About KAUAX
Federated Hermes Kaufmann Fund, Class A, is an actively managed mutual fund focused on achieving capital appreciation through investments in primarily small- and mid-cap growth companies. The fund strategically targets firms that are beyond the early venture stage, emphasizing those with established profitability and notable growth prospects. Its selection process is intensive and research-driven, involving direct engagement with company management, on-site visits, and thorough industry analysis to identify stocks that are reasonably priced and exhibit strong growth characteristics. Managed by an experienced team of portfolio managers, analysts, and industry specialists, the fund maintains a diversified portfolio—typically holding over 140 securities across sectors, with a significant portion allocated to industries such as healthcare, consumer cyclicals, technology, and industrials. Since its inception, the Federated Hermes Kaufmann Fund has played a notable role in the mid-cap growth segment, serving investors seeking exposure to dynamic companies with robust long-term growth potential. The fund is also recognized for its long performance history and its competitive standing within the mid-cap growth category.
Fund Family Federated
Category Mid-Cap Growth
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol KAUAX
Share Class Class A Shares
Index Russell MidCap Growth TR
KAUAX had a total return of 10.70% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 16.18%.
