Mutual Fund Commentaries·2026-05-06·via All Articles on Seeking Alpha
Summary
For the three months ended March 31, 2026, the total return on the Ave Maria Rising Dividend Fund was 0.09%, compared to the S&P 500® Index at -4.33%.
Energy was the standout, gaining an exceptional 52%, driven by strong results across all three portfolio holdings.
The Fund also initiated three new positions and exited six, reflecting a disciplined effort to refine the portfolio and allocate capital toward the most compelling opportunities.
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For the three months ended March 31, 2026, the total return on the Ave Maria Rising Dividend Fund (AVEDX) was 0.09%, compared to the S&P 500® Dividend Aristocrats Index at 2.42% and the S&P 500® Index at -4.33%. The