UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-CSR
CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED
MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES
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Investment Company Act file number | 811-05447 |
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AMERICAN CENTURY QUANTITATIVE EQUITY FUNDS, INC. |
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) |
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4500 MAIN STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI | 64111 |
(Address of principal executive offices) | (Zip Code) |
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JOHN PAK 4500 MAIN STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64111 |
(Name and address of agent for service) |
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Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: | 816-531-5575 |
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Date of fiscal year end: | 06-30 |
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Date of reporting period: | 06-30-2024 |
ITEM 1. REPORTS TO STOCKHOLDERS.
(a) Provided under separate cover.
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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Investor Class (BIGRX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $71 | 0.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund Investor Class returned 14.70% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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Investor Class | 14.70% | 8.90% | 8.22% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | 8.23% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Pharmaceuticals | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M303
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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I Class (AMGIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
I Class | $49 | 0.46% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund I Class returned 14.92% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
I Class | 14.92% | 9.12% | 8.44% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | 8.23% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Pharmaceuticals | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M501
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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A Class (AMADX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
A Class | $98 | 0.91% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund A Class returned 14.39% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
The initial investment is adjusted to reflect the maximum initial sales charge. |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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A Class | 14.39% | 8.62% | 7.94% | | | |
A Class - with sales charge | 7.81% | 7.34% | 7.31% | | | |
Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | 8.23% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
A Class shares have a 5.75% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum contingent deferred sales charge of 1.00%. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Pharmaceuticals | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M402
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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C Class (ACGCX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
C Class | $177 | 1.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund C Class returned 13.55% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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C Class | 13.55% | 7.82% | 7.14% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | 8.23% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Pharmaceuticals | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M816
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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R Class (AICRX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R Class | $124 | 1.16% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund R Class returned 14.11% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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R Class | 14.11% | 8.35% | 7.68% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | 8.23% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M782
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Core Value Fund
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R5 Class (AICGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Core Value Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R5 Class | $49 | 0.46% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Core Value Fund R5 Class returned 14.91% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Value Index. |
• | In the information technology sector, stock choices in the semiconductors and semiconductor equipment industry contributed to relative returns, reflecting the market's strong preference for artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks. Shares of Broadcom posted strong gains due to robust results in both its semiconductor business and its software segment. KLA and Qualcomm also contributed. |
• | In utilities, independent power producer Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its nuclear power generation make it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. Recent approval of its acquisition of Energy Harbor will add 1 million retail customers and significant nuclear capacity. |
• | Stock choices in the financials sector detracted from relative performance. Financial technology company Global Payments trended lower due to a decline in global investment in financial technology. Positioning in the capital markets industry also detracted as it hurt not to have exposure to brokers benefiting from resurgent financial markets. |
• | In the energy sector, an underweight to oil, gas and consumable fuels companies detracted from returns compared with the index. Energy prices were fairly volatile but ultimately supported by stronger-than-expected economic growth in the U.S. and conflict in the Middle East, including shipping disruptions in the Red Sea. An underweight to ConocoPhillips detracted most. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
April 10, 2017, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | | Since Inception | Inception Date | |
R5 Class | 14.91% | 9.11% | | 9.17% | 4/10/17 | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | | 13.97% | — | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Value | 13.06% | 9.01% | | 8.54% | — | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,989,921,454 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $12,593,485 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 184 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 8.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 7.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Banks | 7.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Machinery | 4.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Pharmaceuticals | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2508G842
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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Investor Class (ADSIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $117 | 1.00% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund Investor Class returned 33.74% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
Investor Class | 33.74% | 16.21% | 12.97% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | 16.33% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M675
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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I Class (ADCIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
I Class | $94 | 0.80% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund I Class returned 34.03% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
I Class | 34.03% | 16.43% | 13.20% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | 16.33% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M667
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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Y Class (ADCYX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Y Class | $88 | 0.75% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund Y Class returned 34.08% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
April 10, 2017, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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Y Class | 34.08% | 16.49% | | 15.39% | 4/10/17 | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | | 13.97% | — | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | | 18.79% | — | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2508G875
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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A Class (ADCVX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
A Class | $146 | 1.25% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund A Class returned 33.44% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
The initial investment is adjusted to reflect the maximum initial sales charge. |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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A Class | 33.44% | 15.92% | 12.69% | | | |
A Class - with sales charge | 25.77% | 14.55% | 12.02% | | | |
Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | 16.33% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
A Class shares have a 5.75% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum contingent deferred sales charge of 1.00%. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M642
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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C Class (ADCCX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
C Class | $232 | 2.00% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund C Class returned 32.46% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
C Class | 32.46% | 15.05% | 11.85% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | 16.33% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M527
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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R Class (ADRRX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R Class | $175 | 1.50% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund R Class returned 33.12% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
R Class | 33.12% | 15.63% | 12.41% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | 12.51% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | 16.33% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M659
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Disciplined Growth Fund
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R5 Class (ADGGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Disciplined Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R5 Class | $94 | 0.80% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Disciplined Growth Fund R5 Class returned 34.00% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 1000 Growth Index. |
• | Stock selection drove the fund’s outperformance in the industrials, consumer staples and communication services sectors. In industrials, an underweight position in trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line was beneficial. The company’s stock struggled amid still-high inflation and weak shipping demand. Shares of Uber Technologies were also advantageous. |
• | The consumer staples sector was an area of strength, aided by an underweight position in PepsiCo, which is no longer held in the portfolio. In the communication services sector, Meta Platforms was a significant contributor. This parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI). |
• | Stock selection in the information technology and financials sectors detracted most from relative results. Among semiconductor-related stocks, an underweight to leading chip maker NVIDIA hurt relative results. AI-related stocks did very well during the period, a trend NVIDIA rode to briefly become the largest stock by market capitalization in the world. |
• | In the financials sector, positioning among insurers hurt. The industry has been under pressure from rising climate- and technology-related replacement costs. Aon, a British insurance company, was a leading detractor. An underweight to property and casualty insurer The Progressive hindered results as the company reported strong earnings partly as a result of homeowner rate hikes. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
April 10, 2017, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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R5 Class | 34.00% | 16.43% | | 15.33% | 4/10/17 | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 1000 | 23.88% | 14.61% | | 13.97% | — | |
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Russell 1000 Growth | 33.48% | 19.34% | | 18.79% | — | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $447,292,359 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,879,900 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 40 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 106 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | Software | 21.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.9% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.1)% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 12.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 11.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2508G883
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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Investor Class (BEQGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $75 | 0.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Equity Growth Fund Investor Class returned 26.26% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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Investor Class | 26.26% | 11.70% | 10.11% | | | |
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S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 6.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M600
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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I Class (AMEIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
I Class | $52 | 0.46% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Equity Growth Fund I Class returned 26.46% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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I Class | 26.46% | 11.92% | 10.32% | | | |
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S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 6.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M808
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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A Class (BEQAX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
A Class | $103 | 0.91% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Equity Growth Fund A Class returned 25.93% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
The initial investment is adjusted to reflect the maximum initial sales charge. |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
A Class | 25.93% | 11.42% | 9.83% | | | |
A Class - with sales charge | 18.69% | 10.10% | 9.18% | | | |
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S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 6.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M709
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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C Class (AEYCX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
C Class | $187 | 1.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Equity Growth Fund C Class returned 24.96% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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C Class | 24.96% | 10.58% | 9.01% | | | |
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S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 6.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M790
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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R Class (AEYRX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R Class | $131 | 1.16% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Equity Growth Fund R Class returned 25.61% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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R Class | 25.61% | 11.14% | 9.56% | | | |
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S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals | 6.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M766
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Equity Growth Fund
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R5 Class (AEYGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Equity Growth Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R5 Class | $52 | 0.46% |
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Equity Growth Fund R5 Class returned 26.50% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Index. |
• | Communication services was the leading sector contributor to relative performance during the period. Shares of Meta Platforms, parent of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, performed well as the company benefited from cost-cutting efforts and investments in artificial intelligence (AI), a key theme driving stock market performance throughout the period. |
• | Stock selection in the industrials sector also added to relative results as economic growth held up better than expected. In the ground transportation industry, Uber Technologies contributed most. Stock choices in the health care sector also contributed to relative performance, especially in the life sciences tools and services and pharmaceuticals industries. |
• | Stock selections in the financials and energy sectors hindered relative results. In financials, positions in Visa and PayPal Holdings detracted most. In the energy sector, ChampionX, an energy equipment and services company, was the leading detractor. |
• | During a period when the market was narrowly focused on AI- and obesity-related stocks, an overweight position in consumer products company Kimberly-Clark detracted most from relative performance. The company’s key business metrics were solid, and its returns were positive but lagged the gains of the narrowly concentrated large-cap market indices. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
April 10, 2017, through June 30, 2024 |
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R5 Class | 26.50% | 11.92% | | 11.82% | 4/10/17 | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $1,683,434,123 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $10,135,109 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 53 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 215 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment | 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.4% | | | | | Software | 12.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | Interactive Media and Services | 7.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | | | | | | Broadline Retail | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2508G867
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Global Gold Fund
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Investor Class (BGEIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Global Gold Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $72 | 0.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Global Gold Fund Investor Class returned 18.07% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. |
• | Gold’s price rose sharply, reaching an all-time high. Gold demand was driven by central bank buying and investor hedging against geopolitical risk. For all of 2023, central bank gold purchases were the second-highest annual total on record. According to an early 2024 World Gold Council survey, a record number of central banks intend to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. |
• | Rising gold prices meant stronger gold miner earnings and strong stock performance. Nevertheless, the leading individual contributor to relative performance was an underweight allocation to Newmont Mining. Newmont is the leading gold producer in the world, but it announced a dividend cut and disappointing production figures as it works to pay down debt and digest an earlier acquisition. |
• | Similarly, underweights to Franco-Nevada and Barrick Gold benefited performance compared with the index. Franco-Nevada's stock fell after announcing the closure of its copper mine operation in Panama. Barrick's stock was volatile and performed poorly in late 2023 amid production cuts and investor speculation around a potential acquisition. |
• | Canada-based B2Gold was the leading detractor from relative performance, reflecting disappointing sales and production. The company also announced a delay in its new Goose Project mining operation, with the first gold production not expected until the second quarter of 2025. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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Investor Class | 18.07% | 5.48% | 2.85% | | | |
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MSCI World | 20.19% | 11.78% | 9.16% | | | |
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NYSE Arca Gold Miners | 16.39% | 8.03% | 4.24% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $633,283,878 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,640,981 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 54 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 62 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | Top Five Countries (as a % of net assets) | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Canada | 47.9% | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Australia | 14.0% | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (1.0)% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Africa | 13.2% | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M105
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Global Gold Fund
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I Class (AGGNX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Global Gold Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
I Class | $50 | 0.46% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Global Gold Fund I Class returned 18.38% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. |
• | Gold’s price rose sharply, reaching an all-time high. Gold demand was driven by central bank buying and investor hedging against geopolitical risk. For all of 2023, central bank gold purchases were the second-highest annual total on record. According to an early 2024 World Gold Council survey, a record number of central banks intend to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. |
• | Rising gold prices meant stronger gold miner earnings and strong stock performance. Nevertheless, the leading individual contributor to relative performance was an underweight allocation to Newmont Mining. Newmont is the leading gold producer in the world, but it announced a dividend cut and disappointing production figures as it works to pay down debt and digest an earlier acquisition. |
• | Similarly, underweights to Franco-Nevada and Barrick Gold benefited performance compared with the index. Franco-Nevada's stock fell after announcing the closure of its copper mine operation in Panama. Barrick's stock was volatile and performed poorly in late 2023 amid production cuts and investor speculation around a potential acquisition. |
• | Canada-based B2Gold was the leading detractor from relative performance, reflecting disappointing sales and production. The company also announced a delay in its new Goose Project mining operation, with the first gold production not expected until the second quarter of 2025. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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I Class | 18.38% | 5.70% | 3.06% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
MSCI World | 20.19% | 11.78% | 9.16% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
NYSE Arca Gold Miners | 16.39% | 8.03% | 4.24% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $633,283,878 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,640,981 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 54 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 62 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | Top Five Countries (as a % of net assets) | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Canada | 47.9% | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Australia | 14.0% | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (1.0)% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Africa | 13.2% | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | United States | 9.4% | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M469
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Global Gold Fund
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A Class (ACGGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Global Gold Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
A Class | $99 | 0.91% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Global Gold Fund A Class returned 17.79% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. |
• | Gold’s price rose sharply, reaching an all-time high. Gold demand was driven by central bank buying and investor hedging against geopolitical risk. For all of 2023, central bank gold purchases were the second-highest annual total on record. According to an early 2024 World Gold Council survey, a record number of central banks intend to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. |
• | Rising gold prices meant stronger gold miner earnings and strong stock performance. Nevertheless, the leading individual contributor to relative performance was an underweight allocation to Newmont Mining. Newmont is the leading gold producer in the world, but it announced a dividend cut and disappointing production figures as it works to pay down debt and digest an earlier acquisition. |
• | Similarly, underweights to Franco-Nevada and Barrick Gold benefited performance compared with the index. Franco-Nevada's stock fell after announcing the closure of its copper mine operation in Panama. Barrick's stock was volatile and performed poorly in late 2023 amid production cuts and investor speculation around a potential acquisition. |
• | Canada-based B2Gold was the leading detractor from relative performance, reflecting disappointing sales and production. The company also announced a delay in its new Goose Project mining operation, with the first gold production not expected until the second quarter of 2025. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
The initial investment is adjusted to reflect the maximum initial sales charge. |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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A Class | 17.79% | 5.23% | 2.59% | | | |
A Class - with sales charge | 11.02% | 3.99% | 1.99% | | | |
Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
MSCI World | 20.19% | 11.78% | 9.16% | | | |
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NYSE Arca Gold Miners | 16.39% | 8.03% | 4.24% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
A Class shares have a 5.75% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum contingent deferred sales charge of 1.00%. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $633,283,878 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,640,981 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 54 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 62 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | Top Five Countries (as a % of net assets) | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Canada | 47.9% | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Australia | 14.0% | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (1.0)% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Africa | 13.2% | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | United States | 9.4% | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M204
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Global Gold Fund
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C Class (AGYCX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Global Gold Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
C Class | $180 | 1.66% |
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Global Gold Fund C Class returned 16.99% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. |
• | Gold’s price rose sharply, reaching an all-time high. Gold demand was driven by central bank buying and investor hedging against geopolitical risk. For all of 2023, central bank gold purchases were the second-highest annual total on record. According to an early 2024 World Gold Council survey, a record number of central banks intend to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. |
• | Rising gold prices meant stronger gold miner earnings and strong stock performance. Nevertheless, the leading individual contributor to relative performance was an underweight allocation to Newmont Mining. Newmont is the leading gold producer in the world, but it announced a dividend cut and disappointing production figures as it works to pay down debt and digest an earlier acquisition. |
• | Similarly, underweights to Franco-Nevada and Barrick Gold benefited performance compared with the index. Franco-Nevada's stock fell after announcing the closure of its copper mine operation in Panama. Barrick's stock was volatile and performed poorly in late 2023 amid production cuts and investor speculation around a potential acquisition. |
• | Canada-based B2Gold was the leading detractor from relative performance, reflecting disappointing sales and production. The company also announced a delay in its new Goose Project mining operation, with the first gold production not expected until the second quarter of 2025. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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C Class | 16.99% | 4.45% | 1.83% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
MSCI World | 20.19% | 11.78% | 9.16% | | | |
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NYSE Arca Gold Miners | 16.39% | 8.03% | 4.24% | | | |
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $633,283,878 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,640,981 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 54 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 62 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | Top Five Countries (as a % of net assets) | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Canada | 47.9% | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Australia | 14.0% | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (1.0)% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Africa | 13.2% | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M485
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Global Gold Fund
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R Class (AGGWX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Global Gold Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R Class | $126 | 1.16% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Global Gold Fund R Class returned 17.52% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. |
• | Gold’s price rose sharply, reaching an all-time high. Gold demand was driven by central bank buying and investor hedging against geopolitical risk. For all of 2023, central bank gold purchases were the second-highest annual total on record. According to an early 2024 World Gold Council survey, a record number of central banks intend to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months. |
• | Rising gold prices meant stronger gold miner earnings and strong stock performance. Nevertheless, the leading individual contributor to relative performance was an underweight allocation to Newmont Mining. Newmont is the leading gold producer in the world, but it announced a dividend cut and disappointing production figures as it works to pay down debt and digest an earlier acquisition. |
• | Similarly, underweights to Franco-Nevada and Barrick Gold benefited performance compared with the index. Franco-Nevada's stock fell after announcing the closure of its copper mine operation in Panama. Barrick's stock was volatile and performed poorly in late 2023 amid production cuts and investor speculation around a potential acquisition. |
• | Canada-based B2Gold was the leading detractor from relative performance, reflecting disappointing sales and production. The company also announced a delay in its new Goose Project mining operation, with the first gold production not expected until the second quarter of 2025. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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R Class | 17.52% | 4.97% | 2.34% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
MSCI World | 20.19% | 11.78% | 9.16% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
NYSE Arca Gold Miners | 16.39% | 8.03% | 4.24% | | | |
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The regulatory index is provided as a broad measure of market performance. The performance index is provided because the advisor believes it is more reflective of the fund’s investment strategy. |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $633,283,878 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $3,640,981 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 54 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 62 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | Top Five Countries (as a % of net assets) | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Canada | 47.9% | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Australia | 14.0% | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (1.0)% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | South Africa | 13.2% | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M477
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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Investor Class (ASQIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $91 | 0.86% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Small Company Fund Investor Class returned 10.99% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
| 1 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | | | |
Investor Class | 10.99% | 7.13% | 5.49% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | 12.15% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | 7.00% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Types of Investments in Portfolio (as a % of net assets) | | | | Top Five Industries (as a % of net assets) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M840
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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I Class (ASCQX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
I Class | $70 | 0.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Small Company Fund I Class returned 11.12% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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I Class | 11.12% | 7.34% | 5.70% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | 12.15% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | 7.00% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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A Class (ASQAX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
A Class | $117 | 1.11% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Small Company Fund A Class returned 10.68% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
The initial investment is adjusted to reflect the maximum initial sales charge. |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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A Class | 10.68% | 6.87% | 5.23% | | | |
A Class - with sales charge | 4.31% | 5.61% | 4.61% | | | |
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Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | 12.15% | | | |
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Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | 7.00% | | | |
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A Class shares have a 5.75% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum contingent deferred sales charge of 1.00%. |
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M824
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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C Class (ASQCX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
C Class | $195 | 1.86% |
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Small Company Fund C Class returned 9.85% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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C Class | 9.85% | 6.06% | 4.44% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | 12.15% | | | |
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Performance Index | | | | | | |
Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | 7.00% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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For additional information about the fund, including its Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, financial statements, holdings and proxy voting information, scan the QR code or visit americancentury.com/docs. |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M329
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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R Class (ASCRX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R Class | $143 | 1.36% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Small Company Fund R Class returned 10.36% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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R Class | 10.36% | 6.60% | 4.96% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | 12.15% | | | |
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Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | 7.00% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
A-2507M774
ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Small Company Fund
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R5 Class (ASQGX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Small Company Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
R5 Class | $70 | 0.66% |
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What were the key factors that affected the fund’s performance? |
Small Company Fund R5 Class returned 11.19% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the Russell 2000 Index. |
• | Small-cap stocks underperformed large caps amid rising economic uncertainty. Recession worries were a headwind for small-cap stocks and many investors opted for the more durable earnings growth potential of the largest, growth-oriented businesses, particularly those associated with artificial intelligence. |
• | Stock selection contributed to the fund’s performance in the industrials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors. In industrials, shipping company Matson benefited from stronger-than-expected earnings and an improved outlook. In the construction and engineering industry, shares of Sterling Infrastructure and EMCOR Group contributed to performance. |
• | In consumer discretionary, homebuilder M/I Homes was a leading contributor. Although earnings were mixed, it benefited from a lack of supply of existing homes. In the hotels, restaurants and leisure industry, Wingstop gained on strong earnings stemming from store expansion and robust growth in comparable store sales. |
• | Stock selection in the health care sector was the leading detractor from performance. Vir Biotechnology reported mixed earnings, and the stock plummeted early in the period due to the failure of clinical trials on an influenza vaccine. In the information technology sector, stock selection in the computers and peripherals industry detracted. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
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R5 Class | 11.19% | 7.35% | | 5.93% | 4/10/17 | |
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Russell 3000 | 23.13% | 14.14% | | 13.54% | — | |
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Russell 2000 | 10.06% | 6.94% | | 7.19% | — | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $155,300,740 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,321,135 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 67 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 323 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.6% | | | | | Software | 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | Banks | 6.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | (0.4)% | | | | | Biotechnology | 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Household Durables | 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels | 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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American Century Investment Services, Inc., Distributor |
©2024 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REPORT
Utilities Fund
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Investor Class (BULIX) | June 30, 2024 |
This annual shareholder report contains important information about Utilities Fund for the period July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. You can find additional information about the fund at americancentury.com/docs. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-345-2021.
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What were the fund costs for the last year? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) |
The below table explains the costs that you would have paid within the reporting period. |
| Costs of $10,000 investment | Costs paid as a percentage of a $10,000 investment |
Investor Class | $69 | 0.66% |
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Utilities Fund Investor Class returned 9.52% for the reporting period ended June 30, 2024. |
The fund seeks current income and long-term growth of capital and income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies engaged in the utilities industry. The commentary below refers to the fund's performance compared to the S&P 500 Utilities Index. |
• | Utilities stocks generally advanced but lagged the broader market. Investors anticipated that the build out of data centers required for artificial intelligence (AI) will result in a significant increase in power usage. Retail electricity prices remained near all-time highs, reflecting a shortage of electricity transmission capacity and higher costs anticipated for clean energy infrastructure. |
• | The fund benefited from holdings in independent power and renewable electricity producers. Texas-based Vistra was the leading overall contributor to performance. Its diversified power-generation portfolio includes nuclear power plants, making it an attractive power provider for AI/data center users seeking clean, consistent sources of electricity. |
• | Another source of outperformance relative to the index were underweight allocations to Ameren and WEC Energy Group. Both companies’ stocks fell after unfavorable rulings by the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). The ICC rejected Ameren’s electric grid and rate proposals and halted WEC Energy Group’s proposed infrastructure project. |
• | At the other end of the spectrum, Eversource Energy’s stock fell sharply after taking a $1.6 billion write-off related to its offshore wind power generation assets. Similarly, a position in poor-performing water utility SJW Group detracted from performance relative to the index amid significant capital spending on infrastructure, pipelines and solar power generation. |
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Cumulative Performance (based on an initial $10,000 investment) |
June 30, 2014, through June 30, 2024 |
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Average Annual Total Returns | |
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Investor Class | 9.52% | 3.09% | 4.86% | | | |
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Regulatory Index | | | | | | |
S&P 500 | 24.56% | 15.05% | 12.86% | | | |
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S&P 500 Utilities | 7.82% | 6.11% | 8.04% | | | |
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The opinions expressed are those of American Century Investments and are no guarantee of the future performance of any American Century Investments fund. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. Data reflects past performance, assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than data shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate and redemption value may be more or less than original cost, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Visit americancentury.com for more recent performance information.
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Fund Statistics | |
Net Assets | $242,389,361 |
Management Fees (dollars paid during the reporting period) | $1,569,534 |
Portfolio Turnover Rate | 70 | % |
Total Number of Portfolio Holdings | 36 |
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| Common Stocks | 99.2% | | | | | | | | Electric Utilities | 69.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Short-Term Investments | 0.8% | | | | | | | | Multi-Utilities | 18.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Other Assets and Liabilities | 0.0% | | | | | | | | Independent Power Producers and Energy Traders | 6.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Gas Utilities | 3.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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(b) Not applicable.
ITEM 2. CODE OF ETHICS.
(a) The registrant has adopted a Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers that applies to the registrant’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer, and persons performing similar functions.
(b) No response required.
(c) None.
(d) None.
(e) Not applicable.
(f) The registrant’s Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers was filed as Exhibit 12 (a)(1) to American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc.’s Annual Certified Shareholder Report on Form N-CSR, File No. 811-21591, on September 29, 2005, and is incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 3. AUDIT COMMITTEE FINANCIAL EXPERT.
(a)(1) The registrant's board has determined that the registrant has at least one audit committee financial expert serving on its audit committee.
(a)(2) Tanya S. Beder, Jennifer Cabalquinto, Anne Casscells and John Loder are the registrant's designated audit committee financial experts. They are "independent" as defined in Item 3 of Form N-CSR.
(a)(3) Not applicable.
(b) No response required.
(c) No response required.
(d) No response required.
ITEM 4. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES.
(a) Audit Fees.
The aggregate fees billed for each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal
accountant for the audit of the registrant’s annual financial statements or services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements for those fiscal years were as follows:
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FY 2023: | $115,500 |
FY 2024: | $115,200 |
(b) Audit-Related Fees.
The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for assurance and related services by the principal accountant that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit of the registrant’s financial statements and are not reported under paragraph (a) of this Item were as follows:
For services rendered to the registrant:
Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):
(c) Tax Fees.
The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning were as follows:
For services rendered to the registrant:
Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):
(d) All Other Fees.
