Investors in Australia tend to be underweight in global shares, as it can be challenging to find and research the right international companies without dedicating significant time and expenses. In this episode, Nathan Bell of Intelligent Investor joins us to discuss the concept behind The Intelligent Investor Select Value (ASX: IISV) fund, an actively managed ETF that focuses on approximately 20 global industry champions and market leaders.Today, we explore two stocks held by the fund: Mastercard (NYSE: MA) and Floor & Decor (NYSE: FND).Mastercard (NYSE: MA): With a market cap of $344 billion, Mastercard is the second largest payment processing company globally, and it has gained over 100% in the past five years, despite a 6% decline over the past year. The company has reported $22 billion in revenue, an 18% year-over-year (YOY) increase, and a $9.9 billion profit, with a 45% profit margin.Floor & Decor (NYSE: FND): Floor & Decor is a multi-channel retailer of hard surface flooring and accessories, offering a broad assortment of in-stock hard-surface flooring, including tile, wood, laminate, vinyl, and natural stone. The company operates 178 warehouse-format stores and five small-format design centers across 35 American states. Despite a decline of 11% over the past year, the company's market cap has increased by 115% in the past five years, and it has reported $3.4 billion in revenue, a 42% YOY increase, and a $283 million profit, with an 8% profit margin.Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. If you looking for a way to level up your investment game, then you should consider TIKR Terminal. This platform is designed to provide retail investors with institutional-grade research on public equities.Join now via Equity Mates and receive 15% off an annual subscription. Use code Mates15 – offer runs between 20/02 – 15/04. Click here*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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