Neiman open-end and exchange-traded products are more expensive than similarly distributed funds at other highly-rated asset managers, on average in the highest quintile of category peers. The higher expense profile contributes negatively to the firm's overall stewardship rating and creates a larger performance hurdle. Longest-tenured managers’ average tenure within the firm is 21 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge through multiple market cycles and ultimately contributing positively to the rating.
Neiman has a ways to go to become an industry-standard steward, resulting in a Below Average Parent Pillar rating.