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018(1) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 42.16 | | | $ | 33.67 | | | $ | 22.46 | | | $ | 22.10 | | | $ | 20.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.08 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (3.21 | ) | | | 8.59 | | | | 11.23 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 2.02 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (3.19 | ) | | | 8.64 | | | | 11.34 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 2.10 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 38.87 | | | $ | 42.16 | | | $ | 33.67 | | | $ | 22.46 | | | $ | 22.10 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 38.90 | | | $ | 42.20 | | | $ | 33.66 | | | $ | 22.42 | | | $ | 22.13 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | (7.58 | )%(5) | | | 25.74 | % | | | 50.67 | % | | | 2.27 | % | | | 10.49 | %(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | (7.60 | )%(5) | | | 25.91 | % | | | 50.89 | % | | | 1.93 | % | | | 10.65 | %(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 508,264 | | | $ | 528,011 | | | $ | 337,547 | | | $ | 185,871 | | | $ | 140,879 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.50 | %(6) | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.50 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.12 | %(6) | | | 0.15 | % | | | 0.43 | % | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.68 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 8 | %(5) | | | 23 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 10 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was January 29, 2018. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL Small-Cap Growth ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss) return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | | YEARS ENDED AUGUST 31, | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, | |
| | (UNAUDITED) | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019(1) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 40.73 | | | $ | 32.59 | | | $ | 23.33 | | | $ | 20.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | (3) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (8.78 | ) | | | 10.48 | | | | 9.67 | | | | 3.33 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (8.88 | ) | | | 10.29 | | | | 9.60 | | | | 3.33 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.87 | ) | | | (2.15 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.87 | ) | | | (2.15 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 30.98 | | | $ | 40.73 | | | $ | 32.59 | | | $ | 23.33 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 30.94 | | | $ | 40.74 | | | $ | 32.68 | | | $ | 23.34 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(4) | | | (22.06 | )%(6) | | | 32.00 | % | | | 41.58 | % | | | 16.65 | %(6) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(5) | | | (22.14 | )%(6) | | | 31.54 | % | | | 41.88 | % | | | 16.69 | %(6) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 116,176 | | | $ | 189,382 | | | $ | 106,745 | | | $ | 71,153 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.85 | %(7) | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.85 | %(7) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.52 | )%(7) | | | (0.51 | )% | | | (0.29 | )% | | | (0.01 | )%(7) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 3 | %(6) | | | 21 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 21 | %(6) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was October 29, 2018. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Amount rounds to less than 0.01 per share. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(5) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Motley Fool CAPITAL EFFICIENCY 100 INDEX ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss) return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the period. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022(1) | |
| | (UNAUDITED) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 20.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.02 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (2.54 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2.52 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 17.48 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 17.50 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | (12.61 | )%(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | (12.52 | )%(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 3,059 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.50 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.67 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 1 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was December 30, 2021. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
MOTLEY FOOL NEXT INDEX ETF
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss) return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the period. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | For the PERIOD ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022(1) | |
| | (UNAUDITED) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 20.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.03 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (2.52 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2.49 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 17.51 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 17.53 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | (12.44 | )%(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | (12.34 | )%(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 34,147 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.50 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.89 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 0 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was December 30, 2021. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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1. ORGANIZATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF (“Global Opportunities Fund”) (formerly MFAM Global Opportunities Fund), the Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF (“Mid-Cap Growth Fund”) (formerly MFAM Mid-Cap Growth Fund), the Motley Fool 100 Index ETF (the “Fool 100 Fund”), the Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF (“Small-Cap Growth Fund”) (formerly MFAM Small-Cap Growth ETF), the Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index ETF (“Capital Efficiency Fund”) and the Motley Fool Next Index ETF (“Next Fund”) (each a “Fund” and together the “Funds”). The Global Opportunities Fund, Mid-Cap Growth Fund, Fool 100 Fund, Small-Cap Growth Fund, Capital Efficiency Fund and Next Fund commenced investment operations on June 17, 2014, June 17, 2014, January 29, 2018, October 29, 2018, December 30, 2021 and December 30, 2021, respectively.
Effective December 3, 2021 (the “Conversion Date”), the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Global Opportunities Fund and Mid-Cap Growth Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of the Funds (the “Class Conversions”). The Class Conversions were completed based on the share classes’ relative net asset values on the Conversion Date, without the imposition of any fees or expenses. All Investor Class Shares of the Funds were converted into Institutional Class Shares as of the Conversion Date.
The Funds identified below as “Acquiring Portfolios” became series of the Trust as of the date indicated following a reorganization (“Reorganization”), pursuant to Agreements and Plans of Reorganization dated as shown below (each, a “Plan” and collectively, the “Plans”), which resulted in the conversion of corresponding “Target Portfolios” organized as mutual funds to ETFs. The Acquiring Portfolios were established as “shell” funds, organized solely in connection with the Reorganization for the purpose of acquiring the assets and liabilities of the corresponding Target Portfolios and continuing the operations of the Target Portfolios as ETFs. The Acquiring Portfolios had no performance history prior to the Reorganization.
TARGET PORTFOLIO | ACQUIRING PORTFOLIO | DATE | |
MFAM Global Opportunities Fund | Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF | December 10, 2021 | |
MFAM Mid-Cap Growth Fund | Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF | December 10, 2021 | |
Each Reorganization was accomplished by a tax-free exchange of shares (with an exception for fractional mutual fund shares) of the Acquiring Portfolio for shares of the Target Portfolio of equivalent aggregate net asset value.
Fees and expenses incurred to effect the Reorganizations were borne by Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (the “Adviser”). The management fee of each Acquiring Portfolio is the same as the management fee of its corresponding Target Portfolio, however, each Acquiring Portfolio is expected to experience lower overall expenses as compared to its corresponding Target Portfolio because each Acquiring Portfolio has a unitary fee structure under which both operating expenses and management fees are paid. The Reorganizations did not result in a material change to the Target Portfolios’ investment portfolios as compared to those of the Acquiring Portfolios. There are no material differences in accounting policies of the Target Portfolios as compared to those of the Acquiring Portfolios.
The Acquiring Portfolios did not purchase or sell securities following the Reorganizations for purposes of realigning its investment portfolio. Accordingly, the acquisition of the Target Portfolios did not affect the Acquiring Portfolios’ portfolio turnover ratios for the period ended February 28, 2022.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of each Fund is to achieve long-term capital appreciation. The Global Opportunities Fund pursues its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of United States companies and of companies that are organized under the laws of other countries around the world. The Mid-Cap Growth Fund pursues its objective by investing primarily in common stocks of companies that are organized in the United States and that are engaged in a broad range of industries.
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The investment objective of the Fool 100 Fund is to achieve investment results that correspond (before fees and expenses) generally to the total return performance of the Motley Fool 100 Index (the “Fool 100 Index”). The Fool 100 Index was developed by The Motley Fool, LLC (“The Motley Fool”), an affiliate of the Adviser, in 2017 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the 100 largest, most liquid U.S. companies that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters or the highest-rated stocks in Fool IQ, the company’s analyst opinion database. Every company include in the Fool 100 Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S. The investment objective of the Small-Cap Growth Fund is to achieve long-term capital appreciation.
The investment objective of the Capital Efficiency Fund is to seek investment results that correspond (before fees and expenses) generally to the total return performance of the Motley Fool Capital Efficiency 100 Index (the “Capital Efficiency 100 Index”). The Capital Efficiency 100 Index was developed by The Motley Fool in 2021 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the highest scoring stocks of U.S. companies, measured by a company’s capital efficiency, that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters, and that also meet certain liquidity requirements. Capital efficiency is a measure of how a business turns its investments into revenue and profit and it provides insight into the company’s return on invested capital. Every company included in the Capital Efficiency 100 Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S. The investment objective of the Next Fund is to seek investment results that correspond (before fees and expenses) generally to the total return performance of the Motley Fool Next Index (the “Next Index”). The Next Index was developed by The Motley Fool in 2021 and is a proprietary, rules-based index designed to track the performance of the 100 largest, most liquid U.S. companies that have been recommended by The Motley Fool’s analysts and newsletters. Every company included in the Next Index is incorporated and listed in the U.S.
The Funds are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Funds is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six-months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — Each Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Funds are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments. Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Funds’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● | Level 1 – Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● | Level 2 – Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● | Level 3 – Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Funds’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
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The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Funds’ investments carried at fair value:
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 538,915,295 | | | $ | 523,841,991 | | | $ | 15,063,535 | | | $ | 9,769 | | | $ | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds From Securities Lending Collateral | | | 65,451,217 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 65,451,217 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 6,881,880 | | | | 6,881,880 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 611,248,392 | | | $ | 530,723,871 | | | $ | 15,063,535 | | | $ | 9,769 | | | $ | 65,451,217 | |
MID-CAP GROWTH FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 253,132,885 | | | $ | 253,132,885 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds From Securities Lending Collateral | | | 53,984,485 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 53,984,485 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 4,966,393 | | | | 4,966,393 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 312,083,763 | | | $ | 258,099,278 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 53,984,485 | |
FOOL 100 FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 508,031,111 | | | $ | 508,031,111 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Rights | | | 51,604 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 51,604 | | | | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds From Securities Lending Collateral | | | 47,627,881 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 47,627,881 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 70,459 | | | | 70,459 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 555,781,055 | | | $ | 508,101,570 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 51,604 | | | $ | 47,627,881 | |
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SMALL-CAP GROWTH FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 102,897,001 | | | $ | 102,897,001 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Investments Purchased with Proceeds From Securities Lending Collateral | | | 34,085,831 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 34,085,831 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 13,337,010 | | | | 13,337,010 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 150,319,842 | | | $ | 116,234,011 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 34,085,831 | |
CAPITAL EFFICIENCY FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 3,035,934 | | | $ | 3,035,934 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 10,571 | | | | 10,571 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 3,046,505 | | | $ | 3,046,505 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
NEXT FUND
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | | | INVESTMENTS MEASURED AT NET ASSET VALUE^ | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 34,058,925 | | | $ | 34,058,925 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 279,672 | | | | 279,672 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 34,338,597 | | | $ | 34,338,597 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Please refer to the Schedule of Investments for further details. |
^ | Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in the table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
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Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Funds’ investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Funds may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires each Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when a Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if a Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Funds had no Level 3 transfers.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Funds record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gains are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of each Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — Each Fund pays dividends from its net investment income and distributes any net capital gains that it realizes. Dividends and capital gains distributions are generally paid once a year and as required to comply with federal excise tax requirements. Distributions to shareholders are determined in accordance with tax regulations and recorded on ex dividend date. Additionally, each Fund reports details of distribution-related transactions on quarterly account statements. You may not receive a separate confirmation statement for these transactions.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Funds’ intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Funds invest depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Funds’ investments, impair the Funds’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Funds’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and
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natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION — The books and records of the Funds are maintained in U.S. dollars as follows: (1) the values of investment securities and other assets and liabilities stated in foreign currencies are translated at the exchange rates prevailing at the end of the period; and (2) purchases, sales and income are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Transaction gains or losses resulting from changes in exchange rates during the reporting period or upon settlement from foreign currency transactions are reported in the Statements of Operations for the current period. The Funds do not isolate the portion of gains and losses on investments.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Funds may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Funds in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Funds expect the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Policies and Practices
The sections below describe some of the different types of investments that may be made by the Funds and the investment practices in which the Funds may engage.
TYPES OF FIXED-INCOME SECURITIES — Each Fund may invest in bonds and other types of debt obligations of U.S. and foreign issuers. Fixed income securities purchased by a Fund may include, among others, bonds, notes, and debentures issued by corporations; debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or one of its agencies or instrumentalities (“U.S. Government Securities”); municipal securities; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and debt securities issued or guaranteed by foreign governments, their agencies, instrumentalities, or political subdivisions, or by government-owned, -controlled, or -sponsored entities, including central banks. These investments also include money market instruments and other types of obligations. Investors should recognize that, although securities ratings issued by S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”), a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., and Moody’s Investors Services©, Inc. (“Moody’s”), provide a generally useful guide as to credit risks, they do not offer any criteria to evaluate interest rate risk. Changes in interest rate levels generally cause fluctuations in the prices of fixed-income securities and will, therefore, cause fluctuations in the NAV per share of a Fund. Subsequent to the purchase of a fixed-income security by a Fund, the ratings or credit quality of such security may deteriorate. Any such subsequent adverse changes in the rating or quality of a security held by a Fund would not require a Fund to sell the security.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS — Real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) are pooled investment vehicles that manage a portfolio of real estate or real estate-related loans to earn profits for their shareholders. REITs are generally classified as equity REITs, mortgage REITs, or a combination of equity and mortgage REITs. Investing in REITs involves certain unique risks in addition to those risks associated with investing in the real estate industry in general. Equity REITs may be affected by changes in the value of the underlying property owned by the REITs, while mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of the borrower on any credit extended. REITs are dependent upon management skills, may not be diversified geographically or by property type, and are subject to heavy cash-flow dependency, default by borrowers, and self-liquidation. REITs must also meet certain requirements under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), to avoid entity level tax and be eligible to pass through certain tax attributes of their income to shareholders. REITs are consequently subject to the risk of failing to meet these requirements for favorable tax treatment and of failing to maintain their exemptions from registration under the 1940 Act. REITs are also subject to the risks of changes in the Code, affecting their tax status.
REITs (especially mortgage REITs) are also subject to interest rate risks. When interest rates decline, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to rise. Conversely, when interest rates rise, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to decline. In contrast, as interest rates on adjustable-rate mortgage loans are reset
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periodically, yields on a REIT’s investments in such loans will gradually align themselves to reflect changes in market interest rates, causing the value of such investments to fluctuate less dramatically in response to interest rate fluctuations than would investments in fixed-rate obligations.
The management of a REIT may be subject to conflicts of interest with respect to the operation of the business of the REIT and may be involved in real estate activities competitive with the REIT. REITs may own properties through joint ventures or in other circumstances in which a REIT may not have control over its investments. REITs may use significant amounts of leverage.
REITs often do not provide complete tax information until after the end of the calendar year. Consequently, because of the delay, it may be necessary for a Fund, if invested in REITs, to request permission to extend the deadline for issuance of Forms 1099-DIV beyond January 31. Alternatively, amended Forms 1099-DIV may be sent.
FOREIGN SECURITIES — The Global Opportunities Fund and the Mid-Cap Growth Fund may invest, in equity and fixed-income securities of foreign companies, including companies located in both developed and emerging-market countries. Investment in foreign securities may include the purchase of American Depositary Receipts (“ADRs”) and other depositary receipts (European Depositary Receipts (“EDRs”) and Global Depositary Receipts (“GDRs”)) that represent indirect interests in securities of foreign issuers. A significant portion of a Fund’s exposure to foreign investments may be composed of such investments. Investments in foreign securities are affected by risk factors generally not associated with investments in the securities of U.S. companies in the U.S. With respect to such securities, there may be more limited information publicly available concerning the issuer than would be the case with respect to domestic securities, foreign issuers may use different accounting standards, and foreign trading markets may not be as liquid as are U.S. markets. Foreign securities also involve such risks as currency risks, possible imposition of withholding or confiscatory taxes, possible currency transfer restrictions, expropriation or other adverse political or economic developments, and the difficulty of enforcing obligations in other countries. These risks may be greater in emerging-market countries and in less-developed countries.
The purchase of securities denominated in foreign currencies will subject the value of the Funds’ investments in those securities to fluctuations caused by changes in foreign exchange rates. To hedge against the effects of changes in foreign exchange rates, the Funds may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts (“forward contracts”). These contracts represent agreements to exchange an amount of currency at an agreed-upon future date and rate. The Funds will generally use forward contracts only to “lock in” the price in U.S. dollars of a foreign security that a Fund plans to purchase or to sell. In certain limited cases, it may use such contracts to hedge against an anticipated substantial decline in the price of a foreign currency against the U.S. dollar that would adversely affect the U.S. dollar value of foreign securities held by the Fund. Forward contracts will not be used in all cases and, in any event, cannot completely protect the Funds against all changes in the values of foreign securities resulting from fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. The Funds will not enter into a forward contract if, as a result, forward contracts would represent more than 20% of a Fund’s total assets. For hedging purposes, the Funds may also use options on foreign currencies, which expose the Funds to certain risks.
Some foreign securities are traded in the U.S. in the form of ADRs. ADRs are receipts typically issued by a U.S. bank or company evidencing ownership of the underlying securities of foreign issuers. EDRs and GDRs are receipts typically issued by foreign banks or trust companies, evidencing ownership of underlying securities issued by either a foreign or U.S. issuer. Generally, depositary receipts in registered form are designed for use in the U.S. and depositary receipts in bearer form are designed for use in securities markets outside the U.S. Depositary receipts may not necessarily be denominated in the same currency as the underlying securities into which they may be converted. Depositary receipts generally involve the same risks as other investments in foreign securities. However, holders of ADRs and other depositary receipts may not have all the legal rights of shareholders and may experience difficulty in receiving shareholder communications.
PARTICIPATORY NOTES — A participatory note, as used by a Fund, is an instrument used by investors to obtain exposure to an equity investment, including common stocks and warrants, in a local market where direct ownership is not permitted (or is impractical.) In countries where direct ownership by a foreign investor, such as a Fund, is not allowed by local law, such as Saudi Arabia, an investor may gain exposure to the market through a participatory note, which derives its value from a group of underlying equity securities. A participatory note is intended (disregarding the effect of any fees and expenses) to reflect the performance of the underlying equity securities on a one-to-one basis so that investors will not normally gain more in absolute terms than they would have made had they invested in the underlying securities directly, and will not normally lose more than they would have lost had they invested in the underlying securities directly.
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In addition to providing access to otherwise closed markets, participatory notes can also provide a less expensive option to direct investment (where ownership by foreign investors is permitted) by reducing registration and transaction costs in acquiring and selling local registered shares. The Funds’ investment manager also believes that participatory notes can offer greater liquidity in markets that restrict the ability of the Funds to dispose of an investment by either restricting transactions by size or requiring registration and/or regulatory approvals.
The purchase of participatory notes involves risks that are in addition to the risks normally associated with a direct investment in the underlying securities. The Fund is subject to the risk that the issuer of the participatory note (i.e., the issuing bank or broker-dealer), which is the only responsible party under the note, is unable or refuses to perform under the terms of the participatory note, also known as counterparty risk.
While the holder of a participatory note is entitled to receive from the bank or broker-dealer any dividends or other distributions paid on the underlying securities, the holder is not entitled to the same rights as an owner of the underlying securities, such as voting rights.
Participatory notes may not be traded on exchanges, are privately issued, and may be illiquid. To the extent a participatory note is determined to be illiquid, it would be subject to the Fund’s limitation on investments in illiquid securities. There can be no assurance that the trading price or value of participatory notes will equal the value of the underlying value of the equity securities they seek to replicate.
TEMPORARY INVESTMENTS — During periods of adverse market or economic conditions, a Fund may temporarily invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in high-quality, fixed-income securities, money market instruments, and shares of money market mutual funds, or it may hold cash. At such times, a Fund would not be pursuing its stated investment objective with its usual investment strategies. A Fund may also hold these investments for liquidity purposes. Fixed-income securities will be deemed to be of high quality if they are rated “A” or better by S&P or Moody’s or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the Adviser. Money market instruments are high-quality, short-term fixed income obligations (which generally have remaining maturities of one year or less), and may include U.S. Government Securities, commercial paper, certificates of deposit and banker’s acceptances issued by domestic branches of United States banks that are members of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and repurchase agreements for US. Government Securities. In lieu of purchasing money market instruments, a Fund may purchase shares of money market mutual funds that invest primarily in U.S. Government Securities and repurchase agreements involving those securities, subject to certain limitations imposed by the 1940 Act. A Fund, as an investor in a money market fund, will indirectly bear the fees and expenses of the money market fund. These indirect fees and expenses will be in addition to the fees and expenses of the Funds. Repurchase agreements involve certain risks not associated with direct investments in debt securities.
3. INVESTMENT adviser and other services
Each Fund pays all of its expenses other than those expressly assumed by Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC (the “Adviser”). Expenses of each Fund are deducted from the Fund’s total income before dividends are paid. Subject to the supervision of the Board, the Adviser manages the overall investment operations of each Fund in accordance with the Fund’s respective investment objective and policies and formulates a continuing investment strategy for each Fund pursuant to the terms of the Investment Advisory Agreements between the Adviser and the Company on behalf of each Fund. The Adviser is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Motley Fool Investment Management, LLC, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Motley Fool Holdings Inc. (“TMF Holdings”), a multimedia financial-services holding company that also owns The Motley Fool, which publishes investment information and analysis across a wide range of media, including investment newsletter services, websites, and books. TMF Holdings is controlled by David Gardner and Tom Gardner, along with other private shareholders. Each Fund compensates the Adviser with a unitary management fee for its services at an annual rate based on each Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown on the following table. From the Advisory Fee, the Adviser pays most of the expenses of each Fund, including the cost of transfer agency, custody, fund administration, legal, audit and other services. However, the Adviser is not responsible for interest expenses, brokerage commissions and other trading expenses, taxes and other extraordinary costs such as litigation and other expenses not incurred in the ordinary course of business.
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FUND | | ADVISORY FEE | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | | 0.85 | % |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 0.85 | % |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 0.50 | % |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 0.85 | % |
Capital Efficiency Fund | | | 0.50 | % |
Next Fund | | | 0.50 | % |
Effective December 3, 2021, the outstanding Investor Class Shares of the Global Opportunities Fund and Mid-Cap Growth Fund were converted into Institutional Class Shares of each Fund. Prior to that date, the Adviser had contractually agreed to maintain Expense Caps for Investor Class Shares and Institutional Class Shares of the Funds of 1.15% and 0.95%, respectively.
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued were as follows:
FUND | | GROSS ADVISORY FEES | | | RECOUPMENT/ WAIVERS | | | NET ADVISORY FEES | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 2,708,761 | | | $ | (8,459 | ) | | $ | 2,700,302 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 1,289,545 | | | | (20,654 | ) | | | 1,268,891 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 1,341,198 | | | | — | | | | 1,341,198 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 675,996 | | | | — | | | | 675,996 | |
Capital Efficiency Fund | | | 1,422 | | | | — | | | | 1,422 | |
Next Fund | | | 15,121 | | | | — | | | | 15,121 | |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Funds. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Funds’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Funds. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Foreside Funds Distributors, LLC (“Foreside”) serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Global Opportunities Fund’s shares and Mid-Cap Growth Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (“Quasar”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fool 100 Fund’s shares, Small-Cap Growth Fund’s shares, Capital Efficiency Fund’s shares and Next Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
Under the Fund’s unitary fee, the Adviser compensates Fund Services and the Custodian for its services provided.
DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION — The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. Until October 1, 2020, an employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC served as Chief Compliance Officer of the Adviser. Neither the Funds nor the Company compensated this individual or Vigilant Compliance, LLC for the services provided to Motley Fool Asset Management. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
REDEMPTION FEE — Prior to January 1, 2018, the Global Opportunities Fund and Mid-Cap Growth Fund imposed a redemption fee of 2.00% on redemptions/exchanges of Fund shares held less than 90 days. The redemption fee was calculated as a percentage of the net asset value of the total redemption proceeds and was retained by the Funds and accounted for as additional paid-in capital. Effective January 1, 2018, the Funds have eliminated their redemption fees. Please see the Funds’ prospectus for more information.
TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES — Advisers to investment companies, including MFAM Funds, are permitted under 17a-7 of the 1940 Act to purchase or sell securities directly between affiliated clients. When affecting these “cross” transactions, Rule 17a-7 imposes restrictions on how the trades are processed and reported. The specified conditions within Rule 17a-7 are outlined in procedures established by or under the direction of the Board of Directors. The procedures have been designed to provide assurance that any purchase or sale of securities by the Fund from or to another Fund complies with Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act.
During the current fiscal period, the Funds did not engage in any security transactions with affiliates.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales and maturities of investment securities (excluding in-kind transactions and short-term investments) of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 22,882,897 | | | $ | 20,167,292 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | — | | | | 12,567,734 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 44,364,101 | | | | 44,512,789 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 4,260,682 | | | | 16,870,934 | |
Capital Efficiency Fund | | | 64,965 | | | | 24,835 | |
Next Fund | | | 1,019,489 | | | | 10,873 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government Securities during the current fiscal period.
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales and maturities of in-kind transactions of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | — | | | $ | 15,396,038 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | — | | | | 10,392,192 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 37,816,633 | | | | 13,486,897 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 1,983,611 | | | | 31,924,420 | |
Capital Efficiency Fund | | | 3,173,398 | | | | — | |
Next Fund | | | 34,048,653 | | | | — | |
5. Federal Income tax information
The Funds have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Funds to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Funds have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business,
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the Funds are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired. Since the Capital Efficiency Fund and Next Fund did not have a full fiscal year, the tax cost of investments is the same as noted in the Schedule of Investments.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost, aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of securities held by the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 350,149,612 | | | $ | 408,227,942 | | | $ | (14,003,173 | ) | | $ | 394,224,769 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 193,696,917 | | | | 186,269,382 | | | | (186,854 | ) | | | 186,082,528 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 340,404,928 | | | | 217,892,162 | | | | (5,187,218 | ) | | | 212,704,944 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 181,017,375 | | | | 57,610,757 | | | | (7,018,837 | ) | | | 50,591,920 | |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
The following permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to foreign currency transactions and in-kind redemptions gains, were reclassified among the following accounts:
FUND | | DISTRIBUTABLE EARNINGS/(LOSS) | | | PAID-IN CAPITAL | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 325,798 | | | $ | (325,798 | ) |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 529,010 | | | | (529,010 | ) |
Fool 100 Fund | | | (1,277,059 | ) | | | 1,277,059 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | (5,844,417 | ) | | | 5,844,417 | |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
FUND | | UNDISTRIBUTED ORDINARY INCOME | | | UNDISTRIBUTED LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAINS | | | QUALIFIED LATE-YEAR LOSS DEFERRAL | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | | | Total | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | — | | | $ | 33,191,007 | | | $ | (1,349,566 | ) | | $ | 394,232,230 | | | $ | 426,073,671 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | — | | | | 17,958,485 | | | | (1,114,469 | ) | | | 186,082,528 | | | | 202,926,544 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 311,015 | | | | 1,014,688 | | | | — | | | | 212,704,944 | | | | 214,030,647 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | — | | | | 3,829,513 | | | | (588,898 | ) | | | 50,591,920 | | | | 53,832,535 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes.
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The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal period ended August 31, 2021 were as follows:
FUND | | ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAIN | | | TOTAL | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 254,531 | | | $ | 38,103,932 | | | $ | 38,358,463 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | — | | | | 32,831,307 | | | | 32,831,307 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 1,067,239 | | | | 562,320 | | | | 1,629,559 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 454,925 | | | | 7,916,932 | | | | 8,371,857 | |
Dividends from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income dividends for federal income tax purposes.
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Funds may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021. The Global Opportunities Fund, Mid-Cap Growth Fund and Small-Cap Growth Fund deferred qualified late-year losses of $1,349,566, $1,114,469 and $588,898, respectively, which will be treated as arising on the first business day of the following fiscal year.
6. SHARE TRANSACTIONS
Shares of the Global Opportunities Fund, Mid-Cap Growth Fund, Fool 100 Fund and Small-Cap Growth Fund are listed and trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. Shares of the Capital Efficiency Fund and Next Fund are listed and trade on the NYSE, Arca, Inc. Market prices for the shares may be different from their NAV. Each Fund issues and redeems shares on a continuous basis at NAV only in blocks of 25,000 shares, called “Creation Units.” Creation Units are issued and redeemed principally in-kind for securities included in a specified universe. Once created, shares generally trade in the secondary market at market prices that change throughout the day. Except when aggregated in Creation Units, shares are not redeemable securities of each Fund. Creation Units may only be purchased or redeemed by certain financial institutions (“Authorized Participants”). An Authorized Participant is either (i) a broker-dealer or other participant in the clearing process through the Continuous Net Settlement System of the National Securities Clearing Corporation or (ii) a Depository Trust Company participant and, in each case, must have executed a Participant Agreement with the Distributor. Most retail investors do not qualify as Authorized Participants nor have the resources to buy and sell whole Creation Units. Therefore, they are unable to purchase or redeem shares directly from each Fund. Rather, most retail investors may purchase shares in the secondary market with the assistance of a broker and are subject to customary brokerage commissions or fees.
Each Fund currently offers one class of shares, which has no front-end sales load, no deferred sales charge, and no redemption fee. A fixed transaction fee is imposed for the transfer and other transaction costs associated with the purchase or sale of Creation Units. The standard fixed transaction fee for each Fund is $250, payable to the custodian. In addition, a variable fee may be charged on all cash transactions or substitutes for Creation Units of up to a maximum of 2% as a percentage of the value of the Creation Units subject to the transaction. Variable fees are imposed to compensate each Fund for the transaction costs associated with the cash transactions. Variable fees received by each Fund, if any, are displayed in the capital shares transactions section of the Statements of Changes in Net Assets. Each Fund may issue an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest, with $0.001 par value per share. Shares of each Fund have equal rights and privileges.
7. SECURITIES LENDING
The Funds may make secured loans of its portfolio securities to brokers, dealers and other financial institutions to earn additional income and receive cash collateral equal to at least 100% of the current market value of the loaned securities, as marked to market each day that the NAV of the Funds is determined. When the collateral falls below specified amounts, the Funds’ lending agent will use its best effort to obtain additional collateral on the next business day to meet required amounts under the security lending agreement. The Funds will pay administrative and custodial fees in connection with the loan of securities. Collateral is
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invested in short-term investments and the Funds will bear the risk of loss of the invested collateral. Investments purchased with proceeds from securities lending are overnight and continuous. Securities lending will expose the Funds to the risk of loss should a borrower default on its obligation to return the borrowed securities. The market value of the securities on loan and cash collateral as of the end of the reporting period and the income generated from the program during the current fiscal period with respect to such secured loans were as follows:
FUND | | MARKET VALUE OF SECURITIES LOANED | | | MARKET VALUE OF COLLATERAL | | | INCOME RECEIVED FROM SECURITIES LENDING | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 64,170,936 | | | $ | 65,451,217 | | | $ | 424,460 | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 52,897,373 | | | | 53,984,485 | | | | 14,911 | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 47,068,496 | | | | 47,627,881 | | | | 22,223 | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 33,206,822 | | | | 34,085,831 | | | | 16,494 | |
Securities lending transactions are entered into by the Funds’ securities lending agent on behalf of the Funds’ under a Master Securities Lending Agreement (“MSLA”) which permits the Funds’ securities lending agent on behalf of the Funds under certain circumstances including an event of default (such as bankruptcy or insolvency), to offset amounts payable on behalf of the Funds to the same counterparty against amounts to be received and create one single net payment due to or from the Funds. The following table is a summary of the Funds’ open securities lending transactions which are subject to a MSLA as of the end of the reporting period:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | GROSS AMOUNTS NOT OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | |
FUND | | GROSS AMOUNTS OF RECOGNIZED ASSETS | | | GROSS AMOUNTS OFFSET IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | NET AMOUNTS OF ASSETS PRESENTED IN THE STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | | | FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS1 | | | CASH COLLATERAL RECEIVED | | | NET AMOUNT2 | |
Global Opportunities Fund | | $ | 64,170,936 | | | | — | | | $ | 64,170,936 | | | $ | (64,170,936 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Mid-Cap Growth Fund | | | 52,897,373 | | | | — | | | | 52,897,373 | | | | (52,897,373 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Fool 100 Fund | | | 47,068,496 | | | | — | | | | 47,068,496 | | | | (47,068,496 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Small-Cap Growth Fund | | | 33,206,822 | | | | — | | | | 33,206,822 | | | | (33,206,822 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
1 | Amount disclosed is limited to the amount of assets presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. Actual collateral received may be more than the amount shown. |
2 | Net amount represents the net amount receivable from the counterparty in the event of default. |
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8. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement
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As required by the 1940 Act, the Board, including all of the Directors who are not “interested persons” of the Company, as that term is defined in the 1940 Act (the “Independent Directors”), considered the approval of the investment advisory agreement between the Adviser and the Company (the “Investment Advisory Agreement”) on behalf of the Motley Fool Global Opportunities ETF, Motley Fool Mid-Cap Growth ETF, Motley Fool Efficiency 100 Index ETF and Motley Fool Next Index ETF (for this section only, each a “Fund” and together the “Funds”), at a meeting of the Board held on September 21-22, 2021 (for this section only, the “Meeting”). At the Meeting, the Board, including all of the Independent Directors, approved the Investment Advisory Agreement for an initial period ending August 16, 2023. In approving the Investment Advisory Agreement, the Board considered information provided by the Adviser with the assistance and advice of counsel to the Independent Directors and the Company.
In considering the approval of the Investment Advisory Agreements, the Directors took into account all materials provided prior to and during the Meeting and at other meetings throughout the past year, the presentations made during the Meeting and the discussions held during the Meeting. Among other things, the Directors considered (i) the nature, extent, and quality of services to be provided to the Funds by the Adviser; (ii) descriptions of the experience and qualifications of the personnel providing those services; (iii) the Adviser’s investment philosophy and process; (iv) the Adviser’s assets under management and client descriptions; (v) the Adviser’s soft dollar commission and trade allocation policies, including information on the types of research and services obtained in connection with soft dollar commissions; (vi) the Adviser’s advisory fee arrangements and other similarly managed clients, as applicable; (vii) the Adviser’s compliance procedures; (viii) the Adviser’s financial information and insurance coverage; (ix) the extent to which economies of scale are relevant to the Funds; and (x) a report prepared by Broadridge/Lipper comparing each Fund’s proposed management fees and total expense ratio to those of its Lipper Group.. The Directors noted that the Funds had not yet commenced operations, and consequently there was no performance information to review with respect to the Funds.
As part of their review, the Directors considered the nature, extent and quality of the services proposed to be provided by the Adviser. The Directors concluded that the Adviser had sufficient resources to provide services to the Funds.
The Board also considered the effect of the unitary management fee payable by the Funds under the Advisory Agreement. In this regard, information on the fees to be paid by each Fund and each Fund’s expected total operating expense ratios (before and after fee waivers and expense reimbursements) were compared to similar information for mutual funds advised by other, unaffiliated investment advisory firms.
