Why invest in the Global Equity Income Fund?
Strong track record
Portfolio of high-quality companies
Better potential downside protection
Consistent approach to investment management
Bottom up fundamental analysis
Fund Objective
The objective of the Global Equity Income Portfolio is to invest in a diversified global portfolio of financially-strong, well-managed companies that have a proven record in paying an attractive dividend and have management commitment to consistently increase it. Our aim is to improve long-term risk-adjusted total equity returns while maintaining a balanced exposure to dividend yield, quality and dividend growth.
Key differentiating factors
Active vs passive investment
This is an actively managed portfolio. We seek to invest in the areas of the market where we see the most attractive opportunities, as opposed to holding the stocks with the largest representation in the various indices. Over time we manage our overall market exposure according to our view of the potential risk and reward inherent in the market at any given time.
Focus on absolute vs relative return
We are not afraid to go against the consensus view, so if we feel a market or stock is expensive we tend to avoid it completely rather than holding it merely because it is widely held. In addition, the portfolio can hold significant cash levels if the manager feels it appropriate to do so.