SHENKMAN CAPITAL SHORT DURATION HIGH INCOME FUND CLASS F (SCFFX)

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Thesis: The fund's recent AUM growth and strategic initiatives to enhance yield are driving a more positive outlook among investors.

Revenue Outlook

Metric	FY2022	FY2023
Revenue	$11M	$14M
Rev. Growth	-29.2%	+28.4%
EPS	$-1.63	$0.99
EPS Growth	-210%	+161%
P/E	—	9.9×

What’s Driving the Stock

1The fund has seen a 15% increase in AUM over the last quarter, indicating strong investor demand for short-duration high-yield strategies.
2Management is exploring new strategies to enhance yield, potentially increasing the fund's attractiveness amid rising interest rates.
3Credit spreads have tightened by 50 basis points, improving the relative attractiveness of the fund's portfolio.
4The fund's expense ratio remains competitive at 0.75%, which is lower than the industry average of 1.0%.
5Increased demand for income-generating investments in a low-rate environment
6Shift towards short-duration strategies as interest rate volatility rises
7Changes in interest rates affecting bond yields and fund performance
8Fluctuations in high-yield credit spreads impacting asset valuations

FY2023 Snapshot

Revenue: $14M
Rev. Growth: +28.4%
Gross Margin: 100%
Op. Margin: 85.3%
Net Margin: 93.6%
Net Income: $13M
NI Growth: +160%
EPS: $0.99
1Y Return: +4.4%

My Notes

"Our focus on short-duration securities is resonating with investors seeking stability and yield."
Moat: The fund's experienced management team and disciplined investment strategy create a strong competitive moat.
income - The fund appeals to income-focused investors seeking yield in a low-rate environment.
Rising interest rates can compress bond prices, affecting the fund's NAV.
Watch on earnings: High Yield Credit Spreads (BAMLH0A0HYM2), 10-Year Treasury Yield (GS10), Consumer Sentiment (UMCSENT).

One Sentence Summary:

Shenkman Capital Short Duration High Income Fund Class F: the setup is constructive — the fund has seen a 15% increase in aum over the last quarter, indicating strong investor demand for short-duration high-yield strategies.

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