N-CSR 1 d477479dncsr.htm VIRTUS ASSET TRUST Virtus Asset Trust

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM N-CSR

 

 

CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED

MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES

Investment Company Act file number 811-07705

 

 

Virtus Asset Trust

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

 

 

101 Munson Street

Greenfield, MA 01301-9668

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)

 

 

Kevin J. Carr, Esq.

Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary for Registrant

One Financial Plaza

Hartford, CT 06103-2608

(Name and address of agent for service)

 

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (800) 243-1574

Date of fiscal year end: December 31

Date of reporting period: December 31, 2021

 

 

Form N-CSR is to be used by management investment companies to file reports with the Commission not later than 10 days after the transmission to stockholders of any report that is required to be transmitted to stockholders under Rule 30e-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30e-1). The Commission may use the information provided on Form N-CSR in its regulatory, disclosure review, inspection, and policymaking roles.

A registrant is required to disclose the information specified by Form N-CSR, and the Commission will make this information public. A registrant is not required to respond to the collection of information contained in Form N-CSR unless the Form displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) control number. Please direct comments concerning the accuracy of the information collection burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing the burden to Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 450 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20549-0609. The OMB has reviewed this collection of information under the clearance requirements of 44 U.S.C. § 3507.

 

 

 


Item 1.

Reports to Stockholders.

(a) The Report to Shareholders is attached herewith.

 


ANNUAL REPORT
VIRTUS ASSET TRUST

December 31, 2021
Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund
Virtus Seix Corporate Bond Fund
Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Virtus Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Virtus Seix High Income Fund
Virtus Seix High Yield Fund
Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund*
Virtus Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
Virtus Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
Virtus Seix Total Return Bond Fund
Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Virtus Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
Virtus Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
*Prospectus supplement applicable to this fund appears at the back of this annual report.

As permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of each Fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless specifically requested from the Fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report. If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action.
You may elect at any time to receive not only shareholder reports but also certain other communications from the Fund electronically, or you may elect to receive paper copies of all future shareholder reports free of charge to you. If you own your shares directly with the Fund, you may make such elections by calling the Fund at 1-800-243-1574 or, with respect to requesting electronic delivery, by visiting www.virtus.com. An election made directly with the Fund will apply to all Virtus Mutual Funds in which you own shares directly. If you own your shares through a financial intermediary, please contact your financial intermediary to make your request and to determine whether your election will apply to all funds in which you own shares through that intermediary.

Not FDIC Insured • No Bank Guarantee • May Lose Value


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Proxy Voting Procedures and Voting Record (Form N-PX)
The subadviser votes proxies, if any, relating to portfolio securities in accordance with procedures that have been approved by the Board of Trustees of the Trust (“Trustees”, or the “Board”). You may obtain a description of these procedures, along with information regarding how the Funds voted proxies during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, free of charge, by calling toll-free 1-800-243-1574. This information is also available through the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) website at https://www.sec.gov.
PORTFOLIO  HOLDINGS INFORMATION
The Trust files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings for each Fund with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT-P. Form N-PORT-P is available on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov.
This report is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors in the Funds presented in this book unless preceded or accompanied by an effective prospectus which includes information concerning the sales charge, each Fund’s record and other pertinent information.


MESSAGE TO SHAREHOLDERS
To My Fellow Shareholders of Virtus Funds:
I am pleased to present this annual report, which reviews the performance of your Fund for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021.
During this fiscal year, markets expressed optimism about the economic reopening that was driven by the release of COVID-19 vaccines, as well as ongoing monetary support and fiscal stimulus. Doubts crept in during the period, however, as the Delta and Omicron variants impacted productivity, and cascading supply chain issues led to higher prices. Strong corporate profitability drove equity markets higher for much of the period, although concerns about inflation and interest rates hindered fixed income markets.
Domestic and international equity indexes delivered generally strong returns for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. U.S. large-capitalization stocks returned 28.71%, as measured by the S&P 500® Index, outpacing small-cap stocks, which gained 14.82%, as measured by the Russell 2000® Index. Within international equities, developed markets, as measured by the MSCI EAFE® Index (net), returned 11.26%, while emerging markets, as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net), declined 2.54%.
In fixed income markets, the yield on the 10-year Treasury rose sharply to 1.52% on December 31, 2021, from 0.93% on December 31, 2020, based on fears of rising inflation. The broader U.S. fixed income market, as represented by the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, was down 1.54% for the 12-month period, but non-investment grade bonds, as measured by the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index, were up 5.28%.
Thank you for entrusting the Virtus Funds with your assets. Please call our customer service team at 800-243-1574 if you have questions about your account or require assistance. We appreciate your business and remain committed to your long-term financial success.
Sincerely,
George R. Aylward
President, Virtus Funds
February 2022
Refer to the Fund Summary section for your Fund’s performance. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investing involves risk, including the risk of loss of principal invested.
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DISCLOSURE OF FUND EXPENSES (Unaudited)
FOR THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD OF July 1, 2021 TO December 31, 2021
We believe it is important for you to understand the impact of costs on your investment. All mutual funds have operating expenses. As a shareholder of a Virtus Asset Trust Fund discussed in this shareholder report (each, a “Fund”), you may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges on purchases of Class A shares and contingent deferred sales charges on Class C shares; and (2) ongoing costs, including investment advisory fees, distribution and service fees, and other expenses. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are sold without sales charges and do not incur distribution and service fees. Class R6 shares also do not incur shareholder servicing fees. For further information regarding applicable sales charges, see Note 1 in the Notes to Financial Statements. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in a Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds. These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire six-month period. The Annualized Expense Ratios may be different from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights which are for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying tables are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges. Therefore, the accompanying tables are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher. The calculations assume no shares were bought or sold during the period. Your actual costs may have been higher or lower, depending on the amount of your investment and the timing of any purchases or redemptions.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information below, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the table under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Seix Core Bond Fund

               
  Class A $ 1,000.00   $ 999.60   0.64 %   $ 3.23
  Class I 1,000.00   1,000.30   0.50   2.52
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,001.00   0.36   1.82
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   999.30   0.95   4.79
  Class C 1,000.00   995.80   1.65   8.30
  Class I 1,000.00   1,000.60   0.70   3.53
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,001.90   0.43   2.17
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,015.00   0.94   4.77
  Class C 1,000.00   1,013.20   1.54   7.81
  Class I 1,000.00   1,016.60   0.64   3.25
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,017.10   0.54   2.75
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,001.10   0.73   3.68
  Class I 1,000.00   1,001.90   0.58   2.93
Seix High Income Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,012.60   0.93   4.72
  Class I 1,000.00   1,013.80   0.68   3.45
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,014.30   0.59   3.00
Seix High Yield Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,010.90   0.82   4.16
  Class I 1,000.00   1,012.00   0.64   3.25
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,012.60   0.53   2.69
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   999.80   0.70   3.53
  Class I 1,000.00   1,000.50   0.55   2.77
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   992.40   0.80   4.02
  Class C 1,000.00   991.00   1.08   5.42
  Class I 1,000.00   993.30   0.60   3.01
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   997.90   0.54   2.72
  Class I 1,000.00   998.80   0.37   1.86
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DISCLOSURE OF FUND EXPENSES (Unaudited) (Continued)
FOR THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD OF July 1, 2021 TO December 31, 2021
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

               
  Class A $1,000.00   $1,000.80   0.70%   $3.53
  Class I 1,000.00   1,002.80   0.46   2.32
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,002.60   0.31   1.56
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   998.00   0.69   3.47
  Class I 1,000.00   998.40   0.41   2.07
  Class R6 1,000.00   999.20   0.26   1.31
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   992.20   0.90   4.52
  Class C 1,000.00   989.30   1.65   8.27
  Class I 1,000.00   992.30   0.70   3.52
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   996.60   0.65   3.27
  Class I 1,000.00   997.90   0.40   2.01
    
* Expenses are equal to the relevant Fund’s annualized expense ratio, which is net of waived fees and reimbursed expenses, if applicable, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (184) expenses were accrued in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period.
For Funds which may invest in other funds, the annualized expense ratios noted above do not reflect fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher.
You can find more information about a Fund’s expenses in the Financial Statements section that follows. For additional information on operating expenses and other shareholder costs, refer to that Fund’s prospectus.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on a Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not your Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other mutual funds.
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Seix Core Bond Fund

               
  Class A $ 1,000.00   $ 1,021.98   0.64 %   $ 3.26
  Class I 1,000.00   1,022.68   0.50   2.55
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,023.39   0.36   1.84
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,020.42   0.95   4.84
  Class C 1,000.00   1,016.89   1.65   8.39
  Class I 1,000.00   1,021.68   0.70   3.57
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,023.04   0.43   2.19
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,020.47   0.94   4.79
  Class C 1,000.00   1,017.44   1.54   7.83
  Class I 1,000.00   1,021.98   0.64   3.26
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,022.48   0.54   2.75
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.53   0.73   3.72
  Class I 1,000.00   1,022.28   0.58   2.96
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DISCLOSURE OF FUND EXPENSES (Unaudited) (Continued)
FOR THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD OF July 1, 2021 TO December 31, 2021
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Seix High Income Fund

               
  Class A $1,000.00   $1,020.52   0.93%   $4.74
  Class I 1,000.00   1,021.78   0.68   3.47
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,022.23   0.59   3.01
Seix High Yield Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.07   0.82   4.18
  Class I 1,000.00   1,021.98   0.64   3.26
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,022.53   0.53   2.70
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.68   0.70   3.57
  Class I 1,000.00   1,022.43   0.55   2.80
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.17   0.80   4.08
  Class C 1,000.00   1,019.76   1.08   5.50
  Class I 1,000.00   1,022.18   0.60   3.06
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,022.48   0.54   2.75
  Class I 1,000.00   1,023.34   0.37   1.89
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.68   0.70   3.57
  Class I 1,000.00   1,022.89   0.46   2.35
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,023.64   0.31   1.58
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.73   0.69   3.52
  Class I 1,000.00   1,023.14   0.41   2.09
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,023.89   0.26   1.33
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,020.67   0.90   4.58
  Class C 1,000.00   1,016.89   1.65   8.39
  Class I 1,000.00   1,021.68   0.70   3.57
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,021.93   0.65   3.31
  Class I 1,000.00   1,023.19   0.40   2.04
    
* Expenses are equal to the relevant Fund’s annualized expense ratio, which is net of waived fees and reimbursed expenses, if applicable, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (184) expenses were accrued in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period.
For Funds which may invest in other funds, the annualized expense ratios noted above do not reflect fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher.
You can find more information about a Fund’s expenses in the Financial Statements section that follows. For additional information on operating expenses and other shareholder costs, refer to that Fund’s prospectus.
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KEY INVESTMENT TERMS (Unaudited)
December 31, 2021
American Depositary Receipt (“ADR”)
Represents shares of foreign companies traded in U.S. dollars on U.S. exchanges that are held by a U.S. bank or a trust. Foreign companies use ADRs in order to make it easier for Americans to buy their shares.
Adjustable Rate Mortgages (“ARMS”)
ARMs, also known as variable-rate mortgages, have an interest rate that may change periodically depending on changes in a corresponding financial index that is associated with the loan.
Asset-Backed Securities (“ABS”)
Asset-backed securities represent interests in pools of underlying assets such as motor vehicle installment sales or installment loan contracts, leases of various types of real and personal property, and receivables from credit card arrangements.
Bloomberg 1-3 Year U.S. Government/Credit Index
The Bloomberg 1-3 Yr. U.S. Government/Credit Bond Index measures U.S. investment grade government and corporate debt securities with an average maturity of 1 to 3 years. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index
The Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index is comprised of all publicly issued zero-coupon U.S. Treasury Bills that have a remaining maturity of less than 6 months and more than 3 months, are rated investment grade, and have $250 million or more of outstanding face value. In addition, the securities must be denominated in US dollars and must be fixed rate and non-convertible. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg Municipal AAA Index
The Bloomberg Municipal AAA Index is a subset of the Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index with an index rating of AAA. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg Municipal Baa Index
The Bloomberg Municipal Baa Index is a subset of the Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index with an index rating of Baa1, Baa2 or Baa3. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index
The Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index is a rules-based, market-value-weighted index engineered for the long-term, tax-exempt bond market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg Municipal Bond 1-5 Year Index
The Bloomberg Municipal Bond 1-5 Year Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of investment grade tax-exempt municipal bonds with maturities of 1-5 years. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index measures the U.S. investment-grade fixed-rate bond market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index measures the U.S. dollar-denominated, high yield, fixed-rate corporate bond market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Investment Grade Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Investment Grade Bond Index measures performance of investment grade corporate bond funds. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Mortgage Backed Securities Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Mortgage Backed Securities Index measures agency mortgage-backed pass through securities (fixed-rate and hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages) issued by Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA or Ginnie Mae), Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA or Fannie Mae), and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC or Freddie Mac). The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
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Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond 1-15 Year Blend (1-17) Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond 1-15 Year Blend (1-17) Index consists of a broad selection of investment grade general obligation and revenue bonds of maturities ranging from one year to 17 years. It is an unmanaged index representative of the tax exempt bond market. Its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond Index is a market capitalization-weighted index that measures the long-term tax-exempt bond market. The index includes investment grade bonds, general obligations, revenue bonds, insured bonds and pre-funded bonds. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment.
Collateralized Loan Obligation (“CLO”)
A collateralized loan obligation is a type of security backed by a pool of debt, typically low-rated corporate loans, structured so that there are several classes of bondholders with varying maturities, called tranches.
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (“CMBS”)
Commercial mortgage-backed securities are fixed income investment products backed by mortgage loans on commercial properties such as apartment buildings and complexes, multi-family dwellings, factories, hotels and other commercial real estate.
Constant Maturity Treasury (“CMT”)
An interest rate that represents a daily determination of what the yield on a U.S. Treasury bill, note, or bond would be if it were issued on that day. The Treasury Department publishes these rates on a daily and weekly basis in reports called Special Interest Rates.
Consumer Price Index (“CPI”)
The CPI is a measure of the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
Credit Default Swap (“CDS”)
A CDS is a financial derivative contract that shifts the credit risk of a fixed income product to a counterparty in exchange for a premium. The buyer of the CDS makes a series of payments (the CDS “fee” or “spread”) to the seller and, in exchange, may expect to receive a payoff if the asset defaults.
Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index
The Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index is a market-weighted index that tracks the investable universe of the U.S. dollar denominated leveraged loans. The index is calculated on a total return basis, is unmanaged and not available for direct investment. The unmanaged index returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges.
Federal Reserve (the “Fed”)
The Central Bank of the United States, responsible for controlling the money supply, interest rates and credit with the goal of keeping the U.S. economy and currency stable. Governed by a seven-member board, the system includes 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks, 25 branches and all national and state banks that are part of the system.
General Obligation Bonds (“GOs”)
A general obligation bond is a municipal bond backed by the credit and taxing power of the issuing jurisdiction rather than the revenue from a given project. General obligation bonds are issued with the belief that a municipality will be able to repay its debt obligation through taxation or revenue from projects.
Government National Mortgage Association (“GNMA” or “Ginnie Mae”)
Government National Mortgage Association, also known as “Ginnie Mae”, is a wholly-owned United States Government corporation within the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the principal governmental guarantor of U.S. mortgage-related securities.
Gross Domestic Product (“GDP”)
The GDP represents the market value of all goods and services produced by the economy during the period measured, including personal consumption, government purchases, private inventories, paid-in construction costs, and the foreign trade balance.
ICE BofA 10+ Year U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Index
ICE BofA 10+ Year U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Index is a subset of ICE BofA U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Index including all securities with a remaining term to final maturity greater than or equal to 10 years. ICE BofA U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Index tracks the performance of US dollar denominated below investment grade corporate debt, currently in a coupon paying period, that is publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
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KEY INVESTMENT TERMS (Unaudited) (Continued) December 31, 2021
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield BB-B Constrained Index
The ICE BofA U.S. High Yield BB-B Constrained Index measures performance of BB/B U.S. dollar denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market, and is restricted to a maximum of 2% per issuer. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
ICE BofA US High Yield Index
The ICE BofA US High Yield Index is market capitalization weighted and is designed to measure the performance of U.S. dollar denominated below investment grade (commonly referred to as “junk”) corporate debt publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market. The Index includes securities rated below investment grade (based on an average of Moody’s Investors Service, Inc., Fitch, Inc., and Standard & Poor’s Financial Services, LLC) with at least 18 months remaining to final maturity at the time of issuance and at least one year remaining term to final maturity as of the Index’s rebalancing date. In addition, individual securities of qualifying issuers must have a fixed coupon schedule and a minimum amount outstanding of $250 million. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Intercontinental Exchange (“ICE”)
An American Fortune 500 company formed in 2000 that operates global exchanges and clearing houses, and provides mortgage technology, data and listing services. The company owns exchanges for financial and commodity markets, and operates 12 regulated exchanges and marketplaces. This includes ICE futures exchanges in the United States, Canada and Europe, the Liffe futures exchanges in Europe, the New York Stock Exchange, equity options exchanges and over-the-counter energy, credit and equity markets.
Leveraged Loan
Leveraged loans (also known as bank, senior or floating-rate loans) consists of below investment-grade credit quality loans that are arranged by banks and other financial institutions to help companies finance acquisitions, recapitalizations, or other highly leveraged transactions. Such loans may be especially vulnerable to adverse changes in economic or market conditions, although they are senior in the capital structure which typically provides investors/lenders a degree of potential credit risk protection.
Loan Par-Weighted Default Rate
The rate of borrowers who fail to remain current on their loans based on the par amount.
London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”)
A benchmark rate that some of the world’s leading banks charge each other for short-term loans and that serves as the first step to calculating interest rates on various loans throughout the world.
Markit CDX® North American High Yield Index (“CDX.NA.HY”)
CDX.NA.HY is composed of 100 liquid North American entities with high yield credit ratings as published by Markit® from time to time.
Mortgage-Backed Securities (“MBS”)
Mortgage-backed securities represent interests in pools of mortgage loans purchased from individual lenders by a federal agency or originated and issued by private lenders.
MSCI EAFE® Index (net)
The MSCI EAFE® (Europe, Australasia, Far East) Index (net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index that measures developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada. The index is calculated on a total return basis with net dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net)
The MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance in the global emerging markets. The index is calculated on a total return basis with net dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Option-Adjusted Spread
An option-adjusted spread is the difference between the yield of a security that pays fixed interest payments and the current U.S. Treasury rates, which represents the rate of return on a risk-free investment.
Payment-in-Kind Security (“PIK”)
A bond which pays interest in the form of additional bonds, or preferred stock which pays dividends in the form of additional preferred stock.
Permanent School Fund Guarantee Program (“PSF-GTD”)
The Permanent School Fund Guarantee Program guarantees bonds issued by a school district or charter school. The PSF-GTD has received “AAA” ratings from the major bond rating services and replaces the need for private bond insurance.
Prime Rate
The federal funds rate commercial banks charge their most creditworthy corporate customers.
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Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”)
A publicly traded company that owns, develops and operates income-producing real estate such as apartments, office buildings, hotels, shopping centers and other commercial properties.
Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduit (“REMIC”)
A pass-through investment vehicle that is used to pool mortgage loans and issue mortgage-backed securities.
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (“RMBS”)
Residential mortgage-backed securities are fixed income investment products backed by residential mortgage loans.
Russell 2000® Index
The Russell 2000® Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of the 2,000 smallest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
S&P 500® Index
The S&P 500® Index is a free-float market capitalization-weighted index of 500 of the largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
School Bond Guaranty (“SCH BD GTY”)
A program by which the bonds issued by certain public school districts and/or charter schools are guaranteed using a pool of assets held by a state for the purpose of ensuring the availability of public education.
Securitized Assets
Assets that have been packaged into pools so that payments made by individual borrowers of both interest and principal on certain secured debt may be in effect “passed through” to investors, net of any fees paid to the issuer or guarantor of the securities. Typical examples of securitized assets are mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities, which collectively are securities backed by mortgages, installment contracts, credit card receivables or other financial assets.
Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”)
A broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities.
State Credit Enhancement Program (“SD CRED PROG”)
A program by which certain public school districts are able to issue statutorily specified debt instruments at a lower interest rate by extending to those districts the credit rating of the state in which they are located. In the event of a district default on debt service payment, the state will pay the amount due from available cash balances. The school board must pledge the full faith and credit and taxing power of the district to repayment of any amount paid by the state.
Yield Curve
A yield curve is a line on a graph plotting the interest rates, at a set point in time, of bonds having equal credit quality but different maturity dates.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: STGIX
  Class I: STIGX
  Class R6: STGZX
Seix Core Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize long term total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation, consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -1.43%, Class I shares at NAV returned -1.38%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned -1.24%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned -1.54%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury
yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. The primary contributor to the Fund’s positive relative performance was the allocation to the securitized asset sleeve. This positive performance was attributed to security selection within the sleeve, including RMBS, CMBS and asset-backed securities (“ABS”). Yield curve strategies detracted from relative performance, primarily from positioning in the first quarter of 2021. The Fund maintained an overweight position in the corporate sleeve relative to the benchmark until early September, at which point the corporate allocation was reduced to neutral and
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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the U.S. Treasury allocation moved to an overweight, relative to the benchmark index.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Foreign Investing: Investing in foreign securities subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant
impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
U.S. Government Securities   46%
Corporate Bonds and Notes   25
Financials 9%  
Energy 3  
Industrials 2  
Utilities 2  
Communication Services 2  
Materials 2  
Health Care 2  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 3  
Mortgage-Backed Securities   22
Agency 16  
Non-Agency 6  
Asset-Backed Securities   6
Other 4  
Credit Card 2  
Short-Term Investment   1
Total   100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Core Bond Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   -1.43 % 3.44 % 2.63 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   -5.13 2.65 2.24
Class I shares at NAV2   -1.38  3.58  2.83  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   -1.24  3.72  —  3.27  8/3/15
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index   -1.54  3.57  2.90  3.14  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 0.89%, Net 0.64%; Class I shares: Gross 0.59%, Net 0.50%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.49%, Net 0.36%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 3.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SAINX
  Class C: STIFX
  Class I: STICX
  Class R6: VRSBX
Seix Corporate Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize long term total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation, consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -1.90%, Class C shares at NAV returned -2.50%, Class I shares at NAV returned -1.67%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned -1.31%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Investment Grade Bond Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned -1.04%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the
$1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the
much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. Primary detractors from relative performance were the Fund’s longer-than-average duration, as well as the Fund’s position in CDX.NA.HY, a high yield credit default swap. Partially offsetting these detractors were positive contributions from an overweight to the BBB-rated quality segment, as well as the Fund’s allocation to select non-investment-grade credits that generated excess return over pure investment grade credits.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Corporate Bond Fund (Continued)
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
High Yield Fixed Income Securities: There is a greater risk of issuer default, less liquidity, and
increased price volatility related to high yield securities than investment grade securities.
Derivatives: Investments in derivatives such as futures, options, forwards, and swaps may increase volatility or cause a loss greater than the principal investment.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Corporate Bonds and Notes   99%
Financials 34%  
Energy 14  
Consumer Discretionary 11  
Utilities 8  
Communication Services 8  
Industrials 6  
Materials 6  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 12  
Short-Term Investment   1
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Corporate Bond Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   -1.90 % 5.76 % 4.67 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   -5.58 4.96 4.27
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4   -2.50  5.02  3.94  — 
Class I shares at NAV2   -1.67  6.02  4.94  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   -1.31  —  —  2.82  10/20/20
Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Investment Grade Bond Index   -1.04  5.26  4.70  1.48  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.04%, Net 0.96%; Class C shares: Gross 1.78%, Net 1.66%; Class I shares: Gross 0.81%, Net 0.71%; Class R6: Gross 0.72%, Net 0.44%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 3.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SFRAX
  Class C: SFRCX
  Class I: SAMBX
  Class R6: SFRZX
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of attempting to provide a high level of current income. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 5.14%, Class C shares at NAV returned 4.65%, Class I shares at NAV returned 5.47%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 5.57%. For the same period, the Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 5.40%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
Leveraged loans enjoyed a strong year in 2021. For 2021, the Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index returned 5.46%. Notable contributors by industry were metals & mining (+16.02%), energy (+10.14%), and retail (+8.44%), while laggards were broadcasting (-0.01%), utilities (+1.44%), and cable & satellite (+2.66%). Split-B/CCC-rated loans (+12.32%) outperformed both single-B (+5.36%) and BB-rated loans (+3.18%).
As of December 31, 2021, the yield to 3-year takeout was 5.27%, up 0.17% for the year amid a resetting of Federal Reserve (Fed) expectations. The price on the Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index was approximately $98.51. Loan prices ended the year $0.30 below their 2021 high, achieved on November 8.
For the full year 2021, leveraged loan issuance totaled $835.1 billion, or $409.4 billion net of refinancing/re-pricing, which represented an increase of 98% and 112% from 2020, respectively. Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) made up 37% of
issuance, while refinancing represented 27%, repricing 24.4%, dividends 8.3%, and general corporate/other was 3.3%.
Of note, in December 2021, 13 deals were linked to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR), and priced totaling $7.1 billion (25.7% of total volume), compared with 11 SOFR-linked deals in November totaling $7.2 billion (9.6% of total volume).
Loan funds saw a thirteenth consecutive month of inflows in December of 2021. Overall inflows in 2021 totaled $45.4 billion ($10.0 billion in exchange-traded funds), compared to outflows of $26.9 billion over the same period in 2020.
In 2021, U.S. collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) priced $421.1 billion (made up of $183.7 billion ex-refinancing and $237.4 billion refinancing), compared with $125.8 billion in 2020.
Default rates continued to be muted during the fiscal year. The loan par-weighted default rate including distressed exchanges, in which troubled companies seek to exchange outstanding debt for loans with less onerous terms, ended December at 0.65%, down 3.62% for the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index, for the 12 months ended December 21, 2021.
The Fund benefited from credit selection in energy, retail, and aerospace. This was partially offset by relative underperformance in gaming/leisure, information technology, and health care.
On a credit ratings basis, the Fund benefited from credit selection in B and CCC split-rated issues, while credit pressures included credit selection for BBB split-rated issues.
The top performing credits were Crestwood (energy), Black Brush Oil & Gas (energy), Belk (retail), and Exela (retail). The top detractors were mostly in loans that the Fund did not own but that were represented in the benchmark and performed well. These included Chesapeake Energy (energy), AMC Entertainment (leisure), Fieldwood Energy (energy), and Cineworld (leisure).
The manager continues to look for value-oriented investment opportunities with a focus on downside protection. The new issue calendar remains robust and continues to present potential investment opportunities, particularly against the backdrop of a higher inflation environment and strong retail inflows. Following an aggressive ratings downgrade cycle during the pandemic market bottom in mid-2020, credit rating upgrades are expected to continue, together with lower default rates, creating investment opportunities in CLO creation, new leveraged buyouts (LBOs), corporate spin-offs, mid-sized corporate financing, and regular leveraged finance refinancing.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Bank Loans: Loans may be unsecured or not fully collateralized, may be subject to restrictions on resale and/or trade infrequently on the secondary market. Loans are subject to credit and call risk, may be difficult to value, and have longer settlement times than other investments, which can make loans relatively illiquid at times.
High Yield Fixed Income Securities: There is a greater risk of issuer default, less liquidity, and increased price volatility related to high yield securities than investment grade securities.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Leveraged Loans   88%
Information Technology 15%  
Service 10  
Health Care 8  
Financial 6  
Chemicals 4  
Media / Telecom - Telecommunications 4  
Media / Telecom - Diversified Media 4  
All other Leveraged Loans 37  
Corporate Bonds and Notes   3
Common Stocks   1
Other (includes short-term investment)   8
Total   100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   5.14 % 2.93 % 3.78 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   2.25 2.36 3.49
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4   4.65  2.36  3.17  — 
Class I shares at NAV2   5.47  3.28  4.08  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   5.57  3.38  —  3.84  2/1/15
Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index   5.40  4.32  4.83  4.42  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 0.94%, Net 0.94%; Class C shares: Gross 1.66%, Net 1.52%; Class I shares: Gross 0.73%, Net 0.62%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.61%, Net 0.52%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SFLTX
  Class I: SCFTX
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize total return through (i) current income that is exempt from federal income taxes and (ii) capital appreciation consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 0.35% and Class I shares at NAV returned 0.50%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 1.52%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. The slope of the municipal yield curve (the spread between 2-year and 30-year bonds) remained unchanged at 1.25%. Intermediate-term municipal bonds were under the most pressure, as the yield on the 5-year was higher by 0.37% and that on the 10-year was higher by 0.32%, while the 6- to 8-year area saw increases in yield of more than 0.40%.
Investors were encouraged by the amount of stimulus supplied to both states and individuals, as well as the distribution of vaccines, reopening of the economy, and potential return to normal. These factors reignited the quest for yield, making longer duration and lower credit quality bonds the most attractive areas of the market. The 30-year bond, also known as the long bond, returned the best performance over the 12-month period (3.17%), followed by the 20-year and then the 15-year (2.53% and 1.91%, respectively). For the year, the Bloomberg Municipal AAA Index returned 0.47%, while the Bloomberg Municipal Baa Index returned 4.85%. This outperformance by lower credit quality bonds reflected the hefty demand for yield. It also exemplified the resilience of spread tightening from the very wide levels that occurred in early 2020, as well as the perceived reduction of credit risk after record government support and intervention.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index, for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021, largely as a result of the Fund’s overweight positions in AAA- and AA-rated bonds, as well as underweights to the 20-year and long bond areas of the yield curve, relative to the benchmark weighting. An overweight to the 15-year area was additive, as was an overweight to the special tax sector. Security selection in the transportation and water/sewer sectors was detrimental to performance.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Municipal Market: Events negatively impacting a municipality, municipal security, or the municipal
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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bond market in general, may cause the Fund to decrease in value.
State & AMT Tax: A portion of income may be subject to some state and/or local taxes and, for certain investors, a portion may be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including
hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Municipal Bonds 96%
Short-Term Investment 4
Total 100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 0.35 % 4.09% 4.11%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -2.41 3.51 3.82
Class I shares at NAV2 0.50  4.25 4.27
Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond Index 1.52  4.17 3.72
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 0.98%, Net 0.76%; Class I shares: Gross 0.89%, Net 0.61%.        
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SAHIX
  Class I: STHTX
  Class R6: STHZX
Seix High Income Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking high current income and, secondarily, total return (comprised of capital appreciation and income). There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective(s).
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 4.52%, Class I shares at NAV returned 4.78%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 4.87%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 5.28%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The high yield bond market, as measured by the ICE BofA US High Yield Index, increased 5.36% for the fiscal year. The option-adjusted spread for the benchmark tightened by 0.76% during the year, offsetting an increase in Treasury rates. The yield on the ICE BofA US High Yield Index began the year at 4.24% and ended the year at 4.32%. This action was consistent with past periods of rising rates, when spreads historically tighten as the economy improves and the underlying fundamentals of the issuers improve. This typically occurs as Treasury rates increase, also due to the improving economy.
Top-performing segments of the high yield markets included CCC-rated bonds, distressed high yield, and energy. This was consistent with the improving economic backdrop. Further, longer-duration bonds, as measured by the ICE BofA 10+ Year US Cash Pay
High Yield Index, increased more than 8.6% for the year, offsetting the headwind from the rise in Treasury rates. This universe is more weighted to the energy sector than the overall market, which serves to partly explain the relative outperformance we saw during the fiscal year.
Including distressed exchanges, in which troubled companies seek to exchange outstanding debt for loans with less onerous terms, U.S. high yield bond default rates decreased 6.47% in 2021 to 0.29%, according to JP Morgan.
From a supply perspective, high yield issuance totaled $483.8 billion ($193.1 billion not including refinancings) for the full year. The mix of supply for the year broke down as follows: 60% refinancings, 16% general corporate purpose, and 24% in the mergers & acquisitions/leveraged buyout/dividend category.
In 2021, high yield fund outflows totaled $13.6 billion (+$842 million from exchange-traded funds), compared with inflows of $44.3 billion over the same period in 2020.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund earned a positive return for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021, but trailed its benchmark, the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index.
The largest contributors to relative performance for the year were security selection in consumer cyclicals, as well as underweight positions and positive security selection in both electric utilities and technology.
Top detractors from relative performance for the year included an overweight and negative security selection in non-bank financials, negative security selection in energy, and negative security selection in consumer non-cyclicals.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee
of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
High Yield Fixed Income Securities: There is a greater risk of issuer default, less liquidity, and increased price volatility related to high yield securities than investment grade securities.
Foreign Investing: Investing in foreign securities subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Corporate Bonds and Notes   91%
Consumer Discretionary 21%  
Financials 19  
Energy 18  
Communication Services 11  
Industrials 7  
Health Care 5  
Consumer Staples 3  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 7  
Short-Term Investment   4
Leveraged Loans   3
Other (includes securities lending collateral)   2
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   4.52 % 5.40 % 6.12 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   0.60 4.60 5.71
Class I shares at NAV2   4.78  5.65  6.35  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   4.87  5.78  —  4.93  8/1/14
Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index   5.28  6.30  6.83  5.64  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.16%, Net 0.93%; Class I shares: Gross 0.92%, Net 0.68%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.77%, Net 0.59%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 3.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: HYPSX
  Class I: SAMHX
  Class R6: HYIZX
Seix High Yield Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking high income and, secondarily, capital appreciation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective(s).
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 3.69%, Class I shares at NAV returned 3.88%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 4.00%. For the same period, the ICE BofA U.S. High Yield BB-B Constrained Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 4.60%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The high yield bond market, as measured by the ICE BofA US High Yield Index, increased 5.36% for the fiscal year. The option-adjusted spread for the benchmark tightened by 0.76% during the year, offsetting an increase in Treasury rates. The yield on the ICE BofA US High Yield Index began the year at 4.24% and ended the year at 4.32%. This action was consistent with past periods of rising rates, when spreads historically tighten as the economy improves and the underlying fundamentals of the issuers improve. This typically occurs as Treasury rates increase, also due to the improving economy.
Top-performing segments of the high yield markets included CCC-rated bonds, distressed high yield, and energy. This was consistent with the improving economic backdrop. Further, longer-duration bonds, as measured by the ICE BofA 10+ Year US Cash Pay High Yield Index, increased more than 8.6% for the year, offsetting the headwind from the rise in Treasury rates. This universe is more weighted to the energy sector than the overall market, which serves
to partly explain the relative outperformance we saw during the fiscal year.
Including distressed exchanges, in which troubled companies seek to exchange outstanding debt for loans with less onerous terms, U.S. high yield bond default rates decreased 6.47% in 2021 to 0.29%, according to JP Morgan.
From a supply perspective, high yield issuance totaled $483.8 billion ($193.1 billion not including refinancings) for the full year. The mix of supply for the year broke down as follows: 60% refinancings, 16% general corporate purpose, and 24% in the mergers & acquisitions/leveraged buyout/dividend category.
In 2021, high yield fund outflows totaled $13.6 billion (+$842 million from exchange-traded funds), compared with inflows of $44.3 billion over the same period in 2020.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund earned a positive return for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021, but underperformed its benchmark, the ICE BofA US High Yield BB-B Constrained Index.
The largest contributor to relative performance for the year was an underweight and positive security selection in utilities. Security selection in both telecommunications and technology was also positive for performance.
Top detractors from relative performance included an overweight and negative security selection in media, negative security selection in energy, and an overweight and negative selection in cable/satellite.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes
in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
High Yield Fixed Income Securities: There is a greater risk of issuer default, less liquidity, and increased price volatility related to high yield securities than investment grade securities.
Foreign Investing: Investing in foreign securities subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Corporate Bonds and Notes   91%
Consumer Discretionary 18%  
Financials 16  
Energy 16  
Communication Services 15  
Industrials 8  
Health Care 5  
Real Estate 3  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 10  
Short-Term Investment   4
Leveraged Loans   3
Other (includes securities lending collateral)   2
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix High Yield Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   3.69 % 6.07 % 5.98 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   -0.20 5.26 5.57
Class I shares at NAV2   3.88  6.28  6.20  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   4.00  6.37  —  6.65  8/1/16
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield BB-B Constrained Index   4.60  6.04  6.54  6.30  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.04%, Net 0.82%; Class I shares: Gross 0.76%, Net 0.64%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.67%, Net 0.53%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 3.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SISIX
  Class I: STTBX
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize high total return through (i) current income that is exempt from federal income taxes and (ii) capital appreciation consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -0.04% and Class I shares at NAV returned 0.11%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond 1-15 Year Blend (1-17) Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 0.86%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. The slope of the municipal yield curve (the spread between 2-year and 30-year bonds) remained unchanged at 1.25%. Intermediate-term municipal bonds were under the most pressure, as the yield on the 5-year was higher by 0.37% and that on the 10-year was higher by 0.32%, while the 6- to 8-year area saw increases in yield of more than 0.40%.
Investors were encouraged by the amount of stimulus supplied to both states and individuals, as well as the distribution of vaccines, reopening of the economy, and potential return to normal. These factors reignited the quest for yield, making longer duration and lower credit quality bonds the most attractive areas of the market. The 30-year bond, also known as the long bond, returned the best performance over the 12-month period (3.17%), followed by the 20-year and then the 15-year (2.53% and 1.91%, respectively). For the year, the Bloomberg Municipal AAA Index returned 0.47%, while the Bloomberg Municipal Baa Index returned 4.85%. This outperformance by lower credit quality bonds reflected the hefty demand for yield. It also exemplified the resilience of spread tightening from the very wide levels that occurred in early 2020, as well as the perceived reduction of credit risk after record government support and intervention.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond 1-15 Year Blend (1-17) Index, for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021, largely as a result of the Fund’s overweight to AAA- and AA-rated paper, as well as an overweight to the 10-year area of the yield curve relative to the benchmark weighting. An overweight to the leasing sector assisted performance. Security selection in the transportation and water/sewer sectors was detrimental to performance.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Municipal Market: Events negatively impacting a municipality, municipal security, or the municipal
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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bond market in general, may cause the Fund to decrease in value.
State & AMT Tax: A portion of income may be subject to some state and/or local taxes and, for certain investors, a portion may be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including
hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Municipal Bonds 89%
Short-Term Investment 11
Total 100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 -0.04 % 3.23% 2.88%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -2.79 2.66 2.60
Class I shares at NAV2 0.11  3.41 3.06
Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond 1-15 Year Blend (1-17) Index 0.86  3.57 3.05
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 1.03%, Net 0.69%; Class I shares: Gross 0.84%, Net 0.54%.        
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2023. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: STSBX
  Class C: SCBSX
  Class I: SSBTX
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize long term total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation, consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -0.97%, Class C shares at NAV returned -1.29%, and Class I shares at NAV returned -0.87%. For the same period, the Bloomberg 1-3 Year U.S. Government/Credit Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned -0.47%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury
yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. The corporate sector was a positive contributor to relative performance, both from a security selection and allocation basis. The Fund maintained an overweight position in the corporate bond sleeve relative to the benchmark until early September 2021, at which point the corporate allocation was reduced to neutral. Securitized asset strategies were a modest detractor, as was the continued avoidance of the government-related sector.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
U.S. Government Securities   59%
Corporate Bonds and Notes   25
Financials 8%  
Industrials 6  
Energy 4  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 7  
Mortgage-Backed Securities   11
Asset-Backed Securities   4
Short-Term Investment   1
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 -0.97 % 1.40% 1.10%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -3.19 0.94 0.87
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4 -1.29  0.76 0.48
Class I shares at NAV2 -0.87  1.58 1.31
Bloomberg 1-3 Year U.S. Government/Credit Index -0.47  1.85 1.39
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 1.27%, Net 0.80%; Class C shares: Gross 2.10%, Net 1.57%; Class I shares: Gross 1.16%, Net 0.60%.        
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.25% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SMMAX
  Class I: CMDTX
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize total return through (i) current income that is exempt from federal income taxes and (ii) capital appreciation consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -0.48% and Class I shares at NAV returned -0.31%. For the same period, the Bloomberg Municipal Bond 1-5 Year Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 0.36%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. The slope of the municipal yield curve (the spread between 2-year and 30-year bonds) remained unchanged at 1.25%. Intermediate-term municipal bonds were under the most pressure, as the yield on the 5-year was higher by 0.37% and that on the 10-year was higher by 0.32%, while the 6- to 8-year area saw increases in yield of more than 0.40%.
Investors were encouraged by the amount of stimulus supplied to both states and individuals, as well as the distribution of vaccines, reopening of the economy, and potential return to normal. These factors reignited the quest for yield, making longer duration and lower credit quality bonds the most attractive areas of the market. The 30-year bond, also known as the long bond, returned the best performance over the 12-month period (3.17%), followed by the 20-year and then the 15-year (2.53% and 1.91%, respectively). For the year, the Bloomberg Municipal AAA Index returned 0.47%, while the Bloomberg Municipal Baa Index returned 4.85%. This outperformance by lower credit quality bonds reflected the hefty demand for yield. It also exemplified the resilience of spread tightening from the very wide levels that occurred in early 2020, as well as the perceived reduction of credit risk after record government support and intervention.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Bloomberg Municipal 1-5 Yr Index, largely as a result of the Fund’s overweight to the 5- and 7-year area of the yield curve relative to the benchmark weighting. Overweight positions in the transportation and hospital sectors were additive to performance, while security selection in local general obligation bonds (GOs) and the electric sector was detrimental to performance.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Municipal Market: Events negatively impacting a municipality, municipal security, or the municipal bond market in general, may cause the Fund to decrease in value.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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State & AMT Tax: A portion of income may be subject to some state and/or local taxes and, for certain investors, a portion may be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Municipal Bonds 95%
Short-Term Investment 5
Total 100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 -0.48 % 1.64% 1.26%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -2.72 1.18 1.03
Class I shares at NAV2 -0.31  1.80 1.43
Bloomberg Municipal Bond 1-5 Year Index 0.36  2.04 1.56
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 1.28%, Net 0.57%; Class I shares: Gross 1.18%, Net 0.40%.        
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.25% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: CBPSX
  Class I: SAMFX
  Class R6: SAMZX
Seix Total Return Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize long term total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation, consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -1.47%, Class I shares at NAV returned -1.23%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned -1.08%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned -1.54%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury
yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. The corporate sector was the primary contributor to the outperformance, both from a security selection and an allocation basis. Security selection was the larger contributor, as individual non-investment grade issues generated excess return over the pure investment grade exposure. A smaller contribution came from the Fund’s overweight to the corporate sector, which was maintained until early September, at which point the corporate allocation was reduced to neutral and the U.S. Treasury allocation moved to an overweight. The securitized asset sleeve was a
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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secondary contributor to relative performance due to security selection as well as allocation to certain sub-sectors. Partially offsetting these positive contributors were two detractors from performance: yield curve positioning (mainly in the first quarter of 2021) and the Fund’s position in CDX.NA.HY, a high yield credit default swap.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Foreign & Emerging Markets: Investing in foreign securities, especially in emerging markets, subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased
volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
High Yield Fixed Income Securities: There is a greater risk of issuer default, less liquidity, and increased price volatility related to high yield securities than investment grade securities.
Derivatives: Investments in derivatives such as futures, options, forwards, and swaps may increase volatility or cause a loss greater than the principal investment.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
U.S. Government Securities   47%
Corporate Bonds and Notes   25
Financials 9%  
Energy 3  
Consumer Discretionary 3  
Industrials 2  
Communication Services 2  
Utilities 2  
Materials 2  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 2  
Mortgage-Backed Securities   21
Agency 16  
Non-Agency 5  
Asset-Backed Securities   5
Other 3  
Credit Card 2  
Short-Term Investment   2
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   -1.47 % 3.51 % 2.74 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   -5.17 2.72 2.35
Class I shares at NAV2   -1.23  3.77  3.01  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   -1.08  3.91  —  3.32  8/1/14
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index   -1.54  3.57  2.90  3.10  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 0.87%, Net 0.70%; Class I shares: Gross 0.57%, Net 0.46%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.46%, Net 0.31%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 3.75% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SSAGX
  Class I: SIGVX
  Class R6: SIGZX
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize current income consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -0.29%, Class I shares at NAV returned -0.13%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 0.12%. For the same period, the Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 0.06%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury
yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. The largest contributor to absolute performance in 2021 was the shift in market expectations for the Fed to begin raising short-term interest rates earlier than previously expected. In that environment, the best-performing securities in the Fund for the fiscal year were those with floating rate coupons, which benefited from the increase in benchmark Treasury rates. The weakest performers were fixed-rate mortgage-backed securities (MBS) (10- and 15-year) and 7/1 Hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs).
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
U.S. Government Securities: U.S. government securities may be subject to price fluctuations. An agency may default on an obligation not backed by the United States. Any guarantee on U.S. government securities does not apply to the value of the Fund’s shares.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues,
recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Mortgage-Backed Securities   92%
Agency 92%  
Short-Term Investment   8
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   -0.29 % — % — % 1.04 % 7/24/18
Class I shares at NAV2   -0.13  1.30  0.96  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   0.12  1.47  —  1.42  8/1/16
Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index   0.06  1.22  0.70  —  3
Fund Expense Ratios4: Class A shares: Gross 0.67%, Net 0.67%; Class I shares: Gross 0.50%, Net 0.42%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.39%, Net 0.27%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share classes may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 The index return is 1.25% since inception of Class A shares and 1.16% since inception of Class R6 shares.
4 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SLTMX
  Class C: SCLFX
  Class I: SLMTX
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize long term total return through a combination of current income and capital appreciation, consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -1.68%, Class C shares at NAV returned -2.40%, and Class I shares at NAV returned -1.57%. For the same period, the Bloomberg U.S. Mortgage Backed Securities Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned -1.04%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury
yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%; and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. Despite the shift in Fed monetary policy to one of less accommodation, mortgage-backed security (MBS) spreads managed to remain relatively tight until the end of the year. However, with supply and demand dynamics shifting rapidly, there were concerns about whether markets will be able to absorb new mortgage origination without additional Fed purchases in 2022. The main contributor to performance in 2021 was the Fund’s underweight of Ginnie Mae (GNMA) 30-year MBS, while the main detractor was the avoidance of 15-year MBS in the Fund.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund (Continued)
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
U.S. Government Securities: U.S. government securities may be subject to price fluctuations. An agency may default on an obligation not backed by the United States. Any guarantee on U.S. government securities does not apply to the value of the Fund’s shares.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues,
recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Mortgage-Backed Securities   86%
Agency 86%  
Short-Term Investment   9
U.S. Government Security   5
Total   100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 -1.68 % 1.84% 1.81%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -3.89 1.37 1.57
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4 -2.40  1.07 1.03
Class I shares at NAV2 -1.57  2.00 2.00
Bloomberg U.S. Mortgage Backed Securities Index -1.04  2.50 2.28
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 1.82%, Net 0.91; Class C shares: Gross 2.06%, Net 1.66%; Class I shares: Gross 1.14%, Net 0.71%.        
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 2.25% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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  Ticker Symbols:
  Class A: SASSX
  Class I: SISSX
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Fund Summary (Unaudited)
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to maximize current income consistent with capital preservation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 0.02% and Class I shares at NAV returned 0.27%. For the same period, the Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 0.06%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s  fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The year 2021 delivered strong growth, higher inflation, a pandemic that persisted far longer than the early year optimism assumed, and risk markets that benefited from the strong tailwinds of fiscal stimulus and monetary policy support. The year began with a reflation theme, that is, seeking to bring the economy back to its long-term trend following a decline, through fiscal or monetary stimulus. Investors were optimistic that a vaccine rollout would usher a fuller reopening of the services economy and finally put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror. There was already additional fiscal stimulus in the pipeline, due to the nearly $1 trillion package passed during the lame duck session of Congress at the end of 2020, following the November election. After the early January 2021 special election in Georgia saw the Democrats take control of Congress, the path to even more stimulus became apparent. Passage of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan was complete before the end of the first quarter.
Expectations for gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 were in the 4% range as the year began, but the
combination of vaccines, more fiscal stimulus, and the economic reopening saw the consensus approach 7% by mid-year. Growth over the first half of the year was 6.5% annualized, but by the end of the second quarter, the Delta variant had arrived, and optimism about the recovery waned as a result. The second quarter also witnessed much higher inflation outcomes, well above the consensus expectation. The combination of fiscal stimulus again in 2021 and supply chains that were unable to recover to pre-pandemic levels due to the persistence of the virus led to a demand/supply imbalance that manifested in additional upward inflation pressure. Headline year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at the end of 2020 was 1.3%, and by June 2021 it reached 5.3%, before ending the year at 7%. The consensus CPI forecast in January 2020 had anticipated only 2% inflation for 2021.
While the COVID variant fears peaked over the summer of 2021, upside inflation surprises persisted, challenging the “transitory” narrative the Federal Reserve (the Fed) had relied on when talking about inflation. The higher inflation outcomes forced the monetary policy outlook to evolve over the course of the year. Each quarter saw modest shifts by the Fed to acknowledge the higher inflation backdrop and the potential for policy to shift to a less accommodative posture as a result. Given that in March of 2021, the Fed was projecting no rate hikes through 2023, and by December six rate hikes were reflected over that same forecast period, with two more interest rate increases expected in 2024, it became clear the multi-decade highs in consumer prices were rapidly changing the path of monetary policy.
The interest rate backdrop over the course of 2021 was uniformly higher, as rates reacted to the growth optimism during the first half of the year and the inflation/monetary policy evolution over the second half of the year. Longer-term Treasury yields (10-year and 30-year) peaked in the first half of 2021 before retracting somewhat during the second half of the year as growth expectations were impaired by fears about the variants. Shorter-term Treasury yields (2-year and 5-year) peaked in the second half of the year as the Fed was forced to pivot in response to the much higher inflation data. Overall, rates moved higher during the year, with benchmark Treasury yields shifting as follows: 2-year, 0.12% to 0.73%; 5-year, 0.36% to 1.26%; 10-year, 0.92% to 1.51%;
and 30-year, 1.65% to 1.90%. Consequently, total returns across the investment grade space were uniformly negative. The only exceptions were some select ultra-short-term strategies that tend to have very low interest rate risk. The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, often referred to as the S&P 500® Index-like benchmark for the domestic bond market, had a -1.54% total return for the year.
The strong tailwinds of additional fiscal support and continued monetary policy accommodation offered a solid backdrop for risk assets – those that tend to display price volatility, such as stocks and high yield bonds – to perform well. Most of the primary investment grade spread sectors (non-governmental fixed income investments) generated positive excess return in 2021. Excess return refers to the difference in return – positive or negative – between an individual security and a comparable risk-free asset, in this case a U.S. Treasury with the same duration (interest rate sensitivity). Investment grade corporate credit generated +1.61% of excess return on the year; the government-related sector earned +0.68% of excess return; and the commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) sector generated +1.05% of excess return; while the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sector was the exception, underperforming with -0.68% of excess return. Most of the excess return was earned over the first half of 2021 as the second half growth slowdown, COVID persistence, and Fed pivot toward less accommodative monetary policy created more headwinds for risk assets during the second half of the year.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2021. As is generally the case, the primary contributor to the Fund’s positive relative performance was asset allocation, largely in the securitized asset sector, and secondarily in the corporate sector. Partially offsetting these positive contributors, the Fund’s allocation to the corporate sub-sectors of energy and banking were modest detractors from relative performance.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Credit & Interest: Debt instruments are subject to various risks, including credit and interest rate risk. The issuer of a debt security may fail to make interest and/or principal payments. Values of debt instruments may rise or fall in response to changes in interest rates, and this risk may be enhanced with longer-term maturities.
Foreign Investing: Investing in foreign securities subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
ABS/MBS: Changes in interest rates can cause both extension and prepayment risks for asset- and mortgage-backed securities. These securities are also subject to risks associated with the non-repayment of underlying collateral, including losses to the Fund.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant
impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Corporate Bonds and Notes   49%
Financials 21%  
Energy 9  
Industrials 5  
Utilities 4  
Communication Services 3  
Consumer Discretionary 3  
Consumer Staples 2  
All other Corporate Bonds and Notes 2  
Mortgage-Backed Securities   25
Non-Agency 18  
Agency 7  
Asset-Backed Securities   18
Other 6  
Student Loan 5  
Credit Card 4  
Automobiles 3  
Short-Term Investment   8
Total   100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   0.02 % — % — % 1.22 % 7/24/18
Class I shares at NAV2   0.27  1.54  1.28  — 
Bloomberg 3-6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index   0.06  1.22  0.70  1.25  3
Fund Expense Ratios4: Class A shares: Gross 0.85%, Net 0.66%; Class I shares: Gross 0.63%, Net 0.41%.            
    
