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The Forager International Shares Fund is available on a number of platforms
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Fund Overview
1.1%* Management & expense recovery fee (p.a)
10%*Performance fee (on returns over 8% p.a)
*Please refer to the Product Disclosure Statement for a detailed break down of fees and costs.
1The Responsible entity reserves the discretion to amend the trust’s distribution policy.
Application process for new investors
To buy units, you can simply purchase these through a broker the same way you would purchase any direct shares. The ticker for this fund is “FOR”.
Fund Overview
1.23%* Management & expense recovery fee (p.a)
12.53%*Performance fee (on returns over p.a)
Inception date 8 February 2013
*As at 30 September 2022. Please refer to the Product Disclosure Statement for a detailed break down of fees and costs.
Application process for new investors
You can apply online, or by downloading the form and sending to Fundhost, the administrator of this fund. The Fund processes applications and redemptions on a weekly basis.
The minimum investment is a $20,000 lump sum or $200 per month. You do not need a lump sum to start a monthly investment plan.
The Forager International Shares Fund is available on a number of platforms
LEARN MOREChief Investment Officer
Steve Johnson is Forager’s Chief Investment Officer and one of the founders of Forager Funds. He has a Bachelor of Commerce (Econometrics and Finance) from the University of New South Wales. He enjoys marathon running in his spare time and lives with his wife in Sydney, Australia. Steve regularly appears on Ausbiz, the ABC, CNBC and within Australian newspapers such as Australian Financial Review, The Australian and Livewire. You can also interact with Steve on Twitter @ForagerSteve.
Chief Investment Officer
Steve Johnson is Forager’s Chief Investment Officer and one of the founders of Forager Funds. He has a Bachelor of Commerce (Econometrics and Finance) from the University of New South Wales. He enjoys marathon running in his spare time and lives with his wife in Sydney, Australia. Steve regularly appears on Ausbiz, the ABC, CNBC and within Australian newspapers such as Australian Financial Review, The Australian and Livewire. You can also interact with Steve on Twitter @ForagerSteve.
Senior Analyst
Alex Shevelev joined Forager in July 2017 and is the Senior Analyst of the Forager Australian Shares Fund, responsible for research and portfolio management. He is of the classic Forager mould, he loves the under-rated, the undiscovered and an outright bargain.
Before Forager Alex was employed by Glennon Capital, Eight Investment Partners Group and Cadence. In between he gained valuable experience starting his own funds management venture.
He has a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Econometrics) from the University of Sydney and is both a CFA Charterholder and CAIA Charterholder
Senior Analyst
Alex Shevelev joined Forager in July 2017 and is the Senior Analyst of the Forager Australian Shares Fund, responsible for research and portfolio management. He is of the classic Forager mould, he loves the under-rated, the undiscovered and an outright bargain.
Before Forager Alex was employed by Glennon Capital, Eight Investment Partners Group and Cadence. In between he gained valuable experience starting his own funds management venture.
He has a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Econometrics) from the University of Sydney and is both a CFA Charterholder and CAIA Charterholder
Senior Analyst
Gaston Amoros joined Forager in November 2020 and works on researching stocks for the fund. Prior to this, Gaston worked as senior investment analyst covering various sectors at Watermark Funds in Sydney, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority in the UAE, and with Benros Capital in London. Before moving to public equity markets, Gaston started his career in the investment banking division of Morgan Stanley (Buenos Aires and London) and the private equity division of TPG Capital (London). He holds a Masters in Finance from UCEMA and BA in Economics from UCA in Buenos Aires.
Senior Analyst
Gaston Amoros joined Forager in November 2020 and works on researching stocks for the fund. Prior to this, Gaston worked as senior investment analyst covering various sectors at Watermark Funds in Sydney, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority in the UAE, and with Benros Capital in London. Before moving to public equity markets, Gaston started his career in the investment banking division of Morgan Stanley (Buenos Aires and London) and the private equity division of TPG Capital (London). He holds a Masters in Finance from UCEMA and BA in Economics from UCA in Buenos Aires.
Co-Portfolio Manager
Gareth Brown joined Intelligent Investor (the original parent company of Forager) in 2002 and spent the next 10 years as a senior member of the analyst team working closely with Steve Johnson. Gareth began research for Forager when the Forager International Shares Fund was launched in early 2013.
Prior to this, Gareth spent seven years at Commonwealth Bank, initially in risk management and then on the trading floor. Whilst working at CBA, he completed a Bachelor of Business degree, majoring in Finance, at University of Technology, Sydney.
Gareth’s healthy scepticism and willingness to ask the questions no one wants to ask make for lively team discussions. He is an avid traveller and is unmatched in his knowledge of geography (in our office at least), something put to good use as he scours the world looking for opportunities, particularly in Europe. Gareth lives with his wife, son and daughters in Sydney, Australia.
Co-Portfolio Manager
Gareth Brown joined Intelligent Investor (the original parent company of Forager) in 2002 and spent the next 10 years as a senior member of the analyst team working closely with Steve Johnson. Gareth began research for Forager when the Forager International Shares Fund was launched in early 2013.
Prior to this, Gareth spent seven years at Commonwealth Bank, initially in risk management and then on the trading floor. Whilst working at CBA, he completed a Bachelor of Business degree, majoring in Finance, at University of Technology, Sydney.
Gareth’s healthy scepticism and willingness to ask the questions no one wants to ask make for lively team discussions. He is an avid traveller and is unmatched in his knowledge of geography (in our office at least), something put to good use as he scours the world looking for opportunities, particularly in Europe. Gareth lives with his wife, son and daughters in Sydney, Australia.
Co-Portfolio Manager
Harvey Migotti joined Forager in May 2019 and works on researching US stocks for the Forager International Shares Fund.
Prior to this, Harvey worked as an investment analyst and portfolio manager covering various sectors across Europe and the United States at Watermark Funds Management in Sydney and Balyasny Asset Management in London. He has also held equity analyst roles with Amiya Capital and Apax Partners and started his career at Morgan Stanley’s investment banking division in London. Harvey holds a Masters in Finance from Cambridge University Judge Business School.
Co-Portfolio Manager
Harvey Migotti joined Forager in May 2019 and works on researching US stocks for the Forager International Shares Fund.
Prior to this, Harvey worked as an investment analyst and portfolio manager covering various sectors across Europe and the United States at Watermark Funds Management in Sydney and Balyasny Asset Management in London. He has also held equity analyst roles with Amiya Capital and Apax Partners and started his career at Morgan Stanley’s investment banking division in London. Harvey holds a Masters in Finance from Cambridge University Judge Business School.
Senior Analyst
Chloe Stokes joined Forager in November 2017 and works as a senior analyst for the Forager International Shares Fund.
She was previously employed by both KPMG and Deloitte in corporate finance roles, working on M&A advisory and restructuring engagements. Chloe completed a Bachelor of Business (Finance and Accounting) at the University of Technology in Sydney, graduating with first class honours. She is a CFA Charterholder and has also passed the exams required to become a Chartered Accountant.
Senior Analyst
Chloe Stokes joined Forager in November 2017 and works as a senior analyst for the Forager International Shares Fund.
She was previously employed by both KPMG and Deloitte in corporate finance roles, working on M&A advisory and restructuring engagements. Chloe completed a Bachelor of Business (Finance and Accounting) at the University of Technology in Sydney, graduating with first class honours. She is a CFA Charterholder and has also passed the exams required to become a Chartered Accountant.
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