A mark that sets this steward apart is that managers invest significantly alongside fundholders. Almost 100% of the firm’s assets are covered by a$ 1 million investment, in an effort to align portfolio manager and shareholder interests. Fairholme has brought continuity to its product shelf, with low portfolio management turnover compared with peer firms over the past five years. The firm charges fees on its open-end and exchange-traded funds that are on par with category peers. On average, fees on its funds are within the middle quintile, giving it neither an advantage nor disadvantage compared with the competition.
Fairholme earns an Above Average Parent Pillar rating because of its ability to stand out in an increasingly competitive industry.