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Global Values with Catalysts

Business-Financial Services > NA

John Hancock Global Opportunities Fund

FAFCX

Jul 7, 2010

Whether taking local positions or investing globally, a thorough research process that scrutinizes one stock at a time is bound to add value to a portfolio. Christopher Arbuthnot, portfolio manager of the John Hancock Global Opportunities Fund, hunts for investment ideas in all corners of the world with a disciplined

Fundamental Trends

Multi-Cap > Value

Buffalo Mid Cap Fund

FAEVX

Jun 6, 2010

It is quite possible to invest profitably from trends if they can be defined and are measurable. The Buffalo Mid Cap Fund selects companies in industries that are growing at a faster pace than the economy along with having sustained long-term growth characteristics.

Participating in Global Offerings

Multi-Cap > Growth

Direxion Long Short Global IPO Fund

FAEGX

Jun 6, 2010

Investing in initial public offerings requires a specialized knowledge of markets and industries coupled with a discerning global view. The fast growing economies of Asia and emerging markets offer opportunities to participate in companies that are benefiting from the economic expansion. Portfolio manager Paul Brigandi and Marketing Director Andy O’Rourke

Under-Followed Micro Caps

Science-Technology > NA

Rice Hall James Micro Cap Portfolio

FADTX

Jun 6, 2010

The world of micro caps allows investors to implement a fine blend of growth and value for their investment strategies. Manager Timothy A. Todaro screens this promising segment of the market for companies that are undergoing fundamental changes and have identifiable catalysts for higher valuations in the near future.

Searching International Values

NA > NA

Hansberger International Value Fund

FADAX

Jun 6, 2010

International value investing requires a profound understanding of emerging markets as a possible source of extra value in addition to attractive investments in developed economies. Ron Holt, portfolio manager of the Hansberger International Value Fund, and his team stay focused on valuation, sectors and individual company outlook on a global

Looking for Best of Breed

Health-Biotechnology > NA

Rady Contrarian Long Short Fund

FACTX

Jun 6, 2010

Just like their more obscure counterparts, companies that are dominant in their marketplace may also fall out of favor with investors. Harry Rady, portfolio manager of the Rady Contrarian Long/Short Fund, focuses on investing in companies with sustainable, competitive advantages, suffering from short-term, transitory issues, and evaluating their intrinsic value

Change Agents

Mid-Cap > Value

Olstein Strategic Opportunities Fund

AMCCX

Jun 6, 2010

In the turbulent seas of investing, companies need to change with the tides of market currents. The Olstein Strategic Opportunities Fund screens the marketplace for out-of-favor players suffering temporary setbacks or in need of a turnaround because of their failure to keep up with changing conditions. Portfolio manager Eric Heyman

Niche Leaders

Mid-Cap > Value

Dean Small Cap Value Fund

FACSX

Jun 6, 2010

As smaller companies tend to be underfollowed and least understood across the market cap spectrum, a consistent strategy based on deep research can make all the difference in this segment of the market. With a strong appetite for investing in neglected leaders, portfolio manager Steve Roth seeks to benefit from

Hidden Gems in Small Caps

Consumer Goods-Services > NA

John Hancock Small Cap Intrinsic Value Fund

FACPX

May 5, 2010

Small-cap investing requires patient and detailed analytical rigor in a segment of the market that is frequently underfollowed and subject to liquidity concerns. At the helm of the John Hancock Small Cap Intrinsic Value Fund, Timothy Malloy and his team screen the small-cap universe for nimble and undiscovered companies with

Margin of Safety

Multi-Cap > Growth

Meehan Focus Fund

FACGX

May 5, 2010

Even good companies may fall out of favor, which provides patient investors with opportunities to invest in healthy businesses at a reasonable price. Tom Meehan and his team at the Meehan Focus Fund are on the lookout for companies with significant pricing power and a stable franchise, and they are