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The fund’s investment objective is to seek a high level of current income through floating-rate debt instruments, with a secondary objective of long-term capital appreciation. At least 80% of fund assets will be floating rate. The fund generally invests in the higher-quality segment of the market and looks for companies with good growth prospects, superior products and strong management teams.
High-yield loans – Appropriate for investors who seek higher yields but do not want significant exposure to interest rate risk. Loans can be used as a hedge against rising interest rates in fixed-income portfolios as they are historically negatively correlated with Treasuries.
| High-yield loan focus. Opportunistic exposure to short-term high-yield corporates. | |
| Payden primarily focuses on the higher quality end of the high-yield loan market. We believe that the risk-return profile of BB and high single-B rated loans is superior to that of lower-rated loans. | |
| Due to the size of the fund, we can buy the loans we want and get meaningful new issuance allocations, which is difficult for funds with assets above $1 billion. | |
| The primary risk to the fund is a downturn in the economy. |
| Fund Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Share Class Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Ticker | PYFRX |
| CUSIP | 704329226 |
| Fund Total Net Assets | $113.5 million |
| Benchmark | Credit Suisse Institutional Leverage Loan BB Index |
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.75% |
| Sales Charge | None |
| Investment Minimum | |
| Investor Class - Regular Account | $100,000 |
| Investor Class - IRA Account | $100,000 |
| SI Class | $50,000,000 |
| Additional Investment - All Classes | $250 |
| Payden Floating Rate Fund (PYFRX) | Morningstar average: Bank Loan |
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|---|---|---|
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.75% | 1.10% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
| Fund Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Share Class Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Total Net Assets | $113.5 million |
| Average Duration | 0.4 years |
| Average Maturity | 5.4 years |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (03/15/19) | 4.54% |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (unsubsidized) | 4.30% |
| Top Holdings | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| Csam Floater | 1.9% |
| GOBP Holdings | 1.8% |
| Jane Street | 1.6% |
| Reynolds | 1.6% |
| US Foods | 1.5% |
| MGM Growth Properties | 1.4% |
| Western Digital | 1.4% |
| Valeant Pharmaceuticals | 1.3% |
| First Data | 1.3% |
| Bank Of America | 1.3% |
| Credit Quality | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| AAA | 3% |
| BBB | 10% |
| BB | 41% |
| B | 43% |
| CCC | 3% |
| Total | 100% |
| Sector | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| Floating Rate Loans | 74% |
| Corporate Bonds | 17% |
| Asset Backed Securities | 6% |
| Cash | 3% |
| Total | 100% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
| YTD | 1 Year | 3 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | Since Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter-end (12/31/2018) | 0.31% | 0.31% | 3.25% | 2.65% | N/A | 2.68% |
| Month-end (2/28/2019) | 3.83% | 3.52% | 4.86% | 3.29% | N/A | 3.33% |
| 2018 | 0.31% |
| 2017 | 2.82% |
| 2016 | 6.73% |
| 2015 | 2.11% |
| 2014 | 1.41% |
| 2013 | 0.50% |
| Total Annual Operating Expense | 0.86% |
| Net or Actual Operating Expense | 0.75% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
| MARKET | |
| The Credit Suisse BB Institutional Leveraged Loan Index returned +4.4% return so far in the first quarter. Higher quality loans outperformed as single-Bs returned +3.8% and triple-Cs returned +2.6%. | |
| Although higher quality loans underperformed during the fourth quarter as pressure created by significant outflows fell largely on the larger, more liquid loans in the BB ratings category, the return of positive sentiment benefited this class of loans for the same reasons. | |
| The default rate, or the number of issuers that violated the terms of their credit agreement relative to the total number of issuers in the universe, fell to 1.21% as of 1/31/19. | |
| OUTLOOK | |
| The recent drop in loan prices is setting the asset class up nicely for 2019. The pressure in the market has largely come from participants recalibrating their expectations for Federal Reserve (Fed) hikes in 2019. Fewer hikes likely mean less demand for floating-rate assets such as syndicated loans. | |
| Although a dovish Fed could be a risk for loan demand, the average loan is now trading at a discount in the $98 range. This could offer investors an opportunity for capital appreciation as well as floating rate carry. | |
| The best long-term predictor of yields offered on high-yield bonds relative to comparable-maturity U.S. Treasuries is the default rate, and the default picture for leveraged finance looks very benign at this point. Given strong credit fundamentals, we expect below-average default rates in 2019. | |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.