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Securian AM Equity Stabilization Fund
mutual fund
VMEIX
Dividend policy
Active
Price as of:
$11.68
-0.07
0%
primary theme
Long-Short Equity
share class
VMEIX (Mutual Fund)
Securian AM Equity Stabilization Fund
Dividend policy
Active
Price as of:
$11.68
-0.07
0%
primary theme
Long-Short Equity
share class
VMEIX (Mutual Fund)
Securian AM Equity Stabilization Fund
Dividend policy
Active
Price as of:
$11.68
-0.07
0%
primary theme
Long-Short Equity
share class
VMEIX - Snapshot
Vitals
- YTD Return -1.7%
- 3 Yr Annualized Return 2.1%
- 5 Yr Annualized Return 4.9%
- Net Assets $23.2 M
- Holdings in Top 10 N/A
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
$11.75
$11.06
$12.19
Expenses
OPERATING RELATED FEES
- Expense Ratio 1.13%
SALES FEES
- Front Load N/A
- Deferred Load N/A
BROKERAGE FEES
- Turnover 8.00%
TRADING FEES
- Max Redemption Fee N/A
Min Investment
- Standard (Taxable) $100,000
- IRA N/A
Fund Classification
- Primary Theme Long-Short Equity
- Fund Type Open End Mutual Fund
- Investment Style Long-Short Equity
Overview
Next Dividend
Income Profile
Income Risk
Returns Profile
Allocations
Expenses
About
Dividend.com Ratings*
$11.83
+0.17%
$72.47 M
7.99%
$0.94
blocked
blocked
blocked
4.60%
2.19%
$11.68
-0.60%
$23.23 M
2.42%
$0.28
blocked
blocked
blocked
-1.68%
1.13%
Overview
Next Dividend
Income Profile
Income Risk
Returns Profile
Allocations
Expenses
About
Dividend.com Ratings*
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$45.38
-1.10%
$316.06 M
0.42%
$0.19
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1.55%
ProShares Long Online/Short Stores ETF
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$90.20
-4.55%
$223.97 M
1.30%
$1.23
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0.65%
Invesco S&P 500® Downside Hedged ETF
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$33.88
-0.70%
$150.39 M
0.61%
$0.21
blocked
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blocked
1.69%
0.39%
Siren DIVCON Dividend Defender ETF
DFND | ETF
$34.33
-2.18%
$45.70 M
-
-
blocked
blocked
blocked
-8.43%
1.64%
Direxion Dynamic Hedge ETF
DYHG | ETF
$52.36
-1.04%
$7.83 M
0.83%
$0.44
blocked
blocked
blocked
-1.32%
0.55%
VMEIX - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return -1.7%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return 2.1%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return 4.9%
- Capital Gain Distribution Frequency Annually
- Net Income Ratio 2.27%
- Dividend Yield 0.0%
- Dividend Distribution Frequency Quarterly
Fund Details
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Legal NameSecurian AM Equity Stabilization Fund
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Fund Family NameSecurian
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Inception DateSep 29, 2015
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Shares Outstanding2606508
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Share ClassInst
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CurrencyUSD
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Domiciled CountryUnited States
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ManagerCraig Stapleton
Fund Description
The fund invests in other funds or directly in securities while using hedging techniques to manage portfolio risk and volatility. It invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities. Equity securities include those that are equity-based, such as ETFs that invest primarily in U.S. and foreign equity securities.
VMEIX - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VMEIX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -1.7% | -11.6% | 23.0% | 81.28% |
| 1 Yr | -0.4% | -31.5% | 77.1% | 86.50% |
| 3 Yr | 2.1%* | -19.6% | 27.2% | 66.84% |
| 5 Yr | 4.9%* | -9.2% | 19.6% | 62.96% |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -0.7% | 9.8% | N/A |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VMEIX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | -7.3% | -47.6% | 88.4% | 82.83% |
| 2019 | 14.2% | -12.0% | 37.8% | 16.49% |
| 2018 | -7.6% | -41.4% | 12.7% | 40.78% |
| 2017 | 14.7% | -67.1% | 21.9% | 13.41% |
| 2016 | 2.4% | -17.3% | 25.3% | 53.15% |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VMEIX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -1.7% | -11.6% | 23.0% | 81.77% |
| 1 Yr | -0.4% | -35.0% | 77.1% | 85.50% |
| 3 Yr | 2.1%* | -20.5% | 27.2% | 64.17% |
| 5 Yr | 4.9%* | -9.6% | 19.6% | 61.11% |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -0.7% | 9.8% | N/A |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VMEIX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | -7.3% | -47.6% | 88.4% | 82.83% |
| 2019 | 14.2% | -12.0% | 37.8% | 16.49% |
| 2018 | -7.6% | -23.0% | 12.7% | 55.31% |
| 2017 | 14.7% | -3.6% | 24.8% | 26.83% |
| 2016 | 2.4% | -15.5% | 25.3% | 56.64% |
NAV & Total Return History
VMEIX - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| VMEIX | Category Low | Category High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 23.2 M | 0 | 4.39 B | 75.98% |
| Number of Holdings | 13 | 3 | 2569 | 85.07% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 23.7 M | -97.1 M | 753 M | 54.23% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | N/A | 1.5% | 100.0% | 1.26% |
