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Gold Fund Holdings Update – August 2022 and Attribution Analysis

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Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – August 23, 2022) – This report details the most recent portfolio holdings for Precious Metal Managed Funds and summarizes changes in portfolio holdings in August 2022.

A Copy of the Full Report is Available to Read by Following the Link Below:
https://mineralfunds/portfolio-holdings-update-august-2022

Domicile Fund Name Fund Fees Holdings Report
Funds Reporting Monthly
   
USA Fidelity Select Gold Summary Jun, 2022
USA Franklin Gold & Precious Metals Fund (USA) Summary Jul, 2022
Luxembourg Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (Lux) Summary Jul, 2022
USA VanEck International Investors Gold Fund Summary Jul, 2022
USA VanEck VIP Global Gold Fund Summary Jul, 2022
    
Funds Reporting Quarterly
   
USA GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust Summary Mar, 2022
USA American Century Global Gold Fund Summary Jun, 2022
USA USAA Precious Metals and Minerals Fund Summary Jun, 2022
USA Gabelli Gold Fund Inc. Summary Mar, 2022
USA Allspring Precious Metals Fund Summary Jun, 2022
USA GAMCO Natural Resources, Gold & Income Trust Summary Mar, 2022
USA EuroPac Gold Fund Summary Jul, 2022
USA OCM Gold Fund Summary May, 2022
Bermuda ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited Summary May, 2022
    
Funds Reporting Annually / Semi Annually
   
Luxembourg iW Commodities & Gold Equities Summary Dec, 2021
Luxembourg Sprott-Alpina Gold Equity UCITS Fund Summary Dec, 2021
UK NinetyOne Funds Series iii – Global Gold Fund Summary Feb, 2022
UK Quilter Investors Precious Metals Equity Fund Summary Dec, 2021
Switzerland Sprott-Alpina Gold Equity Fund Summary Dec, 2021
BVI Power Capital Ltd. – Gold Edge Fund Summary Jun, 2022

 

A portfolio holding ‘attribution analysis‘ is undertaken on the portfolios of every gold fund that reports full asset allocations monthly, and on any fund that reports with assets in excess of USD $1billion. The analysis includes a list of any companies which are new to a portfolio, and also a list of companies which have been completely sold from or ‘dropped’ from a portfolio.

The summary below outlines which companies have been added, and are new, to a given portfolio and which companies have been sold from, and are no longer held by, a given portfolio.

FUNDS REPORTING MONTHLY

Fidelity Select Gold Fund

30.Jun.2022 $1,380 M USD
   
Added Dropped
Ivanhoe Electric, Inc. Alexco Resource Corp.
New Pacific Metals Corp.
Foran Mining Corp.
  
Largest Position:
Newmont Corp. (NYSE: NEM) 15.0%
   

 

Franklin Gold & Precious Metals Fund (USA) Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (Lux)
31.Jul.2022 $986 M USD 31.Jul.2022 $478 M USD
   
Added Dropped Added Dropped
Bravo Mining Corp. Los Cerros Ltd. Bravo Mining Corp. Los Cerros Ltd.
Genesis Minerals Ltd. Royal Bafokeng Platinum Ltd. Genesis Minerals Ltd. Royal Bafokeng Platinum Ltd.
Reunion Gold Corp. Reunion Gold Corp.
  
Largest Position: Largest Position:
Endeavor Mining (TSX: EDV) 5.3% Endeavor Mining (TSX: EDV) 5.2%
   

 

VanEck International Investors Gold Fund VanEck VIP Global Gold Fund
31.Jul.2022 $687 M USD 31.Jul.2022 $44 M USD
   
Added Dropped Added Dropped
   
  
  
     
Largest Position: Largest Position:
Franco-Nevada Crp. (TSX: FNV) 9.3% Franco-Nevada Crp. (TSX: FNV) 9.2%
     

 

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FUNDS REPORTING MONTHLY ATTRIBUTION ANALYSIS

Fidelity Select Gold Fund

The Fund’s largest holding, Newmont Corp. (NYSE: NEM), increased in size in relative terms again this month from 14.6% to 15.0% of the portfolio, despite a decrease in holding size from $237.5 M USD to $208.8 M USD (-$18.7 M USD). The Newmont holding became a larger relative holding because the world’s largest listed gold company decreased in value by a lesser amount than smaller company holdings in a declining gold market over the month of June 2022.

