Davis Global ADR SMA Portfolio

    Overview

    Portfolio Statistics

    Inception Date 10/1/14
    Results from Inception through 12/31/20
    Global Equity SMA Composite (Gross) 11.05%
    MSCI ACWI® Index 9.33%
    Global Equity SMA Composite (Net of fees) 7.78%

    The Davis Global ADR SMA Portfolio

    Davis Global ADR SMA Portfolio is a portfolio of attractive businesses from around the world selected using the time-tested Davis Investment Discipline. As the largest investor in the strategy, we have a unique commitment to client stewardship.1

    Why Invest in the Davis Global ADR SMA Portfolio

    Equity-Focused Research Firm:

    Established in 1969, Davis is a leading specialist in equity investing. Our primary focus on equity research and unique investment discipline has built wealth for our clients over the long term.

    Portfolio of Best of Breed Businesses:

    The Portfolio invests in businesses in the U.S. and abroad, from both developed and developing markets. Utilizing rigorous independent research, we invest in durable, well-managed businesses with sustainable competitive advantages and attractive long-term growth prospects, selling at a discount to their true value.

    Flexible, Opportunistic Approach:

    We believe a bottom-up stock selection process and not mirroring the benchmark index are keys to long-term outperformance.

    We Are Among the Largest Investors:1

    We have a unique commitment to stewardship, generating attractive long-term results, managing risks and minimizing fees.

    Experienced Management:

    Danton Goei: 22 years with Davis Advisors

    Performance as of 12/31/20

    Average Annual Total Returns
    as of December 31, 2020
    Global Equity SMA Composite    		 4Q20* YTD* 1
    Year    		 3
    Years    		 5
    Years    		 Since
    Inception
    (10/1/14)
    gross 20.08% 21.71% 21.71% 8.20% 13.71% 11.05%
    net 19.24% 18.15% 18.15% 5.01% 10.37% 7.78%
    MSCI ACWI Index 14.68% 16.25% 16.25% 10.06% 12.26% 9.33%

    * YTD is not annualized.

    The performance presented represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. Total return assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions. Investment return and principal value will vary so that, when redeemed, an investor’s account may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be higher or lower. Total return updates are available quarterly. Please ask your financial advisor to contact Davis Advisors.

    Portfolio Characteristics as of 12/31/20

    Geographically Diverse Portfolio

    United States 48.1%
    Asia 31.1%
    Europe 14.7%
    Africa 4.6%
    North & Central America Ex U.S. 1.5%

    Top Countries

    United States
    China
    Norway
    Hong Kong
    South Africa
    Singapore
    Denmark
    Netherlands
    Switzerland
    United Kingdom

    Sector Breakdown

    Portfolio MSCI ACWI®
    Financials 35.7% 14.1%
    Consumer Discretionary 31.1% 13.0%
    Communication Services 13.0% 9.3%
    Information Technology 10.8% 21.1%
    Industrials 7.3% 9.7%
    Health Care 2.1% 11.9%
    Consumer Staples 0.0% 7.4%
    Materials 0.0% 4.9%
    Energy 0.0% 3.0%
    Utilities 0.0% 3.0%
    Real Estate 0.0% 2.6%

    Market Cap Breakdown

    Portfolio MSCI ACWI®
    Less than $3 Billion 4.9% 0.0%
    $3–10 Billion 0.0% 6.2%
    Greater than $10 Billion 95.1% 93.8%

    Portfolio Characteristics

    Portfolio MSCI ACWI®
    Number of Holdings 29 2,982
    Median Market Cap ($bn) 75.2 11.1
    Weighted Average Market Cap ($bn) 279.3 300.8

    Top 10 Holdings

    Alibaba Group Holding China The world’s largest and most valuable retailer, with operations in over 200 countries and a dominant position in the e-commerce market
    Alphabet United States Dominant global on-line search and advertising company
    Applied Materials United States An industry-leading producer of semiconductor fabrication tools.
    Capital One Financial United States Top 10 U.S. bank with $240+ bn of deposits
    New Oriental Education & Technology China Largest provider of private education services in China
    JD.com China One of the largest e-commerce businesses in mainland China offering a range of goods such as consumer electronics and appliances
    Wells Fargo United States One of the largest banks in the U.S.
    DNB Norway Largest financial institution and oldest private bank in Norway
    AIA Group Hong Kong 2nd largest life insurer in China with operations throughout Asia-Pacific offering financial services to a large, under-penetrated addressable market 
    Naspers South Africa Media conglomerate that holds interests in a range of e-commerce businesses around the world, including Tencent

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    Literature

    Insights into the Portfolio
    Davis Global ADR SMA: Selective. Attractive Growth. Undervalued. Download

    Our companies are rigorously researched, offer attractive growth and yet are significantly undervalued versus the benchmark – A powerful combination.
    Fact Sheet Download

    Goals of the Portfolio, top holdings, characteristics and Portfolio attributes.
    Quarterly Review Book: Davis Global ADR SMA Download

    A comprehensive quarterly update on the Portfolio, including commentary on investment strategy, performance and Portfolio statistics, and holdings.
    Portfolio Commentaries
    Davis Global ADR Portfolio Commentary - Winter Update 2021 Download View

    A quarterly discussion of the market environment, Portfolio performance, major positions, and investment opportunities.

    This material may be shared with existing and potential clients to provide information concerning market conditions and the investment strategies and techniques used by Davis Advisors to manage its client accounts. Please refer to Davis Advisors Form ADV Part 2  for more information regarding investment strategies, risks, fees, and expenses. Clients should also review other relevant material, including a schedule of investments listing securities held in their account.

    The Davis Global Portfolio is represented by Davis Advisors’ Global SMA Composite. See Performance disclosure for a description of the Composite

    1As of December 31, 2020.

    2Gross of fees. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

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