Top 10 Holdings
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
- E-mini S&P 500 Future Sept 20 40.25%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks | 69.56% | -8.00% | 153.48% | 47.78% |
| Cash | 26.97% | -140.68% | 108.00% | 51.24% |
| Bonds | 3.37% | -19.57% | 152.17% | 15.27% |
| Convertible Bonds | 0.09% | 0.00% | 3.58% | 8.96% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 11.96% | 89.55% |
| Other | 0.00% | -70.40% | 38.53% | 76.62% |
Stock Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 15.97% | 0.00% | 97.72% | 41.58% |
| Consumer Defense | 13.88% | 0.00% | 40.76% | 11.58% |
| Financial Services | 13.17% | 0.00% | 74.14% | 51.58% |
| Technology | 10.77% | 0.00% | 43.72% | 78.42% |
| Industrials | 10.40% | 0.00% | 40.06% | 54.21% |
| Communication Services | 10.34% | 0.00% | 27.67% | 36.32% |
| Utilities | 8.24% | 0.00% | 27.45% | 7.37% |
| Consumer Cyclical | 6.37% | 0.00% | 81.85% | 89.47% |
| Energy | 4.31% | 0.00% | 13.19% | 11.05% |
| Basic Materials | 3.30% | 0.00% | 17.64% | 42.63% |
| Real Estate | 3.25% | 0.00% | 26.19% | 21.05% |
Stock Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non US | 38.25% | -2.05% | 67.09% | 6.97% |
| US | 31.31% | -29.89% | 150.78% | 81.09% |
Bond Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | 88.62% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 76.62% |
| Corporate | 7.45% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 12.44% |
| Securitized | 3.66% | 0.00% | 17.99% | 6.97% |
| Government | 0.27% | 0.00% | 83.22% | 25.87% |
| Derivative | 0.00% | 0.00% | 44.14% | 88.56% |
| Municipal | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.08% | 89.05% |
Bond Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 2.49% | -3.48% | 152.17% | 19.90% |
| Non US | 0.88% | -142.58% | 5.96% | 3.48% |
VMEIX - Expenses
Operational Fees
| VMEIX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 1.13% | 0.39% | 12.79% | 92.00% |
| Management Fee | 0.70% | 0.00% | 2.25% | 10.78% |
| 12b-1 Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 1.00% | N/A |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.03% | 1.47% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| VMEIX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | N/A | 2.50% | 5.75% | N/A |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 4.00% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| VMEIX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | 0.50% | 2.00% | N/A |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| VMEIX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | 8.00% | 0.00% | 498.00% | 2.94% |
VMEIX - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| VMEIX | Category Low | Category High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.23% | 90.69% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| VMEIX | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | Annually | Quarterly | Annually |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| VMEIX | Category Low | Category High | VMEIX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | 2.27% | -2.65% | 3.99% | 3.00% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| VMEIX | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Dividend Payout History
| Date | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2018 | $0.025 |
| Jun 28, 2018 | $0.060 |
| Mar 28, 2018 | $0.026 |
| Dec 28, 2017 | $0.055 |
| Sep 28, 2017 | $0.036 |
| Jun 29, 2017 | $0.085 |
| Mar 30, 2017 | $0.021 |
| Dec 29, 2016 | $0.102 |
| Sep 29, 2016 | $0.023 |
| Jun 29, 2016 | $0.075 |
| Mar 30, 2016 | $0.020 |
| Dec 30, 2015 | $0.060 |
VMEIX - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
Craig Stapleton
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Sep 29, 2015
5.42
5.4%
Craig M. Stapleton serves as Senior Vice President and Portfolio Manager for Securian Asset Management, Inc. since June 2018, previously Vice President and Portfolio Manager since December 2012, Portfolio Manager June 2012-December 2012, Associate Portfolio Manager 2010-2012, and Quantitative Research Analyst 2005-2010. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
Jeremy Gogos
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Jun 01, 2017
3.75
3.8%
Dr. Gogos has served as Portfolio Manager of Advantus Capital since December 2017, and formerly served as Associate Portfolio Manager of Advantus Capital since June 2017 and Quantitative Research Analyst from May 2013 to June 2017. Dr. Gogos earned his PhD in Physics from the University of Minnesota and a BS in Physics from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
Merlin Erickson
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Dec 29, 2017
3.17
3.2%
Mr. Erickson has served as Vice President and Portfolio Manager of Advantus Capital since December 2017, and formerly served as Vice President and Senior Quantitative Analyst of Advantus Capital since November 2007. Mr. Erickson earned an MBA in Finance from Seattle University and a BS in Mathematics from Central Washington University.
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.02 | 22.3 | 5.82 | 6.68 |
