LCTIX | LCTRX | LCATX | LCCTX | Updated as of September 30th, 2019
Diversify your core bonds
A total return bond fund that gives investors exposure across multiple fixed income sectors and a focus on total return.
A BROADER OPPORTUNITY SET
The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities across multiple asset classes, taking advantage of dislocations and opportunities across various sectors.
OPPORTUNISTIC APPROACH
The Fund’s experienced managers look for strategic entry points across asset classes and single securities.
HIGHER TOTAL RETURN POTENTIAL
Access to a wider range of income opportunities means the fund may offer higher total return potential than other short-term investments.
Performance
Distributions
Returns
as of 9/30/19 | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | Inception | |
Institutional (LCTIX) | 1.87% | 3.90% | 4.37% | 1.58% | 4.17% | |
Investor (LCTRX) | 1.54% | 3.28% | 3.83% | 1.00% | 3.56% | |
A Class (LCATX) | 1.55% | 3.43% | 3.83% | 0.98% | 3.35% | |
C Class (LCCTX) | 1.09% | 2.85% | 3.83% | 0.51% | 2.98% | |
Morningstar Category Avg.1 | 8.16% | 9.10% | 2.86% | 3.05% | ||
Benchmark2 | 8.52% | 10.30% | 2.92% | 3.38% | ||
With Sales Charge* | as of 9/30/19 | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | Inception |
A Class | 0.02% | 1.86% | 3.29% | 0.27% | 2.86% | |
C Class | 1.09% | 2.85% | 3.33% | 0.53% | 2.98% |
2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | |
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Institutional (LCTIX) | 6.62 | 5.07 | 4.89 | -7.97 | 3.65 | 9.40 | 15.17 | 0.36 |
Investor (LCTRX) | 5.99 | 4.52 | 4.36 | -8.29 | 3.04 | 8.91 | 14.54 | -0.32 |
A Class (LCATX) | 6.01 | 4.45 | 4.37 | -8.40 | 3.17 | 8.83 | 14.70 | -0.14 |
C Class (LCCTX) | 5.50 | 4.10 | 3.85 | -8.86 | 2.54 | 8.42 | 13.99 | -0.64 |
Morningstar Category Avg. | 0.01 | 3.54 | 2.65 | 0.55 | 5.97 | -2.02 | 4.21 | 7.84 |
Benchmark | -0.52 | 3.76 | 3.24 | -0.27 | 5.13 | -1.38 | 6.85 | 5.78 |
1 Morningstar Category: Intermediate Term Bond Category
2 Benchmark: Barclays US Agg Interm TR USD
*The share classes have different sales charges, fees and other features. Returns with sales charge reflect the deduction of current maximum initial sale of 1.5% for A shares and applicable contingent deferred sales charges (CDSC) for C shares of 1%
Performance is annualized trailing returns as of 9/30/19 for the Leader Total Return Fund for all Share Classes (ticker symbols: LCTIX, LCTRX, LCATX, LCCTX); LCTIX & LCTRX are not subject to sales loads, however, LCATX & LCCTX might be subject to a sales load.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. Share prices and investment returns fluctuate and investor shares may be worth more or less than original cost upon redemption. To obtain performance as of the most recent month end, please call 1-800-269-8810.
Key Facts
Size of Fund | $36.6 M |
Fund Launch Date | July 30th, 2010 |
Morningstar Category | Intermediate-Term Bond |
Benchmark Index | BBG Barc U.S. Aggregate Index |
Distribution Frequency | Monthly |
Turnover Percent | 398% |
Asset Class | Fixed Income |
CUSIP - Institutional Share Class | 52169B509 |
Number of Holdings | 78 |
Open to New Investors | Yes |
Portfolio Characteristics
as of 9/30/19
Effective Duration | 3.98 |
Current Yield | 5.52% |
Sharpe Ratio | 1.08 |
Sortino Ratio | 2.12 |
Fund Standard Deviation | 2.56 |
Upside Capture | 72.74 |
Downside Capture | (1.17) |
Yield
as of 9/30/19
30 Day SEC Yields
Institutional (LCTIX) | 5.76% |
Investor (LCTRX) | 5.28% |
A Share (LCATX) | 5.16% |
C Share (LCCTX) | 4.72% |
30-Day SEC Yield is a standard yield calculation developed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is based on the most recent 30-day period.
Trailing 12-Month Yield
Institutional (LCTIX) | 2.62% |
Investor (LCTRX) | 2.18% |
A Share (LCATX) | 2.23% |
C Share (LCCTX) | 1.78% |
The 12-Month Yield is the yield an investor would have received if they had held the fund over the last 12 months assuming the most recent NAV.
Fees
Management Fee | 0.75% |
Net Expense Ratios | |
Institutional (LCTIX) | 1.81% |
Investor (LCTRX) | 2.31% |
A Share (LCATX) | 2.31% |
C Share (LCCTX) | 2.81% |
Holdings
Name | Weight % |
United States Treasury Note/Bond 1.25% 1/31/2020 | 5.4% |
MADISON PARK FUNDING LTD ADJ% 07/20/2026 | 2.7% |
CUMBERLAND PARK CLO LTD ADJ% 07/20/2028 | 2.7% |
APIDOS CLO ADJ% 10/20/2027 | 2.7% |
BLUEMOUNTAIN CLO LTD ADJ% 11/20/2028 | 2.7% |
Name | Weight % |
GOVERNMENT NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOC ADJ% 12/16/2057 | 2.4% |
CARLYLE GLOBAL MARKET STRATEGIES ADJ% 07/28/2028 | 2.2% |
FANNIEMAE-ACES ADJ% 10/25/21 | 2.1% |
FANNIEMAE-ACES ADJ% 08/25/2021 | 2.1% |
ANCHORAGE CAPITAL CLO LTD ADJ% 07/28/2028 | 2.0% |
There is no assurance that the securities mentioned remain in the Fund’s portfolio or that the securities sold have not been repurchased. Totals may not add up to 100% due to rounding.
