Janus Henderson Venture Fund Class A (JVTAX)
| Fund Assets | 3.25B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.01% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 24.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.73 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.46% |
| Dividend Growth | -19.67% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 5, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 86.06 |
| YTD Return | 1.05% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.18% |
| 5-Year Return | 4.50% |
| 52-Week Low | 63.95 |
| 52-Week High | 91.09 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 135 |
| Inception Date | May 6, 2011 |
About JVTAX
Janus Henderson Venture Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on capital appreciation through investments primarily in small-sized growth companies. The fund aims to allocate at least 50% of its equity assets to companies that fit within the market capitalization range of the Russell 2000 Growth Index at the time of purchase, targeting firms that demonstrate strong growth potential. In addition to its core small-cap orientation, the fund may invest in select larger companies as well as foreign securities, including those from emerging markets, to diversify its holdings and tap into global growth opportunities. With over 200 equity holdings, the fund is diversified across sectors, with significant weightings in technology, industrials, and consumer defensive industries. Some of its largest positions include technology firms and companies in the financial services and industrials sectors. The fund maintains an annual dividend distribution and is characterized by moderate turnover, reflecting an investment approach that balances active management with cost efficiency. Janus Henderson Venture Fund Class A plays an important role for investors seeking exposure to small-cap growth equities within a professionally managed portfolio, making it a notable option within the small growth asset category.
Performance
JVTAX had a total return of 6.18% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 17.83%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FECGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Index Fund | 0.05% |
| FCIGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class I | 1.07% |
| FCPGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Fund | 1.05% |
| FCTGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class M | 1.58% |
| FCCGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class C | 2.08% |
Top 10 Holdings
19.22% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| OSI Systems, Inc. | OSIS | 2.17% |
| Glaukos Corporation | GKOS | 2.16% |
| SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. | SSNC | 2.15% |
| SPX Technologies, Inc. | SPXC | 2.14% |
| Avidity Biosciences, Inc. | RNA | 1.94% |
| Perimeter Solutions, Inc. | PRM | 1.88% |
| Sensient Technologies Corporation | SXT | 1.73% |
| Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | LGND | 1.70% |
| Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd | CRDO | 1.67% |
| Globus Medical, Inc. | GMED | 1.67% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | $4.73234 | Dec 5, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | $5.89084 | Dec 6, 2024 |
| Dec 7, 2023 | $4.07932 | Dec 7, 2023 |
| Dec 20, 2022 | $3.13825 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $12.33035 | Dec 20, 2021 |
| Dec 17, 2020 | $5.61704 | Dec 17, 2020 |