Portfolio Tracking

Fisher Investments' Research Department uses a wide-range of technology to monitor Fisher Investments performance data. Fisher Investments performance data is monitored on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis, with individual positions monitored and analyzed on an exception-reporting basis. Performance attribution is also conducted on performance data. Broad security return assessments and portfolio impacts are reviewed daily. Model and representative portfolios are run through a thorough comparison to the appropriate benchmarks on a weekly basis. The resulting performance data is used to identify which countries, sectors, and currencies provided the greatest benefit and detriment on a relative basis.

Fisher Investments performance data is closely monitored on a sub-asset allocation level. Sub-asset allocations are analyzed to identify performance deviations among individual holdings, which may affect overall country and sector weights. Fisher Investments performance data analysis also includes regular operating performance reviews of companies in whick we hold interest.

The Investment Policy Committee (IPC) is alerted of any material changes in Fisher Investments’ performance data. Close supervision seeks to ensure individual securities work toward stated goals consistent with the broader portfolio themes. We believe the goal of portfolio management should be trying to consistently beat the client’s selected benchmark over the long-term. Our meticulous attention and analysis of performance data help us to quickly identify benchmark risk or unintended consequences in portfolios.