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NEI Global High Yield Bond Fund Series A
High Yield Fixed Income
FundGrade D
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NAVPS (06-22-2026) |
$5.32 |
|---|---|
| Change |
-$0.01
(-0.18%)
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As at May 31, 2026
As at April 30, 2026
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Fund Returns
Inception Return (June 22, 2005): 3.59%
| Row Heading | Return | Annualized Return | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mth | 3 Mth | 6 Mth | YTD | 1 Yr | 2 Yr | 3 Yr | 4 Yr | 5 Yr | 6 Yr | 7 Yr | 8 Yr | 9 Yr | 10 Yr | |
| Fund | 0.57% | 0.10% | 1.15% | 0.70% | 3.27% | 3.92% | 5.44% | 3.74% | 1.73% | 3.34% | 2.72% | 2.64% | 2.27% | 3.21% |
| Benchmark | 1.73% | 1.68% | 1.44% | 2.26% | 8.06% | 9.95% | 10.49% | 9.66% | 6.15% | 5.57% | 5.13% | 5.59% | 4.78% | 5.90% |
| Category Average | 0.59% | 0.76% | 1.82% | 1.55% | 5.97% | 6.38% | 6.97% | 5.03% | 2.71% | 4.22% | 3.51% | 3.44% | 3.18% | 3.77% |
| Category Rank | 135 / 253 | 233 / 253 | 156 / 250 | 196 / 251 | 229 / 246 | 237 / 242 | 224 / 236 | 221 / 233 | 205 / 227 | 196 / 219 | 185 / 213 | 172 / 195 | 162 / 185 | 141 / 169 |
| Quartile Ranking | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Monthly Return
| Return % | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 1.49% | 0.00% | 0.62% | 0.47% | -0.15% | -0.35% | 0.45% | 0.41% | 0.19% | -1.80% | 1.36% | 0.57% |
| Benchmark | 1.47% | 1.52% | 0.80% | 2.13% | 0.55% | -0.09% | -0.80% | -0.26% | 0.83% | 0.13% | -0.18% | 1.73% |
Best Monthly Return Since Inception
8.24% (April 2009)
Worst Monthly Return Since Inception
-18.77% (October 2008)
Calendar Return (%)
| Return % | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 13.57% | 5.62% | -6.07% | 11.75% | 4.03% | 3.58% | -11.12% | 10.27% | 4.85% | 3.34% |
| Benchmark | 10.80% | 2.96% | 5.36% | 7.98% | 6.14% | 0.50% | -6.92% | 10.36% | 17.23% | 5.59% |
| Category Average | 9.58% | 5.34% | -2.63% | 9.49% | 5.35% | 3.21% | -10.00% | 8.59% | 7.12% | 5.98% |
| Quartile Ranking | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Category Rank | 67/ 168 | 67/ 176 | 187/ 187 | 85/ 211 | 139/ 218 | 137/ 223 | 180/ 230 | 85/ 236 | 231/ 242 | 232/ 243 |
Best Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
13.57% (2016)
Worst Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
-11.12% (2022)
Asset Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Foreign Corporate Bonds | 89.78 |
| Cash and Equivalents | 8.07 |
| Foreign Government Bonds | 1.45 |
| Canadian Corporate Bonds | 0.39 |
| Foreign Bonds - Other | 0.23 |
| Other | 0.08 |
Sector Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Fixed Income | 91.87 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalent | 8.06 |
| Other | 0.07 |
Geographic Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| North America | 97.02 |
| Europe | 1.46 |
| Asia | 1.02 |
| Other | 0.50 |
Top Holdings
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| USD Currency Forward | 2.11 |
| US Dollar | 1.90 |
| Ladder Capital Fnce Hldgs LLLP 4.75% 29-Jun-2025 | 0.96 |
| UBS Group AG 7.00% PERP | 0.93 |
| Dish Network Corp 11.75% 15-Nov-2027 | 0.91 |
| Smyrna Ready MIX Concrete LLC 6.00% 01-Nov-2028 | 0.83 |
| Tenet Healthcare Corp 6.13% 15-Jun-2030 | 0.78 |
| Canadian Dollar | 0.77 |
| Energy Transfer 6.50% 15-Feb-2056 | 0.76 |
| Fertitta Entertainment LLC 4.63% 15-Jan-2029 | 0.75 |
Equity Style
Fixed Income Style
Risk vs Return (3 Yr)
