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Professional client
A Professional Client is either: (i) a ‘deemed’ professional client; (ii) serviced-based professional client; or (iii) an assessed professional Client
(i) Deemed Professional Client
A person is a “deemed” professional client if the person is:
- a supranational organisation whose members are either countries, central banks or national monetary authorities
• a government, government agency, central bank or other national monetary authority of any country or jurisdiction
• a public authority or state investment body
• an Authorised Market Institution, Regulated Exchange or regulated clearing house
• a Regulated Financial Institution or the management company of a regulated pension fund;
• a Collective Investment Fund or a regulated pension fund;
• a corporate body whose shares are listed or admitted to trading on any exchange of an IOCSO member country
• trustee of a trust which has, or had during the previous 12 months, assets of at least $10 million;
• a Single Family Office licensed under the Single Family Office Regulations
• a person classified as a ‘large undertaking’ who meetstwoof the following criteria (i) a balance sheet total of at least $20 million; (ii) a net annual turnover of at least $40 million or (iii) own funds or called up capital of at least $2 million
(ii) Service-based Professional Clients
A person is a ‘serviced-based’ professional client if
- the services provided to the client is in relation to the provision of credit including arranging and/or advising on credit
• the services provided to the client relates to corporate structuring and financing such as advice relating to an acquisition, disposal, structuring, restructuring, financing or refinancing of a corporation or other legal entity i.e. takeovers, mergers and capital raising
(iii) Assessed-based Professional Clients
Assessed-based professional clients can be either (i) individuals; or (ii) undertakings
Individuals
An individual (and associated joint account holders) would be classified as an ‘assessed-based professional client’ if:
- the individual (and primary account holder, if relevant) has net assets of at least $1 million; and
• the individual is, or has been, an employee of an authorised firm or a regulated financial institution in the past two years; or
• the individual can provide evidence which demonstrates that they have sufficient knowledge and experience of relevant markets, products and associated risks
Where there is a joint account in place, the secondary account holder must obtain confirmation in writing that investment decisions relating to the joint account are made for or on behalf of the secondary account holder
Undertakings
Undertakings, which are generally not individuals, would be classified as ‘assessed-based’ professional clients if it:
- has own funds or called up capital of at least $1 million; and
• can evidence that they have sufficient knowledge and experience of relevant markets, products and associated risks
Market counterparties
A Market Counterparty is any person who is either:
- authorised firm;
• regulated financial institution; or
• professional client
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Overview
Important Information: Capital at Risk. The value of investments and the income from them can fall as well as rise and are not guaranteed. Investors may not get back the amount originally invested.
Important Information: Investors must read the Prospectus for any fund in which they wish to invest. Please contact us at the BlackRock Advisors UK Limited-Dubai Branch for the relevant Prospectus.
All currency hedged share classes of this fund use derivatives to hedge currency risk. The use of derivatives for a share class could pose a potential risk of contagion (also known as spill-over) to other share classes in the fund. The fund’s management company will ensure appropriate procedures are in place to minimise contagion risk to other share class. Using the drop down box directly below the name of the fund, you can view a list of all share classes in the fund – currency hedged share classes are indicated by the word “Hedged” in the name of the share class. In addition, a full list of all currency hedged share classes is available on request from the fund’s management company
To the extent the Fund undertakes securities lending to reduce costs, the Fund will receive 62.5% of the associated revenue generated and the remaining 37.5% will be received by BlackRock as the securities lending agent. As securities lending revenue sharing does not increase the costs of running the Fund, this has been excluded from the ongoing charges.
Performance
Performance
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Returns
This chart shows the fund's performance as the percentage loss or gain per year over the last 10 years.
During this period performance was achieved under circumstances that no longer apply
*On , the Fund changed its name and/or investment objective and policy..
| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) | -5.7 | -23.7 | 47.1 | 0.4 | -20.2 | 30.2 | 25.1 | -12.0 | -20.3 | 2.7 |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) | -15.2 | -21.4 | 59.6 | 9.1 | -11.3 | 41.2 | 23.2 | -12.7 | -15.5 | 9.4 |
Missing calendar year returns data
Performance is shown after deduction of ongoing charges. Any entry and exit charges are excluded from the calculation.
