Frank Holmes serves as the CEO and chief investment officer of U.S. Global Investors, Inc., a specialized investment advisory firm located in San Antonio. This firm manages a variety of domestic and offshore funds, focusing primarily on the natural resources and emerging markets sectors. Among its no-load mutual funds are the Global Resources Fund (ticker PSPFX), the World Precious Minerals Fund (UNWPX), and the Gold Shares Fund (USERX).
Please consider the fund’s investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully. To obtain a fund prospectus containing this and other vital information, visit www.usfunds.com or call 1-800-US-FUNDS (1-800-873-8637). Make sure to read it thoroughly before making any investment decisions. Distributed by U.S. Global Brokerage, Inc.
All opinions expressed and data provided may change without notice. Some of these opinions may not be suitable for every investor. Investing in foreign and emerging markets comes with specific risks, including currency fluctuations, less public disclosure, as well as economic and political uncertainties.
The S&P/TSX Global Gold Index serves as an international benchmark that tracks prominent gold companies worldwide, aiming to offer a representative index for those publicly traded international gold firms. The FTSE Gold Mines Index Series includes all gold mining companies that sustainably produce at least 300,000 ounces of gold annually and derive 75% or more of their revenue from gold mining.
As of 6/30/07, holdings as a percentage of net assets were as follows: Jiangxi Copper (China Region Opportunity Fund 1.74%); Silvercorp Metals Inc. (World Precious Minerals Fund 2.78%, Global Resources Fund 0.89%, China Region Opportunity Fund 2.42%); Gold Fields Ltd. (Gold Shares Fund 6.05%, World Precious Minerals Fund 2.58%, Global Resources Fund 0.39%); Sino Gold Mining Ltd. (Gold Shares Fund 1.03%, World Precious Minerals Fund 0.58%, China Region Opportunity Fund 0.27%); Anglogold Ashanti (0.0%); Dynasty Gold (0.0%).
In conclusion, U.S. Global Investors, led by Frank Holmes, specializes in investment strategies focused on natural resources and emerging markets. The firm provides investors with unique opportunities through its carefully managed mutual funds, while emphasizing the importance of understanding the associated risks and investment objectives.
