Gold Bullion Strategy Investor
Name
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD & DIV
Exp Ratio
Watchlist
Vitals
YTD Return
-5.5%
1 yr return
-7.4%
3 Yr Avg Return
8.0%
5 Yr Avg Return
4.5%
Net Assets
$153 M
Holdings in Top 10
61.8%
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
Expenses
OPERATING FEES
Expense Ratio 1.42%
SALES FEES
Front Load N/A
Deferred Load N/A
TRADING FEES
Turnover 162.00%
Redemption Fee N/A
Min Investment
Standard (Taxable)
$1,000
IRA
$1,000
Fund Classification
Fund Type
Open End Mutual Fund
Investment Style
Commodities Focused
Name
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD & DIV
Exp Ratio
Watchlist
QGLDX - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return -5.5%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return 8.0%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return 4.5%
- Capital Gain Distribution Frequency Annually
- Net Income Ratio -0.67%
- Dividend Yield 0.0%
- Dividend Distribution Frequency Quarterly
Fund Details
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Legal NameThe Gold Bullion Strategy Fund
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Fund Family NameAdvisors Preferred
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Inception DateJul 08, 2013
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Shares OutstandingN/A
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Share ClassInv
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CurrencyUSD
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Domiciled CountryUnited States
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ManagerJerry Wagner
Fund Description
The fund will invest primarily in Gold bullion-related: (1) exchange-traded funds ("ETFs"); (2) exchange-traded notes ("ETNs"); (3) exchange-traded futures contracts; (4) over-the-counter forward contracts and (5) fixed income securities, including through mutual funds and ETFs that invest primarily in fixed income securities. It invests over 25% of its assets in the Gold bullion industry. The fund will invest up to 25% of its total assets in the wholly-owned and controlled subsidiary.
QGLDX - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | QGLDX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -5.5% | -21.4% | 55.2% | 98.25% |
| 1 Yr | -7.4% | -88.7% | 188.9% | 88.29% |
| 3 Yr | 8.0%* | -47.9% | 52.4% | 91.00% |
| 5 Yr | 4.5%* | -39.9% | 82.1% | 88.44% |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -29.8% | 27.7% | N/A |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | QGLDX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | -6.2% | -58.5% | 1912.1% | 77.38% |
| 2020 | 8.4% | -87.8% | 612.3% | 29.36% |
| 2019 | 2.0% | -88.2% | 438.4% | 73.11% |
| 2018 | -5.3% | -81.2% | 323.8% | 19.02% |
| 2017 | 5.3% | -37.6% | 55.7% | 28.95% |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | QGLDX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -5.5% | -49.6% | 119.0% | 87.77% |
| 1 Yr | -7.4% | -88.7% | 188.9% | 88.29% |
| 3 Yr | 8.0%* | -47.9% | 52.4% | 90.05% |
| 5 Yr | 4.5%* | -39.9% | 82.1% | 88.44% |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -29.8% | 27.7% | N/A |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | QGLDX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | -6.2% | -58.5% | 1912.1% | 77.38% |
| 2020 | 8.4% | -87.8% | 612.3% | 29.36% |
| 2019 | 2.0% | -88.2% | 438.4% | 73.58% |
| 2018 | -5.3% | -81.2% | 323.8% | 19.02% |
| 2017 | 5.3% | -37.6% | 55.7% | 37.50% |
NAV & Total Return History
QGLDX - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| QGLDX | Category Low | Category High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 153 M | 348 K | 63.1 B | 54.51% |
| Number of Holdings | 48 | 1 | 846 | 42.58% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 107 M | 0 | 63.2 B | 74.84% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | 61.81% | 20.7% | 100.0% | 78.87% |
Top 10 Holdings
- Fidelity® Inv MM Fds Government I 22.61%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
- Gbsf Fund Ltd 17.11%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | 46.48% | -81.87% | 100.00% | 30.07% |
| Bonds | 38.27% | 0.00% | 96.71% | 24.52% |
| Other | 13.56% | -47.59% | 165.73% | 76.47% |
| Convertible Bonds | 1.68% | 0.00% | 3.89% | 3.92% |
| Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 92.26% | 75.48% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 67.97% |
Bond Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | 53.86% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 61.31% |
| Corporate | 42.72% | 0.00% | 46.35% | 3.65% |
| Securitized | 2.34% | 0.00% | 36.61% | 29.93% |
| Government | 1.08% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 77.37% |
| Derivative | 0.00% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 75.18% |
| Municipal | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.45% | 70.07% |
Bond Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 30.79% | 0.00% | 97.72% | 30.07% |
| Non US | 7.48% | -1.01% | 21.42% | 9.80% |
QGLDX - Expenses
Operational Fees
| QGLDX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 1.42% | 0.10% | 3.08% | 13.60% |
| Management Fee | 0.75% | 0.00% | 1.75% | 70.51% |
| 12b-1 Fee | 0.25% | 0.00% | 1.00% | 56.58% |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.02% | 0.45% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| QGLDX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | N/A | 2.50% | 5.75% | N/A |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 4.00% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| QGLDX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | N/A | N/A | 72.73% |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| QGLDX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | 162.00% | 0.00% | 460.74% | 97.64% |
QGLDX - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| QGLDX | Category Low | Category High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% | 0.00% | 44.69% | 95.28% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| QGLDX | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | Annually | Monthly | Annually |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| QGLDX | Category Low | Category High | QGLDX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | -0.67% | -55.71% | 52.26% | 62.59% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| QGLDX | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Dividend Payout History
| Date | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2020 | $2.343 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 30, 2020 | $0.006 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 2019 | $3.016 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2019 | $0.037 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 2019 | $0.045 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 2019 | $0.032 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 24, 2018 | $0.223 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2018 | $0.028 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 2018 | $0.013 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 26, 2017 | $1.300 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 30, 2016 | $0.446 | OrdinaryDividend |
QGLDX - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
Jerry Wagner
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Jul 08, 2013
8.9
8.9%
Jerry C. Wagner, JD is President and Chief Investment Officer of Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd. Mr. Wagner was born on May 7, 1947. He holds the degree of Juris Doctor awarded by the University of Michigan in 1973 and degrees of Masters in Labor & Industrial Relations (1970) and Bachelor of Arts (1969) from Michigan State University. Mr. Wagner has been a member of the State Bar of Michigan since 1973. He has been the principal investment adviser representative for Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd. since 1981. Mr. Wagner has a Series 65. His business experience for the last 5 years is as follows: Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd. Investment Adviser
Jason Teed
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Mar 12, 2018
4.22
4.2%
Jason Teed, CFA, MFS, Director of Research and Senior Portfolio Manager. Mr Teed was born May 21, 1984. He holds a Masters in Finance degree from the Walsh College, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan. Mr. Teed joined Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd. as an Investment Associate in February 2011. He holds the designation of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Flexible Plan Investments, Ltd. Investment Adviser Director of Research
Timothy Hanna
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Aug 30, 2019
2.75
2.8%
Timothy Hanna, has served as the Subadviser’s Senior Portfolio Manager since January 2014. Before joining the Subadviser, he was an institutional fixed-income manager at Multi-Bank Securities and previously a derivatives trader. Mr. Hanna is responsible for performing applied economic and quantitative research for the Subadviser’s strategies and mutual funds. He reviews new and existing strategies, ensuring that algorithms perform within expectations, providing modifications to achieve best execution and efficient implementation. Mr. Hanna has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Wayne State University and a master’s degree in finance from Walsh College. He holds the designations of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Fixed-Income Practitioner (CFIP).
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.33 | 17.03 | 5.77 | 11.51 |