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class A shares.
4 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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Seix Core Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
U.S. Government Securities—46.0%
U.S. Treasury Bonds
2.000%, 8/15/51
$    8,918   $   9,091
U.S. Treasury Notes      
1.750%, 5/31/22     5,945     5,984
1.375%, 6/30/23    14,053    14,220
0.125%, 12/15/23     1,255     1,241
0.375%, 7/15/24       423       418
0.500%, 3/31/25     1,475     1,450
0.250%, 9/30/25     6,035     5,844
0.875%, 6/30/26     2,007     1,975
1.375%, 11/15/31     9,217     9,100
Total U.S. Government Securities
(Identified Cost $49,587)
   49,323
       
 
       
 
Mortgage-Backed Securities—22.3%
Agency—15.8%    
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.      
Pool #G60019
4.500%, 3/1/44
      157       173
Pool #Q35611
4.000%, 9/1/45
      346       374
Pool #V81992
4.000%, 10/1/45
      212       230
Pool #Q42921
3.500%, 9/1/46
      480       511
Pool #Q52135
3.500%, 11/1/47
      677       720
Pool #ZM5226
3.500%, 12/1/47
      437       469
Pool #Q53881
4.500%, 1/1/48
      296       323
Pool #Q61680
4.000%, 2/1/49
      334       361
Pool #QA3079
3.500%, 10/1/49
      221       236
Pool #QA4766
3.500%, 11/1/49
      444       475
Pool #SD0164
3.500%, 12/1/49
      381       407
Pool #QA9935
3.000%, 6/1/50
      187       194
Pool #QC2300
3.000%, 5/1/51
      256       268
Pool #QC2692
3.000%, 6/1/51
      287       300
Pool #QC2749
3.000%, 6/1/51
      418       434
Pool #QC2869
3.000%, 6/1/51
      608       637
Pool #QC4721
3.000%, 7/1/51
      709       743
Pool #QC5404
3.500%, 8/1/51
       99       106
Pool #QC6249
3.500%, 9/1/51
      313       333
Federal National Mortgage Association      
Pool #FM1039
3.500%, 4/1/39
      471       499
Pool #MA2341
4.500%, 6/1/45
       14        15
  Par Value   Value
       
Agency—continued    
Pool #BE5050
4.000%, 9/1/45
$      382   $    420
Pool #BA4799
4.000%, 2/1/46
      141       154
Pool #BJ8599
3.500%, 4/1/48
       76        80
Pool #BK6111
4.000%, 7/1/48
      459       491
Pool #BN4542
4.500%, 2/1/49
       87        93
Pool #BO1345
3.500%, 8/1/49
      315       335
Pool #BO3024
3.500%, 10/1/49
      219       236
Pool #BO5325
3.000%, 11/1/49
      141       146
Pool #BO4386
3.500%, 11/1/49
      231       245
Pool #CA5122
3.000%, 2/1/50
      491       513
Pool #FM3181
4.000%, 4/1/50
      141       154
Pool #BP5431
3.000%, 6/1/50
      100       104
Pool #BP5432
3.000%, 6/1/50
      299       313
Pool #BR9135
3.000%, 5/1/51
      400       417
Pool #FM7290
3.000%, 5/1/51
      723       756
Pool #BT0907
3.000%, 6/1/51
      227       237
Pool #BT1809
3.000%, 6/1/51
    1,148     1,195
Pool #BT2849
3.000%, 6/1/51
      530       555
Pool #BT3321
3.000%, 6/1/51
      280       291
Pool #CB0867
3.500%, 6/1/51
       82        87
Pool #FM7984
3.500%, 6/1/51
      772       815
Pool #BT5686
3.000%, 7/1/51
      491       514
Pool #FM9098
3.000%, 10/1/51
    1,000     1,046
       17,005
       
 
Non-Agency—6.5%    
BB-UBS Trust      
2012-SHOW, A 144A
3.430%, 11/5/36(1)
      200       207
2012-SHOW, B 144A
3.882%, 11/5/36(1)
      605       624
BWAY Mortgage Trust 2013-1515, A2 144A
3.454%, 3/10/33(1)
      100       105
Century Plaza Towers 2019-CPT, B 144A
2.997%, 11/13/39(1)(2)
      635       655
CF Hippolyta LLC      
2020-1, A1 144A
1.690%, 7/15/60(1)
      336       333
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Non-Agency—continued    
2020-1, B1 144A
2.280%, 7/15/60(1)
$      249   $     248
Goldman Sachs Mortgage Securities Corp. II      
2005-ROCK, A 144A
5.366%, 5/3/32(1)
      435       484
2012-BWTR, A 144A
2.954%, 11/5/34(1)
      695       702
Goldman Sachs Mortgage Securities Corp. Trust 2018-HULA, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.920%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.920%) 144A
1.030%, 7/15/25(1)(2)
      166       166
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust 2013-C15, A4
4.096%, 11/15/45
      445       461
MAD Mortgage Trust 2017-330M, A 144A
3.188%, 8/15/34(1)(2)
      260       263
Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust 2014-150E, A 144A
3.912%, 9/9/32(1)
      670       701
One Bryant Park Trust 2019-OBP, A 144A
2.516%, 9/15/54(1)
      360       364
SLG Office Trust 2021-OVA, A 144A
2.585%, 7/15/41(1)
      585       599
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust      
2013-BTC, A 144A
3.544%, 4/16/35(1)
      190       194
2021-SAVE, A (1 month LIBOR + 1.150%, Cap N/A, Floor 1.150%) 144A
1.260%, 2/15/40(1)(2)
      332       332
WFRBS Commercial Mortgage Trust 2012-C10, AS
3.241%, 12/15/45
      505       511
        6,949
       
 
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $23,649)
   23,954
       
 
       
 
Asset-Backed Securities—6.0%
Credit Card—2.2%    
Capital One Multi-Asset Execution Trust 2005-B3, B3 (3 month LIBOR + 0.550%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.550%)
0.674%, 5/15/28(2)
    1,075     1,068
Citibank Credit Card Issuance Trust 2017-A6, A6 (1 month LIBOR + 0.770%)
0.879%, 5/14/29(2)
    1,305     1,326
        2,394
       
 
Other—3.8%    
Arby’s Funding LLC 2020-1A, A2 144A
3.237%, 7/30/50(1)
      257       262
DB Master Finance LLC 2021-1A, A23 144A
2.791%, 11/20/51(1)
      485       484
Five Guys Funding LLC 2017-1A, A2 144A
4.600%, 7/25/47(1)
      357       369
Jersey Mike’s Funding 2019-1A, A2 144A
4.433%, 2/15/50(1)
      680       714
New Economy Assets Phase 1 Sponsor LLC 2021-1, A1 144A
1.910%, 10/20/61(1)(3)
      375       368
Stack Infrastructure Issuer LLC 2021-1A, A2 144A
1.877%, 3/26/46(1)
      440       432
  Par Value   Value
       
Other—continued    
Taco Bell Funding LLC 2021-1A, A23 144A
2.542%, 8/25/51(1)
$      375   $     366
Vantage Data Centers LLC 2020-2A, A2 144A
1.992%, 9/15/45(1)
      675       662
Wendy’s Funding LLC 2018-1A, A2II 144A
3.884%, 3/15/48(1)
      360       374
        4,031
       
 
Total Asset-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $6,380)
    6,425
       
 
       
 
Corporate Bonds and Notes—24.5%
Communication Services—1.8%    
AT&T, Inc.      
2.250%, 2/1/32       325       314
3.300%, 2/1/52       266       261
3.500%, 9/15/53       494       498
Verizon Communications, Inc.
3.400%, 3/22/41
      178       186
ViacomCBS, Inc.      
4.200%, 5/19/32       261       295
4.950%, 5/19/50       261       333
        1,887
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—1.4%    
Hyatt Hotels Corp.
1.800%, 10/1/24
      203       203
Kohl’s Corp.
3.375%, 5/1/31(4)
      341       347
Lear Corp.
3.550%, 1/15/52
      201       199
Marriott International, Inc. Series GG
3.500%, 10/15/32
      402       421
Tapestry, Inc.
3.050%, 3/15/32
      301       303
        1,473
       
 
Consumer Staples—0.9%    
Coca-Cola Co. (The)
1.000%, 3/15/28
      539       518
Mars, Inc. 144A
2.450%, 7/16/50(1)
      436       407
          925
       
 
Energy—2.8%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
4.450%, 7/15/27
      151       165
Continental Resources, Inc. 144A
2.875%, 4/1/32(1)
      379       371
Enterprise Products Operating LLC
4.200%, 1/31/50
      264       296
HollyFrontier Corp.
4.500%, 10/1/30
      492       530
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
1.900%, 8/15/30
      762       724
Plains All American Pipeline LP
3.800%, 9/15/30
      633       661
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—continued    
Williams Cos., Inc. (The)
3.500%, 10/15/51
$      260   $    262
        3,009
       
 
Financials—9.1%    
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC      
3.300%, 1/30/32       229       233
3.850%, 10/29/41       226       235
Avolon Holdings Funding Ltd.      
144A 2.125%, 2/21/26(1)       649       637
144A 4.250%, 4/15/26(1)       272       288
Bank of America Corp.      
2.087%, 6/14/29       296       294
2.572%, 10/20/32       412       414
Chubb INA Holdings, Inc.
1.375%, 9/15/30
      522       492
Daimler Trucks Finance North America LLC 144A
2.500%, 12/14/31(1)
      332       332
General Motors Financial Co., Inc.      
2.750%, 6/20/25       673       695
3.600%, 6/21/30       576       614
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)
1.542%, 9/10/27
      707       693
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)
2.800%, 8/19/29
      296       307
JPMorgan Chase & Co.      
3.207%, 4/1/23       318       320
0.824%, 6/1/25       412       407
1.578%, 4/22/27       158       156
Morgan Stanley      
0.791%, 1/22/25       472       467
1.593%, 5/4/27       657       651
Newcrest Finance Pty Ltd. 144A
4.200%, 5/13/50(1)
      261       296
Old Republic International Corp.
3.850%, 6/11/51
      271       291
State Street Corp.
2.200%, 3/3/31
      484       480
U.S. Bancorp
3.700% (5)
      346       346
United Airlines Pass-Through-Trust 2020-1, A
5.875%, 10/15/27
      593       650
US Bank NA
2.050%, 1/21/25
      500       511
        9,809
       
 
Health Care—1.4%    
AbbVie, Inc.
4.250%, 11/21/49
      460       553
Anthem, Inc.
1.500%, 3/15/26
      680       679
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
4.250%, 10/26/49
      112       139
CommonSpirit Health
4.187%, 10/1/49
      161       187
        1,558
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
Industrials—2.1%    
Boeing Co. (The)      
3.625%, 2/1/31 $      604   $     644
5.805%, 5/1/50       752     1,018
Canadian Pacific Railway Co.
3.100%, 12/2/51
      311       320
Honeywell International, Inc.
1.100%, 3/1/27
      329       320
        2,302
       
 
Information Technology—1.3%    
Dell International LLC 144A
3.450%, 12/15/51(1)
      449       431
HP, Inc. 144A
2.650%, 6/17/31(1)
      438       432
Micron Technology, Inc.
3.477%, 11/1/51
      264       270
Western Digital Corp.
2.850%, 2/1/29
      310       313
        1,446
       
 
Materials—1.6%    
Barrick PD Australia Finance Pty Ltd.
5.950%, 10/15/39
      481       654
LYB International Finance III LLC
3.625%, 4/1/51
      194       205
Newmont Corp.      
2.250%, 10/1/30       417       411
6.250%, 10/1/39       313       437
        1,707
       
 
Real Estate—0.3%    
Tanger Properties LP
2.750%, 9/1/31
      296       287
Utilities—1.8%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
3.400%, 2/15/31
      188       194
Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc.
3.950%, 4/1/50
      246       281
Dominion Energy, Inc. Series C
3.375%, 4/1/30
      415       441
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
2.500%, 2/1/31
      313       298
Southern Co. (The) Series A
3.700%, 4/30/30
      619       673
        1,887
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $25,131)
   26,290
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—98.8%
(Identified Cost $104,747)
  105,992
       
 
       
 
    
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
48


Seix Core Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Short-Term Investment—1.4%
Money Market Mutual Fund—1.4%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(6) 1,442,046   $   1,442
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $1,442)
    1,442
       
 
       
 
Securities Lending Collateral—0.3%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(6)(7)   349,991       350
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $350)
      350
       
 
       
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.5%
(Identified Cost $106,539)
  $107,784
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.5)%      (526)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $107,258
    
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
NA National Association
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $13,202 or 12.3% of net assets.
(2) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(3) The value of this security was determined using significant unobservable inputs and is reported as a Level 3 security in the Fair Value Hierarchy table located after the Schedule of Investments.
(4) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(5) No contractual maturity date.
(6) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(7) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
Assets:              
Debt Securities:              
Asset-Backed Securities $ 6,425   $   $ 6,057   $368
Corporate Bonds and Notes 26,290     26,290  
Mortgage-Backed Securities 23,954     23,954  
U.S. Government Securities 49,323     49,323  
Securities Lending Collateral 350   350    
Money Market Mutual Fund 1,442   1,442    
Total Investments $107,784   $1,792   $105,624   $368
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
Some of the Fund’s investments that were categorized as Level 3 were valued utilizing third party pricing information without adjustment. Such valuations are based on unobservable inputs. A significant change in third party information could result in a significantly lower or higher value of Level 3 investments.
Management has determined that the amount of Level 3 securities compared to total net assets is not material; therefore, the rollforward of Level 3 securities and assumptions are not shown for the period ended December 31, 2021.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
49


Seix Corporate Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes—97.8%
Communication Services—8.2%    
AT&T, Inc.      
2.250%, 2/1/32 $    817   $   790
3.500%, 9/15/53   1,296    1,308
Verizon Communications, Inc.
4.125%, 3/16/27
  1,132    1,258
ViacomCBS, Inc.      
4.200%, 5/19/32     744      839
4.950%, 5/19/50     766      976
       5,171
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—10.9%    
Carnival Corp. 144A
9.875%, 8/1/27(1)
  1,366    1,561
Ford Motor Co.
3.250%, 2/12/32
  1,235    1,265
Hyatt Hotels Corp.
1.800%, 10/1/24
    693      693
Lear Corp.
3.550%, 1/15/52
  1,500    1,484
Marriott International, Inc. Series GG
3.500%, 10/15/32
  1,158    1,213
Tapestry, Inc.
3.050%, 3/15/32
    621      625
       6,841
       
 
Consumer Staples—2.4%    
Mars, Inc. 144A
2.450%, 7/16/50(1)
  1,645    1,536
Energy—14.0%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
4.450%, 7/15/27
    941    1,030
Continental Resources, Inc. 144A
2.875%, 4/1/32(1)
    780      763
Enterprise Products Operating LLC
4.200%, 1/31/50
    676      758
HollyFrontier Corp.
4.500%, 10/1/30
  1,368    1,473
Petroleos Mexicanos 144A
6.700%, 2/16/32(1)
    853      862
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
1.900%, 8/15/30
  1,910    1,814
Plains All American Pipeline LP
3.800%, 9/15/30
  1,312    1,370
Williams Cos., Inc. (The)
3.500%, 10/15/51
    730      737
       8,807
       
 
Financials—34.0%    
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC      
3.300%, 1/30/32     448      456
3.850%, 10/29/41     463      482
Avolon Holdings Funding Ltd. 144A
2.125%, 2/21/26(1)
    617      606
Bank of America Corp.
2.572%, 10/20/32
  1,163    1,169
Daimler Trucks Finance North America LLC      
144A 1.625%, 12/13/24(1)     500      504
  Par Value   Value
       
Financials—continued    
144A 2.500%, 12/14/31(1) $    733   $   733
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC
3.375%, 11/13/25
    900      935
General Motors Financial Co., Inc.      
2.750%, 6/20/25   1,148    1,185
3.600%, 6/21/30     758      808
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)
1.542%, 9/10/27
  1,480    1,450
Hyundai Capital America 144A
2.000%, 6/15/28(1)
  1,112    1,084
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
1.578%, 4/22/27
    679      671
Morgan Stanley      
0.791%, 1/22/25   1,380    1,366
1.593%, 5/4/27   1,348    1,335
Newcrest Finance Pty Ltd. 144A
4.200%, 5/13/50(1)
  1,336    1,513
Old Republic International Corp.
3.850%, 6/11/51
  1,422    1,529
OneMain Finance Corp.
4.000%, 9/15/30
    853      839
Pricoa Global Funding I 144A
1.200%, 9/1/26(1)
    653      639
State Street Corp.
2.200%, 3/3/31
    849      842
SVB Financial Group Series D
4.250% (2)
    457      463
U.S. Bancorp
3.700% (2)
    832      832
United Airlines Pass-Through-Trust      
2020-1, A
5.875%, 10/15/27
  1,061    1,163
2020-1, B
4.875%, 1/15/26
    741      771
      21,375
       
 
Health Care—1.0%    
Anthem, Inc.
1.500%, 3/15/26
    621      620
Industrials—5.7%    
Boeing Co. (The)      
3.625%, 2/1/31     946    1,009
5.805%, 5/1/50     793    1,074
Canadian Pacific Railway Co.
3.100%, 12/2/51
    725      745
Honeywell International, Inc.
1.100%, 3/1/27
    764      742
       3,570
       
 
Information Technology—5.0%    
Dell International LLC 144A
3.450%, 12/15/51(1)
  1,063    1,020
HP, Inc. 144A
2.650%, 6/17/31(1)
    781      770
Micron Technology, Inc.
3.477%, 11/1/51
    634      649
See Notes to Financial Statements
50


Seix Corporate Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Western Digital Corp.
2.850%, 2/1/29
$    700   $    707
       3,146
       
 
Materials—5.7%    
Barrick PD Australia Finance Pty Ltd.
5.950%, 10/15/39
    500      680
LYB International Finance III LLC
3.625%, 4/1/51
  1,115    1,180
Newmont Corp.      
2.250%, 10/1/30   1,052    1,037
6.250%, 10/1/39     471      657
       3,554
       
 
Real Estate—2.6%    
Tanger Properties LP
2.750%, 9/1/31
  1,647    1,599
Utilities—8.3%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
3.400%, 2/15/31
    887      916
Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc.
3.950%, 4/1/50
    648      740
Dominion Energy, Inc. Series C
3.375%, 4/1/30
  1,472    1,562
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
2.500%, 2/1/31
  1,071    1,020
Southern Co. (The)
2.950%, 7/1/23
    945      968
       5,206
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $59,943)
  61,425
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—97.8%
(Identified Cost $59,943)
  61,425
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—1.5%
Money Market Mutual Fund—1.5%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 919,081    919
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $919)
   919
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.3%
(Identified Cost $60,862)
$62,344
Other assets and liabilities, net—0.7%    463
NET ASSETS—100.0% $62,807
Abbreviations:
CDX.NA.HY Credit Default Swap North American High Yield
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $11,591 or 18.5% of net assets.
(2) No contractual maturity date.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Counterparties:  
ICE Intercontinental Exchange
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 89%
Australia 4
Panama 3
Ireland 1
Mexico 1
Canada 1
Cayman Islands 1
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
51


Seix Corporate Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
Centrally cleared credit default swap - buy protection(1) outstanding as of December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Reference Entity Payment
Frequency
Counterparty Fixed
Rate
Expiration
Date
Notional
Amount(2)
Value   Premiums
Paid
(Received)
  Unrealized
Appreciation
  Unrealized
(Depreciation)
CDX.NA.HY.37 Quarterly ICE 5.000% 12/20/26 $(4,250)  $ (398)   $ (388)   $ —    $ (10)
Total $ (398)    $ (388)    $—    $ (10)
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) If the Fund is a buyer of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement, the Fund will either: (i) receive from the seller of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and deliver the referenced obligation or underlying investments comprising the referenced index; or (ii) receive a net settlement amount in the form of cash or investments equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation or underlying investments comprising the referenced index.
(2) The maximum potential amount the Fund could be required to pay as a seller of credit protection or receive as a buyer of credit protection if a credit event occurs as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Corporate Bonds and Notes $61,425   $   $61,425
Money Market Mutual Fund 919   919  
Total Assets 62,344   919   61,425
Liabilities:          
Other Financial Instruments:          
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swap (398)     (398)
Total Liabilities (398)     (398)
Total Investments $61,946   $919   $61,027
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
52


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes—3.5%
Communication Services—0.7%    
Allen Media LLC 144A
10.500%, 2/15/28(1)
$      2,000   $    2,087
Audacy Capital Corp. 144A
6.500%, 5/1/27(1)
      1,215       1,202
Diamond Sports Group LLC 144A
5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
      1,500         750
DISH DBS Corp.
7.375%, 7/1/28
      3,000       3,037
Gray Television, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 10/15/30(1)
      2,000       1,988
iHeartCommunications, Inc.
8.375%, 5/1/27
      4,900       5,166
Skillz, Inc. 144A
10.250%, 12/15/26(1)
      1,000         991
Uniti Group LP 144A
4.750%, 4/15/28(1)
      2,000       1,983
         17,204
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—0.6%    
Installed Building Products, Inc. 144A
5.750%, 2/1/28(1)
      4,437       4,614
QVC, Inc.
4.750%, 2/15/27
      3,000       3,085
Signal Parent, Inc. 144A
6.125%, 4/1/29(1)
      3,000       2,663
Winnebago Industries, Inc. 144A
6.250%, 7/15/28(1)
      3,000       3,212
         13,574
       
 
Financials—0.5%    
Altice Financing S.A. 144A
5.000%, 1/15/28(1)
      1,800       1,757
Iliad Holding SASU 144A
6.500%, 10/15/26(1)
      3,000       3,152
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC 144A
5.750%, 11/1/28(1)
      4,826       4,590
New Residential Investment Corp. 144A
6.250%, 10/15/25(1)
      2,000       2,009
Rocket Mortgage LLC 144A
3.875%, 3/1/31(1)
      1,000       1,015
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC 144A
8.500%, 10/15/26(1)
        750         781
         13,304
       
 
Health Care—0.5%    
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. 144A
3.875%, 8/15/28(1)
      6,002       5,761
Encompass Health Corp.
4.500%, 2/1/28
      3,000       3,086
Tenet Healthcare Corp. 144A
6.125%, 10/1/28(1)
      4,000       4,225
         13,072
       
 
Industrials—0.3%    
Griffon Corp.
5.750%, 3/1/28
      2,000       2,077
Icahn Enterprises LP
4.375%, 2/1/29
      2,000       1,950
  Par Value   Value
       
Industrials—continued    
TMS International Corp. 144A
6.250%, 4/15/29(1)
$      3,420   $     3,403
          7,430
       
 
Information Technology—0.7%    
Alliance Data Systems Corp. 144A
4.750%, 12/15/24(1)
      2,000       2,041
ams AG 144A
7.000%, 7/31/25(1)
      3,000       3,181
Austin BidCo, Inc. 144A
7.125%, 12/15/28(1)
      1,950       2,013
Dell International LLC
8.100%, 7/15/36
      1,620       2,465
NCR Corp. 144A
5.125%, 4/15/29(1)
      3,000       3,106
Sensata Technologies B.V. 144A
4.000%, 4/15/29(1)
      3,000       3,064
         15,870
       
 
Materials—0.1%    
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. 144A
6.875%, 10/1/26(1)
      2,500       2,615
Real Estate—0.1%    
Forestar Group, Inc. 144A
3.850%, 5/15/26(1)
      2,000       2,005
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $85,277)
     85,074
       
 
       
 
Leveraged Loans—93.0%
Aerospace—3.7%    
American Airlines, Inc.      
2017, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.110%, 12/15/23(2)
     10,327      10,092
Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 4/20/28(2)
     10,295      10,650
Brown Group Holding LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.000%, 6/7/28(2)
      5,254       5,241
Cobham Ultra US Co. Borrower LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
0.000%, 11/17/28(2)(3)
      4,215       4,198
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 10/20/27(2)
      9,008       9,515
Ducommun, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.104%, 11/21/25(2)
      7,390       7,316
Dynasty Acquisition Co., Inc.      
2020, Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.724%, 4/6/26(2)
      4,474       4,347
2020, Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.724%, 4/6/26(2)
      2,406       2,337
KKR Apple Bidco LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 9/22/28(2)
      3,380       3,366
MB Aerospace Holdings II Corp. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 1/22/25(2)
      3,590       3,339
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Aerospace—continued    
Mileage Plus Holdings, LLC (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
6.250%, 6/21/27(2)
$      9,605   $   10,115
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 1/15/25(2)
      3,869       3,869
TransDigm, Inc. Tranche E (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.354%, 5/30/25(2)
      5,438       5,359
United AirLines, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 4/21/28(2)
      5,657       5,665
WP CPP Holdings LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 4/30/25(2)
      4,554       4,353
         89,762
       
 
Chemicals—4.5%    
Alpha 3 B.V. (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 3/18/28(2)
      6,920       6,903
ARC Falcon I, Inc.      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 9/30/28(2)
      3,927       3,918
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.000%)
7.500%, 9/30/29(2)
      5,000       4,925
Aruba Investments Holdings LLC First Lien (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 11/24/27(2)
      2,645       2,645
Ascend Performance Materials Operations LLC 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 8/27/26(2)
      2,830       2,843
ASP Chromaflo Intermediate Holdings, Inc.      
Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 11/20/23(2)
        764         762
Tranche B-2, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 11/20/23(2)
      1,080       1,077
Blue Tree Holdings, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.720%, 3/4/28(2)
      7,161       7,098
Consolidated Energy Finance S.A. (6 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.657%, 5/7/25(2)
      8,850       8,706
Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies LLC (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 6/9/28(2)
      3,303       3,298
Gemini HDPE LLC 2027 (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 12/31/27(2)
      4,445       4,435
Herens Holdco S.a.r.l. Tranche B (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 7/3/28(2)
      3,509       3,504
Ineos U.S. Finance LLC      
2024 (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.090%, 4/1/24(2)
      1,985       1,973
2028 (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 11/8/28(2)(3)
      6,220       6,184
Ineos U.S. Petrochem LLC 2026, Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 1/29/26(2)
      1,995       1,988
Kraton Corp. (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
0.000%, 11/18/28(2)(3)
      3,035       3,029
  Par Value   Value
       
Chemicals—continued    
LSF11 AS Holdco LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/15/28(2)
$      2,850   $    2,845
Luxembourg Investment Co. 428 Sarl
0.000%, 10/22/28(3)
      3,775       3,756
Manchester Acquisition Sub LLC (3 month Term SOFR + 5.750%)
6.500%, 11/16/26(2)
      3,790       3,657
Meridian Adhesives Group, Inc. (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 7/24/28(2)
      3,805       3,786
Minerals Technologies, Inc. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
3.000%, 2/14/24(2)
      5,741       5,741
Momentive Performance Materials, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.350%, 5/15/24(2)
      3,467       3,461
Oxea Corp. Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.438%, 10/14/24(2)
      1,994       1,976
Sparta U.S. Holdco LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 8/2/28(2)
      2,305       2,306
Starfruit Finco B.V. (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.102%, 10/1/25(2)
      3,767       3,750
Trinseo Materials Operating SCA 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.590%, 5/3/28(2)
      3,418       3,392
Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Inc.      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 10/28/24(2)
      3,345       3,277
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 8.250%)
9.250%, 10/27/25(2)
      7,470       7,252
        108,487
       
 
Consumer Durables—1.0%    
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (3 month Term SOFR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 11/16/28(2)
      3,030       3,026
Madison Safety & Flow LLC      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
0.000%, 12/14/28(2)(3)
      2,200       2,198
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 6.750%)
0.000%, 12/14/29(2)(3)
        845         845
Plantronics, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.604%, 7/2/25(2)
      3,365       3,286
Restoration Hardware, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 10/20/28(2)
      5,085       5,070
Specialty Building Products Holdings LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 10/15/28(2)
      2,515       2,507
Weber-Stephen Products LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 10/30/27(2)
      2,876       2,878
White Cap Buyer LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 10/19/27(2)
      4,520       4,521
         24,331
       
 
 
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Non-Durables—1.5%    
ABG Intermediate Holdings 2 LLC      
2021 (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 9/27/24(2)
$      5,847   $    5,820
Second Lien (3 month Term SOFR + 6.150%)
6.650%, 12/20/29(2)
      1,690       1,690
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 12/10/28(2)(3)
        380         379
Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 1/1/30(2)(3)
         60          59
Tranche B-3 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 12/8/28(2)(3)
         60          59
Albion Acquisitions Ltd. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
0.000%, 7/31/26(2)(3)
      5,045       5,045
Conair Holdings LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 5/17/28(2)
      7,287       7,283
Coty, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.353%, 4/7/25(2)
      4,711       4,646
Diamond BC B.V. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 9/29/28(2)
      3,510       3,494
Energizer Holdings, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 12/22/27(2)
      2,680       2,669
LABL, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
0.000%, 10/30/28(2)(3)
      3,110       3,102
New Trojan Parent, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 1/6/28(2)
      2,383       2,372
         36,618
       
 
Energy—2.0%    
AL NGPL Holdings LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 4/14/28(2)
      3,282       3,298
BCP Raptor II LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
4.854%, 11/3/25(2)
      6,917       6,882
BCP Raptor LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 6/24/24(2)
      7,768       7,750
BCP Renaissance Parent LLC (2 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 10/31/24(2)
      5,204       5,189
Blackbrush Oil & Gas LP PIK Interest Capitalization (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
6.000%, 9/3/25(2)(4)
      4,804       4,804
ChampionX Holding, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
0.000%, 6/3/27(2)(3)
      6,933       7,017
Keane Group Holdings LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.500%, 5/25/25(2)
      2,992       2,962
Medallion Midland Acquisition LP (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 10/18/28(2)
      1,995       1,984
Southwestern Energy Co. (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 6/22/27(2)(3)
      3,800       3,803
Traverse Midstream Partners LLC (3 month Term SOFR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 9/27/24(2)
      3,750       3,729
         47,418
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
Financial—6.7%    
Acrisure LLC      
2020, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.724%, 2/15/27(2)
$      5,833   $    5,761
2021 (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 2/15/27(2)
        695         694
AltiSource Solutions S.a.r.l. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
5.000%, 4/3/24(2)
      3,632       3,323
Aretec Group, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.354%, 10/1/25(2)
     12,648      12,643
Armor Holdco, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 10/29/28(2)
      3,780       3,786
Ascensus Holdings, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 8/2/28(2)(3)
      1,000         995
Asurion LLC      
Tranche B-3, Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
5.354%, 1/31/28(2)
      5,700       5,714
Tranche B-4 (1 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
5.354%, 1/20/29(2)
     12,795      12,734
Tranche B-8 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.354%, 12/23/26(2)
     25,032      24,844
Tranche B-9 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.354%, 7/31/27(2)
      3,722       3,696
Castlelake Aviation One Designated Activity Co. (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 10/22/26(2)
      2,758       2,743
Citadel Securities LP 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.604%, 2/2/28(2)
      7,428       7,376
Claros Mortgage Trust, Inc. Tranche B-1 (3 month Term SOFR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 8/9/26(2)
      1,500       1,504
Ditech Holding Corp. Tranche B (3 month PRIME + 5.000%)
0.000%, 6/30/22(2)(5)
      4,204         820
DRW Holdings LLC First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 3/1/28(2)
      7,385       7,357
First Eagle Holdings, Inc. 2018, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.724%, 2/1/27(2)
      3,855       3,813
HighTower Holding LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 4/21/28(2)
      3,651       3,642
Hudson River Trading LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.104%, 3/20/28(2)
      2,159       2,141
Jane Street Group LLC (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 1/26/28(2)
      9,791       9,707
Mariner Wealth Advisors LLC      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 8/18/28(2)
        146         145
(3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 8/18/28(2)
      2,551       2,535
Mitchell International, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/16/28(2)
      5,865       5,825
Nexus Buyer LLC      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 11/9/26(2)
      3,453       3,434
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
55


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Financial—continued    
Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 6.250%)
6.750%, 11/5/29(2)
$      1,500   $    1,498
OneDigital Borrower LLC 2021, Tranche B (3 month Term SOFR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 11/16/27(2)
      3,725       3,712
Orion Advisor Solutions, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 9/24/27(2)
      6,143       6,149
Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
0.000%, 12/7/28(2)(3)
      3,000       2,980
Russell Investments U.S. Institutional Holdco, Inc. 2025 (6 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 5/30/25(2)
      6,570       6,563
Setanta Aircraft Leasing DAC (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.140%, 11/5/28(2)
      2,940       2,936
Superannuation and Investments U.S. LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 10/31/28(2)
      4,220       4,213
VFH Parent LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.102%, 3/1/26(2)
      5,309       5,292
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. (1 month SOFR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 10/15/28(2)
      2,765       2,758
Zebra Buyer LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 11/1/28(2)
      1,535       1,538
        162,871
       
 
Food / Tobacco—2.4%    
CHG PPC Parent LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 12/8/28(2)
      3,795       3,776
Evergreen AcqCo 1 LP (3 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.250%, 4/26/28(2)
      4,459       4,429
Flynn Restaurant Group LP 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 12/4/28(2)
      4,230       4,173
IRB Holding Corp.      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.250%, 12/15/27(2)
      4,208       4,203
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
0.000%, 2/5/25(2)(3)
      1,995       1,990
MIC Glen LLC      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 7/21/28(2)
      2,495       2,476
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 6.750%)
7.250%, 6/18/29(2)
        830         831
Milk Specialties Co. 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
5.000%, 8/15/25(2)
      4,139       4,138
Primary Products Finance LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
0.000%, 10/25/28(2)(3)
      3,360       3,360
Quirch Foods Holdings LLC 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.500%, 10/27/27(2)
      5,534       5,548
Sycamore Buyer LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
0.000%, 9/24/28(2)(3)
      5,025       4,994
Triton Water Holdings, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 3/31/28(2)
      5,686       5,619
  Par Value   Value
       
Food / Tobacco—continued    
Whole Earth Brands, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.500%, 2/2/28(2)
$      6,962   $    6,910
Woof Holdings, Inc.      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 12/21/27(2)
      4,625       4,625
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.250%)
8.000%, 12/21/28(2)
        500         503
         57,575
       
 
Food and Drug—0.1%    
United Natural Foods, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.350%, 10/22/25(2)(6)
      2,625       2,623
Forest Prod / Containers—2.6%    
Anchor Packaging LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.104%, 7/18/26(2)
      2,769       2,735
Berlin Packaging LLC      
Tranche B-4 (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 3/11/28(2)
      4,824       4,780
Tranche B-5 (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 3/13/28(2)
      1,197       1,195
Domtar Corp.      
(1 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.250%, 11/30/28(2)
      3,865       3,813
(3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
0.000%, 11/30/28(2)(3)
      1,840       1,816
Geon Performance Solutions LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 8/18/28(2)
      3,741       3,768
Graham Packaging Co., Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.750%, 8/4/27(2)
      8,542       8,511
Klockner Pentaplast of America, Inc. Tranche B (6 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.250%, 2/12/26(2)
      2,779       2,698
Mar Bidco S.a.r.l. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 7/7/28(2)
      3,573       3,568
Pregis Topco LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 7/31/26(2)
      6,334       6,295
Proampac PG Borrower LLC 2020-1 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 11/3/25(2)
      2,195       2,195
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 2/9/28(2)
      5,370       5,336
Spa Holdings 3 Oy Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 2/4/28(2)
      2,814       2,814
Sylvamo Corp. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 8/18/28(2)
      3,722       3,736
TricorBraun, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 3/3/28(2)
      6,708       6,654
Trident TPI Holdings, Inc.      
Tranche B-3 (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 9/15/28(2)
        116         116
 
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Forest Prod / Containers—continued    
Tranche B-3 (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 9/15/28(2)
$      2,040   $    2,036
         62,066
       
 
Gaming / Leisure—3.3%    
Ballys Corp. Tranche B (6 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 10/2/28(2)
      3,165       3,164
Caesars Resort Collection LLC      
Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.840%, 12/23/24(2)
      7,954       7,905
Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.604%, 7/21/25(2)
     11,751      11,748
Carnival Corp. 2021, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 10/18/28(2)
      3,185       3,153
Enterprise Development Authority Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 2/28/28(2)
      1,935       1,931
Everi Holdings, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 8/3/28(2)
      3,157       3,149
Golden Nugget, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.250%, 10/4/23(2)
      5,835       5,794
GVC Holdings Gibraltar Ltd. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 3/29/27(2)
      3,301       3,289
Herschend Entertainment Co. LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 8/27/28(2)
      1,661       1,656
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 8/2/28(2)
      3,371       3,374
Jack Ohio Finance LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 10/4/28(2)
      2,515       2,507
Playa Resorts Holding B.V. (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.750%, 4/29/24(2)
      3,921       3,811
Playtika Holding Corp. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 3/13/28(2)
      7,392       7,352
Scientific Games International, Inc. Tranche B-5 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 8/14/24(2)
      4,314       4,296
Stars Group Holdings B.V. 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.382% - 2.474%, 7/21/26(2)
      6,908       6,878
Station Casinos LLC Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.500%, 2/8/27(2)
      6,285       6,226
UFC Holdings LLC Tranche B-3 (6 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.500%, 4/29/26(2)
      2,935       2,919
         79,152
       
 
Health Care—8.8%    
ADMI Corp.      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 12/23/27(2)
      2,693       2,686
  Par Value   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
(2 month LIBOR + 3.125%)
3.875%, 12/23/27(2)
$      1,995   $    1,981
Agiliti Health, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.500%, 1/4/26(2)
      4,106       4,086
AHP Health Partners, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 8/24/28(2)
      8,578       8,573
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.625%, 5/4/25(2)
      7,479       7,395
ASP Navigate Acquisition Corp. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.500%, 10/6/27(2)
      3,797       3,806
AthenaHealth, Inc. Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.400%, 2/11/26(2)
      6,278       6,271
Avantor Funding, Inc. Tranche B-5 (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 11/8/27(2)
      2,769       2,765
Cano Health LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 11/23/27(2)
      4,525       4,518
Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc. Tranche B-3 (1 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.500%, 2/22/28(2)
      1,990       1,990
Change Healthcare Holdings LLC (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.500%, 3/1/24
      9,373       9,363
CHG Healthcare Services, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 9/29/28(2)
      3,132       3,129
Envision Healthcare Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 10/10/25(2)
      6,263       5,021
Gainwell Acquisition Corp. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 10/1/27(2)
      5,668       5,676
Greatbatch Ltd. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 9/2/28(2)
      5,655       5,641
ICON Luxembourg S.a.r.l. (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 7/3/28(2)
      6,388       6,386
ICU Medical, Inc. Tranche B (3 month SOFR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 12/14/28(2)(3)
      3,045       3,047
ImageFirst Holdings LLC (2 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 4/27/28(2)
      2,368       2,359
Insulet Corp. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 4/28/28(2)
      5,529       5,525
LifePoint Health, Inc. Tranche B, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.852%, 11/16/25(2)
     10,994      10,973
LSCS Holdings, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
0.000%, 11/23/28(2)(3)
      3,175       3,173
Mamba Purchaser, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/16/28(2)
      2,510       2,506
MedAssets Software Intermediate Holdings, Inc.      
(6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 11/18/28(2)
      3,175       3,172
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.000%)
0.000%, 11/19/29(2)(3)
      2,115       2,105
 
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
Medical Solutions Holdings, Inc. (6 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 11/1/28(2)
$      2,642   $    2,636
Medline Borrower LP 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 10/23/28(2)
      9,280       9,276
Medrisk, Inc. Tranche B, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 5/10/28(2)
      4,908       4,899
Midwest Physician Administrative Services LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 3/12/28(2)
      5,026       4,990
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.250%, 9/1/28(2)
      6,415       6,251
National Mentor Holdings, Inc.      
First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/2/28(2)
      4,497       4,443
Tranche C, First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/2/28(2)
        134         133
Onex TSG Intermediate Corp. (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 2/28/28(2)
      2,915       2,909
Option Care Health, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 10/27/28(2)
      3,000       2,993
Organon & Co. (6 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 6/2/28(2)
      4,787       4,788
Packaging Coordinators Midco, Inc. Tranche B, First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 11/30/27(2)
      7,103       7,097
PetIQ, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 4/13/28(2)
      4,688       4,653
Phoenix Newco, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 11/15/28(2)
      3,750       3,748
Pluto Acquisition I, Inc. 2021, First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.175%, 6/22/26(2)
      3,303       3,286
PRA Health Sciences, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.500%, 7/3/28(2)
      1,592       1,591
RBP Global Holdings Ltd. (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
6.000%, 6/30/26(2)
      3,890       3,852
RXB Holdings, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 12/20/27(2)
      5,387       5,387
SCP Eye Care Services LLC (6 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 3/16/28(2)
      2,752       2,754
Signify Health LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 6/22/28(2)
      3,027       3,013
Sterigenics-Nordion Holdings LLC (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 12/11/26(2)
      4,125       4,106
Surgery Center Holdings, Inc. 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 8/31/26(2)
      5,561       5,554
Team Health Holdings, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.750%, 2/6/24(2)
      6,992       6,665
  Par Value   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
WP CityMD Bidco LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 12/22/28(2)
$      5,060   $    5,053
        212,224
       