After reviewing the information regarding the Adviser’s estimated costs, profitability and economies of scale, and after considering the services to be provided by the Adviser, the Directors concluded that the unitary investment advisory fees to be paid by each of the Funds were fair and reasonable and that the Investment Advisory Agreement should be approved for an initial period ending August 16, 2023.
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Information on Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 are available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling (888) 863-8803; and (ii) on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Schedule of Investments
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT are available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Liquidity Risk Management Program
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Funds. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review each Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that a Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Liquidity Risk Management Committee of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of each Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to each Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of each Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that each Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of each Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that each Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that each Fund did not require the establishment of a highly liquid investment minimum and the methodology for that determination; (v) confirmation that none of the Funds had breached the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review each Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in each Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Funds’ prospectuses for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
Frequency Distributions of Premiums and Discounts
Information regarding how often shares of the Funds trade on an exchange at a price above (i.e., at a premium) or below (i.e., at a discount) the NAV of the Funds is available, without charge, on the Funds’ website at www.fooletfs.com.
Investment Adviser
Motley Fool Asset Management, LLC
2000 Duke Street
Suite 275
Alexandria, VA 22314
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Principal Underwriters
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Foreside Funds Distributors, LLC
899 Cassatt Road
400 Berwyn Park, Suite 110
Berwyn, PA 19312
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Tait, Weller & Baker LLP
Two Liberty Place
50 S 16th St. Suite 2900
Philadelphia, PA 19102-2529
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
of
THE RBB FUND, INC.
semi-Annual Report
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Performance Data
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Period Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Since Inception(1) | |
Optima Strategic Credit Fund Founders Class | -0.10% | |
iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index TR(2)(3) | -3.54% | |
(1) | Inception date of the Founders Class Shares of the Fund was December 29, 2021. |
(2) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(3) | The iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index seeks to accurately and objectively replicate the USD High Yield Corporate Bond Market by utilizing multi-source independent pricing and quality tested reference data. The index consists of liquid USD high yield bonds and is subject to monthly rebalancing and daily total return calculations to maintain a high quality rendering of bond market performance. The index is market-value weighted with an issuer cap of 3%. |
The performance quoted reflects fee waivers in effect and would have been less in their absence. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes) to 1.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Founders Class Shares. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. Please see the Financial Highlights for current figures.
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investments will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Fund Expense Example
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, (if any) and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
This example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period. The actual value and expenses are based on the 61-day period from inception on December 29, 2021 through February 28, 2022.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) on purchase payments (if any). Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Founders Class Shares |
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Since Inception Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 999.00 | $2.09 | 1.25% | -0.10% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,018.60 | 6.26 | 1.25 | N/A |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The actual dollar amounts shown are expenses paid by the Fund during the period from the Fund’s inception on December 29, 2021 through February 28, 2022 multiplied by 61 days, which is the number of days from the Fund’s inception through February 28, 2022. The Fund’s ending account value on the first line in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following table presents a summary of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS: | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Obligations | | | 89.3 | % | | $ | 10,988,646 | |
Money Market Deposit Account | | | 7.3 | | | | 898,248 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 3.4 | | | | 415,304 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
Refer to the Portfolio of Investments for a detailed listing of the Fund’s holdings.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Portfolio of Investments
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Coupon* | | | Maturity Date | | | Par (000’s) | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 96.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS — 89.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States Treasury Bill | | | 0.389% | | | | 05/12/22 | | | $ | 5,000 | | | $ | 4,997,285 | |
United States Treasury Bill | | | 0.351% | | | | 05/19/22 | | | | 4,000 | | | | 3,997,396 | |
United States Treasury Bill | | | 0.681% | | | | 08/18/22 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,993,965 | |
TOTAL U.S. TREASURY OBLIGATIONS (Cost $10,986,658) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 10,988,646 | |
| | | | | | | | | | Number Of Shares (000’s) | | | | | |
MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT — 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | | | | | | | | | 898 | | | | 898,248 | |
TOTAL MONEY MARKET DEPOSIT ACCOUNT | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $898,248) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 898,248 | |
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TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $11,884,906) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 11,886,894 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 96.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $11,884,906) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 11,886,894 | |
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OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 3.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 415,304 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
* | Short-term investments’ coupon reflects the annualized yield on the date of purchase for discounted investments. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Statement of Assets And Liabilities
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $11,884,906) | | $ | 11,886,894 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 387,300 | |
Due from Adviser | | | 41,777 | |
Dividends | | | 6 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 27,521 | |
Total assets | | $ | 12,343,498 | |
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LIABILITIES | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Deferred fees | | | 18,329 | |
Blue sky fees | | | 6,469 | |
Audit expenses | | | 5,793 | |
Administration and accounting services fees | | | 5,654 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 5,055 | |
Total liabilities | | $ | 41,300 | |
Net assets | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 1,232 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 12,303,208 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (2,242 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
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FOUNDERS CLASS SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,231,651 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 9.99 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Statement of Operations
For the Period Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)*
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 1,367 | |
Total investment income | | | 1,367 | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Deferred expense | | | 19,512 | |
Administration and accounting services fees (Note 2) | | | 7,216 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 6,488 | |
Audit fees | | | 5,793 | |
Offering costs | | | 3,268 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 2,873 | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 2,239 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 1,738 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 429 | |
Legal fees | | | 57 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 49,613 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements (Note 2) | | | (44,016 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 5,597 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | (4,230 | ) |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | — | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | 1,988 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 1,988 | |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (2,242 | ) |
* | Inception date of the Founders Class Shares of the Fund was December 29, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)* | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (4,230 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | — | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | 1,988 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2,242 | ) |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 12,554,230 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (249,790 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 12,304,440 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 12,302,198 | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 12,302,198 | |
SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,256,655 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (25,004 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 1,231,651 | |
* | Inception date of the Founders Class Shares of the Fund was December 29, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Founders Class Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | For the Period Ended February 28, 2022(1) (Unaudited) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.02 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 0.01 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.01 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.99 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (0.10 | )%(4) |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 12,302 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1.25 | %(5) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 11.08 | %(5) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.94 | )%(5) |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 0 | %(4) |
(1) | Inception date of the Founders Class Shares of the Fund was December 29, 2021. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of the period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Optima Strategic Credit Fund (the “Fund”), which commenced investment operations on December 29, 2021. The Fund is authorized to offer two classes of shares, Founders Class Shares and Investor Class Shares. Investor Class Shares have not yet commenced operations as of the end of the reporting period.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of the Fund is to seek total return.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services – Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the since inception period from December 29, 2021 through February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
Portfolio Valuation — The Fund values its investments at fair value. The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Forward exchange contracts are valued by interpolating between spot and forward currency rates as quoted by an independent pricing service. Futures contracts are generally valued using the settlement price determined by the relevant exchange. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
Fair Value Measurements — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 – | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 – | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 – | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
Short-Term Investments | | $ | 11,886,894 | | | $ | 11,886,894 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 11,886,894 | | | $ | 11,886,894 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* Please refer to the Portfolio of Investments for further details.
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
Use of Estimates — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
Investment Transactions, Investment Income and Expenses — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders — Dividends from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid quarterly. Net realized capital gains (including net short-term capital gains), if any, are distributed by the Fund at least annually. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. Tax Status — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Fund invests depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
Active Management Risk — The Fund is subject to management risk as an actively-managed investment portfolio. The Fund’s ability to achieve its investment objective depends on the investment skill and ability of the Sub-Adviser and on the Sub-Adviser’s ability to correctly identify economic trends.
Cash Positions Risk — The Fund may hold a significant position in cash and/or cash equivalent securities. When the Fund’s investment in cash or cash equivalent securities increases, the Fund may not participate in market advances or declines to the same extent that it would if the Fund were more fully invested in other securities.
Counterparty Risk — Counterparty risk is the risk that the other party(s) to an agreement or a participant to a transaction might default on a contract or fail to perform by failing to pay amounts due or failing to fulfill the obligations of the contract or transaction.
Credit Default Swap Index Product Risk — A credit default swap index product is subject to the risks of the underlying credit default swap obligations, which include risks such as concentration risk and counterparty risk. Concentration risk refers to the certain large institutional buyers that may take large positions in credit default swaps. The failure of such a buyer could materially and adversely affect the credit default swap market as a whole. Counterparty risk refers to the risk that the counterparty to the swap will default on its obligation to pay.
Credit Default Swap Risk — Credit default swaps are typically two-party financial contracts that transfer credit exposure between the two parties. Under a typical CDS, one party (the “seller”) receives pre-determined periodic payments from the other party (the “buyer”). The seller agrees to make specific payments to the buyer if a negative credit event occurs, such as the bankruptcy of or default by the issuer of the underlying debt instrument. The use of CDS involves investment techniques and risks different from those associated with ordinary portfolio security transactions, such as potentially heightened counterparty or concentration risks.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Credit Risk — Credit risk is the risk that an issuer or other obligated party of a debt security may be unable or unwilling to make interest and principal payments when due. Changes in an issuer’s credit rating or the market’s perception of an issuer’s creditworthiness may also affect the value of the Fund’s investment in that issuer. Securities rated in the four highest categories by the rating agencies are considered investment grade but they may also have some speculative characteristics. Investment grade ratings do not guarantee that bonds will not lose value or default. In addition, the credit quality of securities may be lowered if an issuer’s financial condition changes. The Fund could also be delayed or hindered in its enforcement of rights against an issuer, guarantor, or counterparty.
Cyber Security Risk — Cyber security risk is the risk of an unauthorized breach and access to Fund assets, Fund or customer data (including private shareholder information), or proprietary information, or the risk of an incident occurring that causes the Fund, Optima Asset Management LLC (the “Adviser”), Sub-Adviser, custodian, transfer agent, distributor and/or other service providers and financial intermediaries to suffer data breaches, data corruption or lose operational functionality or prevent Fund investors from purchasing, redeeming or exchanging shares or receiving distributions. The Fund and its Adviser and Sub-Adviser have limited ability to prevent or mitigate cyber security incidents affecting third-party service providers. Successful cyber-attacks or other cyber-failures or events affecting the Fund or its service providers may adversely impact and cause financial losses to the Fund or its shareholders. Issuers of securities in which the Fund invests are also subject to cyber security risks, and the value of these securities could decline if the issuers experience cyber-attacks or other cyber-failures.
Derivatives Risk — The Fund’s investments in derivative instruments including options, swaps and futures, which may be leveraged, may result in losses. Investments in derivative instruments may result in losses exceeding the amounts invested. The use of derivatives is a highly specialized activity that involves investment techniques and risks different from those associated with investments in more traditional securities and instruments.
Emerging Markets Risk — Investment in emerging market securities involves greater risk than that associated with investment in foreign securities of developed foreign countries. These risks include volatile currency exchange rates, periods of high inflation, increased risk of default, greater social, economic and political uncertainty and instability, less governmental supervision and regulation of securities markets, weaker auditing and financial reporting standards, lack of liquidity in the markets, and the significantly smaller market capitalizations of emerging market issuers. In addition, the information available about an emerging market issuer may be less reliable than for comparable issuers in more developed capital markets.
Fixed Income Securities Risk — Fixed income securities in which the Fund or an Underlying Fund may invest are subject to certain risks, including: interest rate risk, prepayment risk and credit/default risk. Interest rate risk involves the risk that prices of fixed income securities will rise and fall in response to interest rate changes. Prepayment risk involves the risk that in declining interest rate environments prepayments of principal could increase and require the Fund or an Underlying Fund to reinvest proceeds of the prepayments at lower interest rates. Credit risk involves the risk that the credit rating of a security may be lowered.
Foreign Securities — The Fund’s or an Underlying Fund’s investments in foreign securities are subject to special risks, including, but not limited to, currency exchange rate volatility, political, social or economic instability, and differences in taxation, auditing and other financial practices. Investments in emerging market securities by the Fund or an Underlying Fund are subject to higher risks than those in developed countries because there is greater uncertainty in less established markets and economies. Certain foreign securities in which the Fund or an Underlying Fund may invest may be traded in markets that close before the time that the Fund or Underlying Fund calculates its net asset value (“NAV”). Furthermore, certain foreign securities in which the Fund or an Underlying Fund may invest may be listed on foreign exchanges that trade on weekends or other days when the Fund or Underlying Fund does not calculate its NAV. As a result, the value of the Fund’s holdings may change on days when shareholders are not able to purchase or redeem the Fund’s shares.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Futures Risk — The value of a futures contract tends to increase and decrease in correlation with the value of the underlying instrument. Risks of futures contracts may arise from an imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and the price of the underlying instrument. The Fund’s use of futures contracts exposes the Fund to leverage risk because of the small margin requirements relative to the value of the futures contract. While futures contracts are generally liquid instruments, under certain market conditions they may become illiquid. The price of futures can be highly volatile; using them could lower total return, and the potential loss from futures could exceed the Fund’s initial investment in such contracts.
Government Intervention and Regulatory Changes — The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Dodd-Frank Act”) (which was passed into law in July 2010) significantly revised and expanded the rulemaking, supervisory and enforcement authority of federal bank, securities and commodities regulators. There can be no assurance that future regulatory actions including, but not limited to, those authorized by the Dodd-Frank Act will not adversely impact the Fund. Major changes resulting from legislative or regulatory actions could materially affect the profitability of the Fund or the value of investments made by the Fund or force the Fund to revise its investment strategy or divest certain of its investments. Any of these developments could expose the Fund to additional costs, taxes, liabilities, enforcement actions and reputational risk.
In addition, in October 2020, the SEC adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies. The Fund will be required to implement and comply with new Rule 18f-4 by the third quarter of 2022. Once implemented, Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, treat derivatives as senior securities so that a failure to comply with the limits would result in a statutory violation and require funds whose use of derivatives is more than a limited specified exposure to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. These rules could have a substantial effect on the ability of the Fund to implement fully its investment strategy, as described herein, which may limit the Fund’s ability to achieve its objective.
High Yield Securities — High yield securities, which are rated below investment grade and commonly referred to as “junk” bonds, are high risk, speculative investments that may cause income and principal losses for the Fund. They generally have greater credit risk, are less liquid and have more volatile prices than investment grade securities.
Interest Rate Risk— Interest rate risk is the risk that prices of fixed income securities generally increase when interest rates decline and decrease when interest rates increase. The Fund may lose money if short term or long term interest rates rise sharply or otherwise change in a manner not anticipated by the Sub-Adviser. It is likely there will be less governmental action in the near future to maintain low interest rates. Changing interest rates may have unpredictable effects on the markets and the Fund’s investments and may also affect the liquidity of fixed income securities and instruments held by the Fund. Recent and any future declines in interest rate levels could cause the Fund’s earnings to fall below the Fund’s expense ratio, resulting in a negative yield, and a decline in the Fund’s share price. A general rise in interest rates may cause investors to move out of fixed income securities on a large scale, which could adversely affect the price and liquidity of fixed income securities and could also result in increased redemptions for the Fund. Fluctuations in interest rates may also affect the liquidity of fixed income securities and instruments held by the Fund.
Other — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Optima Asset Management LLC (the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser for the Fund. Anthony Capital Management, LLC (the “Sub-Adviser”) serves as the investment sub-adviser to the Fund. Subject to the supervision of the Board, the Adviser manages the overall investment operations of the Fund, primarily in the form of oversight of the
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Notes To Financial Statements (Continued)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
Sub-Adviser pursuant to the terms of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Adviser and the Company on behalf of the Fund. The Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the“Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table. The Adviser compensates the Sub-Adviser out of the Advisory Fee.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee and/or reimburse expenses in order to limit total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) to the rates (“Expense Cap”) shown in the following table of the Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Cap as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after December 31, 2022.
Advisory Fee | Expense Cap |
| Founders Class |
0.50% | 1.25% |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed were as follows:
Gross Advisory Fees | Waivers and/or Reimbursements | Net Advisory Fees |
$2,239 | $(44,016) | $(41,777) |
If at any time the Fund’s total annual fund operating expenses (not including acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes) for a year are less than the relevant share class’s Expense Cap, the Adviser may recoup any waived or reimbursed amounts from the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund had amounts available for recoupment as follows:
Expiration |
AUGUST 31, 2025 |
$44,016 |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Notes To Financial Statements (Concluded)
February 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
3. Director And Officer Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, there were no purchases or sales of investment securities or long-term U.S. Government securities (excluding short-term investments and derivative transactions) by the Fund.
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Fund is subject to examination by U.S. taxing authorities for the tax periods since the commencement of operations. The amount and character of tax basis distributions and composition of net assets, including distributable earnings (accumulated deficit) are finalized at fiscal year-end; accordingly, tax basis balances have not been determined for the current fiscal period. Since the Fund did not have a full fiscal year, the tax cost of investments is the same as noted in the Portfolio of Investments.
6. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to the Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
7. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Other Information
(Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (866) 239-2026 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement – Optima Strategic Credit Fund
As required by the 1940 Act, the Board, including all of the Directors who are not “interested persons” of the Company, as that term is defined in the 1940 Act (the “Independent Directors”), considered the approval of the investment advisory agreement between the Adviser and the Company (the “Investment Advisory Agreement”) on behalf of the Fund and the approval of the sub-advisory agreement between the Adviser, the Company and the Sub-Adviser (the “Sub-Advisory Agreement”), at a meeting of the Board held on December 15, 2021 (for this section only, the “Meeting”). At the Meeting, the Board, including all of the Independent Directors, approved the Investment Advisory Agreement and the Sub-Advisory Agreement for an initial period ending August 16, 2023. In approving the Investment Advisory Agreement and the Sub-Advisory Agreement, the Board considered information provided by the Adviser and the Sub-Adviser with the assistance and advice of counsel to the Independent Directors and the Company.
In considering the approval of the Investment Advisory Agreement and Sub-Advisory Agreement, the Directors took into account all materials provided prior to and during the Meeting and at other meetings throughout the past year, the presentations made during the Meeting and the discussions held during the Meeting. Among other things, the Directors considered (i) the nature, extent, and quality of services to be provided to the Fund by the Adviser and Sub-Adviser; (ii) descriptions of the experience and qualifications of the personnel providing those services; (iii) the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s investment philosophies and processes; (iv) the Adviser and Sub-Adviser’s assets under management and client descriptions; (v) the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s soft dollar commission and trade allocation policies; (vi) the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s advisory fee arrangements and other similarly managed clients, as applicable; (vii) the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s compliance procedures; (viii) the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s financial information and insurance coverage and profitability analysis relating to providing services to the Fund; (ix) the extent to which economies of scale are relevant to the Fund; and (x) a report prepared by Broadridge/Lipper comparing the Fund’s proposed management fees and total expense ratio to those of its Lipper Group. The Directors noted that the Fund had not yet commenced operations, and consequently there was no performance information to review with respect to the Fund.
As part of their review, the Directors considered the nature, extent and quality of the services proposed to be provided by the Adviser and Sub-Adviser. The Directors concluded that the Adviser and Sub-Adviser had sufficient resources to provide services to the Fund.
The Board also considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund under the proposed Investment Advisory Agreement and Sub-Advisory Agreement. In this regard, information on the fees to be paid the Fund and the Fund’s expected total operating expense ratio (before and after fee waivers and expense reimbursements) were compared to similar information for mutual funds advised by other, unaffiliated investment advisory firms. The Directors noted that the fees would be paid directly by the Sub-Adviser and not by the Fund. The Directors also noted that the Adviser had contractually agreed to waive its management fee and reimburse expenses for at least one year to limit total annual operating expenses to agreed upon levels for each class of the Fund.
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Optima Strategic Credit Fund
Other Information (Concluded)
(Unaudited)
After reviewing the information regarding the Adviser’s and Sub-Adviser’s estimated costs, profitability and economies of scale, and after considering the services to be provided by the Adviser and Sub-Adviser, the Directors concluded that the investment advisory fees to be paid by the Fund to the Adviser and sub-advisory fees to be paid to the Sub-Adviser were fair and reasonable and that the Investment Advisory Agreement and Sub-Advisory Agreement should be approved for an initial period ending August 16, 2023.
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Investment Adviser
Optima Asset Management LLC
10 East 53rd Street
New York, New York 10022
Sub-Adviser
Anthony Capital Management, LLC
421 George Street, Suite 206
De Pere, Wisconsin 54115
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Cohen & Company, Ltd.
1350 Euclid Avenue, Suite 800
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
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ORINDA FUNDS semi-Annual Report February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) Orinda Income Opportunities Fund of the RBB Fund, Inc. Class I Shares – OIOIX Class A Shares – OIOAX Class D Shares – OIODX |
Table of Contents
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Performance Data | 1 |
Fund Expense Examples | 4 |
Allocation of Portfolio Assets | 5 |
Schedule of Investments | 6 |
Financial Statements | 10 |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | 10 |
Statement of Operations | 11 |
Statements of Changes in Net Assets | 12 |
Statement of Cash Flows | 14 |
Financial Highlights | 16 |
Notes to Financial Statements | 19 |
Notice to Shareholders | 30 |
Liquidity Risk Management Program | 31 |
Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Performance Data February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class I Shares (No Load) | -3.05% | 9.86% | 0.58% | 1.45% | 2.78% | |
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index | -4.07% | -2.64% | 3.30% | 2.71% | 2.76% | |
(2) | Inception date of Class I Shares of the Fund was June 28, 2013. |
Until December 31, 2022, the Adviser has agreed to waive its fees to the extent necessary to maintain annualized expense ratios for the Class I Shares of average daily net assets of 1.40% (excluding certain items discussed below). In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause the Fund’s net annualized expense ratio to exceed the applicable expense limitation: acquired fund fees and expenses, short sale dividend expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest and taxes. There can be no assurance that the Adviser will continue such waiver for the Fund after December 31, 2022. The Fund’s expense ratio for the Class I Shares, as stated in the current prospectus, is 1.45%.
Performance data quoted represents past performance; past performance does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Fund may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. Performance data current to the most recent month end may be obtained by calling 1-855-467-4632.
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged, market capitalization-weighted index, comprised predominately of U.S. traded investment grade bonds with maturities of one year or more. The index includes Treasury securities, Government agency bonds, mortgage-backed bonds, and corporate bonds. The index is representative of intermediate duration US investment grade debt securities. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Performance Data (Continued) February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class A Shares (No Load) | -3.14% | 9.59% | 0.32% | 1.17% | 2.49% | |
Class A Shares (Load) | -7.98% | 4.12% | -1.39% | 0.14% | 1.88% | |
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index | -4.07% | -2.64% | 3.30% | 2.71% | 2.76% | |
(2) | Inception date of Class A Shares of the Fund was June 28, 2013. |
Until December 31, 2022, the Adviser has agreed to waive its fees to the extent necessary to maintain annualized expense ratios for the Class A Shares of average daily net assets of 1.65% (excluding certain items discussed below). In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause the Fund’s net annualized expense ratio to exceed the applicable expense limitation: acquired fund fees and expenses, short sale dividend expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest and taxes. There can be no assurance that the Adviser will continue such waiver for the Fund after December 31, 2022. The Fund’s expense ratio for the Class A Shares, as stated in the current prospectus, is 1.70%.
Performance data quoted represents past performance; past performance does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Fund may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. Performance data shown for Class A Shares (Load) reflects the Class A maximum sales charge of 5.00%. Performance data current to the most recent month end may be obtained by calling 1-855-467-4632.
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged, market capitalization-weighted index, comprised predominately of U.S. traded investment grade bonds with maturities of one year or more. The index includes Treasury securities, Government agency bonds, mortgage-backed bonds, and corporate bonds. The index is representative of intermediate duration US investment grade debt securities. It is not possible to invest directly in an index..
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Performance Data (CONCLUDED) February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class D Shares (No Load) | -3.54% | 8.75% | -0.41% | 0.45% | 1.85% | |
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index | -4.07% | -2.64% | 3.30% | 2.71% | 2.77% | |
(2) | Inception date of Class D Shares of the Fund was September 27, 2013. |
Until December 31, 2022, the Adviser has agreed to waive its fees to the extent necessary to maintain annualized expense ratios for the Class D Shares of average daily net assets of 2.40% (excluding certain items discussed below). In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause the Fund’s net annualized expense ratio to exceed the applicable expense limitation: acquired fund fees and expenses, short sale dividend expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest and taxes. There can be no assurance that the Adviser will continue such waiver for the Fund after December 31, 2022. The Fund’s expense ratio for the Class D Shares, as stated in the current prospectus, is 2.45%.
Performance data quoted represents past performance; past performance does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Fund may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. Performance data current to the most recent month end may be obtained by calling 1-855-467-4632.
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged, market capitalization-weighted index, comprised predominately of U.S. traded investment grade bonds with maturities of one year or more. The index includes Treasury securities, Government agency bonds, mortgage-backed bonds, and corporate bonds. The index is representative of intermediate duration US investment grade debt securities. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Fund Expense Examples February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, (if any); and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022.
ACTUAL EXPENSES
The first section in the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this section together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the section under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
HYPOTHETICAL EXAMPLE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES
The second section of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or exchange fees. Therefore, the second section of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| | Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | | | Ending Account VALUE FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | ANNUALIZED EXPENSE RATIO | | | ACTUAL SIX-MONTH TOTAL INVESTMENT RETURN FOR THE FUND | |
Actual | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 969.50 | | | $ | 7.03 | | | | 1.44 | % | | | -3.05 | % |
Class A Shares | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 968.60 | | | | 8.25 | | | | 1.69 | | | | -3.14 | |
Class D Shares | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 952.45 | | | | 10.09 | | | | 2.45 | | | | -3.54 | |
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Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,017.65 | | | $ | 7.20 | | | | 1.44 | % | | | N/A | |
Class A Shares | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,016.41 | | | | 8.45 | | | | 1.69 | | | | N/A | |
Class D Shares | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,012.65 | | | | 12.23 | | | | 2.45 | | | | N/A | |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class D Shares annualized six-month expense ratios for the period September 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. The Fund’s ending account values in the first section in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund’s respective share classes. |
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Allocation of Portfolio Assets February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
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Percentages represent market value as a percentage of net assets. Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Schedule of Investments February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
Common Stocks - 0.6%
| | Number of Shares | | | Value
| |
Financials - 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Newlake Capital Partners, Inc. | | | 35,000 | | | $ | 841,746 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Real Estate - 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
American Finance Trust, Inc. (The) | | | 18,175 | | | | 127,952 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | 969,698 | |
(Cost $1,173,488) | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
REITS - 100.3% | | | | | | |
Financials - 28.7% | | | | | | | | |
AGNC Investment Corp. - Series C, 7.00% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.11%) (a)(b) | | | 157,542 | | | | 3,832,997 | |
AGNC Investment Corp. - Series D, 6.88% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.33%) (a)(b) | | | 60,000 | | | | 1,470,600 | |
AGNC Investment Corp. - Series E, 6.50% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.99%) (a) | | | 46,015 | | | | 1,106,661 | |
AGNC Investment Corp. - Series F, 6.13% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.70%) (a) | | | 31,100 | | | | 728,051 | |
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. | | | 120,000 | | | | 835,200 | |
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. - Series F, 6.95% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.99%) (a) | | | 95,097 | | | | 2,268,063 | |
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. - Series G, 6.50% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.17%) (a) | | | 39,250 | | | | 892,545 | |
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. - Series I, 6.75% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.99%) (a) | | | 138,501 | | | | 3,360,034 | |
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc. | | | 60,152 | | | | 784,984 | |
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 15,000 | | | | 270,000 | |
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. - Series D, 6.38% | | | 79,473 | | | | 1,837,416 | |
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. - Series E, 6.25% | | | 92,000 | | | | 2,123,360 | |
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. - Series F, 6.25% (SOFR + 5.44%) (a) | | | 35,000 | | | | 856,450 | |
Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. | | | 42,128 | | | | 1,338,828 | |
Chimera Investment Corp. - Series A, 8.00% (b) | | | 71,755 | | | | 1,796,028 | |
Chimera Investment Corp. - Series B, 8.00% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.79%) (a)(b) | | | 36,812 | | | | 913,306 | |
Chimera Investment Corp. - Series C, 7.75% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.74%) (a) | | | 74,632 | | | | 1,835,947 | |
Chimera Investment Corp. - Series D, 8.00% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.38%) (a)(b) | | | 79,733 | | | | 1,972,594 | |
Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. - Series E, 7.50% | | | 48,338 | | | | 1,117,091 | |
Invesco Mortgage Capital, Inc. - Series C, 7.50% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.29%) (a) | | | 35,500 | | | | 860,165 | |
KKR Real Estate Finance Trust, Inc. | | | 76,742 | | | | 1,647,651 | |
KKR Real Estate Finance Trust, Inc. - Series A, 6.50% (b) | | | 156,500 | | | | 3,827,990 | |
New Residential Investment Corp. - Series A, 7.50% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.80%) (a)(b) | | | 22,933 | | | | 570,344 | |
New Residential Investment Corp. - Series B, 7.13% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.64%) (a)(b) | | | 57,374 | | | | 1,354,026 | |
New Residential Investment Corp. - Series C, 6.38% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 4.97%) (a)(b) | | | 98,129 | | | | 2,135,287 | |
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust - Series A, 8.13% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.83%) (a) | | | 14,110 | | | | 363,474 | |
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust - Series B, 8.00% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.99%) (a)(b) | | | 51,468 | | | | 1,318,610 | |
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust - Series C, 6.75% | | | 67,000 | | | | 1,509,510 | |
Starwood Property Trust, Inc. | | | 52,650 | | | | 1,255,176 | |
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc. - Series C, 6.25% (b) | | | 55,000 | | | | 1,191,850 | |
| | | | | | | 45,374,238 | |
Real Estate - 71.6% | | | | | | | | |
Agree Realty Corp. | | | 20,000 | | | | 1,283,000 | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. | | | 14,500 | | | | 2,746,300 | |
American Assets Trust, Inc. | | | 76,026 | | | | 2,779,511 | |
American Homes 4 Rent - Series F, 5.88% | | | 76,499 | | | | 1,918,595 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Schedule Of Investments (Continued) February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
reits - 100.3% (continued)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value
| |
Real Estate - 71.6% (Continued) | | | | | | | | |
American Homes 4 Rent - Series G, 5.88% (b) | | | 60,316 | | | $ | 1,515,138 | |
American Homes 4 Rent - Series H, 6.25% | | | 19,659 | | | | 515,656 | |
Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. | | | 72,553 | | | | 1,065,078 | |
Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. - Series A, 6.75% | | | 94,448 | | | | 2,432,036 | |
Bluerock Residential Growth REIT, Inc. - Series C, 7.63% | | | 9,428 | | | | 240,150 | |
Bluerock Residential Growth REIT, Inc. - Series D, 7.13% (b) | | | 52,627 | | | | 1,331,463 | |
Centerspace - Series C, 6.63% (b) | | | 19,046 | | | | 482,816 | |
Chatham Lodging Trust - Series A, 6.63% (b) | | | 85,575 | | | | 2,042,675 | |
Corporate Office Properties Trust | | | 73,500 | | | | 1,926,435 | |
CTO Realty Growth, Inc. - Series A, 6.38% | | | 16,000 | | | | 409,600 | |
DiamondRock Hospitality Co., 8.25% | | | 73,054 | | | | 1,902,260 | |
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 12,800 | | | | 1,726,976 | |
DigitalBridge Group, Inc. - Series H, 7.13% (b) | | | 39,587 | | | | 977,799 | |
DigitalBridge Group, Inc. - Series I, 7.15% (b) | | | 65,259 | | | | 1,609,940 | |
DigitalBridge Group, Inc. - Series J, 7.13% | | | 100,216 | | | | 2,484,355 | |
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. | | | 55,700 | | | | 1,159,674 | |
Federal Realty Investment Trust | | | 15,573 | | | | 1,831,073 | |
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. | | | 21,500 | | | | 976,315 | |
Global Medical REIT, Inc. | | | 43,676 | | | | 685,713 | |
Global Net Lease, Inc. - Series A, 7.25% | | | 56,191 | | | | 1,392,413 | |
Hersha Hospitality Trust - Series C, 6.88% | | | 48,948 | | | | 1,145,383 | |
Hersha Hospitality Trust - Series E, 6.50% | | | 159,755 | | | | 3,474,224 | |
Highwoods Properties, Inc. | | | 74,060 | | | | 3,229,016 | |
iStar, Inc. - Series D, 8.00% (b) | | | 51,662 | | | | 1,300,849 | |
iStar, Inc. - Series I, 7.50% | | | 35,793 | | | | 904,847 | |
LTC Properties, Inc. | | | 58,700 | | | | 1,985,821 | |
Macerich Co. (The) | | | 451,950 | | | | 6,914,835 | |
National Health Investors, Inc. | | | 23,100 | | | | 1,231,461 | |
National Storage Affiliates Trust - Series A, 6.00% | | | 49,044 | | | | 1,231,495 | |
Necessity Retail REIT Inc. (The) - Series A, 7.50% | | | 41,000 | | | | 1,045,500 | |
Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. | | | 51,450 | | | | 1,449,346 | |
Paramount Group, Inc. | | | 48,000 | | | | 537,120 | |
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust - Series E, 6.38% (b) | | | 96,492 | | | | 2,291,685 | |
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust - Series F, 6.30% | | | 92,505 | | | | 2,174,793 | |
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust - Series G, 6.38% (b) | | | 90,389 | | | | 2,255,206 | |
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust - Series H, 5.70% (b) | | | 100,000 | | | | 2,192,000 | |
Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 112,828 | | | | 1,922,589 | |
Postal Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 108,075 | | | | 1,885,909 | |
PS Business Parks, Inc. - Series Z, 4.88% (b) | | | 37,900 | | | | 871,321 | |
Regency Centers Corp. | | | 12,500 | | | | 823,625 | |
RLJ Lodging Trust - Series A, 1.95% (b)(c) | | | 215,432 | | | | 5,687,405 | |
RPT Realty - Series D, 7.25% | | | 11,056 | | | | 638,042 | |
Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. (b) | | | 198,950 | | | | 2,671,898 | |
Seritage Growth Properties - Series A, 7.00% | | | 32,452 | | | | 683,115 | |
Simon Property Group, Inc. | | | 30,500 | | | | 4,195,580 | |
SITE Centers Corp. | | | 41,750 | | | | 649,212 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Schedule Of Investments (Continued) February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
reits - 100.3% (continued)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value
| |
Real Estate - 71.6% (Continued) | | | | | | | | |
SL Green Realty Corp. | | | 1 | | | $ | 71 | |
SL Green Realty Corp. - Series I, 6.50% (b) | | | 34,765 | | | | 869,473 | |
Spirit Realty Capital, Inc. | | | 16,700 | | | | 774,379 | |
Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. - Series E, 6.25% | | | 50,665 | | | | 1,246,359 | |
Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. - Series F, 5.88% | | | 108,000 | | | | 2,563,920 | |
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. - Series H, 6.13% | | | 60,000 | | | | 1,473,600 | |
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. - Series I, 5.70% | | | 70,000 | | | | 1,656,900 | |
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. | | | 68,100 | | | | 1,135,908 | |
UMH Properties, Inc. - Series C, 6.75% | | | 74,612 | | | | 1,874,253 | |
UMH Properties, Inc. - Series D, 6.38% | | | 54,000 | | | | 1,352,700 | |
Urban Edge Properties | | | 82,700 | | | | 1,506,794 | |
Vornado Realty Trust | | | 213,000 | | | | 9,218,640 | |
Vornado Realty Trust - Series M, 5.25% | | | 25,515 | | | | 587,610 | |
| | | | | | | 113,087,855 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL REITS | | | | | | | 158,462,093 | |
(Cost $153,542,773) | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
PREFERRED STOCKS - 4.4% | | | | | | |
Financials - 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Invesco Mortgage Capital, Inc. - Series B, 7.75% (3 Month LIBOR USD + 5.18%) (a)(b) | | | 38,008 | | | | 878,365 | |
MFA Financial, Inc. - Series B, 7.50% | | | 11,897 | | | | 292,547 | |
| | | | | | | 1,170,912 | |
Industrials - 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Triton International Ltd., 6.88% | | | 35,606 | | | | 898,696 | |
Triton International Ltd., 7.38% (c) | | | 51,600 | | | | 1,340,568 | |
| | | | | | | 2,239,264 | |
Real Estate - 2.3% | | | | | | | | |
Hersha Hospitality Trust - Series D, 6.50% | | | 137,777 | | | | 3,000,783 | |
iStar, Inc. - Series G, 7.65% | | | 22,245 | | | | 559,237 | |
| | | | | | | 3,560,020 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS | | | | | | | 6,970,196 | |
(Cost $7,079,430) | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCKS - 1.0% | | | | | | |
Real Estate - 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
CorEnergy Infrastructure Trust, Inc. - Series A, 7.38% | | | 75,884 | | | | 1,578,387 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCKS | | | | | | | 1,578,387 | |
(Cost $1,867,748) | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Schedule Of Investments (Concluded) February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
Closed-end mutual funds - 1.0%
| | Number of Shares | | | Value
| |
Nuveen Preferred Income Opportunities Fund (b) | | | 170,000 | | | $ | 1,453,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL CLOSED-END MUTUAL FUNDS | | | | | | | 1,453,500 | |
(Cost $1,383,440) | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS - 2.0% | | | | | | |
First American Treasury Obligations Fund, 0.01% (d) | | | 3,179,230 | | | | 3,179,230 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | 3,179,230 | |
(Cost $3,179,230) | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $168,226,110) - 109.3% | | | | | | | 172,613,104 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS - (9.3)% | | | | | | | (14,621,557 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS - 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 157,991,547 | |
Percentages are stated as a percent of net assets.
