Bruce Newberg's questions to US Global Investors Inc (GROW) leadership • Q1 2024
Question
Shareholder Bruce Newberg was cited for questioning U.S. Global Investors' strategy, including inquiries about new products, asset management, and the company's capital structure.
Answer
CEO Frank Holmes addressed these points by highlighting the launch of the TRIP ETF in Europe and the strategic shift to thematic ETFs like SEA and JETS. He detailed the capital structure management, emphasizing the disciplined stock buyback program, which repurchased 211,282 shares for $577,000 in the quarter, and the consistent monthly dividend, contributing to an 8.32% total shareholder yield. Holmes also explained the rationale for holding undervalued real estate assets and the company's strong balance sheet with no long-term debt.