This ETF aims to deliver current income and capital appreciation within the U.S. fixed income market. It does so by merging two distinct investment methodologies: WestEnd Advisors' macroeconomic framework, which guides dynamic adjustments to bond duration and credit exposure, and Victory Income Investors' specialized research and credit ratings for individual security selection.
The fund leverages the combined expertise of these two experienced teams to construct a flexible bond portfolio, designed to adapt proactively to evolving economic cycles and credit conditions. Its process starts with a broad, qualitative analysis of various economic indicators to pinpoint potential strengths and weaknesses in bond markets, followed by a thorough, independent evaluation and rating of specific credits.