Tax-Exempt Sustainable Bond Fund

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Fact Sheet

Investment approach

We believe that bottom-up credit research, combined with a differentiated sustainable investment approach, helps build a portfolio concentrated in their best ideas and which has the potential to provide attractive risk-adjusted total return over time. To achieve this, the Fund will invest at least 80% of the value of its net assets in fixed income securities which generate interest that is exempt from the interest of which is exempt from Federal income taxes, that do not subject shareholders to the federal alternative minimum tax (“AMT”), and that have either an obligor or a use of proceeds that satisfies the Fund’s sustainable investment criteria. The Fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in securities that may fully subject shareholders to Federal income tax, including the AMT. The Fund may invest in fixed income securities that are referred to as Certain of the fixed income securities that the Fund may invest in are often referred to as “Green Bonds,”, “Social Bonds,”, or “Sustainability Bonds.”. In addition, all capital gains are subject to Federal and state taxes. The Fund is non-diversified, which means that it may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of a single issuer or in a small number of issuers.

Fund profile

The Fund is a concentrated portfolio of the managers’ best ideas, identified through integrated fundamental and sustainable investment research, and which the managers believe have the potential to deliver attractive and tax-efficient risk-adjusted returns over time.

 

Credit Quality Distribution (%)

(As of Sep 30, 2024)

Fund Benchmark
AAA/Aaa 9.8 18.2
AA/Aa 48.1 55.3
A 39.2 22.0
BBB 2.9 3.7
High Yield – —
Not Rated – 0.8
Source: FactSet® Credit quality is calculated using ratings assigned by Moody’s. If Moody’s does not rate a holding then Standard & Poor’s is used. If Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s do not rate a holding then Fitch is used. A bond is considered investment grade if its credit rating is BBB-or higher according to Standard & Poor’s; more specifically, a rating of “AAA” represents the highest credit quality with minimal risk of default and a rating of “BB” or below represents speculative financial security. High Yield, if noted, includes holdings that are rated BB+ or lower according to Moody’s. Not Rated category, if noted, includes holdings that are not rated by any rating agencies. All ratings are as of 09/30/2024.

Duration Distribution (%)

(As of Sep 30, 2024)

Fund Benchmark
>10 Years 4.4 0.3
7 to 10 Years 23.6 10.4
5 to 7 Years 12.5 21.6
3 to 5 Years 18.7 27.6
1 to 3 Years 19.6 33.0
<1 Year 21.2 7.1
Source: FactSet® Duration distribution includes cash and equivalents. Distribution is subject to change and should not be considered a suggestion or a recommendation to engage in or refrain from a particular course of action or to make or hold a particular investment or pursue a particular investment strategy, including whether or not to buy, sell, or hold any of the securities mentioned. It should not be assumed that investments in such securities have been or will be profitable.

Portfolio Sector

(As of Sep 30, 2024)

Sector Fund Benchmark
General Obligation 16.5 31.1
Pre-Refunded 2.8 3.5
Revenue 80.1 65.4
Cash 0.6 —
Source: Advent Portfolio Exchange® for Fund data, FactSet® for benchmark data. Sector breakdown includes cash and equivalents, are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a suggestion or recommendation to engage in or refrain from a particular course of action or to make or hold a particular investment or pursue a particular investment strategy, including whether or not to buy, sell, or hold any of the securities mentioned. It should not be assumed that investments in such securities have been or will be profitable. Figures may not total 100 due to rounding.

Characteristics

(As of Sep 30, 2024)

Portfolio Attribute Fund Benchmark
Avg. Credit Quality A1 Aa3
Effective Duration (years) 4.3 4.0
Avg. Life (years) 5.5 4.4
30-Day SEC Yield Unsubsidized(%) 3.34 —
Source: FactSet® . Characteristics include cash and equivalents Sustainable investment considerations are one of multiple informational inputs into the investment process, alongside data on traditional financial factors, and so are not the sole driver of decision-making. Sustainable investment analysis may not be performed for every holding in the Fund. Sustainable investment considerations that are material will vary by investment style, sector/industry, market trends and client objectives. The Fund seeks to identify companies that it believes may be desirable based on our analysis of sustainable investment related risks and opportunities, but investors may differ in their views. As a result, the Fund may invest in companies that do not reflect the beliefs and values of any particular investor. The Fund may also invest in companies that would otherwise be excluded from other Funds that focus on sustainable investment risks. Security selection will be impacted by the combined focus on sustainable investment research assessments and fundamental research assessments including the return forecasts. The Fund incorporates data from third parties in its research process but does not make investment decisions based on third-party data alone.  Mutual Fund investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. Investments in foreign securities and ADRs entail certain risks not associated with investments in domestic securities, such as volatility of currency exchange rates, and in some cases, political and economic instability and relatively illiquid markets.  The Brown Advisory Funds are distributed by ALPS Distributors, Inc. 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203. Brown Advisory Funds and ALPS are not affiliated.
Total assets under management value as of 09/30/2024. 
Sector allocations are subject to change and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security.
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Average Annual Total Returns % (As of Sep 30, 2024)

