New Global Equity Fund Leverages Scout Investments’ Macroeconomic and Stock Selection Expertise

Firm Continues to Strategically Broaden Offerings Targeted to Advisers and Institutions

KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Combining its macroeconomic expertise and global stock selection capabilities into a single solution for investors, Scout Investments (Scout) today introduced the Scout Global Equity Fund (SCGLX), an all-cap global core equity portfolio of high conviction investment ideas.

“We believe the fund is an attractive investment option for intermediary and institutional investors who are looking to allocate toward global core equities and participate in a high-quality, risk-managed portfolio that encompasses Scout’s expertise in multiple equity asset classes”

The no-load Scout Global Equity Fund showcases Scout’s experience in identifying growth-producing companies in the U.S. and abroad. Lead portfolio manager and chief investment officer Bill Greiner incorporates his comprehensive top-down outlook of the global markets to determine the fund’s domestic and international mix and how it is allocated across market capitalizations.

The portfolio is composed of focused “sleeves” of select companies that reflect Scout’s existing domestic and international strategies. These high-quality, high-conviction investments strive to take advantage of prevailing conditions and worldwide themes.

“The Scout Global Equity Fund combines the strengths and stock selection capabilities of our five equity teams to offer investors a diversified global solution,” Greiner said. “The long-term potential we see worldwide and the interest from investors prompted us to develop a global all-cap strategy that leverages our equity resources.”

“We believe the fund is an attractive investment option for intermediary and institutional investors who are looking to allocate toward global core equities and participate in a high-quality, risk-managed portfolio that encompasses Scout’s expertise in multiple equity asset classes,” said Andy Iseman, Scout’s chief executive officer.

The introduction of the Scout Global Equity Fund follows the recent introduction of the Scout Core Bond and Core Plus Bond Funds. More information about the Scout Global Equity Fund, as well as commentaries featuring Greiner’s global insights, is available at www.scoutinv.com.

About Scout Investments

Scout Investments, Inc., headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., offers equity and fixed income investment management strategies for institutions and individual investors through separate accounts and the Scout Funds.

Domestic large cap, mid cap, small cap, international, international small/mid-cap, and global equity portfolios are offered through Scout Investments. Fixed income portfolios in core plus, core, intermediate, long duration, low duration, unconstrained and real return (TIPS) are offered through Scout’s fixed income division, Reams Asset Management. Scout is a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: UMBF). Additional information can be found at www.scoutinv.com.

You should consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. To obtain a prospectus, which contains this and other information about the Fund, call 800.996.2862 or visit scoutfunds.com. Please read the Prospectus carefully before investing.

Stock fund values fluctuate and investors may lose principal value. Small and mid cap stocks involve greater risks and they can fluctuate in price more than larger company stocks. Foreign investments present additional risk due to currency fluctuations, economic developments, political instability and other factors; this may be enhanced when investing in emerging markets. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS) may be affected by economic conditions including credit risk, interest rate risk and other factors that affect property values, rents or occupancies of real estate. The return of principal in a bond fund is not guaranteed. Bond funds have the same interest rate, inflation and credit risks that are associated with underlying bonds owned by the fund. Lower rated bonds and other types of debt obligations involve greater risks than higher rated bonds.

The Scout Funds are distributed by UMB Distribution Services, LLC, 803 W. Michigan St. Milwaukee, WI 53233, an affiliate of UMB Financial Corporation. Scout Investments, Inc., a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corp., serves as investment adviser to the Scout Funds.

“Scout” and the “Scout” design are registered service marks of UMB Financial Corporation.

NOT FDIC INSURED -- MAY LOSE VALUE -- NO BANK GUARANTEE