AlphaCentric Life Sciences and Healthcare Fund Class C (LYFCX)
Fund Assets | 37.42M |
Expense Ratio | 2.41% |
Min. Investment | $2,500 |
Turnover | 134.00% |
Dividend (ttm) | 0.14 |
Dividend Yield | 1.18% |
Dividend Growth | -58.36% |
Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 30, 2024 |
Previous Close | 11.94 |
YTD Return | -3.90% |
1-Year Return | -0.89% |
5-Year Return | 32.47% |
52-Week Low | 11.32 |
52-Week High | 13.81 |
Beta (5Y) | n/a |
Holdings | 64 |
Inception Date | Nov 29, 2019 |
About LYFCX
AlphaCentric Life Sciences and Healthcare Fund Class C is a mutual fund that aims for long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in companies within the life sciences and healthcare industries. The fund allocates at least 80% of its net assets, including borrowings, to equity securities of firms involved in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, healthcare equipment, and related services. Its portfolio includes a mix of large, medium, and small capitalization companies, with notable holdings in industry leaders such as Eli Lilly, UnitedHealth Group, and Johnson & Johnson. The fund holds approximately 64 positions, with nearly half of its assets concentrated in its top ten holdings, reflecting a focused approach to sector selection. It serves investors seeking exposure to advancements in healthcare and biotechnology, tapping into trends in medical innovation, healthcare provision, and global health solutions. With a semi-annual dividend payout and an inception date of November 2019, this fund plays a specialized role in the market, targeting growth through the evolving landscape of health and life sciences sectors.
Performance
LYFCX had a total return of -0.89% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.23%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
---|---|---|---|
FIKCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Health Care Fund - Class Z | 0.59% |
FSPHX | Fidelity | Fidelity Select Health Care Portfolio | 0.63% |
FIJYX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Biotechnology Fund - Class Z | 0.61% |
FACDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Health Care Fund - Class A | 0.98% |
FSHCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Select Health Care Services Portfolio | 0.67% |
Top 10 Holdings
47.93% of assetsName | Symbol | Weight |
---|---|---|
Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 9.18% |
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | UNH | 8.40% |
Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 5.02% |
AbbVie Inc. | ABBV | 4.98% |
AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 4.23% |
Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 3.72% |
Boston Scientific Corporation | BSX | 3.47% |
NOVARTIS AG-ADR | NVSN.MX | 3.21% |
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. | TMO | 3.02% |
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | VRTX | 2.70% |
Dividend History
Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
---|---|---|
Dec 30, 2024 | $0.0127 | Dec 31, 2024 |
Dec 13, 2024 | $0.129 | Dec 16, 2024 |
Dec 14, 2023 | $0.3403 | Dec 15, 2023 |
Dec 15, 2022 | $0.5494 | Dec 16, 2022 |
Dec 16, 2021 | $1.5784 | Dec 17, 2021 |
Dec 17, 2020 | $0.3512 | Dec 17, 2020 |