The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for products and services provided by the principal accountant, other than the services reported in paragraphs (a) through (c) of this Item were as follows:
For services rendered to the registrant:
Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):
(e)(1) In accordance with paragraph (c)(7)(i)(A) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X, before the accountant is engaged by the registrant to render audit or non-audit services, the engagement is approved by the registrant’s audit committee. Pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X, the registrant’s audit committee also pre-approves its accountant’s engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser, its parent company, and any entity controlled by, or under common control with the investment adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant, if the engagement relates directly to the operations and financial reporting of the registrant.
(e)(2) All services described in each of paragraphs (b) through (d) of this Item were pre-approved before the engagement by the registrant’s audit committee pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(A) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X. Consequently, none of such services were required to be approved by the audit committee pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(C).
(f) The percentage of hours expended on the principal accountant’s engagement to audit the registrant’s financial statements for the most recent fiscal year that were attributed to work performed by persons other than the principal accountant’s full-time, permanent employees was less than 50%.
(g) The aggregate non-audit fees billed by the registrant’s accountant for services rendered to the registrant, and rendered to the registrant’s investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant for each of the last two fiscal years of the registrant were as follows:
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FY 2023: | $218,325 |
FY 2024: | $223,325 |
(h) The registrant’s investment adviser and accountant have notified the registrant’s audit committee of all non-audit services that were rendered by the registrant’s accountant to the registrant’s investment adviser, its parent company, and any entity controlled by, or under common control with the investment adviser that provides services to the registrant, which services were not required to be pre-approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X. The notification provided to the registrant’s audit committee included sufficient details regarding such services to allow the registrant’s audit committee to consider the continuing independence of its principal accountant.
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(i) | Not applicable. |
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(j) | Not applicable. |
ITEM 5. AUDIT COMMITTEE OF LISTED REGISTRANTS.
Not applicable.
ITEM 6. INVESTMENTS.
(a) The schedule of investments is included as part of the report to stockholders filed under Item 7 of this Form.
(b) Not applicable.
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
(a)
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| Investor Class (BIGRX) |
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| A Class (AMADX) |
| C Class (ACGCX) |
| R Class (AICRX) |
| R5 Class (AICGX) |
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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COMMON STOCKS — 99.4% | | |
Aerospace and Defense — 2.0% | | |
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. | 7,026 | | $ | 1,730,715 | |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | 55,005 | | 25,692,835 | |
Textron, Inc. | 133,898 | | 11,496,482 | |
| | 38,920,032 | |
Air Freight and Logistics — 1.1% | | |
FedEx Corp. | 41,423 | | 12,420,272 | |
United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | 70,736 | | 9,680,222 | |
| | 22,100,494 | |
Banks — 7.1% | | |
Bank of America Corp. | 182,821 | | 7,270,791 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 428,873 | | 86,743,853 | |
U.S. Bancorp | 685,809 | | 27,226,617 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | 342,276 | | 20,327,772 | |
| | 141,569,033 | |
Beverages — 1.2% | | |
Coca-Cola Co. | 85,328 | | 5,431,127 | |
Molson Coors Beverage Co., Class B | 66,641 | | 3,387,362 | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | 91,470 | | 15,086,147 | |
| | 23,904,636 | |
Biotechnology — 4.2% | | |
Amgen, Inc. | 102,922 | | 32,157,979 | |
Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 339,830 | | 23,315,736 | |
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 13,802 | | 14,506,316 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 28,781 | | 13,490,231 | |
| | 83,470,262 | |
Broadline Retail — 0.0% | | |
Kohl's Corp. | 22,701 | | 521,896 | |
Building Products — 1.8% | | |
A O Smith Corp. | 29,975 | | 2,451,355 | |
Johnson Controls International PLC | 99,200 | | 6,593,824 | |
Masco Corp. | 157,719 | | 10,515,126 | |
Owens Corning | 94,341 | | 16,388,919 | |
| | 35,949,224 | |
Capital Markets — 2.8% | | |
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. | 89,214 | | 15,171,733 | |
Franklin Resources, Inc. | 74,244 | | 1,659,354 | |
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | 8,512 | | 1,147,928 | |
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc., Class A | 72,481 | | 8,886,171 | |
MSCI, Inc. | 16,915 | | 8,148,801 | |
T Rowe Price Group, Inc. | 114,872 | | 13,245,890 | |
Tradeweb Markets, Inc., Class A | 41,333 | | 4,381,298 | |
XP, Inc., Class A | 205,927 | | 3,622,256 | |
| | 56,263,431 | |
Chemicals — 1.0% | | |
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.(1) | 134,217 | | 4,586,195 | |
PPG Industries, Inc. | 119,899 | | 15,094,085 | |
| | 19,680,280 | |
Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.5% | | |
Brink's Co. | 25,444 | | 2,605,466 | |
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MSA Safety, Inc. | 20,913 | | $ | 3,925,161 | |
Veralto Corp. | 44,660 | | 4,263,690 | |
| | 10,794,317 | |
Communications Equipment — 0.2% | | |
F5, Inc.(1) | 23,621 | | 4,068,245 | |
Construction and Engineering — 0.2% | | |
Valmont Industries, Inc. | 13,357 | | 3,665,829 | |
Construction Materials — 0.1% | | |
Eagle Materials, Inc. | 10,274 | | 2,234,184 | |
Consumer Finance — 2.9% | | |
American Express Co. | 164,003 | | 37,974,894 | |
Discover Financial Services | 63,210 | | 8,268,500 | |
Synchrony Financial | 265,709 | | 12,538,808 | |
| | 58,782,202 | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail — 2.3% | | |
Maplebear, Inc.(1) | 89,677 | | 2,882,219 | |
Performance Food Group Co.(1) | 69,715 | | 4,608,859 | |
U.S. Foods Holding Corp.(1) | 194,575 | | 10,308,583 | |
Walmart, Inc. | 414,192 | | 28,044,940 | |
| | 45,844,601 | |
Containers and Packaging — 1.2% | | |
Crown Holdings, Inc. | 71,256 | | 5,300,734 | |
International Paper Co. | 59,234 | | 2,555,947 | |
Packaging Corp. of America | 65,170 | | 11,897,435 | |
Sonoco Products Co. | 79,806 | | 4,047,760 | |
| | 23,801,876 | |
Distributors — 0.5% | | |
Genuine Parts Co. | 24,634 | | 3,407,375 | |
LKQ Corp. | 159,191 | | 6,620,754 | |
| | 10,028,129 | |
Diversified Consumer Services — 0.1% | | |
H&R Block, Inc. | 52,663 | | 2,855,914 | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 0.2% | | |
AT&T, Inc. | 208,822 | | 3,990,588 | |
Electric Utilities — 1.0% | | |
Evergy, Inc. | 183,721 | | 9,731,701 | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | 106,640 | | 7,551,178 | |
Xcel Energy, Inc. | 36,404 | | 1,944,338 | |
| | 19,227,217 | |
Electrical Equipment — 1.7% | | |
Acuity Brands, Inc. | 28,961 | | 6,992,344 | |
Atkore, Inc. | 23,579 | | 3,181,514 | |
Generac Holdings, Inc.(1) | 54,585 | | 7,217,229 | |
Hubbell, Inc. | 33,436 | | 12,220,189 | |
nVent Electric PLC | 48,169 | | 3,690,227 | |
| | 33,301,503 | |
Energy Equipment and Services — 0.9% | | |
Halliburton Co. | 313,704 | | 10,596,921 | |
Schlumberger NV | 151,576 | | 7,151,356 | |
| | 17,748,277 | |
Entertainment — 0.9% | | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | 132,982 | | 18,528,382 | |
Financial Services — 3.2% | | |
Affirm Holdings, Inc.(1) | 32,479 | | 981,190 | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(1) | 115,716 | | 47,073,269 | |
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Corpay, Inc.(1) | 6,101 | | $ | 1,625,367 | |
Euronet Worldwide, Inc.(1) | 5,416 | | 560,556 | |
Global Payments, Inc. | 129,951 | | 12,566,262 | |
| | 62,806,644 | |
Food Products — 0.7% | | |
Conagra Brands, Inc. | 135,282 | | 3,844,714 | |
Hormel Foods Corp. | 49,000 | | 1,494,010 | |
Ingredion, Inc. | 57,825 | | 6,632,528 | |
Pilgrim's Pride Corp.(1) | 70,692 | | 2,720,935 | |
| | 14,692,187 | |
Gas Utilities — 0.1% | | |
Atmos Energy Corp. | 26,073 | | 3,041,415 | |
Ground Transportation — 1.4% | | |
Uber Technologies, Inc.(1) | 372,873 | | 27,100,410 | |
Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 1.9% | | |
Abbott Laboratories | 71,781 | | 7,458,764 | |
Align Technology, Inc.(1) | 40,948 | | 9,886,076 | |
Dentsply Sirona, Inc. | 147,586 | | 3,676,367 | |
Medtronic PLC | 154,674 | | 12,174,390 | |
Solventum Corp.(1) | 93,903 | | 4,965,591 | |
| | 38,161,188 | |
Health Care Providers and Services — 3.8% | | |
Centene Corp.(1) | 122,399 | | 8,115,054 | |
Cigna Group | 29,544 | | 9,766,360 | |
DaVita, Inc.(1) | 36,464 | | 5,052,816 | |
Elevance Health, Inc. | 34,718 | | 18,812,295 | |
Henry Schein, Inc.(1) | 24,566 | | 1,574,681 | |
McKesson Corp. | 51,738 | | 30,217,062 | |
Progyny, Inc.(1) | 57,653 | | 1,649,452 | |
| | 75,187,720 | |
Health Care Technology — 0.2% | | |
Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A(1) | 19,408 | | 3,551,858 | |
Hotel & Resort REITs — 0.6% | | |
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | 614,786 | | 11,053,852 | |
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.6% | | |
Boyd Gaming Corp. | 49,328 | | 2,717,973 | |
Darden Restaurants, Inc. | 11,545 | | 1,746,989 | |
Expedia Group, Inc.(1) | 23,912 | | 3,012,673 | |
Yum! Brands, Inc. | 29,264 | | 3,876,310 | |
| | 11,353,945 | |
Household Durables — 0.3% | | |
Mohawk Industries, Inc.(1) | 21,369 | | 2,427,305 | |
PulteGroup, Inc. | 38,650 | | 4,255,365 | |
| | 6,682,670 | |
Household Products — 3.4% | | |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. | 363,683 | | 35,291,798 | |
Kimberly-Clark Corp. | 19,587 | | 2,706,923 | |
Procter & Gamble Co. | 178,866 | | 29,498,581 | |
| | 67,497,302 | |
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers — 0.7% | | |
Vistra Corp. | 172,598 | | 14,839,976 | |
Industrial REITs — 0.2% | | |
Prologis, Inc. | 34,139 | | 3,834,151 | |
Insurance — 4.4% | | |
CNA Financial Corp. | 113,741 | | 5,240,048 | |
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Everest Group Ltd. | 38,078 | | $ | 14,508,479 | |
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. | 158,094 | | 15,894,771 | |
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. | 86,034 | | 18,129,084 | |
Progressive Corp. | 36,032 | | 7,484,207 | |
Travelers Cos., Inc. | 68,035 | | 13,834,237 | |
W R Berkley Corp. | 167,300 | | 13,146,434 | |
| | 88,237,260 | |
Interactive Media and Services — 0.1% | | |
TripAdvisor, Inc.(1) | 95,727 | | 1,704,898 | |
IT Services — 1.9% | | |
Accenture PLC, Class A | 21,455 | | 6,509,662 | |
Amdocs Ltd. | 21,001 | | 1,657,399 | |
ASGN, Inc.(1) | 21,442 | | 1,890,541 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A | 243,140 | | 16,533,520 | |
International Business Machines Corp. | 50,011 | | 8,649,402 | |
VeriSign, Inc.(1) | 11,577 | | 2,058,391 | |
| | 37,298,915 | |
Leisure Products — 0.2% | | |
Mattel, Inc.(1) | 241,106 | | 3,920,384 | |
Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.7% | | |
Danaher Corp. | 28,008 | | 6,997,799 | |
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. | 12,134 | | 6,710,102 | |
| | 13,707,901 | |
Machinery — 4.8% | | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | 84,566 | | 28,168,935 | |
Cummins, Inc. | 115,328 | | 31,937,783 | |
Donaldson Co., Inc. | 50,716 | | 3,629,237 | |
Oshkosh Corp. | 10,846 | | 1,173,537 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp. | 36,272 | | 18,346,740 | |
Snap-on, Inc. | 31,789 | | 8,309,327 | |
Timken Co. | 50,189 | | 4,021,644 | |
| | 95,587,203 | |
Media — 1.6% | | |
Comcast Corp., Class A | 696,519 | | 27,275,684 | |
Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc. | 138,010 | | 4,014,711 | |
| | 31,290,395 | |
Metals and Mining — 0.2% | | |
Nucor Corp. | 28,694 | | 4,535,948 | |
Multi-Utilities — 1.0% | | |
Consolidated Edison, Inc. | 111,519 | | 9,972,029 | |
WEC Energy Group, Inc. | 132,568 | | 10,401,285 | |
| | 20,373,314 | |
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 8.0% | | |
APA Corp. | 85,062 | | 2,504,225 | |
ConocoPhillips | 243,416 | | 27,841,922 | |
Devon Energy Corp. | 437,552 | | 20,739,965 | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | 59,059 | | 7,433,756 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | 499,110 | | 57,457,543 | |
Marathon Oil Corp. | 349,937 | | 10,032,694 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 47,964 | | 8,320,795 | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | 382,693 | | 24,121,140 | |
| | 158,452,040 | |
Personal Care Products — 0.3% | | |
Kenvue, Inc. | 367,556 | | 6,682,168 | |
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Pharmaceuticals — 4.7% | | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | 510,920 | | $ | 21,218,508 | |
Johnson & Johnson | 264,828 | | 38,707,260 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | 264,226 | | 32,711,179 | |
| | 92,636,947 | |
Professional Services — 1.5% | | |
CACI International, Inc., Class A(1) | 18,752 | | 8,065,798 | |
Leidos Holdings, Inc. | 120,615 | | 17,595,316 | |
Parsons Corp.(1) | 14,538 | | 1,189,354 | |
Paycom Software, Inc. | 15,666 | | 2,240,864 | |
| | 29,091,332 | |
Real Estate Management and Development — 0.1% | | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.(1) | 7,982 | | 1,638,545 | |
Retail REITs — 1.6% | | |
Simon Property Group, Inc. | 215,156 | | 32,660,681 | |
Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 7.3% | | |
Amkor Technology, Inc. | 149,521 | | 5,983,830 | |
Broadcom, Inc. | 20,001 | | 32,112,206 | |
KLA Corp. | 42,540 | | 35,074,655 | |
Marvell Technology, Inc. | 214,174 | | 14,970,763 | |
Microchip Technology, Inc. | 65,565 | | 5,999,198 | |
NXP Semiconductors NV | 72,518 | | 19,513,869 | |
ON Semiconductor Corp.(1) | 38,159 | | 2,615,799 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | 118,393 | | 23,581,518 | |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. | 45,642 | | 4,864,524 | |
| | 144,716,362 | |
Software — 3.3% | | |
Adobe, Inc.(1) | 27,816 | | 15,452,901 | |
AppLovin Corp., Class A(1) | 31,417 | | 2,614,523 | |
Aspen Technology, Inc.(1) | 5,268 | | 1,046,383 | |
Microsoft Corp. | 29,924 | | 13,374,532 | |
Oracle Corp. | 33,394 | | 4,715,233 | |
Salesforce, Inc. | 34,054 | | 8,755,283 | |
Synopsys, Inc.(1) | 32,557 | | 19,373,368 | |
| | 65,332,223 | |
Specialized REITs — 0.6% | | |
Public Storage | 11,206 | | 3,223,406 | |
SBA Communications Corp. | 48,412 | | 9,503,276 | |
| | 12,726,682 | |
Specialty Retail — 1.9% | | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc. | 158,634 | | 6,194,658 | |
Gap, Inc. | 236,004 | | 5,638,136 | |
Lowe's Cos., Inc. | 67,733 | | 14,932,417 | |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. | 37,539 | | 10,599,887 | |
| | 37,365,098 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.9% | | |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. | 864,250 | | 18,296,173 | |
Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 1.1% | | |
Columbia Sportswear Co. | 31,432 | | 2,485,643 | |
NIKE, Inc., Class B | 90,096 | | 6,790,535 | |
Ralph Lauren Corp. | 40,569 | | 7,102,009 | |
Skechers USA, Inc., Class A(1) | 78,000 | | 5,391,360 | |
| | 21,769,547 | |
Trading Companies and Distributors — 2.2% | | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(1) | 74,625 | | 6,753,562 | |
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Core & Main, Inc., Class A(1) | 96,918 | | $ | 4,743,167 | |
Ferguson PLC | 97,274 | | 18,837,110 | |
GMS, Inc.(1) | 26,416 | | 2,129,394 | |
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., Class A | 30,905 | | 2,451,076 | |
Watsco, Inc. | 4,510 | | 2,089,212 | |
WESCO International, Inc. | 37,238 | | 5,902,968 | |
| | 42,906,489 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $1,621,079,527) | | 1,977,984,375 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.6% | | |
Money Market Funds — 0.0% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 57,126 | | 57,126 | |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.6% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $757,150), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $742,049) | | 741,722 | |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.50%, 11/15/33, valued at $8,108,177), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $7,952,511) | | 7,949,000 | |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.125% - 4.50%, 12/31/24 - 5/31/29, valued at $3,030,798), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $2,971,309) | | 2,970,000 | |
| | 11,660,722 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $11,717,848) | | 11,717,848 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.0% (Cost $1,632,797,375) | | 1,989,702,223 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | 219,231 | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 1,989,921,454 | |
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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS |
(1)Non-income producing.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
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JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $1,632,797,375) | $ | 1,989,702,223 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 344,703 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 1,919,714 | |
| 1,991,966,640 | |
| |
Liabilities | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 980,349 | |
Accrued management fees | 1,024,320 | |
Distribution and service fees payable | 40,517 | |
| 2,045,186 | |
| |
Net Assets | $ | 1,989,921,454 | |
| |
Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 1,757,307,036 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 232,614,418 | |
| $ | 1,989,921,454 | |
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| Net Assets | Shares Outstanding | Net Asset Value Per Share* |
Investor Class, $0.01 Par Value | $1,591,425,706 | 45,615,248 | $34.89 |
I Class, $0.01 Par Value | $192,481,207 | 5,503,296 | $34.98 |
A Class, $0.01 Par Value | $154,014,965 | 4,426,425 | $34.79 |
C Class, $0.01 Par Value | $4,426,710 | 127,683 | $34.67 |
R Class, $0.01 Par Value | $12,606,468 | 361,613 | $34.86 |
R5 Class, $0.01 Par Value | $34,966,398 | 999,274 | $34.99 |
*Maximum offering price per share was equal to the net asset value per share for all share classes, except A Class, for which the maximum offering price per share was $36.91 (net asset value divided by 0.9425). A contingent deferred sales charge may be imposed on redemptions of A Class and C Class.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $32,746) | $ | 42,853,694 | |
Interest | 537,380 | |
| 43,391,074 | |
| |
Expenses: | |
Management fees | 12,593,485 | |
Distribution and service fees: | |
A Class | 398,253 | |
C Class | 50,809 | |
R Class | 68,369 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 147,069 | |
Other expenses | 36,997 | |
| 13,294,982 | |
| |
| |
| |
Net investment income (loss) | 30,096,092 | |
| |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investment transactions | 123,736,258 | |
Futures contract transactions | 343,027 | |
| 124,079,285 | |
| |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | 117,377,048 | |
Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (4,804) | |
| 117,372,244 | |
| |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 241,451,529 | |
| |
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 271,547,621 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
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YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 30,096,092 | | $ | 43,983,078 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | 124,079,285 | | (185,438,305) | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | 117,372,244 | | 241,069,311 | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 271,547,621 | | 99,614,084 | |
| | |
Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings: | | |
Investor Class | (24,810,893) | | (29,718,696) | |
I Class | (3,703,645) | | (7,906,866) | |
A Class | (2,125,672) | | (2,599,248) | |
C Class | (29,992) | | (60,405) | |
R Class | (150,608) | | (201,207) | |
R5 Class | (712,572) | | (995,965) | |
Decrease in net assets from distributions | (31,533,382) | | (41,482,387) | |
| | |
Capital Share Transactions | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5) | (403,218,097) | | (356,844,216) | |
| | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets | (163,203,858) | | (298,712,519) | |
| | |
Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 2,153,125,312 | | 2,451,837,831 | |
End of period | $ | 1,989,921,454 | | $ | 2,153,125,312 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Disciplined Core Value Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks. Income is a secondary objective.
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities, including investment securities and other financial instruments, initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars each day at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid quarterly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), extraordinary expenses, and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund's assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included.
The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended June 30, 2024 are as follows:
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| Investment Category Fee Range | Complex Fee Range | Effective Annual Management Fee |
Investor Class | 0.3380% to 0.5200% | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
I Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.45% |
A Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
C Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
R Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
R5 Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.45% |
Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Directors has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended June 30, 2024 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. During the period, the interfund sales were $7,664,079 and there were no interfund purchases. The effect of interfund transactions on the Statement of Operations was $1,545,998 in net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $1,341,090,801 and $1,742,769,907, respectively.
5. Capital Share Transactions
Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Year ended June 30, 2024 | Year ended June 30, 2023 |
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount |
Investor Class/Shares Authorized | 700,000,000 | | | 700,000,000 | | |
Sold | 1,198,892 | | $ | 39,180,065 | | 2,177,888 | | $ | 66,707,663 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 717,682 | | 23,626,223 | | 931,606 | | 28,163,136 | |
Redeemed | (8,283,708) | | (267,528,829) | | (8,884,091) | | (270,666,480) | |
| (6,367,134) | | (204,722,541) | | (5,774,597) | | (175,795,681) | |
I Class/Shares Authorized | 210,000,000 | | | 210,000,000 | | |
Sold | 900,539 | | 29,499,964 | | 1,837,662 | | 56,513,025 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 107,335 | | 3,532,548 | | 252,368 | | 7,642,308 | |
Redeemed | (5,501,863) | | (174,476,600) | | (7,557,068) | | (230,747,800) | |
| (4,493,989) | | (141,444,088) | | (5,467,038) | | (166,592,467) | |
A Class/Shares Authorized | 50,000,000 | | | 50,000,000 | | |
Sold | 548,408 | | 17,641,789 | | 735,867 | | 22,479,252 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 57,411 | | 1,880,758 | | 75,089 | | 2,266,393 | |
Redeemed | (1,534,009) | | (49,823,253) | | (1,178,420) | | (35,713,525) | |
| (928,190) | | (30,300,706) | | (367,464) | | (10,967,880) | |
C Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 4,522 | | 149,047 | | 20,645 | | 628,759 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 865 | | 27,677 | | 1,805 | | 54,560 | |
Redeemed | (69,559) | | (2,234,449) | | (113,045) | | (3,420,157) | |
| (64,172) | | (2,057,725) | | (90,595) | | (2,736,838) | |
R Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 89,554 | | 2,925,028 | | 114,097 | | 3,495,582 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 4,543 | | 148,024 | | 6,348 | | 192,141 | |
Redeemed | (232,647) | | (7,319,070) | | (127,413) | | (3,878,970) | |
| (138,550) | | (4,246,018) | | (6,968) | | (191,247) | |
R5 Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 154,347 | | 5,051,102 | | 296,817 | | 9,053,869 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 20,476 | | 674,960 | | 31,594 | | 957,428 | |
Redeemed | (804,527) | | (26,173,081) | | (345,029) | | (10,571,400) | |
| (629,704) | | (20,447,019) | | (16,618) | | (560,103) | |
Net increase (decrease) | (12,621,739) | | $ | (403,218,097) | | (11,723,280) | | $ | (356,844,216) | |
6. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 1,977,984,375 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 57,126 | | $ | 11,660,722 | | — | |
| $ | 1,978,041,501 | | $ | 11,660,722 | | — | |
7. Derivative Instruments
Equity Price Risk — The fund is subject to equity price risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on an equity index in order to manage its exposure to changes in market conditions. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund is required to deposit either cash or securities in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the contract value (initial margin). A fund may incur charges or earn income on cash deposit balances, which are reflected in interest expenses or interest income, respectively. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. During the period, the fund participated in equity price risk derivative instruments for temporary investment purposes.
At period end, the fund did not have any derivative instruments disclosed on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. For the year ended June 30, 2024, the effect of equity price risk derivative instruments on the Statement of Operations was $343,027 in net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions.
8. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
9. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
| | | | | | | | |
| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 31,533,382 | | $ | 41,482,387 | |
Long-term capital gains | — | | — | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
| | | | | |
Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 1,637,626,219 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 406,604,886 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (54,528,882) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | 352,076,004 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (268) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) | $ | 352,075,736 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | $ | 1,758,261 | |
Accumulated short-term capital losses | $ | (121,219,579) | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $30.91 | 0.49 | 4.01 | 4.50 | (0.52) | — | (0.52) | $34.89 | 14.70% | 0.66% | 1.49% | 67% | $1,591,426 | |
2023 | $30.12 | 0.57 | 0.76 | 1.33 | (0.54) | — | (0.54) | $30.91 | 4.45% | 0.66% | 1.86% | 179% | $1,606,519 | |
2022 | $43.20 | 0.50 | (3.51) | (3.01) | (0.50) | (9.57) | (10.07) | $30.12 | (9.84)% | 0.65% | 1.31% | 234% | $1,739,617 | |
2021 | $35.99 | 0.58 | 12.52 | 13.10 | (0.58) | (5.31) | (5.89) | $43.20 | 39.42% | 0.66% | 1.44% | 240% | $2,076,714 | |
2020 | $36.82 | 0.76 | (0.07) | 0.69 | (0.77) | (0.75) | (1.52) | $35.99 | 1.70% | 0.67% | 2.08% | 100% | $1,588,537 | |
I Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $30.98 | 0.55 | 4.03 | 4.58 | (0.58) | — | (0.58) | $34.98 | 14.92% | 0.46% | 1.69% | 67% | $192,481 | |
2023 | $30.19 | 0.64 | 0.75 | 1.39 | (0.60) | — | (0.60) | $30.98 | 4.68% | 0.46% | 2.06% | 179% | $309,724 | |
2022 | $43.28 | 0.58 | (3.53) | (2.95) | (0.57) | (9.57) | (10.14) | $30.19 | (9.67)% | 0.45% | 1.51% | 234% | $466,890 | |
2021 | $36.05 | 0.65 | 12.55 | 13.20 | (0.66) | (5.31) | (5.97) | $43.28 | 39.70% | 0.46% | 1.64% | 240% | $584,160 | |
2020 | $36.88 | 0.83 | (0.07) | 0.76 | (0.84) | (0.75) | (1.59) | $36.05 | 1.90% | 0.47% | 2.28% | 100% | $272,307 | |
A Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $30.82 | 0.40 | 4.01 | 4.41 | (0.44) | — | (0.44) | $34.79 | 14.39% | 0.91% | 1.24% | 67% | $154,015 | |
2023 | $30.04 | 0.49 | 0.76 | 1.25 | (0.47) | — | (0.47) | $30.82 | 4.20% | 0.91% | 1.61% | 179% | $165,051 | |
2022 | $43.11 | 0.40 | (3.50) | (3.10) | (0.40) | (9.57) | (9.97) | $30.04 | (10.07)% | 0.90% | 1.06% | 234% | $171,905 | |
2021 | $35.93 | 0.48 | 12.49 | 12.97 | (0.48) | (5.31) | (5.79) | $43.11 | 39.04% | 0.91% | 1.19% | 240% | $180,616 | |
2020 | $36.76 | 0.67 | (0.07) | 0.60 | (0.68) | (0.75) | (1.43) | $35.93 | 1.46% | 0.92% | 1.83% | 100% | $130,398 | |
C Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $30.71 | 0.16 | 3.99 | 4.15 | (0.19) | — | (0.19) | $34.67 | 13.55% | 1.66% | 0.49% | 67% | $4,427 | |
2023 | $29.93 | 0.26 | 0.76 | 1.02 | (0.24) | — | (0.24) | $30.71 | 3.43% | 1.66% | 0.86% | 179% | $5,892 | |
2022 | $43.00 | 0.10 | (3.48) | (3.38) | (0.12) | (9.57) | (9.69) | $29.93 | (10.76)% | 1.65% | 0.31% | 234% | $8,455 | |
2021 | $35.84 | 0.17 | 12.48 | 12.65 | (0.18) | (5.31) | (5.49) | $43.00 | 38.05% | 1.66% | 0.44% | 240% | $12,987 | |
2020 | $36.68 | 0.39 | (0.08) | 0.31 | (0.40) | (0.75) | (1.15) | $35.84 | 0.68% | 1.67% | 1.08% | 100% | $7,452 | |
R Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $30.88 | 0.32 | 4.01 | 4.33 | (0.35) | — | (0.35) | $34.86 | 14.11% | 1.16% | 0.99% | 67% | $12,606 | |
2023 | $30.10 | 0.41 | 0.76 | 1.17 | (0.39) | — | (0.39) | $30.88 | 3.93% | 1.16% | 1.36% | 179% | $15,447 | |
2022 | $43.18 | 0.31 | (3.51) | (3.20) | (0.31) | (9.57) | (9.88) | $30.10 | (10.30)% | 1.15% | 0.81% | 234% | $15,265 | |
2021 | $35.97 | 0.38 | 12.51 | 12.89 | (0.37) | (5.31) | (5.68) | $43.18 | 38.73% | 1.16% | 0.94% | 240% | $18,245 | |
2020 | $36.81 | 0.58 | (0.09) | 0.49 | (0.58) | (0.75) | (1.33) | $35.97 | 1.18% | 1.17% | 1.58% | 100% | $14,218 | |
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
R5 Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $31.00 | 0.56 | 4.01 | 4.57 | (0.58) | — | (0.58) | $34.99 | 14.91% | 0.46% | 1.69% | 67% | $34,966 | |
2023 | $30.21 | 0.63 | 0.76 | 1.39 | (0.60) | — | (0.60) | $31.00 | 4.64% | 0.46% | 2.06% | 179% | $50,491 | |
2022 | $43.29 | 0.58 | (3.52) | (2.94) | (0.57) | (9.57) | (10.14) | $30.21 | (9.64)% | 0.45% | 1.51% | 234% | $49,707 | |
2021 | $36.06 | 0.63 | 12.57 | 13.20 | (0.66) | (5.31) | (5.97) | $43.29 | 39.68% | 0.46% | 1.64% | 240% | $38,493 | |
2020 | $36.89 | 0.83 | (0.07) | 0.76 | (0.84) | (0.75) | (1.59) | $36.06 | 1.90% | 0.47% | 2.28% | 100% | $16,388 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations or precisely reflect the class expense differentials due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Disciplined Core Value Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Disciplined Core Value Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was below its benchmark for the one-, three-, five-, and ten-year periods reviewed by the Board. The Board discussed the Fund’s performance with the Advisor and was satisfied with the efforts being undertaken by the Advisor. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an
administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was below the median of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense group. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $31,533,382, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
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| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information |
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| June 30, 2024 |
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| Disciplined Growth Fund |
| Investor Class (ADSIX) |
| I Class (ADCIX) |
| Y Class (ADCYX) |
| A Class (ADCVX) |
| C Class (ADCCX) |
| R Class (ADRRX) |
| R5 Class (ADGGX) |
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Schedule of Investments | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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Other Tax Information | |
JUNE 30, 2024
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| Shares | Value |
COMMON STOCKS — 99.2% | | |
Automobiles — 1.0% | | |
Tesla, Inc.(1) | 23,127 | | $ | 4,576,371 | |
Biotechnology — 1.9% | | |
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.(1) | 6,684 | | 920,186 | |
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 280 | | 294,288 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 15,022 | | 7,041,112 | |
| | 8,255,586 | |
Broadline Retail — 5.3% | | |
Amazon.com, Inc.(1) | 119,236 | | 23,042,357 | |
Coupang, Inc.(1) | 40,623 | | 851,052 | |
| | 23,893,409 | |
Building Products — 0.5% | | |
AAON, Inc. | 3,090 | | 269,572 | |
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. | 5,157 | | 827,131 | |
Lennox International, Inc. | 1,837 | | 982,758 | |
UFP Industries, Inc. | 2,146 | | 240,352 | |
| | 2,319,813 | |
Capital Markets — 0.1% | | |
Blackstone, Inc. | 1,972 | | 244,134 | |
Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.1% | | |
MSA Safety, Inc. | 2,300 | | 431,687 | |
Communications Equipment — 0.6% | | |
Arista Networks, Inc.(1) | 5,105 | | 1,789,200 | |
Motorola Solutions, Inc. | 1,994 | | 769,784 | |
| | 2,558,984 | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail — 2.6% | | |
Costco Wholesale Corp. | 9,974 | | 8,477,800 | |
Maplebear, Inc.(1) | 12,586 | | 404,514 | |
Performance Food Group Co.(1) | 9,664 | | 638,887 | |
Sysco Corp. | 29,585 | | 2,112,073 | |
| | 11,633,274 | |
Electrical Equipment — 0.1% | | |
Rockwell Automation, Inc. | 885 | | 243,623 | |
Entertainment — 2.0% | | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | 3,913 | | 545,198 | |
Netflix, Inc.(1) | 8,357 | | 5,639,972 | |
Spotify Technology SA(1) | 8,364 | | 2,624,540 | |
| | 8,809,710 | |
Financial Services — 3.4% | | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 17,889 | | 7,891,911 | |
Shift4 Payments, Inc., Class A(1) | 6,876 | | 504,355 | |
Visa, Inc., Class A | 26,315 | | 6,906,898 | |
| | 15,303,164 | |
Ground Transportation — 1.5% | | |
Saia, Inc.(1) | 444 | | 210,585 | |
Uber Technologies, Inc.(1) | 91,209 | | 6,629,070 | |
| | 6,839,655 | |
Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 1.0% | | |
Align Technology, Inc.(1) | 4,329 | | 1,045,151 | |
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.(1) | 5,990 | | 2,918,328 | |
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.(1) | 3,145 | | 420,895 | |
| | 4,384,374 | |
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| Shares | Value |
Health Care Providers and Services — 0.6% | | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | 5,129 | | $ | 2,611,994 | |
Health Care Technology — 0.3% | | |
Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A(1) | 7,972 | | 1,458,956 | |
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 2.5% | | |
Booking Holdings, Inc. | 1,653 | | 6,548,360 | |
Boyd Gaming Corp. | 3,799 | | 209,325 | |
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(1) | 9,800 | | 613,970 | |
DoorDash, Inc., Class A(1) | 7,476 | | 813,239 | |
Expedia Group, Inc.(1) | 7,618 | | 959,792 | |
Starbucks Corp. | 28,338 | | 2,206,113 | |
| | 11,350,799 | |
Household Products — 0.2% | | |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. | 10,973 | | 1,064,820 | |
Insurance — 1.1% | | |
Aon PLC, Class A | 5,014 | | 1,472,010 | |
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. | 825 | | 317,856 | |
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. | 11,710 | | 2,467,531 | |
Progressive Corp. | 3,864 | | 802,592 | |
| | 5,059,989 | |
Interactive Media and Services — 12.6% | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 114,843 | | 20,918,653 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 63,687 | | 11,681,470 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 42,020 | | 21,187,324 | |
Pinterest, Inc., Class A(1) | 54,246 | | 2,390,621 | |
| | 56,178,068 | |
IT Services — 0.3% | | |
Accenture PLC, Class A | 4,943 | | 1,499,756 | |
Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.6% | | |
Agilent Technologies, Inc. | 7,144 | | 926,077 | |
Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.(1) | 1,388 | | 1,939,855 | |
| | 2,865,932 | |
Machinery — 1.2% | | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | 14,258 | | 4,749,340 | |
Donaldson Co., Inc. | 5,976 | | 427,642 | |
| | 5,176,982 | |
Media — 0.3% | | |
Trade Desk, Inc., Class A(1) | 13,279 | | 1,296,960 | |
Office REITs — 0.1% | | |
Boston Properties, Inc. | 3,941 | | 242,608 | |
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.9% | | |
ConocoPhillips | 11,978 | | 1,370,043 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | 14,818 | | 1,705,848 | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | 17,623 | | 1,110,778 | |
| | 4,186,669 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 3.0% | | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | 9,318 | | 8,436,331 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | 39,382 | | 4,875,491 | |
| | 13,311,822 | |
Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 16.4% | | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | 21,762 | | 5,135,614 | |
Broadcom, Inc. | 5,764 | | 9,254,275 | |
KLA Corp. | 5,309 | | 4,377,324 | |
Lam Research Corp. | 2,299 | | 2,448,090 | |
Microchip Technology, Inc. | 15,604 | | 1,427,766 | |
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| Shares | Value |
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. | 1,305 | | $ | 1,072,292 | |
NVIDIA Corp. | 333,530 | | 41,204,296 | |
NXP Semiconductors NV | 4,208 | | 1,132,331 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | 37,578 | | 7,484,786 | |
| | 73,536,774 | |
Software — 21.0% | | |
Adobe, Inc.(1) | 15,209 | | 8,449,208 | |
AppLovin Corp., Class A(1) | 5,942 | | 494,493 | |
Atlassian Corp., Class A(1) | 2,119 | | 374,809 | |
Autodesk, Inc.(1) | 14,863 | | 3,677,849 | |
Cadence Design Systems, Inc.(1) | 5,602 | | 1,724,016 | |
Crowdstrike Holdings, Inc., Class A(1) | 7,531 | | 2,885,804 | |
Datadog, Inc., Class A(1) | 12,451 | | 1,614,770 | |
Fair Isaac Corp.(1) | 1,247 | | 1,856,359 | |
Fortinet, Inc.(1) | 27,746 | | 1,672,251 | |
Intuit, Inc. | 9,978 | | 6,557,641 | |
Microsoft Corp. | 107,902 | | 48,226,799 | |
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(1) | 5,874 | | 1,991,345 | |
Pegasystems, Inc. | 5,095 | | 308,400 | |
Salesforce, Inc. | 17,906 | | 4,603,633 | |
ServiceNow, Inc.(1) | 10,071 | | 7,922,554 | |
Synopsys, Inc.(1) | 812 | | 483,189 | |
Teradata Corp.(1) | 10,962 | | 378,847 | |
Workday, Inc., Class A(1) | 2,608 | | 583,044 | |
Zscaler, Inc.(1) | 1,658 | | 318,651 | |
| | 94,123,662 | |
Specialty Retail — 3.7% | | |
Burlington Stores, Inc.(1) | 1,270 | | 304,800 | |
Home Depot, Inc. | 17,805 | | 6,129,193 | |
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.(1) | 339 | | 358,004 | |
Ross Stores, Inc. | 13,638 | | 1,981,874 | |
TJX Cos., Inc. | 57,880 | | 6,372,588 | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc.(1) | 2,917 | | 1,125,583 | |
| | 16,272,042 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 11.7% | | |
Apple, Inc. | 242,293 | | 51,031,752 | |
Pure Storage, Inc., Class A(1) | 19,192 | | 1,232,318 | |
| | 52,264,070 | |
Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 1.3% | | |
Crocs, Inc.(1) | 3,761 | | 548,880 | |
Deckers Outdoor Corp.(1) | 495 | | 479,135 | |
Lululemon Athletica, Inc.(1) | 9,964 | | 2,976,247 | |
NIKE, Inc., Class B | 21,470 | | 1,618,194 | |
| | 5,622,456 | |
Trading Companies and Distributors — 1.3% | | |
Fastenal Co. | 25,014 | | 1,571,880 | |
Ferguson PLC | 2,977 | | 576,496 | |
WW Grainger, Inc. | 4,156 | | 3,749,709 | |
| | 5,898,085 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $191,231,120) | | 443,516,228 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.9% | | |
Money Market Funds — 0.0% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 21,306 | | 21,306 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| Shares | Value |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.9% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $272,636), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $267,199) | | $ | 267,081 | |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.50%, 11/15/33, valued at $2,919,328), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $2,863,264) | | 2,862,000 | |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.125% - 4.25%, 8/31/25 - 6/30/30, valued at $1,090,905), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $1,069,471) | | 1,069,000 | |
| | 4,198,081 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $4,219,387) | | 4,219,387 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.1% (Cost $195,450,507) | | 447,735,615 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (0.1)% | | (443,256) | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 447,292,359 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS |
(1)Non-income producing.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
| | | | | |
JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $195,450,507) | $ | 447,735,615 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 91,393 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 73,559 | |
| 447,900,567 | |
| |
Liabilities | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 246,154 | |
Accrued management fees | 341,377 | |
Distribution and service fees payable | 20,677 | |
| 608,208 | |
| |
Net Assets | $ | 447,292,359 | |
| |
Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 57,337,772 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 389,954,587 | |
| $ | 447,292,359 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net Assets | Shares Outstanding | Net Asset Value Per Share* |
Investor Class, $0.01 Par Value | $285,300,518 | 9,836,223 | $29.01 |
I Class, $0.01 Par Value | $83,098,160 | 2,820,093 | $29.47 |
Y Class, $0.01 Par Value | $531,997 | 17,996 | $29.56 |
A Class, $0.01 Par Value | $57,211,699 | 2,035,535 | $28.11 |
C Class, $0.01 Par Value | $3,084,153 | 129,882 | $23.75 |
R Class, $0.01 Par Value | $16,612,496 | 621,570 | $26.73 |
R5 Class, $0.01 Par Value | $1,453,336 | 49,277 | $29.49 |
*Maximum offering price per share was equal to the net asset value per share for all share classes, except A Class, for which the maximum offering price per share was $29.82 (net asset value divided by 0.9425). A contingent deferred sales charge may be imposed on redemptions of A Class and C Class.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | | | | |
YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $3,623) | $ | 4,035,187 | |
Interest | 313,351 | |
| 4,348,538 | |
| |
Expenses: | |
Management fees | 5,617,440 | |
Distribution and service fees: | |
A Class | 120,982 | |
C Class | 31,099 | |
R Class | 70,323 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 48,098 | |
Other expenses | 3,998 | |
| 5,891,940 | |
Fees waived(1) | (1,737,540) | |
| 4,154,400 | |
| |
Net investment income (loss) | 194,138 | |
| |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investment transactions | 272,856,464 | |
Futures contract transactions | 2,961,452 | |
Foreign currency translation transactions | 2,625 | |
| 275,820,541 | |
| |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments | (123,555,805) | |
| |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 152,264,736 | |
| |
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 152,458,874 | |
(1)Amount consists of $26,883, $7,038, $53, $4,839, $311, $1,407, $96 and $1,696,913 for Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and G Class, respectively.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
| | | | | | | | |
YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 194,138 | | $ | 5,156,768 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | 275,820,541 | | 344,317 | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | (123,555,805) | | 172,753,975 | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 152,458,874 | | 178,255,060 | |
| | |
Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings: | | |
Investor Class | (99,698) | | — | |
I Class | (39,707) | | (103,214) | |
Y Class | (390) | | (1,156) | |
A Class | (10,054) | | — | |
R5 Class | (689) | | (2,177) | |
G Class | (1,726,883) | | (5,038,511) | |
Decrease in net assets from distributions | (1,877,421) | | (5,145,058) | |
| | |
Capital Share Transactions | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5) | (599,184,003) | | (134,101,002) | |
| | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets | (448,602,550) | | 39,009,000 | |
| | |
Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 895,894,909 | | 856,885,909 | |
End of period | $ | 447,292,359 | | $ | 895,894,909 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Disciplined Growth Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital growth.
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge. On December 15, 2023, there were no outstanding G Class shares and the fund discontinued offering G Class.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities, including investment securities and other financial instruments, initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars each day at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid semiannually. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually. The fund may elect to treat a portion of its payment to a redeeming shareholder, which represents the pro rata share of undistributed net investment income and net realized gains, as a distribution for federal income tax purposes (tax equalization).
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), extraordinary expenses, and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund's assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included. During the period ended June 30, 2024, the investment advisor agreed to waive 0.01% of the fund's management fee. Effective August 1, 2024, the investment advisor agreed to increase the amount of the waiver from 0.01% to 0.09% of the fund's management fee. The investment advisor expects this waiver to continue until July 31, 2025 and cannot terminate it prior to such date without the approval of the Board of Directors. During the period, the investment advisor waived the G Class's management fee in its entirety.
The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee before and after waiver for each class for the period ended June 30, 2024 are as follows:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Investment Category Fee Range | Complex Fee Range | Effective Annual Management Fee |
Before Waiver | After Waiver |
Investor Class | 0.6880% to 0.8700% | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 1.00% | 0.99% |
I Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.80% | 0.79% |
Y Class | 0.0000% to 0.0600% | 0.75% | 0.74% |
A Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 1.00% | 0.99% |
C Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 1.00% | 0.99% |
R Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 1.00% | 0.99% |
R5 Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.80% | 0.79% |
G Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.80% | 0.00% |
Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Directors has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended June 30, 2024 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. During the period, the interfund sales were $36,121,137 and there were no interfund purchases. The effect of interfund transactions on the Statement of Operations was $8,403,152 in net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $245,499,900 and $842,827,663, respectively.
5. Capital Share Transactions
Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Year ended June 30, 2024 | Year ended June 30, 2023 |
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount |
Investor Class/Shares Authorized | 480,000,000 | | | 480,000,000 | | |
Sold | 1,988,114 | | $ | 48,146,076 | | 940,132 | | $ | 17,704,070 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 3,999 | | 96,746 | | — | | — | |
Redeemed | (4,937,104) | | (117,024,384) | | (2,205,471) | | (40,593,144) | |
| (2,944,991) | | (68,781,562) | | (1,265,339) | | (22,889,074) | |
I Class/Shares Authorized | 100,000,000 | | | 100,000,000 | | |
Sold | 481,180 | | 12,009,048 | | 377,447 | | 7,126,295 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 1,617 | | 39,693 | | 5,907 | | 103,188 | |
Redeemed | (678,571) | | (16,190,061) | | (2,813,361) | | (50,886,281) | |
| (195,774) | | (4,141,320) | | (2,430,007) | | (43,656,798) | |
Y Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 6,539 | | 157,355 | | 52,397 | | 1,015,973 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 16 | | 390 | | 66 | | 1,156 | |
Redeemed | (11,957) | | (303,829) | | (34,364) | | (673,108) | |
| (5,402) | | (146,084) | | 18,099 | | 344,021 | |
A Class/Shares Authorized | 50,000,000 | | | 50,000,000 | | |
Sold | 378,220 | | 8,682,073 | | 342,653 | | 6,162,417 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 420 | | 9,861 | | — | | — | |
Redeemed | (380,876) | | (9,015,114) | | (429,301) | | (7,716,853) | |
| (2,236) | | (323,180) | | (86,648) | | (1,554,436) | |
C Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 14,938 | | 314,193 | | 5,253 | | 81,073 | |
Redeemed | (93,373) | | (1,795,977) | | (326,671) | | (4,962,521) | |
| (78,435) | | (1,481,784) | | (321,418) | | (4,881,448) | |
R Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 174,254 | | 3,909,738 | | 145,767 | | 2,518,092 | |
Redeemed | (215,428) | | (4,550,760) | | (120,233) | | (2,100,491) | |
| (41,174) | | (641,022) | | 25,534 | | 417,601 | |
R5 Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 27,757 | | 669,476 | | 12,195 | | 225,338 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 28 | | 689 | | 124 | | 2,177 | |
Redeemed | (1,666) | | (44,244) | | (66,641) | | (1,149,713) | |
| 26,119 | | 625,921 | | (54,322) | | (922,198) | |
G Class/Shares Authorized | 550,000,000 | | | 550,000,000 | | |
Sold | 247,767 | | 5,449,116 | | 2,159,845 | | 40,026,333 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 73,610 | | 1,726,883 | | 281,495 | | 5,038,511 | |
Redeemed | (22,635,694) | | (531,470,971) | | (5,451,825) | | (106,023,514) | |
| (22,314,317) | | (524,294,972) | | (3,010,485) | | (60,958,670) | |
Net increase (decrease) | (25,556,210) | | $ | (599,184,003) | | (7,124,586) | | $ | (134,101,002) | |
6. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 443,516,228 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 21,306 | | $ | 4,198,081 | | — | |
| $ | 443,537,534 | | $ | 4,198,081 | | — | |
7. Derivative Instruments
Equity Price Risk — The fund is subject to equity price risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on an equity index in order to manage its exposure to changes in market conditions. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund is required to deposit either cash or securities in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the contract value (initial margin). A fund may incur charges or earn income on cash deposit balances, which are reflected in interest expenses or interest income, respectively. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. During the period, the fund participated in equity price risk derivative instruments for temporary investment purposes.
At period end, the fund did not have any derivative instruments disclosed on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. For the year ended June 30, 2024, the effect of equity price risk derivative instruments on the Statement of Operations was $2,961,452 in net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions.
8. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
9. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
| | | | | | | | |
| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 194,980 | | $ | 5,145,058 | |
Long-term capital gains | $ | 1,682,441 | | — | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
The reclassifications, which are primarily due to tax equalization, were made to capital $81,495,673 and distributable earnings $(81,495,673).
