John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust - High Yield Trust (JAEMX)
| Fund Assets | n/a |
| Expense Ratio | n/a |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | n/a |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.00% |
| Dividend Growth | 6.74% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 4.700 |
| YTD Return | 0.64% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.79% |
| 5-Year Return | n/a |
| 52-Week Low | 4.240 |
| 52-Week High | 4.710 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 381 |
| Inception Date | n/a |
About JAEMX
John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust High Yield Trust Series is an open-end mutual fund designed primarily to offer above-average total return over a typical market cycle of three to five years, maintaining a balance with reasonable risk. The fund invests substantially in high-yield, or below investment grade, fixed income securities—often referred to as "junk bonds"—which provide greater income potential in exchange for elevated credit risk. Its primary role is within variable insurance products, where it serves as a key component for policyholders seeking enhanced income and potential capital appreciation through exposure to the high-yield debt market. The fund’s portfolio may include both investment-grade and below-investment-grade asset-backed securities, diversifying across sectors impacted by economic growth, corporate health, and shifts in credit conditions. It is typically utilized in variable annuities and life insurance contracts, providing additional diversification and yield for long-term investors. Performance metrics indicate steady, competitive returns consistent with its high-yield mandate, marked by moderate volatility relative to broader fixed income markets. This fund plays a vital role in multi-asset portfolios by offering access to the high-yield bond sector, contributing to income generation within diversified insurance-linked investment products.
Performance
JAEMX had a total return of 6.79% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.11%.
Top 10 Holdings
15.87% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| JH COLLATERAL | n/a | 7.80% |
| Venture Global LNG Inc. - VENTURE GLOBAL LNG INC JR SUBORDINA 144A 12/99 VAR | VENLNG | 1.06% |
| Mcclatchy Media Company LLC - MCCLATCHY MEDIA CO LLC SR SECURED 144A 12/31 VAR | ACCTHR | 1.02% |
| Twitter, Inc. | TWTR | 1.01% |
| Froneri Lux Finco S.a r.l. - FRONERI LUX FINCO SARL SR SECURED 144A 08/32 6 | ICECR | 0.96% |
| Caesars Entertainment, Inc. | CZR | 0.91% |
| Rocket Companies, Inc. | RKT | 0.90% |
| Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. | WBD | 0.79% |
| Cloud Software Group Inc. - CLOUD SOFTWARE GROUP INC SECURED 144A 09/29 9 | TIBX | 0.71% |
| 1261229 B.C. Ltd. - 1261229 BC LTD SR SECURED 144A 04/32 10 | BHCCN | 0.71% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2025 | $0.37615 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| Oct 24, 2024 | $0.3524 | Oct 25, 2024 |
| Oct 24, 2023 | $0.1243 | Oct 25, 2023 |
| Oct 25, 2022 | $0.29248 | Oct 26, 2022 |