TETON Convertible Securities Fund Class AAA (WESRX)
| Fund Assets | 11.86M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.16% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.24 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.98% |
| Dividend Growth | 235.17% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Nov 25, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 13.82 |
| YTD Return | -0.29% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.42% |
| 5-Year Return | 6.85% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.53 |
| 52-Week High | 15.94 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 77 |
| Inception Date | Oct 1, 1997 |
About WESRX
Teton Convertible Securities Fund Class AAA is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with both capital preservation and long-term capital appreciation. Its primary investment focus is on convertible securities, particularly convertible bonds issued by U.S. entities. By investing at least 80% of its net assets in convertible securities and related financial instruments, the fund seeks to offer a unique blend of equity and fixed income characteristics, allowing participation in potential equity upside while maintaining a level of downside protection typical of bonds. This strategy positions the fund to appeal to investors seeking income generation alongside growth opportunities, with an emphasis on managing risk through diversified exposure across various issuers and sectors. Since its inception in 1997, the fund has established a presence in the market for those who value the hybrid profile and flexibility that convertible securities provide.
Performance
WESRX had a total return of 19.42% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.09%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Convertible Securities Fund - Class Z | 0.55% |
| FTCVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Convertible Securities Fund - Class M | 1.19% |
| FCCVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Convertible Securities Fund - Class C | 1.71% |
| FICVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Convertible Securities Fund - Class I | 0.68% |
| FACVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Convertible Securities Fund - Class A | 0.94% |
Top 10 Holdings
26.62% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| PPL Capital Funding Inc. 2.875% | PPL.2.875 03.15.28 | 4.38% |
| Liberty Media Corp Del 2.25% | FWONK.2.25 08.15.27 | 3.03% |
| Bridgebio Pharma Inc 1.75% | BBIO.1.75 03.01.31 | 2.78% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 7.625% PRF CONVERT 01/09/2027 USD 50 - Ser C | HPE.7.625 09.01.27 | 2.66% |
| Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. 0.5% | BABA.0.5 06.01.31 | 2.48% |
| Digital Realty Trust, L.P. 1.875% | DLR.1.875 11.15.29 | 2.43% |
| Microchip Technology Inc 7.50% PRF CONVERT 15/03/2028 USD 50 - Ser A 1/20th | MCHP.7.5 03.15.28 | 2.32% |
| United States Treasury Bills 3.65107% | B.0 03.05.26 | 2.30% |
| Applied Digital Corp 2.75% | APLD.2.75 06.01.30 | 2.16% |
| Uber Technologies Inc 0.875% | UBER.0.875 12.01.28 2028 | 2.07% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2025 | $0.9816 | Nov 25, 2025 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | $0.0633 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.0678 | Jun 26, 2025 |
| Mar 27, 2025 | $0.1224 | Mar 27, 2025 |
| Nov 26, 2024 | $0.0488 | Nov 26, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.0801 | Sep 26, 2024 |