International Mid-Cap Growth Equity

International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest the majority of their... International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest the majority of their assets in mid-sized companies listed on non-U.S. developed markets. These typically include nations in Europe (Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland, the U.K., and Italy, as well as the Scandinavian countries), Australia, Canada, and Japan. Companies considered to be mid-cap stocks typically have market capitalizations typically between $1 billion and $8 billion. Some international mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest solely in mid-sized companies, although some portfolios invest in stocks of all sizes, thus leading to a mid-cap profile for the overall fund. Growth companies are typically projected to grow at a faster rate than stock market average and they tend to trade at higher valuations (price-earnings ratios, for example), than so-called value stocks. This is because they are typically valued more for their potential years from now, rather than their current revenue or earnings. On one hand, international mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs can be good investments if their holdings manage to meet or exceed forecasted revenue and earnings growth. On the other hand, funds and ETFs with holdings that fail to meet estimated future revenue or earnings targets may significantly decline in value. International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs typically have significant exposure to the industrials, technology, and consumer sectors. Some may also own financial services and materials companies. International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs are purchased by investors primarily for their capital gains potential. While some do offer dividend payouts, these yields tend to be low. They are usually appropriate for more moderately aggressive investors willing to take on slightly more risk in search of higher returns. Last Updated: 12/24/2024 View more View less

International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest the majority of their assets in mid-sized companies listed on non-U.S. developed markets. These typically include nations in Europe (Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland, the U.K.,... International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest the majority of their assets in mid-sized companies listed on non-U.S. developed markets. These typically include nations in Europe (Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland, the U.K., and Italy, as well as the Scandinavian countries), Australia, Canada, and Japan. Companies considered to be mid-cap stocks typically have market capitalizations typically between $1 billion and $8 billion. Some international mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs invest solely in mid-sized companies, although some portfolios invest in stocks of all sizes, thus leading to a mid-cap profile for the overall fund. Growth companies are typically projected to grow at a faster rate than stock market average and they tend to trade at higher valuations (price-earnings ratios, for example), than so-called value stocks. This is because they are typically valued more for their potential years from now, rather than their current revenue or earnings. On one hand, international mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs can be good investments if their holdings manage to meet or exceed forecasted revenue and earnings growth. On the other hand, funds and ETFs with holdings that fail to meet estimated future revenue or earnings targets may significantly decline in value. International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs typically have significant exposure to the industrials, technology, and consumer sectors. Some may also own financial services and materials companies. International mid-cap growth mutual funds and ETFs are purchased by investors primarily for their capital gains potential. While some do offer dividend payouts, these yields tend to be low. They are usually appropriate for more moderately aggressive investors willing to take on slightly more risk in search of higher returns. Last Updated: 12/24/2024 View more View less