Easterly Income Opportunities Fund Class I (JSVIX)

Overview

The fund represents an investment vehicle focused on generating returns through a diversified portfolio primarily consisting of structured credit securities and other fixed income instruments. With an investment strategy designed to outperform the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, the fund aims at achieving lower volatility than the benchmark index. The strategy under normal conditions involves a mix of corporate bonds, structured credit securities, and potentially other fixed income assets, including U.S. government securities. This balance is meant to provide investors with a blend of stability and performance, leveraging market conditions and investment opportunities as they arise.

Products and Services

• Structured Credit Securities

  Investments in structured credit securities form the core of the fund's portfolio. These securities, which can include a variety of products such as mortgage-backed securities (MBS), asset-backed securities (ABS), and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), offer the potential for higher yields compared to more traditional fixed-income securities. The fund leverages these instruments to achieve a balanced risk-return profile, aiming to capitalize on the complexities and inefficiencies within the credit markets.

• Corporate Bonds

  The fund incorporates corporate bonds into its investment strategy, seeking to diversify its holdings and capitalize on the creditworthiness of issuing corporations. By selecting bonds from companies with solid financials and growth prospects, the fund aims to secure steady income streams and potential capital appreciation, contributing to its overall performance and stability.

• Other Fixed Income Securities

  In addition to structured credit and corporate bonds, the fund explores opportunities within other fixed income securities, including U.S. government securities. This diversification strategy enables the fund to mitigate risks and adapt to changing market conditions, ensuring a stable and potentially growing investment for stakeholders. It highlights the fund's capacity to balance its portfolio with safer, less volatile assets, aligning with its goal of lower-than-index volatility.