About PIGDX
The Federated Hermes International Growth Fund Institutional Shares is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with exposure to international equity markets. Its primary function is to invest in a diversified portfolio of growth-oriented stocks that are economically tied to countries outside the United States, including major developed markets such as Japan, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. The fund targets companies with high growth potential, often focusing on sectors like technology, consumer discretionary, and financials. Managed by an experienced team, the fund emphasizes stocks with strong earnings prospects and market leadership positions. It uses a disciplined investment process to select equities across various industries and regions, while actively managing risk and portfolio allocation. As part of the foreign large-growth category, this fund plays a significant role for investors seeking capital appreciation through global diversification and participation in international growth trends. The Institutional Shares offer a competitive expense structure, making it suitable for large-scale investors and institutions seeking efficient access to international equity opportunities.
Fund Family Federated
Category Foreign Large Growth
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Above Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol PIGDX
Share Class Institutional Shares
Index MSCI AC World ex USA Growth NR USD
PIGDX had a total return of -72.58% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been -4.60%.
