Parnassus Mid Cap Fund underperforms in volatile quarter. The Parnassus Mid Cap Fund (PARMX) returned negative 2.35 percent net of fees in Q1 2026, trailing the Russell Midcap Index's 1.29 percent gain. Weakness in Industrials, Materials, and Health Care holdings, combined with no Energy exposure, dragged performance as markets reversed early optimism about AI and monetary easing. Geopolitical shocks and tightening financial conditions reshaped market dynamics throughout the quarter. Despite headwinds, the fund used market volatility strategically to upgrade its portfolio with companies offering stronger growth prospects. Parnassus maintains its disciplined, fundamentals-driven approach, seeking durable businesses at reasonable valuations for long-term investor returns.
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