Muzinich Low Duration Fund - Supra Institutional Shares (MZLSX)

Overview

The company specializes in high yield credit investments, primarily focusing on securities that are rated below investment grade. It targets its investments towards companies that are either based in the U.S. or have their principal place of business within the U.S. With a strategic emphasis on debt instruments that fall below BBB- or Baa3 by major rating agencies such as Standard & Poor’s, Fitch, or Moody’s, the company caters to investors looking for higher yields that usually come with higher risks. The investment approach is designed to manage these risks while seeking to capitalize on the potential rewards of investing in lower-rated credit markets.

Products and Services

The company offers a focused range of investment products and services designed to cater to the high yield market:

• High Yield Credit Investments

  The core offering involves investing in high yield credit securities, specifically targeting debt instruments that are rated below investment grade. This includes corporate bonds, debentures, notes, and other debt securities which are deemed to have a higher risk of default but also offer the potential for higher returns. The company employs a rigorous risk assessment and management strategy to select high yield investments that align with its clients' risk tolerance and investment objectives.

• U.S. Domiciled Company Debts

  Specializing in the U.S. market, the fund seeks out investment opportunities primarily in debts issued by companies with a domicile or principal place of business in the United States. This focus allows the fund to leverage local market insights and regulatory knowledge to identify promising high yield investment opportunities.

• Below Investment Grade Debt Instruments

  The fund specifically targets debt instruments rated below BBB- or Baa3 by Standard & Poor’s, Fitch, or Moody’s, or equivalent. By focusing on these below investment grade securities, the firm caters to investors who are seeking to diversify their portfolio with higher yielding, albeit higher risk, assets. The fund’s advisors use their expertise to assess the creditworthiness of these instruments, aiming to invest in those that offer the best potential returns relative to their risk.