Loomis Sayles Strategic Income Fund – Admin Class (NEZAX)

Overview

This investment fund targets investors looking for exposure to a wide spectrum of income-producing securities, including options that might carry higher risks, such as below investment grade securities, colloquially known as "junk bonds". It offers a broad investment portfolio that focuses primarily on U.S. corporate bonds, convertible securities, foreign debt instruments (including those from emerging markets), related foreign currency transactions, and U.S. government securities. Notably, the fund is designed with the flexibility to allocate any percentage of its assets across these various instruments, offering potential for both diversified revenue streams and increased risk management through strategic asset distribution.

Products and Services

• U.S. Corporate Bonds

  These are debt securities issued by corporations based in the United States. Investing in U.S. corporate bonds is aimed at generating income through interest payments, providing investors with a relatively stable income stream depending on the creditworthiness of the issuing corporations.

• Convertible Securities

  These are hybrid securities that investors can convert into a predetermined number of the issuer’s equity shares, typically at the choice of the holder. This feature combines the income characteristics of bonds with the potential for capital appreciation associated with stocks, offering a balanced risk-return profile.

• Foreign Debt Instruments

  Investments in this category include bonds and other forms of debt from issuers outside the United States, including those in emerging markets. These instruments can offer higher yields compared to domestic securities, albeit at higher risks, which may include currency fluctuations and geopolitical instability.

• Related Foreign Currency Transactions

  This service involves strategies aimed at hedging or benefiting from fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar. These transactions can provide additional income or protective measures for investments in foreign debt instruments.

• U.S. Government Securities

  These are debt securities issued by the United States Department of the Treasury or other government agencies. This category includes Treasury bonds, bills, and notes, which are considered low-risk investments backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government, offering a secure income source.