MCDS

MCDS is actively managed to invest in US midcap companies, with similar sizes to the components of its benchmark, while aiming to have both growth and value characteristics. The adviser utilizes a fundamental data science enabled investment approach, which combines research, and risk management. The fundamental analysis combines a wide range of resources, including in-house proprietary fundamental research, company financial statements, and a variety of other data sources the adviser deems relevant to the analysis. Furthermore, the fund managers use their forecasts to identify securities priced favorably relative to their level of risk. The portfolio is then constructed to select companies that may maximize expected future financial performance while controlling for key risks. The portfolio tilts towards financials, industrials and consumer discretionary sectors. ESG factors are also considered. Derivatives, primarily futures contracts, may be used to target more equity exposure.