(a) | Variable Rate Security. The rate shown represents the rate at February 28, 2022. |
(b) | All or a portion of the security has been segregated for open short positions. |
(c) | U.S. traded security of a foreign issuer or corporation. |
(d) | Seven-day yield as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statement of Assets and Liabilities February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value (cost $165,046,880) | | $ | 169,433,874 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $3,179,230) | | | 3,179,230 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Investments sold | | | 1,605,745 | |
Dividends and interest | | | 510,574 | |
Capital shares sold | | | 152,121 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 23,385 | |
Total assets | | | 174,904,929 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Due to Broker | | | 795,787 | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Loans payable | | | 14,713,967 | |
Investments purchased | | | 890,981 | |
Capital shares redeemed | | | 249,034 | |
Advisory fees | | | 122,856 | |
Distribution and service fees | | | 47,882 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 92,875 | |
Total liabilities | | | 16,913,382 | |
Net assets | | | 157,991,547 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 8,813 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 196,091,303 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | (38,108,569 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 157,991,547 | |
CLASS I SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 143,243,415 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 7,978,198 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 17.95 | |
| | | | |
CLASS A SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 5,651,406 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 315,898 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 17.89 | |
Maximum offering price per share (net asset value divided by 95.00%) | | $ | 18.83 | |
| | | | |
CLASS D SHARES: | | | | |
Net assets | | $ | 9,096,726 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 519,238 | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 17.52 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statement of Operations FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Dividends (net of foreign withholding taxes of $0) | | $ | 6,601,769 | |
Interest income | | | 148 | |
Total investment income | | | 6,601,917 | |
| | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | $ | 896,769 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 126,124 | |
Interest expense | | | 108,655 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 57,102 | |
Distribution fees - Class D Shares | | | 49,494 | |
Distribution fees - Class A Shares | | | 8,421 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 24,496 | |
Legal fees | | | 15,985 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 12,822 | |
Officer fees | | | 12,487 | |
Director fees | | | 12,333 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 8,765 | |
Dividend expense on securities sold-short | | | 8,093 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 3,035 | |
Other expenses | | | 8,848 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1,353,429 | |
Less: waivers and/or reimbursements (Note 2) | | | — | |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 1,353,429 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 5,248,488 | |
| | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from: | | | | |
Investments | | $ | 6,340,443 | |
Securities sold short | | | (252,229 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on: | | | | |
Investments | | $ | (17,310,852 | ) |
Securities sold short | | | 448,161 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (10,774,477 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (5,525,989 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statements of Changes in Net Assets |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year ended August 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 5,248,488 | | | $ | 3,292,955 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 6,088,214 | | | | 15,890,569 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (16,862,691 | ) | | | 26,976,555 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (5,525,989 | ) | | | 46,160,079 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | (4,888,670 | ) | | | (5,711,462 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | (204,260 | ) | | | (339,983 | ) |
Class D Shares | | | (277,070 | ) | | | (283,885 | ) |
Return of Capital | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | — | | | | (4,767,912 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | — | | | | (301,835 | ) |
Class D Shares | | | — | | | | (304,923 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (5,370,000 | ) | | | (11,710,000 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 11,121,731 | | | | 35,187,084 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 3,639,223 | | | | 8,175,027 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (42,973,271 | ) | | | (42,958,063 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | (28,212,317 | ) | | | 404,048 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 275,747 | | | | 1,897,639 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 101,429 | | | | 300,780 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,764,458 | ) | | | (10,880,258 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | (1,387,282 | ) | | | (8,681,839 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Class D Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 374,844 | | | | 2,242,051 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 190,795 | | | | 400,255 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,277,546 | ) | | | (3,748,213 | ) |
Total from Class D Shares | | | (711,907 | ) | | | (1,105,907 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | (30,311,506 | ) | | | (9,383,698 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (41,207,495 | ) | | | 25,066,381 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 199,199,042 | | | | 174,132,661 | |
End of period | | $ | 157,991,547 | | | $ | 199,199,042 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statements Of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded) |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year ended August 31, 2021 | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 587,317 | | | | 2,015,894 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 194,138 | | | | 484,622 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (2,307,310 | ) | | | (2,503,338 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (1,525,855 | ) | | | (2,822 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 14,692 | | | | 103,697 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 5,429 | | | | 18,254 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (94,670 | ) | | | (649,354 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (74,549 | ) | | | (527,403 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Class D Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 20,471 | | | | 135,875 | |
Dividends and distributions reinvested | | | 10,411 | | | | 24,267 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (69,963 | ) | | | (223,231 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) | | | (39,081 | ) | | | (63,089 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | (1,639,485 | ) | | | (593,314 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statement of Cash Flows |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year ended August 31, 2021 | |
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | $ | (5,525,989 | ) | | $ | 46,160,079 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net increase/(decrease) in net assets from operations to net cash used in operating activities: | | | | | | | | |
Purchases of investments | | | (94,184,639 | ) | | | (284,972,170 | ) |
Purchases to cover securities sold short | | | (15,329,454 | ) | | | (15,202,162 | ) |
Proceeds from sales of long-term investments | | | 121,883,789 | | | | 303,431,066 | |
Proceeds from securities sold short | | | 4,396,786 | | | | 25,795,921 | |
Premiums received on written options | | | — | | | | 154,912 | |
Purchases of short-term investments, net | | | (1,804,954 | ) | | | (532,145 | ) |
Return of capital and capital gain distributions received from underlying investments | | | 1,507,052 | | | | 8,555,073 | |
Proceeds from litigation income | | | 287,670 | | | | 218,896 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (6,340,439 | ) | | | (15,914,370 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) on short transactions | | | 252,229 | | | | 79,594 | |
Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | 17,310,852 | | | | (27,424,605 | ) |
Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on short transactions | | | (448,161 | ) | | | 448,049 | |
Increases/(decreases) in operating assets: | | | | | | | | |
Increase/(decrease) in dividends and interest receivable | | | (32,298 | ) | | | 182,760 | |
Increase/(decrease) in deposits at broker for short sales | | | 10,157,114 | | | | (10,157,114 | ) |
Increase/(decrease) in receivable for investment securities sold | | | 140,140 | | | | (896,091 | ) |
Increase/(decrease) in prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 15,442 | | | | 9,333 | |
Increases/(decreases) in operating liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Increase/(decrease) in due to broker: | | | 795,787 | | | | — | |
Increase/(decrease) in payable for investment securities purchased | | | 19,744 | | | | 221,277 | |
Increase/(decrease) in payable to advisor | | | (46,142 | ) | | | 13,901 | |
Increase/(decrease) in payable for distribution and service fees | | | (2,391 | ) | | | 677 | |
Increase/(decrease) in other accrued expenses | | | (32,938 | ) | | | (70,087 | ) |
Net cash used in operating activities | | | 33,019,200 | | | | 30,102,794 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Statement Of Cash Flows (concluded) |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year ended August 31, 2021 | |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | $ | 11,783,279 | | | $ | 39,278,339 | |
Payment on shares redeemed | | | (45,969,131 | ) | | | (57,803,579 | ) |
Cash distributions paid to shareholders | | | (1,438,553 | ) | | | (2,833,938 | ) |
Increase/(decrease) in loan payable | | | 2,605,205 | | | | (8,743,616 | ) |
Net cash provided by financing activities | | | (33,019,200 | ) | | | (30,102,794 | ) |
Net change in cash | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
CASH: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning balance | | | — | | | | — | |
Ending balance | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES: | | | | | | | | |
Cash paid for interest | | $ | 108,655 | | | $ | 140,904 | |
Non-cash financing activities - distributions reinvested | | | 3,931,447 | | | | 8,876,062 | |
Non-cash financing activities - increase/(decrease) in receivable for Fund shares sold | | | (10,957 | ) | | | 48,435 | |
Non-cash financing activities - increase/(decrease) in payable for Fund shares redeemed | | | (170,901 | ) | | | (217,045 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Financial Highlights |
For a capital share outstanding throughout the period
| | CLASS I SHARES | |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | Six Months Ended August 31, 2017 (2),(3) | | | Year Ended February 28, 2017 | |
Net asset value – Beginning of period | | $ | 19.08 | | | $ | 15.78 | | | $ | 21.83 | | | $ | 22.50 | | | $ | 23.42 | | | $ | 23.66 | | | $ | 21.36 | |
Income from Investment Operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.55 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 0.67 | | | | 0.95 | | | | 0.86 | | | | 0.63 | | | | 1.10 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1.11 | ) | | | 4.10 | | | | (5.44 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 2.90 | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.56 | ) | | | 4.42 | | | | (4.77 | ) | | | 0.83 | | | | 0.69 | | | | 0.61 | | | | 4.00 | |
Less Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (0.57 | ) | | | (0.61 | ) | | | (0.95 | ) | | | (1.14 | ) | | | (1.15 | ) | | | (0.63 | ) | | | (1.10 | ) |
Distributions from net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.60 | ) |
Total distributions | | | (0.57 | ) | | | (1.12 | ) | | | (1.28 | ) | | | (1.50 | ) | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.85 | ) | | | (1.70 | ) |
Net asset value – End of period | | $ | 17.95 | | | $ | 19.08 | | | $ | 15.78 | | | $ | 21.83 | | | $ | 22.50 | | | $ | 23.42 | | | $ | 23.66 | |
Total return/(loss) | | | (3.05 | )%(4) | | | 29.12 | % | | | (22.22 | )% | | | 4.17 | % | | | 3.24 | % | | | 2.62 | %(4) | | | 19.29 | % |
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Ratios and Supplemental Data: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (thousands) | | $ | 143,243 | | | $ | 181,351 | | | $ | 150,062 | | | $ | 206,355 | | | $ | 193,184 | | | $ | 193,361 | | | $ | 180,360 | |
Ratio of operating expenses to average net assets: | | | | | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 1.44 | %(5) | | | 1.40 | % | | | 1.71 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.92 | % | | | 1.82 | %(5) | | | 2.01 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 1.44 | %(5) | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.69 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.92 | % | | | 1.82 | %(5) | | | 2.01 | % |
Ratio of interest expense and dividends on short positions to average net assets | | | 0.13 | %(5) | | | 0.09 | % | | | 0.35 | % | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.63 | % | | | 0.55 | %(5) | | | 0.68 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets: | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 5.91 | %(5) | | | 1.88 | % | | | 3.65 | % | | | 4.43 | % | | | 3.83 | % | | | 5.33 | %(5) | | | 4.68 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 5.91 | %(5) | | | 1.85 | % | | | 3.67 | % | | | 4.43 | % | | | 3.83 | % | | | 5.33 | %(5) | | | 4.68 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 49 | %(4) | | | 149 | % | | | 153 | % | | | 131 | % | | | 102 | % | | | 46 | %(4) | | | 121 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. |
(2) | Effective as of the close of business on April 28, 2017, the Fund acquired all the assets and liabilities of the Orinda Income Opportunities Fund, a series of Advisors Series Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”). The financial highlights for the periods prior to that date reflect the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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For a capital share outstanding throughout the period
| | CLASS A SHARES | |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | Six Months Ended August 31, 2017 (2),(3) | | | Year Ended February 28, 2017 | |
Net asset value – Beginning of period | | $ | 19.02 | | | $ | 15.74 | | | $ | 21.77 | | | $ | 22.46 | | | $ | 23.33 | | | $ | 23.58 | | | $ | 21.31 | |
Income from Investment Operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.53 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 0.68 | | | | 0.85 | | | | 0.77 | | | | 0.59 | | | | 1.03 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1.11 | ) | | | 4.06 | | | | (5.48 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 2.88 | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 4.36 | | | | (4.80 | ) | | | 0.75 | | | | 0.63 | | | | 0.57 | | | | 3.91 | |
Less Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.57 | ) | | | (0.90 | ) | | | (1.08 | ) | | | (1.04 | ) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | (1.04 | ) |
Distributions from net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.60 | ) |
Total distributions | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (1.08 | ) | | | (1.23 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (1.50 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (1.64 | ) |
Net asset value – End of period | | $ | 17.89 | | | $ | 19.02 | | | $ | 15.74 | | | $ | 21.77 | | | $ | 22.46 | | | $ | 23.33 | | | $ | 23.58 | |
Total return/(loss) | | | (3.14 | )%(4) | | | 28.78 | % | | | (22.43 | )% | | | 3.82 | % | | | 2.94 | % | | | 2.49 | %(4) | | | 18.90 | % |
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Ratios and Supplemental Data: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (thousands) | | $ | 5,651 | | | $ | 7,427 | | | $ | 14,444 | | | $ | 62,963 | | | $ | 45,783 | | | $ | 112,549 | | | $ | 101,270 | |
Ratio of operating expenses to average net assets: | | | | | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 1.69 | %(5) | | | 1.65 | % | | | 1.82 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.07 | % | | | 2.12 | %(5) | | | 2.29 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 1.69 | %(5) | | | 1.69 | % | | | 1.80 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.07 | % | | | 2.12 | %(5) | | | 2.29 | % |
Ratio of interest expense and dividends on short positions to average net assets | | | 0.13 | %(5) | | | 0.08 | % | | | 0.25 | % | | | 0.46 | % | | | 0.51 | % | | | 0.55 | %(5) | | | 0.66 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets: | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 5.70 | %(5) | | | 1.80 | % | | | 3.34 | % | | | 3.96 | % | | | 3.37 | % | | | 5.03 | %(5) | | | 4.34 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 5.70 | %(5) | | | 1.76 | % | | | 3.36 | % | | | 3.96 | % | | | 3.37 | % | | | 5.03 | %(5) | | | 4.34 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 49 | %(4) | | | 149 | % | | | 153 | % | | | 131 | % | | | 102 | % | | | 46 | %(4) | | | 121 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. |
(2) | Effective as of the close of business on April 28, 2017, the Fund acquired all the assets and liabilities of the Orinda Income Opportunities Fund, a series of Advisors Series Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”). The financial highlights for the periods prior to that date reflect the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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For a capital share outstanding throughout the period
| | CLASS D SHARES | |
| | Six Months Ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | Six Months Ended August 31, 2017 (2),(3) | | | Year Ended February 28, 2017 | |
Net asset value – Beginning of period | | $ | 18.66 | | | $ | 15.49 | | | $ | 21.52 | | | $ | 22.23 | | | $ | 23.18 | | | $ | 23.49 | | | $ | 21.25 | |
Income from Investment Operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.45 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.49 | | | | 0.73 | | | | 0.63 | | | | 0.51 | | | | 0.87 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1.08 | ) | | | 4.00 | | | | (5.36 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 2.88 | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.63 | ) | | | 4.15 | | | | (4.87 | ) | | | 0.60 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 0.49 | | | | 3.75 | |
Less Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.95 | ) | | | (0.96 | ) | | | (0.58 | ) | | | (0.90 | ) |
Distributions from net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Return of capital | | | — | | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.61 | ) |
Total distributions | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.98 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (1.31 | ) | | | (1.42 | ) | | | (0.80 | ) | | | (1.51 | ) |
Net asset value – End of period | | $ | 17.52 | | | $ | 18.66 | | | $ | 15.49 | | | $ | 21.52 | | | $ | 22.23 | | | $ | 23.18 | | | $ | 23.49 | |
Total return/(loss) | | | (3.54 | )%(4) | | | 27.80 | % | | | (22.99 | )% | | | 3.12 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.13 | %(4) | | | 18.10 | % |
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Ratios and Supplemental Data: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (thousands) | | $ | 9,097 | | | $ | 10,420 | | | $ | 9,626 | | | $ | 17,939 | | | $ | 20,497 | | | $ | 22,274 | | | $ | 23,963 | |
Ratio of operating expenses to average net assets: | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 2.45 | %(5) | | | 2.40 | % | | | 2.70 | % | | | 2.80 | % | | | 2.93 | % | | | 2.79 | %(5) | | | 2.98 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 2.45 | %(5) | | | 2.43 | % | | | 2.68 | % | | | 2.80 | % | | | 2.93 | % | | | 2.79 | %(5) | | | 2.98 | % |
Ratio of interest expense and dividends on short positions to average net assets | | | 0.13 | %(5) | | | 0.09 | % | | | 0.34 | % | | | 0.52 | % | | | 0.64 | % | | | 0.55 | %(5) | | | 0.67 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets: | | | | |
Before Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 4.94 | %(5) | | | 0.90 | % | | | 2.65 | % | | | 3.43 | % | | | 2.90 | % | | | 4.36 | %(5) | | | 3.76 | % |
After Recoupments/Reimbursements | | | 4.94 | %(5) | | | 0.88 | % | | | 2.67 | % | | | 3.43 | % | | | 2.90 | % | | | 4.36 | %(5) | | | 3.76 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 49 | %(4) | | | 149 | % | | | 153 | % | | | 131 | % | | | 102 | % | | | 46 | %(4) | | | 121 | % |
(1) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. |
(2) | Effective as of the close of business on April 28, 2017, the Fund acquired all the assets and liabilities of the Orinda Income Opportunities Fund, a series of Advisors Series Trust (the “Predecessor Fund”). The financial highlights for the periods prior to that date reflect the performance of the Predecessor Fund. |
(3) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end to August 31. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Notes to Financial Statements February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
1. ORGANIZATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Orinda Income Opportunities Fund (the “Fund”), which became a series of RBB as of the close of business on April 28, 2017. The Fund is authorized to offer three classes of shares, Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class D Shares. Class A Shares are sold subject to a front-end maximum sales charge of 5.00%. Front-end sales charges may be reduced or waived under certain circumstances. Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class D Shares commenced investment operations on June 28, 2013, June 28, 2013 and September 27, 2013, respectively.
Prior to April 28, 2017, the Fund was a series (the “Predecessor Fund”) of Advisors Series Trust (the “Trust”), an open-end management investment company (or mutual fund) organized on October 3, 1996, as a statutory trust under the laws of the State of Delaware. The Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Fund on April 28, 2017 (the “Reorganization”). As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Performance and accounting information prior to April 28, 2017 included herein is that of the Predecessor Fund.
On January 20, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Company approved an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization with respect to the Fund (the “Plan”). The Plan provides for the sale of all of the assets of the Fund to, and the assumption of all of the liabilities of the Fund by, AXS Income Opportunities Fund (the “Acquiring Fund”), a newly-created series of Investment Managers Series Trust II, in exchange for the Acquiring Fund’s shares with the same aggregate net asset value as shares of the Fund, which would be distributed pro rata by the Fund to the holders of its shares in complete liquidation of the Fund (the “Reorganization”). AXS Investments LLC is the investment adviser of the Acquiring Fund. The investment objectives, investment policies and strategies of the Acquiring Fund and the Fund are the same or substantially similar. The Reorganization is subject to approval by the shareholders of the Fund. A special meeting of shareholders of the Fund has been scheduled for May 6, 2022 to seek approval of the Plan and the related Reorganization (the “Shareholder Meeting”). A related proxy statement in connection with the Shareholder Meeting that further describes the Plan and the Reorganization will be distributed in advance of the Shareholder Meeting.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize current income with potential for modest growth of capital.
The Fund is an investment company and follows the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services-Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six-months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. Investments in other open-end investment companies are valued based on the NAV of the investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as disclosed in their prospectuses). Options for which the primary market is a national securities exchange are valued at the last sale price on the exchange on which they are traded, or, in the absence of any sale, will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Options not traded on a national securities exchange are valued at the last quoted bid price for long option positions and the closing ask
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price for short option positions. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments. Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant. The Fund may use fair value pricing more frequently for securities traded primarily in non-U.S. markets because, among other things, most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities, generally as of 4:00 p.m. Eastern time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, government actions or pronouncements, aftermarket trading, or news events may have occurred in the interim. To account for this, the Fund may value foreign securities using fair value prices based on third-party vendor modeling tools (international fair value pricing).
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Assets | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial | | $ | 841,746 | | | $ | 841,746 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Real Estate | | | 127,952 | | | | 127,952 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 969,698 | | | | 969,698 | | | | — | | | | — | |
REITs | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financials | | | 45,374,238 | | | | 45,374,238 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 113,087,855 | | | | 112,605,039 | | | | 482,816 | | | | — | |
Total REITs | | | 158,462,093 | | | | 157,979,277 | | | | 482,816 | | | | — | |
Preferred Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financials | | | 1,170,912 | | | | 1,170,912 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Industrials | | | 2,239,264 | | | | 2,239,264 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Real Estate | | | 3,560,020 | | | | 3,560,020 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Preferred Stocks | | | 6,970,196 | | | | 6,970,196 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Real Estate | | | 1,578,387 | | | | 1,578,387 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | 1,578,387 | | | | 1,578,387 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Closed-End Mutual Funds | | | 1,453,500 | | | | 1,453,500 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 3,179,230 | | | | 3,179,230 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments in Securities | | $ | 172,613,104 | | | $ | 172,130,288 | | | $ | 482,816 | | | $ | — | |
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At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
Foreign securities that utilize international fair pricing are categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
DISCLOSURES ABOUT DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES — The Fund may use derivatives for different purposes, such as a substitute for taking a position in the underlying asset and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate or currency risk. The various derivative instruments that the Fund may use are options, futures, swaps, and forward foreign currency contracts, among others. The Fund may also use derivatives for leverage, in which case their use would involve leveraging risk. The Fund’s use of derivative instruments involves risks different from, or possibly greater than, the risks associated with investing directly in securities and other traditional investments. Derivatives are subject to a number of risks, such as liquidity risk, interest rate risk, market risk, credit risk, and management risk. A Fund investing in a derivative instrument could lose more than the principal amount invested.
The Fund has adopted the disclosure provisions of FASB Accounting Standard Codification 815, Derivatives and Hedging (“ASC 815”). ASC 815 requires enhanced disclosures about the Fund’s use of, and accounting for, derivative instruments and the effect of derivative instruments on the Fund’s results of operations and financial position. Tabular disclosure regarding derivative fair value and gain/loss by contract type (e.g., interest rate contracts, foreign exchange contracts, credit contracts, etc.) is required and derivatives accounted for as hedging instruments under ASC 815 must be disclosed separately from those that do not qualify for hedge accounting. Even though the Fund may use derivatives in an attempt to achieve an economic hedge, the Fund’s derivatives are not accounted for as hedging instruments under ASC 815 because investment companies account for their derivatives at fair value and record any changes in fair value in current period earnings.
OPTIONS — The Fund may utilize options for hedging purposes as well as direct investment. Some options strategies, including buying puts, tend to hedge the Fund’s investments against price fluctuations. Other strategies, such as writing puts and calls and buying calls, tend to increase market exposure. Options contracts may be combined with each other in order to adjust the risk and return characteristics of each Fund’s overall strategy in a manner deemed appropriate to the Adviser and consistent with each Fund’s investment objective and policies. When a call or put option is written, an amount equal to the premium received is recorded as a liability. The liability is marked-to-market daily to reflect the current fair value of the written option. When a written option expires, a gain is realized in the amount of the premium originally received. If a closing purchase contract is entered into, a gain or loss is realized in the amount of the original premium less the cost of the closing transaction. If a written call option is exercised, a gain or loss is realized from the sale of the underlying security, and the proceeds from such sale are increased by the premium originally received. If a written put option is exercised, the amount of the premium originally received reduces the cost of the security which is purchased upon the exercise of the option.
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With options, there is minimal counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the options are covered or secured, which means that the Fund will own the underlying security or, to the extent it does not hold such a portfolio, will maintain a segregated account with the Fund’s custodian consisting of high quality liquid debt obligations equal to the market value of the option, marked to market daily.
Options purchased are recorded as investments and marked-to-market daily to reflect the current fair value of the option contract. If an option purchased expires, a loss is realized in the amount of the cost of the option contract. If a closing transaction is entered into, a gain or loss is realized to the extent that the proceeds from the sale are greater or less than the cost of the option. If a purchase put option is exercised, a gain or loss is realized from the sale of the underlying security by adjusting the proceeds from such sale by the amount of the premium originally paid. If a purchased call option is exercised, the cost of the security purchased upon exercise is increased by the premium originally paid.
FUTURES CONTRACTS AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES CONTRACTS — The Fund is subject to equity price risk, interest rate risk, and foreign currency exchange rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The Fund uses futures contracts and options on such futures contracts to gain exposure to, or hedge against, changes in the value of equities, interest rates or foreign currencies. A futures contract represents a commitment for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. Upon entering into such contracts, the Fund is required to deposit with the broker, either in cash or securities, an initial margin deposit in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the contract amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day, depending on the daily fluctuations in the value of the contract, and are recorded for financial statement purposes as unrealized gains or losses by the Fund. Upon entering into such contracts, the Fund bears the risk of interest or exchange rates or securities prices moving unexpectedly, in which case, the Fund may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. With futures, there is minimal counterparty credit risk to the Fund since futures are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange-traded futures, guarantees the futures against default. The use of futures contracts, and options on futures contracts, involves the risk of imperfect correlation in movements in the price of futures contracts and options thereon, interest rates and the underlying hedged assets.
LEVERAGE AND SHORT SALES — The Fund may use leverage in connection with its investment activities and may effect short sales of securities. Leverage can increase the investment returns of the Fund if the securities purchased increase in value in an amount exceeding the cost of the borrowing. However, if the securities decrease in value, the Fund will suffer a greater loss than would have resulted without the use of leverage. A short sale is the sale by the Fund of a security which it does not own in anticipation of purchasing the same security in the future at a lower price to close the short position. A short sale will be successful if the price of the shorted security decreases. However, if the underlying security goes up in price during the period in which the short position is outstanding, the Fund will realize a loss. The risk on a short sale is unlimited because the Fund must buy the shorted security at the higher price to complete the transaction. Therefore, short sales may be subject to greater risks than investments in long positions. With a long position, the maximum sustainable loss is limited to the amount paid for the security plus the transaction costs, whereas there is no maximum attainable price of the shorted security. The Fund would also incur increased transaction costs associated with selling securities short. In addition, if the Fund sells securities short, it must maintain a segregated account with its custodian containing cash or high-grade securities equal to (i) the greater of the current market value of the securities sold short or the market value of such securities at the time they were sold short, less (ii) any collateral deposited with the Fund’s broker (not including the proceeds from the short sales). The Fund may be required to add to the segregated account as the market price of a shorted security increases. As a result of maintaining and adding to its segregated account, the Fund may maintain higher levels of cash or liquid assets (for example, U.S. Treasury bills, repurchase agreements, high quality commercial paper and long equity positions) for collateral needs thus reducing its overall managed assets available for trading purposes. The Fund is obligated to pay the counterparty any dividends or interest due on securities sold short. Such dividends and interest are recorded as an expense to the Fund.
MUTUAL FUND AND ETF TRADING RISK — The Fund may invest in other mutual funds that are either open-end or closed-end investment companies as well as ETFs. ETFs are investment companies that are bought and sold on a national securities exchange. Unlike mutual funds, ETFs do not necessarily trade at the net asset values of their underlying securities, which means an ETF could potentially trade above or below the value of the underlying portfolios. Additionally, because ETFs trade like stocks on exchanges, they are subject to trading and commission costs unlike mutual funds. Also, both mutual funds and ETFs have management fees that are part of their costs, and the Fund will indirectly bear its proportionate share of the costs.
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REITS — The Fund has made certain investments in real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) which pay dividends to their shareholders based upon available funds from operations. It is quite common for these dividends to exceed the REITs’ taxable earnings and profits resulting in the excess portion being designated as a return of capital. The Fund intends to include the gross dividends from such REITs in its annual distributions to shareholders and, accordingly, a portion of the Fund’s distributions may also be designated as a return of capital.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gains are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Fund’s investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — The Fund distributes substantially all of its net investment income, if any, quarterly, and net realized capital gains, if any, annually. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION — Assets and liabilities initially expressed in non-U.S. currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the applicable exchange rates at the date of the last business day of the financial statement period. Purchases and sales of securities, interest income, dividends, variation margin received and expenses denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect on the transaction date.
The Fund does not separately report the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates from changes in market prices of securities held. Such changes are included with the net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on investments in the Statement of Operations. Other foreign currency transactions resulting in realized and unrealized gain or loss are reported separately as net realized gain or loss and change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currencies in the Statement of Operations.
MARKET RISK — The value of the Fund’s shares will fluctuate as a result of the movement of the overall stock market or the value of the individual securities held by the Fund, and you could lose money.
MASTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP RISK — Investments in securities (units) of MLPs involve risks that differ from an investment in common stock. To the extent that an MLP’s interests are all in a particular industry, the MLP will be negatively impacted by economic events adversely impacting that industry. Additionally, holders of the units of MLPs have more limited control and limited rights to vote on matters affecting the partnership. There are also certain tax risks associated with an investment in units of MLPs.
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FOREIGN AND EMERGING MARKET SECURITIES RISK — Foreign investments may carry risks associated with investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuation, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. Those risks are increased for investments in emerging markets.
CURRENCY RISK — Changes in foreign currency exchange rates will affect the value of what the Fund owns and the Fund’s share price. Generally, when the U.S. dollar rises in value against a foreign currency, an investment in that country loses value because that currency is worth fewer U.S. dollars. Devaluation of a currency by a country’s government or banking authority also will have a significant impact on the value of any investments denominated in that currency. Currency markets generally are not as regulated as securities markets.
SMALL AND MEDIUM COMPANIES RISK — Investing in securities of small and medium capitalization companies may involve greater volatility than investing in larger and more established companies because small and medium capitalization companies can be subject to more abrupt or erratic share price changes than larger, more established companies.
DERIVATIVES RISK — The Fund’s use of derivatives (which may include options, futures and swaps, among others) may reduce the Fund’s returns and/or increase volatility. Derivatives involve the risk of improper valuation, the risk of ambiguous documentation, and the risk that changes in the value of the derivative may not correlate perfectly with the underlying security. Derivatives are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, counterparty risk and liquidity risk. Derivatives may be more sensitive to changes in economic or market conditions than other types of investments and could result in losses that significantly exceed the Fund’s original investment.
OPTIONS RISK — Purchasing and writing put and call options are highly specialized activities and entail greater than ordinary investment risks. The Fund may not fully benefit from or may lose money on an option if changes in its value do not correspond as anticipated to changes in the value of the underlying securities.
INTEREST RATE RISK — Interest rate risk is the risk that fixed income securities will decline in value because of changes in interest rates. It is likely there will be less governmental action in the near future to maintain low interest rates. The negative impact on fixed income securities from the resulting rate increases for that and other reasons could be swift and significant.
FIXED INCOME SECURITIES RISK — Fixed income securities are subject to interest rate risk and credit risk. There is also the risk that an issuer may “call,” or repay, its high yielding bonds before their maturity dates. Fixed income securities subject to prepayment can offer less potential for gains during a declining interest rate environment and similar or greater potential for loss in a rising interest rate environment. Limited trading opportunities for certain fixed income securities may make it more difficult to sell or buy a security at a favorable price or time.
