File No. 333-179641
Grant Park Fund February 2015 Update
March 25, 2015
Supplement dated March 25, 2015 to Prospectus dated May 08, 2014
Class | February ROR | YTD ROR | Net Asset Value | Net Asset Value per Unit |
A | -0.3% | 2.6% | $15.8M | $1,279.48 |
B | -0.3% | 2.5% | $163.1M | $1,064.36 |
Legacy 1 | 0.0% | 2.9% | $2.7M | $962.05 |
Legacy 2 | -0.1% | 2.8% | $0.9M | $946.38 |
Global 1 | 0.0% | 3.0% | $13.7M | $940.52 |
Global 2 | 0.0% | 2.9% | $5.9M | $925.20 |
Global 3 | -0.1% | 2.7% | $97.1M | $834.27 |
| ALL PERFORMANCE REPORTED IS NET OF FEES AND EXPENSES |
Sector Commentary
Currencies: The U.S dollar strengthened against global counterparts on renewed beliefs the U.S. Federal Reserve will raise interests rates in the near term. Strong economic indicators, including better-than-expected U.S. jobless claims data and durable goods orders, added to the strength of the dollar. The euro declined as investors prepared for the start of the European Central Bank’s new quantitative easing initiatives.
Energy: Crude oil prices climbed as production fell and demand rose. Natural gas and heating oil markets also moved higher as demand for heating fuels increased due to cold temperatures in the U.S.
Equities: Global equity markets rose to all-time highs on upbeat corporate earnings reports in the U.S. and on renewed beliefs the Greek government would not default on its debt obligations. The rallies were strengthened after Federal Reserve Chair Yellen reaffirmed the Federal Reserve would wait to raise U.S. interest rates until at least mid-year. The Japanese Nikkei 225 index finished near a 15-year high due to bullish economic data from the region.
Fixed Income: U.S. fixed income markets fell as global investors liquidated debt positions and shifted their focus towards riskier assets. U.S. debt markets fell after U.S. employment data showed a decline in weekly U.S. jobless claims. U.K. fixed-income markets lost value following reports of significant improvement in the U.K. labor market.
Grains/Foods: Corn and wheat markets rose as intra-month weakness in the U.S. dollar made U.S. grains more attractive to international buyers. Concerns about crop damage caused by recent cold weather also caused prices to rise. Soybean and cocoa markets moved higher because of weak supply forecasts. Coffee prices fell after rains in Brazil eased previous supply concerns.
Metals: Gold markets fell after the Greek government reached a new debt agreement with its European creditors. Strength in the U.S. dollar and lower demand for safe-haven assets also put pressure on gold. Copper markets moved higher due to stronger-than-expected Chinese manufacturing activity.
Additional Information: For the Fund’s monthly Account Statement, including the net asset value per unit, and related information, please visit our website at www.grantparkfunds.com.
Sincerely,
David Kavanagh
President
Daily fund performance and weekly commentaries are available on our website at www.grantparkfunds.com.
PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS
FUTURES TRADING INVOLVES A HIGH DEGREE OF RISK AND IS NOT SUITABLE FOR ALL INVESTORS
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