About NWKDX
The Nationwide Geneva Small Cap Growth Fund Institutional Service Class is a mutual fund designed for institutional investors seeking exposure to U.S. small-capitalization growth companies. This fund primarily invests in equities of firms at the lower end of the market-cap spectrum that are considered to have strong earnings and revenue growth potential. Its investment approach focuses on identifying companies in early stages of expansion, often favoring industries poised for rapid development, such as technology, industrials, and consumer cyclicals.
As of recent data, the fund holds a diversified portfolio with approximately 35% of assets concentrated in its top ten holdings, demonstrating a relatively high conviction in selected positions. Notable portfolio companies include Construction Partners Inc., Onto Innovation Inc., and Kinsale Capital Group, reflecting its emphasis on dynamic sectors. With total net assets around $1.6 billion and a net expense ratio of 0.94%, the fund is competitively priced within its category, offering a cost advantage compared to peers. The fund plays a notable role in the small-growth space, aiming to capitalize on U.S. economic innovation and entrepreneurial expansion by investing in companies with high growth trajectories.
Fund Family Nationwide
Category Small Growth
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol NWKDX
Share Class Institutional Service Class
Index Russell 2000 Growth TR
NWKDX had a total return of 2.58% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 8.78%.