Exposure Breakdowns
US Treasuries | 5.70% |
Corporate Bonds | 34.09% |
Floating Rate Bonds | 0.68% |
Agency Mortgages | 48.43% |
Convertibles | 0.00% |
Variable/Hybrids | 8.80% |
Cash | 2.30% |
< 1 | 12.70% |
1 - 3 | 36.14% |
3 - 5 | 37.22% |
5 - 7 | 7.48% |
7- 10 | 0.00% |
10+ | 6.46% |
Cash | 2.30% |
US Treasuries | 5.70% |
AAA | 48.43% |
AA | 0.00% |
A | 0.00% |
BBB | 2.71% |
BB | 34.90% |
B | 4.46% |
NR | 1.50% |
Negative weightings may result from specific circumstances (including timing differences between trade and settle dates of securities purchased by the funds) and/or the use of certain financial instruments, including derivatives, which may be used to gain or reduce market exposure and/or risk management. Certain transactions the funds may utilize may give rise to a form of leverage through either (a) additional market exposure or (b) borrowing capital in an attempt to increase investment return. The use of such transactions includes certain leverage-related risks, including potential for higher volatility, greater decline of the fund’s net asset value and fluctuations of dividends and distributions paid by the fund.
Allocations are subject to change.
Management Team

John E. Lekas
President, CEO &
Senior Portfolio Manager

Ethan Lai
Portfolio Manager
Disclosures
Important Risks: Bonds offer a relatively stable level of income, although bond prices will fluctuate providing the potential for principal gain or loss. Intermediate-term, higher quality bonds generally offer less risk than longer term bonds and a lower rate of return. Generally, a fund’s fixed income securities will decrease in value if interest rates rise and vice versa.
As with all mutual funds, there is the risk that you could lose money through your investment in the Fund. Investments in debt securities typically decrease in value when interest rates rise. This risk is actually greater for longer-term debt securities. Investments in asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities include additional risks that investors should be aware of such as credit risk, prepayment risk, possible illiquidity and default, as well as increased susceptibility to adverse economic developments. Collateral Loan Obligations (“CLOs”) and collateralized debt obligations (“CDOs”) are securities backed by an underlying portfolio of loan and debt obligations and the risks depend largely on the types of those underlying holdings. Investments in foreign securities involve greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks. The fund is exposed to credit risk where lower –rated securities have a higher risk of defaulting on obligations. Investment by the fund in lower-rated and nonrated securities presents a greater risk of loss of principle and interest than higher-rated securities. The Fund is subject to liquidity risk as some securities may have few market-makers and low trading volume, which tends to increase transaction costs and may make it difficult for the Fund to dispose of a security at all or at a price which represents current or fair market value. As a result of its trading strategy, the Fund expects to engage in frequent portfolio transactions that will likely result in higher portfolio turnover and commissions than many investment companies.
Mortgage-backed investments involve risk of loss due to prepayments and, like any bond, due to default. Because the sensitivity of mortgage-related securities to changes in interest rates, a fund’s performance may be more volatile than if it did not hold these securities.
Portfolio characteristics represent 100% of the portfolio and will vary over time. Credit qualities are shown as a percentageofnet assets. A bond rated BBB or higher is considered investment grade. This chart reflects the highest security rating provided by Standard & Poor’s. Ratingsand portfolio credit quality will vary over time.
Average Duration is the weighted average of the option adjusted duration of the portfolio. It is a measure of the sensitivityofthe portfolio to changes in interest rates. The higher the duration the more sensitive the portfolio is to changes in interest rates. Average Current Yield is the weighted average of the annual rate of return based on price. It is calculated by the coupon divided by the price. The 30-Day SEC Yield is computed under an SEC standardized formula based on net income earned over the past 30 days. The 30-Day unsubsidized SEC Yield does not reflect any fee waivers/reimbursements/limits in effect.
Sharpe Ratio: Average return earned in excess of the risk-free rate per unit of volatility or total risk. Subtracting the risk-free rate from the mean return, the performance associated with risk-taking activities can be isolated.
Sortino Ratio: Measures the risk-adjusted return of an investment asset, portfolio, or strategy. It is a modification of the Sharpe ratio but penalizes only those returns falling below a user-specified target or required rate of return, while the Sharpe ratio penalizes both upside and downside volatility equally.
Standard Deviation: Known as historical volatility and is used by investors as a gauge for the amount of expected volatility.
Upside Capture Ratio: Statistical measure of an investment manager’s overall performance in up-markets. The up-market capture ratio is used to evaluate how well an investment manager performed relative to an index during periods when that index has risen.
Downside Capture Ratio: Statistical measure of an investment manager’s overall performance in down-markets. It is used to evaluate how well an investment manager performed relative to an index during periods when that index has dropped.
The Barclays US Intermediate Aggregate Bond Index is a broad-based benchmark that measures the investment grade, US dollar-denominated, fixed-rate taxable bond market. The index includes Treasuries, government-related and corporate securities, MBS (agency fixed-rate and hybrid ARM pass-throughs), ABS and CMBS (agency and non-agency) with maturities of 1 to 9.999 years. This index is the funds benchmark. You cannot invest directly into an index.
Holdings are as of date indicated and subject to change.
This material must be preceded or accompanied by a prospectus. An investor should consider the Fund’s objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing or sending money. This and other important information can be found in the Fund’s prospectus. For more information please call 800-269-8810. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.