REAL ESTATE AND REIT CONCENTRATION RISK — The Fund is vulnerable to the risks of the real estate industry, such as the risk that a decline in rental income may occur because of extended vacancies, the failure to collect rents, increased competition from other properties, or poor management. The value and performance of REITs depends on how well the underlying properties owned by the REIT are managed. In addition, the value of an individual REIT’s securities can decline if the REIT fails to continue qualifying for special tax treatment.
CONVERTIBLE BOND RISK — Convertible bonds are hybrid securities that have characteristics of both bonds and common stocks and are therefore subject to both debt security risks and equity risk. Convertible bonds are subject to equity risk especially when their conversion value is greater than the interest and principal value of the bond. The prices of equity securities may rise or fall because of economic or political changes and may decline over short or extended periods of time.
PREFERRED STOCK RISK — Preferred stocks may be more volatile than fixed income securities and are more correlated with the issuer’s underlying common stock than fixed income securities. Additionally, the dividend on a preferred stock may be changed or omitted by the issuer.
INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING RISK — The Fund may purchase securities of companies that are offered pursuant to an IPO. The risk exists that the market value of IPO shares will fluctuate considerably due to factors such as the absence of a prior public market, unseasoned trading, the small number of shares available for trading and limited information about the issuer. The purchase of IPO shares may involve high transaction costs. IPO shares are subject to market risk and liquidity risk. When the Fund’s asset
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base is small, a significant portion of the Fund’s performance could be attributable to investments in IPOs, because such investments would have a magnified impact on the Fund. As the Fund’s assets grow, the effect of the Fund’s investments in IPOs on the Fund’s performance probably will decline, which could reduce the Fund’s performance.
PORTFOLIO TURNOVER RISK — A high portfolio turnover rate (100% or more) increases the Fund’s transaction costs (including brokerage commissions and dealer costs), which would adversely impact the Fund’s performance. Higher portfolio turnover may result in the realization of more short-term capital gains than if the Fund had lower portfolio turnover.
LIBOR DISCONTINUATION RISK — The terms of many financial instruments in which the Fund may invest or other transactions to which the Fund may be a party may be tied to the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR.” LIBOR is the offered rate for short-term Eurodollar deposits between major international banks. LIBOR may be a significant factor in determining the Fund’s payment obligations under a derivative investment, the cost of financing to the Fund or an investment’s value or return to the Fund, and may be used in other ways that affect the Fund’s investment performance. In July 2017, the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), the United Kingdom’s financial regulatory body, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021.
The FCA and ICE Benchmark Administrator have since announced that most LIBOR settings will no longer be published after December 31, 2021 and a majority of U.S. dollar LIBOR settings will cease publication after June 30, 2023. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. The U.S. Federal Reserve, based on the recommendations of the New York Federal Reserve’s Alternative Reference Rate Committee (comprised of major derivative market participants and their regulators), has begun publishing the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) that is intended to replace U.S. dollar LIBOR. Proposals for alternative reference rates for other currencies have also been announced or have already begun publication. Markets are slowly developing in response to these new reference rates. Uncertainty related to the liquidity impact of the change in rates, and how to appropriately adjust these rates at the time of transition, poses risks for the Fund. The effect of any changes to, or discontinuation of, LIBOR on the Fund will depend on, among other things, (1) existing fallback or termination provisions in individual contracts and (2) whether, how, and when industry participants develop and adopt new reference rates and fallbacks for both legacy and new instruments and contracts. In addition, there are obstacles to converting certain longer-term securities and transactions to a new reference rate or rates and the effectiveness of one alternative reference rate versus multiple alternative reference rates in new or existing financial instruments and products has not been determined.
The transition away from LIBOR might lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets for instruments whose terms currently reference LIBOR, reduced values of LIBOR-related investments, reduced effectiveness of hedging strategies, increased costs for certain LIBOR-related instruments, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing, and prolonged adverse market conditions for the Fund. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and related transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner.
Although the Fund is working to minimize its exposure to risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR, all of the aforementioned risks may adversely affect the Fund’s performance or NAV.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Fund invests depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments
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may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
REDEMPTION FEES — The Fund does not charge redemption fees to shareholders.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. INVESTMENT ADVISER AND OTHER SERVICES
Orinda Asset Management, LLC (the “Adviser” or “Orinda”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund. The Adviser furnishes all investment advice, office space, and facilities, and provides most of the personnel needed by the Fund. The Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that the total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed the rate (“Expense Cap”) shown in the following table of the average daily net assets for each class of shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Cap as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, dividends on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after December 31, 2022.
ADVISORY | | EXPENSE CAPS |
FEE | | CLASS I | CLASS A | CLASS D |
1.00% | | 1.40% | 1.65% | 2.40% |
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed were as follows:
| GROSS ADVISORY FEES | | | WAIVERS AND/OR REIMBURSEMENTS | | | NET ADVISORY FEES | |
| $ | 896,769 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 896,769 | |
If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses (not including acquired fund fees and expenses, short sale dividend expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest and taxes) for a year are less than the relevant share class’s Expense Cap, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed the relevant share class’s Expense Cap that was in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Fund had amounts available for recoupment as follows:
| EXPIRATION | |
| AUGUST 31, 2022 | | | AUGUST 31, 2023 | | | AUGUST 31, 2024 | | | August 31, 2025 | |
| $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | | |
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U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
The Board has adopted Plans of Distribution for Class A Shares and Class D Shares (the “Plans”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plans, the Fund’s distributor is entitled to receive from the Fund a distribution fee with respect to Class A Shares and Class D Shares of the Fund, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class A Shares and up to 1.00% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class D Shares. The actual amount of such compensation under the Plans is agreed upon by the Board and by the Distributor. Because these fees are paid out of the Fund’s assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment in Class A Shares and Class D Shares and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plans may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of Class A Shares and Class D Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of Class A and Class D shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, sub-accounting services or administrative services related to the sale of Class A Shares and Class D Shares, all as set forth in the Plans.
3. DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Fund or the Company. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC also serves as the Chief Compliance Officer of the Adviser. Neither the Fund nor the Company compensates this individual or Vigilant Compliance, LLC for services provided to Orinda. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statement of Operations.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Fund were as follows:
| PURCHASES | | | SALES | |
| $ | 94,184,639 | | | $ | 123,383,792 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
5. LEVERAGE & LINE OF CREDIT
The Fund may purchase securities with borrowed money, including bank overdrafts (a form of leverage). The Fund may borrow amounts up to one-third of the value of its assets after giving effect to such borrowing. Leverage exaggerates the effect on the net asset value of any increase or decrease in the market value of the Fund’s portfolio securities. These borrowings will be subject to interest costs, which may or may not be recovered by appreciation of the securities purchased. In certain cases, interest costs may exceed the return received on the securities purchased.
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The Fund may also utilize the line of credit for short term financing, if necessary, subject to certain restrictions, in connection with shareholder redemptions. The Fund maintains a separate line of credit with BNP Paribas (acting through its New York Branch). The Fund is charged interest of 1.20% above the one-month London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) for borrowings under this agreement. The Fund can borrow up to a maximum of 50% of the market value of assets pledged as collateral. However, depending on the liquidity of the collateral, issuer concentration, debt ratings of fixed income investments, and the share price of equity holdings, the amount eligible to be borrowed can also be less than 50% of the market value of the assets pledged as collateral.
The Fund has pledged a portion of its investment securities as the collateral for their line of credit. As of the end of the reporting period, the value of the investment securities pledged as collateral was $54,033,195. The Fund had an outstanding average daily balance and a weighted average interest rate of approximately $16 million and 1.32%, respectively. The maximum amount outstanding for the Fund during the reporting period was $26,669,946.
6. FEDERAL INCOME TAX INFORMATION
The Fund has followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Fund to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Fund has determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Fund is subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by the Fund were as follows:
| FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
| $ | 180,098,194 | | | $ | 23,842,672 | | | $ | (3,797,031 | ) | | $ | 20,045,641 | |
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on the tax treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021 were reclassified among the following accounts:
| Distributable earnings/ (Loss) | | | PAID-IN CAPITAL | |
| $ | 1,875,773 | | | $ | (1,875,773 | ) |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
| UNDISTRIBUTED ORDINARY INCOME | | | UNDISTRIBUTED LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAINS | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | | | ACCUMULATED LOSSES | | | TOTAL | |
| $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 20,045,641 | | | $ | (47,258,221 | ) | | $ | (27,212,580 | ) |
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The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term and foreign currency gains are reported as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 was as follows:
| ORDINARY INCOME | | | LONG-TERM CAPITAL GAINS | | | RETURN OF CAPITAL | |
| $ | 6,335,330 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 5,374,670 | |
Dividends from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income dividends for federal income tax purposes.
The Fund is permitted to carryforward capital losses for an unlimited period. Capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of August 31, 2021, the Fund had $29,190,885 of short-term capital loss carryforwards and $18,067,336 of long-term capital loss carryforwards.
7. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
8. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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How to Obtain a Copy of the Fund’s Proxy Voting Policies
A description of the policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-855-467-4632 or on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
How to Obtain a Copy of the Fund’s Proxy Voting Records for the 12-Month Period Ended June 30, 2021
Information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-855-467-4632. Furthermore, you can obtain the Fund’s proxy voting records on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
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Orinda Income Opportunities Fund Liquidity Risk Management Program February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) |
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The Adviser has delegated oversight of the Adviser Program to an employee of the Adviser, whose process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of each Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund did not require the establishment of a highly liquid investment minimum and the methodology for that determination; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Orinda Asset Management LLC
3390 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Suite 250
Lafayette, CA 94549
Distributor
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Custodian
U.S. Bank National Association
Custody Operations
1555 North River Center Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Tait, Weller & Baker LLP
Two Liberty Place
50 S 16th St Suite 2900
Philadelphia, PA 19102-2529
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
OR-SAR22
This report is intended for shareholders of the Fund and may not be used as sales literature unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus.
Past performance results shown in this report should not be considered a representation of future performance. Share price and returns will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Statements and other information herein are dated and are subject to change.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND
SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND
SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
(formerly, SGI Small Cap Growth Fund)
of
The RBB Fund, Inc.
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
February 28, 2022
(Unaudited)
This report is submitted for the general information of the shareholders of the Funds and may not be used as sales literature unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus for the Funds.
SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Five Years | Ten Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class I Shares (without sales charge) | -7.46% | 7.66% | 10.66% | 11.41% | 11.41% | |
Class I Shares (with sales charge) | -7.46% | 7.66% | 10.66% | 11.41% | 11.41% | |
S&P 500® Index(3) | -2.62% | 16.39% | 15.17% | 14.59% | 14.59% | |
(2) | Class I Shares of the Fund commenced operations on February 29, 2012. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class I Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, is 0.85% of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 0.98% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 0.98%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. The contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 0.98% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Standard & Poor’s 500® Index (“S&P 500®”). The S&P 500® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 500 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. stock market as a whole. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS A SHARES
Performance Data (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class A Shares (without sales charge) | -7.60% | 7.36% | 9.51% | 10.38% | 9.98% | |
Class A Shares (with sales charge) | -12.46% | 1.71% | 7.56% | 9.20% | 9.05% | |
S&P 500® Index(3) | -2.62% | 16.39% | 18.24% | 15.17% | 14.53% | |
(2) | Class A Shares of the Fund commenced operations on October 29, 2015. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class A Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Class A Shares of the Fund have a 5.25% maximum sales charge.
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, is 1.10% of average daily net assets for Class A Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse certain expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 1.23%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. The contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Standard & Poor’s 500® Index (“S&P 500®”). The S&P 500® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 500 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. stock market as a whole. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS C SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class C Shares (without sales charge) | -7.92% | 6.54% | 8.85% | 9.68% | 9.66% | |
Class C Shares (with sales charge) | -7.92% | 6.54% | 8.85% | 9.68% | 9.66% | |
S&P 500® Index(3) | -2.62% | 16.39% | 18.24% | 15.17% | 15.30% | |
(2) | Class C Shares of the Fund commenced operations on December 31, 2015. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class C Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, is 1.85% of average daily net assets for Class C Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 1.98% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 1.98%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. The contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.98% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Standard & Poor’s 500® Index (“S&P 500®”). The S&P 500® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 500 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. stock market as a whole. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class I Shares (without sales charge) | -1.60% | 3.90% | 0.55% | 2.73% | 5.55% | |
Class I Shares (with sales charge) | -1.60% | 3.90% | 0.55% | 2.73% | 5.55% | |
Russell 2000® Index(3) | -9.46% | -6.01% | 10.50% | 9.50% | 12.28% | |
(2) | Class I Shares of the Fund commenced operations on March 31, 2016. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class I Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 1.56% and 1.43%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 1.23%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. This contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Russell 2000® Index (“Russell 2000®”). The Russell 2000® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 2,000 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. Small Companies. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
The Fund invests in equity securities and in stocks of small companies which are subject to market, economic and business risks that may cause their price to rise or fall over time. Stocks of small companies may be more volatile, less liquid or not as readily marketable as those of larger companies. Small companies may also have limited product lines, markets or financial resources and may be dependent on relatively small or inexperienced management groups. Although the Fund seeks lower volatility, there is no guarantee the Fund will perform as expected.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS A SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class A Shares (without sales charge) | -1.69% | 3.65% | 0.33% | 2.49% | 5.32% | |
Class A Shares (with sales charge) | -6.87% | -1.77% | -1.47% | 1.40% | 4.37% | |
Russell 2000® Index(3) | -9.46% | -6.01% | 10.50% | 9.50% | 12.28% | |
(2) | Class A Shares of the Fund commenced operations on March 31, 2016. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class A Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Class A Shares of the Fund have a 5.25% maximum sales charge.
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 1.81% and 1.68%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class A Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 1.48% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 1.48%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. This contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.48% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Russell 2000® Index (“Russell 2000®”). The Russell 2000® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 2,000 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. Small Companies. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
The Fund invests in equity securities and in stocks of small companies which are subject to market, economic and business risks that may cause their price to rise or fall over time. Stocks of small companies may be more volatile, less liquid or not as readily marketable as those of larger companies. Small companies may also have limited product lines, markets or financial resources and may be dependent on relatively small or inexperienced management groups. Although the Fund seeks lower volatility, there is no guarantee the Fund will perform as expected.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND - CLASS C SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Three Years | Five Years | Since Inception(2) | |
Class C Shares (without sales charge) | -2.09% | 2.84% | -0.47% | 1.70% | 4.51% | |
Class C Shares (with sales charge) | -2.09% | 2.84% | -0.47% | 1.70% | 4.51% | |
Russell 2000® Index(3) | -9.46% | -6.01% | 10.50% | 9.50% | 12.28% | |
(2) | Class C Shares of the Fund commenced operations on March 31, 2016. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Class C Shares only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 2.56% and 2.43%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class C Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 2.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 2.23%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. This contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 2.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Russell 2000® Index (“Russell 2000®”). The Russell 2000® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 2,000 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. Small Companies. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
The Fund invests in equity securities and in stocks of small companies which are subject to market, economic and business risks that may cause their price to rise or fall over time. Stocks of small companies may be more volatile, less liquid or not as readily marketable as those of larger companies. Small companies may also have limited product lines, markets or financial resources and may be dependent on relatively small or inexperienced management groups. Although the Fund seeks lower volatility, there is no guarantee the Fund will perform as expected.
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SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022(2) | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Five Years | Ten Years | Since Inception | |
Class I Shares(3) | -1.78% | 11.98% | 9.61% | 8.95% | 14.86% | |
MSCI ACWI Index(4) | -5.26% | 7.81% | 11.43% | 9.83% | 12.29% | |
(2) | Returns for periods prior to January 3, 2017 were generated under the management of the Fund’s former investment adviser and reflect a previous investment strategy. |
(3) | The Fund operated as a series of Scotia Institutional Funds prior to the close of business on March 21, 2014 (the “Predecessor Fund”), at which time the Predecessor Fund was reorganized into the Scotia Dynamic U.S. Growth Fund, a newly created series of The RBB Fund, Inc. The fiscal year end of the Predecessor Fund was September 30. The performance shown for periods prior to March 21, 2014 represents the performance for the Predecessor Fund. While the Predecessor Fund commenced operations on March 31, 2009, the Predecessor Fund began investing consistent with its investment objective on April 1, 2009. Effective January 3, 2017, the Scotia Dynamic U.S. Growth Fund changed its name to the Summit Global Investments Global Low Volatility Fund (the “Fund”). |
(4) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Predecessor Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, are 1.01% and 0.87%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse certain expenses of the Fund through December 31, 2022 to the extent necessary to ensure that the Fund’s total annual operating expenses (excluding taxes, extraordinary expenses, brokerage commissions and interest) do not exceed 0.84% (on an annual basis) of Class I’s average daily net assets (the “Expense Limitation”). The Expense Limitation shall remain in effect until December 31, 2022 unless the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. approves its earlier termination. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 0.84% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
International investing is subject to special risks including, but not limited to, currency risk associated with securities denominated in other than the U.S. dollar, which may be affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates, political, social or economic instability, and differences in taxation, auditing, and other financial practices.
The MSCI ACWI Index (the “Index”) captures large and mid cap representation across 23 Developed Markets (DM) and 27 Emerging Markets (EM) countries. With more than 3,000 constituents, the index covers approximately 85% of the global investable equity opportunity set. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Since Inception | |
Class I Shares | -4.74% | 3.01% | 6.46%(2)(3) | |
S&P 500® Index(4) | -2.62% | 16.39% | 20.95% | |
Composite Index(5) | -3.09% | 8.58% | 11.72% | |
(2) | Inception date of the Fund is June 8, 2020. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(4) | The Composite Index is comprised of the S&P 500® Index and Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index, weighted 60% and 40%, respectively. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021 are 4.08% and 1.81%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse certain expenses of the Fund through December 31, 2022 to the extent necessary to ensure that the Fund’s total annual operating expenses (excluding taxes, extraordinary expenses, brokerage commissions and interest) do not exceed 1.70% (on an annual basis) of Class I’s average daily net assets (the “Expense Limitation”). The Expense Limitation shall remain in effect until December 31, 2022, unless the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. approves its earlier termination. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.70% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The S&P 500® Index is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 500 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. stock market as a whole. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Since Inception | |
Class I Shares | -5.27% | 3.86% | 10.95%(2)(3) | |
S&P 500® Index(4) | -2.62% | 16.39% | 20.95% | |
(2) | Inception date of the Fund is June 8, 2020. |
(3) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total annual gross and net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021 are 3.70% and 1.88%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse certain expenses of the Fund through December 31, 2022 to the extent necessary to ensure that the Fund’s total annual operating expenses (excluding taxes, extraordinary expenses, brokerage commissions and interest) do not exceed 1.70% (on an annual basis) of Class I’s average daily net assets (the “Expense Limitation”). The Expense Limitation shall remain in effect until December 31, 2022, unless the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. approves its earlier termination. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.70% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
The S&P 500® Index is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 500 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. stock market as a whole. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND (formerly, the SGI Small Cap Growth Fund) - CLASS I SHARES
Performance Data (CONCLUDED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Average Annual Total Returns for the Periods Ended February 28, 2022 | |
| Six Months(1) | One Year | Five Years | Ten Years | Since Inception(2) | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund(3) | -5.52% | -0.90% | 9.96% | 11.75% | 11.04% | |
Russell 2000® Index | -9.46% | 6.01% | 9.50% | 11.18% | 8.71% | |
(2) | For the period October 1, 1999 (commencement of operations) through August 31, 2020. |
(3) | As of the close of business on March 15, 2021, Bogle Investment Management, L.P. (“Bogle”), the Fund’s prior investment adviser, resigned and was replaced by Summit Global Investments, LLC (the “Adviser”), and the Fund changed its name to the SGI Small Cap Growth Fund. The performance shown for periods prior to March 15, 2021 represents the performance under the Fund’s previous investment adviser. |
Performance quoted is past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher. Returns shown do not reflect taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance data current to the most recent month-end may be obtained by calling 1-855-744-8500.
The Fund’s total net operating expenses, as stated in the current prospectus dated December 31, 2021, as supplemented, are 1.25%, respectively, of average daily net assets for Class I Shares. These ratios may differ from the actual expenses incurred by the Fund for the period covered by this report. The Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive management fees and/or reimburse expenses through December 31, 2022 to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause net total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed 1.23%: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary items, interest or taxes. This contractual limitation may not be terminated before December 31, 2022 without the approval of the Board of Directors of The RBB Fund, Inc. If at any time the Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than 1.23% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class I Shares, the Adviser is entitled to reimbursement by the Fund of the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed expense limitations that were in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. The Fund’s investments will generally consist of securities, which may include common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock and securities convertible into common stock. Portfolio composition is subject to change. The Fund evaluates performance as compared to that of the Russell 2000® Index (“Russell 2000®”). The Russell 2000® is a widely recognized, unmanaged index of 2,000 common stocks which are generally representative of the U.S. Small Companies. It is impossible to invest directly in an index.
The Fund invests in equity securities and in stocks of small companies which are subject to market, economic and business risks that may cause their price to rise or fall over time. Stocks of small companies may be more volatile, less liquid or not as readily marketable as those of larger companies. Small companies may also have limited product lines, markets or financial resources and may be dependent on relatively small or inexperienced management groups. Although the Fund seeks lower volatility, there is no guarantee the Fund will perform as expected.
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Fund Expense Examples
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
As a shareholder of the Fund(s), you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments (if applicable); and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and/or service (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund(s) and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022 and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying tables provide information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second section of the accompanying tables provide information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in each Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
The expenses shown in the accompanying tables are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), redemption fees or exchange fees. Therefore, the second section of the accompanying tables is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 925.40 | $4.11 | 0.86% | -7.46% |
Class A Shares | 1,000.00 | 924.00 | 5.30 | 1.11 | -7.60 |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 920.80 | 8.86 | 1.86 | -7.92 |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,020.53 | $4.31 | 0.86% | N/A |
Class A Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,019.29 | 5.56 | 1.11 | N/A |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,015.57 | 9.30 | 1.86 | N/A |
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Fund Expense Examples (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 984.00 | $ 6.05 | 1.23% | -1.60% |
Class A Shares | 1,000.00 | 983.10 | 7.28 | 1.48 | -1.69 |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 979.10 | 10.94 | 2.23 | -2.09 |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,018.70 | $ 6.16 | 1.23% | N/A |
Class A Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,017.46 | 7.40 | 1.48 | N/A |
Class C Shares | 1,000.00 | 1,013.74 | 11.13 | 2.23 | N/A |
| SGI Global Equity Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 982.20 | $ 4.13 | 0.84% | -1.78% |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,020.63 | $ 4.21 | 0.84% | N/A |
| SGI Prudent Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 952.60 | $ 8.23 | 1.70% | -4.74% |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,016.36 | $ 8.50 | 1.70% | N/A |
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Fund Expense Examples (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| SGI Peak Growth Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 947.30 | $ 8.21 | 1.70% | -5.27% |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,016.36 | $ 8.50 | 1.70% | N/A |
| SGI small cap CORE Fund |
| Beginning Account Value SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value FEBRUARY 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period (1) | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual Six-Month Total Investment Return for the Fund |
Actual | | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 944.80 | $ 5.93 | 1.23% | -5.52% |
| | | | |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | | |
Class I Shares | $ 1,000.00 | $ 1,018.70 | $ 6.16 | 1.23% | N/A |
(1) | Expenses are equal to each Fund’s annualized six-month expense ratio for the period March 1, 2022 to August 31, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one half year period. Each Fund’s ending account values on the first line in the tables is based on the actual six-month total investment return for each Fund. |
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by sector of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 12.6 | % | | $ | 60,034,714 | |
Software | | | 11.2 | | | | 53,746,073 | |
Food | | | 10.6 | | | | 50,449,602 | |
Retail | | | 7.7 | | | | 36,962,320 | |
Oil & Gas | | | 6.3 | | | | 29,922,707 | |
Electric | | | 5.6 | | | | 26,629,189 | |
Biotechnology | | | 4.9 | | | | 23,319,876 | |
Insurance | | | 4.7 | | | | 22,563,491 | |
Distribution & Wholesale | | | 3.9 | | | | 18,467,054 | |
Computers | | | 3.3 | | | | 15,920,028 | |
Internet | | | 2.8 | | | | 13,173,835 | |
Banks | | | 2.7 | | | | 12,967,900 | |
Telecommunications | | | 2.7 | | | | 12,759,122 | |
Semiconductors | | | 2.2 | | | | 10,585,576 | |
Commercial Services | | | 2.1 | | | | 9,877,946 | |
Transportation | | | 2.0 | | | | 9,402,020 | |
Chemicals | | | 1.4 | | | | 6,889,348 | |
Media | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,766,924 | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,676,164 | |
REITS | | | 1.2 | | | | 5,641,617 | |
Home Builders | | | 1.0 | | | | 4,958,440 | |
Aerospace/Defense | | | 1.0 | | | | 4,649,422 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 0.8 | | | | 3,973,015 | |
Cosmetics & Personal Care | | | 0.7 | | | | 3,485,967 | |
Electronics | | | 0.6 | | | | 2,931,900 | |
Beverages | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,564,288 | |
Environmental Control | | | 0.5 | | | | 2,469,240 | |
Household Products/Wares | | | 0.4 | | | | 1,923,000 | |
Office/Business Equipment | | | 0.3 | | | | 1,529,358 | |
Apparel | | | 0.3 | | | | 1,283,570 | |
Mining | | | 0.2 | | | | 1,112,160 | |
Home Furnishings | | | 0.2 | | | | 1,073,930 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment | | | 0.2 | | | | 1,038,320 | |
Healthcare-Services | | | 0.2 | | | | 976,536 | |
Hand/Machine Tools | | | 0.2 | | | | 976,200 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing | | | 0.2 | | | | 951,896 | |
Advertising | | | 0.2 | | | | 947,957 | |
Machinery-Diversified | | | 0.2 | | | | 941,160 | |
Airlines | | | 0.2 | | | | 911,040 | |
Auto Manufacturers | | | 0.2 | | | | 898,128 | |
Forest Products & Paper | | | 0.2 | | | | 883,659 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.7 | | | | 8,210,918 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (0.3 | ) | | | (1,557,980 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100 | % | | $ | 477,887,630 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 98.6% |
Advertising — 0.2% |
Omnicom Group, Inc. | | | 11,300 | | | $ | 947,957 | |
Aerospace/Defense — 1.0% |
General Dynamics Corp. | | | 4,400 | | | | 1,031,580 | |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | | | 2,500 | | | | 1,084,500 | |
Teledyne Technologies, Inc.* | | | 5,900 | | | | 2,533,342 | |
| | | | | | | 4,649,422 | |
Airlines — 0.2% |
Southwest Airlines Co.* | | | 20,800 | | | | 911,040 | |
Apparel — 0.3% |
NIKE, Inc., Class B | | | 9,400 | | | | 1,283,570 | |
Auto Manufacturers — 0.2% |
Cummins, Inc. | | | 4,400 | | | | 898,128 | |
Banks — 2.7% |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 218,000 | | | | 9,635,600 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 23,500 | | | | 3,332,300 | |
| | | | | | | 12,967,900 | |
Beverages — 0.5% |
Coca-Cola Co., (The) | | | 41,200 | | | | 2,564,288 | |
Biotechnology — 4.9% |
Amgen, Inc. | | | 4,600 | | | | 1,041,808 | |
Gilead Sciences, Inc. | | | 116,900 | | | | 7,060,760 | |
Royalty Pharma PLC, Class A (United Kingdom) | | | 88,800 | | | | 3,486,288 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 51,000 | | | | 11,731,020 | |
| | | | | | | 23,319,876 | |
Chemicals — 1.4% |
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. | | | 9,000 | | | | 2,126,700 | |
Celanese Corp. | | | 16,500 | | | | 2,298,120 | |
Dow, Inc. | | | 41,800 | | | | 2,464,528 | |
| | | | | | | 6,889,348 | |
Commercial Services — 2.1% |
Cintas Corp. | | | 7,800 | | | | 2,927,496 | |
S&P Global, Inc. | | | 18,500 | | | | 6,950,450 | |
| | | | | | | 9,877,946 | |
Computers — 3.3% |
Accenture PLC, Class A, (Ireland) | | | 12,600 | | | | 3,981,852 | |
Apple, Inc. | | | 72,300 | | | | 11,938,176 | |
| | | | | | | 15,920,028 | |
Cosmetics & Personal Care — 0.7% |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. | | | 29,500 | | | | 2,270,025 | |
Procter & Gamble Co., (The) | | | 7,800 | | | | 1,215,942 | |
| | | | | | | 3,485,967 | |
Distribution & Wholesale — 3.9% |
Copart, Inc.* | | | 35,500 | | | | 4,362,240 | |
Fastenal Co. | | | 133,100 | | | | 6,849,326 | |
LKQ Corp. | | | 70,200 | | | | 3,295,890 | |
