Commerce Funds Value Fund, Institutional Shares

Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 65% of its total assets in stocks, primarily common stock. It invests principally in stocks within the Russell 1000® Value Index universe that have an above average dividend yield. The fund seeks a higher return than the index over time through a combination of capital appreciation and dividend income. It may invest a significant amount of its assets from time to time in the financial and technology sector.