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

Frequently Asked Questions About GESOX

What does GESOX invest in?

The Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio Open Shares primarily allocates its capital to equity securities, particularly common stocks. The Investment Manager seeks out companies that exhibit either robust financial productivity or demonstrate an improving trend in this area, and whose market valuation appears discounted when assessed against their earnings, cash flow, or underlying asset values. A substantial portion of the portfolio, specifically at least 80% of its total assets, is committed to these equity investments. The fund also has the flexibility to invest in non-U.S. companies, including those whose principal business activities are centered in emerging market nations.

What is the expense ratio of GESOX?

The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio (GESOX) charges an expense ratio of 1.15%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is GESOX?

The Lazard Funds, Inc. - Lazard Global Equity Select Portfolio (GESOX) 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 GESOX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was GESOX launched?

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

How has GESOX performed?

GESOX'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.