 
Housing—3.5%    
84 Lumber Co. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.750%, 11/13/26(2)
      4,455       4,455
ACProducts Holdings, Inc. (6 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 5/17/28(2)
      5,423       5,341
Brookfield Property REIT, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.604%, 8/27/25(2)
     12,826      12,628
Core & Main LP Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.602%, 7/27/28(2)
      6,830       6,782
CP Iris Holdco I, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/2/28(2)
      2,929       2,922
Cushman & Wakefield U.S. Borrower LLC (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.840%, 8/21/25(2)
     11,095      11,009
Empire Today LLC
0.000%, 4/3/28
      3,139       3,084
Foundation Building Materials, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 1/31/28(2)
      5,457       5,415
Hunter Fan Co. (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 5/8/28(2)
      3,357       3,357
Installed Building Products, Inc. (3 month PRIME + 3.250%)
6.500%, 12/8/28(2)
      3,000       3,000
LBM Acquisition LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 12/17/27(2)
      6,347       6,284
Osmose Utilities Services, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 6/23/28(2)
      5,167       5,133
Quikrete Holdings, Inc. Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
0.000%, 6/11/28(2)(3)
      3,610       3,600
Snap One Holdings Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 11/23/28(2)
      6,350       6,310
Standard Industries, Inc. Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 9/22/28(2)
      3,204       3,206
VC GB Holdings I Corp.      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 7/21/28(2)
      1,665       1,650
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 6.750%)
7.250%, 7/23/29(2)
      1,250       1,237
         85,413
       
 
Information Technology—15.3%    
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 9/30/27(2)
        374         373
 
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58


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Altar Bidco, Inc.      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.350%)
0.000%, 11/17/28(2)(3)
$      3,795   $    3,781
Tranche 2 (3 month LIBOR + 0.000%)
0.000%, 11/16/29(2)(3)
      2,950       2,954
Apttus Corporation (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 5/8/28(2)
      3,102       3,105
AQA Acquisition Holding, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 3/3/28(2)
      3,895       3,892
ASP T3 Acquisition Co. LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 10/8/28(2)
      3,770       3,742
Astra Acquisition Corp. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
5.750%, 10/25/28(2)
      6,505       6,370
Atlas Purchaser, Inc.      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
6.000%, 5/8/28(2)
      4,931       4,832
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 9.000%)
9.750%, 5/7/29(2)
        825         811
Avaya, Inc. Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.360%, 12/15/27(2)
      7,148       7,162
Barracuda Networks, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 2/12/25(2)
      4,062       4,072
Brave Parent Holdings, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.104%, 4/18/25(2)
      4,184       4,172
Brooks Automation, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.630%, 10/4/24(2)
      2,229       2,221
Castle U.S. Holding Corp.      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.974%, 1/29/27(2)
        797         788
Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 1/29/27(2)
      3,975       3,960
CCC Intelligent Solutions, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 9/21/28(2)
      3,935       3,929
Cloudera, Inc.      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/8/28(2)
      3,750       3,736
Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 6.000%)
6.500%, 10/8/29(2)
      2,000       1,995
ConnectWise LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 9/29/28(2)
      5,445       5,427
ConvergeOne Holdings, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.104%, 1/4/26(2)
      6,744       6,593
CoreLogic, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 6/2/28(2)
      7,172       7,158
Cornerstone OnDemand, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/16/28(2)
      3,770       3,755
Creation Technologies, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.000%, 10/5/28(2)
      3,550       3,515
DCert Buyer, Inc.      
First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.104%, 10/16/26(2)
      2,070       2,065
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 7.000%)
7.104%, 2/19/29(2)
$      3,625   $    3,625
Digi International, Inc.
0.000%, 11/1/28
      3,805       3,762
E2Open LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 2/4/28(2)
      4,505       4,505
Endurance International Group Holdings, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 2/10/28(2)
      5,815       5,760
Ensono LP First Lien (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 5/26/28(2)
      3,586       3,577
EP Purchaser LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 11/6/28(2)(3)
      3,695       3,694
Gigamon, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 12/27/24(2)
      6,960       6,956
Greeneden U.S. Holdings II LLC Tranche B-4 (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 12/1/27(2)
      5,240       5,256
IDERA, Inc. First Lien (6 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/2/28(2)
      3,917       3,911
Ivanti Software, Inc.      
(3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 12/1/27(2)
      2,660       2,644
Tranche B, First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 12/1/27(2)
      3,075       3,076
LI Group Holdings, Inc. 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/11/28(2)
      3,168       3,169
LogMeIn, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
4.839%, 8/31/27(2)
      8,758       8,701
MA Financeco LLC      
Tranche B-3 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 6/21/24(2)
        911         902
Tranche B-4 (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 6/5/25(2)
      6,636       6,723
Magenta Buyer LLC      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 7/27/28(2)
      6,653       6,630
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 8.250%)
9.000%, 7/27/29(2)
      2,540       2,517
Magnite, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 4/28/28(2)
      4,208       4,177
Mavenir Systems, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.250%, 8/18/28(2)
      7,500       7,478
Maverick Bidco, Inc. First Lien (2 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 5/18/28(2)
      2,885       2,882
MaxLinear, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 6/23/28(2)
      5,745       5,716
McAfee LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.852%, 9/30/24(2)
      6,250       6,254
MeridianLink, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 11/10/28(2)
      4,540       4,532
Mermaid Bidco, Inc. Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 12/22/27(2)
      6,058       6,058
MKS Instruments, Inc.      
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
0.000%, 10/20/28(2)(3)
     12,061      12,027
Tranche B-6 (1 month LIBOR + 1.750%)
1.840%, 2/2/26(2)
      1,953       1,947
 
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Motus Operations LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 11/3/28(2)
$      3,250   $    3,240
N-able International Holdings II LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 7/19/28(2)
      2,259       2,247
Oceankey U.S. II Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 12/15/28(2)
      2,110       2,099
Orchid Finco LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
0.000%, 11/13/28(2)(3)
      4,700       4,465
Ping Identity Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 11/22/28(2)
      3,795       3,795
Planview Parent, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 12/17/27(2)
      3,524       3,523
Polaris Newco LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 6/2/28(2)
      3,840       3,837
Project Ruby Ultimate Parent Corp. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 3/10/28(2)
      6,613       6,602
Proofpoint, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 8/31/28(2)
      4,240       4,219
Quest Software U.S. Holdings, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.379%, 5/16/25(2)
      2,673       2,668
Rackspace Technology Global, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.500%, 2/15/28(2)
      7,692       7,628
RealPage, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 4/24/28(2)
      6,544       6,520
Red Planet Borrower LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/2/28(2)
      4,259       4,232
Redstone Holdco 2 LP      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 4/27/28(2)
      2,993       2,851
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.750%)
8.500%, 4/27/29(2)
      2,340       2,149
Renaissance Holding Corp. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.340% - 3.354%, 5/30/25(2)
      4,565       4,517
Seattle Escrow Borrower LLC (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 6/21/24(2)
      6,151       6,093
Sitel Worldwide Corp. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 8/28/28(2)
      6,698       6,691
Skillsoft Finance II, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 7/14/28(2)
      2,080       2,083
SolarWinds Holdings, Inc. 2018 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 2/5/24(2)
      6,631       6,529
Sovos Compliance LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 8/11/28(2)
      2,136       2,140
Surf Holdings S.a.r.l First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.690%, 3/5/27(2)
      5,630       5,580
Symplr Software, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 12/22/27(2)
      2,695       2,695
Synaptics, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
0.000%, 12/2/28(2)(3)
      2,678       2,672
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Taboola, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 9/1/28(2)
$      4,374   $    4,330
Tenable, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 7/7/28(2)
      2,665       2,652
TIBCO Software, Inc. Tranche B-3 (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.860%, 6/30/26(2)
        843         836
Turing Midco LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 3/24/28(2)
      2,199       2,193
UKG, Inc.      
2021, Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
5.750%, 5/3/27(2)
        675         676
2021-2, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 5/4/26(2)
     14,401      14,315
Ultimate Software Group, Inc. (The) First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
0.000%, 5/4/26(2)(3)
      2,992       2,981
Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.840%, 8/27/25(2)
      8,188       8,191
Valkyr Purchaser LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 11/5/27(2)
      4,203       4,192
Virtusa Corp. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 2/11/28(2)
      5,046       5,058
Voyage Australia Pty Ltd. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 7/20/28(2)
      2,643       2,641
Xperi Holding Corp. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.604%, 6/8/28(2)
      6,464       6,446
        370,473
       
 
Manufacturing—3.2%    
Ali Group SRL Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 10/13/28(2)(3)
      3,770       3,744
Alliance Laundry Systems LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 10/8/27(2)
      3,564       3,562
Alltech, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 10/13/28(2)
      2,935       2,935
American Trailer World Corp. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/3/28(2)
      5,443       5,416
Apex Group Treasury LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 7/27/28(2)
      3,776       3,766
Bright Bidco B.V. 2018, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 6/30/24(2)
      4,092       3,146
Canada Goose, Inc. 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 10/7/27(2)
      4,027       4,029
Gates Global LLC Tranche B-3 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.250%, 3/31/27(2)
      3,581       3,572
Granite U.S. Holdings Corp. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.132%, 9/30/26(2)
      2,265       2,263
Grinding Media, Inc.
0.000%, 10/12/28
      3,560       3,551
 
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Manufacturing—continued    
Hyperion Materials & Technologies, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 8/30/28(2)
$      2,320   $    2,321
II-VI, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
0.000%, 12/8/28(2)(3)
      4,645       4,633
Madison IAQ LLC (6 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 6/21/28(2)
      3,782       3,776
Ozark Holdings LLC 2020 (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 12/16/27(2)
      2,854       2,849
Pelican Products, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
0.000%, 11/16/28(2)(3)
      4,125       4,104
Plaskolite PPC Intermediate II LLC 2021-1 (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 12/15/25(2)
      2,412       2,381
Tenneco, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.104%, 10/1/25(2)
      7,619       7,496
Truck Hero, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 1/31/28(2)
      3,426       3,404
VM Consolidated, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.417%, 3/24/28(2)
      5,226       5,208
WireCo WorldGroup, Inc. (6 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 11/13/28(2)
      3,445       3,439
Zurn LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 9/15/28(2)
      2,505       2,504
         78,099
       
 
Media / Telecom - Broadcasting—1.4%    
Diamond Sports Group LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.360%, 8/24/26(2)
      2,607       1,201
Gogo Intermediate Holdings LLC (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 4/30/28(2)
      2,622       2,620
Gray Television, Inc. Tranche C (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.599%, 1/2/26(2)
      6,986       6,925
Hubbard Radio LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 3/28/25(2)
      2,292       2,298
iHeartCommunications, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.25%)
3.750%, 5/1/26(2)(6)
      2,468       2,466
LCPR Loan Financing LLC 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.860%, 10/16/28(2)
      5,325       5,345
Terrier Media Buyer, Inc. 2021, Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.604%, 12/17/26(2)
      4,987       4,961
Univision Communications, Inc. 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 3/15/26(2)
      7,234       7,241
         33,057
       
 
Media / Telecom - Cable/Wireless Video—4.0%    
Atlantic Broadband Finance LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 9/1/28(2)
      7,213       7,175
  Par Value   Value
       
Media / Telecom - Cable/Wireless Video—continued    
Charter Communications Operating LLC Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 1.750%)
1.850%, 2/1/27(2)
$      6,556   $    6,489
Coral-U.S. Co-Borrower LLC Tranche B-5 (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.339%, 1/31/28(2)
      5,705       5,629
CSC Holdings LLC      
2017 (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.340%, 7/17/25(2)
      7,701       7,576
2019 (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.610%, 4/15/27(2)
      3,186       3,143
DIRECTV Financing LLC (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 8/2/27(2)
     10,655      10,658
Intelsat Jackson Holdings S.A. Tranche B-3 (3 month PRIME + 4.750%)
8.000%, 11/27/23(2)(7)
     16,345      16,297
Radiate Holdco LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 9/25/26(2)
      7,838       7,806
Telenet Financing USD LLC Tranche AR (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.110%, 4/28/28(2)
      9,935       9,748
Virgin Media Bristol LLC Tranche N (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.610%, 1/31/28(2)
     11,730      11,615
WideOpenWest Finance LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 12/8/28(2)
      2,955       2,950
Ziggo Financing Partnership Tranche I (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.610%, 4/28/28(2)
      6,740       6,661
         95,747
       
 
Media / Telecom - Diversified Media—4.1%    
Allen Media LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
5.632%, 2/10/27(2)
      5,368       5,357
Alpha Topco Ltd. 2018, Tranche B-3 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.500%, 2/1/24(2)
      5,527       5,518
Applovin Corp.      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 10/25/28(2)
      2,514       2,507
(1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.354%, 8/15/25(2)
      3,859       3,847
Arches Buyer, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 12/6/27(2)
      2,673       2,651
Constant Contact, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 2/10/28(2)
      4,651       4,645
Deluxe Entertainment Services Group, Inc., PIK Interest Capitalization Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 8.500%)
9.500%, 9/25/24(2)(5)(6)(8)
      4,259          —
Digital Media Solutions LLC (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 5/25/26(2)
      2,801       2,773
E.W. Scripps Co. (The) Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 2.563%)
3.313%, 5/1/26(2)
      3,615       3,605
 
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61


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Media / Telecom - Diversified Media—continued    
Electronics For Imaging, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.104%, 7/23/26(2)
$      4,992   $    4,868
Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.354%, 3/24/25(2)
     11,095      10,989
McGraw-Hill Education, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.250%, 7/28/28(2)
      5,421       5,391
MH Sub I LLC      
2020 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 9/13/24(2)
      4,196       4,201
First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.604%, 9/13/24(2)
      9,385       9,331
Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 6.250%)
6.352%, 2/23/29(2)
      2,565       2,577
Nielsen Consumer, Inc. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 3/6/28(2)
      3,976       3,969
RR Donnelley & Sons Co. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.104%, 1/15/24(2)
      2,387       2,372
Trader Interactive LLC (6 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 7/28/28(2)
      2,500       2,487
Vericast Corp. 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 7.750%)
8.750%, 6/16/26(2)
      5,085       4,601
William Morris Endeavor Entertainment LLC Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.850% - 2.860%, 5/18/25(2)
     16,985      16,598
         98,287
       
 
Media / Telecom - Telecommunications—4.4%    
Altice Financing S.A.      
2017 (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.874%, 7/15/25(2)
      6,611       6,521
2017 (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.874%, 1/31/26(2)
     13,071      12,915
AP Core Holdings II LLC Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.250%, 9/1/27(2)
      7,800       7,807
CenturyLink, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.354%, 3/15/27(2)
      7,458       7,367
Cincinnati Bell, Inc. Tranche B-2 (3 month Term SOFR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 11/17/28(2)
      3,375       3,371
Connect U.S. Finco LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.500%, 12/11/26(2)
      8,479       8,474
Consolidated Communications, Inc. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 10/2/27(2)
      2,499       2,493
Frontier Communications Co. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 5/1/28(2)
      3,723       3,716
Level 3 Financing, Inc. 2027, Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 1.750%)
1.854%, 3/1/27(2)
      5,845       5,765
MetroNet Systems Holdings LLC 2021, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 6/2/28(2)
      4,629       4,625
  Par Value   Value
       
Media / Telecom - Telecommunications—continued    
Numericable U.S. LLC      
Tranche B-12 (3 month LIBOR + 3.688%)
3.811%, 1/31/26(2)
$     14,153   $   14,015
Tranche B-13 (2 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.118%, 8/14/26(2)
     16,698      16,597
Xplornet Communications, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 10/2/28(2)
      4,179       4,171
Zacapa LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
4.724%, 7/2/25(2)
      7,932       7,928
        105,765
       
 
Media / Telecom - Wireless Communications—0.9%    
CCI Buyer, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 12/17/27(2)
      6,253       6,253
Commscope, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.354%, 4/6/26(2)
      2,528       2,493
Crown Subsea Communications Holding, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 4/27/27(2)
      3,366       3,377
Iridium Satellite LLC Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.250%, 11/4/26(2)
      2,519       2,517
Orbcomm, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 6/19/28(2)
      3,292       3,286
Venga Finance Sarl (1 month LIBOR + 5.50%)
0.000%, 11/5/28(2)(3)
      4,750       4,646
         22,572
       
 
Metals / Minerals—0.7%    
AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group NV (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 11/30/28(2)
      2,705       2,678
Atkore International, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.500%, 5/26/28(2)
      3,422       3,416
Consol Energy, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
4.600%, 9/27/24(2)
      5,492       5,325
Oxbow Carbon LLC Tranche B, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 10/17/25(2)
      3,656       3,654
TMS International Corp. Tranche B-3 (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.750%, 8/14/24(2)
      2,709       2,709
         17,782
       
 
Retail—2.7%    
Academy Ltd. (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 11/5/27(2)
      5,526       5,533
Ascena Retail Group, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 0.750%)
0.750% - 1.500%, 8/21/22(2)(5)
      2,496           9
Belk, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.500%)
8.500%, 7/31/25(2)
      4,375       4,351
Belk, Inc., PIK Interest Capitalization Second Lien
0.000%, 7/31/25(9)
      7,216       5,256
Birkenstock U.S. Bidco, Inc. Tranche B (6 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 4/28/28(2)
      4,094       4,079
 
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Retail—continued    
CNT Holdings I Corp. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 11/8/27(2)
$      2,378   $    2,378
CWGS Group LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.250%, 6/3/28(2)
      6,454       6,397
DEI Sales Inc First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.250%, 4/28/28(2)
      4,148       4,137
Great Outdoors Group LLC Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 3/6/28(2)
      4,710       4,711
J.C. Penney Corp., Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 5.25%)
0.000%, 6/23/23(2)(3)(5)(6)
      3,733           4
Jo-Ann Stores LLC Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 7/7/28(2)
      4,383       4,331
Petco Health and Wellness Co., Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 3/3/28(2)
      6,451       6,437
PetsMart LLC Tranche B-9 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 2/11/28(2)
      4,778       4,781
Rent-A-Center, Inc. Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 2/17/28(2)
      5,686       5,669
Rising Tide Holdings, Inc.      
First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 6/1/28(2)
      2,060       2,052
Second Lien (1 month LIBOR + 8.250%)
9.000%, 6/1/29(2)
      1,655       1,626
Tory Burch LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 4/16/28(2)
      2,801       2,794
         64,545
       
 
Service—10.1%    
Adtalem Global Education, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 8/12/28(2)
     10,605      10,620
All-Star Bidco AB (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
0.000%, 11/16/28(2)(3)
      1,690       1,692
American Public Education, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 5.500%)
6.250%, 3/29/27(2)
      3,170       3,130
American Residential Services LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 10/15/27(2)
      2,168       2,165
APX Group, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 7/10/28(2)
      8,060       8,037
Ascend Learning LLC      
(1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 12/11/28(2)
      3,920       3,911
(1 month LIBOR + 5.750%)
6.250%, 11/16/29(2)
      2,110       2,114
ASP Dream Acquisition Co. LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 11/22/28(2)
      4,225       4,204
Belfor Holdings, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.840%, 4/6/26(2)
      4,466       4,466
  Par Value   Value
       
Service—continued    
Camelot U.S. Acquisition I Co. (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
4.000%, 10/30/26(2)
$      5,059   $    5,051
Conduent Business Services LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 10/16/28(2)
      3,520       3,513
Conservice Midco LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.474%, 5/13/27(2)
      3,506       3,496
DG Investment Intermediate Holdings 2, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
0.000%, 3/31/28(2)(3)
      3,236       3,232
Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The) Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.352%, 2/6/26(2)
      3,208       3,193
EAB Global, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 8/16/28(2)
      2,500       2,484
Employbridge Holding Co. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 7/19/28(2)
      5,985       5,928
EverCommerce Solutions, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 7/6/28(2)
      5,122       5,101
First Student Bidco, Inc.      
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 7/13/28(2)
      4,722       4,700
Tranche C (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 7/21/28(2)
      1,743       1,735
Foundational Education Group, Inc.      
(6 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
4.750%, 8/31/28(2)
      2,962       2,962
(6 month LIBOR + 6.500%)
7.000%, 8/19/29(2)
        830         826
GFL Environmental, Inc. 2020 (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 5/30/25(2)
      3,165       3,172
GI Consilio Parent LLC First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 4/30/28(2)
      4,733       4,700
Gopher Resource LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.250%, 3/6/25(2)
      4,081       3,809
Grab Holdings, Inc. (6 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.500%, 1/29/26(2)
      4,367       4,372
Harsco Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
2.750%, 3/10/28(2)
      5,005       4,978
Holding Socotec Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 6/30/28(2)
      3,305       3,293
Inmar, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
5.000%, 5/1/24(2)
      3,863       3,855
Instructure Holdings, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 10/30/28(2)
      2,935       2,920
Lakeland Tours LLC PIK Interest Capitalization First Lien
13.250%, 9/25/27(8)
         91          61
Lakeshore Learning Materials (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.000%, 9/29/28(2)
      2,510       2,499
Maximus, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.500%, 5/28/28(2)
      2,557       2,549
 
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Service—continued    
MHI Holdings LLC First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.104%, 9/21/26(2)
$      6,091   $    6,089
Michael Baker International LLC (1 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 12/1/28(2)
      2,730       2,744
Mister Car Wash Holdings, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
0.000%, 5/14/26(2)(3)
      1,690       1,679
NAB Holdings LLC Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 11/23/28(2)
      3,035       3,016
National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance Co. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.632%, 5/23/25(2)
      2,904       2,883
Nuvei Technologies Corp. (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 9/29/25(2)
      2,811       2,755
Oravel Stays Singapore Pte Ltd (3 month LIBOR + 8.250%)
9.000%, 6/23/26(2)
      1,656       1,718
PAE, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 10/19/27(2)
      5,202       5,204
Paysafe Holdings U.S. Corp. Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 6/28/28(2)
      5,687       5,515
Peraton Corp. Tranche B, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.500%, 2/1/28(2)
     11,270      11,266
Pitney Bowes, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.110%, 3/17/28(2)
      2,923       2,921
PODS LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.750%, 3/31/28(2)
      3,146       3,133
Prime Security Services Borrower LLC 2021, Tranche B-1 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.500%, 9/23/26(2)
      5,530       5,521
Priority Holdings LLC (3 month LIBOR + 5.750%)
6.750%, 4/27/27(2)
      5,532       5,422
Red Ventures LLC      
Tranche B-2 (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
2.604%, 11/8/24(2)
      1,530       1,518
Tranche B-3, First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 11/8/24(2)
      2,554       2,549
Refficiency Holdings LLC 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
4.000%, 12/16/27(2)
      3,987       3,979
Shutterfly LLC 2021, Tranche B, First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 5.000%)
5.750%, 9/25/26(2)
      3,302       3,260
Signal Parent, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 4/3/28(2)
      4,318       4,189
Spin Holdco, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 3/6/28(2)
      3,518       3,527
St. George’s University Scholastic Services LLC      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.350%, 7/17/25(2)
      2,470       2,458
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
0.000%, 6/29/28(2)(3)
      3,120       3,104
Summer BC Bidco B LLC Tranche B-2 (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 12/4/26(2)
      3,940       3,934
  Par Value   Value
       
Service—continued    
Titan U.S. Finco LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.500%, 10/18/28(2)
$      2,983   $    2,971
Trans Union LLC 2021, Tranche B-6 (3 month LIBOR + 2.250%)
0.000%, 12/1/28(2)(3)
      3,710       3,698
TRC Cos., Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
0.000%, 12/9/28(2)(3)
      3,260       3,241
TTF Holdings LLC (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
5.000%, 3/31/28(2)
      4,451       4,451
United Talent Agency LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 1/20/28(2)
      2,953       2,938
UST Global, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 11/2/28(2)
      4,200       4,179
Webhelp US LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
0.000%, 8/4/28(2)(3)
      4,578       4,556
Weld North Education LLC 2021 (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 12/21/27(2)
      2,970       2,968
WIN Waste Innovations Holdings, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 3/24/28(2)
      3,898       3,887
Zoominfo LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.104%, 2/2/26(2)
      4,486       4,492
        244,533
       
 
Transportation - Automotive—2.4%    
Adient U.S. LLC Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
3.590%, 4/10/28(2)
      5,751       5,745
Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc. Tranche B (6 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.000%, 4/6/28(2)
      8,627       8,634
Clarios Global LP First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.354%, 4/30/26(2)
      2,621       2,604
DexKo Global, Inc.      
(3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/4/28(2)
        478         476
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 10/4/28(2)
      3,868       3,849
Driven Holdings LLC (12 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.517%, 11/17/28(2)
      4,130       4,120
ENC Parent Corp. (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 8/21/28(2)
      3,605       3,582
ILPEA Parent, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 6/22/28(2)
      3,318       3,301
PAI Holdco, Inc. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 10/28/27(2)
      3,372       3,364
RC Buyer, Inc.      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 7/28/28(2)
      2,494       2,486
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 6.500%)
7.250%, 7/30/29(2)
      1,250       1,247
RVR Dealership Holdings LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 2/8/28(2)
      4,965       4,950
 
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Transportation - Automotive—continued    
Superior Industries International, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.104%, 5/22/24(2)
$      7,319   $    7,282
TI Group Automotive Systems LLC 2021, Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 12/16/26(2)
      2,196       2,189
Wheel Pros, Inc. First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 5/11/28(2)
      3,852       3,842
         57,671
       
 
Transportation - Land Transportation—1.4%    
Daseke Cos., Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 4.000%)
4.750%, 3/9/28(2)
      7,940       7,920
Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.250%, 11/3/28(2)
      2,730       2,716
LaserShip, Inc.      
First Lien (6 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 5/8/28(2)
      7,646       7,646
Second Lien (3 month LIBOR + 7.500%)
8.250%, 4/30/29(2)
      3,135       3,149
Pilot Travel Centers LLC Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.090%, 8/4/28(2)
      6,619       6,574
Savage Enterprises LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%)
3.750%, 9/15/28(2)
      5,027       5,017
         33,022
       
 
Transportation - Shipping—0.3%    
Carriage Purchaser, Inc. Tranche B (1 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 10/2/28(2)
      4,738       4,738
WWEX Uni Topco Holdings LLC      
First Lien (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.000%, 7/26/28(2)
      1,920       1,924
Second Lien (6 month LIBOR + 7.000%)
7.750%, 7/26/29(2)
        400         400
          7,062
       
 
Utility—2.0%    
Brookfield WEC Holdings, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
3.250%, 8/1/25(2)
      9,565       9,484
Calpine Corp. Tranche B-10 (1 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.104%, 8/12/26(2)
      1,564       1,543
Centuri Group, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.000%, 8/27/28(2)
      4,605       4,594
Clean Harbors, Inc. 2021 (1 month LIBOR + 2.000%)
2.104%, 10/8/28(2)
      2,300       2,296
Covanta Holding Corp.      
Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 11/17/28(2)(3)
      2,326       2,327
Tranche C (3 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
0.000%, 11/30/28(2)(3)
        174         174
  Par Value   Value
       
Utility—continued    
Eastern Power LLC Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 10/2/25(2)
$      8,248   $     6,344
Generation Bridge Acquisition LLC      
Tranche B (3 month PRIME + 5.000%)
5.750%, 12/1/28(2)
      2,689       2,696
Tranche C (3 month PRIME + 5.000%)
5.750%, 12/1/28(2)
         56          56
Granite Generation LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 11/9/26(2)
      6,935       6,826
Invenergy Thermal Operating I LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.104%, 8/28/25(2)
      3,513       3,461
Longview Power LLC
0.000%, 7/30/25
      1,525       1,525
PG&E Corp. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 6/23/25(2)
      2,509       2,478
Talen Energy Supply LLC (1 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
3.854%, 7/8/26(2)
      4,898       4,330
         48,134
       
 
Total Leveraged Loans
(Identified Cost $2,256,664)
  2,245,289
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Preferred Stock—0.3%
Energy—0.3%  
Blackbrush Oil & Gas PIK, 0.000%(6)(8)      14,242     6,165
Total Preferred Stock
(Identified Cost $4,137)
    6,165
     
 
     
 
Common Stocks—0.6%
Communication Services—0.0%  
Desg Holdings, Inc.(6)     475,758        —
Consumer Discretionary—0.0%  
Belk, Inc.(6)       1,562        30
Earnout Trust Certificates(6)       2,376        29
JCPenney Propco(6)      17,816       410
Wayne Services Legacy, Inc. (6)       2,073        —
          469
     
 
Energy—0.3%  
Blackbrush Oil & Gas(6)     437,150        —
FTS International, Inc. Class A(10)     186,928     4,907
Summit Midstream Partners LP(10)     108,293     2,404
Sunshine Oil & Gas, Inc.(6)     120,539        60
        7,371
     
 
Financials—0.2%  
TRU Topco Units(6)       1,866     5,652
Information Technology—0.0%  
Internap Holding LLC(6)     681,392       102
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
65


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
       
Real Estate—0.0%    
Hill Street Properties(6)      85,002   $       432
Utilities—0.1%    
Longview Intermediate Holdings LLC(6)     350,306         963
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $18,230)
     14,989
       
 
       
 
Rights—0.0%
Utilities—0.0%    
Vistra Energy Corp.(6)(10)     410,667         542
Total Rights
(Identified Cost $554)
        542
       
 
       
 
Warrant—0.0%
Real Estate—0.0%    
Hill Street Properties(10)     144,733          —
Total Warrant
(Identified Cost $1)
         —
       
 
       
 
    
  Par Value  
Convertible Bonds and Notes—0.2%
Communication Services—0.2%  
Liberty Interactive LLC
4.000%, 11/15/29
$      8,000     6,000
Total Convertible Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $6,450)
    6,000
     
 
     
 
Total Long-Term Investments—97.6%
(Identified Cost $2,371,313)
2,358,059
     
 
     
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—8.0%
Money Market Mutual Fund—8.0%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(11) 192,455,599   192,456
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $192,456)
  192,456
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—105.6%
(Identified Cost $2,563,769)
$2,550,515
Other assets and liabilities, net—(5.6)%  (135,768)
NET ASSETS—100.0% $2,414,747
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
PIK Payment-in-Kind Security
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
SOFR Secured Overnight Financing Rate
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $64,208 or 2.7% of net assets.
(2) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(3) This loan will settle after December 31, 2021, at which time the interest rate, based on the LIBOR and the agreed upon spread on trade date, will be reflected.
(4) 75% of the income received was in cash and 25% was in PIK.
(5) Security in default; no interest payments are being received during the bankruptcy proceedings.
(6) The value of this security was determined using significant unobservable inputs and is reported as a Level 3 security in the Fair Value Hierarchy table located after the Schedule of Investments.
(7) Security in default, interest payments are being received during the bankruptcy proceedings.
(8) 100% of the income received was in PIK.
(9) 38% of the income received was in cash and 62% was in PIK.
(10) Non-income producing.
(11) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 92%
Luxembourg 3
France 2
Netherlands 1
Canada 1
United Kingdom 1
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
66


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
As of December 31, 2021, the Fund had the following unfunded loan commitments:
Borrower   Par Value   Commitment   Value   Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Arc Falcon I, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 1.000%) 3.750%, 9/30/28   $ 573   $ 570   $ 571   $ 1
CP Iris Holdco I, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 2.750%) 0.000%, 10/02/28(1)   586   586   584   (2)
Dexko Global, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%) 3.750%, 10/04/28   259   259   258   (1)
ENC Parent Corp., (1 month LIBOR + 3.250%) 4.250%, 8/21/28   321   319   319   (2)
ImageFirst Holdings LLC, (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%) 4.500%, 4/27/28   92   91   91   (2)
LendingTree, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%) 4.000%, 9/15/28   1,500   1,486   1,497   11
Mariner Wealth Advisors LLC, (3 month LIBOR + 3.250%) 3.250%, 8/18/28   219   217   218   1
Medical Solutions Holdings, Inc., (4 month LIBOR + 2.500%) 3.500%, 11/01/28   503   500   502   2
National Mentor Holdings, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%) 3.750%, 3/02/28   198   198   196   (2)
Refficiency Holdings LLC, (4 month LIBOR + 2.750%) 3.250%, 12/16/27   774   776   773   (3)
SCP Eye Care Services LLC, (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%) 4.500%, 3/16/28   479   479   479   (2)
Sovos Compliance LLC, (3 month LIBOR + 3.500%) 4.500%, 8/11/28   369   369   370   1
Trident TPI Holdings, Inc., (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%) 4.000%, 9/15/28   173   173   173   (2)
U.S. Silica Co., (1 month LIBOR + 3.000%) 4.000%, 5/01/23   2,250   2,193   2,125   (68)
Total   $8,296   $8,216   $8,156   $ (60)
    
(1) This loan will settle after December 31, 2021, at which time the interest rate, based on the LIBOR and the agreed upon spread on trade date, will be reflected.
(2) Amount is less than $500.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
Assets:              
Debt Securities:              
Corporate Bonds and Notes $ 85,074   $   $ 85,074   $
Leveraged Loans 2,245,289     2,240,196   5,093 (1)
Convertible Bonds and Notes 6,000     6,000  
Equity Securities:              
Rights 542       542
Common Stocks 14,989   7,311     7,678 (1)
Warrant      
Preferred Stock 6,165       6,165
Money Market Mutual Fund 192,456   192,456    
Total Investments $2,550,515   $199,767   $2,331,270   $19,478
    
(1) Includes internally fair valued securities currently priced at zero ($0).
Securities held by the Fund with an end of period value of $6,938 were transferred from Level 3 to Level 2 due to an increase in trading activities at period end.
Securities held by the Fund with an end of period value of $5,635 were transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 due to a decrease in trading activities at period end.
Some of the Fund’s investments that were categorized as Level 3 were valued utilizing third party pricing information without adjustment. Such valuations are based on unobservable inputs. A significant change in third party information could result in a significantly lower or higher value of Level 3 investments.
See Notes to Financial Statements
67


Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following is a reconciliation of assets of the Fund for Level 3 investments for which significant unobservable inputs were used to determine fair value.
  Total   Corporate
Bonds
and Notes
  Leveraged
Loans
  Common
Stocks
  Preferred
Stocks
  Rights
Investments in Securities                      
Balance as of December 31, 2020: $  27,579   $  3,992(a)   $ 11,962 (a)   $  9,502(a)   $ 2,123 (a)   $  —
Accrued discount/(premium) 40   5   35      
Realized gain (loss) (51,030)   13   139   (51,124)   (58)  
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(b) 55,185   426   273   50,386   4,100  
Purchases 8,505     203   8,302   (e)  
Sales (c) (19,498)   (4,436)   (5,674)   (9,388)    
Transfers into Level 3(d) 5,635     5,093       542
Transfers from Level 3(d) (6,938)     (6,938) (f)      
Balance as of December 31, 2021 $  19,478   $  —   $  5,093(a)   $  7,678(a)   $ 6,165   $ 542
(a) Includes internally fair valued security currently priced at zero ($0).
(b) The change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments still held at December 31, 2021, was $49,613.
(c) Includes paydowns on securities.
(d) Transfers into and/or from represent the ending value as of December 31, 2021, for any investment security where a change in the pricing level occurred from the beginning to the end of the period.
(e) Amount is less than $500.
(f) Includes unfunded security.
The following table presents additional information about valuation techniques and inputs used for investments that are measured at fair value and categorized within Level 3 at December 31, 2021:
Investments in
Securities – Assets
  Ending Balance at
December 31, 2021
  Valuation Technique Used   Unobservable Inputs   Input Values
Preferred Stock:                
Blackbrush Oil & Gas   $6,165   Market and Company Comparables   EV Multiples   4.73x (2.95x - 6.34x)
            Illiquidity Discount   15%
Common Stocks:                
Blackbrush Oil & Gas   $   Market and Company Comparables   EV Multiples   4.73x (2.95x - 6.34x)
            Illiquidity Discount   15%
                 
TRU Topco   $5,652   Market and Company Comparables   EV Multiples   7.06x (3.32x - 13.15x)
                8.58x (5.39x - 13.76x)
            Precedent Transaction Multiples   9.50x (7.56x - 12.27x)
            Illiquidity Discount   20%
See Notes to Financial Statements
68


Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Municipal Bonds(1)—97.4%
Alabama—4.1%    
Jefferson County,      
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 9/15/33
$    1,000   $ 1,202
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 9/15/35
    1,000    1,202
       2,404
       
 
Arizona—1.6%    
Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement & Power District Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/28
      750      934
California—14.5%    
California Infrastructure & Economic Development Bank Revenue
5.000%, 10/1/48
    2,000    2,473
California State Public Works Board
5.000%, 8/1/35
    1,000    1,310
California, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 12/1/28
    1,600    2,044
San Diego County Regional Transportation Commission Revenue
5.000%, 4/1/41
      300      393
San Diego Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency      
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/28
      500      577
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/29
      405      467
San Mateo Foster, City of, Public Financing Authority Revenue      
4.000%, 5/1/45       500      583
4.000%, 5/1/48       500      581
       8,428
       
 
Colorado—6.1%    
E-470 Public Highway Authority      
Toll Highway Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/35
      800    1,031
Toll Highway Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/36
    1,000    1,286
Regional Transportation District, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 1/15/28
    1,000    1,218
       3,535
       
 
Connecticut—5.4%    
Connecticut, State of,      
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 10/1/27
      985    1,216
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 5/1/37
    1,500    1,924
       3,140
       
 
District of Columbia—2.1%    
District of Columbia, General Obligation
5.000%, 6/1/31
    1,000    1,203
  Par Value   Value
       
Florida—2.1%    
Collier County, Water-Sewer District Revenue
5.000%, 7/1/33
$    1,000   $ 1,190
Georgia—2.4%    
Private Colleges & Universities Authority
4.000%, 4/1/44
    1,200    1,405
Idaho—1.6%    
Idaho Housing & Finance Association      
4.000%, 7/15/38       250      301
4.000%, 7/15/39       500      599
         900
       
 
Illinois—4.1%    
Chicago O’Hare International Airport Revenue, Senior Lien
4.000%, 1/1/35
    1,000    1,186
Illinois Finance Authority Revenue
5.000%, 7/1/28
    1,000    1,206
       2,392
       
 
Maryland—8.1%    
Maryland, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 3/15/31
    1,500    1,868
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Revenue (CNTY GTD Insured)
5.000%, 6/15/30
    2,320    2,833
       4,701
       
 
Massachusetts—1.3%    
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 8/1/41
      550      727
Minnesota—2.0%    
Minnesota, State of, General Obligation, Series 2015-A
5.000%, 8/1/29
    1,000    1,159
Mississippi—1.0%    
Mississippi, State of, General Obligation
4.000%, 10/1/37
      500      592
New York—2.9%    
New York City Transitional Finance Authority Future Tax Secured, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 2/1/28
    1,000    1,094
New York Liberty Development Corp.
4.000%, 2/15/43
      500      584
       1,678
       
 
Oregon—2.0%    
Portland, Port of, Airport Revenue
5.000%, 7/1/47
    1,000    1,184
Tennessee—4.3%    
Chattanooga Health Educational & Housing Facility Board
5.000%, 8/1/30
    1,010    1,285
See Notes to Financial Statements
69


Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Tennessee—continued    
Tennessee, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 9/1/30
$    1,000   $  1,232
       2,517
       
 
Texas—14.3%    
Fort Worth, City of, Water & Sewer System Revenue
5.000%, 2/15/30
    1,000    1,241
North Texas Municipal Water District Water System Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/32
      750      941
Texas Water Development Board Implementation Revenue
5.000%, 10/15/31
    5,000    6,148
       8,330
       
 
Washington—14.4%    
Energy Northwest Revenue      
5.000%, 7/1/33     2,000    2,434
5.000%, 7/1/34     2,000    2,288
Washington Health Care Facilities Authority
5.000%, 8/1/44
      940    1,154
Washington, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 8/1/29
    2,000    2,456
       8,332
       
 
Wisconsin—3.1%    
City of Milwaukee General Obligation
5.000%, 4/1/27
    1,505    1,822
Total Municipal Bonds
(Identified Cost $54,087)
  56,573
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—97.4%
(Identified Cost $54,087)
  56,573
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares   Value
Short-Term Investment—3.7%
Money Market Mutual Fund—3.7%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(2) 2,155,195   $  2,155
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $2,155)
   2,155
       
 
       
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—101.1%
(Identified Cost $56,242)
  $58,728
Other assets and liabilities, net—(1.1)%     (659)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $58,069
    
Abbreviation:
CNTY GTD County Guarantee Program
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) At December 31, 2021, 4.8% of the securities in the portfolio are backed by insurance of financial institutions and financial guaranty assurance agencies.
(2) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
 
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Municipal Bonds $56,573   $   $56,573
Money Market Mutual Fund 2,155   2,155  
Total Investments $58,728   $2,155   $56,573
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes—92.0%
Communication Services—11.1%    
Allen Media LLC 144A
10.500%, 2/15/28(1)
$      332   $    346
Altice France S.A. 144A
8.125%, 2/1/27(1)
      820       876
ANGI Group LLC 144A
3.875%, 8/15/28(1)
    1,105     1,080
Audacy Capital Corp. 144A
6.500%, 5/1/27(1)
      560       554
Cablevision Lightpath LLC 144A
5.625%, 9/15/28(1)
    1,095     1,080
Consolidated Communications, Inc. 144A
6.500%, 10/1/28(1)
    1,040     1,102
Diamond Sports Group LLC 144A
5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
    2,015     1,008
Directv Financing LLC 144A
5.875%, 8/15/27(1)
      761       779
DISH DBS Corp.      
7.750%, 7/1/26     1,470     1,551
7.375%, 7/1/28       516       522
144A 5.250%, 12/1/26(1)       500       508
Frontier Communications Holdings LLC      
144A 5.000%, 5/1/28(1)     1,060     1,092
144A 6.750%, 5/1/29(1)       595       619
Gray Television, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 10/15/30(1)
    1,410     1,401
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.      
144A 5.625%, 3/15/26(1)     1,405     1,451
144A 4.750%, 10/15/27(1)       190       195
Lumen Technologies, Inc. 144A
5.375%, 6/15/29(1)
    1,125     1,125
Northwest Fiber LLC 144A
4.750%, 4/30/27(1)
      549       544
Playtika Holding Corp. 144A
4.250%, 3/15/29(1)
      546       535
Scripps Escrow II, Inc. 144A
5.375%, 1/15/31(1)
      560       569
Sinclair Television Group, Inc. 144A
5.125%, 2/15/27(1)
    1,135     1,101
Skillz, Inc. 144A
10.250%, 12/15/26(1)
      465       461
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. 144A
9.750%, 3/1/26(1)
      700       720
TEGNA, Inc.
5.000%, 9/15/29
      535       547
Terrier Media Buyer, Inc. 144A
8.875%, 12/15/27(1)
    1,015     1,097
Uniti Group LP      
144A 4.750%, 4/15/28(1)       580       575
144A 6.500%, 2/15/29(1)     1,150     1,146
144A 6.000%, 1/15/30(1)       557       536
       23,120
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—21.3%    
Adtalem Global Education, Inc. 144A
5.500%, 3/1/28(1)
    1,714     1,675
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 11/15/29(1)       100       102
144A 5.000%, 2/15/32(1)       100       104
Ashton Woods USA LLC 144A
4.625%, 4/1/30(1)
    1,110     1,091
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Discretionary—continued    
At Home Group, Inc. 144A
4.875%, 7/15/28(1)
$      370   $    364
Bath & Body Works, Inc.      
6.950%, 3/1/33       480       562
6.750%, 7/1/36       560       692
Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc.
5.165%, 8/1/44
      940       781
Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. 144A
5.125%, 4/15/29(1)
    1,085     1,102
Carnival Corp. 144A
9.875%, 8/1/27(1)
    1,855     2,120
Carvana Co.      
144A 5.625%, 10/1/25(1)     1,120     1,120
144A 5.500%, 4/15/27(1)       900       891
Cedar Fair LP
5.250%, 7/15/29
      965       989
FirstCash, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 9/1/28(1)       509       509
144A 5.625%, 1/1/30(1)       406       414
Foot Locker, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 10/1/29(1)(2)
      500       501
Golden Nugget, Inc. 144A
6.750%, 10/15/24(1)
    1,135     1,135
Guitar Center, Inc. 144A
8.500%, 1/15/26(1)(2)
      625       671
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC 144A
5.000%, 6/1/29(1)
      660       676
Installed Building Products, Inc. 144A
5.750%, 2/1/28(1)
    1,515     1,576
Kontoor Brands, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 11/15/29(1)
      400       400
Legends Hospitality Holding Co. LLC 144A
5.000%, 2/1/26(1)
    1,096     1,101
LGI Homes, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 7/15/29(1)
      413       411
Liberty Interactive LLC
8.250%, 2/1/30
    1,970     2,157
Macy’s Retail Holdings LLC
5.125%, 1/15/42
      190       181
Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc.      
4.750%, 1/15/28     1,975     2,005
144A 4.500%, 6/15/29(1)       445       448
Michaels Cos., Inc. (The) 144A
7.875%, 5/1/29(1)
      515       507
New Home Co., Inc. (The) 144A
7.250%, 10/15/25(1)
    1,520     1,550
Nordstrom, Inc.
5.000%, 1/15/44(2)
      327       305
Patrick Industries, Inc.      
144A 7.500%, 10/15/27(1)       510       543
144A 4.750%, 5/1/29(1)       615       612
Penn National Gaming, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 7/1/29(1)
      525       509
Prime Security Services Borrower LLC 144A
5.750%, 4/15/26(1)
    1,627     1,747
QVC, Inc.
5.450%, 8/15/34
    2,180     2,158
Rent-A-Center, Inc. 144A
6.375%, 2/15/29(1)
    1,665     1,736
RHP Hotel Properties LP
4.750%, 10/15/27
      950       969
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Discretionary—continued    
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.      
144A 10.875%, 6/1/23(1) $      960   $  1,049
144A 5.500%, 8/31/26(1)       501       509
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. 144A
5.250%, 8/15/29(1)
      530       540
Shea Homes LP      
144A 4.750%, 2/15/28(1)     1,140     1,166
144A 4.750%, 4/1/29(1)     1,075     1,095
Signal Parent, Inc. 144A
6.125%, 4/1/29(1)
    1,715     1,522
Sonic Automotive, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 11/15/29(1)       531       536
144A 4.875%, 11/15/31(1)       526       531
Station Casinos LLC 144A
4.625%, 12/1/31(1)
      100       101
Thor Industries, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 10/15/29(1)
      245       242
Travel + Leisure Co.      
144A 6.625%, 7/31/26(1)       600       665
144A 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)       555       558
Victoria’s Secret & Co. 144A
4.625%, 7/15/29(1)
      831       850
VOC Escrow Ltd. 144A
5.000%, 2/15/28(1)
      540       535
       44,313
       
