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RBC Global Resources Fund Series A
Natural Resources Equity
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2015
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NAVPS (05-13-2026) |
$73.37 |
|---|---|
| Change |
$0.19
(0.27%)
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As at April 30, 2026
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Fund Returns
Inception Return (December 31, 2000): 8.96%
| 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 | -1.12% | 10.33% | 24.03% | 20.88% | 43.07% | 16.03% | 14.21% | 12.28% | 14.30% | 18.53% | 11.78% | 9.70% | 9.64% | 9.98% |
| Benchmark | -1.66% | 8.01% | 29.63% | 18.49% | 66.29% | 37.93% | 26.06% | 18.25% | 21.63% | 20.68% | 16.47% | 14.01% | 11.67% | 11.08% |
| Category Average | 0.91% | 7.24% | 30.26% | 18.57% | 70.97% | 29.98% | 22.38% | 16.31% | 19.89% | 24.84% | 16.88% | 12.66% | 11.57% | 11.02% |
| Category Rank | 98 / 114 | 45 / 114 | 87 / 113 | 17 / 114 | 103 / 112 | 101 / 108 | 99 / 107 | 90 / 106 | 92 / 102 | 91 / 100 | 93 / 100 | 87 / 98 | 77 / 90 | 70 / 87 |
| Quartile Ranking | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Monthly Return
| Return % | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 2.84% | 2.62% | 1.65% | 5.00% | 2.82% | -0.41% | 2.39% | 0.21% | 9.56% | 9.59% | 1.82% | -1.12% |
| Benchmark | 3.24% | 3.09% | 1.31% | 9.67% | 11.75% | -2.92% | 9.29% | 0.11% | 9.70% | 15.01% | -4.50% | -1.66% |
Best Monthly Return Since Inception
15.71% (November 2020)
Worst Monthly Return Since Inception
-20.93% (October 2008)
Calendar Return (%)
| Return % | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 27.81% | 3.97% | -11.93% | 10.89% | -0.38% | 23.79% | 19.39% | 1.25% | 5.66% | 15.42% |
| Benchmark | 36.74% | -1.69% | -15.86% | 20.06% | -7.01% | 21.57% | 12.86% | -0.78% | 19.24% | 51.44% |
| Category Average | 40.92% | -2.18% | -21.77% | 9.95% | 5.03% | 32.84% | 13.19% | 2.62% | 7.76% | 44.14% |
| Quartile Ranking | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Category Rank | 70/ 83 | 19/ 88 | 19/ 98 | 53/ 100 | 87/ 100 | 76/ 101 | 36/ 103 | 59/ 107 | 83/ 108 | 103/ 110 |
Best Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
27.81% (2016)
Worst Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
-11.93% (2018)
Asset Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| US Equity | 46.95 |
| International Equity | 29.94 |
| Canadian Equity | 20.10 |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.83 |
| Foreign Corporate Bonds | 0.17 |
| Other | 0.01 |
Sector Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Energy | 54.56 |
| Basic Materials | 37.70 |
| Industrial Goods | 3.83 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalent | 2.83 |
| Consumer Goods | 0.92 |
| Other | 0.16 |
Geographic Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| North America | 69.88 |
| Europe | 25.72 |
| Asia | 4.15 |
| Africa and Middle East | 0.10 |
| Other | 0.15 |
Top Holdings
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Exxon Mobil Corp | 10.36 |
| Chevron Corp | 5.87 |
| Shell PLC | 4.34 |
| Linde PLC | 3.90 |
| ConocoPhillips | 3.49 |
| TotalEnergies SE | 3.13 |
| Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd | 3.12 |
| Rio Tinto PLC | 2.29 |
| BHP Group Ltd | 2.22 |
| Canadian Natural Resources Ltd | 2.11 |
Equity Style
Fixed Income Style
Risk vs Return (3 Yr)
RBC Global Resources Fund Series A
Median
Other - Natural Resources Equity
3 Yr Annualized
| Standard Deviation | 14.27% | 15.62% | 16.12% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.62 | 0.69 | 0.69 |
| Alpha | -0.01 | 0.00 | 0.02 |
| Rsquared | 0.65% | 0.67% | 0.63% |
| Sharpe | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.56 |
| Sortino | 1.28 | 1.15 | 0.72 |
| Treynor | 0.17 | 0.17 | 0.13 |
| Tax Efficiency | 96.57% | 97.01% | 97.65% |
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Risk Rating
Annualized Key Ratio Period Comparison
| Key Ratio | 1 Yr | 3 Yr | 5 Yr | 10 Yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Deviation | 11.93% | 14.27% | 15.62% | 16.12% |
| Beta | 0.42 | 0.62 | 0.69 | 0.69 |
| Alpha | 0.14 | -0.01 | 0.00 | 0.02 |
| Rsquared | 0.61% | 0.65% | 0.67% | 0.63% |
| Sharpe | 2.90 | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.56 |
| Sortino | 22.36 | 1.28 | 1.15 | 0.72 |
| Treynor | 0.82 | 0.17 | 0.17 | 0.13 |
| Tax Efficiency | 99.39% | 96.57% | 97.01% | 97.65% |
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 | December 31, 2000 |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Mutual Fund |
| Share Class | Commission Based Advice |
| Legal Status | Trust |
| Sales Status | Open |
| Currency | CAD |
| Distribution Frequency | Annual |
| Assets ($mil) | $181 |
Fund Codes
| FundServ Code | Load Code | Sales Status |
|---|---|---|
| RBF575 |
Investment Objectives
To provide long-term capital growth by investing in equity securities of companies around the world in any or all of the Energy, Materials, Industrials, and Utilities sectors. The fund will invest in companies that are involved directly or indirectly in the exploration, development, production or distribution of natural or other resources.
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. The portfolio manager is supported by its Global Sector Team, which comprises a team of portfolio managers and research analysts focusing on the global investment environment.
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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