WW Grainger, Inc. | | | 8,300 | | | | 3,959,598 | |
| | | | | | | 18,467,054 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 1.2% |
Ally Financial, Inc. | | | 19,300 | | | | 963,070 | |
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. | | | 14,600 | | | | 966,228 | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A | | | 7,700 | | | | 2,778,314 | |
T Rowe Price Group, Inc. | | | 6,700 | | | | 968,552 | |
| | | | | | | 5,676,164 | |
Electric — 5.6% |
AES Corp. | | | 71,100 | | | | 1,509,453 | |
DTE Energy Co. | | | 21,700 | | | | 2,638,503 | |
Duke Energy Corp. | | | 39,700 | | | | 3,986,277 | |
Evergy, Inc. | | | 15,700 | | | | 979,837 | |
Exelon Corp. | | | 22,800 | | | | 970,368 | |
PPL Corp. | | | 134,700 | | | | 3,525,099 | |
Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc. | | | 14,700 | | | | 953,001 | |
Southern Co., (The) | | | 186,300 | | | | 12,066,651 | |
| | | | | | | 26,629,189 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment — 0.2% |
AMETEK, Inc. | | | 8,000 | | | | 1,038,320 | |
Electronics — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Fortive Corp. | | | 14,900 | | | | 964,775 | |
Keysight Technologies, Inc.* | | | 12,500 | | | | 1,967,125 | |
| | | | | | | 2,931,900 | |
Environmental Control — 0.5% |
Waste Management, Inc. | | | 17,100 | | | | 2,469,240 | |
Food — 10.6% |
Hershey Co., (The) | | | 58,800 | | | | 11,892,888 | |
Hormel Foods Corp. | | | 141,800 | | | | 6,755,352 | |
Kellogg Co. | | | 143,800 | | | | 9,194,572 | |
Kraft Heinz Co., (The) | | | 235,300 | | | | 9,228,466 | |
Kroger Co., (The) | | | 46,400 | | | | 2,171,520 | |
Mondelez International, Inc., Class A | | | 107,300 | | | | 7,026,004 | |
Sysco Corp. | | | 48,000 | | | | 4,180,800 | |
| | | | | | | 50,449,602 | |
Forest Products & Paper — 0.2% |
International Paper Co. | | | 20,300 | | | | 883,659 | |
Hand/Machine Tools — 0.2% |
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. | | | 6,000 | | | | 976,200 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Portfolio of Investments (CONTINUED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Healthcare-Products — 0.8% |
Align Technology, Inc.* | | | 2,100 | | | $ | 1,074,066 | |
Hologic, Inc.* | | | 13,400 | | | | 953,678 | |
Medtronic PLC, (Ireland) | | | 9,200 | | | | 965,908 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 7,700 | | | | 979,363 | |
| | | | | | | 3,973,015 | |
Healthcare-Services — 0.2% |
Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings* | | | 3,600 | | | | 976,536 | |
Home Builders — 1.0% |
NVR, Inc.* | | | 1,000 | | | | 4,958,440 | |
Home Furnishings — 0.2% |
Dolby Laboratories, Inc., Class A | | | 14,300 | | | | 1,073,930 | |
Household Products/Wares — 0.4% |
Avery Dennison Corp. | | | 5,300 | | | | 933,860 | |
Kimberly-Clark Corp. | | | 7,600 | | | | 989,140 | |
| | | | | | | 1,923,000 | |
Insurance — 4.7% |
Allstate Corp., (The) | | | 7,600 | | | | 929,936 | |
Arch Capital Group Ltd.* | | | 90,300 | | | | 4,254,033 | |
Brown & Brown, Inc. | | | 31,800 | | | | 2,149,998 | |
Chubb Ltd., (Switzerland) | | | 6,000 | | | | 1,221,840 | |
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. | | | 6,300 | | | | 979,083 | |
Progressive Corp., (The) | | | 111,800 | | | | 11,842,974 | |
Travelers Cos., Inc., (The) | | | 6,900 | | | | 1,185,627 | |
| | | | | | | 22,563,491 | |
Internet — 2.8% |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A* | | | 3,100 | | | | 8,373,534 | |
Amazon.com, Inc.* | | | 800 | | | | 2,457,008 | |
Expedia Group, Inc.* | | | 5,600 | | | | 1,098,216 | |
Facebook, Inc., Class A* | | | 5,900 | | | | 1,245,077 | |
| | | | | | | 13,173,835 | |
Machinery-Diversified — 0.2% |
Dover Corp. | | | 6,000 | | | | 941,160 | |
Media — 1.2% |
Charter Communications, Inc., Class A* | | | 2,700 | | | | 1,624,806 | |
FactSet Research Systems, Inc. | | | 10,200 | | | | 4,142,118 | |
| | | | | | | 5,766,924 | |
Mining — 0.2% |
Newmont Corp. | | | 16,800 | | | | 1,112,160 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing — 0.2% |
Illinois Tool Works, Inc. | | | 4,400 | | | | 951,896 | |
Office/Business Equipment — 0.3% |
Zebra Technologies Corp., Class A* | | | 3,700 | | | | 1,529,358 | |
Oil & Gas — 6.3% |
Chevron Corp. | | | 58,200 | | | | 8,380,800 | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 8,700 | | | | 999,804 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 154,200 | | | | 12,092,364 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 16,100 | | | | 1,253,707 | |
Pioneer Natural Resources Co. | | | 9,400 | | | | 2,252,240 | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 59,200 | | | | 4,943,792 | |
| | | | | | | 29,922,707 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 12.6% |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 81,600 | | | | 12,058,032 | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 176,200 | | | | 12,099,654 | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | | | 4,000 | | | | 999,800 | |
McKesson Corp. | | | 8,800 | | | | 2,419,648 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 156,500 | | | | 11,984,770 | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 234,000 | | | | 10,983,960 | |
Zoetis, Inc. | | | 49,000 | | | | 9,488,850 | |
| | | | | | | 60,034,714 | |
REITS — 1.2% |
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. | | | 4,500 | | | | 1,073,655 | |
Equity Residential | | | 11,300 | | | | 963,890 | |
Simon Property Group, Inc. | | | 26,200 | | | | 3,604,072 | |
| | | | | | | 5,641,617 | |
Retail — 7.7% |
Costco Wholesale Corp. | | | 7,100 | | | | 3,686,675 | |
Dollar General Corp. | | | 17,800 | | | | 3,530,452 | |
Dollar Tree, Inc.* | | | 8,000 | | | | 1,136,640 | |
O’Reilly Automotive, Inc.* | | | 1,500 | | | | 973,860 | |
Target Corp. | | | 57,600 | | | | 11,506,752 | |
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. | | | 94,500 | | | | 4,355,505 | |
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. | | | 87,100 | | | | 11,772,436 | |
| | | | | | | 36,962,320 | |
Semiconductors — 2.2% |
Broadcom, Inc. | | | 1,700 | | | | 998,648 | |
Qorvo, Inc.* | | | 42,500 | | | | 5,813,150 | |
Texas Instruments, Inc. | | | 22,200 | | | | 3,773,778 | |
| | | | | | | 10,585,576 | |
Software — 11.2% |
Adobe Systems, Inc.* | | | 19,700 | | | | 9,213,296 | |
Autodesk, Inc.* | | | 6,700 | | | | 1,475,541 | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | | | 56,100 | | | | 7,298,049 | |
Fiserv, Inc.* | | | 38,100 | | | | 3,721,227 | |
Intuit, Inc. | | | 23,000 | | | | 10,910,510 | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 41,100 | | | | 12,280,269 | |
Oracle Corp. | | | 24,400 | | | | 1,853,668 | |
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. | | | 12,900 | | | | 967,113 | |
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.* | | | 37,200 | | | | 6,026,400 | |
| | | | | | | 53,746,073 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (CONCLUDED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Telecommunications — 2.7% |
AT&T, Inc. | | | 40,000 | | | $ | 947,600 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 63,300 | | | | 3,530,241 | |
Verizon Communications, Inc. | | | 154,300 | | | | 8,281,281 | |
| | | | | | | 12,759,122 | |
Transportation — 2.0% |
FedEx Corp. | | | 42,300 | | | | 9,402,020 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $419,488,895) | | | | | | | 471,234,692 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.7% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 8,210,918 | | | | 8,210,918 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $8,210,918) | | | | | | | 8,210,918 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.3% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $427,699,813) | | | | | | | 479,445,610 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (0.3)% | | | | | | | (1,557,980 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 477,887,630 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
PLC Public Limited Company
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by sector of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Food | | | 9.4 | % | | $ | 3,399,306 | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 8.8 | | | | 3,173,489 | |
Transportation | | | 7.3 | | | | 2,630,650 | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 6.6 | | | | 2,394,349 | |
Commercial Services | | | 6.5 | | | | 2,327,791 | |
Banks | | | 6.0 | | | | 2,180,656 | |
REITS | | | 5.4 | | | | 1,950,561 | |
Software | | | 4.9 | | | | 1,762,053 | |
Water | | | 4.0 | | | | 1,444,123 | |
Retail | | | 4.0 | | | | 1,428,352 | |
Insurance | | | 3.7 | | | | 1,344,903 | |
Biotechnology | | | 3.2 | | | | 1,168,576 | |
Beverages | | | 3.0 | | | | 1,093,246 | |
Chemicals | | | 2.7 | | | | 968,042 | |
Packaging & Containers | | | 2.5 | | | | 901,958 | |
Electronics | | | 2.4 | | | | 856,515 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment | | | 2.1 | | | | 743,336 | |
Household Products/Wares | | | 2.1 | | | | 740,412 | |
Savings & Loans | | | 1.4 | | | | 512,532 | |
Gas | | | 1.3 | | | | 465,325 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 1.2 | | | | 446,806 | |
Distribution/Wholesale | | | 1.1 | | | | 418,798 | |
Home Builders | | | 1.1 | | | | 389,150 | |
Leisure Time | | | 1.0 | | | | 350,589 | |
Engineering & Construction | | | 0.9 | | | | 311,025 | |
Internet | | | 0.9 | | | | 307,350 | |
Telecommunications | | | 0.7 | | | | 257,488 | |
Electric | | | 0.6 | | | | 206,402 | |
Media | | | 0.6 | | | | 203,818 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing | | | 0.5 | | | | 179,163 | |
Machinery-Diversified | | | 0.5 | | | | 166,932 | |
Healthcare-Services | | | 0.4 | | | | 139,125 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.3 | | | | 118,560 | |
Building Materials | | | 0.2 | | | | 81,984 | |
Environmental Control | | | 0.2 | | | | 61,688 | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | 0.7 | | | | 258,504 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.7 | | | | 599,122 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.1 | | | | 38,240 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100 | % | | $ | 36,020,919 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 97.5% |
Auto Parts & Equipment — 2.1% |
Dorman Products, Inc.* | | | 5,400 | | | $ | 504,468 | |
Standard Motor Products, Inc. | | | 2,800 | | | | 122,388 | |
Titan International, Inc.* | | | 10,400 | | | | 116,480 | |
| | | | | | | 743,336 | |
Banks — 6.0% |
Bank of Marin Bancorp | | | 2,000 | | | | 70,640 | |
CBTX, Inc. | | | 5,100 | | | | 153,306 | |
City Holding Co. | | | 2,300 | | | | 183,241 | |
CrossFirst Bankshares, Inc.* | | | 8,000 | | | | 125,840 | |
Equity Bancshares, Inc., Class A | | | 2,900 | | | | 91,205 | |
Farmers National Banc Corp. | | | 6,200 | | | | 106,826 | |
First Bancshares, Inc., (The) | | | 2,700 | | | | 95,337 | |
First Financial Corp. | | | 8,190 | | | | 380,917 | |
Great Southern Bancorp, Inc. | | | 2,600 | | | | 159,692 | |
HarborOne Bancorp, Inc. | | | 5,100 | | | | 75,429 | |
Merchants Bancorp | | | 3,100 | | | | 89,745 | |
Nicolet Bankshares, Inc.* | | | 4,100 | | | | 390,566 | |
Origin Bancorp, Inc. | | | 2,100 | | | | 96,978 | |
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corp. | | | 2,300 | | | | 86,756 | |
Southern First Bancshares, Inc.* | | | 1,300 | | | | 74,178 | |
| | | | | | | 2,180,656 | |
Beverages — 3.0% |
Coca Cola Bottling Co. | | | 2,200 | | | | 1,093,246 | |
Biotechnology — 3.2% |
Innoviva, Inc.* | | | 49,600 | | | | 952,816 | |
Organogenesis Holdings, Inc.* | | | 29,000 | | | | 215,760 | |
| | | | | | | 1,168,576 | |
Building Materials — 0.2% |
AAON, Inc. | | | 1,400 | | | | 81,984 | |
Chemicals — 2.7% |
Balchem Corp. | | | 5,100 | | | | 705,534 | |
Hawkins, Inc. | | | 5,800 | | | | 262,508 | |
| | | | | | | 968,042 | |
Commercial Services — 6.5% |
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.* | | | 1,100 | | | | 116,754 | |
CorVel Corp.* | | | 1,700 | | | | 270,402 | |
Forrester Research, Inc.* | | | 2,700 | | | | 140,211 | |
Franklin Covey Co.* | | | 4,300 | | | | 198,230 | |
FTI Consulting, Inc.* | | | 6,500 | | | | 949,000 | |
ICF International, Inc. | | | 4,700 | | | | 416,514 | |
Kforce, Inc. | | | 1,000 | | | | 75,180 | |
Willdan Group, Inc.* | | | 5,000 | | | | 161,500 | |
| | | | | | | 2,327,791 | |
Distribution/Wholesale — 1.1% |
Core & Main, Inc., Class A* | | | 8,800 | | | | 197,824 | |
Titan Machinery, Inc.* | | | 7,800 | | | | 220,974 | |
| | | | | | | 418,798 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 6.6% |
AssetMark Financial Holdings, Inc.* | | | 4,600 | | | | 108,054 | |
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | | | 11,700 | | | | 1,203,462 | |
International Money Express, Inc.* | | | 15,700 | | | | 252,142 | |
Nelnet, Inc., Class A | | | 800 | | | | 64,440 | |
PJT Partners, Inc., Class A | | | 10,800 | | | | 689,256 | |
Regional Management Corp. | | | 1,500 | | | | 76,995 | |
| | | | | | | 2,394,349 | |
Electric — 0.6% |
Avangrid, Inc. | | | 4,600 | | | | 206,402 | |
Electronics — 2.4% |
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. | | | 800 | | | | 204,264 | |
OSI Systems, Inc.* | | | 6,200 | | | | 500,154 | |
TTM Technologies, Inc.* | | | 12,100 | | | | 152,097 | |
| | | | | | | 856,515 | |
Engineering & Construction — 0.9% |
NV5 Global, Inc.* | | | 2,900 | | | | 311,025 | |
Environmental Control — 0.2% |
Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc.* | | | 2,200 | | | | 61,688 | |
Food — 9.4% |
Flowers Foods, Inc. | | | 34,900 | | | | 956,609 | |
John B Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. | | | 3,600 | | | | 286,272 | |
Lancaster Colony Corp. | | | 1,600 | | | | 269,136 | |
Seaboard Corp. | | | 30 | | | | 115,784 | |
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.* | | | 41,400 | | | | 1,179,072 | |
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. | | | 8,600 | | | | 290,250 | |
Weis Markets, Inc. | | | 4,900 | | | | 302,183 | |
| | | | | | | 3,399,306 | |
Gas — 1.3% |
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. | | | 3,500 | | | | 465,325 | |
Healthcare-Products — 1.2% |
Atrion Corp. | | | 100 | | | | 71,546 | |
Hanger, Inc.* | | | 4,300 | | | | 77,916 | |
Omnicell, Inc.* | | | 2,300 | | | | 297,344 | |
| | | | | | | 446,806 | |
Healthcare-Services — 0.4% |
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings, Inc.* | | | 26,500 | | | | 139,125 | |
Home Builders — 1.1% |
Thor Industries, Inc. | | | 4,300 | | | | 389,150 | |
Household Products/Wares — 2.1% |
Helen of Troy, Ltd.* | | | 3,600 | | | | 740,412 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Insurance — 3.7% |
Hanover Insurance Group Inc., (The) | | | 1,500 | | | $ | 209,265 | |
RLI Corp. | | | 700 | | | | 71,050 | |
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. | | | 800 | | | | 66,752 | |
Stewart Information Services Corp. | | | 14,700 | | | | 997,836 | |
| | | | | | | 1,344,903 | |
Internet — 0.9% |
HealthStream, Inc.* | | | 15,000 | | | | 307,350 | |
Leisure Time — 1.0% |
OneWater Marine, Inc., Class A | | | 6,900 | | | | 350,589 | |
Machinery-Diversified — 0.5% |
Alamo Group, Inc. | | | 1,200 | | | | 166,932 | |
Media — 0.6% |
Liberty Latin America Ltd., Class C* | | | 20,200 | | | | 203,818 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing — 0.5% |
American Outdoor Brands, Inc.* | | | 5,000 | | | | 78,150 | |
Chase Corp. | | | 1,100 | | | | 101,013 | |
| | | | | | | 179,163 | |
Packaging & Containers — 2.5% |
Silgan Holdings, Inc. | | | 18,400 | | | | 770,592 | |
UFP Technologies, Inc.* | | | 1,900 | | | | 131,366 | |
| | | | | | | 901,958 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 8.8% |
Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 21,600 | | | | 598,536 | |
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.* | | | 25,800 | | | | 502,326 | |
Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 14,900 | | | | 706,111 | |
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.* | | | 2,900 | | | | 193,401 | |
Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.* | | | 11,900 | | | | 708,407 | |
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 2,700 | | | | 86,265 | |
USANA Health Sciences, Inc.* | | | 4,300 | | | | 378,443 | |
| | | | | | | 3,173,489 | |
Real Estate — 0.3% |
RE/MAX Holdings, Inc., Class A | | | 4,000 | | | | 118,560 | |
REITS — 5.4% |
Broadstone Net Lease, Inc. | | | 7,200 | | | | 155,952 | |
City Office REIT, Inc. | | | 6,500 | | | | 111,930 | |
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. | | | 15,900 | | | | 331,038 | |
Life Storage, Inc. | | | 2,700 | | | | 341,793 | |
Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. | | | 8,800 | | | | 617,144 | |
Safehold, Inc. | | | 6,400 | | | | 392,704 | |
| | | | | | | 1,950,561 | |
Retail — 4.0% |
AutoNation, Inc.* | | | 1,400 | | | | 160,524 | |
MarineMax, Inc.* | | | 4,400 | | | | 201,344 | |
Murphy USA, Inc. | | | 5,400 | | | | 975,996 | |
Winmark Corp. | | | 400 | | | | 90,488 | |
| | | | | | | 1,428,352 | |
Savings & Loans — 1.4% |
Hingham Institution For Savings, (The) | | | 400 | | | | 143,936 | |
HomeTrust Bancshares, Inc. | | | 2,300 | | | | 69,184 | |
Southern Missouri Bancorp, Inc. | | | 3,400 | | | | 182,172 | |
Waterstone Financial, Inc. | | | 6,000 | | | | 117,240 | |
| | | | | | | 512,532 | |
Software — 4.9% |
CSG Systems International, Inc. | | | 8,400 | | | | 518,448 | |
Evolent Health, Inc., Class A* | | | 33,300 | | | | 887,445 | |
Verra Mobility Corp.* | | | 21,200 | | | | 356,160 | |
| | | | | | | 1,762,053 | |
Telecommunications — 0.7% |
Ooma, Inc.* | | | 15,400 | | | | 257,488 | |
Transportation — 7.3% |
Daseke, Inc.* | | | 21,400 | | | | 268,570 | |
Heartland Express, Inc. | | | 22,400 | | | | 321,664 | |
Landstar System, Inc. | | | 6,600 | | | | 1,019,106 | |
Werner Enterprises, Inc. | | | 23,500 | | | | 1,021,310 | |
| | | | | | | 2,630,650 | |
Water — 4.0% |
American States Water Co. | | | 10,100 | | | | 850,017 | |
California Water Service Group | | | 6,889 | | | | 392,191 | |
York Water Co., (The) | | | 4,500 | | | | 201,915 | |
| | | | | | | 1,444,123 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $32,915,431) | | | | | | | 35,125,053 | |
|
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS — 0.7% |
Exchange-Traded Funds — 0.7% |
iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF | | | 2,400 | | | | 258,504 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $254,908) | | | | | | | 258,504 | |
|
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.7% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 599,122 | | | $ | 599,122 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $599,122) | | | | | | | 599,122 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 99.9% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $33,769,461) | | | | | | | 35,982,679 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.1% | | | | | | | 38,240 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 36,020,919 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Funds
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by sector of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Banks | | | 13.7 | % | | $ | 16,598,417 | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 8.6 | | | | 10,372,222 | |
Internet | | | 8.1 | | | | 9,802,906 | |
Software | | | 8.0 | | | | 9,656,675 | |
Retail | | | 7.6 | | | | 9,257,347 | |
Telecommunications | | | 6.6 | | | | 8,008,620 | |
Biotechnology | | | 6.1 | | | | 7,444,604 | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 5.5 | | | | 6,685,816 | |
Computers | | | 5.1 | | | | 6,202,448 | |
Oil & Gas | | | 4.5 | | | | 5,403,311 | |
Electric | | | 3.9 | | | | 4,737,748 | |
Semiconductors | | | 3.2 | | | | 3,830,958 | |
Media | | | 2.1 | | | | 2,564,810 | |
Auto Manufacturers | | | 2.1 | | | | 2,536,432 | |
Home Furnishings | | | 1.9 | | | | 2,268,020 | |
REITS | | | 1.7 | | | | 2,088,519 | |
Food | | | 1.5 | | | | 1,784,397 | |
Building Materials | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,734,432 | |
Chemicals | | | 1.3 | | | | 1,522,570 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 1.1 | | | | 1,333,373 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment | | | 0.9 | | | | 1,141,752 | |
Aerospace/Defense | | | 0.8 | | | | 910,980 | |
Private Equity | | | 0.7 | | | | 828,555 | |
Beverages | | | 0.7 | | | | 808,036 | |
Insurance | | | 0.5 | | | | 655,721 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment | | | 0.4 | | | | 429,834 | |
Mining | | | 0.3 | | | | 372,566 | |
Pipelines | | | 0.2 | | | | 292,380 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.2 | | | | 1,503,267 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.3 | | | | 358,185 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100 | % | | $ | 121,134,901 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 98.5% |
Aerospace/Defense — 0.8% |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | | | 2,100 | | | $ | 910,980 | |
Auto Manufacturers — 2.1% |
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., (Japan) SP ADR | | | 77,700 | | | | 2,374,512 | |
Iveco Group NV, (Netherlands)* | | | 20,240 | | | | 161,920 | |
| | | | | | | 2,536,432 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment — 0.4% |
Gentex Corp. | | | 14,200 | | | | 429,834 | |
Banks — 13.7% |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 40,700 | | | | 1,798,940 | |
Bank of Montreal, (Canada) | | | 11,500 | | | | 1,309,850 | |
Bank of Nova Scotia, (The), (Canada) | | | 10,000 | | | | 723,400 | |
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, (Canada) | | | 7,500 | | | | 948,075 | |
Credicorp Ltd. | | | 15,800 | | | | 2,389,750 | |
HDFC Bank, Ltd., (India), ADR | | | 6,500 | | | | 404,105 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 1,600 | | | | 226,880 | |
Royal Bank of Canada, (Canada) | | | 39,700 | | | | 4,383,674 | |
Toronto-Dominion Bank, (The), (Canada) | | | 54,700 | | | | 4,413,743 | |
| | | | | | | 16,598,417 | |
Beverages — 0.7% |
Coca Cola Bottling Co. | | | 1,000 | | | | 496,930 | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | | | 1,900 | | | | 311,106 | |
| | | | | | | 808,036 | |
Biotechnology — 6.1% |
Blueprint Medicines Corp.* | | | 17,400 | | | | 1,053,570 | |
Incyte Corp.* | | | 50,100 | | | | 3,421,830 | |
Seagen, Inc.* | | | 1,800 | | | | 231,966 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 11,900 | | | | 2,737,238 | |
| | | | | | | 7,444,604 | |
Building Materials — 1.4% |
Johnson Controls International PLC, (Ireland) | | | 26,700 | | | | 1,734,432 | |
Chemicals — 1.3% |
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. | | | 2,100 | | | | 496,230 | |
Linde PLC, (Ireland) | | | 3,500 | | | | 1,026,340 | |
| | | | | | | 1,522,570 | |
Computers — 5.1% |
Apple, Inc. | | | 23,700 | | | | 3,913,344 | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., (Israel)* | | | 15,800 | | | | 2,289,104 | |
| | | | | | | 6,202,448 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 5.5% |
American Express Co. | | | 5,200 | | | | 1,011,608 | |
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | | | 15,600 | | | | 1,604,616 | |
ORIX Corp., (Japan) SP ADR | | | 20,800 | | | | 2,050,672 | |
SLM Corp. | | | 76,800 | | | | 1,512,960 | |
T Rowe Price Group, Inc. | | | 3,500 | | | | 505,960 | |
| | | | | | | 6,685,816 | |
Electric — 3.9% |
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., (Canada) | | | 70,500 | | | | 1,020,840 | |
Duke Energy Corp. | | | 21,800 | | | | 2,188,938 | |
Fortis, Inc., (Canada) | | | 26,000 | | | | 1,191,320 | |
Xcel Energy, Inc. | | | 5,000 | | | | 336,650 | |
| | | | | | | 4,737,748 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment — 0.9% |
ABB Ltd., (Switzerland), SP ADR | | | 33,900 | | | | 1,141,752 | |
Food — 1.5% |
General Mills, Inc. | | | 8,900 | | | | 600,127 | |
Kellogg Co. | | | 9,100 | | | | 581,854 | |
Mondelez International, Inc., Class A | | | 9,200 | | | | 602,416 | |
| | | | | | | 1,784,397 | |
Healthcare-Products — 1.1% |
Medtronic PLC, (Ireland) | | | 12,700 | | | | 1,333,373 | |
Home Furnishings — 1.9% |
Dolby Laboratories, Inc., Class A | | | 30,200 | | | | 2,268,020 | |
Insurance — 0.5% |
Chubb Ltd., (Switzerland) | | | 3,220 | | | | 655,721 | |
Internet — 8.1% |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C* | | | 1,700 | | | | 4,586,294 | |
Amazon.com, Inc.* | | | 1,300 | | | | 3,992,638 | |
Facebook, Inc., Class A* | | | 5,800 | | | | 1,223,974 | |
| | | | | | | 9,802,906 | |
Media — 2.1% |
Liberty Broadband Corp., Class C* | | | 6,600 | | | | 968,220 | |
Thomson Reuters Corp., (Canada) | | | 15,800 | | | | 1,596,590 | |
| | | | | | | 2,564,810 | |
Mining — 0.3% |
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (Canada) | | | 7,379 | | | | 372,566 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Oil & Gas — 4.5% |
China Petroleum & Chemical Corp., (China) ADR | | | 19,400 | | | $ | 967,090 | |
Coterra Energy, Inc. | | | 120,100 | | | | 2,801,933 | |
PetroChina Co., Ltd., (China) ADR | | | 11,900 | | | | 633,794 | |
TOTAL SE, (France) SP ADR | | | 19,800 | | | | 1,000,494 | |
| | | | | | | 5,403,311 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 8.6% |
CVS Health Corp. | | | 5,900 | | | | 611,535 | |
GlaxoSmithKline PLC, (United Kingdom) SP ADR | | | 29,300 | | | | 1,226,498 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 13,800 | | | | 1,056,804 | |
Novartis AG, (Switzerland) SP ADR | | | 15,600 | | | | 1,364,376 | |
Novo Nordisk, (Denmark) SP ADR | | | 28,600 | | | | 2,944,370 | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 27,200 | | | | 1,276,768 | |
Sanofi, (France) ADR | | | 36,070 | | | | 1,891,871 | |
| | | | | | | 10,372,222 | |
Pipelines — 0.2% |
Cheniere Energy, Inc. | | | 2,200 | | | | 292,380 | |
Private Equity — 0.7% |
Blackstone, Inc. | | | 6,500 | | | | 828,555 | |
REITS — 1.7% |
American Homes 4 Rent, Class A | | | 40,100 | | | | 1,524,201 | |
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 1,800 | | | | 242,856 | |
Realty Income Corp. | | | 4,864 | | | | 321,462 | |
| | | | | | | 2,088,519 | |
Retail — 7.6% |
Costco Wholesale Corp. | | | 5,000 | | | | 2,596,250 | |
Dollar General Corp. | | | 9,300 | | | | 1,844,562 | |
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. | | | 14,660 | | | | 1,981,445 | |
Yum China Holdings, Inc. | | | 54,500 | | | | 2,835,090 | |
| | | | | | | 9,257,347 | |
Semiconductors — 3.2% |
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., (Taiwan) SP ADR | | | 35,800 | | | | 3,830,958 | |
Software — 8.0% |
Adobe Systems, Inc.* | | | 5,200 | | | | 2,431,936 | |
Fiserv, Inc.* | | | 3,000 | | | | 293,010 | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 14,400 | | | | 4,302,576 | |
Salesforce.com, Inc.* | | | 4,500 | | | | 947,385 | |
ServiceNow, Inc.* | | | 2,900 | | | | 1,681,768 | |
| | | | | | | 9,656,675 | |
Telecommunications — 6.6% |
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd., (Taiwan) SP ADR | | | 52,500 | | | | 2,342,025 | |
Nice Ltd., (Isreal) SP ADR | | | 9,900 | | | | 2,239,875 | |
Vodafone Group PLC, (United Kingdom) SP ADR | | | 193,600 | | | | 3,426,720 | |
| | | | | | | 8,008,620 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $108,824,534) | | | | | | | 119,273,449 | |
|
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.2% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 1,503,267 | | | | 1,503,267 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $1,503,267) | | | | | | | 1,503,267 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 99.7% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $110,327,801) | | | | | | | 120,776,716 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.3% | | | | | | | 358,185 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 121,134,901 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ADR American Depositary Receipt
PLC Public Limited Company
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
SP ADR Sponsored ADR
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by sector of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS: | | | 48.6 | % | | $ | 5,713,415 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS: | | | 47.2 | | | | 5,552,617 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 4.3 | | | | 510,652 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS | | | (0.1 | ) | | | (9,651 | ) |
NET ASSETS | | | 100 | % | | $ | 11,767,033 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND
Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS — 48.6% |
Exchange-Traded Funds — 48.6% |
Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund | | | 1,410 | | | $ | 54,312 | |
Invesco Optimum Yield Diversified Commodity Strategy No K-1 ETF | | | 11,040 | | | | 178,627 | |
iShares 5-10 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF | | | 1,570 | | | | 89,223 | |
iShares Broad USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF | | | 5,960 | | | | 235,778 | |
iShares Core 1-5 Year USD Bond ETF | | | 20,510 | | | | 1,013,604 | |
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF | | | 4,850 | | | | 336,057 | |
iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | | | 23,110 | | | | 2,550,420 | |
iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol EAFE ETF | | | 1,250 | | | | 89,900 | |
iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol USA ETF | | | 3,550 | | | | 261,742 | |
iShares Gold Trust * | | | 1,230 | | | | 44,661 | |
iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF | | | 1,060 | | | | 52,947 | |
iShares MSCI USA Small-Cap Min Vol Factor ETF | | | 2,510 | | | | 90,937 | |
iShares TIPS Bond ETF | | | 3,560 | | | | 452,761 | |
Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF | | | 1,170 | | | | 90,207 | |
SPDR Portfolio Long Term Treasury ETF | | | 2,500 | | | | 99,850 | |
SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF | | | 1,410 | | | | 72,389 | |
| | | | | | | 5,713,415 | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $5,903,716) | | | | | | | 5,713,415 | |
|
MUTUAL FUNDS — 47.2% |
Mutual Funds — 47.2% |
SGI Global Equity Fund, Class I | | | 72,947 | | | | 2,616,612 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund, Class I | | | 41,037 | | | | 1,098,965 | |
SGI US Large Cap Equity Fund, Class I | | | 73,983 | | | | 1,368,688 | |
SGI US Small Cap Equity Fund, Class I | | | 39,962 | | | | 468,352 | |
| | | | | | | 5,552,617 | |
TOTAL MUTUAL FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $5,592,119) | | | | | | | 5,552,617 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 4.3% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 510,652 | | | | 510,652 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $510,652) | | | | | | | 510,652 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.1% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $12,006,487) | | | | | | | 11,776,684 | |
LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS — (0.1)% | | | | | | | (9,651 | ) |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 11,767,033 | |
* | Non-income producing security |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Funds
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by sector of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS: | | | 21.3 | % | | $ | 2,876,053 | |
MUTUAL FUNDS: | | | 73.3 | | | | 9,875,621 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 5.0 | | | | 667,181 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.4 | | | | 58,854 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100 | % | | $ | 13,477,709 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND
Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS — 21.3% |
Exchange-Traded Funds — 21.3% |
Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund | | | 1,540 | | | $ | 59,320 | |
Invesco Optimum Yield Diversified Commodity Strategy No K-1 ETF | | | 12,660 | | | | 204,839 | |
iShares 5-10 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF | | | 1,710 | | | | 97,179 | |
iShares Core 1-5 Year USD Bond ETF | | | 7,000 | | | | 345,940 | |
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF | | | 10,090 | | | | 699,136 | |
iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | | | 3,690 | | | | 407,228 | |
iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol EAFE ETF | | | 1,370 | | | | 98,530 | |
iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol USA ETF | | | 4,010 | | | | 295,657 | |
iShares Gold Trust * | | | 1,340 | | | | 48,656 | |
iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF | | | 1,160 | | | | 57,942 | |
iShares MSCI USA Small-Cap Min Vol Factor ETF | | | 2,740 | | | | 99,270 | |
iShares TIPS Bond ETF | | | 1,330 | | | | 169,150 | |
Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF | | | 1,270 | | | | 97,917 | |
SPDR Portfolio Long Term Treasury ETF | | | 2,910 | | | | 116,225 | |
SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF | | | 1,540 | | | | 79,064 | |
| | | | | | | 2,876,053 | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $2,970,397) | | | | | | | 2,876,053 | |
| | | | | | | | |
MUTUAL FUNDS — 73.3% |
Mutual Funds — 73.3% |
SGI Global Equity Fund, Class I | | | 109,171 | | | | 3,915,981 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund, Class I | | | 105,788 | | | | 2,833,013 | |
SGI US Large Cap Equity Fund, Class I | | | 125,892 | | | | 2,329,001 | |
SGI US Small Cap Equity Fund, Class I | | | 68,057 | | | | 797,626 | |
| | | | | | | 9,875,621 | |
TOTAL MUTUAL FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $10,263,464) | | | | | | | 9,875,621 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 5.0% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | 667,181 | | | | 667,181 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $667,181) | | | | | | | 667,181 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 99.6% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $13,901,045) | | | | | | | 13,418,855 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.4% | | | | | | | 58,854 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 13,477,709 | |
* | Non-income producing security |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Funds
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents a summary by security type of the portfolio holdings of the Fund:
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS: | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Financial Services | | | 9.4 | % | | $ | 8,640,775 | |
Transportation | | | 7.7 | | | | 7,141,527 | |
Oil & Gas | | | 6.1 | | | | 5,632,760 | |
Retail | | | 5.9 | | | | 5,494,662 | |
Commercial Services | | | 5.4 | | | | 5,026,178 | |
Banks | | | 5.1 | | | | 4,765,644 | |
Food | | | 4.8 | | | | 4,446,187 | |
Software | | | 4.5 | | | | 4,189,294 | |
REITS | | | 3.9 | | | | 3,564,819 | |
Building Materials | | | 3.6 | | | | 3,288,276 | |
Insurance | | | 3.2 | | | | 2,912,957 | |
Pharmaceuticals | | | 3.1 | | | | 2,891,587 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment | | | 3.0 | | | | 2,752,807 | |
Engineering & Construction | | | 2.3 | | | | 2,091,190 | |
Distribution/Wholesale | | | 2.1 | | | | 1,961,434 | |
Healthcare-Products | | | 2.0 | | | | 1,809,686 | |
Electronics | | | 1.9 | | | | 1,780,657 | |
Home Builders | | | 1.9 | | | | 1,779,869 | |
Biotechnology | | | 1.9 | | | | 1,748,987 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware | | | 1.5 | | | | 1,365,249 | |
Computers | | | 1.5 | | | | 1,370,233 | |
Media | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,336,563 | |
Healthcare-Services | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,252,498 | |
Apparel | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,290,464 | |
Machinery-Diversified | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,340,836 | |
Iron/Steel | | | 1.2 | | | | 1,138,410 | |
Home Furnishings | | | 1.1 | | | | 1,030,429 | |
Leisure Time | | | 1.0 | | | | 879,013 | |
Savings & Loans | | | 0.9 | | | | 814,394 | |
Water | | | 0.9 | | | | 815,762 | |
Beverages | | | 0.8 | | | | 745,395 | |
Internet | | | 0.8 | | | | 781,826 | |
Aerospace/Defense | | | 0.7 | | | | 641,520 | |
Housewares | | | 0.5 | | | | 418,639 | |
Machinery-Construction & Mining | | | 0.5 | | | | 445,824 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care | | | 0.5 | | | | 436,536 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing | | | 0.4 | | | | 365,751 | |
Gas | | | 0.4 | | | | 385,555 | |
Telecommunications | | | 0.3 | | | | 301,224 | |
Real Estate | | | 0.2 | | | | 176,484 | |
Environmental Control | | | 0.2 | | | | 165,436 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources | | | 0.2 | | | | 222,632 | |
Oil & Gas Services | | | 0.2 | | | | 204,341 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment | | | 0.1 | | | | 121,437 | |
Chemicals | | | 0.1 | | | | 88,132 | |
Household Products/Wares | | | 0.1 | | | | 84,756 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio Holdings Summary Table (CONCLUDED)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | % of Net Assets | | | Value | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | 1.0 | % | | $ | 930,615 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,270,992 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES | | | 0.0 | | | | 24,457 | |
NET ASSETS | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 92,364,699 | |
Portfolio holdings are subject to change at any time.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio of Investments
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
COMMON STOCKS — 97.6% |
Aerospace/Defense — 0.7% |
Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc. | | | 12,000 | | | $ | 465,000 | |
Astronics Corp.* | | | 12,000 | | | | 176,520 | |
| | | | | | | 641,520 | |
Apparel — 1.4% |
Crocs, Inc.* | | | 3,800 | | | | 318,174 | |
Oxford Industries, Inc. | | | 11,000 | | | | 972,290 | |
| | | | | | | 1,290,464 | |
Auto Parts & Equipment — 3.0% |
Dorman Products, Inc.* | | | 4,200 | | | | 392,364 | |
Shyft Group Inc., (The) | | | 8,700 | | | | 351,567 | |
Standard Motor Products, Inc. | | | 9,600 | | | | 419,616 | |
Titan International, Inc.* | | | 50,500 | | | | 565,600 | |
XPEL, Inc.* | | | 14,100 | | | | 1,023,660 | |
| | | | | | | 2,752,807 | |
Banks — 5.1% |
Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc.* | | | 2,600 | | | | 43,758 | |
Byline Bancorp, Inc. | | | 3,500 | | | | 95,445 | |
City Holding Co. | | | 3,500 | | | | 278,845 | |
CNB Financial Corp. | | | 1,700 | | | | 44,455 | |
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. | | | 13,200 | | | | 435,600 | |
CrossFirst Bankshares, Inc.* | | | 20,300 | | | | 319,319 | |
Equity Bancshares, Inc., Class A | | | 4,300 | | | | 135,235 | |
Farmers National Banc Corp. | | | 18,700 | | | | 322,201 | |
First Financial Corp. | | | 5,900 | | | | 274,409 | |
Guaranty Bancshares Inc. | | | 3,500 | | | | 122,395 | |
Merchants Bancorp | | | 5,900 | | | | 170,805 | |
Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp.* | | | 9,000 | | | | 920,250 | |
Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. | | | 3,800 | | | | 106,362 | |
Origin Bancorp, Inc. | | | 9,300 | | | | 429,474 | |
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corp. | | | 1,900 | | | | 71,668 | |
Provident Bancorp, Inc. | | | 4,900 | | | | 80,164 | |
RBB Bancorp | | | 6,600 | | | | 159,192 | |
Red River Bancshares, Inc. | | | 2,600 | | | | 133,120 | |
Republic First Bancorp, Inc.* | | | 26,500 | | | | 137,535 | |
ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. | | | 500 | | | | 43,690 | |
SmartFinancial, Inc. | | | 5,800 | | | | 151,322 | |
South Plains Financial, Inc. | | | 4,000 | | | | 110,680 | |
Southern First Bancshares, Inc.* | | | 2,400 | | | | 136,944 | |
Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. | | | 800 | | | | 42,776 | |
| | | | | | | 4,765,644 | |
Beverages — 0.8% |
Coca Cola Bottling Co. | | | 1,500 | | | | 745,395 | |
Biotechnology — 1.9% |
Innoviva, Inc.* | | | 46,700 | | | | 897,107 | |
Organogenesis Holdings, Inc.* | | | 114,500 | | | | 851,880 | |
| | | | | | | 1,748,987 | |
Building Materials — 3.6% |
Hayward Holdings, Inc.* | | | 22,300 | | | | 398,947 | |
Louisiana-Pacific Corp. | | | 13,200 | | | | 949,740 | |
Patrick Industries, Inc. | | | 13,400 | | | | 955,956 | |
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. | | | 8,300 | | | | 983,633 | |
| | | | | | | 3,288,276 | |
Chemicals — 0.1% |
AdvanSix, Inc. | | | 2,200 | | | | 88,132 | |
Commercial Services — 5.4% |
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.* | | | 8,100 | | | | 859,734 | |
CorVel Corp.* | | | 4,100 | | | | 652,146 | |
Forrester Research, Inc.* | | | 10,000 | | | | 519,300 | |
Franklin Covey Co.* | | | 4,900 | | | | 225,890 | |
FTI Consulting, Inc.* | | | 4,600 | | | | 671,600 | |
Kforce, Inc. | | | 6,200 | | | | 466,116 | |
Korn/Ferry International | | | 1,700 | | | | 112,642 | |
Medifast, Inc. | | | 2,000 | | | | 372,000 | |
PROG Holdings, Inc.* | | | 22,281 | | | | 682,690 | |
Vectrus, Inc.* | | | 3,500 | | | | 160,440 | |
Willdan Group, Inc.* | | | 9,400 | | | | 303,620 | |
| | | | | | | 5,026,178 | |
Computers — 1.5% |
ExlService Holdings, Inc.* | | | 700 | | | | 84,553 | |
Insight Enterprises, Inc.* | | | 4,900 | | | | 509,600 | |
