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RBC Global Precious Metals Fund Series A
Precious Metals Equity
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2020
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NAVPS (05-13-2026) |
$167.98 |
|---|---|
| Change |
-$1.09
(-0.65%)
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As at April 30, 2026
As at March 31, 2026
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Fund Returns
Inception Return (November 30, 1988): 11.99%
| Row Heading | Return | Annualized Return | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mth | 3 Mth | 6 Mth | YTD | 1 Yr | 2 Yr | 3 Yr | 4 Yr | 5 Yr | 6 Yr | 7 Yr | 8 Yr | 9 Yr | 10 Yr | |
| Fund | -5.28% | -4.12% | 23.93% | 3.82% | 75.82% | 67.89% | 41.57% | 26.91% | 21.82% | 19.56% | 25.73% | 22.08% | 17.64% | 16.39% |
| Benchmark | -5.94% | -4.97% | 23.97% | 4.35% | 83.82% | 66.95% | 39.92% | 28.26% | 24.49% | 18.73% | 26.18% | 22.25% | 18.26% | 15.56% |
| Category Average | -3.60% | -6.11% | 26.61% | 2.63% | 95.35% | 74.14% | 45.21% | 30.70% | 25.49% | 24.57% | 28.16% | 23.52% | 19.54% | 17.05% |
| Category Rank | 42 / 80 | 18 / 79 | 53 / 79 | 16 / 79 | 61 / 78 | 60 / 76 | 55 / 75 | 64 / 70 | 62 / 69 | 56 / 68 | 53 / 68 | 35 / 57 | 43 / 57 | 31 / 55 |
| Quartile Ranking | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
Monthly Return
| Return % | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 3.51% | 2.32% | 0.05% | 18.82% | 18.18% | -4.66% | 15.78% | 3.10% | 8.28% | 23.97% | -18.35% | -5.28% |
| Benchmark | 0.90% | 4.12% | 2.83% | 20.44% | 21.25% | -6.01% | 16.31% | 2.14% | 9.81% | 23.39% | -18.12% | -5.94% |
Best Monthly Return Since Inception
40.18% (April 2020)
Worst Monthly Return Since Inception
-29.82% (October 2008)
Calendar Return (%)
| Return % | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 60.74% | 6.76% | -7.08% | 44.28% | 41.56% | -13.76% | -10.68% | -1.38% | 28.08% | 136.55% |
| Benchmark | 55.11% | 0.96% | -3.46% | 42.02% | 25.38% | -7.16% | -2.48% | 1.85% | 19.16% | 145.66% |
| Category Average | 59.78% | 3.16% | -9.27% | 36.39% | 42.53% | -7.32% | -10.92% | 3.45% | 26.30% | 160.74% |
| Quartile Ranking | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Category Rank | 23/ 55 | 13/ 56 | 24/ 57 | 20/ 60 | 49/ 68 | 64/ 69 | 44/ 70 | 67/ 70 | 34/ 75 | 67/ 78 |
Best Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
136.55% (2025)
Worst Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
-13.76% (2021)
Asset Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Canadian Equity | 78.63 |
| International Equity | 14.03 |
| US Equity | 6.99 |
| Cash and Equivalents | 0.35 |
| Derivatives | 0.00 |
Sector Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 98.72 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalent | 0.35 |
| Other | 0.93 |
Geographic Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| North America | 85.97 |
| Europe | 6.97 |
| Asia | 3.78 |
| Africa and Middle East | 3.28 |
Top Holdings
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd | 14.09 |
| Kinross Gold Corp | 9.48 |
| Wheaton Precious Metals Corp | 8.61 |
| Barrick Mining Corp | 7.02 |
| Alamos Gold Inc Cl A | 4.96 |
| Newmont Corp | 4.83 |
| K92 Mining Inc | 4.53 |
| Endeavour Mining PLC | 3.69 |
| G Mining Ventures Corp | 3.69 |
| Franco-Nevada Corp | 3.46 |
Equity Style
Fixed Income Style
Risk vs Return (3 Yr)
RBC Global Precious Metals Fund Series A
Median
Other - Precious Metals Equity
3 Yr Annualized
| Standard Deviation | 32.72% | 31.44% | 31.48% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.94 | 0.91 | 0.93 |
| Alpha | 0.03 | -0.01 | 0.02 |
| Rsquared | 0.97% | 0.96% | 0.92% |
| Sharpe | 1.12 | 0.69 | 0.57 |
| Sortino | 2.35 | 1.23 | 0.98 |
| Treynor | 0.39 | 0.24 | 0.20 |
| Tax Efficiency | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
