About VCISX
The Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund Class C is a mutual fund focused on delivering attractive risk-adjusted long-term returns by investing in the equities of international small- and mid-cap companies. The fund targets businesses outside the United States that demonstrate durable competitive advantages, strong management teams, lower financial risk, and robust growth prospects. Its disciplined investment process emphasizes selecting high-quality companies characterized by consistent profitability, high returns on capital, and strong free cash flow, while seeking those trading at compelling valuations. With a concentrated portfolio typically holding 30 to 60 stocks, the fund adopts a high-conviction, low-turnover approach, aiming to fully realize the value potential of its chosen investments. The fund is managed by Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management, LLC, known for its focus on quality-driven equity strategies across various market capitalizations and geographies. Classified within the Foreign Small/Mid Growth category, the fund plays a significant role for investors seeking diversified exposure to promising, high-quality international companies in the small- and mid-cap space, providing opportunities for long-term capital appreciation beyond domestic markets.
Fund Family Virtus
Category Foreign Small/Mid Growth
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Above Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol VCISX
Share Class Class C
Index MSCI All Country World Ex-US Small Mid Cap NR
VCISX had a total return of 24.84% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 8.27%.
