Natixis Funds Trust I Vaughan Nelson Small Cap Fund Class A (NEFJX)
| Fund Assets | 1.47B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.26% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 120.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.73% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 8, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 22.05 |
| YTD Return | 7.69% |
| 1-Year Return | 26.44% |
| 5-Year Return | 53.36% |
| 52-Week Low | 18.13 |
| 52-Week High | 22.92 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.94 |
| Holdings | 70 |
| Inception Date | Dec 31, 1996 |
About NEFJX
The Natixis Vaughan Nelson Small Cap Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on U.S. small-cap equities. Its primary objective is to seek long-term capital growth by investing in a diversified portfolio of small-cap stocks, typically representing companies with market capitalizations near the lower end of the U.S. equity market. The fund employs a blend investment style, targeting businesses that exhibit both growth and value characteristics. With total assets of approximately $1.3 billion, the fund’s holdings are notably concentrated, with the top ten investments comprising nearly 30% of assets. These holdings span sectors such as financial services, basic materials, and roofing supply, providing exposure to various segments of the small-cap universe. The fund maintains an active management approach, reflected in a turnover rate of around 80%, and has an expense ratio of 1.25%. Its investment strategy is benchmarked against indices like the Russell 2000, situating it within the competitive small blend category. The Natixis Vaughan Nelson Small Cap Fund Class A plays a pivotal role in the diversified portfolios of investors seeking dedicated access to U.S. small-cap equities, aiming to capitalize on the growth potential found among smaller, lesser-known companies.
Performance
NEFJX had a total return of 26.44% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.37%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCVCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class C | 2.06% |
| FCVAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class A | 1.30% |
| FCVTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class M | 1.54% |
| FIKNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class Z | 0.90% |
| FCVIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Value Fund - Class I | 1.03% |
Top 10 Holdings
27.13% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| iShares Russell 2000 Value ETF | IWN | 4.98% |
| Fixed Inc Clearing Corp.Repo | n/a | 3.23% |
| Element Solutions Inc | ESI | 2.76% |
| Clean Harbors, Inc. | CLH | 2.48% |
| Valvoline Inc. | VVV | 2.39% |
| Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. | APAM | 2.32% |
| GATX Corporation | GATX | 2.30% |
| Cushman & Wakefield Limited | CWK | 2.25% |
| FirstCash Holdings, Inc. | FCFS | 2.22% |
| Carlisle Companies Incorporated | CSL | 2.19% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2026 | $0.4792 | Apr 9, 2026 |
| Dec 23, 2025 | $1.2021 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.2764 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.0545 | Dec 22, 2023 |
| Dec 23, 2022 | $0.5328 | Dec 27, 2022 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | $0.3716 | Apr 6, 2022 |