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
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Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 196,308,483 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 254,628,933 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (3,201,801) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | 251,427,132 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | — | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) | $ | 251,427,132 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | — | |
Accumulated long-term gains | $ | 138,527,455 | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) | |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data | |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Operating Expenses (before expense waiver) | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Net Investment Income (Loss) (before expense waiver) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $21.70 | (0.07) | 7.39 | 7.32 | (0.01) | — | (0.01) | $29.01 | 33.74% | 1.00% | 1.01% | (0.29)% | (0.30)% | 40% | $285,301 | |
2023 | $17.68 | 0.01 | 4.01 | 4.02 | — | — | — | $21.70 | 22.74% | 1.00% | 1.01% | 0.06% | 0.05% | 142% | $277,357 | |
2022 | $26.83 | (0.06) | (3.76) | (3.82) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $17.68 | (19.47)% | 0.99% | 1.00% | (0.14)% | (0.15)% | 205% | $248,369 | |
2021 | $24.39 | (0.07) | 7.17 | 7.10 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $26.83 | 31.26% | 1.00% | 1.01% | (0.28)% | (0.29)% | 189% | $273,391 | |
2020 | $21.76 | (0.02) | 4.59 | 4.57 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $24.39 | 22.13% | 1.01% | 1.02% | (0.10)% | (0.11)% | 142% | $238,408 | |
I Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $22.00 | (0.03) | 7.51 | 7.48 | (0.01) | — | (0.01) | $29.47 | 34.03% | 0.80% | 0.81% | (0.09)% | (0.10)% | 40% | $83,098 | |
2023 | $17.92 | 0.05 | 4.06 | 4.11 | (0.03) | — | (0.03) | $22.00 | 22.96% | 0.80% | 0.81% | 0.26% | 0.25% | 142% | $66,363 | |
2022 | $27.08 | (0.02) | (3.81) | (3.83) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $17.92 | (19.31)% | 0.79% | 0.80% | 0.06% | 0.05% | 205% | $97,606 | |
2021 | $24.54 | (0.02) | 7.22 | 7.20 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $27.08 | 31.50% | 0.80% | 0.81% | (0.08)% | (0.09)% | 189% | $149,388 | |
2020 | $21.84 | 0.02 | 4.62 | 4.64 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $24.54 | 22.38% | 0.81% | 0.82% | 0.10% | 0.09% | 142% | $136,351 | |
Y Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $22.06 | (0.01) | 7.53 | 7.52 | (0.02) | — | (0.02) | $29.56 | 34.08% | 0.75% | 0.76% | (0.04)% | (0.05)% | 40% | $532 | |
2023 | $17.97 | 0.02 | 4.11 | 4.13 | (0.04) | — | (0.04) | $22.06 | 23.02% | 0.75% | 0.76% | 0.31% | 0.30% | 142% | $516 | |
2022 | $27.13 | (0.01) | (3.82) | (3.83) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $17.97 | (19.27)% | 0.74% | 0.75% | 0.11% | 0.10% | 205% | $95 | |
2021 | $24.56 | (0.01) | 7.24 | 7.23 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $27.13 | 31.61% | 0.75% | 0.76% | (0.03)% | (0.04)% | 189% | $159 | |
2020 | $21.85 | 0.04 | 4.61 | 4.65 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $24.56 | 22.42% | 0.76% | 0.77% | 0.15% | 0.14% | 142% | $232 | |
A Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $21.08 | (0.13) | 7.16 | 7.03 | —(3) | — | —(3) | $28.11 | 33.44% | 1.25% | 1.26% | (0.54)% | (0.55)% | 40% | $57,212 | |
2023 | $17.22 | (0.04) | 3.90 | 3.86 | — | — | — | $21.08 | 22.43% | 1.25% | 1.26% | (0.19)% | (0.20)% | 142% | $42,947 | |
2022 | $26.31 | (0.12) | (3.64) | (3.76) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $17.22 | (19.69)% | 1.24% | 1.25% | (0.39)% | (0.40)% | 205% | $36,573 | |
2021 | $24.05 | (0.13) | 7.05 | 6.92 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $26.31 | 30.93% | 1.25% | 1.26% | (0.53)% | (0.54)% | 189% | $47,150 | |
2020 | $21.53 | (0.08) | 4.54 | 4.46 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $24.05 | 21.84% | 1.26% | 1.27% | (0.35)% | (0.36)% | 142% | $34,139 | |
C Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $17.94 | (0.26) | 6.07 | 5.81 | — | — | — | $23.75 | 32.46% | 2.00% | 2.01% | (1.29)% | (1.30)% | 40% | $3,084 | |
2023 | $14.76 | (0.14) | 3.32 | 3.18 | — | — | — | $17.94 | 21.48% | 2.00% | 2.01% | (0.94)% | (0.95)% | 142% | $3,737 | |
2022 | $23.41 | (0.27) | (3.05) | (3.32) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $14.76 | (20.27)% | 1.99% | 2.00% | (1.14)% | (1.15)% | 205% | $7,820 | |
2021 | $21.99 | (0.29) | 6.37 | 6.08 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $23.41 | 29.92% | 2.00% | 2.01% | (1.28)% | (1.29)% | 189% | $16,775 | |
2020 | $19.98 | (0.22) | 4.17 | 3.95 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $21.99 | 20.94% | 2.01% | 2.02% | (1.10)% | (1.11)% | 142% | $22,346 | |
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) | |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data | |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Operating Expenses (before expense waiver) | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Net Investment Income (Loss) (before expense waiver) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
R Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $20.09 | (0.18) | 6.82 | 6.64 | — | — | — | $26.73 | 33.12% | 1.50% | 1.51% | (0.79)% | (0.80)% | 40% | $16,612 | |
2023 | $16.45 | (0.08) | 3.72 | 3.64 | — | — | — | $20.09 | 22.14% | 1.50% | 1.51% | (0.44)% | (0.45)% | 142% | $13,312 | |
2022 | $25.42 | (0.17) | (3.47) | (3.64) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $16.45 | (19.93)% | 1.49% | 1.50% | (0.64)% | (0.65)% | 205% | $10,481 | |
2021 | $23.42 | (0.19) | 6.85 | 6.66 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $25.42 | 30.63% | 1.50% | 1.51% | (0.78)% | (0.79)% | 189% | $12,958 | |
2020 | $21.06 | (0.13) | 4.43 | 4.30 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $23.42 | 21.56% | 1.51% | 1.52% | (0.60)% | (0.61)% | 142% | $9,548 | |
R5 Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $22.02 | (0.03) | 7.51 | 7.48 | (0.01) | — | (0.01) | $29.49 | 34.00% | 0.80% | 0.81% | (0.09)% | (0.10)% | 40% | $1,453 | |
2023 | $17.94 | 0.07 | 4.04 | 4.11 | (0.03) | — | (0.03) | $22.02 | 23.01% | 0.80% | 0.81% | 0.26% | 0.25% | 142% | $510 | |
2022 | $27.10 | (0.01) | (3.82) | (3.83) | — | (5.33) | (5.33) | $17.94 | (19.34)% | 0.79% | 0.80% | 0.06% | 0.05% | 205% | $1,390 | |
2021 | $24.55 | (0.02) | 7.23 | 7.21 | — | (4.66) | (4.66) | $27.10 | 31.53% | 0.80% | 0.81% | (0.08)% | (0.09)% | 189% | $1,528 | |
2020 | $21.85 | 0.02 | 4.62 | 4.64 | — | (1.94) | (1.94) | $24.55 | 22.37% | 0.81% | 0.82% | 0.10% | 0.09% | 142% | $1,153 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations or precisely reflect the class expense differentials due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Disciplined Growth Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Disciplined Growth Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was above its benchmark for the one-year period and below its benchmark for the three-, five-, and ten-year periods reviewed by the Board. The Board discussed the Fund’s performance with the Advisor and was satisfied with the efforts being undertaken by the Advisor. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an
administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was above the median of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense group. The Board and the Advisor agreed to a temporary reduction of the Fund's annual unified management fee of 0.09% (e.g., the Investor Class unified fee will be reduced from 1.00% to 0.91%) for at least one year, beginning August 1, 2024. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $194,980, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
The fund hereby designates $83,178,114, or up to the maximum amount allowable, as long-term capital gain distributions (20% rate gain distributions) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
The fund utilized earnings and profits of $81,495,673 distributed to shareholders on redemption of shares as part of the dividends paid deduction (tax equalization).
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| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information |
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| June 30, 2024 |
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| Equity Growth Fund |
| Investor Class (BEQGX) |
| I Class (AMEIX) |
| A Class (BEQAX) |
| C Class (AEYCX) |
| R Class (AEYRX) |
| R5 Class (AEYGX) |
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Schedule of Investments | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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COMMON STOCKS — 99.6% | | |
Aerospace and Defense — 1.7% | | |
Axon Enterprise, Inc.(1) | 14,471 | | $ | 4,257,947 | |
Boeing Co.(1) | 6,773 | | 1,232,754 | |
General Electric Co. | 7,613 | | 1,210,239 | |
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.(1) | 61,332 | | 1,227,253 | |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | 26,627 | | 12,437,472 | |
Rocket Lab USA, Inc.(1) | 275,891 | | 1,324,277 | |
RTX Corp. | 41,613 | | 4,177,529 | |
Textron, Inc. | 41,189 | | 3,536,487 | |
| | 29,403,958 | |
Air Freight and Logistics — 0.7% | | |
FedEx Corp. | 25,503 | | 7,646,819 | |
United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | 35,103 | | 4,803,846 | |
| | 12,450,665 | |
Automobiles — 0.5% | | |
Tesla, Inc.(1) | 45,625 | | 9,028,275 | |
Banks — 2.9% | | |
Bank of America Corp. | 102,068 | | 4,059,244 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 138,989 | | 28,111,915 | |
U.S. Bancorp | 180,607 | | 7,170,098 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | 151,030 | | 8,969,672 | |
| | 48,310,929 | |
Beverages — 0.6% | | |
Coca-Cola Co. | 106,471 | | 6,776,879 | |
Monster Beverage Corp.(1) | 22,050 | | 1,101,397 | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | 13,488 | | 2,224,576 | |
| | 10,102,852 | |
Biotechnology — 3.6% | | |
AbbVie, Inc. | 73,908 | | 12,676,700 | |
Alkermes PLC(1) | 31,298 | | 754,282 | |
Amgen, Inc. | 23,816 | | 7,441,309 | |
Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 46,929 | | 3,219,799 | |
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.(1) | 9,468 | | 1,303,460 | |
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 14,580 | | 15,324,017 | |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 42,054 | | 19,711,551 | |
| | 60,431,118 | |
Broadline Retail — 4.7% | | |
Amazon.com, Inc.(1) | 403,605 | | 77,996,666 | |
Coupang, Inc.(1) | 92,770 | | 1,943,532 | |
| | 79,940,198 | |
Building Products — 0.5% | | |
Builders FirstSource, Inc.(1) | 4,961 | | 686,652 | |
Masco Corp. | 21,106 | | 1,407,137 | |
Owens Corning | 32,159 | | 5,586,661 | |
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. | 6,583 | | 1,109,433 | |
| | 8,789,883 | |
Capital Markets — 0.9% | | |
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. | 25,970 | | 4,416,458 | |
Moody's Corp. | 3,042 | | 1,280,469 | |
Morgan Stanley | 32,596 | | 3,168,005 | |
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MSCI, Inc. | 6,679 | | $ | 3,217,608 | |
T Rowe Price Group, Inc. | 21,721 | | 2,504,649 | |
| | 14,587,189 | |
Chemicals — 0.7% | | |
Dow, Inc. | 28,380 | | 1,505,559 | |
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. | 15,473 | | 1,245,422 | |
LyondellBasell Industries NV, Class A | 26,031 | | 2,490,126 | |
PPG Industries, Inc. | 49,070 | | 6,177,422 | |
| | 11,418,529 | |
Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.7% | | |
MSA Safety, Inc. | 6,305 | | 1,183,385 | |
RB Global, Inc. | 15,983 | | 1,220,462 | |
Republic Services, Inc. | 25,102 | | 4,878,323 | |
Veralto Corp. | 21,995 | | 2,099,863 | |
Waste Management, Inc. | 10,107 | | 2,156,227 | |
| | 11,538,260 | |
Communications Equipment — 0.5% | | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | 140,626 | | 6,681,141 | |
F5, Inc.(1) | 11,946 | | 2,057,460 | |
| | 8,738,601 | |
Consumer Finance — 1.0% | | |
American Express Co. | 41,776 | | 9,673,233 | |
Discover Financial Services | 13,707 | | 1,793,013 | |
Synchrony Financial | 101,682 | | 4,798,373 | |
| | 16,264,619 | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail — 2.1% | | |
Sysco Corp. | 154,623 | | 11,038,536 | |
Target Corp. | 65,254 | | 9,660,202 | |
U.S. Foods Holding Corp.(1) | 40,071 | | 2,122,962 | |
Walmart, Inc. | 191,938 | | 12,996,122 | |
| | 35,817,822 | |
Distributors — 0.1% | | |
LKQ Corp. | 35,060 | | 1,458,146 | |
Pool Corp. | 3,504 | | 1,076,884 | |
| | 2,535,030 | |
Electric Utilities — 0.3% | | |
American Electric Power Co., Inc. | 30,996 | | 2,719,589 | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | 26,960 | | 1,909,038 | |
| | 4,628,627 | |
Electrical Equipment — 0.2% | | |
Acuity Brands, Inc. | 6,009 | | 1,450,813 | |
Atkore, Inc. | 9,592 | | 1,294,249 | |
| | 2,745,062 | |
Energy Equipment and Services — 0.5% | | |
Halliburton Co. | 50,943 | | 1,720,854 | |
Schlumberger NV | 159,305 | | 7,516,010 | |
| | 9,236,864 | |
Entertainment — 0.7% | | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | 10,566 | | 1,472,161 | |
Netflix, Inc.(1) | 10,197 | | 6,881,751 | |
Walt Disney Co. | 29,761 | | 2,954,970 | |
| | 11,308,882 | |
Financial Services — 3.9% | | |
AvidXchange Holdings, Inc.(1) | 106,029 | | 1,278,710 | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(1) | 35,315 | | 14,366,142 | |
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Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | 22,546 | | $ | 1,699,066 | |
Fiserv, Inc.(1) | 7,923 | | 1,180,844 | |
Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 27,760 | | 12,246,602 | |
PayPal Holdings, Inc.(1) | 63,304 | | 3,673,531 | |
Visa, Inc., Class A | 117,040 | | 30,719,489 | |
| | 65,164,384 | |
Food Products — 0.7% | | |
Conagra Brands, Inc. | 103,012 | | 2,927,601 | |
General Mills, Inc. | 22,078 | | 1,396,654 | |
Hershey Co. | 20,218 | | 3,716,675 | |
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. | 11,484 | | 965,575 | |
McCormick & Co., Inc. | 32,242 | | 2,287,248 | |
Mondelez International, Inc., Class A | 17,144 | | 1,121,903 | |
| | 12,415,656 | |
Gas Utilities — 0.2% | | |
Atmos Energy Corp. | 29,161 | | 3,401,631 | |
Ground Transportation — 1.3% | | |
Uber Technologies, Inc.(1) | 272,388 | | 19,797,160 | |
Union Pacific Corp. | 9,426 | | 2,132,727 | |
| | 21,929,887 | |
Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 1.2% | | |
Abbott Laboratories | 49,325 | | 5,125,361 | |
Align Technology, Inc.(1) | 15,715 | | 3,794,073 | |
Integer Holdings Corp.(1) | 10,705 | | 1,239,532 | |
Lantheus Holdings, Inc.(1) | 16,417 | | 1,318,121 | |
Medtronic PLC | 40,416 | | 3,181,143 | |
Stryker Corp. | 3,729 | | 1,268,792 | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 42,444 | | 4,606,447 | |
| | 20,533,469 | |
Health Care Providers and Services — 2.5% | | |
Cardinal Health, Inc. | 49,882 | | 4,904,398 | |
Centene Corp.(1) | 132,234 | | 8,767,114 | |
Cigna Group | 20,139 | | 6,657,349 | |
DaVita, Inc.(1) | 8,000 | | 1,108,560 | |
Elevance Health, Inc. | 9,300 | | 5,039,298 | |
HCA Healthcare, Inc. | 7,758 | | 2,492,490 | |
Henry Schein, Inc.(1) | 27,567 | | 1,767,045 | |
McKesson Corp. | 17,958 | | 10,488,191 | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | 1,850 | | 942,131 | |
| | 42,166,576 | |
Health Care Technology — 0.5% | | |
Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A(1) | 43,646 | | 7,987,654 | |
Hotel & Resort REITs — 0.2% | | |
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | 86,558 | | 1,556,313 | |
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. | 118,736 | | 1,241,978 | |
| | 2,798,291 | |
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 1.7% | | |
Booking Holdings, Inc. | 3,987 | | 15,794,500 | |
Darden Restaurants, Inc. | 12,020 | | 1,818,866 | |
Expedia Group, Inc.(1) | 20,709 | | 2,609,127 | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. | 20,049 | | 887,168 | |
Starbucks Corp. | 76,990 | | 5,993,672 | |
Yum! Brands, Inc. | 9,623 | | 1,274,663 | |
| | 28,377,996 | |
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Household Durables — 0.4% | | |
DR Horton, Inc. | 12,247 | | $ | 1,725,970 | |
Lennar Corp., Class A | 27,740 | | 4,157,394 | |
PulteGroup, Inc. | 8,573 | | 943,887 | |
| | 6,827,251 | |
Household Products — 2.0% | | |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. | 145,245 | | 14,094,575 | |
Kimberly-Clark Corp. | 64,623 | | 8,930,899 | |
Procter & Gamble Co. | 69,533 | | 11,467,382 | |
| | 34,492,856 | |
Industrial REITs — 0.1% | | |
Prologis, Inc. | 12,455 | | 1,398,821 | |
Insurance — 2.1% | | |
Aon PLC, Class A | 11,161 | | 3,276,646 | |
Arch Capital Group Ltd.(1) | 22,294 | | 2,249,242 | |
Chubb Ltd. | 12,356 | | 3,151,769 | |
Everest Group Ltd. | 15,093 | | 5,750,735 | |
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. | 15,329 | | 3,230,127 | |
MetLife, Inc. | 40,638 | | 2,852,381 | |
Travelers Cos., Inc. | 51,707 | | 10,514,101 | |
W R Berkley Corp. | 60,777 | | 4,775,857 | |
| | 35,800,858 | |
Interactive Media and Services — 7.0% | | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 222,264 | | 40,485,388 | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 209,959 | | 38,510,680 | |
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 78,116 | | 39,387,649 | |
| | 118,383,717 | |
IT Services — 1.0% | | |
Accenture PLC, Class A | 21,916 | | 6,649,533 | |
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Class A | 23,698 | | 1,611,464 | |
International Business Machines Corp. | 54,068 | | 9,351,061 | |
| | 17,612,058 | |
Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.7% | | |
Agilent Technologies, Inc. | 40,304 | | 5,224,607 | |
Avantor, Inc.(1) | 49,438 | | 1,048,086 | |
IQVIA Holdings, Inc.(1) | 8,725 | | 1,844,814 | |
Medpace Holdings, Inc.(1) | 3,929 | | 1,618,159 | |
Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.(1) | 1,637 | | 2,287,855 | |
| | 12,023,521 | |
Machinery — 3.2% | | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | 73,116 | | 24,354,940 | |
Crane Co. | 8,585 | | 1,244,653 | |
Cummins, Inc. | 28,217 | | 7,814,134 | |
Donaldson Co., Inc. | 10,648 | | 761,971 | |
Dover Corp. | 9,143 | | 1,649,854 | |
Ingersoll Rand, Inc. | 13,493 | | 1,225,704 | |
Otis Worldwide Corp. | 25,176 | | 2,423,442 | |
PACCAR, Inc. | 50,559 | | 5,204,543 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp. | 14,030 | | 7,096,514 | |
Snap-on, Inc. | 6,035 | | 1,577,489 | |
SPX Technologies, Inc.(1) | 8,713 | | 1,238,466 | |
| | 54,591,710 | |
Media — 0.6% | | |
Comcast Corp., Class A | 148,365 | | 5,809,973 | |
Trade Desk, Inc., Class A(1) | 36,867 | | 3,600,800 | |
| | 9,410,773 | |
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Metals and Mining — 0.2% | | |
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.(1) | 91,100 | | $ | 1,402,029 | |
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | 23,562 | | 1,145,113 | |
| | 2,547,142 | |
Multi-Utilities — 0.5% | | |
Consolidated Edison, Inc. | 43,766 | | 3,913,556 | |
WEC Energy Group, Inc. | 64,173 | | 5,035,013 | |
| | 8,948,569 | |
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 3.9% | | |
Chevron Corp. | 24,420 | | 3,819,776 | |
ConocoPhillips | 152,806 | | 17,477,950 | |
Coterra Energy, Inc. | 43,855 | | 1,169,613 | |
Devon Energy Corp. | 131,814 | | 6,247,984 | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | 60,091 | | 7,563,654 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | 157,008 | | 18,074,761 | |
Hess Corp. | 7,610 | | 1,122,627 | |
Marathon Oil Corp. | 28,985 | | 831,000 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 15,378 | | 2,667,775 | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | 118,785 | | 7,487,019 | |
| | 66,462,159 | |
Personal Care Products — 0.2% | | |
Kenvue, Inc. | 171,066 | | 3,109,980 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 4.1% | | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | 77,516 | | 3,219,239 | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | 30,660 | | 27,758,951 | |
Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC(1) | 9,147 | | 976,259 | |
Johnson & Johnson | 70,385 | | 10,287,472 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | 213,796 | | 26,467,945 | |
| | 68,709,866 | |
Professional Services — 0.3% | | |
Jacobs Solutions, Inc. | 16,625 | | 2,322,679 | |
Leidos Holdings, Inc. | 17,112 | | 2,496,298 | |
| | 4,818,977 | |
Real Estate Management and Development — 0.1% | | |
CBRE Group, Inc., Class A(1) | 10,874 | | 968,982 | |
Retail REITs — 0.4% | | |
Simon Property Group, Inc. | 44,652 | | 6,778,174 | |
Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 13.9% | | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | 80,994 | | 19,113,774 | |
Broadcom, Inc. | 12,921 | | 20,745,053 | |
KLA Corp. | 15,850 | | 13,068,483 | |
Microchip Technology, Inc. | 125,490 | | 11,482,335 | |
NVIDIA Corp. | 1,011,900 | | 125,010,126 | |
NXP Semiconductors NV | 66,887 | | 17,998,623 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | 130,548 | | 26,002,551 | |
| | 233,420,945 | |
Software — 12.8% | | |
Adobe, Inc.(1) | 31,444 | | 17,468,400 | |
AppLovin Corp., Class A(1) | 69,723 | | 5,802,348 | |
Autodesk, Inc.(1) | 13,829 | | 3,421,986 | |
Crowdstrike Holdings, Inc., Class A(1) | 33,391 | | 12,795,097 | |
Datadog, Inc., Class A(1) | 10,321 | | 1,338,530 | |
Fortinet, Inc.(1) | 82,772 | | 4,988,668 | |
Intuit, Inc. | 21,800 | | 14,327,178 | |
Microsoft Corp. | 275,283 | | 123,037,737 | |
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Oracle Corp. | 29,863 | | $ | 4,216,656 | |
Palantir Technologies, Inc., Class A(1) | 191,223 | | 4,843,679 | |
Salesforce, Inc. | 20,632 | | 5,304,487 | |
ServiceNow, Inc.(1) | 18,099 | | 14,237,940 | |
Synopsys, Inc.(1) | 4,995 | | 2,972,325 | |
| | 214,755,031 | |
Specialized REITs — 0.3% | | |
Public Storage | 14,762 | | 4,246,289 | |
Specialty Retail — 2.7% | | |
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Class A(1) | 9,301 | | 1,654,090 | |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. | 48,797 | | 973,988 | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc. | 47,379 | | 1,850,150 | |
Burlington Stores, Inc.(1) | 8,159 | | 1,958,160 | |
Gap, Inc. | 120,604 | | 2,881,229 | |
Home Depot, Inc. | 31,727 | | 10,921,702 | |
Lowe's Cos., Inc. | 40,173 | | 8,856,540 | |
Ross Stores, Inc. | 51,809 | | 7,528,884 | |
TJX Cos., Inc. | 50,807 | | 5,593,851 | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc.(1) | 7,305 | | 2,818,780 | |
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. | 1,267 | | 357,763 | |
| | 45,395,137 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 6.6% | | |
Apple, Inc. | 514,232 | | 108,307,544 | |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. | 125,604 | | 2,659,036 | |
| | 110,966,580 | |
Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.4% | | |
Lululemon Athletica, Inc.(1) | 20,091 | | 6,001,182 | |
Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.8% | | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(1) | 27,105 | | 2,453,003 | |
Ferguson PLC | 23,463 | | 4,543,610 | |
GMS, Inc.(1) | 12,889 | | 1,038,982 | |
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., Class A | 4,932 | | 391,157 | |
United Rentals, Inc. | 4,633 | | 2,996,300 | |
WESCO International, Inc. | 14,418 | | 2,285,541 | |
| | 13,708,593 | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.2% | | |
T-Mobile U.S., Inc. | 19,892 | | 3,504,573 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $1,047,325,697) | | 1,676,936,651 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.4% | | |
Money Market Funds — 0.0% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 27,961 | | 27,961 | |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.4% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $457,103), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $447,986) | | 447,789 | |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.50%, 11/15/33, valued at $4,895,098), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $4,801,120) | | 4,799,000 | |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 0.875% - 4.625%, 10/15/25 - 12/31/27, valued at $1,829,592), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $1,793,790) | | 1,793,000 | |
| | 7,039,789 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $7,067,750) | | 7,067,750 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.0% (Cost $1,054,393,447) | | 1,684,004,401 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | (570,278) | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 1,683,434,123 | |
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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS |
(1)Non-income producing.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
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JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $1,054,393,447) | $ | 1,684,004,401 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 453,492 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 889,224 | |
| 1,685,347,117 | |
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Liabilities | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 1,017,544 | |
Accrued management fees | 874,756 | |
Distribution and service fees payable | 20,694 | |
| 1,912,994 | |
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Net Assets | $ | 1,683,434,123 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 1,135,012,601 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 548,421,522 | |
| $ | 1,683,434,123 | |
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| Net Assets | Shares Outstanding | Net Asset Value Per Share* |
Investor Class, $0.01 Par Value | $1,524,738,282 | 48,893,178 | $31.19 |
I Class, $0.01 Par Value | $75,066,453 | 2,402,791 | $31.24 |
A Class, $0.01 Par Value | $56,083,736 | 1,802,911 | $31.11 |
C Class, $0.01 Par Value | $1,442,860 | 47,869 | $30.14 |
R Class, $0.01 Par Value | $20,000,289 | 642,737 | $31.12 |
R5 Class, $0.01 Par Value | $6,102,503 | 195,280 | $31.25 |
*Maximum offering price per share was equal to the net asset value per share for all share classes, except A Class, for which the maximum offering price per share was $33.01 (net asset value divided by 0.9425). A contingent deferred sales charge may be imposed on redemptions of A Class and C Class.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 | |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $41,341) | $ | 21,878,152 | |
Interest | 440,948 | |
| 22,319,100 | |
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Expenses: | |
Management fees | 10,135,109 | |
Distribution and service fees: | |
A Class | 129,207 | |
C Class | 15,879 | |
R Class | 91,224 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 115,232 | |
Other expenses | 6,503 | |
| 10,493,154 | |
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Net investment income (loss) | 11,825,946 | |
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investment transactions | 173,446,438 | |
Futures contract transactions | 1,027,205 | |
| 174,473,643 | |
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Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | 177,969,797 | |
Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (4,059) | |
| 177,965,738 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 352,439,381 | |
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Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 364,265,327 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
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YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 11,825,946 | | $ | 38,878,119 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | 174,473,643 | | (41,433,144) | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | 177,965,738 | | 230,490,918 | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 364,265,327 | | 227,935,893 | |
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Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings: | | |
Investor Class | (10,749,978) | | (127,015,055) | |
I Class | (806,062) | | (25,537,540) | |
A Class | (266,137) | | (3,994,179) | |
C Class | (81) | | (217,827) | |
R Class | (48,187) | | (1,571,464) | |
R5 Class | (49,080) | | (437,889) | |
G Class | — | | (77,289,590) | |
Decrease in net assets from distributions | (11,919,525) | | (236,063,544) | |
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Capital Share Transactions | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5) | (416,447,420) | | (1,208,655,291) | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets | (64,101,618) | | (1,216,782,942) | |
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Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 1,747,535,741 | | 2,964,318,683 | |
End of period | $ | 1,683,434,123 | | $ | 1,747,535,741 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Equity Growth Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital growth by investing in common stocks.