| 1y | 3y | 5y | 10y | Incept. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) | 42.54 | 4.97 | 3.75 | 2.09 | -3.15 |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) | 54.78 | 9.59 | 6.71 | 6.39 | -1.13 |
Missing average annual returns data
| YTD | 1m | 3m | 6m | 1y | 3y | 5y | 10y | Incept. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) | 28.13 | 3.19 | 17.78 | 27.29 | 42.54 | 15.67 | 20.21 | 23.00 | -41.70 |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) | 28.16 | 1.91 | 21.23 | 31.02 | 54.78 | 31.62 | 38.36 | 85.82 | -17.35 |
Missing cumulative returns data
| From 30-Sep-2019 To 30-Sep-2020 |
From 30-Sep-2020 To 30-Sep-2021 |
From 30-Sep-2021 To 30-Sep-2022 |
From 30-Sep-2022 To 30-Sep-2023 |
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Total Return (%)
as of 30-Sep-2024 |
38.35 | -24.89 | -26.79 | 10.84 | 42.54 |
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Constraint Benchmark 1 (%)
as of 30-Sep-2024 |
48.13 | -29.03 | -21.88 | 8.85 | 54.78 |
The figures shown relate to past performance. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Markets could develop very differently in the future. It can help you to assess how the fund has been managed in the past
Share Class and Benchmark performance displayed in EUR, hedged share class benchmark performance is displayed in USD.
Performance is shown on a Net Asset Value (NAV) basis, with gross income reinvested where applicable. The return of your investment may increase or decrease as a result of currency fluctuations if your investment is made in a currency other than that used in the past performance calculation. Source: Blackrock
Key Facts
Key Facts
Net Assets of Fund
as of 04-Nov-2024
USD 4,473,396,149
Fund Launch Date
30-Dec-1994
Fund Base Currency
USD
Constraint Benchmark 1
FTSE Gold Mines Index (Price Return)
Ongoing Charges Figures
2.06%
ISIN
LU0326422689
Use of Income
Accumulating
Regulatory Structure
UCITS
Morningstar Category
Other Equity
Dealing Frequency
Daily, forward pricing basis
SEDOL
B3KVCC9
Share Class launch date
30-Nov-2007
Share Class Currency
EUR
Asset Class
Equity
Initial Charge
5.00%
Management Fee
1.75
Performance Fee
0.00%
Domicile
Luxembourg
Management Company
BlackRock (Luxembourg) S.A.
Dealing Settlement
Trade Date + 3 days
Bloomberg Ticker
H2ZG GR
Portfolio Characteristics
Portfolio Characteristics
Number of Holdings
as of 30-Sep-2024
44
3y Beta
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.857
P/B Ratio
as of 30-Sep-2024
2.08
Standard Deviation (3y)
as of 30-Sep-2024
29.03%
P/E Ratio
as of 30-Sep-2024
22.81
Sustainability Characteristics
Sustainability Characteristics
Sustainability Characteristics provide investors with specific non-traditional metrics. Alongside other metrics and information, these enable investors to evaluate funds on certain environmental, social and governance characteristics. Sustainability Characteristics do not provide an indication of current or future performance nor do they represent the potential risk and reward profile of a fund. They are provided for transparency and for information purposes only. Sustainability Characteristics should not be considered solely or in isolation, but instead are one type of information that investors may wish to consider when assessing a fund.
The metrics are not indicative of how or whether ESG factors will be integrated into a fund. Unless otherwise stated in fund documentation and included within a fund’s investment objective, the metrics do not change a fund’s investment objective or constrain the fund’s investable universe, and there is no indication that an ESG or Impact focused investment strategy or exclusionary screens will be adopted by a fund. For more information regarding a fund's investment strategy, please see the fund's prospectus.
Review the MSCI methodologies behind Sustainability Characteristics using the links below.
MSCI ESG Fund Rating (AAA-CCC)
as of 21-Sep-2024
A
MSCI ESG Quality Score (0-10)
as of 21-Sep-2024
6.71
Fund Lipper Global Classification
as of 21-Sep-2024
Equity Sector Gold&Prec Metals
MSCI Weighted Average Carbon Intensity (Tons CO2E/$M SALES)
as of 21-Sep-2024
315.19
MSCI ESG % Coverage
as of 21-Sep-2024
93.23
MSCI ESG Quality Score - Peer Percentile
as of 21-Sep-2024
58.49
Funds in Peer Group
as of 21-Sep-2024
159
MSCI Weighted Average Carbon Intensity % Coverage
as of 21-Sep-2024
92.93
All data is from MSCI ESG Fund Ratings as of 21-Sep-2024, based on holdings as of 30-Apr-2024. As such, the fund’s sustainable characteristics may differ from MSCI ESG Fund Ratings from time to time.
To be included in MSCI ESG Fund Ratings, 65% (or 50% for bond funds and money market funds) of the fund’s gross weight must come from securities with ESG coverage by MSCI ESG Research (certain cash positions and other asset types deemed not relevant for ESG analysis by MSCI are removed prior to calculating a fund’s gross weight; the absolute values of short positions are included but treated as uncovered), the fund’s holdings date must be less than one year old, and the fund must have at least ten securities.
