1290 Essex Small Cap Growth Fund Class I (ESCJX)
| Fund Assets | 100.13M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.88% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 55.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.28 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.63% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 16.87 |
| YTD Return | -0.12% |
| 1-Year Return | 28.75% |
| 5-Year Return | n/a |
| 52-Week Low | 10.03 |
| 52-Week High | 18.20 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 106 |
| Inception Date | Jul 11, 2022 |
About ESCJX
The 1290 Essex Small Cap Growth Fund Class I is an institutional share class of a mutual fund focused on U.S. small-capitalization equities. Its primary objective is long-term capital growth by investing in small companies that exhibit accelerating earnings and revenue growth, and that are considered undervalued based on the sub-adviser’s fundamental analysis. This approach involves rigorous analysis of financial statements, industry outlooks, and a company’s market position to identify businesses with strong potential for future expansion. The fund maintains a diversified portfolio across various growth phases and sectors, including industrials, healthcare, technology, and consumer defensive, helping to manage risks from individual positions. With a below-average expense ratio compared to peers and a minimum initial investment geared toward institutional investors, the fund appeals to those seeking targeted exposure to dynamic small-cap growth opportunities within the U.S. equity market. It plays a significant role for investors aiming to diversify their portfolios with high-growth, smaller enterprises that often serve as innovators or challengers within their industries.
Performance
ESCJX had a total return of 28.75% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 17.31%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRTGX | Vanguard | Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares | 0.08% |
Top 10 Holdings
22.49% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Insmed Incorporated | INSM | 3.06% |
| Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. | KTOS | 2.77% |
| Adaptive Biotechnologies Corporation | ADPT | 2.45% |
| JPMorgan Prime Money Market Fund | JIMXX | 2.25% |
| Mirion Technologies, Inc. | MIR | 2.14% |
| Leonardo DRS, Inc. | DRS | 2.13% |
| Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. | STRL | 2.02% |
| Graham Corporation | GHM | 2.01% |
| Argan, Inc. | AGX | 1.93% |
| CECO Environmental Corp. | CECO | 1.73% |