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge. On December 19, 2022, there were no outstanding G Class shares and the fund discontinued offering G Class.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities, including investment securities and other financial instruments, initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars each day at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid quarterly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), extraordinary expenses, and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund's assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included.
The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended June 30, 2024 are as follows:
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| Investment Category Fee Range | Complex Fee Range | Effective Annual Management Fee |
Investor Class | 0.3380% to 0.5200% | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
I Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.45% |
A Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
C Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
R Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
R5 Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.45% |
Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Directors has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended June 30, 2024 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $836,095,836 and $1,248,985,789, respectively.
5. Capital Share Transactions
Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows:
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| Year ended June 30, 2024 | Year ended June 30, 2023 |
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount |
Investor Class/Shares Authorized | 850,000,000 | | | 850,000,000 | | |
Sold | 2,088,450 | | $ | 57,073,357 | | 1,753,291 | | $ | 41,540,272 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 377,823 | | 10,422,914 | | 5,260,468 | | 123,460,216 | |
Redeemed | (8,470,256) | | (228,934,010) | | (16,581,216) | | (388,132,087) | |
| (6,003,983) | | (161,437,739) | | (9,567,457) | | (223,131,599) | |
I Class/Shares Authorized | 140,000,000 | | | 140,000,000 | | |
Sold | 381,269 | | 10,677,457 | | 1,043,527 | | 24,680,467 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 28,410 | | 775,028 | | 1,076,037 | | 25,296,991 | |
Redeemed | (10,282,789) | | (257,911,816) | | (5,258,972) | | (122,798,567) | |
| (9,873,110) | | (246,459,331) | | (3,139,408) | | (72,821,109) | |
A Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 270,964 | | 7,056,990 | | 197,824 | | 4,676,284 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 9,169 | | 250,229 | | 159,562 | | 3,734,444 | |
Redeemed | (463,434) | | (12,536,274) | | (522,827) | | (12,426,415) | |
| (183,301) | | (5,229,055) | | (165,441) | | (4,015,687) | |
C Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 12,452 | | 327,922 | | 5,122 | | 116,676 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 3 | | 69 | | 8,400 | | 191,371 | |
Redeemed | (49,185) | | (1,253,316) | | (73,601) | | (1,665,269) | |
| (36,730) | | (925,325) | | (60,079) | | (1,357,222) | |
R Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 165,308 | | 4,480,833 | | 160,903 | | 3,767,016 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 1,819 | | 48,169 | | 67,124 | | 1,571,363 | |
Redeemed | (276,292) | | (7,137,484) | | (289,406) | | (6,780,601) | |
| (109,165) | | (2,608,482) | | (61,379) | | (1,442,222) | |
R5 Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 30,390 | | 875,320 | | 58,002 | | 1,388,428 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 1,245 | | 34,695 | | 14,804 | | 348,099 | |
Redeemed | (26,558) | | (697,503) | | (70,777) | | (1,627,963) | |
| 5,077 | | 212,512 | | 2,029 | | 108,564 | |
G Class/Shares Authorized | 1,300,000,000 | | | 1,300,000,000 | | |
Sold | | | 758,320 | | 18,614,646 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | | | 3,277,978 | | 77,289,590 | |
Redeemed | | | (43,502,799) | | (1,001,900,252) | |
| | | (39,466,501) | | (905,996,016) | |
Net increase (decrease) | (16,201,212) | | $ | (416,447,420) | | (52,458,236) | | $ | (1,208,655,291) | |
6. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 1,676,936,651 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 27,961 | | $ | 7,039,789 | | — | |
| $ | 1,676,964,612 | | $ | 7,039,789 | | — | |
7. Derivative Instruments
Equity Price Risk — The fund is subject to equity price risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on an equity index in order to manage its exposure to changes in market conditions. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund is required to deposit either cash or securities in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the contract value (initial margin). A fund may incur charges or earn income on cash deposit balances, which are reflected in interest expenses or interest income, respectively. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. During the period, the fund participated in equity price risk derivative instruments for temporary investment purposes.
At period end, the fund did not have any derivative instruments disclosed on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. For the year ended June 30, 2024, the effect of equity price risk derivative instruments on the Statement of Operations was $1,027,205 in net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions.
8. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
9. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 11,919,525 | | $ | 37,539,997 | |
Long-term capital gains | — | | $ | 198,523,547 | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
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Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 1,062,107,256 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 642,110,713 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (20,213,568) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | 621,897,145 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | 3,341 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) | $ | 621,900,486 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | $ | 298,137 | |
Accumulated short-term capital losses | $ | (73,777,101) | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) | |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.89 | 0.20 | 6.31 | 6.51 | (0.21) | — | (0.21) | $31.19 | 26.26% | 0.66% | 0.74% | 53% | $1,524,738 | |
2023 | $24.15 | 0.36 | 2.47 | 2.83 | (0.37) | (1.72) | (2.09) | $24.89 | 12.34% | 0.66% | 1.60% | 169% | $1,366,594 | |
2022 | $36.56 | 0.24 | (3.83) | (3.59) | (0.22) | (8.60) | (8.82) | $24.15 | (14.48)% | 0.65% | 0.80% | 238% | $1,556,896 | |
2021 | $30.41 | 0.29 | 9.82 | 10.11 | (0.29) | (3.67) | (3.96) | $36.56 | 35.42% | 0.66% | 0.84% | 186% | $1,998,353 | |
2020 | $31.73 | 0.34 | 1.58 | 1.92 | (0.33) | (2.91) | (3.24) | $30.41 | 5.86% | 0.67% | 1.09% | 113% | $1,789,426 | |
I Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.94 | 0.25 | 6.32 | 6.57 | (0.27) | — | (0.27) | $31.24 | 26.46% | 0.46% | 0.94% | 53% | $75,066 | |
2023 | $24.19 | 0.39 | 2.50 | 2.89 | (0.42) | (1.72) | (2.14) | $24.94 | 12.59% | 0.46% | 1.80% | 169% | $306,157 | |
2022 | $36.61 | 0.30 | (3.84) | (3.54) | (0.28) | (8.60) | (8.88) | $24.19 | (14.32)% | 0.45% | 1.00% | 238% | $372,948 | |
2021 | $30.45 | 0.34 | 9.85 | 10.19 | (0.36) | (3.67) | (4.03) | $36.61 | 35.68% | 0.46% | 1.04% | 186% | $548,632 | |
2020 | $31.76 | 0.40 | 1.59 | 1.99 | (0.39) | (2.91) | (3.30) | $30.45 | 6.10% | 0.47% | 1.29% | 113% | $419,610 | |
A Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.83 | 0.13 | 6.29 | 6.42 | (0.14) | — | (0.14) | $31.11 | 25.93% | 0.91% | 0.49% | 53% | $56,084 | |
2023 | $24.10 | 0.29 | 2.47 | 2.76 | (0.31) | (1.72) | (2.03) | $24.83 | 12.09% | 0.91% | 1.35% | 169% | $49,323 | |
2022 | $36.50 | 0.15 | (3.81) | (3.66) | (0.14) | (8.60) | (8.74) | $24.10 | (14.73)% | 0.90% | 0.55% | 238% | $51,847 | |
2021 | $30.36 | 0.20 | 9.81 | 10.01 | (0.20) | (3.67) | (3.87) | $36.50 | 35.10% | 0.91% | 0.59% | 186% | $75,252 | |
2020 | $31.69 | 0.26 | 1.57 | 1.83 | (0.25) | (2.91) | (3.16) | $30.36 | 5.57% | 0.92% | 0.84% | 113% | $61,504 | |
C Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.12 | (0.07) | 6.09 | 6.02 | —(3) | — | —(3) | $30.14 | 24.96% | 1.66% | (0.26)% | 53% | $1,443 | |
2023 | $23.48 | 0.12 | 2.39 | 2.51 | (0.15) | (1.72) | (1.87) | $24.12 | 11.23% | 1.66% | 0.60% | 169% | $2,041 | |
2022 | $35.92 | (0.09) | (3.71) | (3.80) | (0.04) | (8.60) | (8.64) | $23.48 | (15.34)% | 1.65% | (0.20)% | 238% | $3,397 | |
2021 | $29.98 | (0.05) | 9.66 | 9.61 | —(3) | (3.67) | (3.67) | $35.92 | 34.07% | 1.66% | (0.16)% | 186% | $4,950 | |
2020 | $31.34 | 0.03 | 1.55 | 1.58 | (0.03) | (2.91) | (2.94) | $29.98 | 4.80% | 1.67% | 0.09% | 113% | $5,880 | |
R Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.84 | 0.06 | 6.29 | 6.35 | (0.07) | — | (0.07) | $31.12 | 25.61% | 1.16% | 0.24% | 53% | $20,000 | |
2023 | $24.10 | 0.23 | 2.48 | 2.71 | (0.25) | (1.72) | (1.97) | $24.84 | 11.80% | 1.16% | 1.10% | 169% | $18,677 | |
2022 | $36.53 | 0.07 | (3.82) | (3.75) | (0.08) | (8.60) | (8.68) | $24.10 | (14.92)% | 1.15% | 0.30% | 238% | $19,602 | |
2021 | $30.38 | 0.12 | 9.81 | 9.93 | (0.11) | (3.67) | (3.78) | $36.53 | 34.77% | 1.16% | 0.34% | 186% | $24,891 | |
2020 | $31.71 | 0.18 | 1.57 | 1.75 | (0.17) | (2.91) | (3.08) | $30.38 | 5.31% | 1.17% | 0.59% | 113% | $21,394 | |
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) | |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
R5 Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $24.95 | 0.26 | 6.31 | 6.57 | (0.27) | — | (0.27) | $31.25 | 26.50% | 0.46% | 0.94% | 53% | $6,103 | |
2023 | $24.20 | 0.40 | 2.49 | 2.89 | (0.42) | (1.72) | (2.14) | $24.95 | 12.59% | 0.46% | 1.80% | 169% | $4,745 | |
2022 | $36.62 | 0.30 | (3.84) | (3.54) | (0.28) | (8.60) | (8.88) | $24.20 | (14.34)% | 0.45% | 1.00% | 238% | $4,553 | |
2021 | $30.45 | 0.34 | 9.86 | 10.20 | (0.36) | (3.67) | (4.03) | $36.62 | 35.72% | 0.46% | 1.04% | 186% | $6,096 | |
2020 | $31.77 | 0.40 | 1.58 | 1.98 | (0.39) | (2.91) | (3.30) | $30.45 | 6.06% | 0.47% | 1.29% | 113% | $2,302 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations or precisely reflect the class expense differentials due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Equity Growth Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Equity Growth Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was below its benchmark for the one-, three-, five-, and ten-year periods reviewed by the Board. The Board discussed the Fund’s performance with the Advisor and was satisfied with the efforts being undertaken by the Advisor. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such
services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was below the median of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense group. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $11,919,525, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
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| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information |
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| June 30, 2024 |
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| Global Gold Fund |
| Investor Class (BGEIX) |
| I Class (AGGNX) |
| A Class (ACGGX) |
| C Class (AGYCX) |
| R Class (AGGWX) |
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Schedule of Investments | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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Other Tax Information | |
JUNE 30, 2024
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| Shares | Value |
COMMON STOCKS — 99.4% | | |
Australia — 14.0% | | |
Capricorn Metals Ltd.(1) | 2,650,500 | | $ | 8,433,356 | |
Evolution Mining Ltd. | 4,282,597 | | 10,014,266 | |
Gold Road Resources Ltd. | 1,912,900 | | 2,174,665 | |
Northern Star Resources Ltd. | 3,202,317 | | 27,809,105 | |
Perseus Mining Ltd. | 8,815,500 | | 13,841,689 | |
Ramelius Resources Ltd. | 3,931,000 | | 5,049,564 | |
Regis Resources Ltd.(1) | 5,565,700 | | 6,521,072 | |
Resolute Mining Ltd.(1) | 10,272,400 | | 3,572,198 | |
West African Resources Ltd.(1) | 6,196,700 | | 6,647,575 | |
Westgold Resources Ltd.(2) | 2,873,900 | | 4,625,150 | |
| | 88,688,640 | |
Canada — 47.9% | | |
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. | 496,973 | | 32,502,034 | |
Alamos Gold, Inc., Class A | 1,312,600 | | 20,581,568 | |
Aris Mining Corp.(1)(2) | 870,300 | | 3,288,952 | |
Aya Gold & Silver, Inc.(1) | 151,500 | | 1,503,871 | |
B2Gold Corp. | 5,639,700 | | 15,227,190 | |
Barrick Gold Corp. | 1,508,220 | | 25,157,110 | |
Calibre Mining Corp.(1)(2) | 3,151,200 | | 4,146,164 | |
Centerra Gold, Inc. | 524,300 | | 3,525,865 | |
Dundee Precious Metals, Inc.(2) | 1,390,600 | | 10,886,536 | |
Eldorado Gold Corp.(1) | 364,000 | | 5,383,560 | |
Fortuna Silver Mines, Inc.(1) | 1,590,400 | | 7,777,056 | |
Franco-Nevada Corp. | 201,300 | | 23,858,076 | |
IAMGOLD Corp.(1) | 3,291,800 | | 12,344,250 | |
K92 Mining, Inc.(1) | 1,263,500 | | 7,250,082 | |
Karora Resources, Inc.(1)(2) | 499,800 | | 2,177,412 | |
Kinross Gold Corp. | 3,596,657 | | 29,924,186 | |
Lundin Gold, Inc.(2) | 223,800 | | 3,306,164 | |
New Gold, Inc.(1) | 2,156,900 | | 4,205,955 | |
Novagold Resources, Inc.(1) | 579,200 | | 2,027,973 | |
OceanaGold Corp. | 4,994,900 | | 11,464,483 | |
Orla Mining Ltd.(1)(2) | 394,500 | | 1,513,925 | |
Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd. | 519,900 | | 8,100,042 | |
Pan American Silver Corp. | 946,263 | | 18,811,708 | |
Silvercorp Metals, Inc.(2) | 1,024,700 | | 3,430,522 | |
SilverCrest Metals, Inc.(1) | 244,100 | | 1,989,415 | |
SSR Mining, Inc. | 139,400 | | 628,694 | |
Torex Gold Resources, Inc.(1) | 692,764 | | 10,735,424 | |
Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp.(2) | 153,700 | | 2,384,061 | |
Victoria Gold Corp.(1) | 473,000 | | 366,493 | |
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. | 546,400 | | 28,642,288 | |
| | 303,141,059 | |
China — 7.3% | | |
Zhaojin Mining Industry Co. Ltd., H Shares | 5,295,000 | | 8,865,382 | |
Zijin Mining Group Co. Ltd., H Shares | 17,790,000 | | 37,483,670 | |
| | 46,349,052 | |
Peru — 1.0% | | |
Cia de Minas Buenaventura SAA, ADR | 388,200 | | 6,579,990 | |
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| Shares | Value |
South Africa — 13.2% | | |
Anglogold Ashanti PLC | 1,043,876 | | $ | 26,232,604 | |
DRDGOLD Ltd., ADR | 679,600 | | 5,851,356 | |
Gold Fields Ltd., ADR | 1,753,100 | | 26,121,190 | |
Harmony Gold Mining Co. Ltd., ADR | 2,223,900 | | 20,393,163 | |
Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. | 391,800 | | 1,945,848 | |
Northam Platinum Holdings Ltd. | 404,500 | | 2,829,683 | |
| | 83,373,844 | |
United Kingdom — 6.6% | | |
Centamin PLC | 8,145,500 | | 12,447,872 | |
Endeavour Mining PLC | 994,504 | | 21,008,856 | |
Hochschild Mining PLC(1) | 2,152,100 | | 4,848,824 | |
Pan African Resources PLC | 10,524,300 | | 3,478,854 | |
| | 41,784,406 | |
United States — 9.4% | | |
Coeur Mining, Inc.(1) | 350,200 | | 1,968,124 | |
Hecla Mining Co. | 1,087,400 | | 5,273,890 | |
Newmont Corp. | 668,980 | | 28,010,193 | |
Royal Gold, Inc. | 194,421 | | 24,333,732 | |
| | 59,585,939 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $394,141,706) | | 629,502,930 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 1.6% | | |
Money Market Funds — 1.0% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 17,670 | | 17,670 | |
State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio(3) | 6,264,278 | | 6,264,278 | |
| | 6,281,948 | |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.6% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $230,928), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $226,322) | | 226,222 | |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.625%, 2/15/40, valued at $2,472,548), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $2,425,071) | | 2,424,000 | |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 0.625% - 4.125%, 5/31/25 - 1/31/28, valued at $925,320), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $906,399) | | 906,000 | |
| | 3,556,222 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $9,838,170) | | 9,838,170 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 101.0% (Cost $403,979,876) | | 639,341,100 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (1.0)% | | (6,057,222) | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 633,283,878 | |
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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS |
ADR | – | American Depositary Receipt |
(1)Non-income producing.
(2)Security, or a portion thereof, is on loan. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities on loan was $14,725,009. The amount of securities on loan indicated may not correspond with the securities on loan identified because securities with pending sales are in the process of recall from the brokers.
(3)Investment of cash collateral from securities on loan. At the period end, the aggregate value of the collateral held by the fund was $15,517,399, which includes securities collateral of $9,253,121.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
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JUNE 30, 2024 |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $397,715,598) — including $14,725,009 of securities on loan | $ | 633,076,822 | |
Investment made with cash collateral received for securities on loan, at value (cost of $6,264,278) | 6,264,278 | |
Total investment securities, at value (cost of $403,979,876) | 639,341,100 | |
Foreign currency holdings, at value (cost of $462,637) | 462,637 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 307,274 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 70,062 | |
Securities lending receivable | 16,661 | |
| 640,197,734 | |
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Liabilities | |
Payable for collateral received for securities on loan | 6,264,278 | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 309,894 | |
Accrued management fees | 331,530 | |
Distribution and service fees payable | 8,154 | |
| 6,913,856 | |
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Net Assets | $ | 633,283,878 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 543,003,362 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 90,280,516 | |
| $ | 633,283,878 | |
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| Net Assets | Shares Outstanding | Net Asset Value Per Share* |
Investor Class, $0.01 Par Value | $559,328,457 | 46,988,126 | $11.90 |
I Class, $0.01 Par Value | $47,223,213 | 3,918,657 | $12.05 |
A Class, $0.01 Par Value | $17,885,226 | 1,538,438 | $11.63 |
C Class, $0.01 Par Value | $2,274,316 | 207,002 | $10.99 |
R Class, $0.01 Par Value | $6,572,666 | 572,556 | $11.48 |
*Maximum offering price per share was equal to the net asset value per share for all share classes, except A Class, for which the maximum offering price per share was $12.34 (net asset value divided by 0.9425). A contingent deferred sales charge may be imposed on redemptions of A Class and C Class.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $1,099,998) | $ | 11,106,304 | |
Interest | 277,074 | |
Securities lending, net | 71,547 | |
| 11,454,925 | |
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Expenses: | |
Management fees | 3,640,981 | |
Distribution and service fees: | |
A Class | 39,098 | |
C Class | 20,719 | |
R Class | 30,260 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 41,629 | |
Other expenses | 3,069 | |
| 3,775,756 | |
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Net investment income (loss) | 7,679,169 | |
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investment transactions | 1,335,154 | |
Foreign currency translation transactions | 90,501 | |
| 1,425,655 | |
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Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | 90,183,525 | |
Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (60) | |
| 90,183,465 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 91,609,120 | |
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Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 99,288,289 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
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YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 7,679,169 | | $ | 8,285,513 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | 1,425,655 | | (6,012,146) | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | 90,183,465 | | 30,054,959 | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 99,288,289 | | 32,328,326 | |
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Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings: | | |
Investor Class | (7,389,337) | | (6,742,091) | |
I Class | (732,693) | | (751,697) | |
A Class | (192,229) | | (180,378) | |
C Class | (12,594) | | (11,256) | |
R Class | (57,129) | | (59,822) | |
Decrease in net assets from distributions | (8,383,982) | | (7,745,244) | |
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Capital Share Transactions | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5) | (24,531,032) | | 12,289,237 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets | 66,373,275 | | 36,872,319 | |
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Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 566,910,603 | | 530,038,284 | |
End of period | $ | 633,283,878 | | $ | 566,910,603 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Global Gold Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objective is to seek to realize a total return (capital growth and dividends) consistent with investment in securities of companies that are engaged in mining, processing, fabricating or distributing gold or other precious metals throughout the world.
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class and R Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities, including investment securities and other financial instruments, initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars each day at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Securities lending income is net of fees and rebates earned by the lending agent for its services.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid semiannually. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
Securities Lending — Securities are lent to qualified financial institutions and brokers. State Street Bank & Trust Co. serves as securities lending agent to the fund pursuant to a Securities Lending Agreement. The lending of securities exposes the fund to risks such as: the borrowers may fail to return the loaned securities, the borrowers may not be able to provide additional collateral, the fund may experience delays in recovery of the loaned securities or delays in access to collateral, or the fund may experience losses related to the investment collateral. To minimize certain risks, loan counterparties pledge collateral in the form of cash and/or securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the fund in the case of default of any securities borrowed. Cash collateral received is invested in the State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio, a money market mutual fund registered under the 1940 Act. The loans may also be secured by U.S. government securities in an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned, plus accrued interest and dividends, determined on a daily basis and adjusted accordingly. By lending securities, the fund seeks to increase its net investment income through the receipt of interest and fees. Such income is reflected separately within the Statement of Operations. The value of loaned securities and related collateral outstanding at period end, if any, are shown on a gross basis within the Schedule of Investments and Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
The following table reflects a breakdown of transactions accounted for as secured borrowings, the gross obligation by the type of collateral pledged, and the remaining contractual maturity of those transactions as of June 30, 2024.
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Remaining Contractual Maturity of Agreements |
| Overnight and Continuous | <30 days | Between 30 & 90 days | >90 days | Total |
Securities Lending Transactions(1) | | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 6,264,278 | | — | | — | | — | | $ | 6,264,278 | |
Gross amount of recognized liabilities for securities lending transactions | $ | 6,264,278 | |
(1)Amount represents the payable for cash collateral received for securities on loan. This will generally be in the Overnight and Continuous column as the securities are typically callable on demand.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), extraordinary expenses, and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund's assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included.
The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended June 30, 2024 are as follows:
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| Investment Category Fee Range | Complex Fee Range | Effective Annual Management Fee |
Investor Class | 0.3380% to 0.5200% | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
I Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.45% |
A Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
C Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
R Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.65% |
Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Directors has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended June 30, 2024 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $308,945,576 and $334,051,362, respectively.