During June 2022, Fidelity Select Gold Fund took a new position in Ivanhoe Electric, Inc. (NYSE: IE). The position was valued at $8.7 M USD representing 0.63% of the portfolio at month end. Ivanhoe Electric, Inc. is a newly listed company (listed June 2022) Chaired by mining financier Robert Friedland and is focused on the discovery of electric metals such as copper, gold, silver and nickel primarily in the USA.

The Fund also initiated a position in New Pacific Metals Corp. (TSX: NUAG). At month end the position was valued at $4.3 M USD representing 0.3% of the portfolio. New Pacific Metals holds three advanced stage, high quality silver projects in Bolivia including the Silver Sand project which was one of the earliest mineral discoveries in Bolivia.

Finally, the Fund also took on a new position in Foran Mining Corp. (TSXV: FOM) which is developing the McIlvenna Bay Project in Saskatchewan, Canada. The McIlvenna Bay Project is billed as ‘Developing a significant and scalable resource into the world’s first carbon neutral copper mine.” At month end the new position was valued at $1.4 M USD, representing 0.1% of the total portfolio.

During the month of June 2022, the Fund liquidated its holding of Alexco Resource Corp. (TSX: AXU) contributing to a selloff resulting from the announcement of a proposed transaction with Hecla Mining Company (NYSE: HL).

Franklin Gold & Precious Metals Fund (USA)

At month end July 2022, the Fund’s largest holding was Endeavour Mining PLC (TSX: EDV). This holding was valued at $51.8 M USD representing 5.3% of the portfolio. The second largest holding was Barrick Gold Corp (TSX: ABX) valued at $47.2 M USD and representing 4.8% of the total portfolio.

During July 2022, Franklin Gold & Precious Metals Fund (USA) took a new position in recently listed company (listed July 2022) Bravo Mining Corp. (TSXV: BRVO). Bravo Mining is developing the 100% owned Luanga PGM +Ni + Cu +Au Project in Carajás Mineral Province, Brazil. The company’s market cap is ~$160M CAD. At month end the Fund’s position was valued at $3.7M USD representing 0.38% of the total portfolio.

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The Fund has also initiated a new position in Australian junior gold producer Genesis Minerals Ltd. (ASX: GMD). Genesis Minerals has a market cap of ~$460 M AUD and at month end the holding was valued at $3.2 M USD representing 0.35% of the portfolio. Genesis Minerals is focused on merging with Dacian Gold, developing the 2M oz. Leonora Gold Project and consolidating regional gold potential in and around Leonora, West Australia.

During July 2022, the Fund also took a new position in Reunion Gold Corp. (CVD: RGD). Reunion Gold has a market cap ~$260M CAD and at month end the position was valued at $2.5M USD representing 0.25% of the portfolio. Reunion Gold is focused on discovery and development of gold deposits in the Guiana Shield and has gold exploration and development projects in Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana.

During the month of July 2022, the Fund liquidated positions in Australian listed Los Cerros Ltd. (ASX: LCL) and South African listed Royal Bafokeng Platinum Ltd. (JSE: RBP).

Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (Lux)

Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (Luxembourg) mirrors Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund (USA).

VanEck International Investors Gold Fund

Franco-Nevada Corp. (TSX: FNV) remained the Fund’s largest position valued at $81.2 M USD and representing 9.3% of the portfolio. The Fund did not acquire any new company names and did not fully liquidate any holdings during the month of July.

The Fund increased holdings in: B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO) and Predictive Discovery Limited (ASX: PDI).