 
Consumer Staples—2.5%    
Performance Food Group, Inc. 144A
4.250%, 8/1/29(1)
      540       536
Simmons Foods, Inc. 144A
4.625%, 3/1/29(1)
      850       837
Triton Water Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.250%, 4/1/29(1)
      200       192
Turning Point Brands, Inc. 144A
5.625%, 2/15/26(1)
    1,170     1,173
Vector Group Ltd.      
144A 10.500%, 11/1/26(1)     1,195     1,238
144A 5.750%, 2/1/29(1)     1,162     1,131
        5,107
       
 
Energy—18.0%    
Antero Midstream Partners LP 144A
7.875%, 5/15/26(1)
      438       483
Antero Resources Corp.      
144A 8.375%, 7/15/26(1)       327       372
144A 7.625%, 2/1/29(1)       823       913
Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC      
144A 7.000%, 11/1/26(1)       755       765
144A 8.250%, 12/31/28(1)     1,255     1,308
California Resources Corp. 144A
7.125%, 2/1/26(1)
    1,420     1,475
Callon Petroleum Co.      
6.375%, 7/1/26       555       527
144A 9.000%, 4/1/25(1)       205       221
144A 8.000%, 8/1/28(1)(2)       475       480
ChampionX Corp.
6.375%, 5/1/26
      363       377
Chesapeake Energy Corp. 144A
5.500%, 2/1/26(1)
    1,465     1,542
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—continued    
Civitas Resources, Inc. 144A
5.000%, 10/15/26(1)
$      454   $    458
Comstock Resources, Inc.      
144A 7.500%, 5/15/25(1)       560       577
144A 5.875%, 1/15/30(1)       131       134
CrownRock LP      
144A 5.625%, 10/15/25(1)       550       562
144A 5.000%, 5/1/29(1)       538       558
Delek Logistics Partners LP 144A
7.125%, 6/1/28(1)
      175       182
Ensign Drilling, Inc. 144A
9.250%, 4/15/24(1)(2)
      995       958
EQM Midstream Partners LP
6.500%, 7/15/48
      445       541
EQT Corp.
7.500%, 2/1/30
      778     1,000
Harbour Energy plc 144A
5.500%, 10/15/26(1)
      725       720
Hilcorp Energy I LP      
144A 6.250%, 11/1/28(1)     1,455     1,530
144A 6.000%, 2/1/31(1)       906       935
Laredo Petroleum, Inc. 144A
7.750%, 7/31/29(1)(2)
      210       205
Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating LLC 144A
6.000%, 8/1/26(1)
    2,130     2,183
Nabors Industries, Inc.      
5.750%, 2/1/25       230       213
144A 9.000%, 2/1/25(1)     1,031     1,062
144A 7.375%, 5/15/27(1)       310       321
New Fortress Energy, Inc.      
144A 6.750%, 9/15/25(1)     2,255     2,278
144A 6.500%, 9/30/26(1)     1,085     1,077
Occidental Petroleum Corp.      
5.875%, 9/1/25       595       656
7.500%, 5/1/31       190       250
7.875%, 9/15/31       185       247
6.450%, 9/15/36     1,463     1,865
6.600%, 3/15/46       470       610
Oceaneering International, Inc.
6.000%, 2/1/28
      640       628
Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.
5.150%, 11/15/29
      470       477
PDC Energy, Inc.
5.750%, 5/15/26
      540       558
Petroleos Mexicanos 144A
6.700%, 2/16/32(1)
      689       696
Precision Drilling Corp. 144A
6.875%, 1/15/29(1)
      340       347
Range Resources Corp.
8.250%, 1/15/29
      165       184
Rockies Express Pipeline LLC      
144A 4.950%, 7/15/29(1)     1,050     1,118
144A 7.500%, 7/15/38(1)       665       751
SM Energy Co.      
6.625%, 1/15/27       390       402
6.500%, 7/15/28       581       601
Southwestern Energy Co.
4.750%, 2/1/32
      447       471
Tallgrass Energy Partners LP 144A
7.500%, 10/1/25(1)
      825       893
Talos Production, Inc.
12.000%, 1/15/26
      398       417
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—continued    
Transocean Phoenix 2 Ltd. 144A
7.750%, 10/15/24(1)
$      428   $    432
Transocean Proteus Ltd. 144A
6.250%, 12/1/24(1)
      705       694
Weatherford International Ltd. 144A
8.625%, 4/30/30(1)
      645       670
Western Midstream Operating LP
6.500%, 2/1/50
      475       562
       37,486
       
 
Financials—19.6%    
Altice Financing S.A. 144A
5.000%, 1/15/28(1)
      750       732
Altice France Holding S.A. 144A
10.500%, 5/15/27(1)
    1,155     1,242
Aretec Escrow Issuer, Inc. 144A
7.500%, 4/1/29(1)
      530       542
AssuredPartners, Inc. 144A
7.000%, 8/15/25(1)
    1,380     1,390
Castlelake Aviation Finance DAC 144A
5.000%, 4/15/27(1)(2)
      555       551
Cimpress plc 144A
7.000%, 6/15/26(1)
    2,727     2,833
Compass Group Diversified Holdings LLC      
144A 5.250%, 4/15/29(1)       601       630
144A 5.000%, 1/15/32(1)       105       108
Domtar Corp. 144A
6.750%, 10/1/28(1)
      300       308
Enact Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.500%, 8/15/25(1)
      835       912
Freedom Mortgage Corp.      
144A 8.125%, 11/15/24(1)       325       329
144A 8.250%, 4/15/25(1)       176       180
144A 7.625%, 5/1/26(1)     1,595     1,629
144A 6.625%, 1/15/27(1)       340       332
Frontier Communications Holdings LLC 144A
6.000%, 1/15/30(1)
      210       211
Gray Escrow II, Inc. 144A
5.375%, 11/15/31(1)
      205       211
GTCR AP Finance, Inc. 144A
8.000%, 5/15/27(1)
      535       555
GYP Holdings III Corp. 144A
4.625%, 5/1/29(1)
      606       608
Hightower Holding LLC 144A
6.750%, 4/15/29(1)
    1,059     1,085
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC 144A
4.875%, 7/1/31(1)
      456       456
Holdco LLC LSF11-15 144A
6.625%, 10/15/29(1)
      130       128
Icahn Enterprises LP
5.250%, 5/15/27
    1,300     1,337
Iliad Holding SASU      
144A 6.500%, 10/15/26(1)       515       541
144A 7.000%, 10/15/28(1)       515       542
Jefferies Finance LLC 144A
5.000%, 8/15/28(1)
      440       451
LD Holdings Group LLC 144A
6.125%, 4/1/28(1)
    2,810     2,648
Markel Corp.
6.000% (3)
      215       236
  Par Value   Value
       
Financials—continued    
Midcap Financial Issuer Trust      
144A 6.500%, 5/1/28(1) $      560   $    584
144A 5.625%, 1/15/30(1)       555       556
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC      
144A 5.500%, 9/1/28(1)       305       309
144A 5.750%, 11/1/28(1)(2)       781       743
Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 1/15/27(1)
    1,900     1,979
New Residential Investment Corp. 144A
6.250%, 10/15/25(1)
    2,420     2,431
NFP Corp. 144A
6.875%, 8/15/28(1)
    1,090     1,093
Park River Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.750%, 8/1/29(1)
      575       563
PennyMac Financial Services, Inc.      
144A 5.375%, 10/15/25(1)       644       662
144A 4.250%, 2/15/29(1)       965       928
144A 5.750%, 9/15/31(1)       105       106
Petrobras Global Finance B.V.
5.500%, 6/10/51
      415       385
PRA Group, Inc.      
144A 7.375%, 9/1/25(1)       515       547
144A 5.000%, 10/1/29(1)       627       629
Ritchie Bros Holdings, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 12/15/31(1)
      239       249
SCIL IV LLC 144A
5.375%, 11/1/26(1)
      510       523
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC 144A
8.500%, 10/15/26(1)
      485       505
Transocean Pontus Ltd. 144A
6.125%, 8/1/25(1)
      502       491
United Wholesale Mortgage LLC      
144A 5.500%, 11/15/25(1)       770       784
144A 5.750%, 6/15/27(1)       440       441
144A 5.500%, 4/15/29(1)     2,220     2,178
Victors Merger Corp. 144A
6.375%, 5/15/29(1)
      900       846
Viking Cruises Ltd. 144A
6.250%, 5/15/25(1)
    1,250     1,238
Vmed O2 UK Financing I plc 144A
4.750%, 7/15/31(1)
    1,135     1,149
       40,646
       
 
Health Care—4.6%    
Community Health Systems, Inc. 144A
8.000%, 3/15/26(1)
      520       547
DaVita, Inc. 144A
4.625%, 6/1/30(1)
      775       793
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. 144A
3.875%, 8/15/28(1)
    1,525     1,464
HealthEquity, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 10/1/29(1)
      775       767
Owens & Minor, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 3/31/29(1)
      895       917
Par Pharmaceutical, Inc. 144A
7.500%, 4/1/27(1)
    1,464     1,496
Tenet Healthcare Corp.      
6.875%, 11/15/31       516       589
144A 6.125%, 10/1/28(1)     1,445     1,526
144A 4.375%, 1/15/30(1)       365       370
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III B.V.
7.125%, 1/31/25
$      655   $    701
Varex Imaging Corp. 144A
7.875%, 10/15/27(1)
      437       486
        9,656
       
 
Industrials—7.3%    
American Airlines, Inc.      
144A 11.750%, 7/15/25(1)       710       876
144A 5.500%, 4/20/26(1)     1,750     1,820
APi Escrow Corp. 144A
4.750%, 10/15/29(1)
      242       247
APi Group DE, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 7/15/29(1)
      602       605
BlueLinx Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 11/15/29(1)
      395       393
Danaos Corp. 144A
8.500%, 3/1/28(1)
      435       476
Deluxe Corp. 144A
8.000%, 6/1/29(1)
      570       596
Foundation Building Materials, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 3/1/29(1)
    1,037     1,019
Hertz Corp. (The)      
144A 4.625%, 12/1/26(1)       430       433
144A 5.000%, 12/1/29(1)       440       440
Manitowoc Co., Inc. (The) 144A
9.000%, 4/1/26(1)
      565       595
Park River Holdings, Inc. 144A
5.625%, 2/1/29(1)
    1,120     1,069
Roller Bearing Co. of America, Inc. 144A
4.375%, 10/15/29(1)
      255       260
Rolls-Royce plc 144A
5.750%, 10/15/27(1)
      520       575
Seaspan Corp. 144A
5.500%, 8/1/29(1)
      560       566
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
4.600%, 6/15/28(2)
      205       205
Spirit Loyalty Cayman Ltd. 144A
8.000%, 9/20/25(1)
      362       400
Terex Corp. 144A
5.000%, 5/15/29(1)
      520       534
TMS International Corp. 144A
6.250%, 4/15/29(1)
    1,070     1,065
TransDigm UK Holdings plc
6.875%, 5/15/26
    1,140     1,191
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 144A
6.375%, 3/1/26(1)
    1,200     1,257
Wabash National Corp. 144A
4.500%, 10/15/28(1)
      560       566
       15,188
       
 
Information Technology—2.3%    
Elastic N.V. 144A
4.125%, 7/15/29(1)
      530       524
Fair Isaac Corp. 144A
4.000%, 6/15/28(1)
      102       105
II-VI, Inc. 144A
5.000%, 12/15/29(1)
      250       255
NCR Corp.      
144A 5.000%, 10/1/28(1)     1,138     1,172
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
144A 5.125%, 4/15/29(1) $    1,135   $   1,175
Plantronics, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 3/1/29(1)(2)
      460       439
Science Applications International Corp. 144A
4.875%, 4/1/28(1)
      590       605
Seagate HDD Cayman
5.750%, 12/1/34(2)
      466       537
        4,812
       
 
Materials—2.0%    
Allegheny Ludlum LLC
6.950%, 12/15/25
      323       353
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.
6.250%, 10/1/40
      357       386
Graham Packaging Co., Inc. 144A
7.125%, 8/15/28(1)
      520       538
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. 144A
6.875%, 10/1/26(1)
    1,920     2,009
Sylvamo Corp. 144A
7.000%, 9/1/29(1)
      405       423
Trinseo Materials Operating SCA 144A
5.125%, 4/1/29(1)
      110       112
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. 144A
7.875%, 12/1/28(1)
      241       247
        4,068
       
 
Real Estate—2.5%    
American Finance Trust, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 9/30/28(1)
      500       504
Brookfield Property REIT, Inc.      
144A 5.750%, 5/15/26(1)     1,662     1,720
144A 4.500%, 4/1/27(1)     2,065     2,026
Realogy Group LLC 144A
9.375%, 4/1/27(1)
      265       286
XHR LP 144A
4.875%, 6/1/29(1)
      552       562
        5,098
       
 
Utilities—0.8%    
DCP Midstream Operating LP 144A
6.450%, 11/3/36(1)
      150       196
Leeward Renewable Energy Operations LLC 144A
4.250%, 7/1/29(1)
      450       454
PG&E Corp.      
5.000%, 7/1/28       590       621
5.250%, 7/1/30       343       360
        1,631
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $188,587)
  191,125
       
 
       
 
Leveraged Loans—2.7%
Aerospace—1.1%    
Mileage Plus Holdings, LLC (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
6.250%, 6/21/27(4)
    2,200     2,317
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—0.7%    
BCP Raptor II LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
4.854%, 11/3/25(4)
$      755   $     751
BCP Raptor LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 6/24/24(4)
      754       752
        1,503
       
 
Financial—0.1%    
Ditech Holding Corp. Tranche B (3 month PRIME + 5.000%)
8.250%, 6/30/22(4)(5)
      289        56
Information Technology—0.3%    
SolarWinds Holdings, Inc. 2018 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 2/5/24(4)
      597       588
Utility—0.5%    
PG&E Corp. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 6/23/25(4)
    1,082     1,069
Total Leveraged Loans
(Identified Cost $5,668)
    5,533
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Preferred Stock—0.0%
Consumer Discretionary—0.0%  
Qurate Retail, Inc., 8.000%       500      52
Total Preferred Stock
(Identified Cost $51)
     52
     
 
     
 
Common Stocks—0.0%
Energy—0.0%  
SandRidge Energy, Inc.(6)       159       2
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $1)
      2
     
 
     
 
Warrants—0.0%
Energy—0.0%  
SandRidge Energy, Inc.(6)     3,898      — (7)
SandRidge Energy, Inc.(6)     1,641      — (7)
         — (7)
     
 
Total Warrants
(Identified Cost $—)
     — (7)
     
 
     
 
    
  Par Value  
Convertible Bonds and Notes—0.4%
Communication Services—0.4%  
DISH Network Corp.
3.375%, 8/15/26
$      585     553
  Par Value   Value
Communication Services—continued    
Twitter, Inc. 144A
0.000%, 3/15/26(1)
$      385   $     345
          898
       
 
Total Convertible Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $911)
      898
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—95.1%
(Identified Cost $195,218)
  197,610
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—3.7%
Money Market Mutual Fund—3.7%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(8) 7,750,680   7,751
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $7,751)
  7,751
     
 
     
 
Securities Lending Collateral—1.9%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(8)(9) 4,026,650   4,027
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $4,027)
  4,027
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.7%
(Identified Cost $206,996)
$209,388
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.7)%  (1,503)
NET ASSETS—100.0% $207,885
    
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $160,564 or 77.2% of net assets.
(2) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(3) No contractual maturity date.
(4) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(5) Security in default; no interest payments are being received during the bankruptcy proceedings.
(6) Non-income producing.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
(7) Amount is less than $500.
(8) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(9) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 88%
Netherlands 2
United Kingdom 2
Cayman Islands 1
Bermuda 1
Panama 1
Luxembourg 1
Other 4
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Corporate Bonds and Notes $191,125   $   $191,125
Leveraged Loans 5,533     5,533
Convertible Bonds and Notes 898     898
Equity Securities:          
Common Stocks 2   2  
Warrants (1)   (1)  
Preferred Stock 52   52  
Securities Lending Collateral 4,027   4,027  
Money Market Mutual Fund 7,751   7,751  
Total Investments $209,388   $11,832   $197,556
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes—89.8%
Communication Services—14.7%    
Altice France S.A. 144A
8.125%, 2/1/27(1)
$     1,535   $  1,641
ANGI Group LLC 144A
3.875%, 8/15/28(1)
     3,220     3,148
Audacy Capital Corp. 144A
6.500%, 5/1/27(1)
     1,090     1,078
Cable One, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 11/15/30(1)
     3,051     2,990
Cablevision Lightpath LLC 144A
5.625%, 9/15/28(1)
     2,040     2,011
Consolidated Communications, Inc. 144A
6.500%, 10/1/28(1)
     2,255     2,390
Diamond Sports Group LLC 144A
5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
     2,307     1,153
Directv Financing LLC 144A
5.875%, 8/15/27(1)
     1,683     1,723
DISH DBS Corp.      
5.875%, 11/15/24      2,584     2,654
7.750%, 7/1/26      2,926     3,087
7.375%, 7/1/28      1,025     1,038
144A 5.250%, 12/1/26(1)      1,100     1,117
Frontier Communications Holdings LLC 144A
5.000%, 5/1/28(1)
     2,185     2,251
Gray Television, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 10/15/30(1)
     4,583     4,554
iHeartCommunications, Inc. 144A
5.250%, 8/15/27(1)
     2,153     2,239
LCPR Senior Secured Financing DAC 144A
6.750%, 10/15/27(1)
     2,633     2,765
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.      
144A 5.625%, 3/15/26(1)      2,755     2,845
144A 4.750%, 10/15/27(1)        425       437
144A 3.750%, 1/15/28(1)      1,090     1,082
Lumen Technologies, Inc.      
6.750%, 12/1/23      1,850     1,998
144A 5.375%, 6/15/29(1)      2,238     2,238
Nexstar Media, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 11/1/28(1)
     3,899     3,972
Northwest Fiber LLC 144A
4.750%, 4/30/27(1)
     1,220     1,208
Playtika Holding Corp. 144A
4.250%, 3/15/29(1)
     4,840     4,743
Sinclair Television Group, Inc.      
144A 5.125%, 2/15/27(1)      2,180     2,115
144A 4.125%, 12/1/30(1)      2,315     2,193
Skillz, Inc. 144A
10.250%, 12/15/26(1)
     1,030     1,020
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. 144A
9.750%, 3/1/26(1)
       830       854
TEGNA, Inc.      
4.625%, 3/15/28      3,575     3,614
5.000%, 9/15/29        435       445
Uniti Group LP 144A
4.750%, 4/15/28(1)
     1,950     1,934
Univision Communications, Inc. 144A
9.500%, 5/1/25(1)
     1,985     2,121
       68,658
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Discretionary—17.8%    
Adtalem Global Education, Inc. 144A
5.500%, 3/1/28(1)
$     5,141   $  5,025
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 11/15/29(1)        220       224
144A 5.000%, 2/15/32(1)        220       228
Ashton Woods USA LLC 144A
4.625%, 4/1/30(1)
     2,469     2,426
At Home Group, Inc. 144A
4.875%, 7/15/28(1)
       827       815
Bath & Body Works, Inc.      
6.950%, 3/1/33        963     1,127
6.750%, 7/1/36        705       871
Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc.
5.165%, 8/1/44
     2,075     1,724
Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. 144A
5.125%, 4/15/29(1)
     2,165     2,199
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. 144A
6.250%, 7/1/25(1)
     1,025     1,076
Carnival Corp. 144A
9.875%, 8/1/27(1)
     4,247     4,853
Crocs, Inc. 144A
4.250%, 3/15/29(1)
     2,345     2,316
FirstCash, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 9/1/28(1)      1,177     1,176
144A 5.625%, 1/1/30(1)        894       911
Foot Locker, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 10/1/29(1)(2)
     1,110     1,112
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC 144A
5.000%, 6/1/29(1)
     1,349     1,383
Installed Building Products, Inc. 144A
5.750%, 2/1/28(1)
     2,525     2,626
Kontoor Brands, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 11/15/29(1)
       881       881
Legends Hospitality Holding Co. LLC 144A
5.000%, 2/1/26(1)
     1,952     1,962
LGI Homes, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 7/15/29(1)
       918       914
Liberty Interactive LLC
8.250%, 2/1/30
     3,570     3,909
Macy’s Retail Holdings LLC
5.125%, 1/15/42
       421       402
Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc.      
4.750%, 1/15/28      4,366     4,431
144A 4.500%, 6/15/29(1)        920       926
MGM Resorts International
7.750%, 3/15/22
       355       359
New Home Co., Inc. (The) 144A
7.250%, 10/15/25(1)
     2,778     2,834
Nordstrom, Inc.
5.000%, 1/15/44
       720       671
Patrick Industries, Inc.      
144A 7.500%, 10/15/27(1)      1,045     1,113
144A 4.750%, 5/1/29(1)      1,354     1,347
Penn National Gaming, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 7/1/29(1)
     1,118     1,084
Prime Security Services Borrower LLC 144A
5.750%, 4/15/26(1)
     1,765     1,895
QVC, Inc.
5.450%, 8/15/34
     4,824     4,776
Rent-A-Center, Inc. 144A
6.375%, 2/15/29(1)
     2,956     3,082
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Discretionary—continued    
RHP Hotel Properties LP
4.750%, 10/15/27
$     1,737   $  1,772
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.      
144A 10.875%, 6/1/23(1)      1,520     1,661
144A 5.500%, 8/31/26(1)      1,115     1,134
Shea Homes LP      
144A 4.750%, 2/15/28(1)      2,039     2,085
144A 4.750%, 4/1/29(1)      1,635     1,666
Sonic Automotive, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 11/15/29(1)      1,162     1,173
144A 4.875%, 11/15/31(1)      1,142     1,153
Station Casinos LLC 144A
4.625%, 12/1/31(1)
       225       227
Tempur Sealy International, Inc. 144A
3.875%, 10/15/31(1)
       442       443
Thor Industries, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 10/15/29(1)
       549       543
Travel + Leisure Co.      
144A 6.625%, 7/31/26(1)      1,236     1,370
144A 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)      1,008     1,013
TRI Pointe Group, Inc.
5.875%, 6/15/24
     1,030     1,121
Victoria’s Secret & Co. 144A
4.625%, 7/15/29(1)
     1,770     1,810
VOC Escrow Ltd. 144A
5.000%, 2/15/28(1)
     1,200     1,188
Winnebago Industries, Inc. 144A
6.250%, 7/15/28(1)
     1,795     1,922
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. 144A
4.000%, 8/15/29(1)
     2,540     2,470
       83,429
       
 
Consumer Staples—2.2%    
Performance Food Group, Inc. 144A
4.250%, 8/1/29(1)
     1,200     1,190
Simmons Foods, Inc. 144A
4.625%, 3/1/29(1)
     1,605     1,581
Turning Point Brands, Inc. 144A
5.625%, 2/15/26(1)
     2,610     2,617
Vector Group Ltd. 144A
5.750%, 2/1/29(1)
     4,881     4,749
       10,137
       
 
Energy—15.7%    
Antero Midstream Partners LP 144A
7.875%, 5/15/26(1)
       840       926
Antero Resources Corp.      
144A 8.375%, 7/15/26(1)        777       885
144A 7.625%, 2/1/29(1)      1,678     1,863
Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC 144A
7.000%, 11/1/26(1)
     4,611     4,674
California Resources Corp. 144A
7.125%, 2/1/26(1)
     1,665     1,730
ChampionX Corp.
6.375%, 5/1/26
       390       406
Chesapeake Energy Corp. 144A
5.500%, 2/1/26(1)
     4,615     4,857
Civitas Resources, Inc. 144A
5.000%, 10/15/26(1)
       999     1,009
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—continued    
Comstock Resources, Inc.      
144A 7.500%, 5/15/25(1) $       935   $    964
144A 5.875%, 1/15/30(1)        262       269
CrownRock LP      
144A 5.625%, 10/15/25(1)      1,058     1,082
144A 5.000%, 5/1/29(1)      1,032     1,071
Delek Logistics Partners LP 144A
7.125%, 6/1/28(1)
       340       354
EQM Midstream Partners LP
6.500%, 7/15/48
       850     1,033
EQT Corp.
7.500%, 2/1/30
     1,695     2,178
Harbour Energy plc 144A
5.500%, 10/15/26(1)
     1,610     1,598
Hilcorp Energy I LP      
144A 6.250%, 11/1/28(1)      3,300     3,469
144A 6.000%, 2/1/31(1)      1,820     1,879
Laredo Petroleum, Inc. 144A
7.750%, 7/31/29(1)
       470       458
Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating LLC 144A
6.000%, 8/1/26(1)
     4,722     4,840
Nabors Industries, Inc.      
144A 9.000%, 2/1/25(1)      2,294     2,363
144A 7.375%, 5/15/27(1)        681       705
New Fortress Energy, Inc.      
144A 6.750%, 9/15/25(1)      5,046     5,096
144A 6.500%, 9/30/26(1)      2,260     2,243
Occidental Petroleum Corp.      
5.875%, 9/1/25      1,320     1,455
5.500%, 12/1/25      1,160     1,287
5.550%, 3/15/26      1,330     1,481
7.500%, 5/1/31        350       460
7.875%, 9/15/31        332       443
6.450%, 9/15/36      3,993     5,091
6.600%, 3/15/46      1,030     1,336
Oceaneering International, Inc.
4.650%, 11/15/24
     1,229     1,234
Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.
5.150%, 11/15/29
       915       928
PDC Energy, Inc.
5.750%, 5/15/26
     1,046     1,081
Petroleos Mexicanos 144A
6.700%, 2/16/32(1)
     1,245     1,257
Precision Drilling Corp. 144A
6.875%, 1/15/29(1)
       674       687
Range Resources Corp.
8.250%, 1/15/29
       365       407
Rockies Express Pipeline LLC      
144A 4.950%, 7/15/29(1)      1,665     1,773
144A 7.500%, 7/15/38(1)      1,478     1,668
SM Energy Co.      
6.625%, 1/15/27        855       881
6.500%, 7/15/28      1,285     1,330
Southwestern Energy Co.
4.750%, 2/1/32
       993     1,046
Tallgrass Energy Partners LP 144A
7.500%, 10/1/25(1)
       405       438
Talos Production, Inc.
12.000%, 1/15/26
       665       697
Transocean Phoenix 2 Ltd. 144A
7.750%, 10/15/24(1)
       577       583
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Seix High Yield Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Energy—continued    
Transocean Proteus Ltd. 144A
6.250%, 12/1/24(1)
$       658   $    648
Welltec International ApS 144A
8.250%, 10/15/26(1)
       220       228
Western Midstream Operating LP
6.500%, 2/1/50
     1,070     1,265
       73,656
       
 
Financials—16.0%    
Altice Financing S.A. 144A
5.000%, 1/15/28(1)
     4,450     4,343
Ardagh Packaging Finance plc 144A
5.250%, 4/30/25(1)
     1,530     1,580
Castlelake Aviation Finance DAC 144A
5.000%, 4/15/27(1)
     1,225     1,216
Cimpress plc 144A
7.000%, 6/15/26(1)
     5,130     5,329
Compass Group Diversified Holdings LLC      
144A 5.250%, 4/15/29(1)      1,315     1,377
144A 5.000%, 1/15/32(1)        235       241
Domtar Corp. 144A
6.750%, 10/1/28(1)
       660       677
Enact Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.500%, 8/15/25(1)
     1,478     1,615
Freedom Mortgage Corp.      
144A 8.125%, 11/15/24(1)        715       724
144A 8.250%, 4/15/25(1)        310       317
144A 7.625%, 5/1/26(1)      3,976     4,061
144A 6.625%, 1/15/27(1)        680       665
Gray Escrow II, Inc. 144A
5.375%, 11/15/31(1)
       464       477
GYP Holdings III Corp. 144A
4.625%, 5/1/29(1)
     1,329     1,332
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC 144A
4.875%, 7/1/31(1)
       930       930
Icahn Enterprises LP
5.250%, 5/15/27
     2,690     2,766
ILFC E-Capital Trust I (3 month LIBOR + 1.550%) 144A
3.370%, 12/21/65(1)(3)
     1,390     1,147
Iliad Holding SASU      
144A 6.500%, 10/15/26(1)      1,135     1,193
144A 7.000%, 10/15/28(1)      1,135     1,194
Jefferies Finance LLC 144A
5.000%, 8/15/28(1)
       895       917
LCPR Senior Secured Financing DAC 144A
5.125%, 7/15/29(1)
     1,035     1,040
LD Holdings Group LLC 144A
6.125%, 4/1/28(1)
     5,738     5,408
Markel Corp.
6.000% (4)
     1,000     1,096
MGIC Investment Corp.
5.250%, 8/15/28
     2,123     2,229
Midcap Financial Issuer Trust      
144A 6.500%, 5/1/28(1)      1,080     1,126
144A 5.625%, 1/15/30(1)      1,115     1,118
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC 144A
5.500%, 9/1/28(1)
       629       638
Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 1/15/27(1)
     2,964     3,088
  Par Value   Value
       
Financials—continued    
New Residential Investment Corp. 144A
6.250%, 10/15/25(1)
$     5,333   $  5,357
PennyMac Financial Services, Inc.      
144A 5.375%, 10/15/25(1)      1,151     1,183
144A 4.250%, 2/15/29(1)      1,803     1,733
144A 5.750%, 9/15/31(1)        230       232
Petrobras Global Finance B.V.
5.500%, 6/10/51
       820       761
PRA Group, Inc.      
144A 7.375%, 9/1/25(1)      1,140     1,211
144A 5.000%, 10/1/29(1)      1,340     1,343
Ritchie Bros Holdings, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 12/15/31(1)
       526       549
Rocket Mortgage LLC 144A
3.875%, 3/1/31(1)
     1,120     1,137
SCIL IV LLC 144A
5.375%, 11/1/26(1)
     1,140     1,170
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC 144A
8.500%, 10/15/26(1)
     1,078     1,123
Toll Brothers Finance Corp.
4.350%, 2/15/28
     1,010     1,106
Transocean Pontus Ltd. 144A
6.125%, 8/1/25(1)
       745       728
United Wholesale Mortgage LLC      
144A 5.500%, 11/15/25(1)      1,520     1,548
144A 5.750%, 6/15/27(1)        971       973
144A 5.500%, 4/15/29(1)      4,598     4,512
Vmed O2 UK Financing I plc 144A
4.750%, 7/15/31(1)
     2,325     2,354
       74,864
       
 
Health Care—5.2%    
Community Health Systems, Inc. 144A
8.000%, 3/15/26(1)
     1,010     1,062
DaVita, Inc.      
144A 4.625%, 6/1/30(1)      2,320     2,375
144A 3.750%, 2/15/31(1)      3,755     3,659
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. 144A
3.875%, 8/15/28(1)
     4,028     3,866
HealthEquity, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 10/1/29(1)
     1,715     1,698
Owens & Minor, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 3/31/29(1)
     1,590     1,630
Par Pharmaceutical, Inc. 144A
7.500%, 4/1/27(1)
     1,801     1,840
Tenet Healthcare Corp.      
144A 6.125%, 10/1/28(1)      3,235     3,417
144A 4.375%, 1/15/30(1)        810       820
144A 7.500%, 4/1/25(1)      2,075     2,184
Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III B.V.
7.125%, 1/31/25
     1,160     1,241
Varex Imaging Corp. 144A
7.875%, 10/15/27(1)
       684       760
       24,552
       
 
Industrials—7.3%    
American Airlines, Inc.      
144A 11.750%, 7/15/25(1)      1,965     2,424
144A 5.500%, 4/20/26(1)      3,293     3,424
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Seix High Yield Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Industrials—continued    
APi Escrow Corp. 144A
4.750%, 10/15/29(1)
$       540   $    551
APi Group DE, Inc. 144A
4.125%, 7/15/29(1)
     1,225     1,231
BlueLinx Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 11/15/29(1)
       880       876
Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping Holdings, Inc. 144A
6.000%, 2/1/26(1)
     1,848     1,922
Danaos Corp. 144A
8.500%, 3/1/28(1)
       775       849
Delta Air Lines, Inc.
7.375%, 1/15/26
     2,269     2,671
Deluxe Corp. 144A
8.000%, 6/1/29(1)
     1,110     1,160
Hertz Corp. (The)      
144A 4.625%, 12/1/26(1)        920       926
144A 5.000%, 12/1/29(1)        930       931
Manitowoc Co., Inc. (The) 144A
9.000%, 4/1/26(1)
     1,090     1,147
Roller Bearing Co. of America, Inc. 144A
4.375%, 10/15/29(1)
       535       546
Rolls-Royce plc 144A
5.750%, 10/15/27(1)
       940     1,039
Seaspan Corp. 144A
5.500%, 8/1/29(1)
     1,145     1,156
Spirit Loyalty Cayman Ltd. 144A
8.000%, 9/20/25(1)
       594       656
Terex Corp. 144A
5.000%, 5/15/29(1)
     1,080     1,110
TMS International Corp. 144A
6.250%, 4/15/29(1)
     2,356     2,344
TransDigm, Inc.
5.500%, 11/15/27
       825       850
Uber Technologies, Inc. 144A
8.000%, 11/1/26(1)
     3,015     3,211
Univar Solutions USA, Inc. 144A
5.125%, 12/1/27(1)
     1,284     1,340
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 144A
6.375%, 3/1/26(1)
     2,355     2,467
Wabash National Corp. 144A
4.500%, 10/15/28(1)
     1,235     1,247
       34,078
       
 
Information Technology—3.2%    
Elastic N.V. 144A
4.125%, 7/15/29(1)
     2,403     2,377
Fair Isaac Corp. 144A
4.000%, 6/15/28(1)
       222       228
II-VI, Inc. 144A
5.000%, 12/15/29(1)
       553       565
LD Holdings Group LLC 144A
6.500%, 11/1/25(1)
     1,090     1,075
NCR Corp.      
144A 5.000%, 10/1/28(1)      2,009     2,069
144A 5.125%, 4/15/29(1)      4,655     4,819
Open Text Corp. 144A
3.875%, 12/1/29(1)
       290       294
Plantronics, Inc. 144A
4.750%, 3/1/29(1)(2)
     1,020       973
  Par Value   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
Science Applications International Corp. 144A
4.875%, 4/1/28(1)
$     1,504   $  1,542
Seagate HDD Cayman
5.750%, 12/1/34(2)
     1,039     1,197
       15,139
       
 
Materials—2.8%    
Allegheny Ludlum LLC
6.950%, 12/15/25
       633       692
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.
6.250%, 10/1/40(2)
       794       858
HB Fuller Co.
4.250%, 10/15/28
     1,105     1,138
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. 144A
6.875%, 10/1/26(1)
     4,585     4,797
Sealed Air Corp. 144A
5.500%, 9/15/25(1)
     1,988     2,199
Summit Materials LLC 144A
6.500%, 3/15/27(1)
       660       685
Sylvamo Corp. 144A
7.000%, 9/1/29(1)
       840       878
TriMas Corp. 144A
4.125%, 4/15/29(1)
     1,215     1,218
Trinseo Materials Operating SCA 144A
5.125%, 4/1/29(1)
       207       211
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. 144A
7.875%, 12/1/28(1)
       539       552
       13,228
       
 
Real Estate—3.3%    
American Finance Trust, Inc. 144A
4.500%, 9/30/28(1)
     1,100     1,108
Brookfield Property REIT, Inc.      
144A 5.750%, 5/15/26(1)      3,777     3,909
144A 4.500%, 4/1/27(1)      4,565     4,479
Forestar Group, Inc. 144A
3.850%, 5/15/26(1)
     3,608     3,617
Howard Hughes Corp. (The) 144A
4.125%, 2/1/29(1)
       827       838
Realogy Group LLC 144A
9.375%, 4/1/27(1)
       529       571
XHR LP 144A
4.875%, 6/1/29(1)
     1,098     1,117
       15,639
       
 
Utilities—1.6%    
DCP Midstream Operating LP      
5.375%, 7/15/25      3,860     4,217
144A 6.450%, 11/3/36(1)        306       401
Leeward Renewable Energy Operations LLC 144A
4.250%, 7/1/29(1)
       905       914
PG&E Corp.      
5.000%, 7/1/28      1,210     1,273
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Utilities—continued    
5.250%, 7/1/30 $       703   $     737
        7,542
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $417,125)
  420,922
       
 
       
 
Leveraged Loans—3.2%
Aerospace—1.3%    
American Airlines, Inc. Tranche B-1 (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
5.500%, 4/20/28(3)
     1,100     1,138
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (3 month LIBOR + 3.750%)
4.750%, 10/20/27(3)
     1,000     1,056
Mileage Plus Holdings, LLC (3 month LIBOR + 5.250%)
6.250%, 6/21/27(3)
     3,789     3,991
        6,185
       
 
Energy—0.4%    
BCP Raptor II LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.750%)
4.854%, 11/3/25(3)
       813       809
BCP Raptor LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.250%)
5.250%, 6/24/24(3)
       813       811
        1,620
       
 
Financial—0.0%    
Ditech Holding Corp. Tranche B (3 month PRIME + 5.000%)
8.250%, 6/30/22(3)(5)
       292        57
Gaming / Leisure—0.4%    
Golden Nugget, Inc. First Lien (1 month LIBOR + 2.500%)
3.250%, 10/4/23(3)
     1,977     1,963
Health Care—0.2%    
Cano Health LLC (3 month LIBOR + 4.500%)
5.250%, 11/23/27(3)
       769       768
Information Technology—0.2%    
SolarWinds Holdings, Inc. 2018 (1 month LIBOR + 2.750%)
2.854%, 2/5/24(3)
       982       967
Service—0.2%    
Signal Parent, Inc. (1 month LIBOR + 3.500%)
4.250%, 4/3/28(3)
       995       965
Utility—0.5%    
PG&E Corp. Tranche B (3 month LIBOR + 3.000%)
3.500%, 6/23/25(3)
     2,415     2,386
Total Leveraged Loans
(Identified Cost $15,065)
   14,911
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares   Value
Preferred Stock—0.0%
Consumer Discretionary—0.0%    
Qurate Retail, Inc., 8.000%        957   $      99
Total Preferred Stock
(Identified Cost $98)
       99
       
 
       
 
    
  Par Value  
Convertible Bonds and Notes—0.5%
Communication Services—0.5%  
DISH Network Corp.
3.375%, 8/15/26
$     1,055     999
Liberty Interactive LLC
4.000%, 11/15/29
     1,250     937
Twitter, Inc. 144A
0.000%, 3/15/26(1)
       745     667
      2,603
     
 
Total Convertible Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $2,689)
  2,603
     
 
     
 
Total Long-Term Investments—93.5%
(Identified Cost $434,977)
438,535
     
 
     
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—3.9%
Money Market Mutual Fund—3.9%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(6) 17,997,419  17,997
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $17,997)
 17,997
     
 
     
 
Securities Lending Collateral—0.7%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(6)(7)  3,370,007   3,370
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $3,370)
  3,370
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.1%
(Identified Cost $456,344)
$459,902
Other assets and liabilities, net—1.9%   9,031
NET ASSETS—100.0% $468,933
    
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
REIT Real Estate Investment Trust
    
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $340,719 or 72.7% of net assets.
(2) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(3) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(4) No contractual maturity date.
(5) Security in default; no interest payments are being received during the bankruptcy proceedings.
(6) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(7) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 90%
Netherlands 2
Ireland 1
United Kingdom 1
Panama 1
Luxembourg 1
France 1
Other 3
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Corporate Bonds and Notes $420,922   $   $420,922
Leveraged Loans 14,911     14,911
Convertible Bonds and Notes 2,603     2,603
Equity Securities:          
Preferred Stock 99   99  
Securities Lending Collateral 3,370   3,370  
Money Market Mutual Fund 17,997   17,997  
Total Investments $459,902   $21,466   $438,436
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Municipal Bonds(1)—99.8%
Alabama—0.7%    
Jefferson County, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 9/15/33
$     1,500   $  1,803
Arizona—4.6%    
Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement & Power District Revenue      
5.000%, 1/1/26        500       588
5.000%, 1/1/27      5,410     6,565
5.000%, 1/1/28      1,000     1,246
5.000%, 12/1/32      3,020     3,461
       11,860
       
 
California—13.5%    
California County Tobacco Securitization Agency Revenue      
5.000%, 6/1/24        100       111
5.000%, 6/1/25        200       230
5.000%, 6/1/27        100       122
5.000%, 6/1/28        100       125
California State Public Works Board      
5.000%, 2/1/27      3,000     3,641
5.000%, 8/1/27      4,000     4,860
5.000%, 8/1/31      3,000     3,975
5.000%, 8/1/34      2,750     3,609
5.000%, 8/1/35      1,500     1,965
California, State of,      
General Obligation
5.000%, 9/1/27
     1,250     1,546
General Obligation
5.000%, 4/1/37
     4,000     4,387
City of Vernon CA Electric System Revenue      
5.000%, 8/1/39        450       565
5.000%, 8/1/40        365       458
5.000%, 8/1/41        400       501
East Bay Municipal Utility District Water System Revenue
5.000%, 6/1/33
     1,940     2,377
University of California      
5.000%, 5/15/26      1,000     1,176
5.000%, 5/15/27      2,000     2,419
5.000%, 5/15/29      2,000     2,545
       34,612
       
 
Colorado—2.6%    
E-470 Public Highway Authority
5.000%, 9/1/40
     1,500     1,667
Pueblo County School District No. 70,      
General Obligation (State AID Withholding Insured)
4.000%, 12/1/27
     1,000     1,186
General Obligation (State AID Withholding Insured)
4.000%, 12/1/28
     1,340     1,619
Regional Transportation District      
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 1/15/27
       900     1,071
Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 7/15/27
     1,025     1,235
        6,778
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
Connecticut—2.7%    
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority Revenue
4.000%, 7/1/40
$     1,000   $  1,160
Connecticut, State of,      
General Obligation
5.000%, 7/15/28
     1,500     1,886
General Obligation
4.000%, 1/15/38
     3,250     3,950
        6,996
       
 
District of Columbia—1.3%    
District of Columbia, General Obligation
5.000%, 6/1/31
     2,825     3,398
Florida—0.6%    
Florida Municipal Power Agency Revenue      
3.000%, 10/1/32        750       826
3.000%, 10/1/33        750       823
        1,649
       
 
Georgia—0.4%    
Atlanta, City of, Department of Aviation Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/28
     1,000     1,092
Hawaii—0.1%    
Hawaii, State of,      
General Obligation (Pre-Refunded 11/1/22 @ 100)
5.000%, 11/1/29
        60        63
General Obligation (Pre-Refunded 11/1/22 @ 100)
5.000%, 11/1/29
       160       166
          229
       
 
Illinois—4.3%    
Chicago O’Hare International Airport Revenue,      
Senior Lien
5.000%, 1/1/26
     2,300     2,672
Senior Lien
5.000%, 1/1/29
     1,595     2,009
Senior Lien
5.000%, 1/1/30
     1,500     1,928
Senior Lien
4.000%, 1/1/35
     1,000     1,186
Illinois Finance Authority Revenue
5.000%, 7/1/28
     2,605     3,143
       10,938
       
 
Indiana—2.6%    
Crown Point Multi School Building Corp. (State Intercept Insured)
5.000%, 1/15/28
     3,475     4,287
MSD of Wash Township School Building Corp. (State Intercept Insured)
5.000%, 1/15/28
     2,000     2,460
        6,747
       
 
Maryland—5.3%    
Anne Arundel County, General Obligation
5.000%, 10/1/30
     2,615     3,126
See Notes to Financial Statements
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Maryland—continued    
Maryland, State of,      
General Obligation
5.000%, 3/1/27
$     2,000   $  2,442
General Obligation
5.000%, 3/15/31
     3,500     4,359
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Revenue (CNTY GTD Insured)
5.000%, 6/15/30
     3,000     3,663
       13,590
       
 
Massachusetts—1.1%    
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority Revenue      
5.000%, 8/1/38        930     1,236
5.000%, 8/1/39      1,120     1,485
        2,721
       
 
Minnesota—6.2%    
Edina Independent School District No. 273, General Obligation (SD CRED PROG Insured)
5.000%, 2/1/30
     4,700     5,337
Minnesota, State of,      
General Obligation,
Series 2015-A 5.000%, 8/1/29
     4,000     4,637
General Obligation,
Series 2016-A 5.000%, 8/1/29
     5,000     5,974
       15,948
       
 
Mississippi—2.4%    
Mississippi, State of,      
General Obligation
5.000%, 10/1/36
     3,000     3,761
General Obligation
4.000%, 10/1/37
     2,000     2,368
        6,129
       
 
New Jersey—1.2%    
New Jersey, State of, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 6/1/29
     1,250     1,587
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Revenue
5.000%, 6/15/25
     1,200     1,374
        2,961
       
 
New York—7.9%    
Monroe County Industrial Development Corp.      
5.000%, 12/1/26        700       836
5.000%, 12/1/27      1,200     1,469
5.000%, 12/1/29        725       927
5.000%, 12/1/30        500       652
New York City Transitional Finance Authority Future Tax Secured Revenue
5.000%, 2/1/30
     6,400     6,423
New York City Transitional Finance Authority Future Tax Secured, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 2/1/28
     4,000     4,376
New York Liberty Development Corp.      
3.000%, 2/15/42      1,000     1,058
4.000%, 2/15/43      1,500     1,751
  Par Value   Value
       
New York—continued    
New York State Dormitory Authority, Sales Tax Revenue
5.000%, 3/15/28
$     2,500   $  2,747
       20,239
       