5. Capital Share Transactions
Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows:
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| Year ended June 30, 2024 | Year ended June 30, 2023 |
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount |
Investor Class/Shares Authorized | 800,000,000 | | | 800,000,000 | | |
Sold | 7,660,646 | | $ | 79,465,037 | | 10,247,857 | | $ | 102,413,453 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 649,361 | | 7,150,239 | | 630,885 | | 6,484,010 | |
Redeemed | (9,900,081) | | (104,333,788) | | (9,475,487) | | (95,100,250) | |
| (1,590,074) | | (17,718,512) | | 1,403,255 | | 13,797,213 | |
I Class/Shares Authorized | 100,000,000 | | | 100,000,000 | | |
Sold | 884,065 | | 9,234,862 | | 2,085,278 | | 20,330,920 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 65,563 | | 731,778 | | 72,262 | | 751,583 | |
Redeemed | (1,458,209) | | (15,566,742) | | (1,834,291) | | (18,086,323) | |
| (508,581) | | (5,600,102) | | 323,249 | | 2,996,180 | |
A Class/Shares Authorized | 30,000,000 | | | 30,000,000 | | |
Sold | 627,659 | | 6,553,756 | | 546,533 | | 5,391,474 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 17,488 | | 187,375 | | 17,502 | | 175,531 | |
Redeemed | (684,023) | | (6,873,283) | | (810,531) | | (7,730,151) | |
| (38,876) | | (132,152) | | (246,496) | | (2,163,146) | |
C Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 22,519 | | 229,900 | | 21,299 | | 189,816 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 1,260 | | 12,594 | | 1,192 | | 11,256 | |
Redeemed | (58,416) | | (548,698) | | (98,626) | | (937,509) | |
| (34,637) | | (306,204) | | (76,135) | | (736,437) | |
R Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 193,266 | | 1,998,079 | | 232,351 | | 2,261,873 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 5,433 | | 57,129 | | 6,040 | | 59,771 | |
Redeemed | (286,084) | | (2,829,270) | | (416,114) | | (3,926,217) | |
| (87,385) | | (774,062) | | (177,723) | | (1,604,573) | |
Net increase (decrease) | (2,259,553) | | $ | (24,531,032) | | 1,226,150 | | $ | 12,289,237 | |
6. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | | | |
Australia | — | | $ | 88,688,640 | | — | |
Canada | $ | 235,133,132 | | 68,007,927 | | — | |
China | — | | 46,349,052 | | — | |
South Africa | 78,598,313 | | 4,775,531 | | — | |
United Kingdom | — | | 41,784,406 | | — | |
Other Countries | 66,165,929 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 6,281,948 | | 3,556,222 | | — | |
| $ | 386,179,322 | | $ | 253,161,778 | | — | |
7. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
There are certain risks involved in investing in foreign securities. These risks include those resulting from political events (such as civil unrest, national elections and imposition of exchange controls), social and economic events (such as labor strikes and rising inflation), and natural disasters. Securities of foreign issuers may be less liquid and more volatile. Investing in emerging markets or a significant portion of assets in one country or region may accentuate these risks.
The fund concentrates its investments in a narrow segment of the total market. Because of this, the fund may be subject to greater risk and market fluctuations than a portfolio representing a broader range of industries. Gold stocks are generally considered speculative because of high share price volatility. The price of gold will likely impact the value of the companies in which the fund invests. The price of gold will fluctuate, sometimes considerably. Though many investors believe that gold investments hedge against inflation, currency devaluations and stock market declines, there is no guarantee that these historical inverse relationships will continue.
8. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 8,383,982 | | $ | 7,745,244 | |
Long-term capital gains | — | | — | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
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Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 409,157,556 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 236,543,784 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (6,360,240) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | 230,183,544 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | 5 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) | $ | 230,183,549 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | $ | 4,930,567 | |
Accumulated short-term capital losses | $ | (144,833,600) | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization to ordinary income for tax purposes of unrealized gains on investments in passive foreign investment companies.
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) |
Per-Share Data | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data | |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Distributions From Net Investment Income | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $10.22 | 0.14 | 1.69 | 1.83 | (0.15) | $11.90 | 18.07% | 0.66% | 1.34% | 54% | $559,328 | |
2023 | $9.78 | 0.15 | 0.43 | 0.58 | (0.14) | $10.22 | 5.94% | 0.66% | 1.51% | 59% | $496,571 | |
2022 | $12.37 | 0.17 | (2.54) | (2.37) | (0.22) | $9.78 | (19.33)% | 0.65% | 1.46% | 57% | $461,236 | |
2021 | $13.64 | 0.13 | (1.26) | (1.13) | (0.14) | $12.37 | (8.30)% | 0.66% | 0.96% | 105% | $590,853 | |
2020 | $9.76 | 0.04 | 3.94 | 3.98 | (0.10) | $13.64 | 41.12% | 0.67% | 0.35% | 50% | $644,946 | |
I Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $10.34 | 0.16 | 1.73 | 1.89 | (0.18) | $12.05 | 18.38% | 0.46% | 1.54% | 54% | $47,223 | |
2023 | $9.89 | 0.17 | 0.44 | 0.61 | (0.16) | $10.34 | 6.18% | 0.46% | 1.71% | 59% | $45,797 | |
2022 | $12.51 | 0.20 | (2.57) | (2.37) | (0.25) | $9.89 | (19.20)% | 0.45% | 1.66% | 57% | $40,601 | |
2021 | $13.79 | 0.16 | (1.27) | (1.11) | (0.17) | $12.51 | (8.10)% | 0.46% | 1.16% | 105% | $68,014 | |
2020 | $9.88 | 0.06 | 3.98 | 4.04 | (0.13) | $13.79 | 41.34% | 0.47% | 0.55% | 50% | $74,730 | |
A Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $9.99 | 0.11 | 1.66 | 1.77 | (0.13) | $11.63 | 17.79% | 0.91% | 1.09% | 54% | $17,885 | |
2023 | $9.55 | 0.12 | 0.44 | 0.56 | (0.12) | $9.99 | 5.81% | 0.91% | 1.26% | 59% | $15,750 | |
2022 | $12.09 | 0.14 | (2.48) | (2.34) | (0.20) | $9.55 | (19.57)% | 0.90% | 1.21% | 57% | $17,423 | |
2021 | $13.33 | 0.10 | (1.23) | (1.13) | (0.11) | $12.09 | (8.51)% | 0.91% | 0.71% | 105% | $22,022 | |
2020 | $9.54 | 0.01 | 3.85 | 3.86 | (0.07) | $13.33 | 40.72% | 0.92% | 0.10% | 50% | $15,798 | |
C Class | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $9.45 | 0.03 | 1.57 | 1.60 | (0.06) | $10.99 | 16.99% | 1.66% | 0.34% | 54% | $2,274 | |
2023 | $9.05 | 0.05 | 0.39 | 0.44 | (0.04) | $9.45 | 4.84% | 1.66% | 0.51% | 59% | $2,284 | |
2022 | $11.46 | 0.05 | (2.34) | (2.29) | (0.12) | $9.05 | (20.13)% | 1.65% | 0.46% | 57% | $2,875 | |
2021 | $12.63 | (0.01) | (1.15) | (1.16) | (0.01) | $11.46 | (9.18)% | 1.66% | (0.04)% | 105% | $3,838 | |
2020 | $9.04 | (0.07) | 3.66 | 3.59 | — | $12.63 | 39.71% | 1.67% | (0.65)% | 50% | $4,628 | |
R Class | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $9.86 | 0.09 | 1.63 | 1.72 | (0.10) | $11.48 | 17.52% | 1.16% | 0.84% | 54% | $6,573 | |
2023 | $9.44 | 0.10 | 0.41 | 0.51 | (0.09) | $9.86 | 5.39% | 1.16% | 1.01% | 59% | $6,508 | |
2022 | $11.94 | 0.11 | (2.44) | (2.33) | (0.17) | $9.44 | (19.69)% | 1.15% | 0.96% | 57% | $7,904 | |
2021 | $13.17 | 0.06 | (1.22) | (1.16) | (0.07) | $11.94 | (8.79)% | 1.16% | 0.46% | 105% | $8,868 | |
2020 | $9.42 | (0.01) | 3.80 | 3.79 | (0.04) | $13.17 | 40.44% | 1.17% | (0.15)% | 50% | $10,464 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations or precisely reflect the class expense differentials due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Global Gold Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Global Gold Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was below its benchmark for the one-, three-, five-, and ten-year periods reviewed by the Board. The Board discussed the Fund’s performance with the Advisor and was satisfied with the efforts being undertaken by the Advisor. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an
administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was the lowest of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense group. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $1,359,156, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, the fund intends to pass through to shareholders foreign source income of $10,806,304 and foreign taxes paid of $1,027,471, or up to the maximum amount allowable, as a foreign tax credit. Foreign source income and foreign tax expense per outstanding share on June 30, 2024 are $0.2030 and $0.0193, respectively.
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| Small Company Fund |
| Investor Class (ASQIX) |
| I Class (ASCQX) |
| A Class (ASQAX) |
| C Class (ASQCX) |
| R Class (ASCRX) |
| R5 Class (ASQGX) |
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Schedule of Investments | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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JUNE 30, 2024
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| Shares | Value |
COMMON STOCKS — 99.6% | | |
Aerospace and Defense — 0.1% | | |
Ducommun, Inc.(1) | 2,390 | | $ | 138,763 | |
Automobile Components — 1.0% | | |
Dorman Products, Inc.(1) | 2,056 | | 188,083 | |
Fox Factory Holding Corp.(1) | 2,726 | | 131,366 | |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.(1) | 26,568 | | 301,547 | |
Phinia, Inc. | 6,748 | | 265,601 | |
Standard Motor Products, Inc. | 4,824 | | 133,770 | |
Visteon Corp.(1) | 5,042 | | 537,981 | |
| | 1,558,348 | |
Banks — 6.7% | | |
Bancorp, Inc.(1) | 3,145 | | 118,755 | |
Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Ltd. | 8,459 | | 297,080 | |
Bank OZK | 7,590 | | 311,190 | |
Cadence Bank | 3,412 | | 96,491 | |
Customers Bancorp, Inc.(1) | 5,731 | | 274,973 | |
East West Bancorp, Inc. | 7,002 | | 512,756 | |
First BanCorp | 26,037 | | 476,217 | |
First Financial Bancorp | 29,651 | | 658,845 | |
Fulton Financial Corp. | 33,872 | | 575,147 | |
Heartland Financial USA, Inc. | 9,462 | | 420,586 | |
Hilltop Holdings, Inc. | 7,019 | | 219,554 | |
Home BancShares, Inc. | 12,871 | | 308,389 | |
International Bancshares Corp. | 7,291 | | 417,118 | |
National Bank Holdings Corp., Class A | 13,762 | | 537,406 | |
Northwest Bancshares, Inc. | 36,751 | | 424,474 | |
OFG Bancorp | 17,947 | | 672,115 | |
Pacific Premier Bancorp, Inc. | 12,479 | | 286,643 | |
Pathward Financial, Inc. | 9,725 | | 550,143 | |
Popular, Inc. | 4,683 | | 414,118 | |
Premier Financial Corp. | 6,689 | | 136,857 | |
QCR Holdings, Inc. | 5,530 | | 331,800 | |
Renasant Corp. | 11,771 | | 359,486 | |
Sandy Spring Bancorp, Inc. | 6,235 | | 151,885 | |
SouthState Corp. | 7,480 | | 571,622 | |
TriCo Bancshares | 5,773 | | 228,438 | |
Valley National Bancorp | 20,491 | | 143,027 | |
Veritex Holdings, Inc. | 14,551 | | 306,881 | |
Wintrust Financial Corp. | 6,079 | | 599,146 | |
| | 10,401,142 | |
Beverages — 1.7% | | |
Celsius Holdings, Inc.(1) | 9,600 | | 548,064 | |
Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. | 1,874 | | 2,033,290 | |
| | 2,581,354 | |
Biotechnology — 5.7% | | |
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 73,069 | | 1,187,371 | |
Alkermes PLC(1) | 63,313 | | 1,525,843 | |
Amicus Therapeutics, Inc.(1) | 31,205 | | 309,554 | |
Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings, Inc.(1) | 11,281 | | 274,692 | |
Avidity Biosciences, Inc.(1) | 14,598 | | 596,328 | |
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BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 133,591 | | $ | 825,593 | |
CareDx, Inc.(1) | 33,148 | | 514,789 | |
Dynavax Technologies Corp.(1) | 30,774 | | 345,592 | |
Exelixis, Inc.(1) | 71,725 | | 1,611,661 | |
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International PLC(1) | 24,887 | | 464,640 | |
PTC Therapeutics, Inc.(1) | 29,654 | | 906,819 | |
Veracyte, Inc.(1) | 15,628 | | 338,659 | |
| | 8,901,541 | |
Broadline Retail — 0.4% | | |
Dillard's, Inc., Class A(2) | 1,045 | | 460,207 | |
Kohl's Corp. | 9,406 | | 216,244 | |
| | 676,451 | |
Building Products — 2.6% | | |
American Woodmark Corp.(1) | 6,399 | | 502,961 | |
Builders FirstSource, Inc.(1) | 1,951 | | 270,038 | |
Janus International Group, Inc.(1) | 66,101 | | 834,856 | |
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.(1) | 24,657 | | 332,130 | |
Quanex Building Products Corp. | 9,148 | | 252,942 | |
Resideo Technologies, Inc.(1) | 21,668 | | 423,826 | |
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. | 1,316 | | 221,785 | |
UFP Industries, Inc. | 10,479 | | 1,173,648 | |
| | 4,012,186 | |
Capital Markets — 3.0% | | |
BGC Group, Inc., Class A | 34,378 | | 285,337 | |
Cohen & Steers, Inc. | 15,990 | | 1,160,234 | |
Hamilton Lane, Inc., Class A | 11,224 | | 1,387,062 | |
Open Lending Corp., Class A(1) | 16,165 | | 90,201 | |
Patria Investments Ltd., Class A | 12,370 | | 149,182 | |
PJT Partners, Inc., Class A | 13,211 | | 1,425,599 | |
Victory Capital Holdings, Inc., Class A | 2,030 | | 96,892 | |
| | 4,594,507 | |
Chemicals — 1.3% | | |
AdvanSix, Inc. | 5,808 | | 133,119 | |
Mativ Holdings, Inc. | 12,090 | | 205,047 | |
Orion SA | 41,332 | | 906,824 | |
Quaker Chemical Corp. | 4,316 | | 732,425 | |
| | 1,977,415 | |
Commercial Services and Supplies — 2.4% | | |
ABM Industries, Inc. | 11,224 | | 567,598 | |
BrightView Holdings, Inc.(1) | 9,280 | | 123,424 | |
Brink's Co. | 5,181 | | 530,534 | |
Cimpress PLC(1) | 4,974 | | 435,772 | |
CoreCivic, Inc.(1) | 26,171 | | 339,700 | |
Enviri Corp.(1) | 18,469 | | 159,388 | |
MillerKnoll, Inc. | 6,953 | | 184,185 | |
Steelcase, Inc., Class A | 79,391 | | 1,028,907 | |
Viad Corp.(1) | 10,284 | | 349,656 | |
| | 3,719,164 | |
Communications Equipment — 1.7% | | |
Calix, Inc.(1) | 23,098 | | 818,362 | |
Extreme Networks, Inc.(1) | 23,694 | | 318,684 | |
Infinera Corp.(1)(2) | 132,710 | | 808,204 | |
NetScout Systems, Inc.(1) | 15,092 | | 276,033 | |
Viavi Solutions, Inc.(1) | 64,896 | | 445,835 | |
| | 2,667,118 | |
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Construction and Engineering — 2.1% | | |
EMCOR Group, Inc. | 2,612 | | $ | 953,589 | |
Primoris Services Corp. | 8,219 | | 410,046 | |
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.(1) | 8,178 | | 967,784 | |
Tutor Perini Corp.(1) | 9,638 | | 209,916 | |
WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp.(1) | 17,712 | | 666,680 | |
| | 3,208,015 | |
Consumer Finance — 1.0% | | |
Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. | 7,518 | | 335,002 | |
Credit Acceptance Corp.(1) | 366 | | 188,373 | |
OneMain Holdings, Inc. | 4,993 | | 242,110 | |
PROG Holdings, Inc. | 12,407 | | 430,275 | |
World Acceptance Corp.(1) | 2,240 | | 276,819 | |
| | 1,472,579 | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail — 1.7% | | |
Andersons, Inc. | 17,937 | | 889,675 | |
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.(1) | 16,484 | | 1,379,051 | |
United Natural Foods, Inc.(1) | 13,651 | | 178,828 | |
Weis Markets, Inc. | 3,667 | | 230,178 | |
| | 2,677,732 | |
Diversified Consumer Services — 1.6% | | |
Frontdoor, Inc.(1) | 32,557 | | 1,100,101 | |
Graham Holdings Co., Class B | 652 | | 456,107 | |
OneSpaWorld Holdings Ltd.(1) | 46,494 | | 714,613 | |
Perdoceo Education Corp. | 10,634 | | 227,780 | |
| | 2,498,601 | |
Diversified REITs — 0.2% | | |
American Assets Trust, Inc. | 14,612 | | 327,017 | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 0.2% | | |
Liberty Latin America Ltd., Class C(1) | 27,669 | | 266,176 | |
Electric Utilities — 0.7% | | |
ALLETE, Inc. | 1,745 | | 108,801 | |
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. | 12,546 | | 113,165 | |
MGE Energy, Inc. | 2,988 | | 223,263 | |
Otter Tail Corp. | 6,540 | | 572,839 | |
| | 1,018,068 | |
Electrical Equipment — 2.1% | | |
Array Technologies, Inc.(1) | 79,306 | | 813,680 | |
Atkore, Inc. | 11,848 | | 1,598,651 | |
EnerSys | 976 | | 101,035 | |
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc., Class A(1) | 48,793 | | 304,468 | |
Vicor Corp.(1) | 12,359 | | 409,824 | |
| | 3,227,658 | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 2.5% | | |
Arlo Technologies, Inc.(1) | 52,499 | | 684,587 | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.(1) | 2,722 | | 328,709 | |
Avnet, Inc. | 7,048 | | 362,901 | |
Benchmark Electronics, Inc. | 8,320 | | 328,307 | |
Kimball Electronics, Inc.(1) | 4,273 | | 93,921 | |
Methode Electronics, Inc. | 5,839 | | 60,434 | |
Napco Security Technologies, Inc. | 7,359 | | 382,300 | |
PC Connection, Inc. | 8,647 | | 555,137 | |
ScanSource, Inc.(1) | 10,540 | | 467,027 | |
TTM Technologies, Inc.(1) | 35,518 | | 690,115 | |
| | 3,953,438 | |
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Energy Equipment and Services — 2.9% | | |
Archrock, Inc. | 23,777 | | $ | 480,771 | |
Dril-Quip, Inc.(1) | 7,667 | | 142,606 | |
Liberty Energy, Inc. | 17,972 | | 375,435 | |
Nabors Industries Ltd.(1) | 1,516 | | 107,879 | |
Oceaneering International, Inc.(1) | 8,574 | | 202,861 | |
ProPetro Holding Corp.(1) | 54,008 | | 468,249 | |
RPC, Inc. | 58,051 | | 362,819 | |
Select Water Solutions, Inc. | 30,892 | | 330,544 | |
Weatherford International PLC(1) | 16,896 | | 2,068,915 | |
| | 4,540,079 | |
Entertainment — 0.3% | | |
Lions Gate Entertainment Corp., Class B(1) | 18,632 | | 159,676 | |
Playtika Holding Corp. | 45,742 | | 359,990 | |
| | 519,666 | |
Financial Services — 1.9% | | |
Cannae Holdings, Inc. | 15,906 | | 288,535 | |
Essent Group Ltd. | 13,539 | | 760,756 | |
Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp., Class C | 2,234 | | 403,952 | |
NMI Holdings, Inc., Class A(1) | 13,623 | | 463,727 | |
Radian Group, Inc. | 31,696 | | 985,746 | |
| | 2,902,716 | |
Food Products — 1.3% | | |
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. | 14,796 | | 904,184 | |
Dole PLC | 7,050 | | 86,292 | |
Fresh Del Monte Produce, Inc. | 7,864 | | 171,828 | |
Hain Celestial Group, Inc.(1) | 19,959 | | 137,917 | |
Lancaster Colony Corp. | 2,506 | | 473,559 | |
Seaboard Corp. | 50 | | 158,037 | |
TreeHouse Foods, Inc.(1) | 3,130 | | 114,683 | |
| | 2,046,500 | |
Ground Transportation — 0.9% | | |
ArcBest Corp. | 5,780 | | 618,922 | |
Heartland Express, Inc. | 10,518 | | 129,687 | |
Ryder System, Inc. | 5,463 | | 676,757 | |
| | 1,425,366 | |
Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 2.5% | | |
Avanos Medical, Inc.(1) | 10,906 | | 217,247 | |
Haemonetics Corp.(1) | 6,894 | | 570,341 | |
Inari Medical, Inc.(1) | 13,447 | | 647,473 | |
Inmode Ltd.(1) | 43,428 | | 792,127 | |
Lantheus Holdings, Inc.(1) | 11,823 | | 949,269 | |
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.(1) | 3,896 | | 334,861 | |
Omnicell, Inc.(1) | 5,104 | | 138,165 | |
OraSure Technologies, Inc.(1) | 16,579 | | 70,627 | |
Varex Imaging Corp.(1) | 8,180 | | 120,491 | |
| | 3,840,601 | |
Health Care Providers and Services — 3.7% | | |
Accolade, Inc.(1) | 10,000 | | 35,800 | |
AdaptHealth Corp.(1) | 14,802 | | 148,020 | |
Addus HomeCare Corp.(1) | 4,855 | | 563,714 | |
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.(1) | 4,316 | | 221,109 | |
HealthEquity, Inc.(1) | 4,627 | | 398,847 | |
Hims & Hers Health, Inc.(1) | 54,668 | | 1,103,747 | |
National HealthCare Corp. | 2,835 | | 307,314 | |
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OPKO Health, Inc.(1)(2) | 89,728 | | $ | 112,160 | |
Option Care Health, Inc.(1) | 39,247 | | 1,087,142 | |
Owens & Minor, Inc.(1) | 41,424 | | 559,224 | |
Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc.(1) | 15,869 | | 119,811 | |
Progyny, Inc.(1) | 33,505 | | 958,578 | |
R1 RCM, Inc.(1) | 10,264 | | 128,916 | |
| | 5,744,382 | |
Health Care REITs — 0.3% | | |
CareTrust REIT, Inc. | 18,637 | | 467,789 | |
Community Healthcare Trust, Inc. | 3,113 | | 72,813 | |
| | 540,602 | |
Health Care Technology — 0.1% | | |
Evolent Health, Inc., Class A(1) | 3,349 | | 64,033 | |
Teladoc Health, Inc.(1) | 14,431 | | 141,135 | |
| | 205,168 | |
Hotel & Resort REITs — 0.5% | | |
DiamondRock Hospitality Co. | 43,026 | | 363,570 | |
Park Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | 18,148 | | 271,857 | |
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust | 6,960 | | 95,700 | |
| | 731,127 | |
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.4% | | |
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. | 3,929 | | 267,683 | |
Papa John's International, Inc. | 1,944 | | 91,329 | |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. | 1,641 | | 281,776 | |
| | 640,788 | |
Household Durables — 4.7% | | |
Cavco Industries, Inc.(1) | 3,657 | | 1,265,944 | |
Dream Finders Homes, Inc., Class A(1) | 5,697 | | 147,097 | |
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., Class A(1) | 695 | | 98,634 | |
Installed Building Products, Inc. | 1,714 | | 352,536 | |
KB Home | 11,478 | | 805,526 | |
La-Z-Boy, Inc. | 11,993 | | 447,099 | |
M/I Homes, Inc.(1) | 3,907 | | 477,201 | |
Meritage Homes Corp. | 6,639 | | 1,074,522 | |
Skyline Champion Corp.(1) | 10,387 | | 703,719 | |
Taylor Morrison Home Corp.(1) | 16,192 | | 897,684 | |
Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.(1) | 26,750 | | 996,438 | |
| | 7,266,400 | |
Industrial REITs — 0.4% | | |
Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. | 4,274 | | 466,806 | |
Plymouth Industrial REIT, Inc. | 7,120 | | 152,226 | |
| | 619,032 | |
Insurance — 3.5% | | |
CNO Financial Group, Inc. | 3,539 | | 98,101 | |
Employers Holdings, Inc. | 10,877 | | 463,686 | |
F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. | 4,028 | | 153,265 | |
Genworth Financial, Inc., Class A(1) | 73,044 | | 441,186 | |
Goosehead Insurance, Inc., Class A(1) | 9,187 | | 527,701 | |
Horace Mann Educators Corp. | 9,069 | | 295,831 | |
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. | 3,146 | | 1,212,091 | |
Palomar Holdings, Inc.(1) | 16,785 | | 1,362,103 | |
ProAssurance Corp.(1) | 4,490 | | 54,868 | |
Stewart Information Services Corp. | 6,028 | | 374,218 | |
Unum Group | 7,952 | | 406,427 | |
| | 5,389,477 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| Shares | Value |
Interactive Media and Services — 0.8% | | |
Cargurus, Inc.(1) | 24,350 | | $ | 637,970 | |
Yelp, Inc.(1) | 15,583 | | 575,792 | |
| | 1,213,762 | |
IT Services — 0.1% | | |
Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc.(1) | 14,775 | | 155,285 | |
Leisure Products — 0.2% | | |
Vista Outdoor, Inc.(1) | 8,702 | | 327,630 | |
Life Sciences Tools and Services — 1.0% | | |
Azenta, Inc.(1) | 13,010 | | 684,586 | |
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Class A(1) | 956 | | 261,093 | |
Repligen Corp.(1) | 5,062 | | 638,116 | |
| | 1,583,795 | |
Machinery — 1.8% | | |
Astec Industries, Inc. | 5,294 | | 157,020 | |
Blue Bird Corp.(1) | 10,059 | | 541,677 | |
Mueller Industries, Inc. | 34,663 | | 1,973,711 | |
Wabash National Corp. | 8,454 | | 184,636 | |
| | 2,857,044 | |
Marine Transportation — 0.5% | | |
Matson, Inc. | 5,735 | | 751,113 | |
Media — 0.6% | | |
Magnite, Inc.(1) | 45,361 | | 602,848 | |
Paramount Global, Class B | 35,858 | | 372,564 | |
| | 975,412 | |
Metals and Mining — 1.8% | | |
Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Inc. | 1,890 | | 530,202 | |
Arch Resources, Inc. | 2,846 | | 433,247 | |
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.(1) | 4,649 | | 71,548 | |
Commercial Metals Co. | 10,339 | | 568,542 | |
Constellium SE(1) | 8,373 | | 157,831 | |
Metallus, Inc.(1) | 9,664 | | 195,889 | |
Ryerson Holding Corp. | 6,151 | | 119,944 | |
SSR Mining, Inc. | 21,227 | | 95,734 | |
SunCoke Energy, Inc. | 19,313 | | 189,267 | |
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. | 6,871 | | 431,293 | |
| | 2,793,497 | |
Office REITs — 0.9% | | |
Brandywine Realty Trust | 19,107 | | 85,599 | |
COPT Defense Properties | 12,344 | | 308,970 | |
Douglas Emmett, Inc. | 22,199 | | 295,469 | |
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. | 23,404 | | 289,507 | |
Equity Commonwealth(1) | 23,634 | | 458,500 | |
| | 1,438,045 | |
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 4.2% | | |
Ardmore Shipping Corp. | 6,060 | | 136,532 | |
Berry Corp. | 17,866 | | 115,414 | |
California Resources Corp. | 14,163 | | 753,755 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. | 8,007 | | 552,483 | |
CONSOL Energy, Inc.(1) | 3,913 | | 399,243 | |
FLEX LNG Ltd. | 2,515 | | 68,006 | |
HF Sinclair Corp. | 2,866 | | 152,873 | |
Kinetik Holdings, Inc. | 3,176 | | 131,613 | |
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp., Class A | 8,748 | | 221,674 | |
Murphy Oil Corp. | 19,246 | | 793,705 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| Shares | Value |
Par Pacific Holdings, Inc.(1) | 6,348 | | $ | 160,287 | |
PBF Energy, Inc., Class A | 10,936 | | 503,275 | |
Peabody Energy Corp. | 25,177 | | 556,915 | |
REX American Resources Corp.(1) | 5,202 | | 237,159 | |
SM Energy Co. | 21,177 | | 915,482 | |
Teekay Corp.(1) | 35,793 | | 321,063 | |
Uranium Energy Corp.(1) | 32,477 | | 195,187 | |
World Kinect Corp. | 13,256 | | 342,005 | |
| | 6,556,671 | |
Paper and Forest Products — 0.1% | | |
Clearwater Paper Corp.(1) | 3,715 | | 180,066 | |
Personal Care Products — 0.1% | | |
Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., Class A | 10,933 | | 115,234 | |
Pharmaceuticals — 1.9% | | |
Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 21,066 | | 842,640 | |
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.(1) | 24,915 | | 802,263 | |
Harmony Biosciences Holdings, Inc.(1) | 18,546 | | 559,533 | |
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1) | 27,688 | | 740,654 | |
| | 2,945,090 | |
Professional Services — 2.9% | | |
Conduent, Inc.(1) | 18,898 | | 61,608 | |
CRA International, Inc. | 1,191 | | 205,114 | |
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. | 10,811 | | 341,411 | |
Insperity, Inc. | 9,936 | | 906,263 | |
Kelly Services, Inc., Class A | 7,259 | | 155,415 | |
Kforce, Inc. | 7,561 | | 469,765 | |
Maximus, Inc. | 3,990 | | 341,943 | |
TriNet Group, Inc. | 7,350 | | 735,000 | |
Upwork, Inc.(1) | 7,976 | | 85,742 | |
Verra Mobility Corp.(1) | 43,295 | | 1,177,624 | |
| | 4,479,885 | |
Real Estate Management and Development — 1.0% | | |
Cushman & Wakefield PLC(1) | 32,541 | | 338,426 | |
eXp World Holdings, Inc.(2) | 54,319 | | 612,990 | |
Forestar Group, Inc.(1) | 6,489 | | 207,583 | |
Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.(1) | 2,075 | | 425,956 | |
| | 1,584,955 | |
Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 4.0% | | |
ACM Research, Inc., Class A(1) | 21,271 | | 490,509 | |
Amkor Technology, Inc. | 24,522 | | 981,370 | |
FormFactor, Inc.(1) | 12,405 | | 750,875 | |
Onto Innovation, Inc.(1) | 5,866 | | 1,287,939 | |
PDF Solutions, Inc.(1) | 17,666 | | 642,689 | |
Power Integrations, Inc. | 825 | | 57,907 | |
Rambus, Inc.(1) | 12,200 | | 716,872 | |
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.(1) | 6,318 | | 144,493 | |
Veeco Instruments, Inc.(1) | 25,193 | | 1,176,765 | |
| | 6,249,419 | |
Software — 8.3% | | |
Alarm.com Holdings, Inc.(1) | 8,760 | | 556,610 | |
Appfolio, Inc., Class A(1) | 3,115 | | 761,836 | |
BlackLine, Inc.(1) | 8,366 | | 405,333 | |
Box, Inc., Class A(1) | 28,366 | | 749,997 | |
Cleanspark, Inc.(1) | 29,903 | | 476,953 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| Shares | Value |
CommVault Systems, Inc.(1) | 10,735 | | $ | 1,305,054 | |
LiveRamp Holdings, Inc.(1) | 9,747 | | 301,572 | |
PagerDuty, Inc.(1) | 33,482 | | 767,742 | |
Pegasystems, Inc. | 7,858 | | 475,645 | |
