NYLI Epoch U.S. Equity Yield Class A (EPLPX)
| Fund Assets | 1.11B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.09% |
| Min. Investment | $15,000 |
| Turnover | 21.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.58 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.23% |
| Dividend Growth | -28.21% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 24.12 |
| YTD Return | 7.98% |
| 1-Year Return | 25.23% |
| 5-Year Return | 67.35% |
| 52-Week Low | 20.58 |
| 52-Week High | 24.14 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 104 |
| Inception Date | Feb 3, 2009 |
About EPLPX
NYLI Epoch U.S. Equity Yield Fund Class A is an actively managed mutual fund focused on generating current income and capital appreciation through investments in U.S. equity securities. The fund primarily targets large-cap U.S. companies noted for their history of attractive dividend yields and steady growth in operating cash flow. At least 80% of its assets are typically allocated to dividend-paying U.S. stocks, though it may invest up to 15% in foreign securities for additional diversification. The strategy emphasizes companies that generate robust free cash flow and whose management teams are committed to effectively allocating capital to maximize shareholder value. Risk management is a key feature, with the investment team utilizing both fundamental and quantitative research approaches to assess the sustainability of company distributions and to help mitigate portfolio volatility. The fund is categorized in the large value segment, prioritizing companies that trade at relatively low valuations and offer higher dividend yields. Sectors such as financial services, healthcare, technology, and consumer defensive are notably represented in its holdings. The NYLI Epoch U.S. Equity Yield Fund Class A plays a significant role for investors seeking regular income and stability within the U.S. equity market landscape, balancing income potential with disciplined risk controls.
Performance
EPLPX had a total return of 25.23% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 11.49%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
19.28% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 2.26% |
| Chevron Corporation | CVX | 2.16% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 2.06% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 2.06% |
| AbbVie Inc. | ABBV | 1.99% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 1.97% |
| Walmart Inc. | WMT | 1.73% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 1.73% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 1.69% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 1.64% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.08506 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Dec 4, 2025 | $1.30064 | Dec 4, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.0918 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.1038 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.0826 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Dec 5, 2024 | $1.9221 | Dec 5, 2024 |