Columbia Thermostat’s contrarian, systematic approach has provided strong downside protection in the past, but it was recently revamped and needs to prove itself through a variety of market conditions. The fund earns a Morningstar Analyst Rating of Neutral across its cheapest share classes. The most expensive share class earns a Negative rating.
Columbia Thermostat A CTFAX
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