DGC – NS Balanced

|

Fund profile

DGC NS Balanced has a solid track record across various market cycles and is positioned as a core component for a balanced multi-asset portfolio.

  • Multi-asset strategy: primarily composed of equities and fixed income, with opportunistic exposure to structured products.
  • Investments include actively managed UCITS funds, ETFs, and direct fixed-income securities.
  • Geographic focus on developed markets.
  • No structural bias: flexible across geographies, sectors, and investment styles.
  • Low turnover strategy to ensure cost efficiency.
  • Target equity beta exposure ranges between 35% and 65%.
  • Offers daily liquidity.

Equity allocation

  • Emphasis on high-quality funds and resilient, long-term sectors.
  • Sector-driven allocation approach rather than geographical weighting.
  • Limited and selective exposure to emerging markets.
  • Increasing reliance on index strategies, complemented by active management when clear value is identified.

Fixed-income allocation

  • Primarily invested in Investment Grade bonds issued by governments, financials, and corporates.
  • Opportunistic allocations to high-yield and emerging market debt, depending on market conditions.
  • Blend of direct bond holdings and low-cost index funds or ETFs.
  • Strong emphasis on liquidity and capital preservation.

Why invest in this fund ?

Last update 13.05.2025
  • Backed by over 34 years of portfolio management experience across equities and fixed income.
  • Adaptive asset allocation based on evolving macroeconomic trends.
  • Tax-efficient: active rebalancing occurs within the fund structure, avoiding taxable events for investors.
  • Investment insights stem from a seasoned team of 11 professionals, managing both UCITS long-only or alternative strategies.
  • Well-diversified across asset classes and geographies.
  • Comprehensive and independent risk management framework.

"Asset allocation is the most important decision made by investors. Far more important than stock selection or market timing." David Swensen, Ex-Chief Investment Officer, Yale University Endowment

Angel Sanz CIO, Head of Asset Management

Investment team

Angel Sanz, CFA
Angel Sanz, CFA CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER, HEAD OF ASSET MANAGEMENT, MEMBER OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Pierre Mouton
Pierre Mouton HEAD OF LONG ONLY INVESTMENTS
Julien Baltzinger, CFA
Julien Baltzinger, CFA PORTFOLIO MANAGER
Marie-Caroline Benoiston
Marie-Caroline Benoiston SENIOR PORTFOLIO MANAGER, HEAD OF ESG
Maximilien Mestelan
Maximilien Mestelan EQUITY ANALYST
Maria Hernandez Sanchez
Maria Hernandez Sanchez EQUITY AND ESG ANALYST

Please make your selection

In this area of our website you will find information on the NS Funds and on our White-Label structures managed by our Luxembourg Fully Licensed Management Company.

For any enquiries, please contact us

Disclaimer

ACCESS TO THE SITE

By accessing the site of the NS Partners Group (hereinafter, « The site ») and its contents, you acknowledge that you have understood and accepted the following conditions of use.

LOCAL RESTRICTIONS AND SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Access to the site is not allowed to persons coming under a jurisdiction in which its publication or availability would constitute a violation of the existing laws or regulations. These restrictions may arise by reason of the User’s domicile, place of residence, nationality or another factor. Some restrictions of this type are particularly applicable to U.S. citizens and residents. It is recommended to the potential Users or Readers of this disclaimer to seek appropriate professional legal advice to ensure compliance with the laws and regulations applicable to the sale, purchase, subscription, redemption or transfer of investments in their country of origin, residence or domicile.

NOT AN OFFER TO PURCHASE

We expressly warn potential purchasers that the descriptions of investment products on this site are provided for informational purposes only. The information and opinions expressed on this site should not be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or offer to buy or sell any investment instrument in any jurisdiction in which such a solicitation, recommendation or offer is prohibited.

By clicking “I Accept”, you confirm that you have read, and accepted the present terms and conditions of use