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Litman Gregory AdvisorIntelligence Interviews Michael Kass, Reiterates EM and International Fund Recommendations
October 01, 2020 -After a recent interview with portfolio manager Michael Kass, Litman Gregory reaffirmed its conviction in Baron Emerging Markets Fund (BEXIX) and Baron International Growth Fund (BINIX), highlighting Michael’s disciplined long-term approach to growth investing, superior understanding of secular trends and business models, and macro-risk overlay as reasons for their recommendation. To view the full article, click here.
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Anuj Aggarwal Named Assistant Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund
May 15, 2020 -We are pleased to announce that Anuj Aggarwal has been appointed to the position of Assistant Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund, working with Portfolio Manager Michael Kass. Anuj joined Baron in 2012 to support our emerging markets and international research efforts, and has a total of 12 years of research experience. He will continue to conduct equity research in his expanded role.
For more information, please contact us.
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Michael Kass Discusses Investments in China and India with Litman Gregory
January 23, 2019 -Michael Kass, portfolio manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund and Baron International Growth Fund, sat down with Litman Gregory to discuss his perspective on foreign equity markets.
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Kiplinger Recommends Baron Emerging Markets Fund
November 07, 2017 -The cover story of the December issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance ("3 Best International Mutual Funds to Play the Global Economic Recovery") recommended Baron Emerging Markets Fund for investors looking for exposure to international and/or emerging markets. Read the article at www.kiplinger.com. (Subcription required to access).
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InvestorPlace Includes Baron Emerging Markets Fund Among the Best Actively Managed Mutual Funds
October 03, 2017 -In its Quarterly Review & Outlook published on October 2, 2017, InvestorPlace named Baron Emerging Markets Fund one of the five best funds to consider right now. The article highlights portfolio manager Michael Kass’ focus on “top-quality companies in China, such as BABA and Tencent Holdings Ltd.” Read it (“5 Best Actively Managed Mutual Funds for Q4: As markets become more volatile, there are advantages to having funds with top-notch money managers”) at www.investorplace.com.
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Morningstar's Fund Spy: Baron Emerging Markets Fund Among June Medalists
July 10, 2017 -Morningstar’s Fund Spy awarded Baron Emerging Markets Fund a bronze medal in its June fund ratings. It highlighted the strong results, below-average expenses, and conservative investing approach of the Fund, which is managed by portfolio manager Michael Kass.
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Michael Kass quoted in Kiplinger
May 30, 2017 -"We're in the middle innings of a notable earnings recovery across virtually all emerging markets," says Michael Kass, manager of the $3.3 billion Baron Emerging Markets Fund. Kass favors high-quality, fast-growing companies and finds India "an especially promising hunting ground.” Read the full story at www.kiplinger.com. (Subscription required to access).
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Morningstar Profile | Michael Kass
March 09, 2017 -Michael Kass, portfolio manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund and Baron International Growth Fund, featured in the February/March 2017 issue of Morningstar magazine discussing the Baron approach to growth investing farther afield.
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Baron Emerging Markets Fund Recommended by Kiplinger
February 22, 2017 -In Kiplinger's recent StockWatch update, "How Nervous Investors Should Play the Trump Rally," senior editor Anne Kates Smith mentions Baron Emerging Markets Fund as one of two "foreign funds worth exploring." Read the article at www.kiplinger.com (Subscription required to access).
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Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine Recommends Baron Emerging Markets Fund
January 05, 2017 -In his "Opening Shot" commentary in the February 2017 issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, James Glassman recommends Baron Emerging Markets Fund. ("A Surprise Boost for Emerging Markets: Trump's election has provided emerging markets with an unexpected benefit: a stronger dollar, which makes foreign goods even cheaper here.") Read the article at www.kiplinger.com. (Subscription required to access).
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Kiplinger recommends Baron Emerging Markets Fund in "Where to Invest in 2017"
November 15, 2016 -"The long-term growth opportunity is intact, but the new administration will have an impact on emerging-markets stocks and currencies in what could be a more contentious environment for trade policy." Patient investors can invest through Kip 25 member Baron Emerging Markets Fund. Read the article at www.kiplinger.com. (Subscription required to access).
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Emerging Markets Roundtable: Where to Invest Now
November 05, 2016 -Barron’s recently convened four veteran emerging market managers – including Michael Kass, Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund and Baron International Growth Fund – to solicit their views on whether this year’s rally is the start of a new bull market or a prelude to a correction. Learn more about where they are investing today.
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Michael Kass: A Potential Game Changer for EM and International Markets?
Michael Kass, portfolio manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund and Baron International Growth Fund, explains why he believes the current crisis could result in a shift in leadership to emerging market and international stocks.
The Baron Portfolio Manager Call Series
We are hosting a series of conference calls with our portfolio managers in light of current market conditions. Replays of past calls are available by dialing 866-595-5357 and the following passcodes after the prompt:
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Emerging Markets and International Equities Fourth Quarter 2019 Update
Michael Kass, Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund and Baron International Growth Fund, provides his review of and outlook on EM and international markets. To listen to the audio, dial: 1.866.595.5357, passcode: 2489104#.
Are EM Equities Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in emerging markets equities.
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Portfolio Manager Michael Kass discusses how he finds opportunities through a combination of secular growth themes and bottom-up investing.
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Portfolio Manager Michael Kass discusses how he finds promising investment opportunities in the complex and dynamic asset class of emerging markets.
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Are EM Equities Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in emerging markets equities.
Are EM Equities Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in emerging markets equities.
Are International Stocks Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in international equities.
Are International Stocks Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in international equities.
Are EM Equities Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in emerging markets equities.
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Baron Investor: Baron Emerging Markets Fund
Portfolio Manager Michael Kass discusses how he finds promising investment opportunities in the complex and dynamic asset class of emerging markets.
Baron Investor: Baron Emerging Markets Fund
Portfolio Manager Michael Kass discusses how he finds promising investment opportunities in the complex and dynamic asset class of emerging markets.
2Q19 Baron Emerging Markets Strategy Letter
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Are EM Equities Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in emerging markets equities.
1Q19 Baron Emerging Markets Strategy Letter
Baron Investor: Baron International Growth Fund
Portfolio Manager Michael Kass discusses how he finds opportunities through a combination of secular growth themes and bottom-up investing.
1Q19 Baron International Growth Fund Letter
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Are International Stocks Poised to Outperform?
We believe now may be an ideal time to invest in international equities.
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Market Commentary: A Brighter Outlook for Emerging Markets in 2019
Michael Kass, Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund, discusses recent emerging markets equities performance and his outlook for 2019.
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Market Commentary: Recent Volatility in Emerging Markets
Michael Kass, Portfolio Manager of Baron Emerging Markets Fund, discusses recent volatility in emerging markets, his current outlook for EM, and how he is positioning his portfolio in response.
Michael Kass' Market Forecast for 2018
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Baron International Funds Outperform
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Introduction Video: Baron International Growth Fund
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Baron Investor
A detailed look at Baron International Growth Fund that discusses the Fund's differentiated characteristics and investment process, as well as recent market trends.
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2Q17 Baron Emerging Markets Fund Letter
Read the latest commentary from Michael Kass, portfolio manager of this diversified emerging markets Fund focusing mainly on growth companies of all sizes domiciled in developing countries.
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With thousands of emerging market companies operating across a variety of countries, where do we begin? Learn more about the Baron Emerging Market Fund's in-depth, integrated approach to navigating the emerging markets landscape.
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Michael Kass, portfolio manager of the Baron International Growth Fund, discusses finding investment opportunities in a vast and intricate market through a combination of long-term investment themes and a fundamental bottom up research approach.