Varonis Systems, Inc.* | | | 17,800 | | | | 776,080 | |
| | | | | | | 1,370,233 | |
Cosmetics/Personal Care — 0.5% |
Inter Parfums, Inc. | | | 4,700 | | | | 436,536 | |
Distribution/Wholesale — 2.1% |
Core & Main, Inc., Class A* | | | 38,300 | | | | 860,984 | |
Leslies, Inc.* | | | 42,600 | | | | 907,806 | |
Titan Machinery, Inc.* | | | 6,800 | | | | 192,644 | |
| | | | | | | 1,961,434 | |
Diversified Financial Services — 9.4% |
Amerant Bancorp, Inc. | | | 11,400 | | | | 369,930 | |
AssetMark Financial Holdings, Inc.* | | | 17,300 | | | | 406,377 | |
Atlanticus Holdings Corp.* | | | 14,600 | | | | 777,742 | |
B Riley Financial, Inc. | | | 14,900 | | | | 887,295 | |
Cohen & Steers, Inc. | | | 600 | | | | 48,756 | |
Columbia Financial, Inc.* | | | 24,600 | | | | 522,504 | |
Encore Capital Group, Inc.* | | | 7,700 | | | | 508,123 | |
Enova International, Inc.* | | | 16,300 | | | | 664,551 | |
Focus Financial Partners, Inc., Class A* | | | 17,600 | | | | 880,704 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | | | 8,600 | | | $ | 884,596 | |
International Money Express, Inc.* | | | 40,600 | | | | 652,036 | |
Nelnet, Inc., Class A | | | 500 | | | | 40,275 | |
Piper Sandler Cos | | | 3,000 | | | | 444,030 | |
PJT Partners, Inc., Class A | | | 12,898 | | | | 823,150 | |
Regional Management Corp. | | | 3,700 | | | | 189,921 | |
SLM Corp. | | | 27,451 | | | | 540,785 | |
| | | | | | | 8,640,775 | |
Electrical Components & Equipment — 0.1% |
Orion Energy Systems, Inc.* | | | 39,300 | | | | 121,437 | |
Electronics — 1.9% |
Avnet, Inc. | | | 1,100 | | | | 46,277 | |
Identiv, Inc.* | | | 14,500 | | | | 303,920 | |
OSI Systems, Inc.* | | | 7,900 | | | | 637,293 | |
TTM Technologies, Inc.* | | | 63,100 | | | | 793,167 | |
| | | | | | | 1,780,657 | |
Energy-Alternate Sources — 0.2% |
Green Plains, Inc.* | | | 6,800 | | | | 222,632 | |
Engineering & Construction — 2.3% |
Frontdoor, Inc.* | | | 9,200 | | | | 276,460 | |
IES Holdings, Inc.* | | | 5,900 | | | | 248,036 | |
MYR Group, Inc.* | | | 4,700 | | | | 421,825 | |
NV5 Global, Inc.* | | | 6,600 | | | | 707,850 | |
WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp.* | | | 12,300 | | | | 437,019 | |
| | | | | | | 2,091,190 | |
Environmental Control — 0.2% |
Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc.* | | | 5,900 | | | | 165,436 | |
Food — 4.8% |
Chefs’ Warehouse Inc, (The)* | | | 21,700 | | | | 712,845 | |
Flowers Foods, Inc. | | | 10,100 | | | | 276,841 | |
Hostess Brands, Inc.* | | | 2,800 | | | | 60,312 | |
Ingles Markets, Inc., Class A | | | 3,700 | | | | 304,214 | |
Seaboard Corp. | | | 50 | | | | 192,974 | |
Simply Good Foods Co., (The)* | | | 1,300 | | | | 51,519 | |
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.* | | | 31,800 | | | | 905,664 | |
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. | | | 15,600 | | | | 526,500 | |
United Natural Foods, Inc.* | | | 10,300 | | | | 414,369 | |
Utz Brands, Inc. | | | 16,300 | | | | 248,575 | |
Weis Markets, Inc. | | | 12,200 | | | | 752,374 | |
| | | | | | | 4,446,187 | |
Gas — 0.4% |
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. | | | 2,900 | | | | 385,555 | |
Healthcare-Products — 2.0% |
Inari Medical, Inc.* | | | 10,900 | | | | 958,982 | |
Shockwave Medical, Inc.* | | | 4,800 | | | | 850,704 | |
| | | | | | | 1,809,686 | |
Healthcare-Services — 1.4% |
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings, Inc.* | | | 113,400 | | | | 595,350 | |
Community Health Systems, Inc.* | | | 17,800 | | | | 187,078 | |
Fulgent Genetics, Inc.* | | | 5,900 | | | | 367,570 | |
Joint Corp., (The)* | | | 2,500 | | | | 102,500 | |
| | | | | | | 1,252,498 | |
Home Builders — 1.9% |
Forestar Group, Inc.* | | | 9,500 | | | | 173,945 | |
Thor Industries, Inc. | | | 8,400 | | | | 760,200 | |
Winnebago Industries, Inc. | | | 13,200 | | | | 845,724 | |
| | | | | | | 1,779,869 | |
Home Furnishings — 1.1% |
Lovesac Co., (The)* | | | 8,200 | | | | 348,418 | |
Sonos, Inc.* | | | 24,900 | | | | 682,011 | |
| | | | | | | 1,030,429 | |
Household Products/Wares — 0.1% |
WD-40 Co. | | | 400 | | | | 84,756 | |
Housewares — 0.5% |
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., (The) | | | 2,989 | | | | 418,639 | |
Insurance — 3.2% |
Donegal Group, Inc., Class A | | | 11,200 | | | | 152,992 | |
Greenlight Capital Re Ltd., Class A* | | | 7,500 | | | | 53,925 | |
Mercury General Corp. | | | 4,500 | | | | 247,500 | |
Nmi Holdings, Inc., Class A* | | | 20,500 | | | | 474,370 | |
Palomar Holdings, Inc.* | | | 6,600 | | | | 425,238 | |
RLI Corp. | | | 4,600 | | | | 466,900 | |
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. | | | 3,000 | | | | 250,320 | |
Stewart Information Services Corp. | | | 12,400 | | | | 841,712 | |
| | | | | | | 2,912,957 | |
Internet — 0.8% |
ePlus, Inc.* | | | 9,900 | | | | 464,310 | |
HealthStream, Inc.* | | | 7,600 | | | | 155,724 | |
Upwork, Inc.* | | | 6,400 | | | | 161,792 | |
| | | | | | | 781,826 | |
Iron/Steel — 1.2% |
Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc., Class A | | | 23,400 | | | | 1,138,410 | |
Leisure Time — 1.0% |
OneWater Marine, Inc., Class A | | | 17,300 | | | | 879,013 | |
Machinery-Construction & Mining — 0.5% |
Terex Corp. | | | 10,800 | | | | 445,824 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Machinery-Diversified — 1.5% |
Alamo Group, Inc. | | | 3,000 | | | $ | 417,330 | |
Columbus McKinnon Corp. | | | 7,900 | | | | 360,556 | |
Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc.* | | | 27,800 | | | | 562,950 | |
| | | | | | | 1,340,836 | |
Media — 1.4% |
Liberty Latin America Ltd., Class C* | | | 87,900 | | | | 886,911 | |
Scripps E W Co., Class A | | | 20,200 | | | | 449,652 | |
| | | | | | | 1,336,563 | |
Metal Fabricate/Hardware — 1.5% |
AZZ, Inc. | | | 6,800 | | | | 334,764 | |
Lawson Products Inc.* | | | 2,500 | | | | 106,275 | |
Mueller Industries, Inc. | | | 16,200 | | | | 924,210 | |
| | | | | | | 1,365,249 | |
Miscellaneous Manufacturing — 0.4% |
American Outdoor Brands, Inc.* | | | 9,300 | | | | 145,359 | |
Chase Corp. | | | 2,400 | | | | 220,392 | |
| | | | | | | 365,751 | |
Oil & Gas — 6.1% |
Brigham Minerals, Inc., Class A | | | 28,900 | | | | 658,342 | |
CNX Resources Corp.* | | | 12,400 | | | | 202,616 | |
Earthstone Energy, Inc., Class A* | | | 60,000 | | | | 780,000 | |
EQT Corp. | | | 20,900 | | | | 483,626 | |
Oasis Petroleum, Inc. | | | 4,900 | | | | 649,299 | |
Ovintiv, Inc. | | | 13,000 | | | | 596,050 | |
Range Resources Corp.* | | | 7,900 | | | | 181,305 | |
SM Energy Co. | | | 26,000 | | | | 923,260 | |
Talos Energy, Inc.* | | | 19,600 | | | | 307,916 | |
W&T Offshore, Inc.* | | | 68,600 | | | | 333,396 | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp. | | | 7,000 | | | | 516,950 | |
| | | | | | | 5,632,760 | |
Oil & Gas Services — 0.2% |
RPC, Inc.* | | | 23,300 | | | | 204,341 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 3.1% |
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.* | | | 46,900 | | | | 913,143 | |
Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 7,619 | | | | 361,064 | |
Nature’s Sunshine Products, Inc. | | | 5,800 | | | | 101,674 | |
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.* | | | 7,200 | | | | 480,168 | |
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.* | | | 5,000 | | | | 159,750 | |
USANA Health Sciences, Inc.* | | | 9,951 | | | | 875,788 | |
| | | | | | | 2,891,587 | |
Real Estate — 0.2% |
eXp World Holdings, Inc. | | | 6,600 | | | | 176,484 | |
REITS — 3.9% |
City Office REIT, Inc. | | | 13,900 | | | | 239,358 | |
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. | | | 42,400 | | | | 882,768 | |
Life Storage, Inc. | | | 5,000 | | | | 632,950 | |
Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. | | | 10,500 | | | | 736,365 | |
Safehold, Inc. | | | 14,900 | | | | 914,264 | |
UMH Properties, Inc. | | | 6,900 | | | | 159,114 | |
| | | | | | | 3,564,819 | |
Retail — 5.9% |
Arko Corp. | | | 24,500 | | | | 204,575 | |
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.* | | | 5,400 | | | | 1,048,194 | |
AutoNation, Inc.* | | | 8,600 | | | | 986,076 | |
GMS, Inc.* | | | 16,400 | | | | 889,700 | |
Hibbett, Inc. | | | 10,200 | | | | 459,816 | |
Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.* | | | 22,012 | | | | 353,513 | |
MarineMax, Inc.* | | | 19,100 | | | | 874,016 | |
Murphy USA, Inc. | | | 1,400 | | | | 253,036 | |
Petco Health & Wellness Co., Inc.* | | | 24,300 | | | | 425,736 | |
| | | | | | | 5,494,662 | |
Savings & Loans — 0.9% |
Hingham Institution For Savings, (The) | | | 500 | | | | 179,920 | |
HomeTrust Bancshares, Inc. | | | 9,100 | | | | 273,728 | |
Southern Missouri Bancorp, Inc. | | | 4,800 | | | | 257,184 | |
Waterstone Financial, Inc. | | | 5,300 | | | | 103,562 | |
| | | | | | | 814,394 | |
Software — 4.5% |
CoreCard Corp.* | | | 2,700 | | | | 86,994 | |
Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc.* | | | 13,400 | | | | 430,140 | |
EverCommerce, Inc.* | | | 42,800 | | | | 512,744 | |
Evolent Health, Inc., Class A* | | | 37,200 | | | | 991,380 | |
Immersion Corp.* | | | 21,600 | | | | 114,912 | |
Verint Systems, Inc.* | | | 18,800 | | | | 944,324 | |
Verra Mobility Corp.* | | | 66,000 | | | | 1,108,800 | |
| | | | | | | 4,189,294 | |
Telecommunications — 0.3% |
Viasat, Inc.* | | | 6,600 | | | | 301,224 | |
Transportation — 7.7% |
Air Transport Services Group, Inc.* | | | 17,600 | | | | 554,576 | |
ArcBest Corp. | | | 4,900 | | | | 454,132 | |
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.* | | | 6,000 | | | | 470,160 | |
Covenant Logistics Group, Inc. | | | 10,800 | | | | 243,108 | |
Daseke, Inc.* | | | 71,900 | | | | 902,345 | |
Heartland Express, Inc. | | | 45,200 | | | | 649,072 | |
Landstar System, Inc. | | | 5,700 | | | | 880,137 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND
Portfolio of Investments (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Marten Transport, Ltd. | | | 25,100 | | | $ | 432,975 | |
Radiant Logistics, Inc.* | | | 31,700 | | | | 218,730 | |
Saia, Inc.* | | | 900 | | | | 258,507 | |
Schneider National, Inc., Class B | | | 34,900 | | | | 911,588 | |
Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. | | | 10,300 | | | | 197,039 | |
Werner Enterprises, Inc. | | | 22,300 | | | | 969,158 | |
| | | | | | | 7,141,527 | |
Water — 0.9% |
American States Water Co. | | | 4,700 | | | | 395,552 | |
Artesian Resources Corp., Class A | | | 4,600 | | | | 213,808 | |
York Water Co., (The) | | | 4,600 | | | | 206,402 | |
| | | | | | | 815,762 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $92,710,308) | | | | | | | 90,138,635 | |
| | | | | | | | |
EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS — 1.0% |
Exchange-Traded Funds — 1.0% |
iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF | | | 8,640 | | | | 930,615 | |
| | | | | | | | |
TOTAL EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $921,429) | | | | | | | 930,615 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.4% |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01%(a) | | | | | | $ | 1,270,992 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $1,270,992) | | | | | | | 1,270,992 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENTS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Cost $94,902,729) | | | | | | | 92,340,242 | |
OTHER ASSETS IN EXCESS OF LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | | | | | | 24,457 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 92,364,699 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
ETF Exchange-Traded Funds
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Statements of Assets and Liabilities
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | | SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | SGI Global Equity Fund | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $419,488,895, $33,170,339, and $108,824,534, respectively) | | $ | 471,234,692 | | | $ | 35,383,557 | | | $ | 119,273,449 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $8,210,918, $599,122, and $1,503,267, respectively) | | | 8,210,918 | | | | 599,122 | | | | 1,503,267 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 865,850 | | | | 106,882 | | | | 294,821 | |
Dividends | | | 1,018,404 | | | | 13,494 | | | | 166,021 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 121,965 | | | | 35,303 | | | | 25,738 | |
Total assets | | $ | 481,451,829 | | | $ | 36,138,358 | | | $ | 121,263,296 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares redeemed | | $ | 3,207,859 | | | $ | 48,884 | | | $ | 30,639 | |
Advisory fees | | | 269,011 | | | | 22,184 | | | | 52,803 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 87,329 | | | | 46,371 | | | | 44,953 | |
Total liabilities | | | 3,564,199 | | | | 117,439 | | | | 128,395 | |
Net assets | | $ | 477,887,630 | | | $ | 36,020,919 | | | $ | 121,134,901 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 25,834 | | | $ | 3,077 | | | $ | 3,377 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 388,377,121 | | | | 34,027,960 | | | | 108,573,020 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | 89,484,675 | | | | 1,989,882 | | | | 12,558,504 | |
Net assets | | $ | 477,887,630 | | | $ | 36,020,919 | | | $ | 121,134,901 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLASS I SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class I Shares | | $ | 446,999,536 | | | $ | 30,106,838 | | | $ | 121,134,901 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 24,163,064 | | | | 2,568,734 | | | | 3,377,068 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 18.50 | | | $ | 11.72 | | | $ | 35.87 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLASS A SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class A Shares | | $ | 28,291,369 | | | $ | 5,767,811 | | | $ | — | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,525,594 | | | | 495,014 | | | | — | |
Net asset value and redemption price per share | | $ | 18.54 | | | $ | 11.65 | | | $ | — | |
Maximum offering price per share (100/94.75 of $18.54 and $11.65, respectively) | | $ | 19.57 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLASS C SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class C Shares | | $ | 2,596,725 | | | $ | 146,270 | | | $ | — | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 145,714 | | | | 13,010 | | | | — | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 17.82 | | | $ | 11.24 | | | $ | — | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Statements of Assets and Liabilities (Concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | SGI prudent growth Fund | | | SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND | | | SGI SMALL CAP core FUND | |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investments, at value (cost $11,495,835, $13,233,863,and, $93,631,737, respectively) | | $ | 11,266,032 | | | $ | 12,751,674 | | | $ | 91,069,250 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $510,652, $667,181, and $1,270,992, respectively) | | | 510,652 | | | | 667,181 | | | | 1,270,992 | |
Receivables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 22,341 | | | | 96,334 | | | | 116,019 | |
Dividends | | | — | | | | — | | | | 30,360 | |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | | | 6,313 | | | | 2,547 | | | | 26,250 | |
Total assets | | $ | 11,805,338 | | | $ | 13,517,736 | | | $ | 92,512,871 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital shares redeemed | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 8,768 | |
Advisory fees | | | 7,949 | | | | 9,945 | | | | 62,071 | |
Other accrued expenses and liabilities | | | 30,356 | | | | 30,082 | | | | 77,333 | |
Total liabilities | | | 38,305 | | | | 40,027 | | | | 148,172 | |
Net assets | | $ | 11,767,033 | | | $ | 13,477,709 | | | $ | 92,364,699 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 1,118 | | | $ | 1,258 | | | $ | 3,449 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 11,863,442 | | | | 13,686,088 | | | | 96,675,951 | |
Total distributable earnings/(loss) | | | (97,527 | ) | | | (209,637 | ) | | | (4,314,701 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 11,767,033 | | | $ | 13,477,709 | | | $ | 92,364,699 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLASS I SHARES: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets applicable to Class I Shares | | $ | 11,767,033 | | | $ | 13,477,709 | | | $ | 92,364,699 | |
Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,118,290 | | | | 1,258,103 | | | | 3,449,147 | |
Net asset value, offering and redemption price per share | | $ | 10.52 | | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 26.78 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Statements of Operations
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | | SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | SGI Global Equity Fund | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends (net of foreign withholdings taxes of $0, $0, and $78,541, respectively) | | $ | 3,615,073 | | | $ | 182,213 | | | $ | 1,012,613 | |
Total investment income | | | 3,615,073 | | | | 182,213 | | | | 1,012,613 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 1,830,111 | | | | 165,726 | | | | 410,681 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 125,277 | | | | 15,622 | | | | 36,655 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 80,363 | | | | 7,428 | | | | 64,042 | |
Legal fees | | | 60,033 | | | | 4,080 | | | | 13,796 | |
Distribution fees - Class A Shares | | | 36,527 | | | | 7,185 | | | | — | |
Distribution fees - Class C Shares | | | 14,071 | | | | 641 | | | | — | |
Director fees | | | 34,221 | | | | 2,960 | | | | 8,617 | |
Officer fees | | | 31,728 | | | | 2,548 | | | | 7,676 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 26,347 | | | | 23,602 | | | | 12,792 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 20,475 | | | | 19,643 | | | | 18,576 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 15,343 | | | | 3,024 | | | | 5,127 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 5,402 | | | | 2,472 | | | | 966 | |
Other expenses | | | 24,822 | | | | 4,103 | | | | 7,268 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 2,304,720 | | | | 259,034 | | | | 586,196 | |
(Waivers and/or reimbursements) net of amounts recouped (Note 2) | | | — | | | | (36,634 | ) | | | (93,378 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 2,304,720 | | | | 222,400 | | | | 492,818 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 1,310,353 | | | | (40,187 | ) | | | 519,795 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 42,684,451 | | | | 2,501,018 | | | | 3,242,374 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (84,077,607 | ) | | | (3,185,323 | ) | | | (6,064,317 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (41,393,156 | ) | | | (684,305 | ) | | | (2,821,943 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (40,082,803 | ) | | $ | (724,492 | ) | | $ | (2,302,148 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SUMMIT GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Statements of Operations (Concluded)
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
| | SGI prudent growth Fund | | | SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND | | | SGI SMALL CAP core FUND | |
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dividends (net of foreign withholdings taxes of $0, $0, and $0, respectively) | | $ | 528,943 | | | $ | 898,284 | | | $ | 459,779 | |
Total investment income | | | 528,943 | | | | 898,284 | | | | 459,779 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
EXPENSES | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 2) | | | 43,104 | | | | 45,895 | | | | 447,508 | |
Administration and accounting fees (Note 2) | | | 9,034 | | | | 9,203 | | | | 27,151 | |
Transfer agent fees (Note 2) | | | 6,679 | | | | 6,532 | | | | 49,592 | |
Legal fees | | | 684 | | | | 699 | | | | 12,710 | |
Distribution fees - Class A Shares | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Distribution fees - Class C Shares | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Director fees | | | 572 | | | | 572 | | | | 6,664 | |
Officer fees | | | 593 | | | | 580 | | | | 5,038 | |
Registration and filing fees | | | 12,533 | | | | 12,600 | | | | 13,994 | |
Audit and tax service fees | | | 18,652 | | | | 18,652 | | | | 16,904 | |
Printing and shareholder reporting fees | | | 2,342 | | | | 2,388 | | | | 10,088 | |
Custodian fees (Note 2) | | | 321 | | | | — | | | | 8,651 | |
Other expenses | | | 3,289 | | | | 4,454 | | | | 5,170 | |
Total expenses before waivers and/or reimbursements | | | 97,803 | | | | 101,575 | | | | 603,470 | |
(Waivers and/or reimbursements) net of amounts recouped (Note 2) | | | (102 | ) | | | 2,455 | | | | (24,064 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 97,701 | | | | 104,030 | | | | 579,406 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 431,242 | | | | 794,254 | | | | (119,627 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 222,050 | | | | 341,816 | | | | (2,126,631 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,234,144 | ) | | | (1,858,417 | ) | | | (2,985,526 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (1,012,094 | ) | | | (1,516,601 | ) | | | (5,112,157 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (580,852 | ) | | $ | (722,347 | ) | | $ | (5,231,784 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 1,310,353 | | | $ | 705,227 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 42,684,451 | | | | 85,368,756 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (84,077,607 | ) | | | 6,254,867 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (40,082,803 | ) | | | 92,328,850 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (74,965,551 | ) | | | (3,273,647 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (74,965,551 | ) | | | (3,273,647 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 104,230,185 | | | | 105,163,748 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 69,783,969 | | | | 700,221 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (125,186,826 | ) | | | (240,294,997 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares | | | 48,827,328 | | | | (134,431,028 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 3,825,052 | | | | 6,983,680 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 4,175,944 | | | | 103,833 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (2,702,361 | ) | | | (5,603,311 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 5,298,635 | | | | 1,484,202 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 156,267 | | | | 240,050 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 407,056 | | | | 7,069 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (252,159 | ) | | | (706,698 | ) |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 311,164 | | | | (459,579 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 54,437,127 | | | | (133,406,405 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (60,611,227 | ) | | | (44,351,202 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 538,498,857 | | | | 582,850,059 | |
End of period | | $ | 477,887,630 | | | $ | 538,498,857 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded)
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 5,026,555 | | | | 5,108,245 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 3,438,245 | | | | 34,701 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (6,112,371 | ) | | | (11,798,906 | ) |
Total Class I Shares | | | 2,352,429 | | | | (6,655,960 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 183,849 | | | | 334,721 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 205,477 | | | | 5,158 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (129,475 | ) | | | (269,665 | ) |
Total Class A Shares | | | 259,851 | | | | 70,214 | |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 7,556 | | | | 12,078 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 20,810 | | | | 366 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (12,058 | ) | | | (35,577 | ) |
Total Class C Shares | | | 16,308 | | | | (23,133 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 2,628,588 | | | | (6,608,879 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (40,187 | ) | | $ | (115,559 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 2,501,018 | | | | 9,246,644 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (3,185,323 | ) | | | 317,525 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (724,492 | ) | | | 9,448,610 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | — | | | | (119,130 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (119,130 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 6,861,421 | | | | 19,923,888 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | — | | | | 74,127 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (4,047,134 | ) | | | (42,720,127 | ) |
Total from Class I Shares. | | | 2,814,287 | | | | (22,722,112 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 754,048 | | | | 4,403,023 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | — | | | | 14,986 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (459,860 | ) | | | (7,255,626 | ) |
Total from Class A Shares | | | 294,188 | | | | (2,837,617 | ) |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 47,799 | | | | 2,950 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (15,085 | ) | | | (4,948 | ) |
Total from Class C Shares | | | 32,714 | | | | (1,998 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 3,141,189 | | | | (25,561,727 | ) |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 2,416,697 | | | | (16,232,247 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 33,604,222 | | | | 49,836,469 | |
End of period | | $ | 36,020,919 | | | $ | 33,604,222 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets (Concluded)
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 563,461 | | | | 1,826,006 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | | | | 6,876 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (339,294 | ) | | | (3,758,088 | ) |
Total Class I Shares | | | 224,167 | | | | (1,925,206 | ) |
Class A Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 63,100 | | | | 408,607 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | | | | 1,394 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (38,371 | ) | | | (630,037 | ) |
Total Class A Shares | | | 24,729 | | | | (220,036 | ) |
Class C Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 4,082 | | | | 277 | |
Shares reinvested | | | — | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,346 | ) | | | (478 | ) |
Total Class C Shares | | | 2,736 | | | | (201 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 251,632 | | | | (2,145,443 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 519,795 | | | $ | 974,342 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 3,242,374 | | | | 5,367,053 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (6,064,317 | ) | | | 9,054,219 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (2,302,148 | ) | | | 15,395,614 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (5,564,301 | ) | | | (551,275 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (5,564,301 | ) | | | (551,275 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 21,065,782 | | | | 61,955,131 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 5,546,852 | | | | 464,361 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (9,646,178 | ) | | | (23,490,959 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 16,966,456 | | | | 38,928,533 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 9,100,007 | | | | 53,772,872 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 112,034,894 | | | | 58,262,022 | |
End of period | | $ | 121,134,901 | | | $ | 112,034,894 | |
|
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 563,493 | | | | 1,813,299 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 147,481 | | | | 13,666 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (256,633 | ) | | | (673,755 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 454,341 | | | | 1,153,210 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 431,242 | | | $ | (59,456 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 222,050 | | | | 264,359 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,234,144 | ) | | | 698,753 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (580,852 | ) | | | 903,656 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (711,629 | ) | | | (4,271 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (711,629 | ) | | | (4,271 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 2,281,339 | | | | 6,704,479 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 711,629 | | | | 4,271 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (740,897 | ) | | | (3,208,535 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 2,252,071 | | | | 3,500,215 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 959,590 | | | | 4,403,871 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 10,807,443 | | | | 6,407,843 | |
End of period | | $ | 11,767,033 | | | $ | 10,811,714 | |
|
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 198,273 | | | | 608,029 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 63,117 | | | | 394 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (67,950 | ) | | | (288,003 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 193,440 | | | | 320,420 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 794,254 | | | $ | (108,378 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | 341,816 | | | | 662,947 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (1,858,417 | ) | | | 779,268 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (722,347 | ) | | | 1,333,837 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (1,403,072 | ) | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1,403,072 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 5,010,388 | | | | 5,837,060 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 1,403,072 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,749,944 | ) | | | (3,558,030 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 4,663,516 | | | | 2,279,030 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | 2,538,097 | | | | 3,612,867 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 10,939,612 | | | | 7,326,745 | |
End of period | | $ | 13,477,709 | | | $ | 10,939,612 | |
|
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Class I Shares | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 417,684 | | | | 500,535 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 119,437 | | | | — | |
Shares redeemed | | | (145,321 | ) | | | (303,661 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 391,800 | | | | 196,874 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI SMALL CAP CORE FUND (formerly, the SGI Small Cap Growth Fund)
Statements of Changes in Net Assets
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021 | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | (119,627 | ) | | $ | (331,002 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (2,126,631 | ) | | | 29,571,349 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (2,985,526 | ) | | | (5,218,328 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (5,231,784 | ) | | | 24,022,019 | |
| | | | | | | | |
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (24,978,857 | ) | | | (3,334,454 | ) |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (24,978,857 | ) | | | (3,334,454 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 16,132,490 | | | | 126,727,651 | |
Reinvestment of distributions | | | 24,457,949 | | | | 3,236,288 | |
Distributions for shares redeemed | | | (15,423,762 | ) | | | (110,352,037 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 25,166,677 | | | | 19,611,902 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (5,043,964 | ) | | | 40,299,467 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 97,408,663 | | | | 57,109,196 | |
End of period | | $ | 92,364,699 | | | $ | 97,408,663 | |
| | | | | | | | |
SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 557,883 | | | | 3,271,914 | |
Shares reinvested | | | 884,875 | | | | 102,414 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (514,739 | ) | | | (2,881,312 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 928,019 | | | | 493,016 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 23.21 | | | $ | 19.55 | | | $ | 18.24 | | | $ | 17.97 | | | $ | 15.43 | | | $ | 14.69 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.22 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (1.51 | ) | | | 3.76 | | | | 1.66 | | | | 0.75 | | | | 3.52 | | | | 0.90 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.45 | ) | | | 3.79 | | | | 1.80 | | | | 0.93 | | | | 3.68 | | | | 1.12 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (3.22 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.96 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (3.26 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.49 | ) | | | (0.66 | ) | | | (1.14 | ) | | | (0.38 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 18.50 | | | $ | 23.21 | | | $ | 19.55 | | | $ | 18.24 | | | $ | 17.97 | | | $ | 15.43 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (7.46 | )%(4) | | | 19.46 | % | | | 10.10 | % | | | 5.83 | % | | | 24.98 | % | | | 7.73 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 447,000 | | | $ | 506,159 | | | $ | 556,511 | | | $ | 497,097 | | | $ | 437,424 | | | $ | 91,977 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 0.86 | %(5) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 0.86 | %(5) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | 1.14 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.53 | %(5) | | | 0.15 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 0.87 | % | | | 1.32 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 85 | %(4) | | | 91 | % | | | 129 | % | | | 104 | % | | | 85 | % | | | 31 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class A Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class A Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 23.25 | | | $ | 19.59 | | | $ | 18.29 | | | $ | 17.99 | | | $ | 15.40 | | | $ | 14.67 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.03 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.16 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (1.52 | ) | | | 3.77 | | | | 1.67 | | | | 0.76 | | | | 3.55 | | | | 0.92 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.49 | ) | | | 3.75 | | | | 1.75 | | | | 0.90 | | | | 3.65 | | | | 1.08 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (3.22 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.96 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (3.22 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | (1.06 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 18.54 | | | $ | 23.25 | | | $ | 19.59 | | | $ | 18.29 | | | $ | 17.99 | | | $ | 15.40 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (7.60 | )%(4) | | | 19.20 | % | | | 9.78 | % | | | 5.61 | % | | | 24.68 | % | | | 7.48 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 28,291 | | | $ | 29,423 | | | $ | 23,424 | | | $ | 14,751 | | | $ | 9,530 | | | $ | 22,195 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 1.11 | %(5) | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 1.11 | %(5) | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.39 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.28 | %(5) | | | (0.09 | )% | | | 0.47 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.62 | % | | | 1.07 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 85 | %(4) | | | 91 | % | | | 129 | % | | | 104 | % | | | 85 | % | | | 31 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. Total investment return does not reflect any applicable sales charge. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. LARGE CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class C Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class C Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 22.54 | | | $ | 19.11 | | | $ | 17.79 | | | $ | 17.59 | | | $ | 15.15 | | | $ | 14.51 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.04 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (1.45 | ) | | | 3.65 | | | | 1.71 | | | | 0.74 | | | | 3.48 | | | | 0.93 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.50 | ) | | | 3.48 | | | | 1.66 | | | | 0.75 | | | | 3.46 | | | | 0.97 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | (3.22 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.96 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (3.22 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (1.02 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 17.82 | | | $ | 22.54 | | | $ | 19.11 | | | $ | 17.79 | | | $ | 17.59 | | | $ | 15.15 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (7.92 | )%(4) | | | 18.25 | % | | | 9.47 | % | | | 4.78 | % | | | 23.80 | % | | | 6.74 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 2,597 | | | $ | 2,917 | | | $ | 2,915 | | | $ | 2,350 | | | $ | 1,916 | | | $ | 1,226 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 1.86 | %(5) | | | 1.87 | % | | | 1.85 | % | | | 1.93 | % | | | 1.98 | % | | | 1.98 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and/or reimbursements net of amounts recouped | | | 1.86 | %(5) | | | 1.87 | % | | | 1.85 | % | | | 1.86 | % | | | 2.00 | % | | | 2.15 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.47 | )%(5) | | | (0.84 | )% | | | (0.26 | )% | | | 0.07 | % | | | (0.11 | )% | | | 0.30 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 85 | %(4) | | | 91 | % | | | 129 | % | | | 104 | % | | | 85 | % | | | 31 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.91 | | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 11.49 | | | $ | 13.82 | | | $ | 12.39 | | | $ | 10.83 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.04 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | 1.92 | | | | (1.40 | ) | | | (1.89 | ) | | | 2.61 | | | | 1.57 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.19 | ) | | | 1.90 | | | | (1.33 | ) | | | (1.75 | ) | | | 2.60 | | | | 1.61 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (1.12 | ) | | | — | (4) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.58 | ) | | | (1.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.72 | | | $ | 11.91 | | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 11.49 | | | $ | 13.82 | | | $ | 12.39 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (1.60 | )%(5) | | | 19.02 | % | | | (11.75 | )% | | | (12.43 | )% | | | 22.26 | % | | | 14.86 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 30,107 | | | $ | 27,913 | | | $ | 42,830 | | | $ | 33,707 | | | $ | 31,559 | | | $ | 12,919 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.23 | %(6) | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.44 | %(6) | | | 1.40 | % | | | 1.36 | % | | | 1.40 | % | | | 1.60 | % | | | 2.21 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.20 | )%(6) | | | (0.23 | )% | | | 0.68 | % | | | 1.19 | % | | | (0.05 | )% | | | 0.31 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 82 | %(5) | | | 135 | % | | | 151 | % | | | 145 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 95 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class A Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class A Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.85 | | | $ | 10.00 | | | $ | 11.46 | | | $ | 13.80 | | | $ | 12.38 | | | $ | 10.83 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.11 | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 0.01 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | 1.92 | | | | (1.38 | ) | | | (1.88 | ) | | | 2.59 | | | | 1.57 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.20 | ) | | | 1.87 | | | | (1.35 | ) | | | (1.77 | ) | | | 2.56 | | | | 1.58 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (1.12 | ) | | | — | (4) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.57 | ) | | | (1.14 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.65 | | | $ | 11.85 | | | $ | 10.00 | | | $ | 11.46 | | | $ | 13.80 | | | $ | 12.38 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (1.69 | )%(5) | | | 18.69 | % | | | (11.95 | )% | | | (12.61 | )% | | | 21.90 | % | | | 14.63 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 5,768 | | | $ | 5,573 | | | $ | 6,905 | | | $ | 3,892 | | | $ | 3,560 | | | $ | 3,132 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.48 | %(6) | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.48 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.69 | %(6) | | | 1.65 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.65 | % | | | 1.86 | % | | | 2.44 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.45 | )%(6) | | | (0.48 | )% | | | 0.32 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | (0.23 | )% | | | 0.06 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 82 | %(5) | | | 135 | % | | | 151 | % | | | 145 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 95 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. Total investment return does not reflect any applicable sales charge. |
