Virtus KAR Mid-Cap Growth Fund Class A (PHSKX)
| Fund Assets | 573.76M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.26% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 27.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 18.09 |
| Dividend Yield | 46.37% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 36.34 |
| YTD Return | -10.75% |
| 1-Year Return | -20.02% |
| 5-Year Return | -32.26% |
| 52-Week Low | 36.23 |
| 52-Week High | 46.13 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 33 |
| Inception Date | Dec 31, 1975 |
About PHSKX
The Virtus KAR Mid-Cap Growth Fund is a U.S.-based mutual fund specializing in the equity of mid-cap growth companies. Its primary objective is to deliver attractive risk-adjusted long-term returns by concentrating investments in businesses with durable competitive advantages, strong management teams, and robust growth trajectories. The fund employs a disciplined, research-intensive process to identify high-quality, innovative companies that typically demonstrate above-average returns on capital. Emphasizing a high-conviction approach, the portfolio generally holds between 25 and 50 positions, focusing on firms that exhibit financial strength and market leadership. Managed by Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management, the fund aims to uncover established and emerging leaders within the mid-cap universe—often those with potential to disrupt industries or set new standards in their sectors. The fund is structured with a long-term investment horizon and maintains a relatively low portfolio turnover, reflecting its conviction in the selected holdings. As part of the mid-cap growth category, the fund plays a key role for investors seeking diversified exposure to companies poised for significant expansion within the U.S. equity market.
Performance
PHSKX had a total return of -20.02% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 15.59%.
Equivalent Funds
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Top 10 Holdings
43.44% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Amphenol Corporation | APH | 7.83% |
| Cloudflare, Inc. | NET | 7.28% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. | MELI | 4.80% |
| Celsius Holdings, Inc. | CELH | 3.78% |
| Houlihan Lokey, Inc. | HLI | 3.49% |
| Insulet Corporation | PODD | 3.45% |
| Equifax Inc. | EFX | 3.25% |
| Fair Isaac Corporation | FICO | 3.23% |
| IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. | IDXX | 3.21% |
| West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. | WST | 3.12% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $18.09271 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Dec 22, 2021 | $1.03903 | Dec 22, 2021 |
| Dec 22, 2020 | $0.06867 | Dec 22, 2020 |
| Dec 20, 2019 | $0.25754 | Dec 20, 2019 |
| Dec 17, 2018 | $0.63885 | Dec 17, 2018 |
| Dec 20, 2017 | $1.562 | Dec 20, 2017 |