 
North Carolina—1.0%    
County of Mecklenburg, General Obligation
5.000%, 3/1/28
     2,000     2,512
North Dakota—1.3%    
North Dakota Public Finance Authority Revenue
5.000%, 10/1/28
     3,000     3,366
Ohio—5.4%    
Ohio, State of,      
4.000%, 1/15/39      2,150     2,460
General Obligation
5.000%, 2/1/29
     1,000     1,281
General Obligation
5.000%, 3/1/29
       800     1,027
General Obligation
5.000%, 6/15/32
     7,735     9,070
       13,838
       
 
Oklahoma—0.4%    
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
5.000%, 4/1/28
       850     1,065
Oregon—2.3%    
Hillsboro School District No. 1J, General Obligation (SCH BD GTY Insured)
5.000%, 6/15/31
     1,000     1,223
Oregon Health & Science University
5.000%, 7/1/46
     2,000     2,563
Portland, Port of, Airport Revenue      
5.000%, 7/1/26        750       885
5.000%, 7/1/30      1,000     1,185
        5,856
       
 
Pennsylvania—2.5%    
Lancaster County Hospital Authority Revenue
5.000%, 11/1/37
       580       727
Lancaster County Hospital Authority Revenue
5.000%, 11/1/40
     1,100     1,372
Pennsylvania Higher Educational Facilities Authority      
5.000%, 8/15/28        650       793
5.000%, 8/15/29        600       746
4.000%, 8/15/36      1,250     1,480
4.000%, 8/15/40      1,180     1,385
        6,503
       
 
Tennessee—1.4%    
Tennessee, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 9/1/30
     3,005     3,703
Texas—14.2%    
Austin, City of, General Obligation
5.000%, 9/1/28
     1,150     1,459
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Texas—continued    
Brazosport Independent School District      
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/27
$     1,400   $  1,699
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/28
     1,080     1,344
Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Revenue      
5.000%, 1/1/27      1,075     1,248
5.000%, 1/1/30        500       640
5.000%, 1/1/31        500       653
Senior Lien
5.000%, 1/1/29
       500       628
Senior Lien
5.000%, 1/1/30
     1,300     1,665
Comal Independent School District General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/1/26
     1,000     1,178
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District      
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/27
     1,500     1,820
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/28
     1,500     1,867
Dallas, City of, Waterworks & Sewer System Revenue
5.000%, 10/1/31
     6,845     8,212
Eagle Mountain & Saginaw Independent School District,      
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 8/15/27
     1,250     1,538
General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 8/15/28
     1,000     1,261
North Texas Municipal Water District Upper East Fork Wastewater Interceptor System Revenue
4.500%, 6/1/30
     1,040     1,298
North Texas Municipal Water District Water System Revenue
5.000%, 9/1/31
       500       629
Northwest Independent School District, General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/27
     2,600     2,971
San Antonio, City of, Electric & Gas Systems Revenue
5.000%, 2/1/26
     1,000     1,175
Texas Water Development Board Revenue
5.000%, 4/15/26
       900     1,068
Texas, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 8/1/27
     2,540     2,835
Wichita Falls Independent School District, General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
4.000%, 2/1/29
     1,000     1,205
       36,393
       
 
Virginia—2.7%    
County of Fairfax, General Obligation (State AID Withholding Insured)
5.000%, 10/1/28
     1,000     1,273
Virginia College Building Authority Revenue
5.000%, 2/1/29
     4,750     5,557
        6,830
       
 
Washington—8.9%    
Energy Northwest Revenue      
5.000%, 7/1/33      1,570     1,910
  Par Value   Value
       
Washington—continued    
5.000%, 7/1/34 $     8,000   $   9,154
University of Washington      
5.000%, 4/1/27        700       854
5.000%, 4/1/28      2,000     2,504
Washington, State of,      
General Obligation
5.000%, 8/1/29
     2,045     2,511
General Obligation
5.000%, 2/1/30
     5,000     5,863
       22,796
       
 
Wisconsin—2.2%    
Public Finance Authority      
5.000%, 6/1/27        300       365
5.000%, 6/1/28        500       624
5.000%, 6/1/29        700       892
5.000%, 6/1/30      1,000     1,300
Wisconsin, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 5/1/27
     2,000     2,448
        5,629
       
 
Total Municipal Bonds
(Identified Cost $248,814)
  256,181
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—99.8%
(Identified Cost $248,814)
  256,181
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—11.9%
Money Market Mutual Fund—11.9%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(2) 30,652,641  30,653
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $30,653)
 30,653
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—111.7%
(Identified Cost $279,467)
$286,834
Other assets and liabilities, net—(11.7)% (30,070)
NET ASSETS—100.0% $256,764
    
Abbreviations:
CNTY GTD County Guarantee Program
PSF-GTD Permanent School Fund Guarantee Program
SCH BD GTY School Bond Guaranty
SD CRED PROG State Credit Enhancement Program
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) At December 31, 2021, 12.5% of the securities in the portfolio are backed by insurance of financial institutions and financial guaranty assurance agencies.
(2) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
85


Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Municipal Bonds $256,181   $   $256,181
Money Market Mutual Fund 30,653   30,653  
Total Investments $286,834   $30,653   $256,181
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
86


Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
U.S. Government Securities—61.1%
U.S. Treasury Notes      
0.125%, 8/15/23 $   933   $    925
0.125%, 12/15/23  1,642    1,623
0.375%, 4/15/24  2,220    2,198
0.375%, 8/15/24  2,320    2,289
1.000%, 12/15/24    392      393
Total U.S. Government Securities
(Identified Cost $7,486)
   7,428
       
 
       
 
Mortgage-Backed Securities—11.4%
Agency—5.5%    
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily Structured Pass-Through Certificates KJ27, A1
2.092%, 7/25/24
   103      104
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMIC      
4309, B
3.000%, 8/15/39
    15       15
4612, HA
2.500%, 5/15/41
    17       17
Federal National Mortgage Association REMIC      
2014-74, AE
3.000%, 9/25/40
    85       87
2017-33, DA
3.500%, 7/25/43
    31       31
2018-76, NA
3.500%, 7/25/43
   232      236
Government National Mortgage Association II 2013-23, VU
2.500%, 11/20/42
   174      178
         668
       
 
Non-Agency—5.9%    
BWAY Mortgage Trust 2013-1515, A1 144A
2.809%, 3/10/33(1)
   133      136
COMM Mortgage Trust      
2013-WWP, D 144A
3.898%, 3/10/31(1)
   170      175
2012-CR2, A3 144A
2.841%, 8/15/45(1)
    87       87
2012-CR5, A3
2.540%, 12/10/45
    71       72
2013-CR7, A4
3.213%, 3/10/46
   110      112
FRESB Mortgage Trust 2016-SB17, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 5/25/36(2)
    29       29
Goldman Sachs Mortgage Securities Corp. II 2012-BWTR, A 144A
2.954%, 11/5/34(1)
   100      101
         712
       
 
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $1,374)
   1,380
       
 
       
 
Asset-Backed Securities—4.7%
Automobiles—1.0%    
Volkswagen Auto Loan Enhanced Trust 2021-1, A3
1.020%, 6/22/26
   125      125
  Par Value   Value
       
Credit Card—1.8%    
CARDS II Trust 2021-1A, A 144A
0.602%, 4/15/27(1)
$   150   $    148
Discover Card Execution Note Trust 2019-A3, A
1.890%, 10/15/24
    65       66
         214
       
 
Other—1.1%    
CenterPoint Energy Transition Bond Co. IV LLC 2012-1, A3
3.028%, 10/15/25
   130      134
Student Loan—0.8%    
SLM Student Loan Trust 2005-7, A4 (3 month LIBOR + 0.150%)
0.274%, 10/25/29(2)
    97       96
Total Asset-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $571)
     569
       
 
       
 
Corporate Bonds and Notes—25.9%
Communication Services—2.3%    
AT&T, Inc.
0.900%, 3/25/24
   282      281
Consumer Discretionary—1.2%    
Hyatt Hotels Corp.
1.800%, 10/1/24
    84       84
Ralph Lauren Corp.
1.700%, 6/15/22
    61       61
         145
       
 
Consumer Staples—0.9%    
7-Eleven, Inc. 144A
0.800%, 2/10/24(1)
   107      106
Energy—4.5%    
Continental Resources, Inc. 144A
2.268%, 11/15/26(1)
   126      125
HollyFrontier Corp.
2.625%, 10/1/23
   119      121
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
0.750%, 1/15/24
   179      177
Williams Cos., Inc. (The)
4.300%, 3/4/24
   116      122
         545
       
 
Financials—7.6%    
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC
1.650%, 10/29/24
   265      265
Daimler Trucks Finance North America LLC 144A
1.625%, 12/13/24(1)
   195      196
General Motors Financial Co., Inc.
1.700%, 8/18/23
   125      126
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)
0.657%, 9/10/24
   205      203
See Notes to Financial Statements
87


Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Financials—continued    
State Street Corp.
2.825%, 3/30/23
$   135   $    136
         926
       
 
Health Care—1.9%    
AbbVie, Inc.
2.300%, 11/21/22
   117      119
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
2.600%, 5/16/22
   104      105
         224
       
 
Industrials—6.5%    
Boeing Co. (The)
4.508%, 5/1/23
   378      395
Canadian Pacific Railway Co.
1.350%, 12/2/24
   232      232
Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd. 144A
4.500%, 3/15/23(1)
   162      167
         794
       
 
Utilities—1.0%    
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
1.750%, 6/16/22
   123      123
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $3,127)
   3,144
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—103.1%
(Identified Cost $12,558)
  12,521
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—0.6%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.6%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 76,775     77
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $77)
    77
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—103.7%
(Identified Cost $12,635)
$12,598
Other assets and liabilities, net—(3.7)%   (452)
NET ASSETS—100.0% $12,146
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
REMIC Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduit
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $1,241 or 10.2% of net assets.
(2) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 94%
Canada 3
Ireland 2
Cayman Islands 1
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
88


Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Asset-Backed Securities $ 569   $—   $ 569
Corporate Bonds and Notes 3,144     3,144
Mortgage-Backed Securities 1,380     1,380
U.S. Government Securities 7,428     7,428
Money Market Mutual Fund 77   77  
Total Investments $12,598   $77   $12,521
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
89


Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Municipal Bonds(1)—94.0%
Arizona—12.0%    
Arizona State University
0.100%, 7/1/34(2)
$    350   $  350
Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement & Power District Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/26
    500     589
        939
       
 
California—7.1%    
California County Tobacco Securitization Agency Revenue
5.000%, 6/1/26
    100     119
California, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 12/1/27
    350     436
        555
       
 
Colorado—5.1%    
Colorado, City of, Springs Co. Utilities System Revenue
0.080%, 11/1/41(2)
    400     400
Connecticut—5.2%    
Connecticut, State of, Special Tax Revenue
5.000%, 5/1/22
    400     406
Georgia—11.5%    
Atlanta, City of, Department of Aviation Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/28
    250     273
Forsyth County School District General Obligation
5.000%, 2/1/26
    250     295
Private Colleges & Universities Authority
5.000%, 4/1/27
    275     333
        901
       
 
New Jersey—11.9%    
New Jersey, State of, General Obligation
5.000%, 6/1/26
    500     591
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Revenue
5.000%, 6/15/25
    300     344
        935
       
 
New York—7.4%    
Monroe County Industrial Development Corp.
5.000%, 12/1/26
    300     358
New York City Water & Sewer System Revenue
5.000%, 6/15/25
    200     218
        576
       
 
North Carolina—4.5%    
Charlotte, City of, Water & Sewer System Revenue
0.100%, 7/1/36(2)
    350     350
Texas—24.6%    
Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District General Obligation (PSF-GTD Insured)
5.000%, 2/15/22
    250     251
  Par Value   Value
       
Texas—continued    
Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/27
$    175   $   203
North Texas Tollway Authority,      
Toll Highway Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/25
    625     654
Toll Highway Revenue
5.000%, 1/1/26
    500     523
Texas Water Development Board Revenue
5.000%, 4/15/26
    250     297
      1,928
       
 
Washington—4.7%    
University of Washington
5.000%, 4/1/27
    300     366
Total Municipal Bonds
(Identified Cost $7,267)
  7,356
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—94.0%
(Identified Cost $7,267)
  7,356
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—5.3%
Money Market Mutual Fund—5.3%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 417,310   417
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $417)
  417
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.3%
(Identified Cost $7,684)
$7,773
Other assets and liabilities, net—0.7%    52
NET ASSETS—100.0% $7,825
    
Abbreviation:
PSF-GTD Permanent School Fund Guarantee Program
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) At December 31, 2021, 3.2% of the securities in the portfolio are backed by insurance of financial institutions and financial guaranty assurance agencies.
(2) Variable or step coupon security; interest rate shown reflects the rate in effect at December 31, 2021. For securities based on a published reference rate and spread, the reference rate and spread are indicated in the description above. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their description above.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
90


Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Municipal Bonds $7,356   $   $7,356
Money Market Mutual Fund 417   417  
Total Investments $7,773   $417   $7,356
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
91


Seix Total Return Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
U.S. Government Securities—47.5%
U.S. Treasury Bonds
2.000%, 8/15/51
$   31,386   $  31,994
U.S. Treasury Notes      
1.750%, 5/31/22(1)    24,000    24,156
1.375%, 6/30/23    45,330    45,868
0.125%, 12/15/23     8,093     8,000
0.375%, 7/15/24     2,926     2,890
0.500%, 3/31/25     3,936     3,871
0.250%, 9/30/25    27,027    26,172
0.875%, 6/30/26     4,862     4,785
1.375%, 11/15/31    32,578    32,166
Total U.S. Government Securities
(Identified Cost $180,875)
  179,902
       
 
       
 
Mortgage-Backed Securities—21.0%
Agency—15.7%    
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.      
Pool #G60019
4.500%, 3/1/44
      455       501
Pool #Q35611
4.000%, 9/1/45
    1,307     1,416
Pool #V81992
4.000%, 10/1/45
      811       881
Pool #G60661
4.000%, 7/1/46
      902       975
Pool #Q42921
3.500%, 9/1/46
    1,396     1,485
Pool #ZM5226
3.500%, 12/1/47
    1,120     1,200
Pool #Q53881
4.500%, 1/1/48
    1,185     1,295
Pool #ZT0509
3.000%, 8/1/48
      399       419
Pool #Q61680
4.000%, 2/1/49
    1,053     1,137
Pool #QA3079
3.500%, 10/1/49
      586       626
Pool #QA4766
3.500%, 11/1/49
    1,294     1,385
Pool #SD0164
3.500%, 12/1/49
    2,198     2,350
Pool #QA8967
3.000%, 4/1/50
    1,649     1,715
Pool #QC2300
3.000%, 5/1/51
      763       800
Pool #QC2692
3.000%, 6/1/51
      880       921
Pool #QC2749
3.000%, 6/1/51
    1,331     1,382
Pool #QC2868
3.000%, 6/1/51
      128       134
Pool #QC2869
3.000%, 6/1/51
    1,975     2,068
Pool #QC2830
3.500%, 6/1/51
      355       374
Pool #QC4721
3.000%, 7/1/51
    2,579     2,702
Pool #QC5404
3.500%, 8/1/51
      278       296
Pool #QC6249
3.500%, 9/1/51
    1,160     1,233
  Par Value   Value
       
Agency—continued    
Federal National Mortgage Association      
Pool #FM1039
3.500%, 4/1/39
$    1,096   $  1,163
Pool #BE5050
4.000%, 9/1/45
    1,760     1,932
Pool #BN8510
3.500%, 5/1/49
      344       363
Pool #BO1345
3.500%, 8/1/49
    1,521     1,619
Pool #BO1351
4.000%, 8/1/49
      710       763
Pool #BO3024
3.500%, 10/1/49
    1,107     1,192
Pool #BO4386
3.500%, 11/1/49
    1,440     1,522
Pool #CA5122
3.000%, 2/1/50
    1,569     1,640
Pool #FM3181
4.000%, 4/1/50
      322       352
Pool #BP5432
3.000%, 6/1/50
      768       803
Pool #BR9135
3.000%, 5/1/51
    1,204     1,255
Pool #FM7290
3.000%, 5/1/51
    2,194     2,296
Pool #BT0907
3.000%, 6/1/51
      713       744
Pool #BT1809
3.000%, 6/1/51
    3,674     3,824
Pool #BT2849
3.000%, 6/1/51
    1,685     1,762
Pool #BT3321
3.000%, 6/1/51
      879       917
Pool #FM7539
3.000%, 6/1/51
    1,946     2,038
Pool #CB0867
3.500%, 6/1/51
    1,526     1,620
Pool #FM7984
3.500%, 6/1/51
    2,600     2,744
Pool #BT5686
3.000%, 7/1/51
    1,809     1,890
Pool #FM9098
3.000%, 10/1/51
    3,674     3,842
       59,576
       
 
Non-Agency—5.3%    
BBCMS Trust 2021-C10, A5
2.492%, 7/15/54
    1,500     1,530
BB-UBS Trust      
2012-SHOW, A 144A
3.430%, 11/5/36(2)
      200       207
2012-SHOW, B 144A
3.882%, 11/5/36(2)
    1,465     1,511
BWAY Mortgage Trust 2013-1515, A2 144A
3.454%, 3/10/33(2)
    1,830     1,915
Century Plaza Towers 2019-CPT, B 144A
2.997%, 11/13/39(2)(3)
    1,495     1,543
CF Hippolyta LLC      
2020-1, A1 144A
1.690%, 7/15/60(2)
      948       940
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Non-Agency—continued    
2020-1, B1 144A
2.280%, 7/15/60(2)
$      759   $     759
Goldman Sachs Mortgage Securities Corp. II      
2005-ROCK, A 144A
5.366%, 5/3/32(2)
    1,586     1,766
2012-BWTR, A 144A
2.954%, 11/5/34(2)
      575       580
Goldman Sachs Mortgage Securities Corp. Trust 2018-HULA, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.920%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.920%) 144A
1.030%, 7/15/25(2)(3)
      499       498
MAD Mortgage Trust 2017-330M, A 144A
3.188%, 8/15/34(2)(3)
      635       642
Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust 2014-150E, A 144A
3.912%, 9/9/32(2)
    1,175     1,229
One Bryant Park Trust 2019-OBP, A 144A
2.516%, 9/15/54(2)
    1,340     1,356
SLG Office Trust 2021-OVA, A 144A
2.585%, 7/15/41(2)
    2,175     2,226
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust      
2013-BTC, A 144A
3.544%, 4/16/35(2)
    1,320     1,344
2021-SAVE, A (1 month LIBOR + 1.150%, Cap N/A, Floor 1.150%) 144A
1.260%, 2/15/40(2)(3)
      768       769
WFRBS Commercial Mortgage Trust 2012-C10, AS
3.241%, 12/15/45
    1,080     1,093
       19,908
       
 
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $78,508)
   79,484
       
 
       
 
Asset-Backed Securities—4.7%
Credit Card—1.5%    
Capital One Multi-Asset Execution Trust 2005-B3, B3 (3 month LIBOR + 0.550%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.550%)
0.674%, 5/15/28(3)
    3,024     3,003
Citibank Credit Card Issuance Trust 2017-A6, A6 (1 month LIBOR + 0.770%)
0.879%, 5/14/29(3)
    2,710     2,753
        5,756
       
 
Other—3.2%    
Arby’s Funding LLC 2020-1A, A2 144A
3.237%, 7/30/50(2)
      563       574
DB Master Finance LLC 2021-1A, A23 144A
2.791%, 11/20/51(2)
    1,785     1,781
Five Guys Funding LLC 2017-1A, A2 144A
4.600%, 7/25/47(2)
      982     1,015
Jersey Mike’s Funding 2019-1A, A2 144A
4.433%, 2/15/50(2)
    1,975     2,073
New Economy Assets Phase 1 Sponsor LLC 2021-1, A1 144A
1.910%, 10/20/61(2)(4)
    1,385     1,358
Stack Infrastructure Issuer LLC 2021-1A, A2 144A
1.877%, 3/26/46(2)
    1,220     1,199
Taco Bell Funding LLC 2021-1A, A23 144A
2.542%, 8/25/51(2)
    1,400     1,368
  Par Value   Value
       
Other—continued    
Vantage Data Centers LLC 2020-2A, A2 144A
1.992%, 9/15/45(2)
$    1,425   $   1,398
Wendy’s Funding LLC 2018-1A, A2II 144A
3.884%, 3/15/48(2)
    1,301     1,351
       12,117
       
 
Total Asset-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $17,758)
   17,873
       
 
       
 
Corporate Bonds and Notes—24.9%
Communication Services—1.7%    
AT&T, Inc.      
2.250%, 2/1/32       967       934
3.300%, 2/1/52       951       931
3.500%, 9/15/53     1,810     1,826
Verizon Communications, Inc.
3.400%, 3/22/41
      657       688
ViacomCBS, Inc.      
4.200%, 5/19/32       759       856
4.950%, 5/19/50       934     1,191
        6,426
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—3.1%    
Carnival Corp. 144A
9.875%, 8/1/27(2)
    4,291     4,903
Ford Motor Co.
3.250%, 2/12/32
    1,769     1,812
Hyatt Hotels Corp.
1.800%, 10/1/24
      743       744
Kohl’s Corp.
3.375%, 5/1/31(5)
    1,044     1,063
Lear Corp.
3.550%, 1/15/52
      839       830
Marriott International, Inc. Series GG
3.500%, 10/15/32
    1,161     1,216
Tapestry, Inc.
3.050%, 3/15/32
    1,041     1,047
       11,615
       
 
Energy—3.2%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
4.450%, 7/15/27
      368       403
Continental Resources, Inc. 144A
2.875%, 4/1/32(2)
    1,307     1,279
Enterprise Products Operating LLC
4.200%, 1/31/50
      923     1,035
HollyFrontier Corp.
4.500%, 10/1/30
    1,466     1,579
Petroleos Mexicanos 144A
6.700%, 2/16/32(2)
    2,718     2,745
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
1.900%, 8/15/30
    2,546     2,418
Plains All American Pipeline LP
3.800%, 9/15/30
    1,571     1,640
Williams Cos., Inc. (The)
3.500%, 10/15/51
      919       928
       12,027
       
 
 
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December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Financials—8.8%    
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC      
3.300%, 1/30/32 $      843   $    859
3.850%, 10/29/41       834       869
Avolon Holdings Funding Ltd. 144A
2.125%, 2/21/26(2)
    1,822     1,788
Bank of America Corp.      
2.087%, 6/14/29       812       806
2.572%, 10/20/32     1,355     1,362
Chubb INA Holdings, Inc.
1.375%, 9/15/30
    1,405     1,323
Daimler Trucks Finance North America LLC 144A
2.500%, 12/14/31(2)
      876       876
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC      
2.900%, 2/16/28     1,255     1,258
4.000%, 11/13/30     1,920     2,066
General Motors Financial Co., Inc.      
2.750%, 6/20/25     1,995     2,059
3.600%, 6/21/30     1,922     2,050
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)
1.542%, 9/10/27
    2,001     1,960
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)
2.800%, 8/19/29
      869       901
JPMorgan Chase & Co.      
3.207%, 4/1/23     1,100     1,107
0.824%, 6/1/25     1,283     1,268
Morgan Stanley      
0.791%, 1/22/25       644       637
1.593%, 5/4/27     1,689     1,672
Newcrest Finance Pty Ltd. 144A
4.200%, 5/13/50(2)
      934     1,058
Old Republic International Corp.
3.850%, 6/11/51
    1,063     1,143
OneMain Finance Corp.
4.000%, 9/15/30
    2,116     2,081
State Street Corp.
2.200%, 3/3/31
    1,696     1,681
SVB Financial Group Series D
4.250% (6)
      500       507
U.S. Bancorp
3.700% (6)
    1,171     1,171
United Airlines Pass-Through-Trust      
2020-1, A
5.875%, 10/15/27
    1,340     1,467
2020-1, B
4.875%, 1/15/26
      521       542
US Bank NA
2.050%, 1/21/25
      712       728
       33,239
       
 
Health Care—1.3%    
AbbVie, Inc.
4.250%, 11/21/49
    1,645     1,978
Anthem, Inc.
1.500%, 3/15/26
    1,768     1,766
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
4.250%, 10/26/49
      416       514
CommonSpirit Health
4.187%, 10/1/49
      575       669
        4,927
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
Industrials—2.1%    
Boeing Co. (The)      
3.625%, 2/1/31 $    2,015   $   2,149
5.805%, 5/1/50     2,686     3,637
Canadian Pacific Railway Co.
3.100%, 12/2/51
    1,201     1,235
Honeywell International, Inc.
1.100%, 3/1/27
    1,096     1,065
        8,086
       
 
Information Technology—1.4%    
Dell International LLC 144A
3.450%, 12/15/51(2)
    1,721     1,652
HP, Inc. 144A
2.650%, 6/17/31(2)
    1,363     1,344
Micron Technology, Inc.
3.477%, 11/1/51
    1,037     1,062
Western Digital Corp.
2.850%, 2/1/29
    1,090     1,100
        5,158
       
 
Materials—1.5%    
Barrick PD Australia Finance Pty Ltd.
5.950%, 10/15/39
    1,747     2,377
LYB International Finance III LLC
3.625%, 4/1/51
      693       734
Newmont Corp.      
2.250%, 10/1/30     1,254     1,236
6.250%, 10/1/39     1,123     1,566
        5,913
       
 
Real Estate—0.2%    
Tanger Properties LP
2.750%, 9/1/31
      987       958
Utilities—1.6%    
Boardwalk Pipelines LP
3.400%, 2/15/31
      625       645
Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc.
3.950%, 4/1/50
      886     1,012
Dominion Energy, Inc. Series C
3.375%, 4/1/30
    1,245     1,321
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
2.500%, 2/1/31
      948       903
Southern Co. (The) Series A
3.700%, 4/30/30
    2,065     2,246
        6,127
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $90,560)
   94,476
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—98.1%
(Identified Cost $367,701)
  371,735
       
 
       
 
    
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Short-Term Investment—2.4%
Money Market Mutual Fund—2.4%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(7) 9,008,284   $   9,008
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $9,008)
    9,008
       
 
       
 
Securities Lending Collateral—0.0%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(7)(8)   100,510       101
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $101)
      101
       
 
       
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.5%
(Identified Cost $376,810)
  $380,844
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.5)%    (1,762)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $379,082
    
Abbreviations:
CDX.NA.HY Credit Default Swap North American High Yield
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
LP Limited Partnership
NA National Association
Footnote Legend:
(1) All or a portion of the security is segregated as collateral for open swap contracts.
(2) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $45,047 or 11.9% of net assets.
(3) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(4) The value of this security was determined using significant unobservable inputs and is reported as a Level 3 security in the Fair Value Hierarchy table located after the Schedule of Investments.
(5) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(6) No contractual maturity date.
(7) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(8) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
    
Counterparties:  
ICE Intercontinental Exchange
Centrally cleared credit default swap - buy protection(1) outstanding as of December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Reference Entity Payment
Frequency
Counterparty Fixed
Rate
Expiration
Date
Notional
Amount(2)
Value   Premiums
Paid
(Received)
  Unrealized
Appreciation
  Unrealized
(Depreciation)
CDX.NA.HY.37 Quarterly ICE 5.000% 12/20/26 $(27,850)  $ (2,610)   $ (2,544)   $ —    $ (66)
Total $ (2,610)    $ (2,544)    $—    $ (66)
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) If the Fund is a buyer of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement, the Fund will either: (i) receive from the seller of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and deliver the referenced obligation or underlying investments comprising the referenced index; or (ii) receive a net settlement amount in the form of cash or investments equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation or underlying investments comprising the referenced index.
(2) The maximum potential amount the Fund could be required to pay as a seller of credit protection or receive as a buyer of credit protection if a credit event occurs as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
  Level 3
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
Assets:              
Debt Securities:              
Asset-Backed Securities $ 17,873   $   $ 16,515   $1,358
Corporate Bonds and Notes 94,476     94,476  
Mortgage-Backed Securities 79,484     79,484  
U.S. Government Securities 179,902     179,902  
Securities Lending Collateral 101   101    
Money Market Mutual Fund 9,008   9,008    
Total Assets 380,844   9,109   370,377   1,358
Liabilities:              
Other Financial Instruments:              
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swap (2,610)     (2,610)  
Total Liabilities (2,610)     (2,610)  
Total Investments $378,234   $9,109   $367,767   $1,358
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
Some of the Fund’s investments that were categorized as Level 3 were valued utilizing third party pricing information without adjustment. Such valuations are based on unobservable inputs. A significant change in third party information could result in a significantly lower or higher value of Level 3 investments.
Management has determined that the amount of Level 3 securities compared to total net assets is not material; therefore, the rollforward of Level 3 securities and assumptions are not shown for the period ended December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities—90.4%
Agency—90.4%    
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.      
Pool #G15762
3.000%, 1/1/31
$     1,852   $  1,955
Pool #ZS7409
3.000%, 4/1/31
       930       981
Pool #ZK9061
3.000%, 11/1/32
       117       123
Pool #848744 (12 month LIBOR + 1.789%, Cap 9.141%, Floor 1.789%)
2.055%, 5/1/34(1)
     3,815     3,995
Pool #848736 (12 month LIBOR + 1.750%, Cap 9.574%, Floor 1.750%)
2.033%, 5/1/35(1)
     6,409     6,716
Pool #QN5762
2.500%, 4/1/36
    11,144    11,566
Pool #QN6202
2.500%, 5/1/36
     5,398     5,603
Pool #RC2051
2.500%, 5/1/36
     6,666     6,930
Pool #QN6441
3.000%, 5/1/36
     1,098     1,154
Pool #848747 (12 month LIBOR + 1.866%, Cap 10.006%, Floor 1.866%)
2.142%, 7/1/36(1)
     3,518     3,691
Pool #RC2157
2.500%, 7/1/36
    12,473    12,966
Pool #SB8125
3.000%, 7/1/36
    12,032    12,654
Pool #SB8134
3.000%, 10/1/36
       871       916
Pool #1Q1195 (12 month LIBOR + 1.608%, Cap 10.168%, Floor 1.608%)
1.900%, 5/1/37(1)
     2,398     2,510
Pool #848796 (12 month LIBOR + 1.822%, Cap 9.920%, Floor 1.822%)
2.131%, 5/1/37(1)
     6,697     7,043
Pool #1Q1420 (12 month LIBOR + 1.822%, Cap 10.656%, Floor 1.822%)
2.079%, 9/1/39(1)
     2,212     2,330
Pool #2B3257 (12 month LIBOR + 1.630%, Cap 8.038%, Floor 1.630%)
3.037%, 10/1/44(1)
       872       907
Pool #1B6503 (12 month LIBOR + 1.605%, Cap 6.926%, Floor 1.605%)
1.925%, 1/1/51(1)
     2,779     2,838
Pool #1B6504 (12 month LIBOR + 1.612%, Cap 7.266%, Floor 1.612%)
2.266%, 1/1/51(1)
     6,707     6,894
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily Structured Pass-Through Certificates      
KF29, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.360%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.360%)
0.454%, 2/25/24(1)
     3,994     4,003
KF32, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.370%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.370%)
0.464%, 5/25/24(1)
     1,707     1,709
KJ27, A1
2.092%, 7/25/24
     1,277     1,291
KF36, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.340%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.340%)
0.434%, 8/25/24(1)
     4,636     4,641
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
KF34, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.360%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.370%)
0.454%, 8/25/24(1)
$     2,059   $  2,064
KL3W, AFLW (1 month LIBOR + 0.450%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.450%)
0.544%, 8/25/25(1)
    21,609    21,709
KF55, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.510%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.510%)
0.604%, 11/25/25(1)
     5,324     5,350
KF62, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.480%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.480%)
0.574%, 4/25/26(1)
     2,113     2,123
KF74, AS (SOFR + 0.530%)
0.580%, 1/25/27(1)
    13,346    13,400
KF81, AS (SOFR30A + 0.400%)
0.450%, 6/25/27(1)
     7,527     7,550
KF79, AL (1 month LIBOR + 0.470%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.470%)
0.564%, 5/25/30(1)
    20,367    20,460
KF79, AS (SOFR30A + 0.580%)
0.630%, 5/25/30(1)
    13,887    13,973
KF82, AL (1 month LIBOR + 0.370%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.370%)
0.464%, 6/25/30(1)
     8,761     8,781
KF82, AS (SOFR30A + 0.420%)
0.470%, 6/25/30(1)
     5,037     5,062
KF80, AS (SOFR30A + 0.510%)
0.560%, 6/25/30(1)
     8,641     8,689
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMIC      
4224, KC
3.000%, 5/15/32
     2,476     2,557
2781, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 7.500%, Floor 0.350%)
0.460%, 4/15/34(1)
     3,497     3,485
4879, DF (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.400%)
0.510%, 8/15/34(1)
     5,441     5,507
2980, FJ (1 month LIBOR + 0.300%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.300%)
0.410%, 11/15/34(1)
     6,368     6,411
3107, FC (1 month LIBOR + 0.300%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.300%)
0.410%, 6/15/35(1)
     3,072     3,079
4048, GF (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.350%)
0.460%, 10/15/40(1)
     1,886     1,889
3820, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.350%)
0.460%, 3/15/41(1)
     7,480     7,544
3990, GF (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.400%)
0.510%, 3/15/41(1)
     3,202     3,215
4547, A
3.000%, 12/15/41
       647       654
4571, GA
3.000%, 1/15/42
       322       325
4203, PF (1 month LIBOR + 0.250%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.250%)
0.360%, 9/15/42(1)
     6,304     6,289
4136, EF (1 month LIBOR + 0.250%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.250%)
0.360%, 11/15/42(1)
     2,667     2,673
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($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
Federal National Mortgage Association      
2016-M3, ASQ2
2.263%, 2/25/23
$       205   $    205
2016-M9, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.590%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.590%)
0.679%, 9/25/23(1)
     5,033     5,044
Pool #BL0422 (1 month LIBOR + 0.370%, Cap 98.890%, Floor 0.370%)
0.464%, 11/1/23(1)
    21,000    21,000
2016-M13, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.670%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.670%)
0.759%, 11/25/23(1)
       348       349
Pool #AN4300 (1 month LIBOR + 0.560%, Cap 98.150%, Floor 0.560%)
0.654%, 1/1/24(1)
    13,457    13,459
Pool #AN4364 (1 month LIBOR + 0.590%, Cap 98.130%, Floor 0.590%)
0.684%, 1/1/24(1)
     2,834     2,833
2017-M2, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.530%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.530%)
0.619%, 2/25/24(1)
     2,227     2,227
2017-M11, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.470%, Cap 6.000%, Floor 0.470%)
0.559%, 9/25/24(1)
     1,453     1,454
2017-M13, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 6.000%, Floor 0.400%)
0.489%, 10/25/24(1)
     1,329     1,329
2015-M14, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.620%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.620%)
0.722%, 10/25/25(1)
    10,823    10,895
2015-M6, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.300%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.300%)
0.403%, 1/25/26(1)
    16,470    16,470
Pool #BS0309 (SOFR30A + 0.380%, Cap 97.930%, Floor 0.380%)
0.430%, 10/1/28(1)
     7,750     7,749
Pool #BL5697 (1 month LIBOR + 0.650%, Cap 98.860%, Floor 0.650%)
0.744%, 2/1/30(1)
     6,300     6,298
Pool #BL7250 (1 month LIBOR + 0.590%, Cap 98.200%, Floor 0.590%)
0.684%, 6/1/30(1)
    18,960    18,953
Pool #FM5348
3.000%, 12/1/30
     3,851     4,049
Pool #BS0549 (SOFR30A + 0.410%, Cap 98.400%, Floor 0.410%)
0.460%, 1/1/31(1)
     4,705     4,708
Pool #BS0168 (SOFR30A + 0.420%, Cap 98.310%, Floor 0.420%)
0.470%, 1/1/31(1)
    31,100    31,097
Pool #MA2820
2.500%, 11/1/31
       603       616
Pool #MA2979
2.500%, 4/1/32
       709       724
Pool #AD0064 (6 month LIBOR + 1.541%, Cap 10.948%, Floor 1.541%)
1.690%, 1/1/35(1)
     1,386     1,437
Pool #FM2505
3.000%, 2/1/35
     4,338     4,551
Pool #FM2994
3.000%, 3/1/35
       659       692
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
Pool #BP5183
3.000%, 4/1/35
$     1,130   $  1,188
Pool #CA6847
2.500%, 8/1/35
     9,179     9,562
Pool #FM4272
3.000%, 9/1/35
     1,840     1,932
Pool #BM6688
2.000%, 10/1/35
     1,253     1,266
Pool #FM4709
2.500%, 10/1/35
     9,527     9,904
Pool #BR5529
2.500%, 3/1/36
     5,105     5,307
Pool #AL2202 (12 month LIBOR + 1.704%, Cap 9.514%, Floor 1.704%)
2.016%, 6/1/36(1)
     1,600     1,677
Pool #CB0747
2.500%, 6/1/36
    20,400    21,172
Pool #MA4362
3.000%, 6/1/36
     4,235     4,465
Pool #MA4385
3.000%, 7/1/36
     1,936     2,036
Pool #MA4405
3.000%, 8/1/36
     2,576     2,710
Pool #MA4420
3.000%, 9/1/36
     7,207     7,593
Pool #MA4518
3.000%, 1/1/37
    11,335    11,921
Pool #AL0960 (12 month LIBOR + 1.693%, Cap 9.779%, Floor 1.693%)
1.967%, 7/1/37(1)
     3,627     3,796
Pool #AL3421 (U.S. Treasury Yield Curve CMT 1 year + 2.375%, Cap 10.750%, Floor 2.375%)
2.448%, 9/1/37(1)
       935       991
Pool #AL0270 (12 month LIBOR + 1.646%, Cap 10.625%, Floor 1.646%)
1.934%, 8/1/38(1)
     1,041     1,092
Pool #AL6516 (12 month LIBOR + 1.761%, Cap 8.688%, Floor 1.761%)
2.063%, 4/1/40(1)
     2,639     2,763
Pool #AL7812 (12 month LIBOR + 1.730%, Cap 8.361%, Floor 1.730%)
1.978%, 11/1/40(1)
     3,851     4,027
Pool #AE0544 (12 month LIBOR + 1.742%, Cap 8.083%, Floor 1.742%)
1.993%, 11/1/40(1)
     1,964     2,054
Pool #AL7477 (12 month LIBOR + 1.796%, Cap 8.661%, Floor 1.796%)
2.046%, 12/1/40(1)
     1,964     2,059
Pool #AL0323 (12 month LIBOR + 1.818%, Cap 8.294%, Floor 1.818%)
2.081%, 6/1/41(1)
     1,858     1,952
Pool #AL8796 (12 month LIBOR + 1.825%, Cap 8.373%, Floor 1.825%)
2.093%, 9/1/41(1)
     5,435     5,707
Pool #AL1886 (12 month LIBOR + 1.746%, Cap 8.429%, Floor 1.746%)
2.629%, 6/1/42(1)
       369       388
Pool #AL8872 (12 month LIBOR + 1.801%, Cap 8.342%, Floor 1.801%)
2.080%, 7/1/42(1)
     7,553     7,922
 
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($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
Pool #BM4557 (12 month LIBOR + 1.761%, Cap 7.907%, Floor 1.764%)
2.039%, 5/1/45(1)
$     2,633   $  2,758
Pool #BO7214 (U.S. Treasury Yield Curve CMT 1 year + 1.525%, Cap 7.100%, Floor 1.525%)
2.378%, 7/1/47(1)
     3,698     3,804
Pool #BO6296 (U.S. Treasury Yield Curve CMT 1 year + 1.525%, Cap 7.100%, Floor 1.525%)
3.002%, 7/1/47(1)
       767       796
Pool #BM1805 (12 month LIBOR + 1.604%, Cap 7.820%, Floor 1.604%)
2.820%, 9/1/47(1)
     7,177     7,435
Pool #CA4499 (12 month LIBOR + 1.600%, Cap 7.673%, Floor 1.600%)
2.673%, 9/1/48(1)
     1,792     1,851
Pool #BM4556 (12 month LIBOR + 1.597%, Cap 8.335%, Floor 1.597%)
3.334%, 10/1/48(1)
     4,737     4,923
Pool #CA3138 (12 month LIBOR + 1.603%, Cap 8.669%, Floor 1.603%)
3.638%, 2/1/49(1)
     5,233     5,434
Pool #BO7215 (U.S. Treasury Yield Curve CMT 1 year + 1.650%, Cap 8.160%, Floor 1.650%)
3.058%, 4/1/49(1)
     1,335     1,378
Pool #BO7216 (U.S. Treasury Yield Curve CMT 1 year + 1.650%, Cap 7.739%, Floor 1.650%)
2.739%, 5/1/49(1)
       469       475
Pool #BP5563 (12 month LIBOR + 1.600%, Cap 7.440%, Floor 1.600%)
2.441%, 4/1/50(1)
     2,488     2,562
Pool #BM6378 (12 month LIBOR + 1.607%, Cap 7.496%, Floor 1.607%)
2.495%, 7/1/50(1)
     2,544     2,600
Pool #BP1780 (SOFR30A + 2.350%, Cap 7.079%, Floor 2.350%)
2.094%, 6/1/51(1)
     2,536     2,581
Pool #BT0206 (SOFR30A + 2.123%, Cap 6.880%, Floor 2.123%)
1.880%, 9/1/51(1)
     5,148     5,256
Pool #BU2464 (SOFR30A + 2.100%, Cap 6.692%, Floor 2.100%)
1.692%, 10/1/51(1)
     4,681     4,748
Federal National Mortgage Association REMIC      
2011-62, LF (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.400%)
0.502%, 1/25/32(1)
     6,606     6,658
2013-62, FQ (1 month LIBOR + 0.250%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.250%)
0.352%, 9/25/32(1)
     3,321     3,351
2013-51, GB
1.500%, 10/25/32
     1,269     1,274
2018-92, AF (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.400%)
0.502%, 5/25/33(1)
     6,428     6,483
2005-17, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.300%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.300%)
0.402%, 3/25/35(1)
     5,389     5,407
2005-74, NA (1 month LIBOR + 0.420%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.420%)
0.522%, 5/25/35(1)
     9,573     9,636
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
2005-58, KF (1 month LIBOR + 0.500%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.500%)
0.602%, 7/25/35(1)
$     3,479   $  3,532
2018-96, FC (1 month LIBOR + 0.450%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.450%)
0.552%, 10/25/35(1)
     6,678     6,736
2006-31, FP (1 month LIBOR + 0.300%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.300%)
0.402%, 5/25/36(1)
     3,160     3,170
2006-63, FD (1 month LIBOR + 0.450%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.450%)
0.552%, 7/25/36(1)
     3,840     3,886
2006-113, NF (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.350%)
0.452%, 9/25/36(1)
     2,657     2,667
2007-106, FN (1 month LIBOR + 0.590%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.590%)
0.692%, 11/25/37(1)
     4,107     4,192
2010-59, FC (1 month LIBOR + 1.000%, Cap 6.000%, Floor 1.000%)
1.102%, 1/25/40(1)
     3,308     3,384
2010-137, WB
2.075%, 7/25/40(1)
     1,359     1,407
2012-71, FP (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.350%)
0.452%, 3/25/41(1)
     1,957     1,961
2016-2, LA
3.000%, 12/25/41
       215       217
2016-21, BA
3.000%, 3/25/42
     2,079     2,100
2013-34, PF (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.350%)
0.452%, 8/25/42(1)
     5,298     5,265
2017-18, CA
3.000%, 1/25/43
       234       236
2017-33, DA
3.500%, 7/25/43
       596       598
2017-104, PA
3.000%, 2/25/46
     5,675     5,770
2019-13, FG (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.400%)
0.502%, 4/25/49(1)
    10,082    10,243
Freddie Mac Non Gold Pool      
Pool #841075 (12 month LIBOR + 1.629%, Cap 8.285%, Floor 1.629%)
3.285%, 1/1/49(1)
    23,220    23,998
Pool #841083 (12 month LIBOR + 1.640%, Cap 7.817%, Floor 1.640%)
2.817%, 5/1/49(1)
    17,731    18,343
Pool #841057 (12 month LIBOR + 1.629%, Cap 8.326%, Floor 1.629%)
2.390%, 6/1/50(1)
     1,661     1,707
FRESB Mortgage Trust      
2015-SB6, A5 (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 9/25/35(1)
       955       956
2016-SB13, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 1/25/36(1)
     9,886     9,883
2016-SB16, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 5/25/36(1)
     7,248     7,245
2016-SB18, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 5/25/36(1)
       505       504
 
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($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
2016-SB23, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 9/25/36(1)
$     1,087   $  1,086
2015-SB3, A5 (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 8/25/42(1)
       301       301
2016-SB19, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 1/25/46(1)
     1,009     1,009
Government National Mortgage Association      
2003-57, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.450%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.450%)
0.558%, 7/16/33(1)
     2,934     2,951
2003-67, FP (1 month LIBOR + 0.900%, Cap 8.000%, Floor 0.900%)
1.004%, 8/20/33(1)
     2,504     2,530
2004-38, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.400%, Cap 8.000%, Floor 0.400%)
0.508%, 5/16/34(1)
     3,746     3,761
2009-88, FA (1 month LIBOR + 0.750%, Cap 7.000%, Floor 0.750%)
0.858%, 10/16/39(1)
     5,263     5,357
2011-28, FG (1 month LIBOR + 0.500%, Cap 6.500%, Floor 0.500%)
0.604%, 12/20/40(1)
     7,603     7,659
2017-95, PG
2.500%, 12/20/45
       809       820
2019-38, BA
2.500%, 8/20/48
     8,940     9,038
Government National Mortgage Association I      
Pool #AC3667
1.660%, 8/15/26
       952       962
Pool #778776
3.000%, 1/15/27
       111       116
Pool #AA8329
2.000%, 2/15/28
       443       451
Pool #AF1057
2.000%, 7/15/28
       126       130
Government National Mortgage Association II      
Pool #4954
3.000%, 2/20/26
       127       133
Pool #MA0299
2.500%, 8/20/27
       524       539
Pool #MA0908
2.500%, 4/20/28
       278       287
Pool #MA1132
2.000%, 7/20/28
     6,701     6,813
Pool #CC0194
3.000%, 2/20/36
     2,141     2,202
Small Business Administration      
Pool #510076 (PRIME minus 2.650%)
0.600%, 5/25/27(1)
     3,018     3,043
Pool #510083 (PRIME minus 2.650%)
0.600%, 9/25/27(1)
       910       917
Pool #510241 (PRIME minus 2.600%)
0.650%, 10/25/27(1)
     2,756     2,791
Pool #510254 (PRIME minus 2.600%)
0.650%, 5/25/28(1)
     5,541     5,614
  Par Value   Value
Agency—continued    
Pool #510228 (PRIME minus 2.500%)
0.750%, 7/25/28(1)
$       810   $     823
Pool #510219 (PRIME minus 2.650%)
0.600%, 11/25/28(1)
     2,558     2,580
Pool #510273 (PRIME minus 2.500%)
0.750%, 11/25/28(1)
     4,625     4,702
Pool #510256 (PRIME minus 2.600%)
0.650%, 12/25/28(1)
     5,532     5,605
Pool #510032 (PRIME minus 2.650%)
0.600%, 6/25/34(1)
     2,775     2,801
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $793,413)
  798,259
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—90.4%
(Identified Cost $793,413)
  798,259
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—8.2%
Money Market Mutual Fund—8.2%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(2) 72,334,310  72,334
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $72,334)
 72,334
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.6%
(Identified Cost $865,747)
$870,593
Other assets and liabilities, net—1.4%  12,801
NET ASSETS—100.0% $883,394
    
