Overview
Inception
Date
01.01.2002
Account
Minimum
$100,000
Philosophy
- We believe that real estate assets are an important part of a diversified portfolio and can provide an attractive combination capital appreciation and current income.
- We view real estate securities as offering investors a cost-effective, liquid way to participate in the asset class.
- Aim to add value primarily through positive stock selection within each property type subsector.
- Our long-term perspective values companies with multi-year catalysts and produces low portfolio turnover.
Process
- Disciplined “relative value” approach combines the benefits of both quantitative and fundamental research.
- Quantitative analysis: compare REITs to their property subsector peers on the basis of valuation, cash flow growth, and financial leverage.
- Qualitative analysis: identify those REITs which offer the most attractive relative value and possess a catalyst to drive earnings and valuation.
Portfolio Manager
Performance
| Term | QTR | YTD | 1 Year | 3 Years | 5 Years | 10 Years | Since Inception1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate SMA (Gross) | 3.01 | 3.01 | 11.47 | -0.20 | 10.58 | 6.64 | 9.60 |
| Real Estate SMA (Net) | 2.26 | 2.26 | 8.24 | -3.12 | 7.37 | 3.54 | 6.42 |
| Bloomberg U.S. 3000 REIT Index | 2.77 | 2.77 | 9.30 | -1.68 | 9.59 | 5.74 | 9.15 |
1The composite inception date is 12.31.2001. The benchmark is the Bloomberg U.S. 3000 REIT Index. The net of fee performance reflects the deduction of the maximum SMA bundled fee of 3.00% annually for all periods presented. Performance is preliminary and is annualized for periods longer than one year. Net of fees performance returns are presented net of the SMA bundled fee, which includes all charges for trading costs, advisory services, portfolio management, custody and other administrative fees. “Pure” Gross of fees performance returns do not reflect the deduction of any fees including trading costs: a client’s return will be reduced by the management fees and other expenses it may incur. Investment management fees are described in SCM's Form ADV 2A. Performance reflects the reinvestment of interest income and dividends and realized capital gains. The performance presented represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Performance is compared to an index: however, the volatility of an index varies greatly and investments cannot be made directly in an index. Market conditions vary from year to year and can result in a decline in market value due to material market or economic conditions. Sources: Morningstar Direct; Sterling Capital Management Analytics. Please refer to the GIPS Composite Report in the factsheet linked below for additional disclosures.
Real Estate SMA
Materials
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Insights
05.07.2025 • Charles Wittmann, CFA®
- We believe the inputs that create the ability for a company to pay dividends is of critical importance, especially if the economic environment becomes challenging. - Starting in the later part of 2024, aggregate Bloomberg estimated earnings for the S&P 500® Index began to moderate then decline. - While dividend payout ratios have improved, we would note that the rate of the market’s dividend growth has fallen almost 50%, to mid-single digits, since 2022. - We believe more tempered growth expectations and companies signaling greater caution by moderating their commitment to return cash to shareholders via dividends is our sign to remain vigilant on the fundamental sources that generate dividend growth.
04.03.2025 • Charles Wittmann, CFA®
- Economic sectors associated with value stocks, such as industrials and financials, have seen their quality measurements improve. - With slowing economic growth and persistent inflation leading to “stagflation” concerns, what type of equity investments tend to shine? - We show how quality companies that pay dividends and repurchase their shares have differentiated themselves in similar periods.
03.21.2025 • Andrew Richman, CTFA
Fed Lowers Growth Outlook But Raises Inflation Expectations
Andy Richman's update on the March Federal Open Market Committee meeting.
03.07.2025 • Charles Wittmann, CFA®
- For the past two years, investors have experienced a powerful price momentum-driven market. - Price momentum supported by earnings revisions typically have a tight relationship coming out of a recession, but 2024 was different. - We explore the recent inverse relationship between momentum and dividend payers over this month and the past year.
02.28.2025
Sterling Capital Equity Announcement
Today Sterling Capital Management LLC announced the firm has made the difficult decision to close the Mid Cap Fundamental Value investment strategy.
02.04.2025 • Charles Wittmann, CFA®
- This month, our discussions with clients involved their search for fast dividend growers in the value space. - We analyze the fastest dividend growers in the large cap value universe and ask if they are really growing their dividends or just reinstating them. - We note how we look for both dividend growth and differentiated securities that combine attractive elements of growth, yield, and risk-adjusted returns.
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