The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio

Frequently Asked Questions About GESIX

What does GESIX invest in?

The portfolio primarily allocates capital to equity securities, with a particular focus on common stocks. The investment manager seeks out companies demonstrating robust or enhancing financial performance, which are also considered undervalued based on their earnings, cash flow generation, or underlying asset values. At least 80% of the fund's holdings will be in equity instruments. Additionally, the portfolio has the flexibility to invest in non-U.S. companies, including those whose main business operations are situated in developing markets.

What is the expense ratio of GESIX?

The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio (GESIX) charges an expense ratio of 0.86%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is GESIX?

The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio (GESIX) manages $79.9M 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 GESIX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was GESIX launched?

The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio (GESIX) launched in January 2014 and is managed by Lazard.

How has GESIX performed?

GESIX'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.