Sydney, AUS. – GQG Partners has been awarded Fund Manager of the Year at the 2024 Zenith Fund Awards. Additionally, GQG won in two additional categories, the International Equities – Emerging Markets and Regional category, and the International Equities – Global category.

GQG won at the Zenith Awards in 2023, 2022, and 2020. The Zenith Fund Awards recognise the best in funds management across various major asset classes and disciplines, with the aim of raising the standard of funds management for the ultimate benefit of investors.  

“We are glad to be recognised for our adaptable, forward-looking investment process across various strategies, and we are thrilled to extend our streak at the Zenith Awards with another win this year,” said Laird Abernethy, Managing Director of GQG Partners, Australia and New Zealand.  

Zenith Investment Partners determines the winners of the Zenith Awards using proprietary methodologies that include factors such as organisational and investment team strength, investment philosophy, security valuation and selection, portfolio construction, risk management, and fees. Fund awards are current for 12 months from the date awarded and are subject to change at any time.   

ABOUT GQG PARTNERS 

GQG Partners, LLC is an investment boutique that manages global, US, and emerging market equities for institutions, advisers, and individuals worldwide. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with offices around the world, we are committed to delivering long-only equity strategies with the goal of compounding capital for our clients. With a focus on client alignment, adaptability, and diverse perspectives, we strive to stay attuned to our clients’ needs and continuously seek out new insights to inform our decision-making. GQG Partners manages US$161.6 billion in client assets as at 30 September 2024.

MEDIA CONTACT

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Zenith Investment Partners Pty Ltd ABN 27 103 132 672 AFSL 226872 Fund Awards issued 18 October 2024 are solely statements of opinion and not a recommendation in relation to making any investment decisions. Fund Awards are current for 12 months and subject to change at any time. Fund Awards for previous years are for historical purposes only. Full details on Zenith Fund Awards at https://www.zenithpartners.com.au/zenith-fund-awards-2024/

GQG provides this information for informational purposes only. GQG has gathered the information in good faith from sources it believes to be reliable, including its own resources and third parties. However, GQG does not represent or warrant that any information, including, without limitation, any past performance results and any third-party information provided, is accurate, reliable or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. GQG has not independently verified any information used or presented that is derived from third parties, which is subject to change. Information on holdings, allocations, and other characteristics is for illustrative purposes only and may not be representative of current or future investments or allocations. 

The information contained in this document is unaudited. It is published for the assistance of recipients, but is not to be relied upon as authoritative and is not to be substituted for the exercise of one’s own judgment. GQG is not required to update the information contained in these materials, unless otherwise required by applicable law. 

Equity Trustees Limited ABN 46 004 031 298 AFSL 240975, is the Responsible Entity for the GQG Partners Emerging Markets Equity Fund. This information does not take into account the investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Returns are not guaranteed. You should read the PDS & TMD available on the EQT website. 

Equity Trustees Limited (“Equity Trustees”) (AFSL No. 240975, ABN 46 004 031 298) is the Responsible Entity and issuer of units for the Funds. Equity Trustees is a subsidiary of EQT Holdings Limited (ABN 22 607 797 615), a publicly listed company on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX:EQT). This information has been prepared to provide you with general information only. It is not intended to take the place of professional advice and you should not take action on specific issues in reliance on this information. EQT does not express any view about the accuracy or completeness of information that is not prepared by it and no liability is accepted for any errors it may contain. In preparing this information, EQT did not take into account the investment objectives, financial situation, or particular needs of any particular person. You should obtain a copy of the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Reference Guide before making a decision about whether to invest in or hold interests in a Fund. You can request a copy of the relevant PDS and accompanying Reference Guide free of charge by contacting GQG AU by using their contact details below. 

GQG is providing this material for informational purposes only. It should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to sell or buy any securities or for the acquisition or the subscription of units in any fund or for the establishment of any separately managed account. Any reference to or description of a security is for illustrative purposes only unless explicitly stated otherwise. It should not be assumed that any recommendations made by GQG in the future will be profitable or will equal the performance of any securities discussed herein. Before making any investment decision, you should seek expert, professional advice and obtain information regarding the requirements for any investment under the laws applicable to you. 

The target market determination for the Funds can be accessed on the EQT website. Any account or fund advised by GQG involves significant risks and is suitable only for those persons who can bear the economic risk of the complete loss of their investment. There is no assurance that any account or fund will achieve its investment objectives. Accounts and funds are subject to price volatility and the value of a portfolio will change as the prices of investments go up or down. Before investing in a strategy, you should consider the risks of the strategy as well as whether the strategy is suitable based upon your investment objectives and risk tolerance. There may be additional risks associated with international and emerging markets investing involving foreign, economic, political, monetary, and/or legal factors. International investing is not for everyone. You can lose money by investing in securities. The Fund is a newly organised entity and does not have an operating history upon which prospective investors can evaluate its potential performance. The past performance of GQG’s personnel, the Fund or other funds or accounts managed by the Adviser are not necessarily indicative of the future results of the Fund or of an investment in the Fund. There can be no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective. 

Except as noted below, GQG AU’s employees, its related bodies corporate, directors and associates are not paid any commissions or additional remuneration for any general advice or other authorised financial service delivered to you. GQG AU employees are paid a salary and may receive bonuses (based on individual and company performance achievement objectives) and other benefits from time to time. These bonuses and benefits are at no additional cost to you. 

GQG receives fees from Equity Trustees for acting as investment manager of the Funds. These fees are calculated as a percentage of the net asset value of the class of units invested in. The fees include amounts payable for administering the class and investing the assets of the class. 

GQG AU receives remuneration from GQG in relation to its distribution and promotion activities. That remuneration is a percentage based margin calculated by reference to GQG AU’s costs.  

You may request further details about the benefits that GQG, its related bodies corporate, directors and associates receive before GQG or GQG AU provides a service to you. To the extent relevant, this further information will include a statement of the range or amounts or rates of benefits received. 

Information presented is as at 30 September, 2024 and denominated in US dollars (US$), unless otherwise stated. 

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