Business Involvement
Business Involvement
Business Involvement metrics can help investors gain a more comprehensive view of specific activities in which a fund may be exposed through its investments.
Business Involvement metrics are not indicative of a fund’s investment objective, and, unless otherwise stated in fund documentation and included within a fund’s investment objective, do not change a fund’s investment objective or constrain the fund’s investable universe, and there is no indication that an ESG or Impact focused investment strategy or exclusionary screens will be adopted by a fund. For more information regarding a fund's investment strategy, please see the fund's prospectus.
Review the MSCI methodology behind the Business Involvement metrics, using links below.
MSCI - Controversial Weapons
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
MSCI - Nuclear Weapons
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
MSCI - Civilian Firearms
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
MSCI - Tobacco
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
MSCI - UN Global Compact Violators
as of 30-Sep-2024
8.82%
MSCI - Thermal Coal
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
MSCI - Oil Sands
as of 30-Sep-2024
0.00%
Business Involvement Coverage
as of 30-Sep-2024
93.91%
Percentage of Fund not covered
as of 30-Sep-2024
5.97%
BlackRock business involvement exposures as shown above for Thermal Coal and Oil Sands are calculated and reported for companies that generate more than 5% of revenue from thermal coal or oil sands as defined by MSCI ESG Research. For the exposure to companies that generate any revenue from thermal coal or oil sands (at a 0% revenue threshold), as defined by MSCI ESG Research, it is as follows: Thermal Coal 0.00% and for Oil Sands 2.02%.
Business Involvement metrics are calculated by BlackRock using data from MSCI ESG Research which provides a profile of each company’s specific business involvement. BlackRock leverages this data to provide a summed up view across holdings and translates it to a fund's market value exposure to the listed Business Involvement areas above.
Business Involvement metrics are designed only to identify companies where MSCI has conducted research and identified as having involvement in the covered activity. As a result, it is possible there is additional involvement in these covered activities where MSCI does not have coverage. This information should not be used to produce comprehensive lists of companies without involvement. Business Involvement metrics are only displayed if at least 1% of the fund’s gross weight includes securities covered by MSCI ESG Research.
ESG Integration
ESG Integration
ESG integration is the practice of incorporating financially material environmental, social and governance (ESG) data or information into the investment decision process with the objective of enhancing risk-adjusted returns of our clients’ portfolios. Unless otherwise stated in Fund documentation or included within the Fund's investment objective, inclusion of this statement does not imply that the Fund has an ESG-aligned investment objective or strategy, but rather describes how ESG data or information is considered as part of the overall investment process.
The Fund manager considers ESG criteria in combination with other information during the idea generation, company research, portfolio construction and ongoing monitoring phases of the investment process. ESG information may be sourced from third-party vendors, as well as internal engagement commentary and site visits and input from BlackRock Investment Stewardship. The Fund manager conducts regular portfolio reviews with the Risk and Quantitative Analysis group and with the Chief Investment Officers. These reviews include discussion, where appropriate, of the portfolio's exposure to material ESG risks, as well as exposure to sustainability-related business involvements, climate-related metrics, and other factors.
Risk Indicator
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Ratings
Ratings
Morningstar Medalist Rating
Morningstar has awarded the Fund a Bronze medal. (Effective 13-Jun-2019)
Analyst-Driven %
as of -
-
Data Coverage %
as of -
-
Holdings
Holdings
as of 30-Sep-2024
| Name | Weight (%) |
|---|---|
| BARRICK GOLD CORP | 8.73 |
| NEWMONT CORPORATION | 8.38 |
| AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD (ONTARIO) | 7.89 |
| KINROSS GOLD CORP | 6.18 |
| ENDEAVOUR MINING PLC | 5.54 |
| Name | Weight (%) |
|---|---|
| NORTHERN STAR RESOURCES LTD | 4.89 |
| ALAMOS GOLD INC (PRE-REINCORPORATION) | 4.54 |
| WHEATON PRECIOUS METALS CORP | 3.97 |
| SPROTT PHYSICAL SILVER TRUST | 3.95 |
| LUNDIN GOLD INC | 3.67 |
Holdings subject to change
Exposure Breakdowns
Exposure Breakdowns
Sorry, geographic exposures are not available at this time.
Negative weightings may result from specific circumstances (including timing differences between trade and settle dates of securities purchased by the funds) and/or the use of certain financial instruments, including derivatives, which may be used to gain or reduce market exposure and/or risk management. Allocations are subject to change.
