Auxier Focus Fund Class Investor (AUXFX)
| Fund Assets | 294.08M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.92% |
| Min. Investment | $5,000 |
| Turnover | 2.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.99 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.16% |
| Dividend Growth | -16.10% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 31.06 |
| YTD Return | 7.91% |
| 1-Year Return | 13.30% |
| 5-Year Return | 77.72% |
| 52-Week Low | 27.81 |
| 52-Week High | 31.56 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.72 |
| Holdings | 115 |
| Inception Date | Jul 9, 1999 |
About AUXFX
Auxier Focus Fund Class Investment Shares is an actively managed mutual fund that primarily pursues long-term capital appreciation through a value-oriented investment approach. Managed by seasoned portfolio manager Jeff Auxier, the fund targets a diversified mix of equity securities, with the flexibility to invest across various industries and capitalizations, both domestically and internationally. Emphasizing in-depth research and a disciplined focus on undervalued companies demonstrating improving fundamentals, the fund is characterized by its "go anywhere" philosophy and high-conviction positions—over 40% of assets are often concentrated in the top ten holdings, featuring prominent companies in sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer defensive goods. With an expense ratio of approximately 0.92%, the fund employs a patient, long-term outlook, seeking to leverage the power of compounding and mitigate risk through thoughtful capital allocation. Auxier Focus Fund plays a notable role in the large value segment of the market, offering investors access to a rigorously researched, actively managed portfolio designed to weather diverse market conditions over time.
Performance
AUXFX had a total return of 13.30% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.61%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Rutland Square Trust II - Strategic Advisers Large Cap Fund | 0.24% |
| FLCEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Large Cap Core Enhanced Index Fund | 0.39% |
| VQNPX | Vanguard | Vanguard Growth and Income Fund Investor Shares | 0.36% |
| VPMAX | Vanguard | Vanguard PRIMECAP Fund Admiral Shares | 0.31% |
| FMGKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Magellan Fund - Class K | 0.40% |
Top 10 Holdings
42.20% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 5.63% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 5.25% |
| UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | UNH | 4.93% |
| Philip Morris International Inc. | PM | 4.88% |
| The Kroger Co. | KR | 4.52% |
| The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation | BK | 4.00% |
| Fidelity Government Portfolio | FIGXX | 3.56% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 3.53% |
| Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | BRK.B | 3.03% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 2.86% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.45137 | Jan 2, 2025 |
| Dec 11, 2024 | $0.5364 | Dec 12, 2024 |
| Dec 29, 2023 | $0.43832 | Jan 2, 2024 |
| Dec 12, 2023 | $0.73893 | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Dec 30, 2022 | $0.32673 | Jan 3, 2023 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | $0.44475 | Dec 14, 2022 |