1290 Loomis Sayles Multi-Asset Income Fund Class A (TNXAX)

Overview

The fund is structured to offer investors diversified investment opportunities across a broad spectrum of income-generating assets. It primarily focuses on both equity and fixed income securities, including the potential use of derivatives to achieve its investment goals. The fund's flexibility in asset allocation allows it to adjust its investment strategies based on market conditions, seeking to balance risk and reward by varying its equity and fixed income portfolio within specified ranges. This approach provides a blend of growth through equities and income through fixed income investments, aiming to cater to investors seeking both capital appreciation and income generation.

Products and Services

• Income Generating Equity Securities

  The fund invests in a diversified range of equity securities that are expected to generate income. This includes stocks that pay dividends. The equity portion of the fund’s portfolio can make up between 25% to 70% of its net assets, allowing for significant exposure to the growth potential of the stock market while also seeking to provide a stable income.

• Fixed Income Securities

  Investments in fixed income securities form a critical component of the fund’s strategy, offering investors a steady income stream through bonds and other debt instruments. The allocation to fixed income securities can vary from 20% to 75% of the fund's net assets, highlighting its important role in balancing the fund’s overall risk and return profile. Fixed income investments are chosen to provide income stability and are a fundamental part of the fund's asset allocation strategy.

• Derivatives for Investment Exposure

  The fund may utilize derivatives as a means to gain investment exposure to its targeted equity and fixed income securities. Derivatives, such as futures, options, and swap contracts, can be employed to enhance the fund’s returns, manage risk, or gain exposure to certain assets or markets without directly investing in them. This strategy enables the fund to be more flexible and responsive to market changes and opportunities.

• Flexible Allocation

  With the ability to invest up to 100% of its total assets in either equity or fixed income securities, the fund offers unparalleled flexibility in its investment approach. This flexibility is an essential feature, enabling the fund to respond to changing economic and market conditions by adjusting its asset allocation to optimize returns and mitigate risks. This strategic allocation aims to benefit investors by adapting to market trends and opportunities.