Allspring Precious Metals Fund Administrator Class

Frequently Asked Questions About EKWDX

What does EKWDX invest in?

The fund primarily allocates a minimum of 80% of its net assets to holdings associated with precious metals. It possesses the flexibility to invest any amount of its total assets in equity securities issued by foreign entities, including American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and similar investments. The portfolio's exposure to equities in emerging markets is capped at 40% of its total assets. Additionally, at the time of acquisition, up to 25% of its total assets may be directed towards debt instruments linked to precious metals, or to common and preferred stock of its subsidiary companies that pursue direct or indirect investments in precious metals and minerals. This investment vehicle is classified as non-diversified.

What is the expense ratio of EKWDX?

Allspring Precious Metals Fund Administrator Class (EKWDX) charges an expense ratio of 0.95%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is EKWDX?

Allspring Precious Metals Fund Administrator Class (EKWDX) manages $734.2M 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 EKWDX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was EKWDX launched?

Allspring Precious Metals Fund Administrator Class (EKWDX) launched in July 2010 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has EKWDX performed?

EKWDX'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.