Sterling Capital Equity Income Fund Class A

Frequently Asked Questions About BAEIX

What does BAEIX invest in?

The Sterling Capital Equity Income Fund Class A aims to achieve both capital appreciation and consistent income. Its investment strategy typically involves committing a substantial portion – at least 80% of its combined net assets and borrowed funds – to equity securities. Under usual market circumstances, the fund primarily targets income-generating stocks. It places a particular emphasis on common stocks issued by companies that have demonstrated a consistent record of boosting their dividend payouts over time. Furthermore, the portfolio has the flexibility to include U.S.-listed ordinary shares of international companies, which encompasses American Depositary Receipts.

What is the expense ratio of BAEIX?

Sterling Capital Equity Income Fund Class A (BAEIX) charges an expense ratio of 1.07%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is BAEIX's dividend yield?

BAEIX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 25.14%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is BAEIX?

Sterling Capital Equity Income Fund Class A (BAEIX) manages $578.9M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is BAEIX actively managed or an index fund?

BAEIX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was BAEIX launched?

Sterling Capital Equity Income Fund Class A (BAEIX) launched in July 2004 and is managed by the fund issuer.