(4) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI U.S. SMALL CAP EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class C Shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class C Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.48 | | | $ | 9.75 | | | $ | 11.22 | | | $ | 13.59 | | | $ | 12.27 | | | $ | 10.80 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(2) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | 1.87 | | | | (1.37 | ) | | | (1.84 | ) | | | 2.56 | | | | 1.55 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.24 | ) | | | 1.73 | | | | (1.40 | ) | | | (1.83 | ) | | | 2.44 | | | | 1.47 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized capital gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (1.12 | ) | | | — | (4) |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (1.12 | ) | | | — | (4) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.24 | | | $ | 11.48 | | | $ | 9.75 | | | $ | 11.22 | | | $ | 13.59 | | | $ | 12.27 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (2.09 | )%(5) | | | 17.74 | % | | | (12.57 | )% | | | (13.30 | )% | | | 21.05 | % | | | 13.63 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 146 | | | $ | 118 | | | $ | 102 | | | $ | 114 | | | $ | 200 | | | $ | 168 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 2.23 | %(6) | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.23 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 2.44 | %(6) | | | 2.40 | % | | | 2.36 | % | | | 2.40 | % | | | 2.61 | % | | | 2.89 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (1.20 | )%(6) | | | (1.26 | )% | | | (0.29 | )% | | | 0.09 | % | | | (0.95 | )% | | | (0.67 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 82 | %(5) | | | 135 | % | | | 151 | % | | | 145 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 95 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
Financial Highlights (CONTINUED)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2020 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2019 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2018 | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 38.33 | | | $ | 32.93 | | | $ | 32.62 | | | $ | 30.30 | | | $ | 27.20 | | | $ | 24.93 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(1) | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.38 | | | | 0.41 | | | | 0.53 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.06 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 5.24 | | | | 1.06 | | | | 2.20 | | | | 2.75 | | | | 2.21 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.61 | ) | | | 5.62 | | | | 1.47 | | | | 2.73 | | | | 3.10 | | | | 2.27 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.58 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.85 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (1.27 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.31 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.85 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Redemption fees added to paid-in capital(1) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | (2) | | | — | (2) |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 35.87 | | | $ | 38.33 | | | $ | 32.93 | | | $ | 32.62 | | | $ | 30.30 | | | $ | 27.20 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(3) | | | (1.78 | )%(4) | | | 17.15 | % | | | 4.53 | % | | | 9.18 | % | | | 11.36 | % | | | 9.15 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 121,135 | | | $ | 112,035 | | | $ | 58,262 | | | $ | 21,520 | | | $ | 19,530 | | | $ | 22,765 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 0.84 | %(5) | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.84 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.00 | %(5) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.32 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.89 | %(5) | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.32 | % | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.19 | % | | | 0.26 | % |
Portfolio turnover rate(6) | | | 35 | %(4) | | | 88 | % | | | 122 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 44 | % | | | 247 | % |
(1) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(2) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(6) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PRUDENT GROWTH FUND
Financial Highlights (CONTINUED)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020(1) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 11.69 | | | $ | 10.60 | | | $ | 10.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.42 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(3) | | | (0.94 | ) | | | 1.16 | | | | 0.63 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.52 | ) | | | 1.09 | | | | 0.60 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.40 | ) | | | — | (4) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.25 | ) | | | — | (4) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.65 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.52 | | | $ | 11.69 | | | $ | 10.60 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(5) | | | (4.74 | )%(6) | | | 10.34 | % | | | 6.00 | %(6) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 11,767 | | | $ | 10,807 | | | $ | 6,408 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.70 | %(7) | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.70 | %(7) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.70 | %(7) | | | 1.75 | % | | | 3.97 | %(7) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 7.50 | %(7) | | | (0.67 | )% | | | (1.08 | )%(7) |
Portfolio turnover rate(8) | | | 34 | %(6) | | | 170 | % | | | 6 | %(6) |
(1) | The Fund commenced investment operations on June 8, 2020. |
(2) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(3) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(4) | Amount represents less than $0.005 per share. |
(5) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(8) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND
Financial Highlights (Continued)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for Class I shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | Class I Shares | |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | For the Year Ended August 31, 2021 | | | FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020(1) | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 12.63 | | | $ | 10.94 | | | $ | 10.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.77 | | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments(3) | | | (1.35 | ) | | | 1.83 | | | | 0.98 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 1.69 | | | | 0.94 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.75 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.59 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (1.34 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 12.63 | | | $ | 10.94 | |
Total investment return/(loss)(4) | | | (5.27 | )%(5) | | | 15.45 | % | | | 9.40 | %(5) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 13,478 | | | $ | 10,940 | | | $ | 7,327 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.70 | %(6) | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.70 | %(6) |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.66 | %(6) | | | 1.74 | % | | | 3.52 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 12.98 | %(6) | | | (1.17 | )% | | | (1.58 | )%(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 37 | %(5) | | | 178 | % | | | 5 | %(5) |
(1) | The Fund commenced investment operations on June 8, 2020. |
(2) | The selected per share data is calculated based on the average shares outstanding method for the period. |
(3) | The amount shown may not correlate with the change in the aggregate gains and losses due to the timing of sales and purchases of the Fund’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the Fund’s portfolio. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Financial Highlights (concluded)
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements. |
| | FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021(1) | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2020 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2019 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2018 | | | FOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2017 | |
Per Share Operating Performance | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 38.64 | | | $ | 28.16 | | | $ | 25.67 | | | $ | 35.14 | | | $ | 32.04 | | | $ | 27.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (1.78 | ) | | | 12.33 | | | | 2.68 | | | | (5.55 | ) | | | 6.63 | | | | 5.22 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.82 | ) | | | 12.18 | | | | 2.58 | | | | (5.70 | ) | | | 6.44 | | | | 5.04 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (10.04 | ) | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (3.77 | ) | | | (3.34 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (10.04 | ) | | | (1.70 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (3.77 | ) | | | (3.34 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 26.78 | | | $ | 38.64 | | | $ | 28.16 | | | $ | 25.67 | | | $ | 35.14 | | | $ | 32.04 | |
Total investment return(3) | | | (5.52 | )%(5) | | | 44.61 | % | | | 10.04 | % | | | (16.02 | )% | | | 21.77 | % | | | 18.69 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 92,365 | | | $ | 97,409 | | | $ | 57,109 | | | $ | 69,302 | | | $ | 96,579 | | | $ | 106,278 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets with waivers and reimbursements | | | 1.23 | %(6) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.27 | % |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets without waiver and reimbursements(4) | | | 1.28 | %(6) | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.37 | % |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | (0.25 | )%(6) | | | (0.43 | )% | | | (0.38 | )% | | | (0.53 | )% | | | (0.57 | )% | | | (0.61 | )% |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 142 | %(5) | | | 314 | % | | | 302 | % | | | 344 | % | | | 349 | % | | | 366 | % |
(1) | The Bogle Investment Management Small Cap Growth Fund (the “Predecessor Fund”) changed it’s name to the SGI Small Cap Growth Fund (currently known as the SGI Small Cap Core Fund) at the close of business on March 15, 2021. All prior performance and accounting information was assumed by the Fund. |
(2) | Calculated based on average shares outstanding for the period. |
(3) | Total investment return is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | During the current fiscal period, certain fees were waived and/or reimbursed. If such fee waivers and/or reimbursements had not occurred, the ratios would have been as indicated (See Note 2). |
(7) | Portfolio turnover rate is calculated for the Fund, as a whole, for the entire period. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, (the “1940 Act”) as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund, the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund, the SGI Global Equity Fund, the SGI Prudent Growth Fund, the SGI Peak Growth Fund and the SGI Small Cap Core Fund (formerly, the SGI Small Cap Growth Fund) (each a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”). The SGI Small Cap Core Fund, the SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund and the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund commenced investment operations on October 1, 1999, February 29, 2012 and March 31, 2016, respectively. The SGI Prudent Growth Fund and the SGI Peak Growth Fund commenced investment operations on June 8, 2020.
The Dynamic U.S. Growth Fund (the “Predecessor Fund”), a series of Scotia Institutional Funds, transferred all of its assets and liabilities to the SGI Global Equity Fund in a tax-free reorganization (the “Reorganization”). The Reorganization occurred at the close of business on March 21, 2014. The Predecessor Fund commenced operations on March 31, 2009. As a result of the Reorganization, the performance and accounting history of the Predecessor Fund was assumed by the Fund. Effective January 3, 2017, Summit Global Investments, LLC (“Summit” or the “Adviser”) took over management of the Fund from its predecessor investment manager.
Effective as of the close of business on March 15, 2021, Summit took over management of the SGI Small Cap Core Fund from its predecessor investment manager.
As of the end of the reporting period, the SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund, the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund and the SGI Global Equity Fund all offer three classes of shares: Class I Shares, Class A Shares and Class C Shares; the SGI Prudent Growth Fund, the SGI Peak Growth Fund and the SGI Small Cap Core Fund, all offer one class of shares; Class I Shares. As of the end of the reporting period, Class A Shares and Class C Shares of the SGI Global Equity Fund were not yet operational.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of the SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund is to outperform the S&P 500® Index over a market cycle while reducing overall volatility. The investment objective of the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund is to outperform the Russell 2000® Index over a market cycle while reducing overall volatility. The investment objective of each of the SGI Global Equity Fund, the SGI Prudent Growth Fund, the SGI Peak Growth Fund and the SGI Small Cap Core Fund is to seek long-term capital appreciation.
The Funds are investment companies and follow accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies.”
The end of the reporting period for the Funds is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the fiscal period ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
Portfolio Valuation — Each Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Funds are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using
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an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Investments in Exchange-Traded Funds (“ETFs”) are valued at their last reported sale price. Investments in other open-end investment companies, if any, are valued based on the NAV of those investment companies (which may use fair value pricing as disclosed in their prospectuses). If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by The RBB Fund, Inc.’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments.
Fair Value Measurements — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Funds’ investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● Level 1 — | Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● Level 2 — | Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
| ● Level 3 — | Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Funds’ own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing each Funds’ investments carried at fair value:
| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 471,234,692 | | | $ | 471,234,692 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 8,210,918 | | | | 8,210,918 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 479,445,610 | | | $ | 479,445,610 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
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SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 35,125,053 | | | $ | 35,125,053 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | | 258,504 | | | | 258,504 | | | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 599,122 | | | | 599,122 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 35,982,679 | | | $ | 35,982,679 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
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SGI Global Equity Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 119,273,449 | | | $ | 119,273,449 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1,503,267 | | | | 1,503,267 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 120,776,716 | | | $ | 120,776,716 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
SGI PRUDENT GROWTH Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | $ | 5,713,415 | | | $ | 5,713,415 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Mutual Funds | | | 5,552,617 | | | | 5,552,617 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 510,652 | | | | 510,652 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 11,776,684 | | | $ | 11,776,684 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
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| | Total | | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | |
SGI PEAK GROWTH FUND | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | $ | 2,876,053 | | | $ | 2,876,053 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Mutual Funds | | | 9,875,621 | | | | 9,875,621 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 667,181 | | | | 667,181 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 13,418,855 | | | $ | 13,418,855 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
SGI SMALL CAP core Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 90,138,635 | | | $ | 90,138,635 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | | 930,615 | | | | 930,615 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1,270,992 | | | | 1,270,992 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 92,340,242 | | | $ | 92,340,242 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Please refer to Portfolio of Investments for further details. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only if a Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 purchases, sales, or transfers.
Use of Estimates — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
Investment Transactions, Investment Income and Expenses — The Funds record security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The Funds’ investment income, expenses (other than class specific expenses) and unrealized and realized gains and losses are allocated daily to each class of shares based upon the relative proportion of net assets of each class at the beginning
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of the day. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory and administration fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Funds.
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders — Dividends from net investment income and distributions from net realized capital gains, if any, are declared and paid at least annually to shareholders and recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with U.S. federal income tax regulations, which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
U.S. tax status — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is each Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Funds invest depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary from market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Funds’ investments, impair the Funds’ ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Funds’ performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Funds may have to issuers located in these countries.
Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
Other — In the normal course of business, the Funds may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. Each Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Funds in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Funds expect the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
2. Investment Adviser and Other Services
Summit serves as the investment adviser to each Fund. Each Fund compensates the Adviser for its services at an annual rate based on each Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears, as shown in the following table.
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent that total annual Fund operating expenses (excluding certain items discussed below) exceed the rates (“Expense Caps”) shown in the following table of each Fund’s average daily net assets. In determining the Adviser’s obligation to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses, the following expenses are not taken into account and could cause total annual Fund operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps as applicable: acquired fund fees and expenses, brokerage commissions, extraordinary expenses, interest and taxes. This contractual limitation is in effect until December 31, 2022 for the SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund, the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund, the SGI Global Equity Fund, the SGI Prudent Growth Fund, the SGI Peak Growth Fund, and the SGI Small Cap Core Fund and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after the Funds’ respective contractual limitation expiration dates.
FUND | | ADVISORY FEE | | | EXPENSE CAPS | |
| | | | | | CLASS I | | | CLASS A | | | CLASS C | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.98 | % |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | 0.95 | | | | 1.23 | | | | 1.48 | | | | 2.23 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 0.70 | | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.09 | | | | 1.84 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 0.75 | | | | 1.70 | | | | — | | | | — | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 0.75 | | | | 1.70 | | | | — | | | | — | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund(1) | | | 0.95 | | | | 1.23 | | | | — | | | | — | |
(1) | Prior to May 6, 2021, the advisory fee paid to the Adviser and the previous investment adviser was 1.00% and the Expense Cap was 1.25%. |
If at any time a Fund’s total annual Fund operating expenses for a year are less than the relevant share class’ Expense Cap, the Adviser is entitled to recoup from the Fund the advisory fees forgone and other payments remitted by the Adviser to the Fund within three years from the date on which such waiver or reimbursement was made, provided such recoupment does not cause the Fund to exceed the relevant share class’ Expense Cap that was in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement.
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued, waived and/or reimbursed and recoupments were as follows:
FUND | | Gross Advisory Fees | | | Waivers AND/OR Reimbursements | | | RECOUPMENTS | | | Net Advisory Fees | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 1,830,111 | | | $ | — | | | | — | | | $ | 1,830,111 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | 165,726 | | | | (36,634 | ) | | | — | | | | 129,092 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 410,681 | | | | (93,378 | ) | | | — | | | | 317,303 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 43,104 | | | | (4,617 | ) | | | 4,515 | | | | 43,002 | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 45,895 | | | | (4,012 | ) | | | 6,467 | | | | 48,350 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | | | 447,508 | | | | (24,064 | ) | | | — | | | | 423,444 | |
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As of the end of the reporting period, the Funds had amounts available for recoupment by the Adviser as follows:
| | EXPIRATION | |
FUND | | August 31, 2023 | | | August 31, 2024 | | | August 31, 2025 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 58,188 | | | $ | 75,377 | | | $ | 36,634 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 50,894 | | | | 97,962 | | | | 93,378 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 11,755 | | | | 13,235 | | | | 4,617 | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 4,612 | | | | 12,786 | | | | 4,012 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | | | 75,685 | | | | 38,737 | | | | 24,064 | |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Funds. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Funds’ transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Funds. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Quasar Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned broker-dealer subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group, LLC, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Funds’ shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
For compensation amounts paid to Fund Services and the Custodian, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
The Board has adopted a Plan of Distribution (the “Plan”) for the Class A Shares and Class C Shares of the Funds pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. Under the Plan, the Distributor is entitled to receive from each Fund a distribution fee with respect to the Shares, which is accrued daily and paid monthly, of up to 0.25% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class A Shares and up to 1.00% on an annualized basis of the average daily net assets of the Class C Shares. The actual amount of such compensation under the Plan is agreed upon by the Board and by the Distributor. Because these fees are paid out of each Fund’s assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges. Amounts paid to the Distributor under the Plan may be used by the Distributor to cover expenses that are related to (i) the sale of the Shares, (ii) ongoing servicing and/or maintenance of the accounts of shareholders, and (iii) sub-transfer agency services, subaccounting services or administrative services related to the sale of the Shares, all as set forth in each Fund’s 12b-1 Plan.
3. DIRECTOR AND OFFICER Compensation
The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. For Director and Officer compensation amounts, please refer to the Statements of Operations.
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4. Purchases and Sales of Investment Securities
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) of the Funds were as follows:
FUND | | Purchases | | | Sales | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 437,459,921 | | | $ | 456,904,128 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | 31,294,932 | | | | 28,156,032 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 51,685,508 | | | | 39,879,607 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 5,714,741 | | | | 3,845,107 | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 8,208,723 | | | | 4,418,021 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | | | 132,710,692 | | | | 132,422,644 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government securities during the current fiscal period.
5. Federal Income Tax Information
The Funds have followed the authoritative guidance on accounting for and disclosure of uncertainty in tax positions, which requires the Funds to determine whether a tax position is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The Funds have determined that there was no effect on the financial statements from following this authoritative guidance. In the normal course of business, the Funds are subject to examination by federal, state and local jurisdictions, where applicable, for tax years for which applicable statutes of limitations have not expired.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments held by each Fund were as follows:
FUND | | Federal Tax Cost | | | Unrealized Appreciation | | | Unrealized (Depreciation) | | | Net Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 404,044,771 | | | $ | 143,994,407 | | | $ | (9,805,878 | ) | | $ | 134,188,529 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | 28,437,243 | | | | 6,203,471 | | | | (1,075,755 | ) | | | 5,127,716 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 96,215,066 | | | | 17,716,628 | | | | (1,793,598 | ) | | | 15,923,030 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 9,952,523 | | | | 1,019,699 | | | | (82,185 | ) | | | 937,514 | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 9,480,717 | | | | 1,415,886 | | | | (76,928 | ) | | | 1,338,958 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | | | 97,428,931 | | | | 6,563,373 | | | | (6,477,976 | ) | | | 85,397 | |
The difference between the book basis and tax basis cost and aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments is attributable primarily to timing differences related to wash sales and investments in passive foreign investment companies.
Distributions to shareholders, if any, from net investment income and realized gains are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes may differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. Any permanent differences resulting from different book and tax treatment are reclassified at year-end and have no impact on net income, NAV or NAV per share of the Funds.
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Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Permanent differences as of August 31, 2021, primarily attributable to Net Operating Losses and Distribution in Excess were reclassified among the following accounts:
| | Distributable Earnings/(loss) | | | Paid-in Capital | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 168,469 | | | $ | (168,469 | ) |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 265 | | | | (265 | ) |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 508 | | | | (508 | ) |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 552 | | | | (552 | ) |
As of August 31, 2021, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis were as follows:
FUND | | Undistributed Ordinary Income | | | UNDISTRIBUTED LONG TERM GAINS | | | Capital Loss Carry Forward | | | Qualified late- year loss deferral | | | OTHER TEMPORARY DIFFERENCES | | | NET Unrealized Appreciation/ (Depreciation) | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | | $ | 20,410,249 | | | $ | 49,934,251 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | 134,188,529 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | | | — | | | | — | | | | (2,346,901 | ) | | | (66,441 | ) | | | — | | | | 5,127,716 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | | | 2,069,409 | | | | 2,432,514 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 15,923,030 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | | | 219,145 | | | | 49,828 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (11,533 | ) | | | 937,514 | |
SGI Peak Growth Fund | | | 497,166 | | | | 93,998 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (14,340 | ) | | | 1,338,958 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | | | 22,307,089 | | | | 3,503,454 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 85,397 | |
The differences between the book and tax basis components of distributable earnings relate primarily to wash sales and investments in publicly traded partnerships.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 were as follows:
FUND | | Ordinary Income | | | Long-Term Gains | | | Total | |
SGI U.S. Large Cap Equity Fund | 2021 | | | 1,974,531 | | | | 1,299,116 | | | | 3,273,647 | |
SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund | 2021 | | | 119,130 | | | | — | | | | 119,130 | |
SGI Global Equity Fund | 2021 | | | 551,275 | | | | — | | | | 551,275 | |
SGI Prudent Growth Fund | 2021 | | | 4,271 | | | | — | | | | 4,271 | |
SGI Small Cap Core Fund | 2021 | | | 3,152,424 | | | | 182,030 | | | | 3,334,454 | |
Dividends from net investment income and short-term capital gains are treated as ordinary income dividends for federal income tax purposes.
Under the Regulated Investment Company Modernization Act of 2010, the Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses incurred in taxable years beginning after December 22, 2010 for an unlimited period. Additionally, capital losses that are carried forward will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses rather than being considered all short-term as under the previous law. As of August 31, 2021, the SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund had $1,114,136 of short-term and $1,232,765 of long-term capital loss carryovers, respectively.
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Notes to Financial Statements (continued)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
Pursuant to federal income tax rules applicable to regulated investment companies, the Fund may elect to treat certain capital losses between November 1 and August 31 and late year ordinary losses ((i) ordinary losses between January 1 and August 31, and (ii) specified ordinary and currency losses between November 1 and August 31) as occurring on the first day of the following tax year. For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021, any amount of losses elected within the tax return will not be recognized for federal income tax purposes until September 1, 2021. SGI U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund deferred qualified late-year losses of $66,441, which will be treated as arising on the first business day of the following fiscal year.
6. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Funds. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how a Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect a Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Funds will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Funds’ financial statements.
7. CHANGE IN INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
On May 13, 2021, the Board, upon the recommendation of the Fund’s audit committee, terminated PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the SGI Small Cap Core Fund and selected Ernst & Young LLP as the new independent registered public accounting firm for the Fund.
The reports by PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP on the financial statements of the Fund as of and for the fiscal years ended August 31, 2020 and August 31, 2019, did not contain an adverse opinion or disclaimer of opinion, nor were they qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting principles.
During the fiscal years ended August 31, 2020 and August 31, 2019, there were no (1) disagreements with PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP on any matters of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure, or auditing scope or procedures, which disagreements if not resolved to their satisfaction would have caused them to make reference in connection with their opinion to the subject matter of the disagreements, or (2) reportable events of the kind described in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K.
During the Fund’s fiscal years ended August 31, 2020 and August 31, 2019 , the Fund, nor anyone on its behalf has consulted with Ernst & Young LLP on items which (i) concerned the application of accounting principles to a specified transaction, either completed or proposed, or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on the Fund’s financial statements or (ii) concerned the subject of a disagreement (as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(iv) of Item 304 of Regulation S-K under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) or reportable events (as described in paragraph (a)(1)(v) of said Item 304).
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Notes to Financial Statements (concluded)
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 (UNAUDITED)
8. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Other Information (Unaudited)
Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities for the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30 are available without charge, upon request, by calling (855) 744-8500 and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Portfolio Schedules
The Company files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Form N-PORT is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
LIQUIDITY RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (UNAUDITED)
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Funds. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review each Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that a Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and Liquidity Risk Management Committee of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of each Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to each Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of each Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that each Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of each Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that each Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Funds did not require the establishment of a highly liquid investment minimum and the methodology for that determination; (v) confirmation that the Funds did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review each Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in each Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Funds’ prospectus for more information regarding a Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
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Investment Adviser
Summit Global Investments, LLC
620 South Main Street
Bountiful, UT 84010
Administrator and Transfer Agent
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
P.O. Box 701
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Principal Underwriter
Quasar Distributors, LLC
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Suite 2200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Custodian
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Ernst & Young LLP
One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Legal Counsel
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6996
SGI-SAR22
semi-ANNUAL
report 2022
A series of The RBB Fund, Inc.
2/28/22
(UNAUDITED)
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF |
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Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF (STNC) | |
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Portfolio Characteristics | 1 |
Fund Expense Example | 3 |
Schedule of Investments | 4 |
Financial Statements | 7 |
Notes to Financial Statements | 11 |
Notice to Shareholders | 20 |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Portfolio Characteristics
(Unaudited)
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS FOR THE PERIODs ENDED February 28, 2022 |
| six months† | Since Inception† | Inception Date |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF | -6.48% | 4.02% | 3/15/2021 |
S&P 500® Total Return Index** | -2.62% | 11.67%(1) | — |
Fund Expense Ratios (2): Gross 0.95% and Net 0.85% | | | |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
(1) | Benchmark performance is from inception date of the Fund only and is not the inception date of the benchmark itself. |
(2) | The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the Prospectus for the Fund and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights table in this report. See the Financial Highlights for most current expense ratios. |
** | The S&P 500® Total Return Index is the total return version of the S&P 500® Index. Dividends are reinvested on a daily basis and all regular cash dividends are assumed reinvested in the index on the ex-dividend date. The S&P 500® Index is a market-capitalization-weighted index of 500 US stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry grouping, among other factors. The S&P 500® Index is designed to be a leading indicator of U.S. equities and is meant to reflect the risk/return characteristics of the large cap universe. The S&P 500® Index was first introduced on the 1st of January, 1923, though expanded to 500 stocks on March 4, 1957. |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Portfolio Characteristics (Concluded)
(Unaudited)
The following tables show the top ten holdings and sector allocations, in which the Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF was invested in as of February 28, 2022. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.
Top TEN Holdings | % OF Net Assets |
Citrix Systems, Inc. | 4.1% |
CME Group, Inc. | 4.1 |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | 4.0 |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4.0 |
Kroger Co., (The) | 3.7 |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. | 3.7 |
Apple, Inc. | 3.7 |
DENTSPLY SIRONA, Inc. | 3.7 |
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. | 3.7 |
Microsoft Corp. | 3.6 |
| 38.3% |
The Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF uses the Global Industry Classification StandardSM (“GICSSM”) as the basis for the classification of securities on the Schedule of Investments (“SOI”).
Sector Allocation | % OF Net Assets |
Health Care | 23.8% |
Information Technology | 15.9 |
Financials | 14.8 |
Consumer Discretionary | 12.7 |
Consumer Staples | 11.0 |
Industrials | 8.3 |
Materials | 7.2 |
Real Estate | 5.2 |
Communication Services | 0.4 |
| 99.3% |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Fund Expense Example
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including brokerage commissions on purchases and sales of Fund shares, and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other ETFs.
