In a world of seven billion people, fossil fuels play a pivotal role in sustaining our daily lives, providing essential resources for food, clothing, and transportation. However, the relentless increase in global energy demand has raised significant questions about the future supply of these vital resources. According to the US Energy Information Administration's International Energy Outlook 2012, explosive growth in countries like China, India, Brazil, and other emerging nations is expected to drive energy demand up by a staggering 91% by 2035. Simultaneously, the costs associated with finding and extracting the Earth's depleting fossil fuel reserves are projected to rise.

Fund Objective

At First Standard Capital, our Global Energy Fund is driven by a clear and compelling objective: to provide investors with the means to navigate the dynamic and evolving energy landscape successfully. As our world's population continues to grow and global energy demand escalates, we recognize the pivotal role that energy plays in sustaining our daily lives, from the food we consume to the clothes we wear and the means by which we transport ourselves.

However, this increasing global demand is met with a challenging dilemma – the availability of fossil fuels, the traditional backbone of our energy supply, is dwindling. According to the US Energy Information Administration's International Energy Outlook 2012, countries such as China, India, Brazil, and other emerging nations are expected to drive energy demand up by a remarkable 91% by 2035. Simultaneously, the cost and complexity of finding and extracting the Earth's depleting fossil fuel reserves are projected to rise. The First Standard Global Energy Fund aims to provide investors with exposure to the ever-evolving energy landscape. It capitalizes on the growing global demand for energy while addressing concerns about the sustainability of fossil fuels. By investing in companies engaged in both traditional and alternative energy sources, our fund seeks to strike a balance between delivering attractive returns and contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

A Balanced Approach Our fund's mission extends beyond the pursuit of attractive financial returns. We are deeply committed to addressing the concerns surrounding the sustainability of fossil fuels and actively contribute to a more environmentally responsible energy landscape. By investing in companies that embrace both traditional and alternative energy sources, we strike a delicate balance that benefits both investors and the planet.

In essence, our Global Energy Fund is more than an investment opportunity; it is a crucial step towards securing a sustainable energy future. By participating in this fund, investors align their financial goals with a broader vision of responsible energy management and contribute to the global transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable world.

GLOBAL INNOVATORS, INVESTOR CLASS

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Performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Funds may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. Total returns reflect a fee waiver in effect and in the absence of this waiver, the total returns would be lower.