Saratoga Technology & Communications Portfolio Class A (STPAX)
| Fund Assets | 35.48M |
| Expense Ratio | 2.82% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 7.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.57 |
| Dividend Yield | 15.92% |
| Dividend Growth | 23.50% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 9, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 20.95 |
| YTD Return | 2.38% |
| 1-Year Return | 29.72% |
| 5-Year Return | 49.70% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.89 |
| 52-Week High | 24.79 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.22 |
| Holdings | 27 |
| Inception Date | Oct 22, 1997 |
About STPAX
Saratoga Technology & Communications Fund A is an open-end mutual fund dedicated to long-term capital growth through investment primarily in equity securities of technology and communications companies. The fund maintains a sector-specific approach, typically allocating at least 80% of its assets to both domestic and foreign companies within these industries, encompassing common stocks, preferred stocks, convertible securities, and warrants. Guided by Oak Associates LTD, the fund employs a blend of top-down and bottom-up investment strategies—first analyzing broad economic trends and promising industries, then selecting individual companies based on fundamentals such as earnings growth, valuation, and competitive positioning. Top holdings often include influential technology leaders such as Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, and NVIDIA, reflecting its emphasis on high-quality businesses with robust market positions. With a focused portfolio structure—usually containing around 26 to 28 stocks—the fund provides concentrated exposure to innovation-driven sectors that are integral to the modern digital economy. Its specialized focus makes it a significant vehicle for investors seeking targeted participation in the evolving technology and communications landscape.
Performance
STPAX had a total return of 29.72% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.07%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIKGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Semiconductors Fund - Class Z | 0.62% |
| FATIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Technology Fund - Class I | 0.72% |
| FELTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Semiconductors Fund - Class M | 1.25% |
| FTHCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Technology Fund - Class C | 1.75% |
| FBSOX | Fidelity | Fidelity Select Enterprise Technology Services Portfolio | 0.65% |
Top 10 Holdings
65.91% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 9.90% |
| KLA Corporation | KLAC | 8.40% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 7.46% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 6.50% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 6.22% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 6.10% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 5.97% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 5.49% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 5.14% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 4.73% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2025 | $3.5668 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| Dec 10, 2024 | $2.8881 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Dec 8, 2023 | $1.4999 | Dec 11, 2023 |
| Dec 9, 2022 | $3.2965 | Dec 12, 2022 |
| Dec 10, 2021 | $3.6438 | Dec 13, 2021 |
| Dec 11, 2020 | $3.6368 | Dec 11, 2020 |