This example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the six-month period from September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, and held for the entire period.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the accompanying table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the accompanying table provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in a Fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs. Therefore, the second line of the accompanying table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
| Beginning Account Value September 1, 2021 | Ending Account Value February 28, 2022 | Expenses Paid During Period* | Annualized Expense Ratio | Actual SIX-MONTH Total Investment Return for the Funds |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF | | | | |
Actual | $ 1,000.00 | $ 935.20 | $ 4.08 | 0.85% | -6.48% |
Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | 1,000.00 | 1,020.58 | 4.26 | 0.85 | N/A |
.* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio for the period September 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (181) in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period. The Fund’s ending account value in the first section in the table is based on the actual six-month total investment return for the Fund. |
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Schedule of Investments
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Common Stocks — 99.3% | | | | | | | | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 3.6% | | | | | | | | |
Walmart, Inc. (United States) | | | 9,872 | | | $ | 1,334,299 | |
Automobiles — 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Ford Motor Co. (United States) | | | 31,085 | | | | 545,853 | |
Banks — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
M&T Bank Corp. (United States) | | | 1,358 | | | | 247,468 | |
Beverages — 3.6% | | | | | | | | |
PepsiCo, Inc. (United States) | | | 8,128 | | | | 1,330,879 | |
Biotechnology — 4.0% | | | | | | | | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (United States)* | | | 6,356 | | | | 1,462,007 | |
Capital Markets — 14.2% | | | | | | | | |
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (United States) | | | 11,541 | | | | 1,353,644 | |
CME Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 6,367 | | | | 1,505,987 | |
Nasdaq, Inc. (United States) | | | 7,389 | | | | 1,264,627 | |
S&P Global, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,959 | | | | 1,111,696 | |
| | | | | | | 5,235,954 | |
Chemicals — 3.8% | | | | | | | | |
Ecolab, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,392 | | | | 245,354 | |
Sherwin-Williams Co., (The) (United States) | | | 4,396 | | | | 1,156,719 | |
| | | | | | | 1,402,073 | |
Containers & Packaging — 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
International Paper Co. (United States) | | | 29,001 | | | | 1,262,414 | |
Distributors — 6.1% | | | | | | | | |
LKQ Corp. (United States) | | | 23,987 | | | | 1,126,190 | |
Pool Corp. (United States) | | | 2,454 | | | | 1,125,355 | |
| | | | | | | 2,251,545 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Schedule of Investments (continued)
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components — 3.1% | | | | | | | | |
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (United States)* | | | 7,275 | | | $ | 1,144,867 | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 5.2% | | | | | | | | |
Extra Space Storage, Inc. (United States) | | | 6,785 | | | | 1,276,598 | |
Prologis, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,394 | | | | 640,865 | |
| | | | | | | 1,917,463 | |
Food & Staples Retailing — 3.7% | | | | | | | | |
Kroger Co., (The) (United States) | | | 29,586 | | | | 1,384,625 | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies — 6.1% | | | | | | | | |
DENTSPLY SIRONA, Inc. (United States) | | | 25,352 | | | | 1,372,557 | |
Medtronic PLC (Ireland) | | | 8,486 | | | | 890,945 | |
| | | | | | | 2,263,502 | |
Health Care Providers & Services — 4.0% | | | | | | | | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. (United States) | | | 3,079 | | | | 1,465,204 | |
Industrial Conglomerates — 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Roper Technologies, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,033 | | | | 463,011 | |
IT Services — 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (United States)* | | | 2,378 | | | | 266,170 | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services — 6.6% | | | | | | | | |
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (United States)* | | | 4,034 | | | | 1,174,540 | |
Illumina, Inc. (United States)* | | | 3,859 | | | | 1,260,349 | |
| | | | | | | 2,434,889 | |
Machinery — 3.7% | | | | | | | | |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. (United States) | | | 14,907 | | | | 1,383,668 | |
Media — 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Comcast Corp., Class A (United States) | | | 3,461 | | | | 161,836 | |
Multiline Retail — 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Dollar Tree, Inc. (United States)* | | | 1,230 | | | | 174,758 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Schedule of Investments (CONCLUDED)
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
| | Number of Shares | | | Value | |
Common Stocks (continued) | | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals — 3.1% | | | | | | | | |
Zoetis, Inc. (United States) | | | 6,005 | | | $ | 1,162,868 | |
Software — 8.4% | | | | | | | | |
Autodesk, Inc. (United States)* | | | 988 | | | | 217,587 | |
Citrix Systems, Inc. (United States) | | | 14,889 | | | | 1,526,123 | |
Microsoft Corp. (United States) | | | 4,509 | | | | 1,347,244 | |
| | | | | | | 3,090,954 | |
Specialty Retail — 4.7% | | | | | | | | |
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (United States) | | | 4,722 | | | | 965,555 | |
Best Buy Co, Inc. (United States) | | | 1,083 | | | | 104,661 | |
Lowe’s Cos, Inc. (United States) | | | 2,937 | | | | 649,253 | |
| | | | | | | 1,719,469 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals — 3.7% | | | | | | | | |
Apple, Inc. (United States) | | | 8,318 | | | | 1,373,468 | |
Trading Companies & Distributors — 3.3% | | | | | | | | |
Fastenal Co. (United States) | | | 23,381 | | | | 1,203,186 | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost $39,263,251) | | | | | | | 36,682,430 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Short-Term Investments — 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Bank Money Market Deposit Account, 0.01% (United States)(a) | | | 215,109 | | | | 215,109 | |
Total Short-Term Investments (Cost $215,109) | | | | | | | 215,109 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments (Cost $39,478,360) — 99.9% | | | | | | | 36,897,539 | |
Other Assets in Excess of Liabilities — 0.1% | | | | | | | 27,527 | |
NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | | | | | | | |
(Applicable to 1,425,000 shares outstanding) | | | | | | $ | 36,925,066 | |
* | Non-income producing security. |
PLC | Public Limited Company |
(a) | The rate shown is as of February 28, 2022. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
ASSETS | | | | |
Investments in securities of unaffiliated issurers, at value (cost $39,263,251) | | $ | 36,682,430 | |
Short-term investments, at value (cost $215,109) | | | 215,109 | |
Receivables for: | | | | |
Dividends | | | 52,021 | |
Total assets | | | 36,949,560 | |
| | | | |
LIABILITIES | | | | |
Payables for: | | | | |
Advisory fees | | | 24,494 | |
Total liabilities | | | 24,494 | |
Net assets | | $ | 36,925,066 | |
| | | | |
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF: | | | | |
Par value | | $ | 1,425 | |
Paid-in capital | | | 40,158,229 | |
Total distributable earnings/(losses) | | | (3,234,588 | ) |
Net assets | | $ | 36,925,066 | |
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Shares outstanding ($0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized) | | | 1,425,000 | |
Net asset value, price per share | | | 25.91 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
INVESTMENT INCOME | | | | |
Dividends | | $ | 300,811 | |
Less foreign taxes withheld | | | (28 | ) |
Total investment income | | | 300,783 | |
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EXPENSES | | | | |
Advisory fees (Note 3) | | | 177,654 | |
Total expenses | | | 177,654 | |
Expense fees (waived)/reimbursed | | | (18,700 | ) |
Net expenses after waivers/reimbursements | | | 158,954 | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | | 141,829 | |
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NET REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN/(LOSS) FROM INVESTMENTS | | | | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (894,013 | ) |
Net realized gain/(loss) from redemption in-kind | | | (1,166,214 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (4,922,804 | ) |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (6,983,031 | ) |
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS | | $ | (6,841,202 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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StatementS of Changes in Net Assets
| | For the six-months ended February 28, 2022 (unaudited) | | | FOR THE period ENDED AUGUST 31, 2021* | |
INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS FROM OPERATIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income/(loss) | | $ | 141,829 | | | $ | 29,240 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (2,060,227 | ) | | | 1,400,128 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on investments | | | (4,922,804 | ) | | | 2,341,983 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (6,841,202 | ) | | | 3,771,351 | |
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DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS FROM: | | | | | | | | |
Total distributable earnings | | | (164,737 | ) | | | — | |
Net decrease in net assets from dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (164,737 | ) | | | — | |
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CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | | | 30,566,567 | | | | 62,522,221 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (23,920,119 | ) | | | (29,009,015 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | | | 6,646,448 | | | | 33,513,206 | |
Total increase/(decrease) in net assets | | | (359,491 | ) | | | 37,284,557 | |
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NET ASSETS: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 37,284,557 | | | | — | |
End of period | | $ | 36,925,066 | | | $ | 37,284,557 | |
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SHARES TRANSACTIONS: | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 945,000 | | | | 2,470,000 | |
Shares redeemed | | | (860,000 | ) | | | (1,130,000 | ) |
Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding | | | 85,000 | | | | 1,340,000 | |
* | Inception date of the Fund was March 15, 2021. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Contained below is per share operating performance data for shares outstanding, total investment return/(loss), ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data for the respective periods. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
| | Six-months ended February 28, 2022 (Unaudited) | | | For the Period Ended august 31, 2021(1) | |
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 27.82 | | | $ | 25.00 | |
Net investment income/(loss)(2) | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.02 | |
Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) from investments | | | (1.89 | ) | | | 2.80 | |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1.79 | ) | | | 2.82 | |
Dividends and distributions to shareholders from: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | |
Net realized capital gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | |
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders | | | (0.12 | ) | | | — | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 25.91 | | | $ | 27.82 | |
Market value, end of period | | $ | 25.97 | | | $ | 27.91 | |
Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value(3) | | | -6.48 | %(5) | | | 11.23 | %(5) |
Total investment return/(loss) on market price(4) | | | -6.54 | %(5) | | | 11.56 | %(5) |
RATIO/SUPPLEMENTAL DATA | | | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 36,925 | | | $ | 37,285 | |
Ratio of expenses to average net assets | | | 0.85 | %(6) | | | 0.85 | %(6) |
Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets | | | 0.76 | %(6) | | | 0.19 | %(6) |
Portfolio turnover rate(7) | | | 162 | %(5) | | | 180 | %(5) |
(1) | Inception date of the Fund was March 15, 2021. |
(2) | Per share data calculated using average shares outstanding method. |
(3) | Total investment return/(loss) on net asset value is calculated assuming a purchase of shares on the first day and a sale of shares on the last day of each period reported and includes reinvestments of dividends and distributions, if any. |
(4) | Total investment return/(loss) on market price is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the market price on the first day of the period, reinvestment of dividends and distributions at market price during the period and redemption at market price on the last day of the period. |
(7) | Excludes effect of in-kind transfers. |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
fEBRUARY 28, 2022 (Unaudited)
1. ORGANIZATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The RBB Fund, Inc. (“RBB” or the “Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Maryland on February 29, 1988 and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company. RBB is a “series fund,” which is a mutual fund divided into separate portfolios. Each portfolio is treated as a separate entity for certain matters under the 1940 Act, and for other purposes, and a shareholder of one portfolio is not deemed to be a shareholder of any other portfolio. Currently, RBB has forty-one separate investment portfolios, including the Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF (the “Fund”). The Fund commenced investment operations on March 15, 2021.
RBB has authorized capital of one hundred billion shares of common stock of which 89.023 billion shares are currently classified into two hundred and one classes of common stock. Each class represents an interest in an active or inactive RBB investment portfolio.
The investment objective of the Fund is to achieve long-term capital appreciation.
The Fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 “Financial Services - Investment Companies”.
The end of the reporting period for the Fund is February 28, 2022, and the period covered by these Notes to Financial Statements is the six-months ended February 28, 2022 (the “current fiscal period”).
PORTFOLIO VALUATION — The Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) is calculated once daily at the close of regular trading hours on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each day the NYSE is open. Securities held by the Fund are valued using the closing price or the last sale price on a national securities exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (“NASDAQ”) market system where they are primarily traded. Equity securities traded in the over-the-counter (“OTC”) market are valued at their closing prices. If there were no transactions on that day, securities traded principally on an exchange or on NASDAQ will be valued at the mean of the last bid and ask prices prior to the market close. Fixed income securities are valued using an independent pricing service, which considers such factors as security prices, yields, maturities and ratings, and are deemed representative of market values at the close of the market. Foreign securities are valued based on prices from the primary market in which they are traded, and are translated from the local currency into U.S. dollars using current exchange rates. If market quotations are unavailable or deemed unreliable, securities will be valued in accordance with procedures adopted by the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Relying on prices supplied by pricing services or dealers or using fair valuation may result in values that are higher or lower than the values used by other investment companies and investors to price the same investments. Such procedures use fundamental valuation methods, which may include, but are not limited to, an analysis of the effect of any restrictions on the resale of the security, industry analysis and trends, significant changes in the issuer’s financial position, and any other event which could have a significant impact on the value of the security. Determination of fair value involves subjective judgment as the actual market value of a particular security can be established only by negotiations between the parties in a sales transaction, and the difference between the recorded fair value and the value that would be received in a sale could be significant.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS — The inputs and valuation techniques used to measure the fair value of the Fund’s investments are summarized into three levels as described in the hierarchy below:
| ● | Level 1 – Prices are determined using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities. |
| ● | Level 2 – Prices are determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). |
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| ● | Level 3 – Prices are determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments). |
The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
The following is a summary of the inputs used, as of the end of the reporting period, in valuing the Fund’s investments carried at fair value:
| | TOTAL | | | LEVEL 1 | | | LEVEL 2 | | | LEVEL 3 | |
Common Stocks | | $ | 36,682,430 | | | $ | 36,682,430 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 215,109 | | | | 215,109 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Total Investments* | | $ | 36,897,539 | | | $ | 36,897,539 | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
* | Please refer to the Schedule of Investments for further details. |
At the end of each quarter, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities. Various factors are considered, such as changes in liquidity from the prior reporting period; whether or not a broker is willing to execute at the quoted price; the depth and consistency of prices from third party pricing services; and the existence of contemporaneous, observable trades in the market. Additionally, management evaluates the classification of Levels 1, 2 and 3 assets and liabilities on a quarterly basis for changes in listings or delistings on national exchanges.
Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Fund’s investments may fluctuate from period to period. Additionally, the fair value of investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market existed for such investments and may differ materially from the values the Fund may ultimately realize. Further, such investments may be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or otherwise less liquid than publicly traded securities.
For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires the Fund to present a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchase and sales, and transfers in and out of Level 3 during the period. Transfers in and out between levels are based on values at the end of the period. A reconciliation of Level 3 investments is presented only when the Fund had an amount of Level 3 investments at the end of the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets. The amounts and reasons for all Level 3 transfers are disclosed if the Fund had an amount of total Level 3 transfers during the reporting period that was meaningful in relation to its net assets as of the end of the reporting period.
During the current fiscal period, the Fund had no Level 3 transfers.
USE OF ESTIMATES — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS, INVESTMENT INCOME AND EXPENSES — The Fund records security transactions based on trade date for financial reporting purposes. The cost of investments sold is determined by use of the specific identification method for both financial reporting and income tax purposes in determining realized gains and losses on investments. Interest income (including
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amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts) is accrued when earned. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or capital gains are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. Certain expenses are shared with PENN Capital Funds Trust (the “Trust”), a series trust of affiliated funds. Expenses incurred on behalf of a specific class, fund or fund family of the Company or Trust are charged directly to the class, fund or fund family (in proportion to net assets). Expenses incurred for all funds (such as director or professional fees) are charged to all funds in proportion to their average net assets of RBB and the Trust, or in such other manner as the Board deems fair or equitable. Expenses and fees, including investment advisory fees, are accrued daily and taken into account for the purpose of determining the NAV of the Fund.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS — The Fund pays dividends from its net investment income and distributes any net capital gains that it realizes. Dividends and capital gains distributions are generally paid once a year and as required to comply with federal excise tax requirements. Distributions to shareholders are determined in accordance with tax regulations and recorded on ex dividend date. Quarterly, the Fund will report details of distributions including gain and loss distributions and related taxes.
U.S. TAX STATUS — No provision is made for U.S. income taxes as it is the Fund’s intention to continue to qualify for and elect the tax treatment applicable to regulated investment companies under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and make the requisite distributions to its shareholders which will be sufficient to relieve it from U.S. income and excise taxes.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC — The global outbreak of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”) has disrupted economic markets and the prolonged economic impact is uncertain. Although vaccines for COVID-19 are becoming more widely available, the ultimate economic fallout from the pandemic, and the long-term impact on economies, markets, industries and individual issuers are not known. The operational and financial performance of the issuers of securities in which the Fund invests depends on future developments, including the duration and spread of the outbreak and the pace of recovery which may vary market to market, and such uncertainty may in turn adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Fund’s investments, impair the Fund’s ability to satisfy redemption requests, and negatively impact the Fund’s performance.
UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT RISK — In February 2022, Russia commenced a military attack on Ukraine. The outbreak of hostilities between the two countries and the threat of wider-spread hostilities could have a severe adverse effect on the region and global economies, including significant negative impacts on the markets for certain securities and commodities, such as oil and natural gas. In addition, sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and any sanctions imposed in the future, could have a significant adverse impact on the Russian economy and related markets. The price and liquidity of investments may fluctuate widely as a result of the conflict and related events. How long the armed conflict and related events will last cannot be predicted. These tensions and any related events could have a significant impact on Fund performance and the value of Fund investments, even beyond any direct exposure the Fund may have to issuers located in these countries.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — Cash and cash equivalents are valued at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates market value.
OTHER — In the normal course of business, the Fund may enter into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future, and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, the Fund expects the risk of material loss from such claims to be remote.
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2. Investment Policies and Practices
The sections below describe some of the different types of investments that may be made by the Fund and the investment practices in which the Fund may engage.
TYPES OF FIXED-INCOME SECURITIES — The Fund may invest in bonds and other types of debt obligations of U.S. and foreign issuers. Fixed income securities purchased by the Fund may include, among others, bonds, notes, and debentures issued by corporations; debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or one of its agencies or instrumentalities (“U.S. Government Securities”); municipal securities; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and debt securities issued or guaranteed by foreign governments, their agencies, instrumentalities, or political subdivisions, or by government-owned, -controlled, or -sponsored entities, including central banks. These investments also include money market instruments and other types of obligations. Investors should recognize that, although securities ratings issued by S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”), a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., and Moody’s Investors Services©, Inc. (“Moody’s”), provide a generally useful guide as to credit risks, they do not offer any criteria to evaluate interest rate risk. Changes in interest rate levels generally cause fluctuations in the prices of fixed-income securities and will, therefore, cause fluctuations in the NAV per share of the Fund. Subsequent to the purchase of a fixed-income security by the Fund, the ratings or credit quality of such security may deteriorate. Any such subsequent adverse changes in the rating or quality of a security held by the Fund would not require the Fund to sell the security.
TYPES OF EQUITY SECURITIES — In addition to common stock, the equity securities that the Fund may purchase include securities having equity characteristics, such as rights. Common stock represents an equity or ownership interest in a company. This interest often gives the Fund the right to vote on measures affecting the company’s organization and operations. Equity securities have a history of long-term growth in value, but their prices tend to fluctuate in the shorter term. Rights essentially are options to purchase equity securities at specific prices valid for a specific period of time. Their prices do not necessarily move parallel to the prices of the underlying securities. Rights normally have a short duration and are distributed directly by the issuer to its shareholders. Rights have no voting rights, receive no dividends, and have no rights with respect to the assets of the issuer.
SECURITIES OF OTHER INVESTMENT COMPANIES — The Fund may invest in securities of other investment companies, including ETF shares and shares of money market funds. The Fund’s investment in these securities (other than shares of money market funds and of certain ETFs) may be subject to certain limitations imposed by the 1940 Act — generally, a prohibition on acquiring more than 3 percent of the outstanding voting stock of another investment company. Investment companies such as ETFs and money market funds pay investment advisory and other fees and incur various expenses in connection with their operations. When the Fund invests in another investment company, shareholders of the Fund will indirectly bear these fees and expenses, which will be in addition to the fees and expenses of the Fund.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS — Real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) are pooled investment vehicles that manage a portfolio of real estate or real estate-related loans to earn profits for their shareholders. REITs are generally classified as equity REITs, mortgage REITs, or a combination of equity and mortgage REITs. Investing in REITs involves certain unique risks in addition to those risks associated with investing in the real estate industry in general. Equity REITs may be affected by changes in the value of the underlying property owned by the REITs, while mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of the borrower on any credit extended. REITs are dependent upon management skills, may not be diversified geographically or by property type, and are subject to heavy cash-flow dependency, default by borrowers, and self-liquidation. REITs must also meet certain requirements under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), to avoid entity level tax and be eligible to pass through certain tax attributes of their income to shareholders. REITs are consequently subject to the risk of failing to
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meet these requirements for favorable tax treatment and of failing to maintain their exemptions from registration under the 1940 Act. REITs are also subject to the risks of changes in the Code, affecting their tax status.
REITs (especially mortgage REITs) are also subject to interest rate risks. When interest rates decline, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to rise. Conversely, when interest rates rise, the value of a REIT’s investment in fixed-rate obligations can be expected to decline. In contrast, as interest rates on adjustable-rate mortgage loans are reset periodically, yields on a REIT’s investments in such loans will gradually align themselves to reflect changes in market interest rates, causing the value of such investments to fluctuate less dramatically in response to interest rate fluctuations than would investments in fixed-rate obligations.
The management of a REIT may be subject to conflicts of interest with respect to the operation of the business of the REIT and may be involved in real estate activities competitive with the REIT. REITs may own properties through joint ventures or in other circumstances in which a REIT may not have control over its investments. REITs may use significant amounts of leverage.
TEMPORARY INVESTMENTS — During periods of adverse market or economic conditions, the Fund may temporarily invest all or a substantial portion of its assets in high-quality, fixed-income securities, money market instruments, and shares of money market mutual funds, or it may hold cash. At such times, the Fund would not be pursuing its stated investment objective with its usual investment strategies. The Fund may also hold these investments for liquidity purposes. Fixed-income securities will be deemed to be of high quality if they are rated “A” or better by S&P or Moody’s or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the the Fund’s sub-adviser, Stance Capital, LLC. Money market instruments are high-quality, short-term fixed income obligations (which generally have remaining maturities of one year or less), and may include U.S. Government Securities, commercial paper, certificates of deposit and banker’s acceptances issued by domestic branches of United States banks that are members of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and repurchase agreements for US. Government Securities. In lieu of purchasing money market instruments, the Fund may purchase shares of money market mutual funds that invest primarily in U.S. Government Securities and repurchase agreements involving those securities, subject to certain limitations imposed by the 1940 Act. The Fund, as an investor in a money market fund, will indirectly bear the fees and expenses of the money market fund. These indirect fees and expenses will be in addition to the fees and expenses of the Fund. Repurchase agreements involve certain risks not associated with direct investments in debt securities.
3. INVESTMENT adviser and other services
Red Gate Advisers, LLC (the “Adviser”) serves as the investment adviser to the Fund. Stance Capital, LLC and Vident Advisory, LLC each serves as an investment sub-adviser (“Sub-Adviser”) to the Fund. Subject to the supervision of the Board, the Adviser manages the overall investment operations of the Fund, primarily in the form of oversight of the Fund’s sub-advisers, pursuant to the terms of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Adviser and the Company on behalf of the Fund. The Fund compensates the Adviser with a unitary management fee for its services at an annual rate of 0.95%; based on the Fund’s average daily net assets (the “Advisory Fee”), payable on a monthly basis in arrears. From the Advisory Fee, the Adviser pays most of the expenses of the Fund, including the cost of sub-advisory, transfer agency, custody, fund administration, legal, audit and other services. However, the Adviser is not responsible for interest expenses, brokerage commissions and other trading expenses, taxes and other extraordinary costs such as litigation and other expenses not incurred in the ordinary course of business.
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive a portion of it’s unitary management fee to the extent necessary to limit the Fund’s annual operating expenses (excluding brokerage commissions, taxes, interest expense, acquired fund fees and expenses, and any extraordinary expenses) to an amount not
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exceeding 0.85% annually of the Fund’s average daily net assets. This contractual limitation is in effect until March 31, 2023 and may not be terminated without the approval of the Board. The Adviser may discontinue these arrangements at any time after March 31, 2023.
During the current fiscal period, investment advisory fees accrued and waived were as follows:
| GROSS ADVISORY FEES | | | RECOUPMENT/ WAIVERS | | | NET ADVISORY FEES | |
| $177,654 | | | $(18,700) | | | $158,954 | |
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC (“Fund Services”), doing business as U.S. Bank Global Fund Services, serves as administrator for the Fund. For providing administrative and accounting services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Fund Services serves as the Fund’s transfer and dividend disbursing agent. For providing transfer agent services, Fund Services is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
U.S. Bank, N.A. (the “Custodian”) provides certain custodial services to the Fund. The Custodian is entitled to receive a monthly fee, subject to certain minimum and out of pocket expenses.
Vigilant Distributors, LLC (the “Distributor”), an affiliate of the Adviser, serves as the principal underwriter and distributor of the Fund’s shares pursuant to a Distribution Agreement with RBB.
Under the Fund’s unitary fee, the Adviser compensates Fund Services and the Custodian for its services provided.
DIRECTOR AND OFFICER COMPENSATION — The Directors of the Company receive an annual retainer and meeting fees for meetings attended. An employee of Vigilant Compliance, LLC serves as President and Chief Compliance Officer of the Company. Vigilant Compliance, LLC, an affiliate of the Adviser, is compensated for the services provided to the Company. Employees of RBB serve as Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Marketing & Business Development of the Company. They are compensated for services provided. Certain employees of Fund Services serve as officers of the Company. They are not compensated by the Funds or the Company. As of the end of the reporting period, there were no director and officer fees charged or paid by the Fund.
4. PURCHASES AND SALES OF INVESTMENT SECURITIES
During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding in-kind transactions and short-term investments) of the Fund were as follows:
| Purchase | | | Sales | |
| $60,332,931 | | | $60,337,962 | |
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government Securities during the current fiscal period.
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During the current fiscal period, aggregate purchases and sales of in-kind transactions of the Fund were as follows:
| Purchase | | | Sales | |
| $26,105,733 | | | $23,741,941 | |
5. Federal Income tax information
It is the Fund’s intention to meet the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), that are applicable to a regulated investment company (“RIC”). The Fund intends to continue to operate so as to qualify to be taxed as a RIC under the Code and, as such, to not be subject to federal income tax on the portion of its taxable income and gains distributed to stockholders. To qualify for RIC tax treatment, among other requirements, the Fund is required to distribute at least 90% of its investment company taxable income, as defined by the Code. Accordingly, the Fund intends to distribute its taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders in accordance with timing requirements imposed by the Code. While the Fund intends to distribute substantially all of its taxable net investment income and capital gains, if any, in a manner necessary to minimize the imposition of a 4% excise tax, there can be no assurance that it will avoid any or all of the excise tax. In such event, the Fund will be liable only for the amount by which it does not meet the foregoing distribution requirements. The Fund has adopted October 31 as its tax year end.
In accounting for income taxes, the Fund follows the guidance in FASB ASC Codification 740, as amended by ASU 2009-06, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes” (“ASC 740”). ASC 740 prescribes the minimum recognition threshold a tax position must meet in connection with accounting for uncertainties in income tax positions taken or expected to be taken by an entity before being measured and recognized in the financial statements. Management has concluded, there were no uncertain tax positions as of August 31, 2021 for federal income tax purposes or in, the Fund’s major state and local tax jurisdiction of Delaware.
Because U.S. federal income tax regulations differ from U.S. GAAP, distributions in accordance with tax regulations may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Differences may be permanent or temporary. Permanent difference are reclassified among capital accounts in the financial statements to reflect the applicable tax characterization. Temporary differences arise when certain items of income, expense, gain or loss are recognized at some time in the future. The tax basis components of distributable earnings may differ from the amount reflected in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities due to temporary book/tax differences due to a tax free incorporation transfer. As of August 31, 2021 there were no permanent differences.
As of August 31, 2021, the federal tax cost, aggregate gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation of securities held by the Fund were as follows:
| FEDERAL TAX COST | | | UNREALIZED APPRECIATION | | | UNREALIZED (DEPRECIATION) | | | NET UNREALIZED APPRECIATION/ (DEPRECIATION) | |
| $34,766,389 | | | $3,042,007 | | | $(526,120) | | | $2,515,887 | |
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6. SHARE TRANSACTIONS
Shares of the Fund are listed and traded on the NYSE Arca, Inc. (the “Exchange”). Market prices for the shares may be different from their NAV. The Fund issues and redeems shares on a continuous basis at NAV only in blocks of 5,000 shares, called “Creation Units.” Creation Units are issued and redeemed principally in-kind for securities included in a specified universe. Once created, shares generally trade in the secondary market at market prices that change throughout the day. Except when aggregated in Creation Units, shares are not redeemable securities of the Fund. Creation Units may only be purchased or redeemed by certain financial institutions (“Authorized Participants”). An Authorized Participant is either (i) a broker-dealer or other participant in the clearing process through the Continuous Net Settlement System of the National Securities Clearing Corporation or (ii) a Depository Trust Company participant and, in each case, must have executed a Participant Agreement with the Distributor. Most retail investors do not qualify as Authorized Participants nor have the resources to buy and sell whole Creation Units. Therefore, they are unable to purchase or redeem shares directly from the Fund. Rather, most retail investors may purchase shares in the secondary market with the assistance of a broker and are subject to customary brokerage commissions or fees.
The Fund currently offers one class of shares, which has no front-end sales load, no deferred sales charge, and no redemption fee. A fixed transaction fee is imposed for the transfer and other transaction costs associated with the purchase or sale of Creation Units. The standard fixed transaction fee for the Fund is $500, payable to the custodian. In addition, a variable fee may be charged on all cash transactions or substitutes for Creation Units of up to a maximum of 2% as a percentage of the value of the Creation Units subject to the transaction. Variable fees are imposed to compensate the Fund for the transaction costs associated with the cash transactions. Variable fees received by the Fund, if any, are displayed in the capital shares transactions section of the Statement of Changes in Net Assets. The Fund may issue an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest, with $0.001 par value per share. Shares of the Fund have equal rights and privileges.
7. In-Kind SUBSCRIPTION
On March 15, 2021, the Fund received securities in connection with an in-kind subscription transaction. The seed shares totaled 1,105,000 with a NAV of $25.0159. For financial reporting purposes, these transactions were treated as purchases of securities and recognized based on the market value of the securities. The value of the initial in-kind subscriptions was $27,642,570.
8. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS AND REGULATORY UPDATES
In October 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted new regulations governing the use of derivatives by registered investment companies (“Rule 18f-4”). Rule 18f-4 will impose limits on the amount of derivatives a fund can enter into, eliminate the asset segregation framework currently used by funds to comply with Section 18 of the 1940 Act, and require funds whose use of derivatives is greater than a limited specified amount to establish and maintain a comprehensive derivatives risk management program and appoint a derivatives risk manager. Funds will be required to comply with Rule 18f-4 by August 19, 2022. It is not currently clear what impact, if any, Rule 18f-4 will have on the availability, liquidity or performance of derivatives. Management is currently evaluating the potential impact of Rule 18f-4 on the Fund. When fully implemented, Rule 18f-4 may require changes in how the Fund uses derivatives, adversely affect the Fund’s performance and increase costs related to a Fund’s use of derivatives.
In December 2020, the SEC adopted a new rule providing a framework for fund valuation practices (“Rule 2a-5”). Rule 2a-5 establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. Rule 2a-5 will permit fund boards to designate certain parties to perform fair value determinations, subject to board oversight and certain other conditions. Rule 2a-5 also defines when market quotations are “readily available” for purposes of the 1940 Act and the threshold for determining whether a fund must fair value a security. In connection with Rule 2a-5, the SEC also adopted related
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recordkeeping requirements and is rescinding previously issued guidance, including with respect to the role of a board in determining fair value and the accounting and auditing of fund investments. The Fund will be required to comply with the rules by September 8, 2022. Management is currently assessing the potential impact of the new rules on the Fund’s financial statements.
9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Fund through the date the financial statements were issued and has determined that there were no significant events requiring recognition or disclosure in the financial statements.
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Notice to Shareholders
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Information on Proxy Voting
Policies and procedures that the Fund uses to determine how to vote proxies relating to portfolio securities as well as information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 are available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling (800) 617-0004; and (ii) on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Quarterly Schedule of Investments
The Company files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third fiscal quarters of each fiscal year (quarters ended November 30 and May 31) as an exhibit to its report on Form N-PORT. The Company’s Forms N-PORT are available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.
Frequency Distributions of Premiums and Discounts
Information regarding how often shares of the Fund trade on an exchange at a price above (i.e., at a premium) or below (i.e., at a discount) the NAV of the Fund is available, without charge, on the Fund’s website at www.stancefunds.com.
Liquidity Risk Management Program
The Company has adopted and implemented a Liquidity Risk Management Program (the “Company Program”) as required by rule 22e-4 under the 1940 Act. In accordance with the Company Program, the Adviser has adopted and implemented a liquidity risk management program (the “Adviser Program” and together with the Company Program, the “Programs”) on behalf of the Fund. The Programs seek to assess, manage and review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk. “Liquidity Risk” is defined as the risk that the Fund could not meet requests to redeem shares issued by the Fund without significant dilution of remaining investors’ interest in the Fund.
The Board has appointed Vigilant Compliance, LLC (“Vigilant”) as the program administrator for the Company Program and the Liquidity Risk Management Committee of the Adviser as the program administrator for the Adviser Program. The process of monitoring and determining the liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party vendors.
At meetings held during the current fiscal period, the Board and its Regulatory Oversight Committee received and reviewed a written report (the “Report”) of Vigilant and the Adviser concerning the operation of the Programs for the period from March 15, 2021 to June 30, 2021 (the “Period”). The Report summarized the operation of the Programs and the information and factors considered by Vigilant and the Adviser in reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the implementation of the Programs with respect to the Fund. Such information and factors included, among other things: (i) the methodology used to classify the liquidity of the Fund’s portfolio investments and the Adviser’s assessment that the Fund’s strategy remained appropriate for an open-end mutual fund; (ii) analyses of the Fund’s trading environment and reasonably anticipated trading size; (iii) that the Fund held primarily highly liquid assets (investments that the Fund anticipates can be converted to cash within 3 business days or less in current market conditions without significantly changing their market value); (iv) that the Fund did not require the establishment of a highly liquid investment minimum and the methodology for that determination; (v) confirmation that the Fund did not breach the 15% maximum illiquid security threshold (investments that cannot be sold or disposed of in seven days or less in current market conditions without the sale of the investment significantly changing the market value of the investment) during the Period and the procedures for monitoring compliance with the limit; (vi) that the processes, technologies and third-party vendors used to assess, manage, and/or periodically review the Fund’s Liquidity Risk functioned appropriately during the Period; and (vii) that the Programs operated adequately during the Period. The Report also indicated that there were no material changes made to the Programs during the Period.
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Based on the review, the Report concluded that the Programs were being implemented effectively and reasonably designed to assess and manage Liquidity Risk in the Fund’s portfolio.
There can be no assurance that the Company Program or the Adviser Program will achieve its objectives under all circumstances in the future. Please refer to the Fund’s prospectus for more information regarding the Fund’s exposure to liquidity risk and other risks to which it may be subject.
INVESTMENT ADVISER
Red Gate Advisers, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Ste 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike Chadds Ford, PA 19317
INVESTMENT SUB-ADVISERS
Stance Capital, LLC
75 Central Street, 5th Floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02109
Vident Investment Advisory, LLC
1125 Sanctuary Parkway
Suite 515
Alpharetta, GA 30009
ADMINISTRATOR AND TRANSFER AGENT
U.S. Bancorp Fund Services, LLC
615 East Michigan Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
CUSTODIAN
U.S. Bank, N.A.
1555 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53202
INDEPENDENT REGISTERED
PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Two Commerce Square, Suite 1800
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
UNDERWRITER
Vigilant Distributors, LLC
Gateway Corporate Center, Ste 216
223 Wilmington West Chester Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
LEGAL COUNSEL
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
One Logan Square, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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(b) Not applicable
Item 2. Code of Ethics.
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 3. Audit Committee Financial Expert.
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 4. Principal Accountant Fees and Services.
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 5. Audit Committee of Listed Registrants.
Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
Item 6. Investments.
(a) | Schedule of Investments is included as part of the report to shareholders filed under Item 1 of this Form. |
Item 7. Disclosure of Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures for Closed-End Management Investment Companies.
Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
Item 8. Portfolio Managers of Closed-End Management Investment Companies.
Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
Item 9. Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management Investment Company and Affiliated Purchasers.
Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
Item 10. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
There have been no material changes to the procedures by which the shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board of directors, where those changes were implemented after the registrant last provided disclosure in response to the requirements of Item 407(c)(2)(iv) of Regulation S-K (17 CFR 229.407) (as required by Item 22(b)(15) of Schedule 14A (17 CFR 240.14a-101)), or this Item.
Item 11. Controls and Procedures.
(a) | The Registrant’s Principal Executive and Principal Financial Officers have reviewed the Registrant's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Act”)) as of a date within 90 days of the filing of this report, as required by Rule 30a-3(b) under the Act and Rules 13a-15(b) or 15d-15(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Based on their review, such officers have concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed in this report is appropriately recorded, processed, summarized and reported and made known to them by others within the Registrant and by the Registrant’s service provider. |
(b) | There were no changes in the Registrant's internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the Act) that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Registrant's internal control over financial reporting. |
Item 12. Disclosure of Securities Lending Activities for Closed-End Management Investment Companies
Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
Item 13. Exhibits.
(2) A separate certification for each principal executive officer and principal financial officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Furnished herewith.
(3) Not applicable to open-end investment companies.
(4) There was no change in the registrant’s independent public accountant for the period covered by this report.
(b) | Certifications pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Furnished herewith. |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
(Registrant) | The RBB Fund, Inc. | |
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By (Signature and Title)* | /s/ Salvatore Faia | |
| Salvatore Faia, President | |
| (principal executive officer) | |
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Date | 5/2/2022 | |
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By (Signature and Title)* | /s/ Salvatore Faia | |
| Salvatore Faia, President | |
| (principal executive officer) | |
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Date | 5/2/2022 | |
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By (Signature and Title)* | /s/ James Shaw | |
| James Shaw, Treasurer | |
| (principal financial officer) | |
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Date | 5/2/2022 | |
| * | Print the name and title of each signing officer under his or her signature. |