Janus Henderson Venture Fund Class I (JVTIX)
| Fund Assets | 3.25B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.76% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 24.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.73 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.40% |
| Dividend Growth | -19.67% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 5, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 87.58 |
| YTD Return | 1.09% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.81% |
| 5-Year Return | 8.12% |
| 52-Week Low | 64.73 |
| 52-Week High | 92.68 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 135 |
| Inception Date | May 6, 2011 |
About JVTIX
Janus Henderson Venture Fund Class I is a mutual fund focused on capital appreciation through investments predominantly in small-sized companies. At least 50% of its equity assets are allocated to firms whose market capitalizations align with those in the Russell 2000 Growth Index at the time of initial purchase. The fund also maintains the flexibility to invest in larger companies that demonstrate strong growth potential, as well as select foreign securities, including emerging market exposure. With over 200 holdings and total assets nearing $3 billion as of mid-2025, this fund is designed to capture the growth opportunities of emerging and innovative businesses. Its approach makes it a prominent player in the small growth fund category, often intersecting with the technology, healthcare, and other rapidly evolving sectors. Managed by Janus Henderson, the fund has a multi-decade track record and a reputation for targeting niche, high-growth companies that may be overlooked by broader market indices.
Performance
JVTIX had a total return of 6.81% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 18.99%.
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
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 |