Abbreviations:
CMT Constant Maturity Treasury
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
REMIC Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduit
SOFR Secured Overnight Financing Rate
SOFR30A Secured Overnight Financing Rate 30 Day Average
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(2) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
100


Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
Exchange-Traded Futures contracts as of December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Issue Expiration Contracts
Purchased/(Sold)
Notional Value Value /
Unrealized
Appreciation
  Value /
Unrealized
(Depreciation)
2 Year U.S. Treasury Note Future March 2022 (44) $ (9,600) $ 9   $
5 Year U.S. Treasury Note Future March 2022 (429) (51,899)   (233)
Total $ 9   $ (233)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Mortgage-Backed Securities $798,259   $   $798,259
Money Market Mutual Fund 72,334   72,334  
Other Financial Instruments:          
Futures Contracts 9   9  
Total Assets 870,602   72,343   798,259
Liabilities:          
Other Financial Instruments:          
Futures Contracts (233)   (233)  
Total Liabilities (233)   (233)  
Total Investments $870,369   $72,110   $798,259
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
Securities held by the Fund with an end of period value of $12,482 were transferred from Level 3 to Level 2 due to an increase in trading activities at period end.
The following is a reconciliation of assets of the Fund for Level 3 investments for which significant unobservable inputs were used to determine fair value.
  Total   Asset-
Backed
Securities
Investments in Securities      
Balance as of December 31, 2020: $ 12,299   $ 12,299
Accrued discount/(premium) (1)   (1)
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) (1)   (1)
Purchases 185   185
Transfers from Level 3 (12,482)   (12,482)
Balance as of December 31, 2021 $   $
See Notes to Financial Statements
101


Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
U.S. Government Security—4.6%
U.S. Treasury Notes
1.375%, 11/15/31
$    345   $   341
Total U.S. Government Security
(Identified Cost $339)
    341
       
 
       
 
Mortgage-Backed Securities—86.2%
Agency—86.2%    
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.      
Pool #Q10929
3.500%, 9/1/42
    129     139
Pool #Q26366
4.000%, 5/1/44
     71      78
Pool #V81283
4.000%, 7/1/44
    141     154
Pool #G61157
3.500%, 10/1/44
     90      96
Pool #V81992
4.000%, 10/1/45
     88      96
Pool #Q40815
3.500%, 6/1/46
    225     242
Pool #ZA4786
3.000%, 12/1/46
    128     135
Pool #Q46110
3.500%, 2/1/47
    132     142
Pool #Q53881
4.500%, 1/1/48
    154     169
Pool #ZT0509
3.000%, 8/1/48
    110     115
Pool #QA5557
3.000%, 12/1/49
    130     135
Pool #QA8043
3.000%, 3/1/50
    128     134
Pool #QA8967
3.000%, 4/1/50
    209     218
Pool #QB9831
2.500%, 3/1/51
    350     360
Pool #QC2692
3.000%, 6/1/51
    130     136
Pool #QC2749
3.000%, 6/1/51
    232     241
Pool #QC4721
3.000%, 7/1/51
    140     147
Federal National Mortgage Association      
Pool #MA2164
3.500%, 2/1/35
     92      99
Pool #AL7497
3.500%, 9/1/40
    186     199
Pool #AL0215
4.500%, 4/1/41
     67      75
Pool #AO8632
3.500%, 7/1/42
    205     221
Pool #AP9633
2.500%, 10/1/42
    278     287
Pool #MA2341
4.500%, 6/1/45
     42      46
Pool #AY8851
4.000%, 8/1/45
     73      79
Pool #BE5050
4.000%, 9/1/45
     89      97
  Par Value   Value
       
Agency—continued    
Pool #BA4799
4.000%, 2/1/46
$    163   $   178
Pool #BE7155
3.500%, 2/1/47
    288     309
Pool #BM3564
3.000%, 7/1/47
    170     178
Pool #BH9277
3.500%, 2/1/48
    213     226
Pool #BO5325
3.000%, 11/1/49
    101     105
Pool #CA6053
3.000%, 6/1/50
    129     135
Pool #BQ7616
2.500%, 11/1/50
    180     184
Pool #FM7290
3.000%, 5/1/51
    177     186
Pool #BT1809
3.000%, 6/1/51
    188     196
Pool #BT2849
3.000%, 6/1/51
    193     202
Pool #FM7984
3.500%, 6/1/51
     86      91
Pool #BT9860
2.500%, 10/1/51
    498     509
Government National Mortgage Association I Pool #AE8170
4.000%, 2/15/44
     38      42
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $6,223)
  6,381
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—90.8%
(Identified Cost $6,562)
  6,722
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—8.8%
Money Market Mutual Fund—8.8%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(1) 656,393   656
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $656)
  656
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.6%
(Identified Cost $7,218)
$7,378
Other assets and liabilities, net—0.4%    26
NET ASSETS—100.0% $7,404
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
See Notes to Financial Statements
102


Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Mortgage-Backed Securities $6,381   $   $6,381
U.S. Government Security 341     341
Money Market Mutual Fund 656   656  
Total Investments $7,378   $656   $6,722
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
103


Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities—25.9%
Agency—7.1%    
Federal National Mortgage Association      
Pool #AM2292 (1 month LIBOR + 0.350%, Cap 97.760%, Floor 0.350%)
0.444%, 1/1/23(1)
$      268   $    268
Pool #BL0422 (1 month LIBOR + 0.370%, Cap 98.890%, Floor 0.370%)
0.464%, 11/1/23(1)
      318      318
Pool #AN4300 (1 month LIBOR + 0.560%, Cap 98.150%, Floor 0.560%)
0.654%, 1/1/24(1)
      708      708
Pool #AN9445
3.480%, 7/1/25
      393      392
FRESB Mortgage Trust      
2015-SB7, A5 (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 9/25/35(1)
      205      203
2016-SB16, A5H (1 month LIBOR + 0.700%)
0.794%, 5/25/36(1)
      316      316
Small Business Administration Pool #510273 (PRIME minus 2.500%)
0.750%, 11/25/28(1)
      925      940
       3,145
       
 
Non-Agency—18.8%    
BWAY Mortgage Trust 2013-1515, A1 144A
2.809%, 3/10/33(2)
    1,095    1,121
Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust 2018-TBR, B (1 month LIBOR + 1.150%, Cap N/A, Floor 1.150%) 144A
1.260%, 12/15/36(1)(2)
    1,122    1,117
Cold Storage Trust 2020-ICE5, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.900%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.900%) 144A
1.010%, 11/15/37(1)(2)
      983      982
Hawaii Hotel Trust 2019-MAUI, A (1 month LIBOR + 1.150%, Cap N/A, Floor 1.150%) 144A
1.260%, 5/15/38(1)(2)
    1,180    1,179
KKR Industrial Portfolio Trust 2021-KDIP, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.550%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.550%) 144A
0.660%, 12/15/37(1)(2)
      302      300
MAD Mortgage Trust 2017-330M, A 144A
3.188%, 8/15/34(1)(2)
    1,000    1,012
MHC Commercial Mortgage Trust 2021-MHC, A (1 month LIBOR + 0.801%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.801%) 144A
0.911%, 4/15/38(1)(2)
      500      499
STWD Trust 2021-FLWR, B (1 month LIBOR + 0.926%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.926%) 144A
1.036%, 7/15/36(1)(2)
    1,000      988
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust 2021-SAVE, A (1 month LIBOR + 1.150%, Cap N/A, Floor 1.150%) 144A
1.260%, 2/15/40(1)(2)
    1,073    1,073
       8,271
       
 
Total Mortgage-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $11,447)
  11,416
       
 
       
 
  Par Value   Value
       
       
Asset-Backed Securities—18.4%
Automobiles—3.3%    
Canadian Pacer Auto Receivables Trust 2020-1A, B 144A
2.000%, 7/21/25(2)
$    1,000   $  1,011
Westlake Automobile Receivables Trust 2020-1A, B 144A
1.940%, 4/15/25(2)
      425      427
       1,438
       
 
Credit Card—4.2%    
Capital One Multi-Asset Execution Trust 2005-B3, B3 (3 month LIBOR + 0.550%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.550%)
0.674%, 5/15/28(1)
      750      745
Citibank Credit Card Issuance Trust 2017-A6, A6 (1 month LIBOR + 0.770%)
0.879%, 5/14/29(1)
    1,100    1,117
       1,862
       
 
Other—5.7%    
Domino’s Pizza Master Issuer LLC 2018-1A, A2I 144A
4.116%, 7/25/48(2)
      485      496
Verizon Owner Trust 2019-C, A1A
1.940%, 4/22/24
      940      947
Wendy’s Funding LLC 2018-1A, A2II 144A
3.884%, 3/15/48(2)
    1,033    1,072
       2,515
       
 
Student Loan—5.2%    
Goal Capital Funding Trust 2010-1, A (3 month LIBOR + 0.700%, Cap N/A, Floor 0.700%) 144A
0.880%, 8/25/48(1)(2)
      955      956
SLM Student Loan Trust      
2005-4, A3 (3 month LIBOR + 0.120%)
0.244%, 1/25/27(1)
      508      506
2005-7, A4 (3 month LIBOR + 0.150%)
0.274%, 10/25/29(1)
      832      829
       2,291
       
 
Total Asset-Backed Securities
(Identified Cost $8,105)
   8,106
       
 
       
 
Corporate Bonds and Notes—49.5%
Communication Services—3.1%    
AT&T, Inc. (SOFR + 0.640%)
0.690%, 3/25/24(1)
    1,347    1,347
Consumer Discretionary—2.5%    
Eaton Corp.
2.750%, 11/2/22
      494      503
Hyatt Hotels Corp.
1.800%, 10/1/24
      364      364
Ralph Lauren Corp.
1.700%, 6/15/22
      228      230
       1,097
       
 
See Notes to Financial Statements
104


Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Par Value   Value
       
Consumer Staples—2.5%    
7-Eleven, Inc. 144A
0.800%, 2/10/24(2)
$    1,090   $ 1,078
Energy—8.6%    
Continental Resources, Inc. 144A
2.268%, 11/15/26(2)
      566      562
HollyFrontier Corp.
2.625%, 10/1/23
    1,058    1,078
Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
0.750%, 1/15/24
    1,100    1,085
Williams Cos., Inc. (The)
4.300%, 3/4/24
    1,004    1,059
       3,784
       
 
Financials—21.7%    
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC
1.650%, 10/29/24
      985      983
Barclays plc
1.007%, 12/10/24
    1,050    1,042
Caterpillar Financial Services Corp. (SOFR + 0.270%)
0.320%, 9/13/24(1)
    1,000    1,002
Credit Suisse AG (SOFR + 0.450%)
0.500%, 2/4/22(1)
      535      535
Daimler Trucks Finance North America LLC 144A (SOFR + 0.750%)
0.800%, 12/13/24(1)(2)
    1,150    1,151
General Motors Financial Co., Inc.
1.700%, 8/18/23
    1,285    1,297
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) (SOFR + 0.500%)
0.550%, 9/10/24(1)
    1,220    1,219
Morgan Stanley
0.791%, 1/22/25
      880      871
United Airlines Pass-Through-Trust 2020-1, B
4.875%, 1/15/26
      956      996
Wells Fargo & Co.
1.654%, 6/2/24
      457      461
       9,557
       
 
Industrials—5.4%    
Boeing Co. (The)
4.508%, 5/1/23
    1,270    1,327
Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd. 144A
4.500%, 3/15/23(2)
    1,034    1,067
       2,394
       
 
Information Technology—2.2%    
Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
0.900%, 6/1/23
      973      968
Utilities—3.5%    
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
1.750%, 6/16/22
      827      827
  Par Value   Value
       
Utilities—continued    
Southern Co. (The)
2.950%, 7/1/23
$      700   $    717
       1,544
       
 
Total Corporate Bonds and Notes
(Identified Cost $21,775)
  21,769
       
 
       
 
Total Long-Term Investments—93.8%
(Identified Cost $41,327)
  41,291
       
 
       
 
    
  Shares  
Short-Term Investment—8.2%
Money Market Mutual Fund—8.2%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 3,617,080  3,617
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $3,617)
 3,617
     
 
     
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—102.0%
(Identified Cost $44,944)
$44,908
Other assets and liabilities, net—(2.0)%   (896)
NET ASSETS—100.0% $44,012
    
Abbreviations:
LIBOR London Interbank Offered Rate
LLC Limited Liability Company
SOFR Secured Overnight Financing Rate
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Variable rate security. Rate disclosed is as of December 31, 2021. Information in parenthesis represents benchmark and reference rate for each security. Certain variable rate securities are not based on a published reference rate and spread but are determined by the issuer or agent and are based on current market conditions, or, for mortgage-backed securities, are impacted by the individual mortgages which are paying off over time. These securities do not indicate a reference rate and spread in their descriptions.
(2) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At December 31, 2021, these securities amounted to a value of $16,091 or 36.6% of net assets.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 90%
Cayman Islands 3
United Kingdom 2
Canada 2
Ireland 2
Switzerland 1
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
 
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 5.
See Notes to Financial Statements
105


Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
Exchange-Traded Futures contracts as of December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Issue Expiration Contracts
Purchased/(Sold)
Notional Value Value /
Unrealized
Appreciation
  Value /
Unrealized
(Depreciation)
Short Contracts:            
2 Year U.S. Treasury Note Future March 2022 (16) $(3,491) $3   $—
Total $3   $—
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
  Level 2
Significant
Observable
Inputs
Assets:          
Debt Securities:          
Asset-Backed Securities $ 8,106   $   $ 8,106
Corporate Bonds and Notes 21,769     21,769
Mortgage-Backed Securities 11,416     11,416
Money Market Mutual Fund 3,617   3,617  
Other Financial Instruments:          
Futures Contracts 3   3  
Total Investments $44,911   $3,620   $41,291
There were no securities valued using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
106


VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Seix Core Bond Fund   Seix Corporate Bond Fund   Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Assets          
Investment in securities at value(1)(2)

$ 107,784   $ 62,344   $ 2,550,515
Cash

100   50   9,495
Cash pledged as collateral for cleared swaps

  204  
Receivables          
Investment securities sold

    56,810
Fund shares sold

93   192   10,196
Dividends and interest

351   473   6,810
Securities lending income

(a)    
Prepaid expenses

15   28   98
Other assets

10   6   208
Total assets

108,353   63,297   2,634,132
Liabilities          
Due to broker

  3  
Margin due to counterparty on cleared swaps

  4  
Payables          
Fund shares repurchased

293   399   4,504
Investment securities purchased

349     211,886
Collateral on securities loaned

350    
Dividend distributions

9   7   952
Investment advisory fees

3   12   649
Distribution and service fees

2   2   21
Administration and accounting fees

9   6   198
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

33   16   579
Professional fees

27   27   30
Trustee deferred compensation plan

10   6   208
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(a)   (a)   141
Other accrued expenses

10   8   157
Unrealized depreciation on unfunded loan commitments

    60
Total liabilities

1,095   490   219,385
Net Assets

$ 107,258   $ 62,807   $ 2,414,747
Net Assets Consist of:          
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 105,799   $ 60,856   $ 3,148,514
Accumulated earnings (loss)

1,459   1,951   (733,767)
Net Assets

$ 107,258   $ 62,807   $ 2,414,747
Net Assets:          
Class A

$ 8,651   $ 7,806   $ 42,301
Class C

$   $ 819   $ 14,303
Class I

$ 96,081   $ 54,087   $ 2,102,532
Class R6

$ 2,526   $ 95   $ 255,611
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):          
Class A

772,422   836,472   5,137,856
Class C

  88,236   1,736,506
Class I

8,576,042   5,825,270   255,327,028
Class R6

225,434   10,256   31,018,349
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*          
Class A

$ 11.20   $ 9.33   $ 8.23
Class C

$   $ 9.29   $ 8.24
Class I

$ 11.20   $ 9.28   $ 8.23
Class R6

$ 11.20   $ 9.28   $ 8.24
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):          
Class A

$ 11.64   $ 9.69   $ 8.46
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

3.75%   3.75%   2.75%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 106,539   $ 60,862   $ 2,563,769
(2) Market value of securities on loan

$ 336   $   $
(3) Includes premiums paid (received) on swaps

$   $ (388)   $
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund   Seix High Income Fund   Seix High Yield Fund
Assets          
Investment in securities at value(1)(2)

$ 58,728   $ 209,388   $ 459,902
Cash

100   114   5,459
Receivables          
Investment securities sold

3,264   75   3
Fund shares sold

(a)   64   898
Dividends and interest

674   3,346   6,890
Securities lending income

  2   2
Prepaid expenses

13   18   41
Other assets

5   18   40
Total assets

62,784   213,025   473,235
Liabilities          
Payables          
Fund shares repurchased

149   895   398
Investment securities purchased

4,398    
Collateral on securities loaned

  4,027   3,370
Dividend distributions

98   4   155
Investment advisory fees

14   58   149
Distribution and service fees

1   4   4
Administration and accounting fees

6   17   38
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

14   73   92
Professional fees

27   27   30
Trustee deferred compensation plan

5   18   40
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(a)   1   1
Other accrued expenses

3   16   25
Total liabilities

4,715   5,140   4,302
Net Assets

$ 58,069   $ 207,885   $ 468,933
Net Assets Consist of:          
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 55,481   $ 300,057   $ 510,730
Accumulated earnings (loss)

2,588   (92,172)   (41,797)
Net Assets

$ 58,069   $ 207,885   $ 468,933
Net Assets:          
Class A

$ 6,711   $ 17,612   $ 18,370
Class I

$ 51,358   $ 179,018   $ 430,620
Class R6

$   $ 11,255   $ 19,943
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):          
Class A

550,782   2,730,526   2,147,146
Class I

4,215,712   27,793,228   49,068,840
Class R6

  1,748,281   2,271,309
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*          
Class A

$ 12.18   $ 6.45   $ 8.56
Class I

$ 12.18   $ 6.44   $ 8.78
Class R6

$   $ 6.44   $ 8.78
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):          
Class A

$ 12.52   $ 6.70   $ 8.89
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

2.75%   3.75%   3.75%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 56,242   $ 206,996   $ 456,344
(2) Market value of securities on loan

$   $ 3,863   $ 3,257
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
Assets          
Investment in securities at value(1)

$ 286,834   $ 12,598   $ 7,773
Cash

1,000   50   50
Receivables          
Investment securities sold

6,203    
Fund shares sold

445     (a)
Receivable from adviser

  2   5
Dividends and interest

2,724   24   75
Prepaid expenses

15   11   9
Other assets

23   1   1
Total assets

297,244   12,686   7,913
Liabilities          
Payables          
Fund shares repurchased

2,476   503   50
Investment securities purchased

37,001    
Dividend distributions

773   1   6
Investment advisory fees

58    
Distribution and service fees

2   2   (a)
Administration and accounting fees

22   2   1
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

83   2   3
Professional fees

27   27   26
Trustee deferred compensation plan

23   1   1
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

1   (a)   (a)
Other accrued expenses

14   2   1
Total liabilities

40,480   540   88
Net Assets

$ 256,764   $ 12,146   $ 7,825
Net Assets Consist of:          
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 249,154   $ 12,173   $ 7,738
Accumulated earnings (loss)

7,610   (27)   87
Net Assets

$ 256,764   $ 12,146   $ 7,825
Net Assets:          
Class A

$ 7,592   $ 4,826   $ 924
Class C

$   $ 1,058   $
Class I

$ 249,172   $ 6,262   $ 6,901
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):          
Class A

647,138   480,149   93,672
Class C

  105,279  
Class I

21,266,428   624,703   699,401
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*          
Class A

$ 11.73   $ 10.05   $ 9.86
Class C

$   $ 10.05   $
Class I

$ 11.72   $ 10.02   $ 9.87
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):          
Class A

$ 12.06   $ 10.28   $ 10.09
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

2.75%   2.25%   2.25%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 279,467   $ 12,635   $ 7,684
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Seix Total Return Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
Assets          
Investment in securities at value(1)(2)

$ 380,844   $ 870,593   $ 7,378
Cash

1,000   1,000   50
Cash pledged as collateral for futures

  419  
Due from broker

  3  
Receivables          
Investment securities sold

  3,071  
Fund shares sold

236   7,924   (a)
Receivable from adviser

    8
Dividends and interest

1,376   1,032   17
Securities lending income

(a)    
Prepaid expenses

31   54   12
Other assets

34   77   1
Total assets

383,521   884,173   7,466
Liabilities          
Due to broker

18    
Margin due to counterparty on cleared swaps

25    
Variation margin payable on futures contracts

  32  
Payables          
Fund shares repurchased

703   198   18
Investment securities purchased

3,289    
Collateral on securities loaned

101    
Dividend distributions

25   36   3
Investment advisory fees

55   52  
Distribution and service fees

3   3   1
Administration and accounting fees

32   73   1
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

97   233   9
Professional fees

31   29   27
Trustee deferred compensation plan

34   77   1
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

1   3   (a)
Other accrued expenses

25   43   2
Total liabilities

4,439   779   62
Net Assets

$ 379,082   $ 883,394   $ 7,404
Net Assets Consist of:          
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 372,642   $ 883,526   $ 7,173
Accumulated earnings (loss)

6,440   (132)   231
Net Assets

$ 379,082   $ 883,394   $ 7,404
Net Assets:          
Class A

$ 11,991   $ 15,323   $ 3,698
Class C

$   $   $ 147
Class I

$ 274,304   $ 710,303   $ 3,559
Class R6

$ 92,787   $ 157,768   $
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):          
Class A

1,030,812   1,531,341   338,146
Class C

    13,429
Class I

24,391,698   70,996,955   325,013
Class R6

8,253,663   15,749,267  
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*          
Class A

$ 11.63   $ 10.01   $ 10.94
Class C

$   $   $ 10.96
Class I

$ 11.25   $ 10.00   $ 10.95
Class R6

$ 11.24   $ 10.02   $
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):          
Class A

$ 12.08   $   $ 11.19
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

3.75%   —%   2.25%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 376,810   $ 865,747   $ 7,218
(2) Market value of securities on loan

$ 97   $   $
(3) Includes premiums paid (received) on swaps

$ (2,544)   $   $
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Assets  
Investment in securities at value(1)

$ 44,908
Cash

100
Due from broker

1
Cash pledged as collateral for futures

8
Receivables  
Investment securities sold

11
Fund shares sold

457
Dividends and interest

119
Prepaid expenses

17
Other assets

4
Total assets

45,625
Liabilities  
Variation margin payable on futures contracts

1
Payables  
Fund shares repurchased

21
Investment securities purchased

1,525
Investment advisory fees

7
Distribution and service fees

1
Administration and accounting fees

4
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

11
Professional fees

26
Trustee deferred compensation plan

4
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(a)
Other accrued expenses

13
Total liabilities

1,613
Net Assets

$ 44,012
Net Assets Consist of:  
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 44,666
Accumulated earnings (loss)

(654)
Net Assets

$ 44,012
Net Assets:  
Class A

$ 5,049
Class I

$ 38,963
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):  
Class A

508,941
Class I

3,929,896
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*  
Class A

$ 9.92
Class I

$ 9.91
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):  
Class A

$
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

—%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 44,944
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Core Bond Fund   Seix Corporate Bond Fund   Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Investment Income          
Dividends

$ 1   $ 1   $ 2,694
Interest

1,913   3,186   88,350
Securities lending, net of fees

4   3  
Total investment income

1,918   3,190   91,044
Expenses          
Investment advisory fees

333   461   8,922
Distribution and service fees, Class A

24   22   98
Distribution and service fees, Class C

  12   169
Administration and accounting fees

139   121   2,093
Transfer agent fees and expenses

56   48   898
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

13   10   32
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class C

  1   19
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

144   118   2,133
Custodian fees

2   1   5
Printing fees and expenses

7   10   82
Professional fees

29   32   67
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

1   1   328
Registration fees

43   63   132
Trustees’ fees and expenses

8   6   103
Miscellaneous expenses

24   20   472
Total expenses

823   926   15,553
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(1)

(145)   (85)   (1,864)
Less low balance account fees

  (2)  
Net expenses

678   841   13,689
Net investment income (loss)

1,240   2,349   77,355
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments          
Net realized gain (loss) from:          
Investments

1,042   1,908   (48,396)
Swaps

  (313)  
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:          
Investments

(5,260)   (6,005)   79,545
Swaps

  (10)  
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

(4,218)   (4,420)   31,149
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$(2,978)   $(2,071)   $108,504
    
(1) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements.
(2) Amount is less than $500.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued)
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund   Seix High Income Fund   Seix High Yield Fund
Investment Income          
Dividends

$ 3   $ 4   $ 10
Interest

1,133   12,437   21,771
Securities lending, net of fees

  39   41
Total investment income

1,136   12,480   21,822
Expenses          
Investment advisory fees

346   1,230   2,024
Distribution and service fees, Class A

11   49   42
Administration and accounting fees

76   228   450
Transfer agent fees and expenses

29   93   185
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

2   27   20
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

60   269   375
Custodian fees

(1)   2   2
Printing fees and expenses

4   13   19
Professional fees

28   31   35
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(1)   2   3
Registration fees

30   44   80
Trustees’ fees and expenses

4   12   22
Miscellaneous expenses

6   31   54
Total expenses

596   2,031   3,311
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(183)   (469)   (418)
Net expenses

413   1,562   2,893
Net investment income (loss)

723   10,918   18,929
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments          
Net realized gain (loss) from:          
Investments

734   3,988   8,198
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:          
Investments

(1,188)   (4,607)   (11,316)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

(454)   (619)   (3,118)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$ 269   $10,299   $ 15,811
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued)
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund
Investment Income          
Dividends

$ 18   $ (1)   $ (1)
Interest

3,574   148   86
Total investment income

3,592   148   86
Expenses          
Investment advisory fees

1,398   54   36
Distribution and service fees, Class A

21   11   2
Distribution and service fees, Class C

  14  
Administration and accounting fees

283   21   18
Transfer agent fees and expenses

115   7   4
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

5   2   1
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class C

  1  
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

317   6   13
Custodian fees

1   (1)   (1)
Printing fees and expenses

10   3   2
Professional fees

37   27   27
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

2   (1)   (1)
Registration fees

39   33   25
Trustees’ fees and expenses

15   1   1
Miscellaneous expenses

18   6   3
Total expenses

2,261   186   132
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(689)   (86)   (92)
Net expenses

1,572   100   40
Net investment income (loss)

2,020   48   46
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments          
Net realized gain (loss) from:          
Investments

2,920   107   98
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:          
Investments

(4,681)   (275)   (168)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

(1,761)   (168)   (70)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$ 259   $(120)   $ (24)
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued)
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Total Return Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
Investment Income          
Dividends

$ 4   $ 17   $ (1)
Interest

7,115   6,557   99
Securities lending, net of fees

14     1
Total investment income

7,133   6,574   100
Expenses          
Investment advisory fees

1,044   2,160   48
Distribution and service fees, Class A

33   63   10
Distribution and service fees, Class C

    3
Administration and accounting fees

418   1,106   19
Transfer agent fees and expenses

173   460   5
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

21   13   32
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class C

    (1)
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

337   1,286   10
Custodian fees

2   5   1
Printing fees and expenses

18   33   4
Professional fees

35   40   27
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

3   8   (1)
Registration fees

93   77   33
Trustees’ fees and expenses

22   62   1
Miscellaneous expenses

56   44   4
Total expenses

2,255   5,357   197
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(479)   (878)   (101)
Net expenses

1,776   4,479   96
Net investment income (loss)

5,357   2,095   4
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments          
Net realized gain (loss) from:          
Investments

5,399   (437)   275
Futures

  1,112  
Swaps

(1,186)    
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:          
Investments

(14,902)   (2,908)   (460)
Futures

  (224)  
Swaps

(66)    
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

(10,755)   (2,457)   (185)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$ (5,398)   $ (362)   $(181)
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued)
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Investment Income  
Dividends

$ 1
Interest

547
Securities lending, net of fees

(1)
Total investment income

548
Expenses  
Investment advisory fees

106
Distribution and service fees, Class A

11
Administration and accounting fees

55
Transfer agent fees and expenses

21
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

2
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

36
Custodian fees

(1)
Printing fees and expenses

5
Professional fees

27
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(1)
Registration fees

28
Trustees’ fees and expenses

3
Miscellaneous expenses

21
Total expenses

315
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(110)
Net expenses

205
Net investment income (loss)

343
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments  
Net realized gain (loss) from:  
Investments

32
Futures

10
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:  
Investments

(311)
Futures

3
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

(266)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$ 77
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Core Bond Fund   Seix Corporate Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 1,240   $ 1,364   $ 2,349   $ 1,696
Net realized gain (loss)

1,042   4,202   1,595   3,853
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(5,260)   5,015   (6,015)   5,572
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

(2,978)   10,581   (2,071)   11,121
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(124)   (327)   (321)   (447)
Class C

    (31)   (60)
Class I

(1,672)   (5,327)   (3,357)   (5,456)
Class R6

(33)   (57)   (5)   (4)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(1,829)   (5,711)   (3,714)   (5,967)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

(1,990)   1,228   (453)   2,634
Class C

    (466)   633
Class I

(87,208)   89,947   (44,586)   66,410
Class R6

1,040   (606)     100
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(88,158)   90,569   (45,505)   69,777
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(92,965)   95,439   (51,290)   74,931
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

200,223   104,784   114,097   39,166
End of Period

$ 107,258   $ 200,223   $ 62,807   $ 114,097
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund   Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 77,355   $ 90,284   $ 723   $ 821
Net realized gain (loss)

(48,396)   (236,209)   734   1,981
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

79,545   27,799   (1,188)   1,856
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

108,504   (118,126)   269   4,658
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(1,303)   (1,489)   (163)   (278)
Class C

(458)   (902)    
Class I

(67,285)   (76,765)   (1,396)   (2,584)
Class R6

(7,586)   (12,298)    
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(76,632)   (91,454)   (1,559)   (2,862)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

6,442   (10,319)   (762)   535
Class C

(7,900)   (13,980)    
Class I

547,342   (1,004,745)   (21,509)   19,100
Class R6

110,503   (373,965)    
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

656,387   (1,403,009)   (22,271)   19,635
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

688,259   (1,612,589)   (23,561)   21,431
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

1,726,488   3,339,077   81,630   60,199
End of Period

$ 2,414,747   $ 1,726,488   $ 58,069   $ 81,630
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix High Income Fund   Seix High Yield Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 10,918   $ 12,004   $ 18,929   $ 15,294
Net realized gain (loss)

3,988   (7,102)   8,198   6,887
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(4,607)   3,906   (11,316)   10,083
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

10,299   8,808   15,811   32,264
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(897)   (1,081)   (659)   (275)
Class I

(9,380)   (10,159)   (17,309)   (14,542)
Class R6

(514)   (755)   (717)   (419)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(10,791)   (11,995)   (18,685)   (15,236)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

(2,466)   (5,511)   6,837   6,415
Class I

(24,112)   (30,506)   71,216   54,159
Class R6

2,142   (24,334)   8,158   5,442
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(24,436)   (60,351)   86,211   66,016
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(24,928)   (63,538)   83,337   83,044
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

232,813   296,351   385,596   302,552
End of Period

$ 207,885   $ 232,813   $ 468,933   $ 385,596
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 2,020   $ 2,936   $ 48   $ 124
Net realized gain (loss)

2,920   7,902   107   235
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(4,681)   5,316   (275)   154
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

259   16,154   (120)   513
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(171)   (291)   (47)   (48)
Class C

    (6)   (1)
Class I

(6,002)   (9,962)   (69)   (74)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(6,173)   (10,253)   (122)   (123)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

(1,135)   (546)   (1,354)   3,790
Class C

    (1,000)   1,307
Class I

(33,788)   (12,363)   (972)   2,039
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(34,923)   (12,909)   (3,326)   7,136
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(40,837)   (7,008)   (3,568)   7,526
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

297,601   304,609   15,714   8,188
End of Period

$ 256,764   $ 297,601   $ 12,146   $ 15,714
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund   Seix Total Return Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 46   $ 84   $ 5,357   $ 5,104
Net realized gain (loss)

98   224   4,213   14,104
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(168)   110   (14,968)   15,763
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

(24)   418   (5,398)   34,971
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(29)   (23)   (139)   (391)
Class I

(211)   (204)   (3,723)   (7,922)
Class R6

    (1,687)   (2,773)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(240)   (227)   (5,549)   (11,086)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

(517)   (81)   (575)   (13,879)
Class I

(5,117)   1,245   (13,878)   58,104
Class R6

    (27,249)   57,411
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(5,634)   1,164   (41,702)   101,636
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(5,898)   1,355   (52,649)   125,521
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

13,723   12,368   431,731   306,210
End of Period

$ 7,825   $ 13,723   $ 379,082   $ 431,731
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 2,095   $ 7,614   $ 4   $ 93
Net realized gain (loss)

675   (124)   275   298
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(3,132)   4,410   (460)   117
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

(362)   11,900   (181)   508
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(4)   (94)   (132)   (68)
Class C

    (4)   (1)
Class I

(1,732)   (7,500)   (159)   (136)
Class R6

(318)   (313)    
Return of Capital:              
Class A

(2)      
Class I

(901)      
Class R6

(166)      
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(3,123)   (7,907)   (295)   (205)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):              
Class A

(17,659)   19,270   (2,485)   (374)
Class C

    (341)   110
Class I

(377,023)   221,890   (6,165)   (4,684)
Class R6

70,909   61,689    
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(323,773)   302,849   (8,991)   (4,948)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(327,258)   306,842   (9,467)   (4,645)
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

1,210,652   903,810   16,871   21,516
End of Period

$ 883,394   $ 1,210,652   $ 7,404   $ 16,871
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations      
Net investment income (loss)

$ 343   $ 594
Net realized gain (loss)

42   (520)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(308)   186
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

77   260
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders      
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:      
Class A

(24)   (34)
Class I

(335)   (559)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(359)   (593)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 6):      
Class A

883   1,091
Class I

(5,489)   (3,152)
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(4,606)   (2,061)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(4,888)   (2,394)
Net Assets      
Beginning of period

48,900   51,294
End of Period

$ 44,012   $ 48,900
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                   
Seix Core Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.52  0.09  (0.26)  (0.17)  (0.09)  —  (0.06)  (0.15)  (0.32)  $11.20  (1.43) %  $ 8,651  0.64 %  0.88 %  0.82 %  149 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.91  0.10  0.87  0.97  (0.11)  —  (0.25)  (0.36)  0.61  11.52  8.91   10,943  0.64   0.89   0.88   221  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.36  0.22  0.55  0.77  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  0.55  10.91  7.48   9,183  0.64   0.91   2.03   197  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.63  0.22  (0.25)  (0.03)  (0.23)  (0.01)  —  (0.24)  (0.27)  10.36  (0.28)   5,993  0.64   0.89   2.18   172  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.56  0.14  0.08  0.22  (0.12)  (0.03)  —  (0.15)  0.07  10.63  2.12   8,433  0.65   (7) 0.79   1.73   130  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.86  0.16  (0.06)  0.10  (0.19)  —  (0.21)  (0.40)  (0.30)  10.56  0.90   10,363  0.64   0.64   1.45   210  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.53  0.11  (0.27)  (0.16)  (0.11)  —  (0.06)  (0.17)  (0.33)  $11.20  (1.38) %  $ 96,081  0.50 %  0.60 %  0.94 %  149 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.91  0.10  0.89  0.99  (0.12)  —  (0.25)  (0.37)  0.62  11.53  9.15   187,741  0.50   0.59   0.90   221  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.36  0.24  0.54  0.78  (0.23)  —  —  (0.23)  0.55  10.91  7.63   93,576  0.50   0.64   2.21   197  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.63  0.24  (0.26)  (0.02)  (0.24)  (0.01)  —  (0.25)  (0.27)  10.36  (0.14)   136,247  0.50   0.62   2.31   172  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.57  0.15  0.07  0.22  (0.13)  (0.03)  —  (0.16)  0.06  10.63  2.13   186,029  0.51   (7) 0.58   1.87   130  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.86  0.17  (0.04)  0.13  (0.21)  —  (0.21)  (0.42)  (0.29)  10.57  1.15   199,622  0.49   0.49   1.58   210  
Class R6*                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.53  0.13  (0.27)  (0.14)  (0.13)  —  (0.06)  (0.19)  (0.33)  $11.20  (1.24) %  $ 2,526  0.36 %  0.48 %  1.12 %  149 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.91  0.14  0.87  1.01  (0.14)  —  (0.25)  (0.39)  0.62  11.53  9.31   1,539  0.36   0.49   1.21   221  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.36  0.23  0.57  0.80  (0.25)  —  —  (0.25)  0.55  10.91  7.78   2,025  0.36   0.50   2.12   197  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.63  0.25  (0.26)  (0.01)  (0.25)  (0.01)  —  (0.26)  (0.27)  10.36  (0.02)   114  0.36   0.48   2.40   172  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.57  0.16  0.08  0.24  (0.15)  (0.03)  —  (0.18)  0.06  10.63  2.24   3,279  0.36   0.46   1.96   130  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.86  0.19  (0.05)  0.14  (0.22)  —  (0.21)  (0.43)  (0.29)  10.57  1.29   1,352  0.35   0.35   1.78   210  
                                   
Seix Corporate Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.89  0.18  (0.37)  (0.19)  (0.16)  —  (0.21)  (0.37)  (0.56)  $ 9.33  (1.90) %  $ 7,806  0.95 %  1.04 %  1.85 %  164 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.95  0.20  1.34  1.54  (0.24)  —  (0.36)  (0.60)  0.94  9.89  17.44   8,765  0.95   1.03   2.07   135  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.15  0.23  0.78  1.01  (0.21)  —  —  (0.21)  0.80  8.95  12.47   5,599  0.95   1.10   2.69   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.76  0.26  (0.60)  (0.34)  (0.25)  —  (0.02)  (0.27)  (0.61)  8.15  (3.90)   345  0.95   1.35   3.08   299  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.69  0.18  0.21  0.39  (0.16)  —  (0.16)  (0.32)  0.07  8.76  4.53   363  0.95   1.34   2.68   80  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.50  0.24  0.27  0.51  (0.24)  —  (0.08)  (0.32)  0.19  8.69  6.01   591  0.95   1.15   2.75   182  
Class C                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.84  0.11  (0.36)  (0.25)  (0.09)  —  (0.21)  (0.30)  (0.55)  $ 9.29  (2.50) %  $ 819  1.65 %  1.76 %  1.14 %  164 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.91  0.13  1.33  1.46  (0.17)  —  (0.36)  (0.53)  0.93  9.84  16.57   1,365  1.65   1.78   1.34   135  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.11  0.16  0.78  0.94  (0.14)  —  —  (0.14)  0.80  8.91  11.60   671  1.65   1.84   1.87   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.72  0.20  (0.60)  (0.40)  (0.19)  —  (0.02)  (0.21)  (0.61)  8.11  (4.61)   5,459  1.65   2.12   2.37   299  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.65  0.13  0.21  0.34  (0.11)  —  (0.16)  (0.27)  0.07  8.72  4.02   6,518  1.62   2.10   2.02   80  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.46  0.18  0.27  0.45  (0.18)  —  (0.08)  (0.26)  0.19  8.65  5.29   7,369  1.65   1.82   2.03   182  
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
Seix Corporate Bond Fund (Continued)                                  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.84  0.20  (0.37)  (0.17)  (0.18)  —  (0.21)  (0.39)  (0.56)  $ 9.28  (1.67) %  $ 54,087  0.70 %  0.77 %  2.07 %  164 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.90  0.22  1.35  1.57  (0.27)  —  (0.36)  (0.63)  0.94  9.84  17.82   103,866  0.70   0.80   2.26   135  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.11  0.25  0.77  1.02  (0.23)  —  —  (0.23)  0.79  8.90  12.66   32,896  0.70   0.86   2.90   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.73  0.27  (0.60)  (0.33)  (0.27)  —  (0.02)  (0.29)  (0.62)  8.11  (3.81)   35,244  0.70   1.03   3.33   299  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.65  0.19  0.23  0.42  (0.18)  —  (0.16)  (0.34)  0.08  8.73  4.86   8,382  0.70   1.18   2.93   80  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.46  0.26  0.27  0.53  (0.26)  —  (0.08)  (0.34)  0.19  8.65  6.29   12,651  0.70   0.93   2.99   182  
Class R6                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.83  0.23  (0.36)  (0.13)  (0.21)  —  (0.21)  (0.42)  (0.55)  $ 9.28  (1.31) %  $ 95  0.43 %  0.70 %  2.37 %  164 % 
10/20/20 (8) to 12/31/20   9.75  0.05  0.41  0.46  (0.10)  —  (0.28)  (0.38)  0.08  9.83  4.75   101  0.43   0.71   2.51   135   (9)
                                   
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.09  0.28  0.13  0.41  (0.27)  —  —  (0.27)  0.14  $ 8.23  5.14 %  $ 42,301  0.95 %  (10)(11)(12) 0.95 %  3.35 %  72 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.40  0.30  (0.31)  (0.01)  (0.30)  —  —  (0.30)  (0.31)  8.09  0.06   35,224  0.96   (12) 0.96   3.76   68  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.30  0.41  0.11  0.52  (0.42)  —  —  (0.42)  0.10  8.40  6.30   47,938  0.95   (10)(12) 0.93   4.79   17  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.70  0.40  (0.40)  —  (0.40)  —  —  (0.40)  (0.40)  8.30  (0.11)   68,213  0.94   0.95   4.58   75  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.75  0.26  (0.05)  0.21  (0.26)  —  —  (0.26)  (0.05)  8.70  2.47   113,611  0.92   0.93   4.00   55  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.33  0.39  0.41  0.80  (0.38)  —  —  (0.38)  0.42  8.75  9.78   135,833  0.94   0.94   4.51   79  
Class C                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.09  0.23  0.14  0.37  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  0.15  $ 8.24  4.65 %  $ 14,303  1.54 %  (12) 1.73 %  2.74 %  72 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.40  0.25  (0.31)  (0.06)  (0.25)  —  —  (0.25)  (0.31)  8.09  (0.52)   21,841  1.54   (12) 1.68   3.19   68  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.30  0.36  0.11  0.47  (0.37)  —  —  (0.37)  0.10  8.40  5.68   37,586  1.53   (12) 1.65   4.21   17  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.70  0.35  (0.40)  (0.05)  (0.35)  —  —  (0.35)  (0.40)  8.30  (0.68)   45,588  1.52   1.62   4.01   75  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.76  0.22  (0.06)  0.16  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  (0.06)  8.70  1.89   51,551  1.52   1.60   3.40   55  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.33  0.34  0.42  0.76  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  0.43  8.76  9.28   56,981  1.52   1.52   3.94   79  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.09  0.30  0.14  0.44  (0.30)  —  —  (0.30)  0.14  $ 8.23  5.47 %  $2,102,532  0.64 %  (12) 0.73 %  3.65 %  72 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.40  0.32  (0.30)  0.02  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  (0.31)  8.09  0.38   1,526,917  0.64   (12) 0.75   4.10   68  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.30  0.43  0.11  0.54  (0.44)  —  —  (0.44)  0.10  8.40  6.63   2,701,126  0.63   (12) 0.72   5.13   17  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.70  0.43  (0.40)  0.03  (0.43)  —  —  (0.43)  (0.40)  8.30  0.22   4,380,792  0.62   0.70   4.92   75  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.75  0.28  (0.05)  0.23  (0.28)  —  —  (0.28)  (0.05)  8.70  2.70   4,546,547  0.62   0.69   4.29   55  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.33  0.41  0.42  0.83  (0.41)  —  —  (0.41)  0.42  8.75  10.13   4,459,175  0.63   0.63   4.80   79  
Class R6*                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.10  0.31  0.14  0.45  (0.31)  —  —  (0.31)  0.14  $ 8.24  5.57 %  $ 255,611  0.54 %  (12) 0.62 %  3.76 %  72 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.40  0.34  (0.31)  0.03  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  (0.30)  8.10  0.61   142,506  0.54   (12) 0.63   4.30   68  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.30  0.44  0.11  0.55  (0.45)  —  —  (0.45)  0.10  8.40  6.74   552,427  0.53   (12) 0.61   5.21   17  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.71  0.43  (0.40)  0.03  (0.44)  —  —  (0.44)  (0.41)  8.30  0.20   805,046  0.52   0.58   5.00   75  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.76  0.29  (0.05)  0.24  (0.29)  —  —  (0.29)  (0.05)  8.71  2.78   1,277,730  0.52   0.59   4.39   55  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.33  0.43  0.42  0.85  (0.42)  —  —  (0.42)  0.43  8.76  10.37   1,307,701  0.52   0.52   4.94   79  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                   
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.42  0.11  (0.07)  0.04  (0.11)  —  (0.17)  (0.28)  (0.24)  $12.18  0.35 %  $ 6,711  0.73 %  0.94 %  0.91 %  48 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.05  0.13  0.69  0.82  (0.13)  —  (0.32)  (0.45)  0.37  12.42  6.85   7,626  0.75   (7) 0.95   1.04   203  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.62  0.21  0.67  0.88  (0.21)  —  (0.24)  (0.45)  0.43  12.05  7.67   6,893  0.75   0.98   1.78   233  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.94  0.31  (0.26)  0.05  (0.31)  —  (0.06)  (0.37)  (0.32)  11.62  0.44   6,767  0.80   (7) 0.95   2.63   130  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.69  0.21  0.27  0.48  (0.22)  —  (0.01)  (0.23)  0.25  11.94  4.12   8,175  0.80   0.91   2.39   173  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.36  0.24  (0.22)  0.02  (0.24)  —  (0.45)  (0.69)  (0.67)  11.69  0.27   12,276  0.80   0.80   1.99   218  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.42  0.13  (0.07)  0.06  (0.13)  —  (0.17)  (0.30)  (0.24)  $12.18  0.50 %  $ 51,358  0.58 %  0.85 %  1.06 %  48 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.05  0.15  0.69  0.84  (0.15)  —  (0.32)  (0.47)  0.37  12.42  7.01   74,004  0.60   (7) 0.86   1.18   203  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.62  0.23  0.67  0.90  (0.23)  —  (0.24)  (0.47)  0.43  12.05  7.83   53,306  0.60   0.89   1.91   233  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.93  0.32  (0.25)  0.07  (0.32)  —  (0.06)  (0.38)  (0.31)  11.62  0.67   41,769  0.65   (7) 0.85   2.77   130  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.68  0.23  0.26  0.49  (0.23)  —  (0.01)  (0.24)  0.25  11.93  4.24   75,684  0.65   0.82   2.55   173  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.36  0.26  (0.23)  0.03  (0.26)  —  (0.45)  (0.71)  (0.68)  11.68  0.33   78,729  0.65   0.71   2.12   218  
                                   