The Fund reduced holdings in: Nighthawk Gold Corp. (TSX: NHK), Wallbridge Mining Co. Ltd. (TSX: WM), Rio2 Limited (CVE: RIO) and Perpetua Resources Corp. (TSX: PPTA).

VanEck VIP Global Gold Fund

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VanEck VIP Global Gold Fund mirrors VanEck International Investors Fund.

A complete list of Precious Metal Managed Funds and their respective portfolio holdings can be found at:

https://mineralfunds.com/gold-funds/

Reported by: Khadijah Samnani, Analyst        Supported By: Christopher Berlet BSc, CFA

For further information please contact:
(416) 525 – 6869
[email protected]

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/134612

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CARD91 Launches Revolutionary 3-in-1 Card Platform at Global Fintech Fest 2024: Pioneering ID and Payment Integration

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CARD91 proudly announces the launch of its 3-in-1 card platform at the prestigious Global Fintech Fest 2024. This innovative solution merges an ID Card, Access, and Prepaid Card functionalities, including NCMC, into one streamlined product, tailored for the modern needs of Corporate Employees and Students alike. Apart from these use cases, this card can be used in multiple scenarios like proper management of large-scale events, in medical institutions, shopping malls, and many more.

Unlock the Future with a Single Tap

This 3-in-1 card platform is set to redefine how organisations and their employees handle professional and financial transactions. By integrating multiple services into one card, users can now enjoy unparalleled convenience, improved security, and increased flexibility.

Platform Capabilities:

  • Mobile-First Design: Optimised for mobile access, ensuring a seamless experience for both users and issuers.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive portals and customisable dashboards simplify management, enhancing operational efficiency for corporates.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Fully aligned with RBI guidelines, ensuring secure, compliant transactions.
  • Enhanced Security: Equipped with numberless EMV cards, multi-factor authentication, and PCI DSS-compliant data storage for robust fraud protection.
  • Configurable Integration: Open APIs allow easy adaptation and integration with various business systems.
  • End-Use Control: Customisable settings for transaction limits, whitelisting/blacklisting MCCs/MIDs for enhanced expenditure control.

Card Benefits:

  • Multipurpose Functionality: A unified solution for both business and personal use, simplifying everyday interactions.
  • Convenient Mobility: NCMC-enabled, allowing users to skip metro queues and streamline daily commutes.
  • Environmentally Friendly: Reduces carbon footprint by consolidating multiple functions into one eco-friendly card.

A New Era of Integration and Convenience

“We are thrilled to introduce this pioneering 3-in-1 card platform. This product represents our vision of the future, where technology seamlessly integrates into our everyday lives, from unlocking office doors to making secure online purchases and tapping to pay at the store. This launch also signifies our preparedness to enable APAAR Cards for students,” said CARD91 CEO, Ajay Pandey.

He added, “This launch marks a significant step forward in digital convenience, and we extend our sincere thanks to NSDL Payments Bank and NPCI for their support in making this possible.”

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Ibanera Teams Up with Visa to Drive Digital Payment Solutions

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Leading digital banking platform Ibanera, spearheaded by CEO Michael Carbonara, announced today its collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments. This opportunity will enable Ibanera to leverage Visa’s card issuing capabilities to support its clientele’s banking and finance needs.

Ibanera’s integration with Visa’s payment network will enhance accessibility to domestic and cross-border payments for businesses and their customers. The collaboration provides Ibanera with the scalability to grow its fintech enablement services to meet growing customer demand.

Michael Carbonara, CEO of Ibanera, emphasized the significance of this collaboration for the growth of the payment ecosystem: “Navigating the complexities of regulation and payments can be challenging. This is why we are excited about our strong collaboration with Visa, which will drive innovation and provide simplified solutions as we focus on the digital and creator economies.”

Ibanera’s collaboration with Visa provides an ecosystem not only for global payments but also leverages Visa’s advanced security and fraud protection systems, such as Visa’s zero liability policy for unauthorized transactions, giving cardholders peace of mind through trust in the cards utilized.