Q2 Holdings, Inc.(1) | 19,869 | | 1,198,697 | |
Qualys, Inc.(1) | 1,983 | | 282,776 | |
Rapid7, Inc.(1) | 21,993 | | 950,757 | |
RingCentral, Inc., Class A(1) | 32,006 | | 902,569 | |
Sprout Social, Inc., Class A(1) | 12,358 | | 440,933 | |
SPS Commerce, Inc.(1) | 4,759 | | 895,454 | |
Tenable Holdings, Inc.(1) | 19,981 | | 870,772 | |
Varonis Systems, Inc.(1) | 24,414 | | 1,171,140 | |
Yext, Inc.(1) | 73,721 | | 394,407 | |
| | 12,908,247 | |
Specialty Retail — 2.9% | | |
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Class A(1) | 7,147 | | 1,271,023 | |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. | 37,544 | | 749,378 | |
Foot Locker, Inc. | 10,130 | | 252,440 | |
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. | 1,567 | | 465,838 | |
Leslie's, Inc.(1) | 74,421 | | 311,824 | |
Petco Health & Wellness Co., Inc.(1) | 39,903 | | 150,833 | |
Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc.(1) | 3,954 | | 42,426 | |
Signet Jewelers Ltd. | 9,846 | | 882,005 | |
Upbound Group, Inc. | 10,162 | | 311,973 | |
| | 4,437,740 | |
Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.4% | | |
Super Micro Computer, Inc.(1) | 349 | | 285,953 | |
Xerox Holdings Corp. | 26,904 | | 312,625 | |
| | 598,578 | |
Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 1.2% | | |
Crocs, Inc.(1) | 9,306 | | 1,358,118 | |
G-III Apparel Group Ltd.(1) | 20,214 | | 547,193 | |
| | 1,905,311 | |
Trading Companies and Distributors — 2.4% | | |
BlueLinx Holdings, Inc.(1) | 3,931 | | 365,937 | |
Boise Cascade Co. | 11,185 | | 1,333,476 | |
DNOW, Inc.(1) | 60,039 | | 824,335 | |
MRC Global, Inc.(1) | 32,160 | | 415,185 | |
WESCO International, Inc. | 5,384 | | 853,472 | |
| | 3,792,405 | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.4% | | |
Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. | 27,317 | | 566,281 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $128,109,014) | | 154,704,642 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.8% | | |
Money Market Funds — 0.4% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 3,293 | | 3,293 | |
State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio(3) | 585,643 | | 585,643 | |
| | 588,936 | |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.4% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $42,099), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $41,259) | | 41,241 | |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.625%, 2/15/40, valued at $450,916), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $442,195) | | 442,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| Shares | Value |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.125%, 9/5/24 - 8/31/28, valued at $168,403), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $165,073) | | $ | 165,000 | |
| | 648,241 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $1,237,177) | | 1,237,177 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.4% (Cost $129,346,191) | | 155,941,819 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (0.4)% | | (641,079) | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 155,300,740 | |
| | | | | | | | |
NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS |
(1)Non-income producing.
(2)Security, or a portion thereof, is on loan. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities on loan was $1,445,475. The amount of securities on loan indicated may not correspond with the securities on loan identified because securities with pending sales are in the process of recall from the brokers.
(3)Investment of cash collateral from securities on loan. At the period end, the aggregate value of the collateral held by the fund was $1,439,062, which includes securities collateral of $853,419.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
| | | | | |
JUNE 30, 2024 |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $128,760,548) — including $1,445,475 of securities on loan | $ | 155,356,176 | |
Investment made with cash collateral received for securities on loan, at value (cost of $585,643) | 585,643 | |
Total investment securities, at value (cost of $129,346,191) | 155,941,819 | |
Cash | 2,671 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 5,588 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 71,742 | |
Securities lending receivable | 779 | |
| 156,022,599 | |
| |
Liabilities | |
Payable for collateral received for securities on loan | 585,643 | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 26,568 | |
Accrued management fees | 107,067 | |
Distribution and service fees payable | 2,581 | |
| 721,859 | |
| |
Net Assets | $ | 155,300,740 | |
| |
Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 142,282,939 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 13,017,801 | |
| $ | 155,300,740 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net Assets | Shares Outstanding | Net Asset Value Per Share* |
Investor Class, $0.01 Par Value | $137,973,295 | 8,962,001 | $15.40 |
I Class, $0.01 Par Value | $7,324,057 | 472,495 | $15.50 |
A Class, $0.01 Par Value | $7,104,559 | 477,740 | $14.87 |
C Class, $0.01 Par Value | $194,239 | 14,386 | $13.50 |
R Class, $0.01 Par Value | $2,336,358 | 163,481 | $14.29 |
R5 Class, $0.01 Par Value | $368,232 | 23,726 | $15.52 |
*Maximum offering price per share was equal to the net asset value per share for all share classes, except A Class, for which the maximum offering price per share was $15.78 (net asset value divided by 0.9425). A contingent deferred sales charge may be imposed on redemptions of A Class and C Class.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | | | | |
YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $7,467) | $ | 1,950,632 | |
Interest | 42,056 | |
Securities lending, net | 8,806 | |
| 2,001,494 | |
| |
Expenses: | |
Management fees | 1,321,135 | |
Distribution and service fees: | |
A Class | 19,533 | |
C Class | 2,626 | |
R Class | 11,328 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 11,451 | |
Other expenses | 114 | |
| 1,366,187 | |
| |
| |
| |
Net investment income (loss) | 635,307 | |
| |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions | 10,296,373 | |
| |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments | 5,380,913 | |
| |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 15,677,286 | |
| |
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 16,312,593 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
| | | | | | | | |
YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 635,307 | | $ | 746,486 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | 10,296,373 | | (1,895,995) | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | 5,380,913 | | 19,435,767 | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 16,312,593 | | 18,286,258 | |
| | |
Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings: | | |
Investor Class | (551,565) | | (562,664) | |
I Class | (40,595) | | (37,276) | |
A Class | (14,726) | | (14,932) | |
R Class | (218) | | (2,308) | |
R5 Class | (2,562) | | (2,625) | |
Decrease in net assets from distributions | (609,666) | | (619,805) | |
| | |
Capital Share Transactions | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5) | (15,754,935) | | (14,537,736) | |
| | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets | (52,008) | | 3,128,717 | |
| | |
Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 155,352,748 | | 152,224,031 | |
End of period | $ | 155,300,740 | | $ | 155,352,748 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
| | |
Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Small Company Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital growth by investing primarily in common stocks of small companies.
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Securities lending income is net of fees and rebates earned by the lending agent for its services.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid quarterly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
Securities Lending — Securities are lent to qualified financial institutions and brokers. State Street Bank & Trust Co. serves as securities lending agent to the fund pursuant to a Securities Lending Agreement. The lending of securities exposes the fund to risks such as: the borrowers may fail to return the loaned securities, the borrowers may not be able to provide additional collateral, the fund may experience delays in recovery of the loaned securities or delays in access to collateral, or the fund may experience losses related to the investment collateral. To minimize certain risks, loan counterparties pledge collateral in the form of cash and/or securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the fund in the case of default of any securities borrowed. Cash collateral received is invested in the State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio, a money market mutual fund registered under the 1940 Act. The loans may also be secured by U.S. government securities in an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned, plus accrued interest and dividends, determined on a daily basis and adjusted accordingly. By lending securities, the fund seeks to increase its net investment income through the receipt of interest and fees. Such income is reflected separately within the Statement of Operations. The value of loaned securities and related collateral outstanding at period end, if any, are shown on a gross basis within the Schedule of Investments and Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
The following table reflects a breakdown of transactions accounted for as secured borrowings, the gross obligation by the type of collateral pledged, and the remaining contractual maturity of those transactions as of June 30, 2024.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Remaining Contractual Maturity of Agreements |
| Overnight and Continuous | <30 days | Between 30 & 90 days | >90 days | Total |
Securities Lending Transactions(1) | | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 585,643 | | — | | — | | — | | $ | 585,643 | |
Gross amount of recognized liabilities for securities lending transactions | $ | 585,643 | |
(1)Amount represents the payable for cash collateral received for securities on loan. This will generally be in the Overnight and Continuous column as the securities are typically callable on demand.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), extraordinary expenses, and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund's assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included.
The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended June 30, 2024 are as follows:
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| Investment Category Fee Range | Complex Fee Range | Effective Annual Management Fee |
Investor Class | 0.5380% to 0.7200% | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.85% |
I Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.65% |
A Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.85% |
C Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.85% |
R Class | 0.2500% to 0.3100% | 0.85% |
R5 Class | 0.0500% to 0.1100% | 0.65% |
Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Directors has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended June 30, 2024 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $105,316,777 and $120,182,930, respectively.
5. Capital Share Transactions
Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows:
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| Year ended June 30, 2024 | Year ended June 30, 2023 |
| Shares | Amount | Shares | Amount |
Investor Class/Shares Authorized | 400,000,000 | | | 400,000,000 | | |
Sold | 389,165 | | $ | 5,803,830 | | 404,821 | | $ | 5,351,168 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 35,366 | | 529,442 | | 41,460 | | 540,646 | |
Redeemed | (1,348,446) | | (20,030,179) | | (1,394,755) | | (18,314,182) | |
| (923,915) | | (13,696,907) | | (948,474) | | (12,422,368) | |
I Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 92,996 | | 1,387,737 | | 91,978 | | 1,226,793 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 2,680 | | 40,540 | | 2,834 | | 37,225 | |
Redeemed | (78,533) | | (1,156,407) | | (120,088) | | (1,597,192) | |
| 17,143 | | 271,870 | | (25,276) | | (333,174) | |
A Class/Shares Authorized | 30,000,000 | | | 30,000,000 | | |
Sold | 71,975 | | 996,425 | | 65,906 | | 840,292 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 988 | | 14,186 | | 1,146 | | 14,458 | |
Redeemed | (190,689) | | (2,745,004) | | (196,165) | | (2,476,479) | |
| (117,726) | | (1,734,393) | | (129,113) | | (1,621,729) | |
C Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 3,616 | | 46,624 | | 4,161 | | 47,523 | |
Redeemed | (19,586) | | (250,855) | | (12,466) | | (141,371) | |
| (15,970) | | (204,231) | | (8,305) | | (93,848) | |
R Class/Shares Authorized | 20,000,000 | | | 20,000,000 | | |
Sold | 53,151 | | 725,722 | | 43,027 | | 526,683 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 17 | | 218 | | 190 | | 2,294 | |
Redeemed | (76,258) | | (1,013,564) | | (56,130) | | (686,367) | |
| (23,090) | | (287,624) | | (12,913) | | (157,390) | |
R5 Class/Shares Authorized | 40,000,000 | | | 40,000,000 | | |
Sold | 3,715 | | 56,924 | | 17,268 | | 226,907 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 169 | | 2,562 | | 200 | | 2,625 | |
Redeemed | (10,400) | | (163,136) | | (10,032) | | (138,759) | |
| (6,516) | | (103,650) | | 7,436 | | 90,773 | |
Net increase (decrease) | (1,070,074) | | $ | (15,754,935) | | (1,116,645) | | $ | (14,537,736) | |
6. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 154,704,642 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 588,936 | | $ | 648,241 | | — | |
| $ | 155,293,578 | | $ | 648,241 | | — | |
7. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
The fund invests in common stocks of small companies. Because of this, the fund may be subject to greater risk and market fluctuations than a fund investing in larger, more established companies.
8. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 609,666 | | $ | 619,805 | |
Long-term capital gains | — | | — | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
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Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 129,850,838 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 34,457,664 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (8,366,683) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | $ | 26,090,981 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | $ | 35,860 | |
Accumulated short-term capital losses | $ | (13,109,040) | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $13.93 | 0.06 | 1.47 | 1.53 | (0.06) | — | (0.06) | $15.40 | 10.99% | 0.86% | 0.42% | 67% | $137,973 | |
2023 | $12.41 | 0.07 | 1.51 | 1.58 | (0.06) | — | (0.06) | $13.93 | 12.72% | 0.86% | 0.50% | 119% | $137,735 | |
2022 | $19.38 | 0.06 | (3.92) | (3.86) | (0.05) | (3.06) | (3.11) | $12.41 | (23.44)% | 0.85% | 0.35% | 205% | $134,507 | |
2021 | $12.10 | 0.02 | 7.29 | 7.31 | (0.03) | — | (0.03) | $19.38 | 60.46% | 0.86% | 0.13% | 142% | $196,473 | |
2020 | $13.28 | 0.06 | (1.14) | (1.08) | (0.10) | — | (0.10) | $12.10 | (8.19)% | 0.87% | 0.45% | 140% | $133,205 | |
I Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $14.03 | 0.09 | 1.47 | 1.56 | (0.09) | — | (0.09) | $15.50 | 11.12% | 0.66% | 0.62% | 67% | $7,324 | |
2023 | $12.50 | 0.09 | 1.52 | 1.61 | (0.08) | — | (0.08) | $14.03 | 12.93% | 0.66% | 0.70% | 119% | $6,387 | |
2022 | $19.49 | 0.09 | (3.94) | (3.85) | (0.08) | (3.06) | (3.14) | $12.50 | (23.27)% | 0.65% | 0.55% | 205% | $6,007 | |
2021 | $12.16 | 0.05 | 7.33 | 7.38 | (0.05) | — | (0.05) | $19.49 | 60.82% | 0.66% | 0.33% | 142% | $9,315 | |
2020 | $13.36 | 0.08 | (1.14) | (1.06) | (0.14) | — | (0.14) | $12.16 | (7.97)% | 0.67% | 0.65% | 140% | $8,376 | |
A Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $13.46 | 0.03 | 1.41 | 1.44 | (0.03) | — | (0.03) | $14.87 | 10.68% | 1.11% | 0.17% | 67% | $7,105 | |
2023 | $12.00 | 0.03 | 1.45 | 1.48 | (0.02) | — | (0.02) | $13.46 | 12.37% | 1.11% | 0.25% | 119% | $8,017 | |
2022 | $18.83 | 0.02 | (3.78) | (3.76) | (0.01) | (3.06) | (3.07) | $12.00 | (23.61)% | 1.10% | 0.10% | 205% | $8,693 | |
2021 | $11.77 | (0.02) | 7.09 | 7.07 | (0.01) | — | (0.01) | $18.83 | 60.14% | 1.11% | (0.12)% | 142% | $13,031 | |
2020 | $12.89 | 0.02 | (1.10) | (1.08) | (0.04) | — | (0.04) | $11.77 | (8.38)% | 1.12% | 0.20% | 140% | $8,727 | |
C Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $12.29 | (0.08) | 1.29 | 1.21 | — | — | — | $13.50 | 9.85% | 1.86% | (0.58)% | 67% | $194 | |
2023 | $11.02 | (0.06) | 1.33 | 1.27 | — | — | — | $12.29 | 11.52% | 1.86% | (0.50)% | 119% | $373 | |
2022 | $17.66 | (0.11) | (3.47) | (3.58) | — | (3.06) | (3.06) | $11.02 | (24.14)% | 1.85% | (0.65)% | 205% | $426 | |
2021 | $11.11 | (0.13) | 6.68 | 6.55 | — | — | — | $17.66 | 58.87% | 1.86% | (0.87)% | 142% | $939 | |
2020 | $12.22 | (0.07) | (1.04) | (1.11) | — | — | — | $11.11 | (9.08)% | 1.87% | (0.55)% | 140% | $762 | |
R Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $12.95 | (0.01) | 1.35 | 1.34 | —(3) | — | —(3) | $14.29 | 10.36% | 1.36% | (0.08)% | 67% | $2,336 | |
2023 | $11.56 | —(3) | 1.40 | 1.40 | (0.01) | — | (0.01) | $12.95 | 12.14% | 1.36% | 0.00% | 119% | $2,416 | |
2022 | $18.29 | (0.02) | (3.65) | (3.67) | — | (3.06) | (3.06) | $11.56 | (23.81)% | 1.35% | (0.15)% | 205% | $2,306 | |
2021 | $11.45 | (0.05) | 6.89 | 6.84 | — | — | — | $18.29 | 59.74% | 1.36% | (0.37)% | 142% | $3,497 | |
2020 | $12.55 | (0.01) | (1.07) | (1.08) | (0.02) | — | (0.02) | $11.45 | (8.59)% | 1.37% | (0.05)% | 140% | $7,401 | |
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
R5 Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $14.04 | 0.09 | 1.48 | 1.57 | (0.09) | — | (0.09) | $15.52 | 11.19% | 0.66% | 0.62% | 67% | $368 | |
2023 | $12.51 | 0.09 | 1.52 | 1.61 | (0.08) | — | (0.08) | $14.04 | 12.92% | 0.66% | 0.70% | 119% | $425 | |
2022 | $19.51 | 0.09 | (3.95) | (3.86) | (0.08) | (3.06) | (3.14) | $12.51 | (23.26)% | 0.65% | 0.55% | 205% | $285 | |
2021 | $12.17 | 0.05 | 7.34 | 7.39 | (0.05) | — | (0.05) | $19.51 | 60.77% | 0.66% | 0.33% | 142% | $404 | |
2020 | $13.37 | 0.08 | (1.14) | (1.06) | (0.14) | — | (0.14) | $12.17 | (7.97)% | 0.67% | 0.65% | 140% | $164 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations or precisely reflect the class expense differentials due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Small Company Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Small Company Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was above its benchmark for the one-, three-, and five-year periods, and below its benchmark for the ten-year period reviewed by the Board. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an
administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was below the median of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense universe. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $609,666, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
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| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information |
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| June 30, 2024 |
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| Utilities Fund |
| Investor Class (BULIX) |
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Schedule of Investments | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | |
Statement of Operations | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Financial Highlights | |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm | |
Approval of Management Agreement | |
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Other Tax Information | |
JUNE 30, 2024
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| Shares | Value |
COMMON STOCKS — 99.2% | | |
Electric Utilities — 69.2% | | |
American Electric Power Co., Inc. | 136,465 | | $ | 11,973,439 | |
Constellation Energy Corp. | 66,539 | | 13,325,766 | |
Duke Energy Corp. | 116,155 | | 11,642,216 | |
Edison International | 139,389 | | 10,009,524 | |
Entergy Corp. | 84,726 | | 9,065,682 | |
Evergy, Inc. | 132,751 | | 7,031,821 | |
Eversource Energy | 150,041 | | 8,508,825 | |
Exelon Corp. | 207,235 | | 7,172,403 | |
FirstEnergy Corp. | 221,191 | | 8,464,980 | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | 370,070 | | 26,204,657 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. | 106,469 | | 8,289,676 | |
PG&E Corp. | 680,053 | | 11,873,725 | |
Pinnacle West Capital Corp. | 81,511 | | 6,225,810 | |
Portland General Electric Co. | 100,433 | | 4,342,723 | |
PPL Corp. | 154,356 | | 4,267,943 | |
Southern Co. | 170,130 | | 13,196,984 | |
Xcel Energy, Inc. | 114,831 | | 6,133,124 | |
| | 167,729,298 | |
Gas Utilities — 3.1% | | |
Atmos Energy Corp. | 31,278 | | 3,648,578 | |
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. | 53,689 | | 3,778,632 | |
| | 7,427,210 | |
Independent Power Producers and Energy Traders — 6.8% | | |
AES Corp. | 351,381 | | 6,173,764 | |
Vistra Corp. | 119,121 | | 10,242,024 | |
| | 16,415,788 | |
Multi-Utilities — 18.3% | | |
Ameren Corp. | 116,439 | | 8,279,977 | |
Avista Corp. | 122,749 | | 4,248,343 | |
Consolidated Edison, Inc. | 23,288 | | 2,082,413 | |
Dominion Energy, Inc. | 89,619 | | 4,391,331 | |
DTE Energy Co. | 43,083 | | 4,782,644 | |
NiSource, Inc. | 84,066 | | 2,421,942 | |
Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc. | 43,409 | | 3,199,243 | |
Sempra | 71,222 | | 5,417,145 | |
WEC Energy Group, Inc. | 122,705 | | 9,627,434 | |
| | 44,450,472 | |
Renewable Electricity — 1.5% | | |
Clearway Energy, Inc., Class C | 149,761 | | 3,697,599 | |
Water Utilities — 0.3% | | |
American Water Works Co., Inc. | 5,629 | | 727,042 | |
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS (Cost $195,602,289) | | 240,447,409 | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS — 0.8% | | |
Money Market Funds — 0.0% | | |
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 9,941 | | 9,941 | |
Repurchase Agreements — 0.8% | | |
BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 2.00%, 8/15/25, valued at $127,336), in a joint trading account at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $124,796) | | 124,741 | |
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| Shares | Value |
Fixed Income Clearing Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 4.625%, 2/15/40, valued at $1,363,895), at 5.30%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $1,337,591) | | $ | 1,337,000 | |
TD Securities (USA) LLC, (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 0.625% - 4.625%, 3/15/26 - 11/30/30, valued at $509,396), at 5.29%, dated 6/28/24, due 7/1/24 (Delivery value $499,220) | | 499,000 | |
| | 1,960,741 | |
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS (Cost $1,970,682) | | 1,970,682 | |
TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.0% (Cost $197,572,971) | | 242,418,091 | |
OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 0.0% | | (28,730) | |
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0% | | $ | 242,389,361 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities |
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JUNE 30, 2024 |
Assets | |
Investment securities, at value (cost of $197,572,971) | $ | 242,418,091 | |
Receivable for capital shares sold | 2,758 | |
Dividends and interest receivable | 256,302 | |
| 242,677,151 | |
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Liabilities | |
Payable for capital shares redeemed | 155,097 | |
Accrued management fees | 132,693 | |
| 287,790 | |
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Net Assets | $ | 242,389,361 | |
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Investor Class Capital Shares, $0.01 Par Value | |
Shares authorized | 300,000,000 | |
Shares outstanding | 15,311,596 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share | $ | 15.83 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | |
Capital (par value and paid-in surplus) | $ | 208,023,842 | |
Distributable earnings (loss) | 34,365,519 | |
| $ | 242,389,361 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 |
Investment Income (Loss) | |
Income: | |
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $3,783) | $ | 8,368,950 | |
Interest | 59,059 | |
Securities lending, net | 66 | |
| 8,428,075 | |
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Expenses: | |
Management fees | 1,569,534 | |
Directors' fees and expenses | 17,553 | |
Other expenses | 851 | |
| 1,587,938 | |
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Net investment income (loss) | 6,840,137 | |
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investment transactions | (585,291) | |
Foreign currency translation transactions | 4,853 | |
| (580,438) | |
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Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | 14,283,321 | |
Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (147) | |
| 14,283,174 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | 13,702,736 | |
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Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 20,542,873 | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets |
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YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024 AND JUNE 30, 2023 |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2023 |
Operations | | |
Net investment income (loss) | $ | 6,840,137 | | $ | 6,905,418 | |
Net realized gain (loss) | (580,438) | | (5,940,044) | |
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | 14,283,174 | | (14,240,812) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | 20,542,873 | | (13,275,438) | |
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Distributions to Shareholders | | |
From earnings | (7,049,850) | | (20,877,198) | |
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Capital Share Transactions | | |
Proceeds from shares sold | 9,708,526 | | 21,500,251 | |
Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions | 6,657,323 | | 19,892,541 | |
Payments for shares redeemed | (52,347,666) | | (52,249,387) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions | (35,981,817) | | (10,856,595) | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets | (22,488,794) | | (45,009,231) | |
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Net Assets | | |
Beginning of period | 264,878,155 | | 309,887,386 | |
End of period | $ | 242,389,361 | | $ | 264,878,155 | |
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Transactions in Shares of the Fund | | |
Sold | 650,367 | | 1,294,605 | |
Issued in reinvestment of distributions | 446,897 | | 1,233,257 | |
Redeemed | (3,583,050) | | (3,256,608) | |
Net increase (decrease) in shares of the fund | (2,485,786) | | (728,746) | |
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements |
JUNE 30, 2024
1. Organization
American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. (the corporation) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Maryland corporation. Utilities Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the corporation. The fund’s investment objectives are to seek current income and long-term growth of capital and income. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of companies engaged in the utilities industry. The fund offers the Investor Class.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.
Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value (NAV) per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The value of investments of the fund is determined by American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor), as the valuation designee, pursuant to its valuation policies and procedures. The Board of Directors oversees the valuation designee and reviews its valuation policies and procedures at least annually.
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported NAV per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value.
If the valuation designee determines that the market price for a portfolio security is not readily available or is believed by the valuation designee to be unreliable, such security is valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the valuation designee, in accordance with its policies and procedures. Circumstances that may cause the fund to determine that market quotations are not available or reliable include, but are not limited to: when there is a significant event subsequent to the market quotation; trading in a security has been halted during the trading day; or trading in a security is insufficient or did not take place due to a closure or holiday.
The valuation designee monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s NAV per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; regulatory news, governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The valuation designee also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that it deems appropriate. The valuation designee may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities, including investment securities and other financial instruments, initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars each day at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
Investment Income — Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Securities lending income is net of fees and rebates earned by the lending agent for its services.
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that ACIM has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Directors. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
Income Tax Status — It is the fund's policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid quarterly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
Indemnifications — Under the corporation’s organizational documents, its officers and directors are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
Securities Lending — Securities are lent to qualified financial institutions and brokers. State Street Bank & Trust Co. serves as securities lending agent to the fund pursuant to a Securities Lending Agreement. The lending of securities exposes the fund to risks such as: the borrowers may fail to return the loaned securities, the borrowers may not be able to provide additional collateral, the fund may experience delays in recovery of the loaned securities or delays in access to collateral, or the fund may experience losses related to the investment collateral. To minimize certain risks, loan counterparties pledge collateral in the form of cash and/or securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the fund in the case of default of any securities borrowed. Cash collateral received is invested in the State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio, a money market mutual fund registered under the 1940 Act. The loans may also be secured by U.S. government securities in an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned, plus accrued interest and dividends, determined on a daily basis and adjusted accordingly. By lending securities, the fund seeks to increase its net investment income through the receipt of interest and fees. Such income is reflected separately within the Statement of Operations. The value of loaned securities and related collateral outstanding at period end, if any, are shown on a gross basis within the Schedule of Investments and Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties
Certain officers and directors of the corporation are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The corporation's investment advisor, ACIM, the corporation's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc., and the corporation's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
Management Fees — The corporation has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee). The agreement provides that ACIM will pay all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent directors (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on the daily net assets of the fund and paid monthly in arrears. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all funds in the American Century Investments family of funds that have the same investment advisor and distributor as the fund. For purposes of determining the Investment Category Fee and Complex Fee, the assets of funds managed by the investment advisor that invest exclusively in the shares of other funds (funds of funds) are not included. The rates for the Investment Category Fee range from 0.3380% to 0.5200% and the rates for the Complex Fee range from 0.2500% to 0.3100%. The effective annual management fee for the period ended June 30, 2024 was 0.65%.
Directors' Fees and Expenses — The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The directors receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund's officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
Other Expenses — A fund’s other expenses may include interest charges, clearing exchange fees, proxy solicitation expenses, fees associated with the recovery of foreign tax reclaims and other miscellaneous expenses.
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Directors. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
4. Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended June 30, 2024 were $169,025,639 and $204,995,334, respectively.
5. Fair Value Measurements
The fund's investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.
•Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.
•Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.
•Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).
The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund's portfolio holdings.
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Assets | | | |
Investment Securities | | | |
Common Stocks | $ | 240,447,409 | | — | | — | |
Short-Term Investments | 9,941 | | $ | 1,960,741 | | — | |
| $ | 240,457,350 | | $ | 1,960,741 | | — | |
6. Risk Factors
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, war, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
The fund's investment process may result in high portfolio turnover, which could mean high transaction costs, affecting both performance and capital gains tax liabilities to investors.
The fund concentrates its investments in a narrow segment of the total market. Because of this, the fund may be subject to greater risk and market fluctuations than a portfolio representing a broader range of industries.
7. Federal Tax Information
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| 2024 | 2023 |
Distributions Paid From | | |
Ordinary income | $ | 7,049,850 | | $ | 6,188,854 | |
Long-term capital gains | — | | $ | 14,688,344 | |
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
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Federal tax cost of investments | $ | 196,510,596 | |
Gross tax appreciation of investments | $ | 49,889,826 | |
Gross tax depreciation of investments | (3,982,331) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments | 45,907,495 | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | (1,071) | |
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) | $ | 45,906,424 | |
Undistributed ordinary income | $ | 237,601 | |
Accumulated short-term capital losses | $ | (11,778,506) | |
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and return of capital dividends received.
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
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For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended June 30 (except as noted) | | | |
Per-Share Data | | | | | | | Ratios and Supplemental Data | |
| | Income From Investment Operations*: | Distributions From: | | | Ratio to Average Net Assets of†: | | |
| Net Asset Value, Beginning of Period | Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) | Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) | Total From Investment Operations | Net Investment Income | Net Realized Gains | Total Distributions | Net Asset Value, End of Period | Total Return(2) | Operating Expenses | Net Investment Income (Loss) | Portfolio Turnover Rate | Net Assets, End of Period (in thousands) |
Investor Class | | | | | | | | | | |
2024 | $14.88 | 0.42 | 0.96 | 1.38 | (0.43) | — | (0.43) | $15.83 | 9.52% | 0.66% | 2.84% | 70% | $242,389 | |
2023 | $16.73 | 0.38 | (1.08) | (0.70) | (0.34) | (0.81) | (1.15) | $14.88 | (4.65)% | 0.66% | 2.32% | 113% | $264,878 | |
2022 | $17.17 | 0.33 | 0.56 | 0.89 | (0.31) | (1.02) | (1.33) | $16.73 | 4.98% | 0.65% | 1.86% | 140% | $309,887 | |
2021 | $15.91 | 0.41 | 2.08 | 2.49 | (0.39) | (0.84) | (1.23) | $17.17 | 15.95% | 0.66% | 2.34% | 108% | $314,100 | |
2020 | $17.88 | 0.53 | (1.97) | (1.44) | (0.53) | — | (0.53) | $15.91 | (8.39)% | 0.67% | 2.95% | 102% | $321,917 | |
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Notes to Financial Highlights |
(1)Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
*The amount shown for a share outstanding throughout the period may not correlate with the Statement(s) of Operations due to the timing of transactions in shares of a fund in relation to income earned and/or fluctuations in the fair value of a fund's investments.
†Ratios for periods less than one year are annualized. Zero balances may reflect amounts less than 0.005%.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
To the shareholders of the Utilities Fund and the Board of Directors of American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements and Financial Highlights
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Utilities Fund (the “Fund”), one of the funds constituting the American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc., as of June 30, 2024, the related statement of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, and the related notes. In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the three years in the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The financial highlights for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2021, were audited by other auditors, whose report, dated August 17, 2021, expressed an unqualified opinion on such financial highlights.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Fund is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and financial highlights, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and financial highlights. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of June 30, 2024, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
August 16, 2024
We have served as the auditor of one or more American Century investment companies since 1997.
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Approval of Management Agreement |
At a meeting held on June 13, 2024, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) unanimously approved the renewal of the management agreement pursuant to which American Century Investment Management, Inc. (the “Advisor”) acts as the investment advisor for the Fund. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), contracts for investment advisory services are required to be reviewed, evaluated, and approved by a majority of a fund’s Directors, including a majority of the independent Directors. The Board regards this annual evaluation and renewal as one of its most important responsibilities.
The independent Directors have memorialized a statement regarding the relationship between their ongoing obligations to oversee and evaluate the performance of the Advisor and their annual consideration of renewal of the management agreement. In that statement, the independent Directors noted that their assessment of the Advisor’s performance is an ongoing process that takes place over the entire year and is informed by all of the extensive information that the Board and its committees receive and consider over time. This information, together with the additional materials provided specifically in connection with the review, are central to the Board’s assessment of the Advisor’s performance and its determination whether to renew the Fund’s management agreement.
Prior to its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board requested and reviewed data and analysis relating to the proposed renewal. This information and analysis was compiled by the Advisor and certain independent data providers concerning the Fund.
In connection with its consideration of the renewal of the management agreement, the Board’s review and evaluation of the services provided by the Advisor and its affiliates included, but was not limited to
•the nature, extent, and quality of investment management, shareholder services, distribution services, and other services provided to the Fund;
•the wide range of programs and services the Advisor and other service providers provide to the Fund and its shareholders on a routine and non-routine basis;
•the Fund’s investment performance compared to appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of other mutual funds with similar investment objectives and strategies;
•the cost of owning the Fund compared to the cost of owning similarly-managed funds;
•the Advisor’s compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory experience and those of certain other service providers;
•the Advisor’s strategic plans, generally, and with respect to the Advisor’s response to investment management industry challenges;
•the Advisor’s business continuity plans, vendor management practices, and information security practices;
•the cost of services provided to the Fund, the profitability of the Fund to the Advisor, and the Advisor’s financial results of operation;
•possible economies of scale associated with the Advisor’s management of the Fund;
•any collateral benefits derived by the Advisor from the management of the Fund;
•fees and expenses associated with any investment by the Fund in other funds;
•payments to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries in connection therewith; and
•services provided and charges to the Advisor’s other investment management clients.
In keeping with its practice, the Board held two meetings and the independent Directors met in private sessions to discuss the renewal and to review and discuss the information provided in response to their request. The Board held active discussions with the Advisor regarding the renewal of the management agreement. The independent Directors had the benefit of the advice of their independent counsel throughout the process.
Factors Considered
The Directors considered all of the information provided by the Advisor, the independent data providers, and the independent Directors’ independent counsel in connection with the approval. They determined that the information was sufficient for them to evaluate the management agreement for the Fund. In connection with their review, the Directors did not identify any single factor as being all-important or controlling and each Director may have attributed different levels of importance to different factors. In deciding to renew the management agreement, the Board based its decision on a number of factors, including the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services — Generally. Under the management agreement, the Advisor is responsible for providing or arranging for all services necessary for the operation of the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor provides or arranges at its own expense a wide variety of services including, but not limited to:
•constructing and designing the Fund
•portfolio research and security selection
•initial capitalization/funding
•securities trading
•Fund administration
•custody of Fund assets
•daily valuation of the Fund’s portfolio
•liquidity monitoring and management
•risk management, including information security
•shareholder servicing and transfer agency, including shareholder confirmations, recordkeeping, and communications
•legal services (except the independent Directors’ counsel)
•regulatory and portfolio compliance
•financial reporting
•marketing and distribution (except amounts paid by the Fund under Rule 12b-1 plans)
The Board noted that many of these services have expanded over time in terms of both quantity and complexity in response to shareholder demands, competition in the industry, changing distribution channels, and the changing regulatory environment.
Investment Management Services. The nature of the investment management services provided to the Fund is quite complex and allows Fund shareholders access to professional money management, instant diversification of their investments, the opportunity to easily diversify among asset classes by investing in or exchanging among various American Century Investments funds, and liquidity. In evaluating investment performance, the Board expects the Advisor to manage the Fund in accordance with its investment objectives and principal investment strategies. Further, the Directors recognize that the Advisor has an obligation to seek the best execution of fund trades. In providing these services, the Advisor utilizes teams of investment professionals who require extensive information technology, research, training, compliance, and other systems to conduct their business. The Board, directly and through its Portfolio Committee, regularly reviews investment performance information for the Fund, together with comparative information for appropriate benchmarks and/or peer groups of similarly-managed funds, over different time horizons. The Directors also review investment performance information during the management agreement renewal process. If performance concerns are identified, the Fund receives special reviews until performance improves, during which the Board discusses with the Advisor the reasons for such results and any actions being taken to improve performance. The Fund’s performance was above its benchmark for the one-year period and below its benchmark for the three-, five-, and ten-year periods reviewed by the Board. The Board discussed the Fund’s performance with the Advisor and was satisfied with the efforts being undertaken by the Advisor. The Board found the investment management services provided by the Advisor to the Fund to be satisfactory and consistent with the management agreement.
Shareholder and Other Services. Under the management agreement, the Advisor, either directly or through affiliates or third parties, provides the Fund with a comprehensive package of transfer agency, shareholder, and other services. The Board, directly and through its various committees, regularly reviews reports and evaluations of such services at its regular meetings. These reports include, but are not limited to, information regarding the operational efficiency and accuracy of the shareholder and transfer agency services provided, staffing levels, shareholder satisfaction, technology support (including information security), new products and services offered to Fund shareholders, securities trading activities, portfolio valuation services, risk management, auditing services, and legal and operational compliance activities. The Board found the services provided by the Advisor to the Fund under the management agreement to be competitive and of high quality.
Costs of Services and Profitability. The Advisor provides detailed information concerning its cost of providing various services to the Fund, its profitability in managing the Fund, and its financial results of operation. The Directors have reviewed with the Advisor the methodology used to prepare this financial information. This information is considered in evaluating the Advisor’s financial condition, its ability to continue to provide services under the management agreement, and the reasonableness of the terms of the current management agreement. The Board concluded that the Advisor’s profits were reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Ethics. The Board generally considers the Advisor’s commitment to providing quality services to shareholders and to conducting its business ethically. They noted that the Advisor’s practices generally meet or exceed industry best practices.
Economies of Scale. The Board also reviewed information provided by the Advisor regarding the possible existence of economies of scale in connection with the management of the Fund. The Board concluded that economies of scale are difficult to measure and predict with precision, especially on a fund-by-fund basis. The Board concluded that the Advisor is appropriately sharing economies of scale, to the extent they exist, through its fee structure and through reinvestment in its business, infrastructure, investment capabilities and initiatives to provide shareholders enhanced and expanded services.
Comparison to Other Funds’ Fees. The management agreement provides that the Fund pays the Advisor a single, all-inclusive (or unified) management fee for providing all services necessary for the management and operation of the Fund, other than brokerage and other transaction fees and expenses relating to acquisition and disposition of portfolio securities, acquired fund fees and expenses, taxes, interest, extraordinary expenses, fund litigation expenses, fees and expenses of the Fund’s independent Directors (including their independent legal counsel), and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of shareholder services and distribution services under a plan adopted pursuant to Investment Company Act Rule 12b-1. Under this unified fee structure, the Advisor is responsible for providing investment advisory, custody, audit, administrative, compliance, recordkeeping, marketing, and shareholder services, or arranging and supervising third parties to provide such
services. By contrast, most other funds are charged a variety of fees, including an investment advisory fee, a transfer agency fee, an administrative fee, and other expenses. Other than their investment advisory fees and any applicable Rule 12b-1 distribution fees, all other components of the total fees charged by these other funds may be increased without shareholder approval. The Board believes the unified fee structure is a benefit to Fund shareholders because it clearly discloses to shareholders the cost of owning Fund shares, and, since the unified fee cannot be increased without a vote of Fund shareholders, it shifts to the Advisor the risk of increased costs of operating the Fund and provides a direct incentive to minimize administrative inefficiencies. Part of the Board’s analysis of fee levels involves reviewing certain evaluative data compiled by an independent provider comparing the Fund’s unified fee to the total expense ratio of peer funds. The unified fee charged to shareholders of the Fund was the lowest of the median of the total expense ratios of the Fund’s peer expense universe. The Board concluded that the management fee paid by the Fund to the Advisor under the management agreement is reasonable in light of the services provided to the Fund.
Comparison to Fees and Services Provided to Other Clients of the Advisor. The Board also requested and received information from the Advisor concerning the nature of the services, fees, costs, and profitability of its advisory services to advisory clients other than the Fund. They observed that these varying types of client accounts require different services and involve different regulatory and entrepreneurial risks than the management of the Fund. The Board analyzed this information and concluded that the fees charged and services provided to the Fund were reasonable by comparison.
Payments to Intermediaries. The Directors also requested and received a description of payments made to intermediaries by the Fund and the Advisor and services provided by intermediaries. These payments include various payments made by the Fund or the Advisor to different types of intermediaries and recordkeepers for distribution and service activities provided with respect to the Fund. The Directors reviewed such information and received representations from the Advisor that all such payments by the Fund were made pursuant to the Fund’s Rule 12b-1 Plan and that all such payments by the Advisor were made from the Advisor’s resources and reasonable profits.
Collateral or “Fall-Out” Benefits Derived by the Advisor. The Board considered the possible existence of collateral benefits the Advisor may receive as a result of its relationship with the Fund. The Board noted that the Advisor’s primary business is managing funds and it generally does not use fund or shareholder information to generate profits in other lines of business, and therefore does not derive any significant collateral benefits from them. The Board noted that the Advisor may receive proprietary research from broker-dealers that execute fund portfolio transactions. The Board also determined that the Advisor is able to provide investment management services to certain clients other than the Fund, at least in part, due to its existing infrastructure built to serve the fund complex. The Board also noted that the assets of those other accounts are, where applicable, included with the assets of the Fund to determine breakpoints in the management fee schedule.
Existing Relationship. The Board also considered whether there was any reason for not continuing the existing arrangement with the Advisor. In this regard, the Board was mindful of the potential disruptions of the Fund’s operations and various risks, uncertainties, and other effects that could occur as a result of a decision not to continue such relationship. In particular, the Board recognized that most shareholders have invested in the Fund on the strength of the Advisor’s industry standing and reputation and in the expectation that the Advisor will have a continuing role in providing advisory services to the Fund.
Conclusion of the Directors. As a result of this process, the Board, including all of the independent Directors, taking into account all of the factors discussed above and the information provided by the Advisor and others in connection with its review and received over time, concluded that the terms of the management agreement are fair and reasonable and that the management fee charged to the Fund is reasonable in light of the services provided and that the management agreement between the Fund and the Advisor should be renewed for an additional one-year period.
Other Tax Information
The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
The fund hereby designates up to the maximum amount allowable as qualified dividend income for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
For corporate taxpayers, the fund hereby designates $7,049,850, or up to the maximum amount allowable, of ordinary income distributions paid during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 as qualified for the corporate dividends received deduction.
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(b) The information required by Item 13 of Form N-1A is included as part of the financial statements filed under Item 7(a) of this Form.
ITEM 8. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
None.
ITEM 9. PROXY DISCLOSURES FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
None.
ITEM 10. REMUNERATION PAID TO DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND OTHERS OF OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
The remuneration paid to directors, officers and others is included as part of the report to stockholders filed under Item 7 of this Form.
ITEM 11. STATEMENT REGARDING BASIS FOR APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT ADVISORY CONTRACT.
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A statement regarding the basis for the board of directors’ approval of the investment advisory contract is included as part of the reports to stockholders filed under Item 7 of this Form. |
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ITEM 12. DISCLOSURE OF PROXY VOTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
Not applicable.
ITEM 13. PORTFOLIO MANAGERS OF CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
Not applicable.
ITEM 14. PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES BY CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY AND AFFILIATED PURCHASERS.
Not applicable.
ITEM 15. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS.
During the reporting period, there were no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board.
ITEM 16. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.
(a) The registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer have concluded that the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) are effective based on their evaluation of these controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing date of this report.
(b) There were no changes in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 17. DISCLOSURE OF SECURITIES LENDING ACTIVITIES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
Not applicable.
ITEM 18. RECOVERY OF ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION.
(a) Not applicable.
(b) Not applicable.
ITEM 19. EXHIBITS.
(a)(1) Registrant’s Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers, which is the subject of the disclosure required by Item 2 of Form N-CSR, was filed as Exhibit 12(a)(1) to American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc.’s Certified Shareholder Report on Form N-CSR, File No. 811-21591, on September 29, 2005.
(a)(2) Not applicable.
(a)(4) Not applicable.
(a)(5) Not applicable.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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Registrant: | American Century Quantitative Equity Funds, Inc. |
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By: | /s/ Patrick Bannigan | |
| Name: | Patrick Bannigan | |
| Title: | President | |
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Date: | August 23, 2024 | |
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
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By: | /s/ Patrick Bannigan | |
| Name: | Patrick Bannigan | |
| Title: | President | |
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Date: | August 23, 2024 | |
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By: | /s/ R. Wes Campbell | |
| Name: | R. Wes Campbell | |
| Title: | Treasurer and | |
| | Chief Financial Officer | |
| | (principal financial officer) | |
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Date: | August 23, 2024 | |