- What does BCSVX invest in?
- This fund primarily invests at least 80% of its net assets, including any borrowed capital, in the equity securities of international companies. These "small companies" are defined as those non-U.S. based entities with total operating revenues of $500 million or less at the time of initial purchase. The Advisor typically ensures that cash constitutes no more than 5% of the portfolio. It is the Advisor's belief that a diversified portfolio comprising 40 to 65 securities, coupled with diligent research, can collectively help reduce investment risk.
- What is the expense ratio of BCSVX?
- Brown Capital Management International Small Company Fund Investor Shares (BCSVX) charges an expense ratio of 1.31%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- How big is BCSVX?
- Brown Capital Management International Small Company Fund Investor Shares (BCSVX) manages $1.26B 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 BCSVX actively managed or an index fund?
- BCSVX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.
- When was BCSVX launched?
- Brown Capital Management International Small Company Fund Investor Shares (BCSVX) launched in September 2015 and is managed by the fund issuer.
- How has BCSVX performed?
- BCSVX's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.