Share Class Three Months One Year Three Year Five Year Ten Year Since Inception
Investor (BITEX), Inception: 12/02/2019 2.58 9.02 -0.22 — — 0.70
Bloomberg 1-10 Year Blend Municipal Bond Index 2.67 7.44 0.53 — — 1.34
Gross Expense Ratio: 0.50% (Investor).
Net Expense Ratio: 0.50% (Investor).
Returns greater than one year are annualized.
Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Performance for periods greater than one year is annualized. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than original cost. Performance for other share classes will vary. Shares redeemed or exchanged within 14 days of purchase will be charged a 1.00%fee.Performance data quoted does not reflect the redemption or exchange fee. If reflected, total returns would be reduced. For the most recent month-end performance, please call 1-800-540-6807.
Sustainable investment considerations are one of multiple informational inputs into the investment process, alongside data on traditional financial factors, and so are not the sole driver of decision-making. Sustainable investment analysis may not be performed for every holding in the Fund. Sustainable investment considerations that are material will vary by investment style, sector/industry, market trends and client objectives. The Fund seeks to identify companies that it believes may be desirable based on our analysis of sustainable investment related risks and opportunities, but investors may differ in their views. As a result, the Fund may invest in companies that do not reflect the beliefs and values of any particular investor. The Fund may also invest in companies that would otherwise be excluded from other Funds that focus on sustainable investment risks. Security selection will be impacted by the combined focus on sustainable investment research assessments and fundamental research assessments including the return forecasts. The Fund incorporates data from third parties in its research process but does not make investment decisions based on third-party data alone. 
Mutual Fund investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. Investments in foreign securities and ADRs entail certain risks not associated with investments in domestic securities, such as volatility of currency exchange rates, and in some cases, political and economic instability and relatively illiquid markets. 
The Brown Advisory Funds are distributed by ALPS Distributors, Inc. 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203. Brown Advisory Funds and ALPS are not affiliated.
Total assets under management value as of 09/30/2024.
Click here for a current prospectus. Please read and consider it carefully before investing. You may obtain a hardcopy of the prospectus by calling 1-800-540-6807.
Click here for index and financial term definitions.

Top Holdings

(As of Sep 30, 2024)

Name Percentage
California Earthquake Authority, 5.60% Due 07/01/2027 5.4
Metropolitan Transportation Authority, 3.58% Due 11/01/2031 4.1
First American Government Obligations Fund, 4.79% 4.0
Maryland Health & Higher Educational Facilities Authority, 5.00% Due 08/15/2038 3.3
New York Liberty Development Corp, 3.13% Due 09/15/2050 3.0
State of Wisconsin, 3.57% Due 05/01/2025 2.9
County of Douglas NE, 3.68% Due 07/01/2035 2.5
New Jersey Economic Development Authority, 4.40% Due 09/01/2025 2.3
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, 5.75% Due 11/01/2053 2.1
Adams & Arapahoe Joint School District 28J Aurora, 5.00% Due 12/01/2031 2.1
Total 31.6
Source: U.S. Bank Fund holdings include cash and equivalents and are subject to change and should not be considered a recommendation or suggestion to engage in or refrain from a particular course of action or to make or hold a particular investment or pursue a particular investment Fund, including whether or not to buy, sell, or hold any of the securities mentioned. It should not be assumed that investments in such securities have been or will be profitable.
Mutual Fund investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible.
Investments in debt securities typically decrease in value when interest rates rise. This risk is usually greater for longer-term debt securities. The Fund is non-diversified meaning its assets may be concentrated in fewer individual holdings than diversified Funds. Municipal securities may decrease in value during times when tax rates are falling. The Fund’s investments are affected by changes in federal income tax rates applicable to, or the continuing federal tax-exempt status of, interest income on municipal obligations. In addition, the Fund is susceptible to risks from investments in derivatives, municipal securities, and its investments in other investment companies.
Sustainable investment considerations are one of multiple informational inputs into the investment process, alongside data on traditional financial factors, and so are not the sole driver of decision-making. Sustainable investment analysis may not be performed for every holding in the Fund. Sustainable investment considerations that are material will vary by investment style, sector/industry, market trends and client objectives. The Fund seeks to identify companies that it believes may be desirable based on our analysis of sustainable investment related risks and opportunities, but investors may differ in their views. As a result, the Fund may invest in companies that do not reflect the beliefs and values of any particular investor. The Fund may also invest in companies that would otherwise be excluded from other Funds that focus on sustainable investment risks. Security selection will be impacted by the combined focus on sustainable investment research assessments and fundamental research assessments including the return forecasts. The Fund incorporates data from third parties in its research process but does not make investment decisions based on third-party data alone. 
The Brown Advisory Funds are distributed by ALPS Distributors, Inc. 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203. Brown Advisory Funds and ALPS are not affiliated.
Total assets under management value as of 09/30/2024. 
 
Brown Advisory LLC (the “Adviser”) has contractually agreed to waive its fees and/or reimburse certain expenses (exclusive of any front-end or contingent deferred sales loads, taxes, interest, brokerage commissions, acquired Fund fees and expenses, expenses incurred in connection with any merger or reorganization and extraordinary expenses) in order to limit the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses after Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement for Investor Shares to 0.57% of the Fund’s average daily net assets through October 31, 2021. The Fund may have Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses after Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement higher than these expense caps as a result of any acquired Fund fees and expenses or other expenses that are excluded from the calculation. The contractual waivers and expense reimbursements may be changed or eliminated at any time by the Board of Trustees, on behalf of the Fund, upon 60 days written notice to the Adviser. The contractual waivers and expense reimbursements may not be terminated by the Adviser without the consent of the Board of Trustees. The Adviser may recoup any waived amount from the Fund pursuant to this agreement if such reimbursement does not cause the Fund to exceed existing expense limitations or the limitations in place at the time the reduction was originally made, and the reimbursement is made within three years after the date on which the Adviser incurred the expense.
 
Click here for a current prospectus. Please read and consider it carefully before investing. You may obtain a hardcopy of the prospectus by calling 1-800-540-6807.
Click here for index and financial term definitions.