Supplement dated March 26, 2018 to Prospectus dated May 15, 2017 |
Class | Feb ROR | YTD ROR | Net Asset Value | Net Asset Value per Unit |
A | -11.74% | -4.77% | $6.24M | $1,000.272 |
B | -11.79% | -4.88% | $66.63M | $815.558 |
Legacy 1 | -11.51% | -4.40% | $1.09M | $805.028 |
Legacy 2 | -11.49% | -4.43% | $0.38M | $785.911 |
Global 1 | -10.84% | -3.95% | $24.60M | $802.419 |
Global 2 | -11.09% | -4.01% | $0.99M | $785.341 |
Global 3 | -11.23% | -4.29% | $2.39M | $672.345 |
ALL PERFORMANCE REPORTED IS NET OF FEES AND EXPENSES
Sector Commentary
Currencies: The U.S. dollar strengthened in anticipation the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates four times this year. The Canadian dollar weakened on declining oil prices and in anticipation U.S. corporate tax cuts could hurt Canada’s competitiveness. Uncertainty about a renegotiated North American Free Trade Agreement added to weakness. The Australian dollar weakened on a disappointing Australian capital expenditure report. The British pound moved lower after the European Union’s chief negotiator warned a Brexit transition period for the U.K. was not guaranteed. The Japanese yen strengthened on data showing rising inflation.
Energy: Crude oil prices fell in reaction to rising U.S. supplies and production. Natural gas and heating oil prices declined due to warmer than expected weather forecasts.
Equities: Global equities markets moved lower as volatility spiked on investor speculation that increasing bond yields could signal the end of the decade-long equity bull market. Concerns over the prospect of more protectionist trade policies also weighed on the markets.
Fixed Income: Fixed income prices moved lower on continued pressure from economic growth in the U.S., on rising inflation expectations, and on the unwinding of the Fed’s balance sheet. Bund prices, however, moved higher as political unease in the Eurozone supported demand for safe-haven bonds.
Grains/Foods: Corn markets rose on strong exports. Wheat markets increased on concerns dry weather in key growing regions would damage crops. Cocoa prices rose over 12% on expectations of diminished crops from the top grower, the Ivory Coast. Soybean markets moved higher on continued concerns that dry weather in Argentina would limit production.
Metals: Precious metals prices declined after the Federal Reserve stated there could be four small interest rate hikes beginning in March. Copper prices declined on lower demand and on doubts about the strength of the economy in China, its top consumer.
Additional Information: For the Fund’s monthly Account Statement, including the net asset value per unit, and related information, please visit our website at grantparkfunds.com.
Sincerely,
David Kavanagh
President
Daily fund performance and weekly commentaries are available on our website at 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
THIS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OF ANY SECURITY FOR SALE NOR SHALL THERE BE ANY SALE OF SECURITIES IN ANY JURISDICTION IN WHICH AN OFFER, SOLICITATION OR SALE
WOULD BE UNLAWFUL PRIOR TO REGISTRATION OR QUALIFICATION UNDER THE SECURITIES LAWS OF ANY SUCH JURISDICTION OFFERING BY PROSPECTUS ONLY.
Account Statement
(Prepared from books without audit)
For the month ended February 28, 2018
STATEMENT OF INCOME | | | | | | | |
Trading Income (Loss) | | | Monthly Performance | | Year to Date Performance | | |
Realized Trading Income (Loss) | | -$7,644,852 | | -$955,878 | | |
Change In Unrealized Income (Loss) | | -4,811,052 | | -1,950,475 | | |
Brokerage Commission | | | -39,211 | | -86,721 | | |
Exchange, Clearing Fee and NFA Charges | | 0 | | 0 | | |
Other Trading Costs | | | -96,974 | | -198,693 | | |
Change in Accrued Commission | | 9,393 | | 9,502 | | |
Net Trading Income (Loss) | | | -12,582,696 | | -3,182,265 | | |
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Other Income | | | Monthly Performance | | Year to Date Performance | | |
Interest, U.S. Obligations | | | $59,229 | | $118,458 | | |
Interest, Other | | | 20,903 | | 45,290 | | |
Income from Securities | | | -1,022,695 | | -906,859 | | |
Dividend Income | | | 0 | | 0 | | |
Total Income (Loss) | | | -13,525,259 | | -3,925,376 | | |
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Expenses | | | Monthly Performance | | Year to Date Performance | | |
Management Fee | | | $0 | | $0 | | |
Incentive Fee | | | -209,199 | | 4,632 | | |
Operating Expenses | | | 22,295 | | 47,934 | | |
Organization and Offering Expenses | | 25,697 | | 55,111 | | |
Brokerage Expenses | | | 400,920 | | 861,221 | | |
Dividend Expenses | | | 0 | | 0 | | |
Total Expenses | | | 239,713 | | 968,898 | | |
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Net Income (Loss) | | | -$13,764,972 | | -$4,894,274 | | |
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Statement of Changes in Net Asset Value | | Monthly Performance | | Year to Date Performance | | |
Beginning Balance | | | $119,423,264 | | $113,483,622 | | |
Additions | | | 0 | | 0 | | |
Net Income (Loss) | | | -13,764,972 | | -4,894,274 | | |
Redemptions | | | -3,332,574 | | -6,263,630 | | |
Balance at February 28, 2018 | | $102,325,718 | | $102,325,718 | | |
PERFORMANCE SUMMARY BY CLASS | | | | | | | |
Class | Net Asset Value per Unit | | Units | Net Asset Value | | Monthly ROR | Year to Date ROR | |
A | $1,000.272 | | 6,237.94426 | $6,239,639 | | -11.74% | -4.77% | |
B | $815.558 | | 81,699.63067 | $66,630,775 | | -11.79% | -4.88% | |
Legacy 1 | $805.028 | | 1,351.34563 | $1,087,871 | | -11.51% | -4.40% | |
Legacy 2 | $785.911 | | 482.22166 | $378,983 | | -11.49% | -4.43% | |
Global 1 | $802.419 | | 30,658.07585 | $24,600,625 | | -10.84% | -3.95% | |
Global 2 | $785.341 | | 1,264.21871 | $992,842 | | -11.09% | -4.01% | |
Global 3 | $672.345 | | 3,562.13474 | $2,394,983 | | -11.23% | -4.29% | |
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