Credit card–issuer American Express (NYSE:AXP) boosted the Fund’s return by 110 basis points, as the stock rose from $95.32 to $124.49 for a total return of 32.5%. The shares moved higher throughout the year, as the company delivered industry-leading revenue growth of 8% while maintaining its strong balance sheet.

From Jerome Dodson (Trades, Portfolio)'s Parnassus Endeavor Fund (Trades, Portfolio) fourth-quarter 2019commentary.

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