Bell Global Equities Fund (Platform)
The Bell Global Equities Fund (Platform) is an actively managed diversified portfolio of 90-110 high quality global stocks. The Fund employs a long only investment strategy with an unconstrained, fundamental, bottom-up approach to stock picking. We select companies with strong franchises, excellent management and balance sheets, and superior and consistent profitability. ESG considerations are integrated throughout the investment process.
Fund Overview
Ned Bell, Joel Connell, Andrew Gowen
7 May 2015
BPF0016AU
To outperform the MSCI World ex-Australia Index over rolling three-year periods after fees and expenses (but before taxes) while maintaining an ESG Quality Score of the Fund’s portfolio above the ESG Quality Score which applies to the Benchmark and the carbon intensity (tonnes CO2 equivalents/$ million revenue) of the Fund’s portfolio remaining at least 25% lower than the carbon intensity of the Benchmark. An ESG Quality Score is based on ESG Ratings published by MSCI ESG Research LLC. ESG Ratings provide a measure of the ability of companies to manage key short, medium and long-term risks and opportunities arising from ESG factors relative to their peers. CO2 Equivalents are Scope 1 + Scope 2 emissions measured by MSCI ESG Research LLC using data aggregated from portfolio companies’ public documents.
The Fund invests in a high-quality portfolio of companies listed on global stock exchanges
At least 5 years
Initial investment: $50,000. No minimum additional investment requirement
Unhedged; AUD
0.85% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund. No performance fees, no entry or exit fees
The Trust Company (RE Services) Limited (ABN 45 003 278 831, AFSL 235150)
Bell Asset Management Limited (ABN 84 092 278 647, AFSL 231091)
Apex Fund Services Pty Limited (ABN 81 118 902 891)
Performance
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Monthly Report.
^ To give a longer term view of our performance in the asset class, we have shown longer term returns for a representative global equities strategy managed by Bell Asset Management with an inception date of 1 Jan 2003. We have adjusted the returns to reflect fees representative of the Bell Global Equities Fund – Platform Class units.
Benchmark: MSCI World Ex-Australia net dividends reinvested in AUD.
Inception date of the Platform Class is 7 May 2015. Returns are based on the Platform redemption price and are net of fees.
Unless otherwise indicated, the performance returns take into account all fees and expenses charged to each of the funds, but don’t include any allowance for tax. Net returns are also calculated assuming all distributions are reinvested. All returns represent past performance only. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Unit Price
Unit prices will be updated regularly but they may differ from the prices you receive should you apply for or redeem units from the Fund. The actual transaction price will be communicated to investors via a transaction statement shortly after the transaction has been processed. The unit prices displayed may include income and any realised gains accrued but not yet distributed.
For unit price history, please contact the Fund Administrator on 1300 133 451 or registry@apexgroup.com.
Ratings & Certifications
Frequently Asked Questions
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To outperform its benchmark over rolling 3-year periods while maintaining an ESG Quality Score of the Fund’s portfolio above the ESG Quality Score which applies to the Benchmark and the carbon intensity (tonnes CO2 equivalents/$ million revenue) of the Fund’s portfolio remaining at least 25% lower than the carbon intensity of the Benchmark. An ESG Quality Score is based on ESG Ratings published by MSCI ESG Research LLC. ESG Ratings provide a measure of the ability of companies to manage key short, medium and long-term risks and opportunities arising from ESG factors relative to their peers. CO2 Equivalents are Scope 1 + Scope 2 emissions measured by MSCI ESG Research LLC using data aggregated from portfolio companies’ public documents.
The Fund invests in a global portfolio of listed shares.
Fund is denominated in Australian Dollars and is unhedged.
Distributions are normally made annually for the period ending 30 June.
Unless otherwise determined by us, the minimum initial investment is $50,000.
The management fee is 0.76% per annum of the Net Asset Value of the Fund, inclusive of GST (net of estimated input tax credits or reduced input tax credits).
The Recoverable Expense is an additional expense. The estimated cost relates to custody arrangements, preparation of accounts and unit registry of 0.09% per annum of the net asset value of the Fund, inclusive of GST (net of estimated input tax credits or reduced input tax credits).
0.10% buy spread/0.10% sell spread.
The Buy/Sell Spread is an estimate of the transaction costs that are incurred in buying and selling the underlying assets of the Fund as a result of applications and withdrawals. The Buy Spread is added to the NAV price and is paid into the Fund as part of an application and the Sell Spread is deducted from the NAV price and is left in the Fund as part of a redemption.
Applications and withdrawals can be made on a daily basis with notice to be received by the fund’s administrator by 2pm EST.
Unit prices are usually calculated each Business Day and are published on website.
Investors can invest in the Fund via several different options.
Platforms: Investors can complete their application to the Fund through their Platform Provider. See ‘Key Features – Platform availability’ above for a list of platforms we are currently on.
ASX mFunds: Investors who have access to a stock broking account that has registered to access ASX mFunds may purchase units in the Fund via their Broker. For a list of Brokers registered with ASX mFunds, please click here.
Direct: Please ensure you have downloaded, read and understood the PDS and AIB. You can then complete and submit the application here.
The fund is rated by an independent research house, for details contact us.
- Individuals (including joint accounts)
- Australian Companies
- Trusts
- Self Managed Super Funds
We have a range of forms available on our website under the more information “forms” section above or, you can contact our client service team directly:
Telephone: 1300 133 451
Email: registry@apexgroup.com
Statements are provided to investors on an annual basis. Your statement will show the number of units the investor has and the current value of the investment.
Up-to-date unit balances are also available in several different ways depending on how you invested in the Fund.
Via a platform: You will be able to see your unit balance on your account summary page in your Platform account.
Via ASX mFunds: You will be able to access your unit balance on your account holdings page through your broker.
Units held directly: To access the online portal – click here. The portal gives you access to your unit balance and dollar value as well as copies of statements and other correspondence. If you require assistance to register for the investor portal, please call the client service team on 1300 133 451 or registry@apexgroup.com.
This publication has been prepared and issued by Bell Asset Management Limited (BAM) ABN 84 092 278 647, AFSL 231091 as the investment manager of the Bell Global Equities Fund ARSN 096 128 300. The Trust Company (RE Services) Limited ABN 45 003 278 831 AFSL 235 150 (Perpetual) is the responsible entity and the issuer of units in the Fund. It is general information only and is not intended to provide you with financial advice and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the product disclosure statement (PDS), prior to making any investment decisions. The PDS and target market determination (TMD) can be obtained for free by contacting 1300 133 451 or registry@apexgroup.com or by visiting www.bellasset.com.au . If you require financial advice that takes into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs, you should consult your licensed or authorised financial adviser. This information is only as current as the date indicated, and may be superseded by subsequent market events or for other reasons. To the extent permitted by law, no liability is accepted for any loss or damage as a result of any reliance on this information. All investments contain risk and may lose value.
Neither BAM nor any company in the Perpetual Group (Perpetual Limited ABN 86 000 431 827 and its subsidiaries) guarantees the performance of any fund or the return of an investor’s capital. Neither BAM nor Perpetual give any representation or warranty as to the reliability or accuracy of the information contained here.