Seix High Income Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 6.46  0.30  (0.01)  0.29  (0.30)  —  —  (0.30)  (0.01)  $ 6.45  4.52 %  $ 17,612  0.93 %  1.14 %  4.65 %  103 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   6.33  0.31  0.13  0.44  (0.31)  —  —  (0.31)  0.13  6.46  7.48   20,133  0.93   (7) 1.16   5.14   201  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   5.96  0.32  0.37  0.69  (0.32)  —  —  (0.32)  0.37  6.33  11.67   25,338  0.98   (7) 1.13   5.03   113  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   6.53  0.36  (0.57)  (0.21)  (0.36)  —  —  (0.36)  (0.57)  5.96  (3.42)   14,327  1.03   1.11   5.56   77  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   6.46  0.28  0.07  0.35  (0.28)  —  (13) —  (0.28)  0.07  6.53  5.52   29,592  1.02   1.10   5.69   45  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   5.92  0.38  0.53  0.91  (0.37)  —  —  (0.37)  0.54  6.46  15.69   63,104  1.04   1.04   5.92   95  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 6.45  0.32  (0.02)  0.30  (0.31)  —  —  (0.31)  (0.01)  $ 6.44  4.78 %  $ 179,018  0.68 %  0.89 %  4.90 %  103 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   6.33  0.32  0.13  0.45  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  0.12  6.45  7.58   203,543  0.68   (7) 0.92   5.38   201  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   5.95  0.33  0.38  0.71  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  0.38  6.33  12.12   234,101  0.74   (7) 0.90   5.29   113  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   6.52  0.37  (0.57)  (0.20)  (0.37)  —  —  (0.37)  (0.57)  5.95  (3.20)   264,435  0.80   0.88   5.87   77  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   6.46  0.29  0.06  0.35  (0.29)  —  (13) —  (0.29)  0.06  6.52  5.53   390,665  0.81   (7) 0.87   5.93   45  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   5.92  0.39  0.54  0.93  (0.39)  —  —  (0.39)  0.54  6.46  15.95   456,928  0.80   0.81   6.15   95  
Class R6                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 6.45  0.32  (0.01)  0.31  (0.32)  —  —  (0.32)  (0.01)  $ 6.44  4.87 %  $ 11,255  0.59 %  0.75 %  4.98 %  103 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   6.32  0.33  0.13  0.46  (0.33)  —  —  (0.33)  0.13  6.45  7.85   9,137  0.59   (7) 0.77   5.39   201  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   5.95  0.33  0.38  0.71  (0.34)  —  —  (0.34)  0.37  6.32  12.08   36,912  0.61   (7) 0.76   5.30   113  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   6.52  0.38  (0.57)  (0.19)  (0.38)  —  —  (0.38)  (0.57)  5.95  (3.05)   4,927  0.64   0.75   6.03   77  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   6.45  0.30  0.07  0.37  (0.30)  —  (13) —  (0.30)  0.07  6.52  5.82   5,898  0.64   0.73   6.09   45  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   5.92  0.40  0.53  0.93  (0.40)  —  —  (0.40)  0.53  6.45  15.96   4,125  0.64   0.64   6.26   95  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                   
Seix High Yield Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.59  0.34  (0.03)  0.31  (0.34)  —  —  (0.34)  (0.03)  $ 8.56  3.69 %  $ 18,370  0.82 %  1.01 %  4.01 %  93 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.19  0.37  0.40  0.77  (0.37)  —  —  (0.37)  0.40  8.59  9.86   11,608  0.82   1.05   4.54   182  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   7.62  0.38  0.57  0.95  (0.38)  —  —  (0.38)  0.57  8.19  12.64   4,623  0.82   1.04   4.70   98  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.21  0.43  (0.59)  (0.16)  (0.43)  —  —  (0.43)  (0.59)  7.62  (2.07)   2,910  0.82   1.02   5.32   59  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.16  0.34  0.03  0.37  (0.30)  (0.02)  —  (0.32)  0.05  8.21  4.63   4,810  0.83   (7) 0.97   5.43   41  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   7.61  0.44  0.55  0.99  (0.44)  —  —  (0.44)  0.55  8.16  13.20   6,214  0.82   0.82   5.51   87  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.81  0.37  (0.03)  0.34  (0.37)  —  —  (0.37)  (0.03)  $ 8.78  3.88 %  $ 430,620  0.64 %  0.73 %  4.21 %  93 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.41  0.40  0.40  0.80  (0.40)  —  —  (0.40)  0.40  8.81  9.93   362,138  0.64   0.76   4.81   182  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   7.82  0.41  0.58  0.99  (0.40)  —  —  (0.40)  0.59  8.41  12.91   292,284  0.64   0.77   4.93   98  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.41  0.45  (0.58)  (0.13)  (0.46)  —  —  (0.46)  (0.59)  7.82  (1.70)   286,931  0.64   0.76   5.53   59  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.37  0.34  0.04  0.38  (0.32)  (0.02)  —  (0.34)  0.04  8.41  4.64   403,198  0.65   (7) 0.73   5.38   41  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   7.80  0.46  0.57  1.03  (0.46)  —  —  (0.46)  0.57  8.37  13.48   483,080  0.64   0.64   5.65   87  
Class R6*                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.81  0.38  (0.03)  0.35  (0.38)  —  —  (0.38)  (0.03)  $ 8.78  4.00 %  $ 19,943  0.53 %  0.64 %  4.32 %  93 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.41  0.41  0.40  0.81  (0.41)  —  —  (0.41)  0.40  8.81  10.05   11,850  0.53   0.67   4.92   182  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   7.82  0.40  0.60  1.00  (0.41)  —  —  (0.41)  0.59  8.41  13.03   5,645  0.53   0.67   4.89   98  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.42  0.44  (0.58)  (0.14)  (0.46)  —  —  (0.46)  (0.60)  7.82  (1.74)   1,009  0.53   0.64   5.31   59  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   8.37  0.35  0.05  0.40  (0.33)  (0.02)  —  (0.35)  0.05  8.42  4.85   45,035  0.54   (7) 0.62   5.50   41  
8/1/16 to 3/31/17(14)   8.17  0.33  0.18  0.51  (0.31)  —  —  (0.31)  0.20  8.37  6.34   42,695  0.54   0.54   5.86   87  
                                   
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.99  0.07  (0.08)  (0.01)  (0.07)  —  (0.18)  (0.25)  (0.26)  $11.73  (0.04) %  $ 7,592  0.71 %  (7) 1.01 %  0.58 %  95 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.72  0.10  0.57  0.67  (0.10)  —  (0.30)  (0.40)  0.27  11.99  5.73   8,902  0.73   (7) 1.01   0.84   173  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.45  0.19  0.55  0.74  (0.19)  —  (0.28)  (0.47)  0.27  11.72  6.54   9,329  0.75   (7) 1.00   1.65   203  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.75  0.28  (0.23)  0.05  (0.28)  —  (0.07)  (0.35)  (0.30)  11.45  0.45   9,999  0.80   (7) 1.00   2.47   105  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.65  0.22  0.10  0.32  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  0.10  11.75  2.76   11,066  0.80   0.96   2.46   130  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.24  0.26  (0.32)  (0.06)  (0.26)  —  (0.27)  (0.53)  (0.59)  11.65  (0.48)   20,281  0.80   0.92   2.16   138  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.98  0.09  (0.08)  0.01  (0.09)  —  (0.18)  (0.27)  (0.26)  $11.72  0.11 %  $ 249,172  0.56 %  (7) 0.80 %  0.73 %  95 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.70  0.12  0.58  0.70  (0.12)  —  (0.30)  (0.42)  0.28  11.98  5.98   288,699  0.58   (7) 0.82   0.98   173  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.43  0.21  0.55  0.76  (0.21)  —  (0.28)  (0.49)  0.27  11.70  6.71   295,280  0.60   (7) 0.81   1.80   203  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.73  0.30  (0.23)  0.07  (0.30)  —  (0.07)  (0.37)  (0.30)  11.43  0.60   307,001  0.65   (7) 0.80   2.61   105  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.64  0.23  0.09  0.32  (0.23)  —  —  (0.23)  0.09  11.73  2.79   463,968  0.65   0.76   2.62   130  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.22  0.28  (0.31)  (0.03)  (0.28)  —  (0.27)  (0.55)  (0.58)  11.64  (0.24)   519,784  0.65   0.70   2.30   138  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                   
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.24  0.03  (0.13)  (0.10)  (0.03)  —  (0.06)  (0.09)  (0.19)  $10.05  (0.97) %  $ 4,826  0.80 %  1.37 %  0.30 %  110 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.96  0.07  0.29  0.36  (0.08)  —  —  (0.08)  0.28  10.24  3.59   6,280  0.80   1.27   0.66   171  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.83  0.17  0.13  0.30  (0.17)  —  —  (0.17)  0.13  9.96  3.08   2,300  0.80   1.81   1.73   77  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.90  0.14  (0.06)  0.08  (0.14)  (0.01)  —  (0.15)  (0.07)  9.83  0.81   2,028  0.80   1.68   1.43   93  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.95  0.07  (0.04)  0.03  (0.07)  (0.01)  —  (0.08)  (0.05)  9.90  0.27   2,210  0.80   1.26   0.89   145  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.01  0.06  (0.06)  —  (0.06)  —  —  (0.06)  (0.06)  9.95  0.03   2,308  0.80   0.80   0.58   129  
Class C                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.24  —  (13) (0.13)  (0.13)  —  (13) —  (0.06)  (0.06)  (0.19)  $10.05  (1.29) %  $ 1,058  1.15 %  2.22 %  (0.04) %  110 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.96  0.01  0.28  0.29  (0.01)  —  —  (0.01)  0.28  10.24  2.96   2,082  1.39   2.10   0.08   171  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.83  0.09  0.13  0.22  (0.09)  —  —  (0.09)  0.13  9.96  2.29   733  1.57   2.58   0.95   77  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.89  0.07  (0.06)  0.01  (0.06)  (0.01)  —  (0.07)  (0.06)  9.83  0.14   1,461  1.57   2.48   0.66   93  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.94  0.02  (0.05)  (0.03)  (0.01)  (0.01)  —  (0.02)  (0.05)  9.89  (0.26)   1,257  1.48   2.04   0.21   145  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.00  —  (13) (0.06)  (0.06)  —  —  —  —  (0.06)  9.94  (0.57)   1,310  1.40   1.57   (0.03)   129  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.22  0.05  (0.14)  (0.09)  (0.05)  —  (0.06)  (0.11)  (0.20)  $10.02  (0.87) %  $ 6,262  0.60 %  1.21 %  0.50 %  110 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.93  0.09  0.30  0.39  (0.10)  —  —  (0.10)  0.29  10.22  3.91   7,352  0.60   1.16   0.88   171  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.80  0.19  0.13  0.32  (0.19)  —  —  (0.19)  0.13  9.93  3.29   5,155  0.60   1.61   1.93   77  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.86  0.16  (0.05)  0.11  (0.16)  (0.01)  —  (0.17)  (0.06)  9.80  1.11   5,719  0.60   1.43   1.62   93  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.92  0.08  (0.05)  0.03  (0.08)  (0.01)  —  (0.09)  (0.06)  9.86  0.31   7,918  0.60   0.91   1.05   145  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.98  0.08  (0.06)  0.02  (0.08)  —  —  (0.08)  (0.06)  9.92  0.23   52,024  0.60   0.69   0.77   129  
                                   
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.16  0.03  (0.08)  (0.05)  (0.03)  —  (0.22)  (0.25)  (0.30)  $ 9.86  (0.48) %  $ 924  0.54 %  1.37 %  0.30 %  38 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.03  0.05  0.24  0.29  (0.05)  —  (0.11)  (0.16)  0.13  10.16  2.86   1,474  0.64   (7) 1.25   0.49   125  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.92  0.12  0.23  0.35  (0.12)  —  (0.12)  (0.24)  0.11  10.03  3.54   1,535  0.65   1.17   1.15   77  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.91  0.09  0.02  0.11  (0.10)  —  —  (13) (0.10)  0.01  9.92  1.10   1,411  0.65   1.05   0.96   50  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.93  0.05  (0.01)  0.04  (0.05)  —  (0.01)  (0.06)  (0.02)  9.91  0.39   1,765  0.65   0.95   0.70   56  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.98  0.05  (0.03)  0.02  (0.06)  —  (0.01)  (0.07)  (0.05)  9.93  0.26   1,810  0.65   0.74   0.54   59  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.17  0.05  (0.08)  (0.03)  (0.05)  —  (0.22)  (0.27)  (0.30)  $ 9.87  (0.31) %  $ 6,901  0.37 %  1.27 %  0.47 %  38 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.04  0.06  0.25  0.31  (0.07)  —  (0.11)  (0.18)  0.13  10.17  3.03   12,249  0.47   (7) 1.15   0.64   125  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.93  0.13  0.23  0.36  (0.13)  —  (0.12)  (0.25)  0.11  10.04  3.71   10,833  0.48   1.05   1.34   77  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.91  0.11  0.02  0.13  (0.11)  —  —  (13) (0.11)  0.02  9.93  1.37   19,043  0.48   0.89   1.12   50  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.93  0.07  (0.01)  0.06  (0.07)  —  (0.01)  (0.08)  (0.02)  9.91  0.52   31,289  0.48   0.81   0.87   56  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.98  0.08  (0.04)  0.04  (0.08)  —  (0.01)  (0.09)  (0.05)  9.93  0.40   26,710  0.48   0.66   0.75   59  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                   
Seix Total Return Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.93  0.12  (0.30)  (0.18)  (0.09)  —  (0.03)  (0.12)  (0.30)  $11.63  (1.47) %  $ 11,991  0.70 %  0.86 %  1.01 %  131 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.03  0.15  1.05  1.20  (0.21)  —  (0.09)  (0.30)  0.90  11.93  10.91   12,879  0.70   0.87   1.27   186  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.52  0.22  0.48  0.70  (0.13)  (0.06)  —  (0.19)  0.51  11.03  6.69   24,861  0.70   0.94   2.04   190  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.77  0.23  (0.28)  (0.05)  (0.20)  —  —  (0.20)  (0.25)  10.52  (0.48)   10,717  0.70   0.85   2.18   169  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.77  0.15  —  0.15  (0.09)  (0.06)  —  (0.15)  —  10.77  1.37   13,227  0.71   (7) 0.84   1.86   150  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.02  0.20  (0.06)  0.14  (0.22)  —  (0.17)  (0.39)  (0.25)  10.77  1.22   27,284  0.70   0.70   1.85   210  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.54  0.14  (0.28)  (0.14)  (0.12)  —  (0.03)  (0.15)  (0.29)  $11.25  (1.23) %  $ 274,304  0.46 %  0.56 %  1.25 %  131 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.68  0.16  1.03  1.19  (0.24)  —  (0.09)  (0.33)  0.86  11.54  11.12   295,811  0.46   0.57   1.38   186  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.17  0.24  0.48  0.72  (0.15)  (0.06)  —  (0.21)  0.51  10.68  7.12   220,036  0.46   0.59   2.32   190  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.42  0.24  (0.28)  (0.04)  (0.21)  —  —  (0.21)  (0.25)  10.17  (0.32)   335,999  0.46   0.55   2.39   169  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.42  0.17  (0.01)  0.16  (0.10)  (0.06)  —  (0.16)  —  10.42  1.56   681,009  0.46   0.53   2.15   150  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.67  0.22  (0.07)  0.15  (0.23)  —  (0.17)  (0.40)  (0.25)  10.42  1.44   790,997  0.46   0.46   2.10   210  
Class R6*                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.53  0.16  (0.28)  (0.12)  (0.14)  —  (0.03)  (0.17)  (0.29)  $11.24  (1.08) %  $ 92,787  0.31 %  0.45 %  1.40 %  131 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.67  0.17  1.03  1.20  (0.25)  —  (0.09)  (0.34)  0.86  11.53  11.30   123,041  0.31   0.46   1.53   186  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.17  0.26  0.46  0.72  (0.16)  (0.06)  —  (0.22)  0.50  10.67  7.18   61,313  0.31   0.45   2.51   190  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.42  0.26  (0.28)  (0.02)  (0.23)  —  —  (0.23)  (0.25)  10.17  (0.17)   70,626  0.31   0.44   2.55   169  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.42  0.19  (0.02)  0.17  (0.11)  (0.06)  —  (0.17)  —  10.42  1.68   145,096  0.31   0.40   2.38   150  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.67  0.25  (0.08)  0.17  (0.25)  —  (0.17)  (0.42)  (0.25)  10.42  1.58   101,022  0.31   0.31   2.40   210  
                                   
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.04  (0.01)  (0.02)  (0.03)  —  (13) —  (13) —  —  (13) (0.03)  $10.01  (0.29) %  $ 15,323  0.66 %  0.67 %  (0.07) %  52 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.00  0.04  0.06  0.10  (0.06)  —  —  (0.06)  0.04  10.04  0.99   33,092  0.66   0.66   0.41   54  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.99  0.19  0.02  0.21  (0.20)  —  —  (0.20)  0.01  10.00  2.11   13,741  0.65   (11) 0.65   1.91   63  
7/24/18 to 12/31/18(15)   10.00  0.09  (0.01)  0.08  (0.08)  (0.01)  —  (0.09)  (0.01)  9.99  0.79   5,497  0.63   (11) 0.63   2.10   28   (9)
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.04  0.02  (0.03)  (0.01)  (0.02)  (0.01)  —  (0.03)  (0.04)  $10.00  (0.13) %  $ 710,303  0.41 %  0.49 %  0.18 %  52 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.00  0.08  0.04  0.12  (0.08)  —  —  (0.08)  0.04  10.04  1.25   1,090,217  0.41   0.49   0.76   54  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.99  0.23  —  0.23  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  0.01  10.00  2.36   864,548  0.41   0.50   2.27   63  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.01  0.19  (0.01)  0.18  (0.19)  (0.01)  —  (0.20)  (0.02)  9.99  1.83   1,232,473  0.41   0.50   1.89   28  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.03  0.09  (0.01)  0.08  (0.09)  (0.01)  —  (0.10)  (0.02)  10.01  0.82   1,343,042  0.41   0.47   1.17   48  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.03  0.07  0.03  0.10  (0.10)  —  —  (0.10)  —  10.03  0.98   1,367,242  0.42   0.42   0.72   77  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund (Continued)                                  
Class R6*                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.05  0.03  (0.02)  0.01  (0.03)  (0.01)  —  (0.04)  (0.03)  $10.02  0.12 %  $ 157,768  0.26 %  0.35 %  0.32 %  52 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.01  0.07  0.07  0.14  (0.10)  —  —  (0.10)  0.04  10.05  1.40   87,343  0.26   0.38   0.66   54  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.00  0.24  0.01  0.25  (0.24)  —  —  (0.24)  0.01  10.01  2.51   25,521  0.26   0.37   2.39   63  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.03  0.20  (0.01)  0.19  (0.21)  (0.01)  —  (0.22)  (0.03)  10.00  1.88   32,940  0.26   0.37   2.01   28  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   10.04  0.10  —  (13) 0.10  (0.10)  (0.01)  —  (0.11)  (0.01)  10.03  1.04   43,072  0.26   0.33   1.32   48  
8/1/16 to 3/31/17(14)   10.04  0.08  —  0.08  (0.08)  —  —  (0.08)  —  10.04  0.77   32,657  0.26   0.26   1.12   77  
                                   
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.46  —  (13) (0.19)  (0.19)  (0.08)  —  (0.25)  (0.33)  (0.52)  $10.94  (1.68) %  $ 3,698  0.90 %  2.03 %  (0.04) %  87 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.28  0.04  0.25  0.29  (0.11)  —  —  (0.11)  0.18  11.46  2.60   6,395  0.90   1.81   0.39   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.87  0.22  0.42  0.64  (0.22)  (0.01)  —  (0.23)  0.41  11.28  5.94   6,657  0.90   1.74   1.97   101  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.09  0.20  (0.17)  0.03  (0.20)  (0.05)  —  (0.25)  (0.22)  10.87  0.31   3,727  0.90   2.01   1.88   129  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.10  0.12  0.04  0.16  (0.11)  (0.06)  —  (0.17)  (0.01)  11.09  1.45   2,566  0.90   1.59   1.48   89  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.31  0.05  (0.04)  0.01  (0.18)  —  (0.04)  (0.22)  (0.21)  11.10  0.04   3,594  0.90   0.98   0.41   118  
Class C                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.48  (0.10)  (0.17)  (0.27)  —  (13) —  (0.25)  (0.25)  (0.52)  $10.96  (2.40) %  $ 147  1.65 %  2.31 %  (0.84) %  87 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.30  (0.05)  0.26  0.21  (0.03)  —  —  (0.03)  0.18  11.48  1.83   499  1.65   2.05   (0.46)   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.89  0.14  0.41  0.55  (0.13)  (0.01)  —  (0.14)  0.41  11.30  5.09   383  1.65   1.99   1.29   101  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.11  0.12  (0.17)  (0.05)  (0.12)  (0.05)  —  (0.17)  (0.22)  10.89  (0.43)   3,174  1.65   2.00   1.09   129  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.11  0.05  0.06  0.11  (0.05)  (0.06)  —  (0.11)  —  11.11  0.99   3,722  1.62   1.98   0.65   89  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.33  (0.03)  (0.06)  (0.09)  (0.09)  —  (0.04)  (0.13)  (0.22)  11.11  (0.79)   4,301  1.65   1.71   0.26   118  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.48  0.01  (0.18)  (0.17)  (0.11)  —  (0.25)  (0.36)  (0.53)  $10.95  (1.57) %  $ 3,559  0.70 %  1.34 %  0.12 %  87 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   11.30  0.07  0.25  0.32  (0.14)  —  —  (0.14)  0.18  11.48  2.80   9,977  0.70   1.13   0.60   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.89  0.24  0.42  0.66  (0.24)  (0.01)  —  (0.25)  0.41  11.30  6.13   14,476  0.70   1.10   2.19   101  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.11  0.22  (0.17)  0.05  (0.22)  (0.05)  —  (0.27)  (0.22)  10.89  0.52   17,615  0.70   1.08   2.05   129  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   11.12  0.13  0.05  0.18  (0.13)  (0.06)  —  (0.19)  (0.01)  11.11  1.60   18,967  0.70   1.08   1.52   89  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.33  0.07  (0.04)  0.03  (0.20)  —  (0.04)  (0.24)  (0.21)  11.12  0.24   17,620  0.70   0.86   0.66   118  
                                   
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund                                  
Class A                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.97  0.05  (0.05)  —  (0.05)  —  —  (0.05)  (0.05)  $ 9.92  0.02 %  $ 5,049  0.65 %  0.86 %  0.49 %  89 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.96  0.10  0.01  0.11  (0.10)  —  —  (0.10)  0.01  9.97  1.13   4,189  0.65   0.84   1.03   101  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.92  0.21  0.04  0.25  (0.21)  —  —  (0.21)  0.04  9.96  2.58   3,111  0.65   0.83   2.07   97  
7/24/18 to 12/31/18(15)   9.97  0.11  (0.06)  0.05  (0.10)  —  —  (0.10)  (0.05)  9.92  0.48   1,698  0.65   0.84   2.46   112   (9)
The footnote legend is at the end of the financial highlights.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Return of Capital Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund (Continued)                                  
Class I                                  
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.96  0.07  (0.04)  0.03  (0.08)  —  —  (0.08)  (0.05)  $ 9.91  0.27 %  $ 38,963  0.40 %  0.63 %  0.73 %  89 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.95  0.13  0.01  0.14  (0.13)  —  —  (0.13)  0.01  9.96  1.39   44,711  0.40   0.62   1.29   101  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.91  0.24  0.04  0.28  (0.24)  —  —  (0.24)  0.04  9.95  2.84   48,183  0.40   0.61   2.42   97  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   9.97  0.22  (0.06)  0.16  (0.22)  —  —  (0.22)  (0.06)  9.91  1.61   60,041  0.40   0.62   2.21   112  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(6)   9.96  0.11  0.01  0.12  (0.11)  —  —  (0.11)  0.01  9.97  1.21   59,548  0.42   (7) 0.56   1.44   53  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.93  0.10  0.04  0.14  (0.11)  —  —  (0.11)  0.03  9.96  1.41   87,344  0.40   0.40   1.05   142  
    
Footnote Legend:
* On September 18, 2017, Class IS shares were renamed Class R6 shares.
(1) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(2) Not annualized for periods less than one year.
(3) Sales charges, where applicable, are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(4) Annualized for periods less than one year.
(5) The Funds will also indirectly bear their prorated share of expenses of any underlying funds in which they invest. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio.
(6) The Fund changed its fiscal year end to December 31 during the period.
(7) Due to a change in expense cap, the ratio shown is a blended expense ratio.
(8) Inception date.
(9) Portfolio turnover is representative of the Fund for the entire period.
(10) See Note 4D in Notes to Financial Statements for information on recapture of expenses previously reimbursed.
(11) The share class is currently under its expense limitation.
(12) Ratio of total expenses excluding interest expense on borrowings for the year ended December 31, 2021 were 0.93% (Class A), 1.52% (Class C), 0.62% (Class I) and 0.52% (Class R6) and the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019 were 0.94% (Class A), 1.52% (Class C), 0.62% (Class I) and 0.52% (Class R6).
(13) Amount is less than $0.005 per share.
(14) Class R6 (formerly IS) commenced operations on August 1, 2016.
(15) Class A commenced operations on July 24, 2018.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Note 1. Organization
Virtus Asset Trust (the “Trust”) is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company.
As of the date of this report, 20 funds of the Trust are offered for sale, of which 13 (each a “Fund” or collectively, the “Funds”) are reported in this annual report. Each Fund’s investment objective is outlined in its respective Fund Summary page. There is no guarantee that a Fund will achieve its objective(s).
The Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund and Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund offer Class I shares and Class A shares. The Seix Core Bond Fund, Seix High Income Fund, Seix High Yield Fund, Seix Total Return Fund, and Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund offer Class A shares, Class I shares and Class R6 shares. The Seix Corporate Bond Fund and Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund offer Class A shares, Class C shares, Class I shares and Class R6 shares. The Seix Short-Term Bond Fund and Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund offer Class A shares, Class C shares and Class I shares.
Class A shares of the Funds are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 3.75% with some exceptions. Generally, Class A shares are not subject to any charges by the Funds when redeemed; however, a 0.50% contingent deferred sales charge (“CDSC”) may be imposed on certain redemptions made within a certain period following purchases on which a finder’s fee has been paid. The period for which such CDSC applies for the Funds is 12 months for the Seix Short-Term Bond Fund, Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund and Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund, and 18 months for all other Funds (except the Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund and Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund, which are not subject to a CDSC). The CDSC period begins on the last day of the month preceding the month in which the purchase was made.
On December 5, 2019, all Class R shares for the Seix Core Bond Fund, Seix High Income Fund, Seix High Yield Fund, and Seix Total Return Bond Fund were converted into Class A shares of the respective Fund.
Class C shares are generally sold with a 1% CDSC, applicable if redeemed within one year of purchase. Class C shares and any reinvested dividends and other distributions paid on such shares, will be automatically converted to Class A shares of the same Fund following a required holding period, which as of March 1, 2021, was eight years. Effective January 1, 2019, to February 28, 2021, with certain exceptions, Class C shares and any reinvested dividends and other distributions paid on such shares, were automatically converted to Class A shares of the same Fund ten years after the purchase date. If an investor intends to purchase greater than $999,999 of Class C shares, and the purchase would qualify for Class A shares with no load, then the purchase will automatically be made into a purchase of Class A shares, thus reducing expenses. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are sold without a front-end sales charge or CDSC.
Class R6 shares are offered without a minimum initial investment to the following investors in plan level or omnibus accounts only (provided that they do not require or receive any compensation, administrative payments, sub-transfer agency payments or service payments with respect to Class R6 shares): (i) qualified retirement plans, including, but not limited to, 401(k) plans, 457 plans, employer-sponsored 403(b) plans, and defined benefit plans; (ii) banks and trust companies; (iii) insurance companies; (iv) financial intermediaries utilizing such shares in fee-based investment advisory programs; (v) registered investment companies; and (vi) non-qualified deferred compensation plans. Other institutional investors may be permitted to purchase Class R6 shares subject to the applicable Fund’s determination of eligibility and may be subject to a $2,500,000 minimum initial investment requirement. In addition, without a minimum initial investment requirement, Class R6 shares are available to any Trustee of the Virtus Funds and trustees/directors of affiliated open- and closed-end funds, directors, officers and employees of Virtus and its affiliates, and a spouse or domestic partner, child or minor grandchild of any such qualifying individual (in each case either individually or jointly with other investors), provided in each case that those shares are held directly with the Transfer Agent or in an eligible account. Class R6 shares do not carry sales commissions or pay Rule 12b-1 fees. No compensation, administrative payments, sub-transfer agency payments or service payments are paid to brokers or other entities from Fund assets or the Funds’ distributor’s or an affiliate’s resources on sales of or investments in Class R6 shares.
The Funds may impose an annual fee on accounts having balances of less than $2,500. The small account fee may be waived in certain circumstances, as disclosed in the prospectuses and/or statement of additional information. The fees collected will be used to offset certain expenses of the Funds. These fees are reflected as “Less low balance account fees” in each Fund’s Statement of Operations for the period, as applicable.
Each class of shares has identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except that each class bears any expenses attributable specifically to that class (“class-specific expenses”) and has exclusive voting rights with respect to any Rule 12b-1 and/or shareholder service plan (“12b-1 Plan”) approved by the Board. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are not subject to a 12b-1 Plan. Class-specific expenses may include shareholder servicing fees, sub-transfer agency fees, and fees under a 12b-1 Plan, as well as certain other expenses as designated by the Funds’ Treasurer and approved by the Board. Investment income, common operating expenses and realized and unrealized gains and losses of each Fund are borne pro-rata by the holders of each class of shares.
Note 2. Significant Accounting Policies
($ reported in thousands)
The Trust is an investment company that follows the accounting and reporting guidance of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 Financial Services – Investment Companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the Funds in the preparation of their financial statements and for derivatives, included in Note 3 below. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of increases and decreases in net assets from operations during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
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A. Security Valuation
  Each Fund utilizes a fair value hierarchy which prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value into three broad levels. The Funds’ policy is to recognize transfers into or out of Level 3 at the end of the reporting period.
   • Level 1 – quoted prices in active markets for identical securities (security types generally include listed equities).
     •    Level 2 – prices determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.).
     •    Level 3 – prices determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Valuation Committee’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments).
A description of the valuation techniques applied to a Fund’s major categories of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis is as follows:
Equity securities are valued at the official closing price (typically last sale) on the exchange on which the securities are primarily traded or, if no closing price is available, at the last bid price and are categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy. Restricted equity securities and private placements that are illiquid, or are internally fair valued by the Valuation Committee, are generally categorized as Level 3 in the hierarchy.
Certain non-U.S. securities may be fair valued in cases where closing prices are not readily available or are deemed not reflective of readily available market prices. For example, significant events (such as movement in the U.S. securities market, or other regional and local developments) may occur between the time that non-U.S. markets close (where the security is principally traded) and the time that a Fund calculates its net asset value (“NAV”) at the close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) (generally 4 p.m. Eastern time) that may impact the value of securities traded in these non-U.S. markets. In such cases, the Funds fair value non-U.S. securities using an independent pricing service which considers the correlation of the trading patterns of the non-U.S. security to the intraday trading in the U.S. markets for investments such as ADRs, financial futures, ETFs, and certain indexes, as well as prices for similar securities. Such fair valuations are categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Because the frequency of significant events is not predictable, fair valuation of certain non-U.S. common stocks may occur on a frequent basis.
Debt securities, including convertible bonds, and restricted securities, are valued based on evaluated quotations received from independent pricing services or from dealers who make markets in such securities. For most bond types, the pricing service utilizes matrix pricing that considers one or more of the following factors: yield or price of bonds of comparable quality, coupon, maturity, current cash flows, type, activity of the underlying equities, and current day trade information, as well as dealer supplied prices. These valuations are generally categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Structured debt instruments, such as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may also incorporate collateral analysis and utilize cash flow models for valuation and are generally categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Pricing services do not provide pricing for all securities and therefore indicative bids from dealers are utilized which are based on pricing models used by market makers in the security and are generally categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Debt securities that are internally fair valued by the Valuation Committee are generally categorized as Level 3 in the hierarchy.
Listed derivatives, such as options and futures, that are actively traded are valued at the last posted settlement price from the exchange where they are principally traded and are categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy. Over-the-counter (“OTC”) derivative contracts, which include forward currency contracts, swaps, swaptions, options and equity linked instruments, are valued based on model prices provided by independent pricing services or from dealer quotes. Depending on the derivative type and the specific terms of the transaction, these models vary and include observable inputs in actively quoted markets including but not limited to: underlying reference entity details, indices, spreads, interest rates, yield curves, dividend and exchange rates. These instruments are generally categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Centrally cleared swaps listed or traded on a bilateral or trade facility platform, such as a registered exchange, are valued at the last posted settlement price determined by the respective exchange. These securities are generally categorized as Level 2 within the hierarchy.
Investments in open-end mutual funds are valued at NAV. Investments in closed-end funds and ETFs are valued as of the close of regular trading on the NYSE each business day. Each is categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy.
A summary of the inputs used to value a Fund’s net assets by each major security type is disclosed at the end of the Schedule of Investments for each Fund. The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
B. Security Transactions and Investment Income
  Security transactions are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses from the sale of securities are determined on the identified cost basis. Dividend income is recognized on the ex-dividend date or, in the case of certain foreign securities, as soon as a Fund is notified. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis. Each Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts using the effective interest method. Premiums on callable debt securities are amortized to interest income to the earliest call date using the effective interest method. Any distributions from underlying funds are recorded in accordance with the character of the distributions as designated by the underlying funds.
  Dividend income from REITs is recorded using management’s estimate of the percentage of income included in distributions received from such investments based on historical information and other industry sources. The return of capital portion of the estimate is a reduction to investment income and a reduction in the cost basis of each investment which increases net realized gain (loss) and net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation). If the return of capital distributions exceed their cost basis, the distributions are treated as realized gains. The actual amounts of income, return of capital, and capital gains are only determined by each REIT after its fiscal year-end, and may differ from the estimated amounts.
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C. Income Taxes
  Each Fund is treated as a separate taxable entity. It is the intention of each Fund to comply with the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”) and to distribute substantially all of its taxable income to its shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes or excise taxes has been made.
  Certain Funds may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. Each Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries as applicable based upon current interpretations of the tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
  Management of the Funds has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions that would require recognition in the financial statements. Each Fund’s U.S. federal income tax return is generally subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years after it is filed. State, local and/or non-U.S. tax returns and/or other filings may be subject to examination for different periods, depending upon the tax rules of each applicable jurisdiction.
D. Distributions to Shareholders
  Distributions are recorded by each Fund on the ex-dividend date. Income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
E. Expenses
  Expenses incurred together by a Fund and other affiliated mutual funds are allocated in proportion to the net assets of each such fund, except where allocation of direct expenses to each Fund or an alternative allocation method can be more appropriately used.
  In addition to the net annual operating expenses that a Fund bears directly, the shareholders of a Fund indirectly bear the pro-rata expenses of any underlying mutual funds in which the Fund invests.
F. Foreign Currency Transactions
  Non-U.S. investment securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at the foreign currency exchange rate effective at the end of the reporting period. Cost of investments is translated at the currency exchange rate effective at the trade date. The gain or loss resulting from a change in currency exchange rates between the trade and settlement date of a portfolio transaction is treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. Likewise, the gain or loss resulting from a change in currency exchange rates between the date income is accrued and the date it is paid is treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. The Funds do not isolate that portion of the results of operations arising from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments from the fluctuations arising from changes in the market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.
G. Payment-In-Kind Securities
  Certain Funds may invest in payment-in-kind securities, which are debt or preferred stock securities that require or permit payment of interest in the form of additional securities. Payment-in-kind securities allow the issuer to avoid or delay the need to generate cash to meet current interest payments and, as a result, may involve greater risk than securities that pay interest currently or in cash.
H. Securities Traded on a To-Be-Announced Basis
  Certain Funds may trade securities on a to-be-announced (“TBA”) basis. In a TBA transaction, a Fund commits to purchasing or selling securities which have not yet been issued by the issuer and for which specific information, such as the face amount, maturity date and underlying pool of investments in U.S. government agency mortgage pass-through securities, is not announced. Securities purchased on a TBA basis are not settled until they are delivered to the Fund. Beginning on the date a Fund enters into a TBA transaction, cash, U.S. government securities or other liquid high-grade debt obligations are segregated in an amount equal in value to the purchase price of the TBA security. These securities are subject to market fluctuations and their current value is determined in the same manner as for other securities.
I. When-issued Purchases and Forward Commitments (Delayed Delivery)
  Certain Funds may engage in when-issued or forward commitment transactions. Securities purchased on a when-issued or forward commitment basis are also known as delayed delivery transactions. Delayed delivery transactions involve a commitment by a Fund to purchase or sell a security at a future date (ordinarily up to 90 days later). When-issued or forward commitments enable the Funds to lock in what is believed to be an attractive price or yield on a particular security for a period of time, regardless of future changes in interest rates. Each Fund records when-issued and forward commitment securities on the trade date. Each Fund maintains collateral for the securities purchased. Securities purchased on a when-issued or forward commitment basis begin earning interest on the settlement date.
J. Leveraged Loans
  Certain Funds may invest in direct debt instruments which are interests in amounts owed by a corporate, governmental, or other borrower to lenders or lending syndicates. Leveraged loans are generally non-investment grade and often involve borrowers that are highly leveraged. The Funds may invest in obligations of borrowers who are in bankruptcy proceedings. Leveraged loans are typically senior in the corporate capital structure of the borrower. A loan is often administered by a bank or other financial institution (the “lender”) that acts as agent for all holders. The agent administers the terms of the loan, as specified in the leveraged loan. A Fund’s investments in loans may be in the form of participations in loans or assignments of all or a portion of loans from third parties. When investing in loan participations, a Fund has the right to receive payments of principal, interest and any fees to which it is entitled only from the lender selling the loan participation and only upon receipt by the lender of payments from the borrower. A Fund generally has no right to enforce compliance with the terms of the leveraged loan with the borrower. As a
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  result, a Fund may be subject to the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling the leveraged loan. When a Fund purchases assignments from lenders it acquires direct rights against the borrower on the loan.
  A Fund may invest in multiple series or tranches of a loan, which may have varying terms and carry different associated risks. Leveraged loans may involve foreign borrowers and investments may be denominated in foreign currencies. Direct indebtedness of emerging countries involves a risk that the government entities responsible for the repayment of the debt may be unable, or unwilling, to pay the principal and interest when due.
  The leveraged loans have floating rate loan interests which generally pay interest at rates that are periodically determined by reference to a base lending rate plus a premium. The base lending rates are generally LIBOR, SOFR, the prime rate offered by one or more U.S. banks or the certificate of deposit rate. When a leveraged loan is purchased a Fund may pay an assignment fee. On an ongoing basis, a Fund may receive a commitment fee based on the undrawn portion of the underlying line of credit portion of a leveraged loan. Prepayment penalty fees are received upon the prepayment of a leveraged loan by a borrower. Prepayment penalty, facility, commitment, consent and amendment fees are recorded to income as earned or paid.
K. Securities Lending
  Funds may loan securities to qualified brokers through a securities lending agency agreement with The Bank of New York Mellon (“BNYM”). Under the securities lending policy, when lending securities a Fund is required to maintain collateral with a market value not less than 100% of the market value of loaned securities. Collateral is adjusted daily in connection with changes in the market value of securities on loan. Collateral may consist of cash and securities issued by the U.S. Government or its agencies. Cash collateral is invested in a short-term money market fund. Dividends earned on the collateral and premiums paid by the broker are recorded as income by the Fund net of fees and rebates charged/paid by BNYM for its services as securities lending agent and in connection with this securities lending program. Lending portfolio securities involves a risk of delay in the recovery of the loaned securities or in the declining value of the collateral.
  Securities lending transactions are entered into by each Fund under a Master Securities Lending Agreement (“MSLA”) which permits the Fund, under certain circumstances including an event of default (such as bankruptcy or insolvency), to offset amounts payable by the Fund to the same counterparty against amounts to be received and create one single net payment due to or from the Fund.
  At December 31, 2021, the securities loaned were subject to a MSLA on a net payment basis as follows:
    
Fund   Value of
Securities
on Loan
  Cash
Collateral
Received(1)
  Net
Amount(2)
Seix Core Bond Fund

  $ 336   $ 336   $ —
Seix High Income Fund

  3,863   3,863  
Seix High Yield Fund

  3,257   3,257  
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

  97   97  
(1) Collateral received in excess of the market value of securities on loan is not presented in this table. The cash collateral received in connection with securities lending transactions has been used for the purchase of securities as disclosed in the Fund’s Schedule of Investments.
(2) Net amount represents the net amount receivable due from the counterparty in the event of default.
 
The following table reflects a breakdown of transactions accounted for as secured borrowings, the gross obligation by the type of collateral pledged, and the remaining contractual maturity of those transactions as of December 31, 2021 for the Funds:
Fund   Securities Lending
Transactions
  Overnight
and
Continuous
Seix Core Bond Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   $ 350
Seix High Income Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   4,027
Seix High Yield Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   3,370
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   101
Note 3. Derivative Financial Instruments and Transactions
($ reported in thousands)
Disclosures about derivative instruments and hedging activities are intended to enable investors to understand how and why a Fund uses derivatives, how derivatives are accounted for, and how derivative instruments affect a Fund’s results of operations and financial position. Summarized below are such disclosures and accounting policies for each specific type of derivative instrument used by certain Funds.
A. Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts
  A forward foreign currency exchange contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell a currency at a set exchange rate on a future date. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts, when used by a Fund, help to manage the overall exposure to the currencies in which some of the investments held by the Fund are denominated. The contract is marked-to-market daily and the change in market value is recorded by the Fund
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  as an unrealized appreciation or depreciation. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value at the time it was opened and the value at the time it was closed. The use of forward foreign currency exchange contracts involves the risk that the value of the contract changes unfavorably due to movements in the value of the referenced foreign currencies. Non-deliverable forward foreign currency exchange contracts are settled with the counterparty in U.S. dollars without the delivery of foreign currency.
  During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Seix Total Return Bond Fund entered into forward foreign currency exchange contracts as an economic hedge against either specific transactions or portfolio instruments or to obtain exposure to, or hedge exposure away from, foreign currencies (foreign currency exchange rate risk). Forward foreign currency contracts outstanding at period end, if any, are listed after each Fund’s Schedule of Investments.
B. Swaps
  Certain Funds enter into swap agreements, in which the Fund and a counterparty agree either to make periodic net payments on a specified notional amount or a net payment upon termination. Swap agreements are negotiated in the OTC market and may be entered into as a bilateral contract (“OTC swaps”) or centrally cleared (“centrally cleared swaps”). The value of the swap is reflected on the Statements of Assets and Liabilities as “Swaps at value”. Swaps are marked-to-market daily and changes in value are recorded as “Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swaps” in the Statements of Operations.
  Any upfront premiums paid are recorded as assets and any upfront fees received are recorded as liabilities and are shown under “Swaps at value” in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities and are amortized over the term of the swap. When a swap is terminated, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the proceeds from (or cost of) the closing transaction and the Fund’s basis in the contract, if any. Generally, the basis of the contracts is the unamortized premium received or paid. Cash settlements between the Fund and the counterparty are recognized as “Net realized gain (loss) on swaps” in the Statements of Operations. Swap contracts outstanding at period end, if any, are listed after each Fund’s Schedule of Investments.
  In a centrally cleared swap, immediately following execution of the swap agreement, the swap agreement is submitted to a central counterparty (the “CCP”) and the Fund’s counterparty on the swap agreement becomes the CCP. The Fund is required to interface with the CCP through a clearing broker. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a Fund is required to deposit initial margin with the clearing broker in the form of cash or securities in an amount that varies depending on the size and risk profile of the particular swap.
  Securities deposited as margin are designated on the Schedule of Investments and cash deposited is recorded on the Statements of Assets and Liabilities as “Deposits with prime broker”.
  Swap transactions involve, to varying degrees, elements of interest rate, credit and market risk in excess of the amounts recognized in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities. Such risks involve the possibility that there will be no liquid market for these agreements, that the counterparty to the agreements may default on its obligation to perform or disagree as to the meaning of the contractual terms in the agreements, and that there may be unfavorable changes in interest rates and/or market values associated with these transactions.
  Credit default swaps – A Fund may either buy or sell (write) credit default swaps on single-name issuers (corporate or sovereign), a combination or basket of single-name issuers or traded indexes. Credit default swaps on single-name issuers are agreements in which the buyer pays fixed periodic payments to the seller in consideration for a guarantee from the protection seller to make specific payment should a negative credit event take place with respect to the referenced entity (e.g., bankruptcy, failure to pay, obligation accelerators, repudiation, moratorium or restructuring). Credit default swaps on a combination or basket of single-name issuers are agreements in which the buyer pays fixed periodic payments to the seller in consideration for a guarantee from the protection seller to make specific payment should a negative credit event take place with respect to any of the referenced entities (e.g., bankruptcy, failure to pay, obligation accelerators, repudiation, moratorium or restructuring). Credit default swaps on traded indexes are agreements in which the buyer pays fixed periodic payments to the seller in consideration for a guarantee from the seller to make a specific payment should a write-down, principal or interest shortfall or default of all or individual underlying securities included in the index occurs. As a buyer, if an underlying credit event occurs, the Fund will either receive from the seller an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and deliver the referenced security or underlying securities comprising the index or receive a net settlement of cash equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the security or underlying securities comprising the index. As a seller (writer), if an underlying credit event occurs, the Fund will either pay the buyer an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and take delivery of the referenced security or underlying securities comprising the index or pay a net settlement of cash equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the security or underlying securities comprising the index. The Funds may enter into credit default swaps to manage their exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce their risk exposure to defaults of corporate and/or sovereign issuers or to create exposure to corporate and/or sovereign issuers to which they are not otherwise exposed (credit risk).
  During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Seix Corporate Bond Fund and Seix Total Return Bond Fund utilized both single name credit default swaps and credit index swaps to gain exposure to short individual securities or to gain exposure to a credit or asset-backed index.
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The following is a summary of derivative instruments categorized by primary risk exposure, presented in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities at December 31, 2021:
Primary Risk   Seix Corporate Bond Fund Seix Total Return Bond Fund Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Asset Derivatives  
Interest rate contracts Variation margin payable on futures contracts(1) $   $   $ 9   $ 3
Total   $   $   $ 9   $ 3
Liability Derivatives  
Credit contracts Swaps at value $(398)   $(2,610)   $   $—
Interest rate contracts Variation margin payable on futures contracts(1)     (233)  
Total   $(398)   $(2,610)   $(233)   $—
   
(1) Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts as reported in the Schedules of Investments. Current day’s variation margin is reported within the Statements of Assets and Liabilities.
 