Pricing & Exchange
Pricing & Exchange
| Investor Class | Currency | NAV | NAV Amount Change | NAV % Change | NAV As Of | 52wk High | 52wk Low | ISIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A2 Hedged | EUR | 5.94 | 0.02 | 0.34 | 04-Nov-2024 | 6.39 | 3.75 | LU0326422689 |
| Class D4 | EUR | 44.10 | -0.05 | -0.11 | 04-Nov-2024 | 47.63 | 27.89 | LU0827889139 |
| Class A2 | EUR | 41.44 | -0.04 | -0.10 | 04-Nov-2024 | 44.76 | 26.25 | LU0171305526 |
| Class A4 | USD | 45.16 | 0.11 | 0.24 | 04-Nov-2024 | 48.55 | 28.20 | LU0724618789 |
| Class D2 | EUR | 47.69 | -0.05 | -0.10 | 04-Nov-2024 | 51.50 | 30.06 | LU0252963623 |
| Class A2 | USD | 45.17 | 0.11 | 0.24 | 04-Nov-2024 | 48.55 | 28.20 | LU0055631609 |
| Class AI2 | EUR | 17.06 | -0.02 | -0.12 | 04-Nov-2024 | 18.43 | 10.81 | LU1960224068 |
| Class D2 Hedged | GBP | 26.16 | 0.07 | 0.27 | 04-Nov-2024 | 28.13 | 16.27 | LU0827889212 |
| Class D2 | USD | 51.98 | 0.13 | 0.25 | 04-Nov-2024 | 55.86 | 32.28 | LU0252968424 |
| Class AI2 Hedged | EUR | 15.54 | 0.03 | 0.19 | 04-Nov-2024 | 16.73 | 9.82 | LU1960220744 |
| Class A4 | EUR | 41.43 | -0.05 | -0.12 | 04-Nov-2024 | 44.76 | 26.25 | LU0408222320 |
| Class A10 | USD | 14.83 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 04-Nov-2024 | 16.08 | 9.95 | LU2533724436 |
| Class D2 Hedged | EUR | 6.75 | 0.02 | 0.30 | 04-Nov-2024 | 7.26 | 4.24 | LU0326423067 |
Portfolio Managers
Portfolio Managers
Evy Hambro
Tom Holl
Literature
Literature
Important Information
Review the MSCI methodology behind the Sustainability Characteristics and Business Involvement metrics: 1ESG Fund Ratings; 2Index Carbon Footprint Metrics; 3Business Involvement Screening Research; 4ESG Screened Index Methodology; 5ESG Controversies; 6MSCI Implied Temperature Rise
For funds with an investment objective that include the integration of ESG criteria, there may be corporate actions or other situations that may cause the fund or index to passively hold securities that may not comply with ESG criteria. Please refer to the fund’s prospectus for more information. The screening applied by the fund's index provider may include revenue thresholds set by the index provider. The information displayed on this website may not include all of the screens that apply to the relevant index or the relevant fund. These screens are described in more detail in the fund’s prospectus, other fund documents, and the relevant index methodology document.
Certain information contained herein (the “Information”) has been provided by MSCI ESG Research LLC, a RIA under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and may include data from its affiliates (including MSCI Inc. and its subsidiaries (“MSCI”)), or third party suppliers (each an “Information Provider”), and it may not be reproduced or redisseminated in whole or in part without prior written permission. The Information has not been submitted to, nor received approval from, the US SEC or any other regulatory body. The Information may not be used to create any derivative works, or in connection with, nor does it constitute, an offer to buy or sell, or a promotion or recommendation of, any security, financial instrument or product or trading strategy, nor should it be taken as an indication or guarantee of any future performance, analysis, forecast or prediction. Some funds may be based on or linked to MSCI indexes, and MSCI may be compensated based on the fund’s assets under management or other measures. MSCI has established an information barrier between equity index research and certain Information. None of the Information in and of itself can be used to determine which securities to buy or sell or when to buy or sell them. The Information is provided “as is” and the user of the Information assumes the entire risk of any use it may make or permit to be made of the Information. Neither MSCI ESG Research nor any Information Party makes any representations or express or implied warranties (which are expressly disclaimed), nor shall they incur liability for any errors or omissions in the Information, or for any damages related thereto. The foregoing shall not exclude or limit any liability that may not by applicable law be excluded or limited.
The fund invests a large portion of assets which are denominated in other currencies; hence changes in the relevant exchange rate will affect the value of the investment. The fund invests in a limited number of market sectors. Compared to investments which spread investment risk through investing in a variety of sectors, share price movements may have a greater effect on the overall value of this fund. The fund may invest in smaller company shares which can be more unpredictable and less liquid than those of larger company shares. Compared to more established economies, the value of investments in developing Emerging Markets may be subject to greater volatility due to differences in generally accepted accounting principles or from economic or political instability. The fund can invest in mining shares which typically experience above average volatility when compared to other investments. Trends which occur within the general equity market may not be mirrored within mining securities. Optional - The Fund does not hold physical gold or other commodities.
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