Visa Senior Vice President of Digital Partnerships, James Schinella says, “Our alliance with Ibanera underscores our shared commitment to enhancing the payments ecosystem. Our joint efforts will provide advanced security and fraud protection, ensuring peace of mind for cardholders.”

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Gaia-X Introduces the Compliance Document to Enable and Increase Trust, Security, and European Sovereignty in Digital Ecosystems

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Gaia-X, a leading European initiative aimed at establishing a secure, transparent, and interoperable digital infrastructure, has unveiled its Compliance Document. This essential framework defines the standards that data providers, data consumers, data exchanges, and digital infrastructures must follow to participate in the Gaia-X ecosystem. Aligned with the core European values of transparency, data protection, and cybersecurity, the document promotes innovation and competitiveness while ensuring that organisations operate globally under clear, standardised rules.

Why Gaia-X Compliance Matters

The Gaia-X Compliance Document is not just a set of rules but a foundational guide for creating trust in the evolving digital marketplace. It focuses on three key areas:

  1. Openness and Transparency: Gaia-X supports global efforts to create interoperable data spaces built on federated cloud infrastructures. By ensuring transparency in operations, data handling, and service processes, Gaia-X fosters trust across the entire ecosystem, ensuring stakeholders have clear insight into the services they use.
  2. Security and Data Protection: In compliance with GDPR and other European regulations, such as the Data Act and Data Governance Act, Gaia-X ensures that personal and non-personal data are handled securely. Service providers are required to implement strong privacy protections and technical safeguards, offering businesses and users peace of mind.
  3. European Sovereignty: At its core and especially with its Label Level 3, Gaia-X guarantees European control over digital infrastructure, ensuring that services comply with European laws and standards. However, Gaia-X is designed with global interoperability in mind, providing tools and frameworks that can be adapted to meet the regulations of other regions worldwide.

Key Components of Gaia-X Compliance

1. Standards-Based Approach: The Gaia-X compliance framework builds on globally recognised standards, ensuring a high level of security and compliance across industries.

2. Label System for Differentiation: Gaia-X has introduced a clear labelling system to categorise services based on their level of compliance:

  • Gaia-X Standard Compliance: A universal set of standards designed to apply to all types of providers worldwide.
  • Gaia-X Label Level 1: Entry-level compliance with standard data protection and security following European laws.
  • Gaia-X Label Level 2: Higher-level data protection and security standards following European laws and widely based on certifications.
  • Gaia-X Label Level 3:  The highest compliance level for services requiring exceptional data handling, security, and legal control for European providers only.

These labels provide clarity for both providers and users, ensuring transparency in service offerings.

3. Trust Anchors and Continuous Validation: Gaia-X ensures ongoing trust and compliance through its Trust Framework, powered by the Gaia-X Digital Clearing House (GXDCH). This system continuously validates verifiable credentials, allowing automated trust assessments across the ecosystem.

Benefits for Ecosystem Participants

The Gaia-X Compliance offers significant advantages to both service providers and users:

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  • For Users: Businesses and governments benefit from greater choice, transparency, and control over the digital services they utilise. With Gaia-X’s clear compliance standards, users can confidently select services that meet their specific security, privacy, compliance or sovereignty needs, allowing them to select their preferred Label Level while maintaining flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in.
  • For Providers: Gaia-X offers a clear path to certification and compliance, enabling companies to demonstrate adherence to top-tier security and privacy standards. By aligning with European regulations, providers enhance their credibility, position themselves as digital market leaders, and answer to market demand. The standardised use of the Gaia-X Ontology ensures that cloud providers can achieve true interoperability across ecosystems.

The Gaia-X Compliance Document highlights Europe’s commitment to digital sovereignty, security, and trust, providing a foundation for a trusted digital marketplace aligned with European values and laws. It serves as a blueprint for global organisations to operate securely, transparently, and interoperably.

 

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