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title: First Quarter 2011 Performance Commentary
description: The Broadleaf Growth Equity Portfolio continued to post strong absolute returns in the first quarter (+5.1%) and compared to the S&P 500 for the one, three
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# First Quarter 2011 Performance Commentary

 Apr 4, 2011 12:00:00 AM   /  Admin

[Economic Updates](https://broadleafpartners.com/economic-updates) [Institutional Investment Management](https://broadleafpartners.com/economic-updates/tag/institutional-investment-management)

The Broadleaf Growth Equity Portfolio continued to post strong absolute returns in the first quarter (+5.1%) and compared to the S&P 500 for the one, three, and five year periods ending March 31, 2011. For additional details on our firm's performance, our investment outlook and related disclosures, please read the attached First Quarter 2011 Commentary & Performance.

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