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Risk Rating
Annualized Key Ratio Period Comparison
| Key Ratio | 1 Yr | 3 Yr | 5 Yr | 10 Yr |
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| Standard Deviation | 42.18% | 32.72% | 31.44% | 31.48% |
| Beta | 0.95 | 0.94 | 0.91 | 0.93 |
| Alpha | -0.02 | 0.03 | -0.01 | 0.02 |
| Rsquared | 0.98% | 0.97% | 0.96% | 0.92% |
| Sharpe | 1.50 | 1.12 | 0.69 | 0.57 |
| Sortino | 3.13 | 2.35 | 1.23 | 0.98 |
| Treynor | 0.67 | 0.39 | 0.24 | 0.20 |
| Tax Efficiency | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Fundata ESG Metrics
Fundata ESG Score
The E, S, and G scores are averaged for each security in the portfolio, to arrive at an ESG score for each security. We take the portfolio weighted average of the ESG scores for each fund and rank them against their peers to arrive at the Fundata ESG Score from 0-100.
Fundata E Score
Three scores under the Environment bucket are averaged to yield the Fundata Environment Score for each fund from 0-100: (1) Pollution Prevention, (2) Environmental Transparency, (3) Resource Efficiency.
Fundata S Score
Six scores under the Social bucket are averaged to yield the Fundata Social Score for each fund from 0-100. (1) Compensation and Satisfaction, (2) Diversity and Rights, (3) Education and Work Conditions, (4) Community and Charity, (5) Human Rights, (6) Sustainability Integration.
Fundata G Score
Three scores under the governance bucket are averaged to yield the Fundata Governance Score for each fund from 0-100: (1) Board Effectiveness, (2) Management Ethics, (3) Disclosure and Accountability.
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Fund Details
| Start Date | November 30, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Mutual Fund |
| Share Class | Commission Based Advice |
| Legal Status | Trust |
| Sales Status | Open |
| Currency | CAD |
| Distribution Frequency | Annual |
| Assets ($mil) | $1,574 |
Fund Codes
| FundServ Code | Load Code | Sales Status |
|---|---|---|
| RBF468 |
Investment Objectives
The objective of the fund is to provide long-term capital growth. The fund invests primarily in equity securities of companies throughout the world involved directly or indirectly in the exploration, mining and production of precious metals (gold, silver and platinum) and in bullion, coins, receipts and certificates. The fund may invest up to 20 per cent of its assets in silver and platinum.
Investment Strategy
The fund’s investment process is primarily based on fundamental research, although the portfolio manager will also consider quantitative and technical factors. Stock selection decisions are ultimately based on an understanding of the company, its business and its outlook.
Portfolio Management
| Portfolio Manager |
RBC Global Asset Management Inc.
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|---|---|
| Sub-Advisor |
- |
Management and Organization
| Fund Manager |
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. |
|---|---|
| Custodian |
RBC Investor Services Trust (Canada) |
| Registrar |
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. Royal Bank of Canada RBC Investor Services Trust (Canada) |
| Distributor |
Royal Mutual Funds Inc. |
Investment Minimums
| RSP Eligible | Yes |
|---|---|
| PAC Allowed | Yes |
| PAC Initial Investment | 25 |
| PAC Subsequent | 25 |
| SWP Allowed | Yes |
| SWP Min Balance | 10,000 |
| SWP Min Withdrawal | 100 |
Fees
| MER | 2.09% |
|---|---|
| Management Fee | 1.75% |
| Load | No Load |
| FE Max | - |
| DSC Max | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (FE) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (DSC) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (NL) | 1.00% |
| Trailer Fee Max (LL) | - |
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