Aristotle Portfolio Optimization GrA (PODAX)

NASDAQ · Mutual Fund · Delayed Price · Currency is USD
14.28
-0.07 (-0.49%)
At close: Jul 8, 2026
Fund Assets655.42M
Expense Ratio1.11%
Min. Investment$1,000
Turnover65.00%
Dividend (ttm)1.15
Dividend Yield7.57%
Dividend Growth244.06%
Payout FrequencySemi-Annual
Ex-Dividend DateDec 30, 2025
Previous Close14.35
YTD Return9.43%
1-Year Return17.40%
5-Year Return31.02%
52-Week Low12.53
52-Week High14.45
Beta (5Y)0.89
Holdings22
Inception DateDec 31, 2003

About PODAX

The Aristotle Portfolio Optimization Growth Fund Class A is a diversified mutual fund designed to pursue moderately high, long-term capital appreciation while offering low current income. As a “fund of funds,” it invests in a mix of underlying mutual funds and exchange-traded funds, providing broad exposure to both debt and equity markets. The fund adopts a balanced investment process rooted in three core principles: a disciplined process, an integrated investment team, and a diversified approach. Its target allocation ranges between 70–85% equities and 15–30% fixed income, allowing it to participate in growth opportunities while managing downside risk through bond exposure. This structure positions the fund within the moderately aggressive allocation category, making it suitable as a core holding for investors seeking growth alongside some stability. Its holdings span U.S. and international equities, value and growth styles, and various fixed income sectors, aiming for consistent performance across different market environments. The fund’s strategy emphasizes long-term investing, factual analysis, and a deliberate avoidance of market timing, providing a systematic way to pursue global diversification and capital growth.

Fund Family Aristotle Funds
Category Allocation--70% to 85% Equity
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol PODAX
Share Class Class A
Index S&P 500 TR

Performance

PODAX had a total return of 17.40% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.98%.

Equivalent Funds

These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.

SymbolProviderNameExpense Ratio
FIQCXFidelityFidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% Z0.56%
FBRNXFidelityFidelity Advisor Stock Sel I0.54%
FSSKXFidelityFidelity Stock Selec-Class K0.42%
FSJHXFidelityFidelity Advisor Stock Sel M1.04%
FEYAXFidelityFidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% A0.92%

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

SymbolShare ClassExpense Ratio
PMADXClass I-20.86%
PODCXClass C1.86%

Top 10 Holdings

83.82% of assets
NameSymbolWeight
Aristotle Core Equity IARILX19.59%
Aristotle Funds Series Trust - Growth Equity FundARIGX13.89%
iShares Russell 1000 Value ETFIWD11.54%
Aristotle Core Bond IPLEBX6.91%
iShares Russell 2000 Value ETFIWN6.68%
iShares Russell Mid-Cap Value ETFIWS6.04%
iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETFIWP5.08%
iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETFIWO4.97%
Aristotle International Equity IARIFX4.75%
Aristotle Short Duration Income IPLSDX4.37%
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Dividend History

Ex-DividendAmountPay Date
Dec 30, 2025$0.31336Dec 30, 2025
Dec 9, 2025$0.83605Dec 9, 2025
Dec 30, 2024$0.33407Dec 30, 2024
Dec 29, 2023$0.11453Dec 29, 2023
Dec 7, 2023$0.03638Dec 7, 2023
Dec 8, 2022$2.61462Dec 8, 2022
Full Dividend History