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1 / 5 Stars
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Lipper
1
1
1
1
5
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Zacks Investment Research
3
(Hold)
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Standard & Poor's
3 / 5 Stars
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TheStreet.com
E-
(Sell)
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#43 in Technology
U.S. News evaluated 52 Technology Funds. Our list highlights the top-rated funds for long-term investors based on the ratings of leading fund industry researchers.
Performance
The fund has returned 1.64 percent over the past year, -17.44 percent over the past three years, and -15.40 percent over the past five years.
| Trailing Returns | Updated 04.30.2013 |
|---|---|
| Year to date | 30.2% |
| 1 Year | 1.6% |
| 3 Years (Annualized) | -17.4% |
| 5 Years (Annualized) | -15.4% |
| 10 Years (Annualized) | N/A |
Summary
The investment seeks long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of assets in alternative energy and alternative energy technology companies, both U.S. and international. It may purchase stocks of any capitalization, including, but not limited to, large-cap, mid-cap or small-cap stocks. The fund's international stock investments may include stocks of companies based in or doing substantial business in both developed markets and emerging markets. It may also engage in short sales. The fund may invest a substantial portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents. It is non-diversified.
Fees
Fees are Low compared to funds in the same category.
Firsthand Alternative Energy Fund has an expense ratio of 1.98 percent.
Risk
Risk is High compared to funds in the same category according to Morningstar.
