International Equity Index Fund Manager Performance Evaluation

PFIEX Fund  USD 11.63  0.04  0.35%   
The fund retains a Market Volatility (i.e., Beta) of 0.46, which attests to possible diversification benefits within a given portfolio. As returns on the market increase, International Equity's returns are expected to increase less than the market. However, during the bear market, the loss of holding International Equity is expected to be smaller as well.

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Over the last 90 days International Equity Index has generated negative risk-adjusted returns adding no value to fund investors. In spite of fairly strong technical and fundamental indicators, International Equity is not utilizing all of its potentials. The current stock price disturbance, may contribute to short-term losses for the investors.
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International Equity Relative Risk vs. Return Landscape

If you would invest  1,237  in International Equity Index on August 28, 2024 and sell it today you would lose (74.00) from holding International Equity Index or give up 5.98% of portfolio value over 90 days. International Equity Index is currently producing negative expected returns and takes up 0.861% volatility of returns over 90 trading days. Put another way, 7% of traded mutual funds are less volatile than International, and 99% of all traded equity instruments are likely to generate higher returns over the next 90 trading days.
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Assuming the 90 days horizon International Equity is expected to under-perform the market. In addition to that, the company is 1.1 times more volatile than its market benchmark. It trades about -0.11 of its total potential returns per unit of risk. The Dow Jones Industrial is currently generating roughly 0.18 per unit of volatility.

International Equity Current Valuation

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Please note that International Equity's price fluctuation is very steady at this time. At this time, the entity appears to be overvalued. International Equity retains a regular Real Value of $10.98 per share. The prevalent price of the fund is $11.63. We determine the value of International Equity from evaluating fund fundamentals and technical indicators as well as its Probability Of Bankruptcy. In general, we encourage acquiring undervalued mutual funds and dropping overvalued mutual funds since, at some point, mutual fund prices and their ongoing real values will come together.
Since International Equity is currently traded on the exchange, buyers and sellers on that exchange determine the market value of International Mutual Fund. However, International Equity's intrinsic value may or may not be the same as its current market price, in which case there is an opportunity to profit from the mispricing, assuming the market price will eventually merge with its intrinsic value.
Historical Market  11.63 Real  10.98 Hype  11.63
The intrinsic value of International Equity's stock can be calculated using various methods such as discounted cash flow analysis, price-to-earnings ratio, or price-to-book ratio. That value may differ from its current market price, which is determined by supply and demand factors such as investor sentiment, market trends, news, and other external factors that may influence International Equity's stock price. It is important to note that the real value of any stock may change over time based on changes in the company's performance.
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Estimating the potential upside or downside of International Equity Index helps investors to forecast how International mutual fund's addition to their portfolios will impact the overall performance. We also use other valuation drivers to help us estimate the true value of International Equity more accurately as focusing exclusively on International Equity's fundamentals will not take into account other important factors:
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International Equity Market Risk Analysis

Today, many novice investors tend to focus exclusively on investment returns with little concern for International Equity's investment risk. Standard deviation is the most common way to measure market volatility of mutual funds, such as International Equity Index, and traders can use it to determine the average amount a International Equity's price has deviated from the expected return over a period of time. It is calculated by determining the expected price for the established period and then subtracting this figure from each price point. The differences are then squared, summed, and averaged to produce the variance.

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Based on monthly moving average International Equity is not performing at its full potential. However, if added to a well diversified portfolio the total return can be enhanced and market risk can be reduced. You can increase risk-adjusted return of International Equity by adding International Equity to a well-diversified portfolio.

International Equity Fundamentals Growth

International Mutual Fund prices reflect investors' perceptions of the future prospects and financial health of International Equity, and International Equity fundamentals are critical determinants of its market performance. Overall, investors pay close attention to revenue and earnings growth, profit margins, and debt levels. These fundamentals can have a significant impact on International Mutual Fund performance.
Total Asset988.06 M

About International Equity Performance

Evaluating International Equity's performance through its fundamental ratios, provides valuable insights into its operational efficiency and profitability. For instance, if International Equity has a high ROA and ROE, it suggests that the company is efficiently using its assets and equity to generate substantial profits, making it an attractive investment. Conversely, if International Equity has a low ROA and ROE, it may indicate underlying issues in asset and equity management, signaling a need for operational improvements. Please also refer to our technical analysis and fundamental analysis pages.
The fund invests at least 80 percent of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in securities that compose the MSCI EAFE NTR Index at the time of purchase. Principal Funds is traded on NASDAQ Exchange in the United States.

Things to note about International Equity performance evaluation

Checking the ongoing alerts about International Equity for important developments is a great way to find new opportunities for your next move. Mutual Fund alerts and notifications screener for International Equity help investors to be notified of important events, changes in technical or fundamental conditions, and significant headlines that can affect investment decisions.
International Equity generated a negative expected return over the last 90 days
The fund maintains 99.4% of its assets in stocks
Evaluating International Equity's performance can involve analyzing a variety of financial metrics and factors. Some of the key considerations to evaluate International Equity's mutual fund performance include:
  • Analyzing International Equity's financial statements, including its income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, helps in understanding its overall financial health and growth potential.
  • Getting a closer look at valuation ratios like price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio, price-to-sales (P/S) ratio, and price-to-book (P/B) ratio help in understanding whether International Equity's stock is overvalued or undervalued compared to its peers.
  • Examining International Equity's industry or sector and how it is performing can give you an idea of its growth potential and how it is positioned relative to its competitors.
  • Evaluating International Equity's management team can have a significant impact on its success or failure. Reviewing the track record and experience of International Equity's management team can help you assess the Mutual Fund's leadership.
  • Pay attention to analyst opinions and ratings of International Equity's mutual fund. These opinions can provide insight into International Equity's potential for growth and whether the stock is currently undervalued or overvalued.
It's essential to remember that evaluating International Equity's mutual fund performance is not an exact science, and many factors can impact International Equity's mutual fund market price. Therefore, it's also important to diversify your portfolio and not rely solely on one company or stock for your investments.

Other Information on Investing in International Mutual Fund

International Equity financial ratios help investors to determine whether International Mutual Fund is cheap or expensive when compared to a particular measure, such as profits or enterprise value. In other words, they help investors to determine the cost of investment in International with respect to the benefits of owning International Equity security.
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