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U.S. Government
Securities Savings
Fund (UGSXX)
U.S. Treasury
Securities Cash Fund
(USTXX)
Core inflation measures
remain contained and
economic growth has been
relatively robust, but early
indicators appear to signal
an economic slowdown
ahead. Numerous indicators
indicate that the housing
market is finally beginning
to slow, which has been a
driver of consumption. The
personal savings rate has
been negative for the last six
months, and equity market
returns have been lackluster.
These indicators point to a
consumer slowdown during
2006. GDP growth is likely
to slow from the current 3.5 – 4.0 percent range to the
2.5 percent range for 2006.
An investment in a money
market fund is neither
insured nor guaranteed
by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation
or any other
government
agency. Although the fund
seeks to preserve the value
of your investment at $1.00
per share, it is possible to
lose money by investing in
the fund. |
Lower
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Near-Term Tax Free Fund (NEARX)
Tax Free Fund (USUTX)
Market sentiment remains negative as many still believe bond yields must move higher. This likely remains a contrarian indicator and provides an opportunity to extend maturity on market weakness. With the strong out-performance of high-yield related securities, odds favor a reversal, with higher quality credits outperforming over the next year. The market and the Federal Reserve (Fed) appear to have diverging views on the market and the economy. This increases the likelihood of a volatile market, and also buying opportunities. If commodity prices remain strong, inflation remains a threat to the market.
Morningstar Overall, 5-year and 10-year Ratings™. Among 115, 115, 86 and 58 Municipal National Short-Term funds, the Near-Term Tax Free Fund earned 4 stars, 3 stars, 4
stars and 4 stars for the overall, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ending 6/30/06. |
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     MegaTrends Fund (MEGAX)
Sub-Adviser: Leeb Capital Management, Inc.; Stephen Leeb, Ph.D., Portfolio Manager
The record-beating profits and strong GDP growth created a strong economy. The questions going forward are: How much higher can GDP grow without generating much higher inflation? How long can high commodity prices be tolerated by the consumer? How much higher can margins go? We think that the answer to all of these questions is that the economy is still strong and can tolerate higher energy prices as long as they are rising slowly.
Morningstar 3-Year Rating™. Among 1361, 1361, 1081 and 402 Large Growth funds, the MegaTrends Fund earned 4 stars, 5 stars, 4 stars and 4 stars for the overall,
3-, 5- and 10-year periods ending 6/30/06. |
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All American Equity Fund (GBTFX)
The fund has increased the level of cash held. This will allow the fund team a source of liquidity to take advantage of any opportunities that may present themselves in the coming months. Ben Bernanke and other Federal Reserve governors appear to be leaning towards stopping the interest rate hikes sooner rather than later based on public comments made by them. There appears to be no clear trend to investing in the market so far this year. A trendless market will be challenging to outperform.
Morningstar 3-year Rating™. Among 1361, 1361, 1081 and 402 Large Growth funds, the All American Equity Fund earned 4 stars, 5 stars, 5 stars and 3 stars for the overall, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ending 6/30/06. |
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    Holmes Growth Fund (ACBGX) (formerly Bonnel Growth Fund)
Oil prices continued to climb higher, reaching $75 a barrel in April from $60 at the end of October. High energy prices became the national focus again as gasoline prices approached $3.00 a gallon as refiners retooled for the summer driving season and new regulations for diesel and gasoline went into effect. Higher commodity prices and monetary policy uncertainty were the key drivers as Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan retired and Ben Bernanke took over the top post in February 2006. Strong worldwide economic growth was the dominant theme in the equity markets for the past six months. Cyclical stocks posted strong performance in response to better than expected growth. This was especially true in areas that focused on commodities and manufacturing.
Morningstar Overall, 3-year and 5-year Ratings™. Among 823, 823, 642 and 231 Mid-Cap Growth funds, the Holmes Growth Fund earned 4, 4, 4 and 3 stars for the overall, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ending 6/30/06. Investing in small- and mid-cap stocks may be more risky and more volatile than investing in large-cap stocks. |
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Please consider carefully the fund’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses. For this and other important information, obtain a fund prospectus by visiting www.usfunds.com or by calling 1-800-US-FUNDS (1-800-873-8637). Read it carefully before investing. Distributed by U.S. Global Brokerage, Inc.
Foreign and emerging market investing involves special risks such as currency fluctuation and less public disclosure, as well as economic and political risk. Gold funds may be susceptible to adverse economic, political or regulatory developments due to concentrating in a single theme. The price of gold is subject to substantial price fluctuations over short periods of time and may be affected by unpredicted international monetary and political policies. We suggest investing no more than 3% to 5% of your portfolio in gold or gold stocks. Tax-exempt Income is federal income tax free. A portion of this income may be subject to state and local income taxes, and if applicable, may subject certain investors to the Alternative Minimum Tax as well. Bond funds are subject to interest-rate risk; their value declines as interest rates rise.