About GSIFX
The Goldman Sachs International Equity ESG Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity securities of companies based outside the United States. The fund employs an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy, selecting companies believed to adhere to robust ESG criteria alongside fundamental financial analysis. Its diversified portfolio spans a broad range of non-U.S. sectors, with significant holdings in financial services, utilities, healthcare, consumer defensive, and industrial companies. Notable portfolio constituents include Zurich Insurance Group AG, Iberdrola SA, AstraZeneca PLC, and Schneider Electric SE, reflecting its emphasis on resilient, high-quality international businesses. The fund’s investment approach is active and fundamentally driven, aiming to identify firms poised to grow across economic cycles while maintaining a strong ESG profile. With an expense ratio of approximately 1.18% and a minimum investment of $1,000, the fund provides exposure to global opportunities while integrating responsible investing principles, making it a notable player in the foreign large blend category within international equity markets.
Fund Family Goldman Sachs
Category Foreign Large Blend
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol GSIFX
Share Class Class A
Index MSCI EAFE NR USD
GSIFX had a total return of 16.18% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 5.66%.