NEI Global High Yield Bond Fund Series A
Median
Other - High Yield Fixed Income
3 Yr Annualized
| Standard Deviation | 4.39% | 6.73% | 6.78% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.28 | 0.69 | 0.67 |
| Alpha | 0.03 | -0.02 | -0.01 |
| Rsquared | 0.08% | 0.39% | 0.38% |
| Sharpe | 0.42 | -0.14 | 0.22 |
| Sortino | 0.98 | -0.21 | 0.08 |
| Treynor | 0.06 | -0.01 | 0.02 |
| Tax Efficiency | 55.36% | - | 30.41% |
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Risk Rating
Annualized Key Ratio Period Comparison
| Key Ratio | 1 Yr | 3 Yr | 5 Yr | 10 Yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Deviation | 2.94% | 4.39% | 6.73% | 6.78% |
| Beta | 0.18 | 0.28 | 0.69 | 0.67 |
| Alpha | 0.02 | 0.03 | -0.02 | -0.01 |
| Rsquared | 0.04% | 0.08% | 0.39% | 0.38% |
| Sharpe | 0.31 | 0.42 | -0.14 | 0.22 |
| Sortino | 0.12 | 0.98 | -0.21 | 0.08 |
| Treynor | 0.05 | 0.06 | -0.01 | 0.02 |
| Tax Efficiency | 25.85% | 55.36% | - | 30.41% |
Fund Details
| Start Date | June 22, 2005 |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Mutual Fund (Wrap Program, Responsible Investment) |
| Share Class | Commission Based Advice |
| Legal Status | Trust |
| Sales Status | Open |
| Currency | CAD |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly |
| Assets ($mil) | $379 |
Fund Codes
| FundServ Code | Load Code | Sales Status |
|---|---|---|
| NWT10142 |
Investment Objectives
The investment objective of this Fund is to provide a high level of current income while maintaining security of capital. The Fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-yield, higher risk, global corporate bonds and notes and may also invest in other fixed income investments with similar characteristics. The Fund may also invest in investments that are not rated, investments that are in default at the time of purchase, and may invest in investments denominated in emerging market c
Investment Strategy
The Portfolio Sub-Advisor uses an investment strategy that focuses on providing added value through rigorous fundamental research, a global perspective, and dynamic risk management. The Portfolio Sub-Advisor focuses on fundamental credit research and uses a factor/variable framework to determine buy candidates and sector weighting. Analysis of fundamentals, technicals and valuations ( FTV ) help the Portfolio Sub-Advisor identify directional indicators, short-term influences, and ultimately whet
Portfolio Management
| Portfolio Manager |
Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P.
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|---|---|
| Sub-Advisor |
Principal Global Investors, LLC
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Management and Organization
| Fund Manager |
Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P. |
|---|---|
| Custodian |
Desjardins Trust Inc. |
| Registrar |
Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P. |
| Distributor |
Aviso Financial Inc. |
Investment Minimums
| RSP Eligible | Yes |
|---|---|
| PAC Allowed | Yes |
| PAC Initial Investment | 500 |
| PAC Subsequent | 25 |
| SWP Allowed | Yes |
| SWP Min Balance | 5,000 |
| SWP Min Withdrawal | 100 |
Fees
| MER | 1.98% |
|---|---|
| Management Fee | 1.50% |
| Load | Back Fee Only |
| FE Max | 5.00% |
| DSC Max | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (FE) | 0.75% |
| Trailer Fee Max (DSC) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (NL) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (LL) | - |
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