The following is a summary of derivative instruments categorized by primary risk exposure, presented in the Statements of Operations for the year at December 31, 2021:
Primary Risk   Seix Corporate Bond Fund   Seix Total Return Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Net Realized Gain (Loss) From
Credit contracts Swaps $ (313)   $ (1,186)   $   $
Interest rate contracts Futures     1,112   10
Total   $ (313)   $ (1,186)   $1,112   $10
Net Change in Unrealized Appreciation/Depreciation on
Credit contracts Swaps $ (10)   $ (66)   $   $
Interest rate contracts Futures     (224)   3
Total   $ (10)   $ (66)   $ (224)   $ 3
The quarterly average values (unless otherwise specified) of the derivatives held by the Funds in the tables shown below indicate the volume of derivative activity for each applicable Fund for the year ended December 31, 2021.
  Seix Corporate Bond Fund   Seix Total Return Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Futures Contracts - Short Positions(1)

$   $   $69   $ 4
Credit Default Swap Agreements - Buy Protection(2)

6,498   26,322    
(1)  Average unrealized for the period.
(2)  Notional amount.
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C. Derivative Risks
  A derivative contract may suffer a mark-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract.
  A Fund’s risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on derivatives bought or sold OTC rather than traded on a securities exchange, is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by such Fund. For OTC purchased options, each Fund bears the risk of loss of the amount of the premiums paid plus the positive change in market values net of any collateral held by such Fund should the counterparty fail to perform under the contracts. Options written by a Fund do not typically give rise to counterparty credit risk, as options written generally obligate the Fund, and not the counterparty to perform.
  With exchange traded purchased options and futures and centrally cleared swaps generally speaking, there is less counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange or clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, credit risk is limited to failure of the clearinghouse. While offset rights may exist under applicable law, a Fund does not have a contractual right of offset against a clearing broker or clearinghouse in the event of a default (including the bankruptcy or insolvency) of the clearing broker or clearinghouse. Additionally, credit risk exists in exchange traded futures and centrally cleared swaps with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a clearing broker’s customer accounts. While clearing brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a clearing broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the clearing broker for all its clients, typically the shortfall would be allocated on a pro rata basis across all the clearing broker’s customers, potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
  In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help a Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, each Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (“ISDA Master Agreement”) or similar agreement with its derivative contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is a bilateral agreement between a Fund and a counterparty that governs certain OTC derivatives and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, a Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. However, bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events. In addition, certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to OTC derivatives to terminate derivative contracts prior to maturity in the event a Fund’s net assets decline by a stated percentage or the Fund fails to meet the terms of its ISDA Master Agreements, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty.
D. Collateral Requirements and Master Netting Agreements (“MNA”)
  For derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the mark-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any collateral currently pledged by the Funds and the counterparty.
  Cash collateral that has been pledged to cover obligations of a Fund and cash collateral received from the counterparty, if any, is reported separately on the Statements of Assets and Liabilities as cash pledged as collateral and cash received as collateral, respectively. Non-cash collateral pledged by a Fund, if any, is noted in the Schedules of Investments. Typically, the Funds and counterparties are not permitted to sell, re-pledge or use the collateral they receive. To the extent amounts due to a Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty non-performance. The Funds attempt to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that they believe have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
  For financial reporting purposes, the Funds do not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities.
  The following tables present the Funds’ derivative assets and liabilities by counterparty net of amounts available for offset under a MNA and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Funds as of December 31, 2021:
    
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At December 31, 2021, the Funds’ derivative assets and liabilities (by type) are as follows:                
  Seix Corporate
Bond Fund
  Seix Total Return Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
  Assets   Liabilities   Assets   Liabilities   Assets   Liabilities   Assets   Liabilities
Futures contracts $—   $—   $—   $   $—   $ 32   $—   $ 1
Swaps   4     25        
Total derivative assets and
liabilities in the Statements of
Assets and Liabilities
$—   $ 4   $—   $ 25   $—   $ 32   $—   $ 1
Derivatives not subject to a MNA
or similar agreement
  (4)     (25)     (32)     (1)
Total assets and liabilities
subject to a MNA
$—   $—   $—   $   $—   $   $—   $—
    
Note 4. Investment Advisory Fees and Related Party Transactions
($ reported in thousands)
A. Investment Adviser
  Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC (the “Adviser”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (“Virtus”), is the investment adviser to the Funds. The Adviser manages the Funds’ investment programs and general operations of the Funds, including oversight of the Funds’ subadviser.
  As compensation for its services to the Funds, the Adviser is entitled to a fee, which is calculated daily and paid monthly based upon the following annual rates as a percentage of the average daily net assets of each Fund:
    
  First $500 Million
Seix Core Bond Fund

0.25 %
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

0.40
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

0.45
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

0.50
Seix High Income Fund

0.55
Seix High Yield Fund

0.45
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

0.50
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

0.40
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

0.35
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

0.25
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

0.20
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

0.40
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

0.22
The above fees are also subject to breakpoint discounts at the following asset levels for each Fund:
        First $500 million = none — no discount from full fee
        Next $500 million = 5% discount from full fee
        Next $4 billion = 10% discount from full fee
        Over $5 billion = 15% discount from full fee
B. Subadviser
  Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the “Subadviser”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus, is the subadviser to the Funds. The Subadviser manages the investments of each Fund, for which it is paid a fee by the Adviser.
C. Expense Limitations
  The Adviser has contractually agreed to limit each Fund’s annual total operating expenses, subject to the exceptions listed below, so that such expenses do not exceed, on an annualized basis, the following respective percentages of average daily net assets through April 30, 2022 (except as noted). Following the contractual period, the Adviser may discontinue these expense limitation arrangements at any time. The waivers and reimbursements are accrued daily and received monthly.
    
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Fund   Class A   Class C   Class I   Class R6
Seix Core Bond Fund

  0.64 %   N/A %   0.50 %   0.36 %
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

  0.95    1.65    0.70    0.43 
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

  0.94  (1)   1.52    0.62    0.52 
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

  0.73    N/A    0.58    N/A
Seix High Income Fund

  0.93    N/A    0.68    0.59 
Seix High Yield Fund

  0.82    N/A    0.64    0.53 
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund(2)

  0.67    N/A    0.52    N/A
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

  0.80    1.57    0.60    N/A
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

  0.54    N/A    0.37    N/A
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

  0.70    N/A    0.46    0.31 
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  0.66    N/A    0.41    0.26 
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

  0.90    1.65    0.70    N/A
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  0.65    N/A    0.40    N/A
(1) The share class is currently below its expense cap.
(2) Effective December 1, 2021 through April 30, 2023. For the period January 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021, the expense caps were as follows for Class A shares and Class I shares, respectively: 0.71% and 0.56%.
The exclusions include front-end or contingent deferred loads, taxes, leverage and borrowing expenses (such as commitment, amendment and renewal expenses on credit or redemption facilities), interest, brokerage commissions, expenses incurred in connection with any merger or reorganization, unusual or infrequently occurring expenses (such as litigation), acquired fund fees and expenses, and dividend expenses, if any.
D. Expense Recapture
  Under certain conditions, the Adviser may recapture operating expenses reimbursed or fees waived under these arrangements within three years after the date on which such amounts were incurred or waived. A Fund must pay its ordinary operating expenses before the Adviser is entitled to any reimbursement and must remain in compliance with any applicable expense limitations or, if none, the expense limitation in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. All or a portion of the following Adviser reimbursed expenses may be recaptured by the fiscal year ending December 31:
    
    Expiration    
Fund   2022   2023   2024   Total
Seix Core Bond Fund                
Class A

  $ 17   $ 26   $ 23   $ 66
Class I

  174   126   120   420
Class R6

  1   3   2   6
Seix Corporate Bond Fund                
Class A

  8   5   8   21
Class C

  2   1   1   4
Class I

  61   68   76   205
Class R6

    (1)   (1)   (1)
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund                
Class C

  51   39   32   122
Class I

  3,400   2,005   1,679   7,084
Class R6

  514   264   153   931
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund                
Class A

  16   14   15   45
Class I

  132   165   168   465
Seix High Income Fund                
Class A

  26   48   41   115
Class I

  413   446   411   1,270
Class R6

  46   26   17   89
Seix High Yield Fund                
Class A

  8   14   31   53
Class I

  391   351   369   1,111
Class R6

  2   11   18   31
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund                
Class A

  25   25   25   75
Class I

  672   696   664   2,032
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    Expiration    
Fund   2022   2023   2024   Total
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund                
Class A

  $ 24   $ 34   $ 33   $ 91
Class C

  9   9   15   33
Class I

  51   47   38   136
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund                
Class A

  8   10   10   28
Class I

  78   82   82   242
Seix Total Return Bond Fund                
Class A

  26   31   21   78
Class I

  362   314   295   971
Class R6

  92   105   163   360
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund                
Class A

      2   2
Class I

  1,095   748   771   2,614
Class R6

  34   52   105   191
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund                
Class A

  53   62   57   172
Class C

  2   2   2   6
Class I

  63   49   42   154
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund                
Class A

  4   6   10   20
Class I

  125   94   100   319
(1) Amount is less than $500.
During the period ended December 31, 2021, the Adviser recaptured expenses previously waived for the following Funds:
Fund   Class A   Class R6   Total
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

  $   $— (1)   $ (1)
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

  1     1
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  14     14
(1) Amount is less than $500.
E. Distributor
  VP Distributors, LLC (“VP Distributors”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus, serves as the distributor of each Fund’s shares. VP Distributors has advised the Funds that for the fiscal year (the “period”) ended December 31, 2021, it retained net commissions of $9 for Class A shares and CDSC of $—(1) and $4 for Class A shares and Class C shares, respectively.
  In addition, each Fund pays VP Distributors 12b-1 fees under a 12b-1 Plan as a percentage of the average daily net assets of each respective class at the annual rates of 0.25% for Class A shares (0.15% for Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund and Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund, and 0.20% for Seix Short-Term Bond Fund and Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund), and 1.00% for Class C shares. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are not subject to a 12b-1 Plan.
  Under certain circumstances, shares of certain Virtus Mutual Funds may be exchanged for shares of the same class of certain other Virtus Mutual Funds on the basis of the relative NAV per share at the time of the exchange. On exchanges with share classes that carry a CDSC, the CDSC schedule of the original shares purchased continues to apply.
  (1) Amount is less than $500.
F. Administrator and Transfer Agent
  Virtus Fund Services, LLC, an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus, serves as the administrator and transfer agent to the Funds.
  For the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds incurred administration fees totaling $4,588 which are included in the Statements of Operations within the line item “Administration and accounting fees.” The fees are calculated daily and paid monthly.
  For the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds incurred transfer agent fees totaling $2,047 which are included in the Statements of Operations within the line item “Transfer agent fees and expenses.” The fees are calculated daily and paid monthly.
G. Investments with Affiliates
  The Funds are permitted to purchase assets from or sell assets to certain related affiliates under specified conditions outlined in procedures adopted by the Board. The procedures have been designed to ensure that any purchase or sale of assets by the Funds from or to another fund or
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  portfolio that are, or could be, considered an affiliate by virtue of having a common investment adviser (or affiliated investment advisers), common Trustees and/or common officers comply with Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act. Further, as defined under the procedures, each transaction is effected at the current market price.
  For the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds did not engage in any transactions pursuant to Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act.
H. Trustee Compensation
  The Trust provides a deferred compensation plan for its Trustees who receive compensation from the Trust. Under the deferred compensation plan, Trustees may elect to defer all or a portion of their compensation. Amounts deferred are retained by the Trust, and then, to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act, in turn, may be invested in the shares of affiliated or unaffiliated mutual funds selected by the participating Trustees. Investments in such instruments are included in “Other assets” in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities at December 31, 2021.
Note 5. Purchases and Sales of Securities
($ reported in thousands)
Purchases and sales of securities (excluding U.S. Government and agency securities and short-term securities) during the period ended December 31, 2021, were as follows:
  Purchases   Sales
Seix Core Bond Fund

$ 25,781   $ 58,133
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

163,274   208,071
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

2,141,257   1,499,018
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

31,589   53,314
Seix High Income Fund

224,627   253,360
Seix High Yield Fund

479,065   402,649
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

251,276   279,967
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

4,004   6,695
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

3,414   8,112
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

95,433   133,712
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  11,038
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

38,255   39,360
Purchases and sales of long-term U.S. Government and agency securities during the period ended December 31, 2021, were as follows:
  Purchases   Sales
Seix Core Bond Fund

$161,260   $173,919
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

26,146   26,279
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

7,033   7,107
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

10,825   10,982
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

451,756   382,851
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

543,122   850,471
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

9,724   17,774
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

1,774   3,833
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Note 6. Capital Share Transactions
(reported in thousands)
Transactions in shares of capital stock, during the periods ended as indicated below, were as follows:
  Seix Core Bond Fund   Seix Corporate Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
110   $ 1,248   322   $ 3,692   288   $ 2,777   473   $ 4,627
Reinvestment of distributions 9   102   24   275   34   320   45   444
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(296)   (3,340)   (238)   (2,739)   (372)   (3,550)   (258)   (2,437)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (177)   $ (1,990)   108   $ 1,228   (50)   $ (453)   260   $ 2,634
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
  $     $   58   $ 560   101   $ 985
Reinvestment of distributions         3   31   6   59
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
—    —    —    —    (112)   (1,057)   (44)   (411)
Net Increase / (Decrease)   $     $   (51)   $ (466)   63   $ 633
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
1,789   $ 20,226   14,006   $ 162,003   9,986   $ 95,436   9,860   $ 95,933
Reinvestment of distributions 146   1,649   459   5,296   351   3,310   558   5,448
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(9,646)   (109,083)   (6,755)   (77,352)   (15,069)   (143,332)   (3,555)   (34,971)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (7,711)   $ (87,208)   7,710   $ 89,947   (4,732)   $ (44,586)   6,863   $ 66,410
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
138   $ 1,556   110   $ 1,289     $   10   $ 100
Reinvestment of distributions 3   33   5   57        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(49)   (549)   (167)   (1,952)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) 92   $ 1,040   (52)   $ (606)     $   10   $ 100
    
  Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund   Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
1,698   $ 13,960   1,026   $ 8,156   175   $ 2,172   129   $ 1,612
Reinvestment of distributions 127   1,044   157   1,229   13   161   22   276
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(1,042)   (8,562)   (2,536)   (19,704)   (251)   (3,095)   (109)   (1,353)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 783   $ 6,442   (1,353)   $ (10,319)   (63)   $ (762)   42   $ 535
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
305   $ 2,506   188   $ 1,495     $     $
Reinvestment of distributions 53   433   104   818        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(1,320)   (10,839)   (2,066)   (16,293)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) (962)   $ (7,900)   (1,774)   $ (13,980)     $     $
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
128,443   $ 1,056,101   77,421   $ 609,210   751   $ 9,281   2,544   $ 31,489
Reinvestment of distributions 7,214   59,343   8,551   67,165   95   1,169   178   2,203
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(69,063)   (568,102)   (218,814)   (1,681,120)   (2,590)   (31,959)   (1,187)   (14,592)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 66,594   $ 547,342   (132,842)   $ (1,004,745)   (1,744)   $ (21,509)   1,535   $ 19,100
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  Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund   Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
24,626   $ 202,825   4,461   $ 35,681     $     $
Reinvestment of distributions 591   4,867   1,163   9,086        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(11,801)   (97,189)   (53,749)   (418,732)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) 13,416   $ 110,503   (48,125)   $ (373,965)     $     $
    
  Seix High Income Fund   Seix High Yield Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
1,167   $ 7,540   1,017   $ 6,104   1,450   $ 12,446   1,363   $ 11,150
Reinvestment of distributions 132   855   172   1,038   62   535   30   243
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(1,686)   (10,861)   (2,072)   (12,653)   (717)   (6,144)   (605)   (4,978)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (387)   $ (2,466)   (883)   $ (5,511)   795   $ 6,837   788   $ 6,415
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
6,843   $ 44,160   12,164   $ 73,430   23,597   $ 207,717   20,539   $ 167,587
Reinvestment of distributions 1,433   9,251   1,680   10,106   1,714   15,066   1,524   12,631
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(12,042)   (77,523)   (19,297)   (114,042)   (17,351)   (151,567)   (15,728)   (126,059)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (3,766)   $ (24,112)   (5,453)   $ (30,506)   7,960   $ 71,216   6,335   $ 54,159
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
417   $ 2,698   1,035   $ 6,328   1,191   $ 10,480   791   $ 6,417
Reinvestment of distributions 20   129   23   140   45   397   21   178
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(106)   (685)   (5,479)   (30,802)   (309)   (2,719)   (139)   (1,153)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 331   $ 2,142   (4,421)   $ (24,334)   927   $ 8,158   673   $ 5,442
    
  Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund   Seix Short-Term Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
20   $ 241   56   $ 672   100   $ 1,023   1,265   $ 12,808
Reinvestment of distributions 13   159   22   267   5   46   5   46
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(128)   (1,535)   (132)   (1,485)   (238)   (2,423)   (888)   (9,064)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (95)   $ (1,135)   (54)   $ (546)   (133)   $ (1,354)   382   $ 3,790
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
  $     $   16   $ 162   260   $ 2,639
Reinvestment of distributions         1   6   (1)   1
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
—    —    —    —    (115)   (1,168)   (131)   (1,333)
Net Increase / (Decrease)   $     $   (98)   $ (1,000)   129   $ 1,307
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
4,924   $ 58,658   8,339   $ 99,676   170   $ 1,733   961   $ 9,775
Reinvestment of distributions 355   4,192   602   7,212   7   67   7   72
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(8,118)   (96,638)   (10,062)   (119,251)   (272)   (2,772)   (767)   (7,808)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (2,839)   $ (33,788)   (1,121)   $ (12,363)   (95)   $ (972)   201   $ 2,039
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December 31, 2021
  Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund   Seix Total Return Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
7   $ 73   75   $ 769   473   $ 5,509   1,019   $ 11,996
Reinvestment of distributions 3   25   2   19   12   137   33   385
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(61)   (615)   (85)   (869)   (533)   (6,221)   (2,226)   (26,260)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (51)   $ (517)   (8)   $ (81)   (48)   $ (575)   (1,174)   $ (13,879)
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
82   $ 834   463   $ 4,662   6,704   $ 75,866   17,761   $ 203,694
Reinvestment of distributions 20   200   20   201   328   3,697   690   7,927
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(608)   (6,151)   (357)   (3,618)   (8,279)   (93,441)   (13,423)   (153,517)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (506)   $ (5,117)   126   $ 1,245   (1,247)   $ (13,878)   5,028   $ 58,104
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
  $     $   2,907   $ 32,817   5,942   $ 68,723
Reinvestment of distributions         133   1,507   222   2,548
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
—    —    —    —    (5,454)   (61,573)   (1,241)   (13,860)
Net Increase / (Decrease)   $     $   (2,414)   $ (27,249)   4,923   $ 57,411
    
  Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund   Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
2,551   $ 25,605   3,052   $ 30,577   36   $ 413   100   $ 1,139
Reinvestment of distributions 1   6   9   93   11   127   5   62
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(4,317)   (43,270)   (1,138)   (11,400)   (267)   (3,025)   (137)   (1,575)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (1,765)   $ (17,659)   1,923   $ 19,270   (220)   $ (2,485)   (32)   $ (374)
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
  $     $   8   $ 94   28   $ 325
Reinvestment of distributions         (1)   4   (1)   1
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
—    —    —    —    (38)   (439)   (19)   (216)
Net Increase / (Decrease)   $     $   (30)   $ (341)   9   $ 110
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
34,295   $ 343,991   101,190   $ 1,013,220   53   $ 607   584   $ 6,747
Reinvestment of distributions 239   2,394   625   6,261   14   153   12   134
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(72,159)   (723,408)   (79,686)   (797,591)   (611)   (6,925)   (1,007)   (11,565)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (37,625)   $ (377,023)   22,129   $ 221,890   (544)   $ (6,165)   (411)   $ (4,684)
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
18,051   $ 181,257   13,175   $ 132,299     $     $
Reinvestment of distributions 9   95   12   117        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(11,001)   (110,443)   (7,046)   (70,727)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) 7,059   $ 70,909   6,141   $ 61,689     $     $
    
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December 31, 2021
  Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A      
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
207   $ 2,058   303   $ 3,004
Reinvestment of distributions 2   23   3   34
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(120)   (1,198)   (198)   (1,947)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 89   $ 883   108   $ 1,091
Class I      
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
2,691   $ 26,826   3,071   $ 30,457
Reinvestment of distributions 33   320   51   503
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(3,282)   (32,635)   (3,476)   (34,112)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (558)   $ (5,489)   (354)   $ (3,152)
(1) Amount is less than 500 shares.
Note 7. 10% Shareholders
As of December 31, 2021, the Funds had individual shareholder account(s) and/or omnibus shareholder account(s) (comprised of a group of individual shareholders), which individually amounted to more than 10% of the total shares outstanding of such Fund as detailed below:
  % of Shares
Outstanding
  Number of
Accounts*
Seix Core Bond Fund

66%   3
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

54   3
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

50   3
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

52   3
Seix High Income Fund

43   1
Seix High Yield Fund

64   4
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

56   3
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

36   1
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

70   3
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

44   2
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

57   2
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

60   3
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

56   3
* None of the accounts are affiliated.
Note 8. Credit and Market Risk and Asset Concentration
Local, regional or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issue, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on a Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of each Fund’s portfolio manager(s) to invest each Fund’s assets as intended.
In July 2017, the head of the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority announced the intention to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. However, after subsequent announcements by the FCA, the LIBOR administrator and other regulators certain of the most widely used LIBORs are expected to continue until mid-2023. The Funds may be exposed to financial instruments tied to LIBOR to determine payment obligations, financing terms, hedging strategies or investment value. The expected discontinuation of LIBOR could have a significant impact on the financial markets and may present a material risk for certain market participants, including the Funds. Abandonment of or modifications to LIBOR could lead to significant short- and long-term uncertainty and market instability. The risks associated with this discontinuation and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. It remains uncertain the effects such changes would have on the Funds, issuers of instruments in which the Funds invest, and the financial markets generally.
In countries with limited or developing markets, investments may present greater risks than in more developed markets and the prices of such investments may be volatile. The consequences of political, social or economic changes in these markets may have disruptive effects on the market prices of these investments and the income they generate, as well as a Fund’s ability to repatriate such amounts.
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December 31, 2021
High-yield/high-risk securities typically entail greater price volatility and/or principal and interest rate risk. There is a greater chance that an issuer will not be able to make principal and interest payments on time. Analysis of the creditworthiness of issuers of high-yield/high-risk securities may be complex, and as a result, it may be more difficult for the Adviser and/or Subadviser to accurately predict risk.
Many municipalities insure repayment for their obligations. Although bond insurance reduces the risk of loss due to default by an issuer, such bonds remain subject to the risk that the market may fluctuate for other reasons, and there is no assurance that the insurance company will meet its obligations. Insured securities have been identified in the Schedule of Investments. A real or perceived decline in creditworthiness of a bond insurer can have an adverse impact on the value of insured bonds held in the Funds.
Certain Funds may invest a high percentage of their assets in specific sectors of the market in the pursuit of their investment objectives. Fluctuations in these sectors of concentration may have a greater impact on a Fund, positive or negative, than if the Fund did not concentrate its investments in such sectors.
Note 9.  Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and in separate agreements between each Trustee and the Trust, its Trustees and officers are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust and its funds. In addition, in the normal course of business, the Trust and the Funds enter into contracts that provide a variety of indemnifications to other parties. The Trust’s and/or the Funds’ maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the Trust or the Funds and that have not occurred. However, neither the Trust nor the Funds have had prior claims or losses pursuant to these arrangements, and they expect the risk of loss to be remote.
Note 10. Restricted Securities
Restricted securities are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act”). Generally, 144A securities are excluded from this category. Each Fund will bear any costs, including those involved in registration under the 1933 Act, in connection with the disposition of such securities. At December 31, 2021, the Funds did not hold any securities that were restricted.
Note 11. Redemption Facility
($ reported in thousands)
On September 18, 2017, the Funds and certain other affiliated funds entered into a $250,000 unsecured line of credit (“Credit Agreement”). $100,000 of the Credit Agreement was reserved for the Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund. On March 15, 2018, the Trust, on behalf of Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, entered into a separate $150,000 line of credit for that Fund and the original Credit Agreement was reduced to $150,000. On June 14, 2021, the Credit Agreement was increased to $250,000. Each Credit Agreement, as amended, is with a commercial bank that allows the Funds to borrow cash from the bank to manage large unexpected redemptions and trade fails, up to a limit of one-third or one-fifth, as applicable, of each Fund’s total net assets in accordance with the terms of the agreement. The Credit Agreement expires on March 10, 2022, and the Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund expires on March 11, 2022. Each Credit Agreement has a term of 364 days and has been renewed for a period up to March 10, 2022 and March 11, 2022, respectively. Interest is charged at the higher of the LIBOR or the Federal Funds rate plus an additional percentage rate on the amount borrowed. Commitment fees are charged on the undrawn balance. Total commitment fees paid for the period ended December 31, 2021, are included in the “Interest expense and/or commitment fees” line on the Statements of Operations. The Funds and other affiliated funds that are parties are individually, and not jointly, liable for their particular advances, if any, under the Credit Agreement. The lending bank has the ability to require repayment of outstanding borrowings under this Credit Agreement upon certain circumstances such as an event of default.
The Funds had no borrowings at any time during the period ended December 31, 2021.
Note 12. Federal Income Tax Information
($ reported in thousands)
At December 31, 2021, the approximate aggregate cost basis and the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and other financial instruments for federal income tax purposes were as follows:
Fund   Federal
Tax Cost
  Unrealized
Appreciation
  Unrealized
(Depreciation)
  Net Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Seix Core Bond Fund

  $ 106,609   $ 1,900   $ (725)   $ 1,175
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

  60,889   1,852   (407)   1,445
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

  2,561,743   21,621   (32,849)   (11,228)
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

  56,240   2,504   (16)   2,488
Seix High Income Fund

  206,931   4,885   (2,428)   2,457
Seix High Yield Fund

  456,213   8,256   (4,567)   3,689
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

  279,462   7,554   (182)   7,372
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

  12,643   33   (78)   (45)
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

  7,684   90   (1)   89
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

  377,008   6,295   (2,525)   3,770
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December 31, 2021
Fund   Federal
Tax Cost
  Unrealized
Appreciation
  Unrealized
(Depreciation)
  Net Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  $ 865,533   $ 5,696   $ (860)   $ 4,836
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

  7,218   179   (19)   160
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  44,951   134   (174)   (40)
Certain Funds have capital loss carryforwards available to offset future realized capital gains, if any, to the extent permitted by the Code. Net capital losses are carried forward without expiration and generally retain their short-term and/or long-term tax character, as applicable. For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Funds’ capital loss carryovers are as follows:
Fund   Short-Term   Long-Term
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

  $148,802   $572,943
Seix High Income Fund

  19,126   75,486
Seix High Yield Fund

  2,573   42,397
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  4,891  
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

  391   213
The components of distributable earnings on a tax basis and certain tax attributes for the Funds consist of the following:
  Undistributed
Ordinary
Income
  Undistributed
Long-Term
Capital Gains
  Undistributed
Tax-Exempt
Income
  Late Year
Ordinary Losses
Deferred
  Post-October
Capital Loss
Deferred
  Capital Loss
Deferred
Seix Core Bond Fund

$   $ 294   $ —   $   $   $
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

  1,234     39   682  
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

2,229         141   721,745
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

  125   2     22  
Seix High Income Fund

1           94,612
Seix High Yield Fund

        476   44,970
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

142   119        
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

  24       5  
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

  2,857     153    
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

          4,891
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

  95       22  
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

        4   604
The differences between the book and tax basis of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term gain distributions, if any, are reported as ordinary income for federal tax purposes. Distributions are determined on a tax basis and may differ from net investment income and realized capital gains for financial reporting purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal periods ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:
  Ordinary
Income
  Long-Term
Capital Gains
  Tax-Exempt
Distributions
  Return of
Capital
  Total
Seix Core Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

$ 1,233   $ 596   $   $   $ 1,829
12/31/20

5,272   439       5,711
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

2,260   1,454       3,714
12/31/20

4,666   1,301       5,967
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund

                 
12/31/21

76,632         76,632
12/31/20

91,454         91,454
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December 31, 2021
  Ordinary
Income
  Long-Term
Capital Gains
  Tax-Exempt
Distributions
  Return of
Capital
  Total
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

$ 770   $ 64   $ 725   $   $ 1,559
12/31/20

1,557   484   821     2,862
Seix High Income Fund

                 
12/31/21

10,791         10,791
12/31/20

11,995         11,995
Seix High Yield Fund

                 
12/31/21

18,685         18,685
12/31/20

15,236         15,236
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

2,560   1,575   2,038     6,173
12/31/20

3,819   3,491   2,943     10,253
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

51   71       122
12/31/20

123         123
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

89   104   47     240
12/31/20

110   33   84     227
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

4,414   1,135       5,549
12/31/20

10,122   964       11,086
Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

2,054       1,068   3,122
12/31/20

7,907         7,907
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

                 
12/31/21

92   203       295
12/31/20

205         205
Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund

                 
12/31/21

359         359
12/31/20

593         593
Certain capital accounts in the financial statements are periodically adjusted for permanent differences in order to reflect their tax character. Permanent reclassifications can arise from differing treatment of certain income and gain transactions and nondeductible current year net operating losses. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or net asset value per share of the Funds. Temporary differences that arise from recognizing certain items of income, expense, gain or loss in different periods for financial statement and tax purposes will likely reverse at some time in the future.
Note 13. Regulatory Matters and Litigation
From time to time, the Trust, the Funds, the Adviser and/or Subadviser and/or their affiliates may be involved in litigation and arbitration as well as examinations and investigations by various regulatory bodies, including the SEC, involving compliance with, among other things, securities laws, client investment guidelines, laws governing the activities of broker-dealers and other laws and regulations affecting their activities. At this time, the Adviser believes that the outcomes of such matters are not likely, either individually or in aggregate, to be material to these financial statements.
Note 14. Recent Accounting Pronouncement
In March 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-04 (“ASU 2020-04”), Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting. The amendments in ASU 2020-04 provides optional temporary financial reporting relief from the effect of certain types of contract modifications due to the planned discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered reference rates as of the end of 2021. ASU 2020-04 is effective for certain reference rate-related contract modifications that occur during the period March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2020-04.
Note 15. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were available for issuance, and has determined that there are no subsequent events requiring recognition or disclosure in these financial statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Trustees of Virtus Asset Trust and Shareholders of Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Corporate Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, Virtus Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Virtus Seix High Income Fund, Virtus Seix High Yield Fund, Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Short-Term Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Total Return Bond Fund, Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund, Virtus Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund and Virtus Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Opinions on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statements of assets and liabilities, including the schedules of investments, of Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Corporate Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, Virtus Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Virtus Seix High Income Fund, Virtus Seix High Yield Fund, Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Short-Term Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund, Virtus Seix Total Return Bond Fund, Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund, Virtus Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund and Virtus Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund (thirteen of the Funds constituting Virtus Asset Trust, hereafter collectively referred to as the “Funds”) as of December 31, 2021, the related statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2021, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2021, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of each of the Funds as of December 31, 2021, the results of each of their operations for the year then ended, the changes in each of their net assets for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2021 and each of the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for Opinions
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Funds’ management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Funds’ financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Funds in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of December 31, 2021 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agents, agent banks, and brokers; when replies were not received from agent banks and brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.
/s/PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
February 25, 2022
We have served as the Virtus Mutual Funds’ auditor since at least 1977. We have not been able to determine the specific year we
began serving as auditor.
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TAX INFORMATION NOTICE (Unaudited)
December 31, 2021
The following information is being provided in order to meet reporting requirements set forth by the Code and/or to meet state specific requirements. In early 2022, the Funds will notify applicable shareholders of amounts for use in preparing 2021 U.S. federal income tax forms. Shareholders should consult their tax advisors.
With respect to distributions paid during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Funds designate the following amounts (or, if subsequently determined to be different, the maximum amount allowable):
  Long-Term
Capital Gain
Distributions ($)
Seix Core Bond Fund

$ 889
Seix Corporate Bond Fund

2,606
Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund

188
Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund

996
Seix Short-Term Bond Fund

95
Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund

71
Seix Total Return Bond Fund

3,992
Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund

256
For federal income tax purposes, 100% of the income dividends paid by the Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, and Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund qualify as exempt-interest dividends.
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS SEIX CORE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX CORPORATE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX FLOATING RATE HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH GRADE MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH YIELD FUND, VIRTUS SEIX INVESTMENT GRADE TAX-EXEMPT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX TOTAL RETURN BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. MORTGAGE FUND, AND VIRTUS SEIX ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED)
The Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of Virtus Asset Trust (the “Trust”) is responsible for determining whether to approve the continuation of the investment advisory agreement (the “Advisory Agreement”) between the Trust and Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC (“VFA”) and the subadvisory agreement (the “Subadvisory Agreement” and together with the Advisory Agreement, the “Agreements”) among the Trust, VFA and Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the “Subadviser”). At virtual meetings held on November 2, 2021 and November 15-17, 2021 (the “Meetings”), the Board, including a majority of the Trustees who are not interested persons of the Trust as defined in Section 2(a)(19) of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (such Act, the “1940 Act” and such Trustees, the “Independent Trustees”), considered and approved the continuation of each Agreement as further discussed below. In addition, prior to the Meetings, the Independent Trustees met with their independent legal counsel to discuss and consider the information provided by management and submitted questions to management, and they considered the responses provided.
In connection with the approval of the Agreements, the Board requested and evaluated information provided by VFA and the Subadviser which, in the Board’s view, constituted information necessary for the Board to form a judgment as to whether the renewal of each of the Agreements would be in the best interests of each applicable Fund and its respective shareholders. The Board also considered information furnished throughout the year at regular Board meetings with respect to the services provided by VFA and the Subadviser, including quarterly performance reports prepared by management containing reviews of investment results and periodic presentations from the Subadviser with respect to the Funds. The Board noted the affiliation of the Subadviser with VFA and any potential conflicts of interest.
The Board was separately advised by independent legal counsel throughout the process. For each Agreement, the Board considered all the criteria separately with respect to the applicable Fund and its shareholders. In its deliberations, the Board considered various factors, including those discussed below, none of which were controlling, and each Trustee may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The Independent Trustees also discussed the proposed approval of the Agreements in private sessions with their independent legal counsel at which no representatives of management were present.
In considering whether to approve the renewal of the Agreements with respect to each Fund, the Board reviewed and analyzed the factors it deemed relevant, including: (a) the nature, extent and quality of the services provided to the Funds by VFA and the Subadviser; (b) the performance of the Funds as compared to an appropriate peer group and an appropriate index; (c) the level and method of computing each Fund’s advisory and subadvisory fees, and comparisons of the Funds’ advisory fee rates and total expenses with those of a group of funds with similar investment objective(s); (d) the profitability of VFA under the Advisory Agreement; (e) any “fall-out” benefits to VFA, the Subadviser and their affiliates (i.e., ancillary benefits realized by VFA, the Subadviser or their affiliates from VFA’s or the Subadviser’s relationship with the Trust); (f) the anticipated effect of growth in size on each Fund’s performance and expenses; (g) fees paid to VFA and the Subadviser by comparable accounts, as applicable; (h) possible conflicts of interest; and (i) the terms of the Agreements.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services
The Trustees received in advance of the Meetings information provided by VFA and the Subadviser, including completed questionnaires, concerning a number of topics, including, among other items, such company’s investment philosophy, investment process and strategies, resources and personnel, operations, compliance structure and procedures, and overall performance. The Trustees noted that the Funds are managed using a “manager of managers” structure that generally involves the use of one or more subadvisers to manage some or all of a Fund’s portfolio. Under this structure, VFA is responsible for the management of the Funds’ investment programs and for evaluating and selecting subadvisers on an ongoing basis and making any recommendations to the Board regarding hiring, retaining or replacing subadvisers. In considering the Advisory Agreement with VFA, the Board considered VFA’s process for supervising and managing the Funds’ subadviser(s), including (a) VFA’s ability to select and monitor the subadviser(s); (b) VFA’s ability to provide the services necessary to monitor the subadviser’s(s’) compliance with the Funds’ respective investment objectives, policies and restrictions as well as provide other oversight activities; and (c) VFA’s ability and willingness to identify instances in which the subadviser should be replaced and to carry out the required changes. The Trustees also considered: (a) the experience and capability of VFA’s management and other personnel; (b) the financial condition of VFA, and whether it had the financial wherewithal to provide a high level and quality of services to the Funds; (c) the quality of VFA’s own regulatory and legal compliance policies, procedures and systems; (d) the nature, extent and quality of administrative, transfer agency and other services provided by VFA and its affiliates to the Funds; (e)
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS SEIX CORE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX CORPORATE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX FLOATING RATE HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH GRADE MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH YIELD FUND, VIRTUS SEIX INVESTMENT GRADE TAX-EXEMPT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX TOTAL RETURN BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. MORTGAGE FUND, AND VIRTUS SEIX ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
VFA’s supervision of the Funds’ other service providers; and (f) VFA’s risk management processes. It was noted that affiliates of VFA serve as administrator, transfer agent and distributor of the Funds. The Board also took into account its knowledge of VFA’s management and the quality of the performance of VFA’s duties through Board meetings, discussions and reports during the preceding year, as well as information from the Trust’s Chief Compliance Officer regarding the Funds’ compliance policies and procedures established pursuant to Rule 38a-1 under the 1940 Act.
With respect to the services provided by the Subadviser, the Board considered information provided to the Board by the Subadviser, including the Subadviser’s Form ADV, as well as information provided throughout the past year. With respect to the Subadvisory Agreement, the Board noted that the Subadviser provided portfolio management, compliance with the Funds’ investment policies and procedures, compliance with applicable securities laws and assurances thereof. The Board also noted that VFA’s and the Subadviser’s management of the Funds is subject to the oversight of the Board and must be carried out in accordance with the investment objective(s), policies and restrictions set forth in the Funds’ prospectuses and statement of additional information. In considering the renewal of the Subadvisory Agreement, the Board also considered the Subadviser’s investment management process, including (a) the experience and capability of the Subadviser’s management and other personnel committed by the Subadviser to the Funds; (b) the financial condition of the Subadviser; (c) the quality of the Subadviser’s regulatory and legal compliance policies, procedures and systems; and (d) the Subadviser’s brokerage and trading practices, including with respect to best execution and soft dollars. The Board also took into account the Subadviser’s risk assessment and monitoring process. The Board noted the Subadviser’s regulatory history, including whether it was currently involved in any regulatory actions or investigations as well as material litigation, and any settlements and amelioratory actions undertaken, as appropriate.
After considering all of the information provided to them, the Trustees concluded that the nature, extent and quality of the services provided by VFA and the Subadviser were satisfactory and that there was a reasonable basis on which to conclude that each would continue to provide a high quality of investment services to the Funds.
Investment Performance
The Board considered performance reports and discussions at Board meetings throughout the year, as well as a report (the “Broadridge Report”) for the Funds prepared by Broadridge, an independent third party provider of investment company data, furnished in connection with the contract renewal process. The Broadridge Report presented each Fund’s performance relative to a peer group of other mutual funds (the “Performance Universe”) and relevant indexes, as selected by Broadridge. The Board also considered performance information presented by management and took into account management’s discussion of the same, including the effect of market conditions on each Fund’s performance. The Board evaluated each Fund’s performance in the context of the considerations that a “manager of managers” structure requires. The Board noted that it also reviews on a quarterly basis detailed information about both the Funds’ performance results and portfolio composition, as well as the Subadviser’s investment strategies. The Board noted VFA’s expertise and resources in monitoring the performance, investment style and risk-adjusted performance of the Subadviser. The Board also noted the Subadviser’s performance record with respect to each Fund. The Board was mindful of VFA’s focus on the Subadviser’s performance and noted VFA’s performance in monitoring and responding to any performance issues with respect to the Funds. The Board also took into account its discussions with management regarding factors that contributed to the performance of each Fund.
The Board considered, among other performance data, the information set forth below with respect to the performance of each Fund for the period ended June 30, 2021.
Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-year period. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix Corporate Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe and outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1- and 3-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS SEIX CORE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX CORPORATE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX FLOATING RATE HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH GRADE MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH YIELD FUND, VIRTUS SEIX INVESTMENT GRADE TAX-EXEMPT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX TOTAL RETURN BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. MORTGAGE FUND, AND VIRTUS SEIX ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
Virtus Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe and outperformed its benchmark for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe and underperformed its benchmark for the 1-year period.
Virtus Seix High Income Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-year period. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods and outperformed its benchmark for the 1-year period.
Virtus Seix High Yield Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-year period. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods and underperformed its benchmark for the 10-year period.
Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1- and 5-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 3- and 10-year periods and underperformed its benchmark for 1- and 5-year periods.
Virtus Seix Short-Term Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe and underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-year period. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 10-year period and underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods.
Virtus Seix Total Return Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-year period and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods and outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 10-year period. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its performance universe for the 3-year period and outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
The Board also considered management’s discussion about the reasons for each applicable Fund’s underperformance relative to its peer group or benchmark. After reviewing these and related factors, the Board concluded that each Fund’s overall performance, reasons discussed for certain Funds’ underperformance and/or actions taken to address the underperformance, was satisfactory.
Management Fees and Total Expenses
The Board considered the fees charged to the Funds for advisory services as well as the total expense levels of the Funds. This information included comparisons of each Fund’s contractual and net management fee and net total expense level to those of its peer universe (the “Expense Universe”) and ranked according to quintile (the first quintile being lowest and, therefore, best in these expense component rankings, and fifth being highest and, therefore, worst in these expense component rankings). In comparing each Fund’s net management fee to that of comparable funds, the Board noted that in the materials presented by management such fee was comprised of advisory fees. The Board also noted that all of the Funds had expense caps in place to limit the total expenses incurred by the Funds and their shareholders, and that VFA had proposed to lower the expense caps in place for Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS SEIX CORE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX CORPORATE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX FLOATING RATE HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH GRADE MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH YIELD FUND, VIRTUS SEIX INVESTMENT GRADE TAX-EXEMPT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX TOTAL RETURN BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. MORTGAGE FUND, AND VIRTUS SEIX ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
Fund. The Board also noted that the subadvisory fees were paid by VFA out of its advisory fees rather than paid separately by the Funds. In this regard, the Board took into account management’s discussion with respect to the advisory/subadvisory fee structure, including the amount of the advisory fee retained by VFA after payment of the subadvisory fee. The Board also took into account the size of each of the Funds and the impact on expenses and economies of scale. The Subadviser provided, and the Board considered, fee information of comparable accounts managed by the Subadviser, as applicable.
In addition to the foregoing, the Board considered, among other data, the information set forth below with respect to each Fund’s fees and expenses. In each case, the Board took into account management’s discussion of the Fund’s expenses, including the type and size of the Fund relative to the other funds in its Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the third quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Corporate Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the third quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee and net total expenses after waivers were each in the first quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix High Grade Municipal Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix High Income Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the second quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix High Yield Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the second quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the third quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fifth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Short-Term Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Short-Term Municipal Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the second quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Total Return Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile and net total expenses after waivers were in the third quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the second quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix U.S. Mortgage Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Seix Ultra-Short Bond Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the first quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
The Board concluded that the advisory and subadvisory fees for each Fund, including with any proposed amendments, were fair and reasonable in light of the usual and customary charges made for services of the same nature and quality and the other factors considered. The Board also approved the proposed lower expense caps to limit the total expenses of Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund.
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS SEIX CORE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX CORPORATE BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX FLOATING RATE HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH GRADE MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH INCOME FUND, VIRTUS SEIX HIGH YIELD FUND, VIRTUS SEIX INVESTMENT GRADE TAX-EXEMPT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX TOTAL RETURN BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND, VIRTUS SEIX U.S. MORTGAGE FUND, AND VIRTUS SEIX ULTRA-SHORT BOND FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
Profitability
The Board also considered certain information relating to profitability that had been provided by VFA. In this regard, the Board considered information regarding the overall profitability, as well as on a fund-by-fund basis, of VFA for its management of the Funds and the other funds of the Trust, as well as its profits and those of its affiliates for managing and providing other services to the Trust, such as distribution, transfer agency and administrative services provided to the Funds by VFA affiliates. In addition to the fees paid to VFA and its affiliates, including the Subadviser, the Board considered any other benefits derived by VFA or its affiliates from their relationships with the Funds. The Board reviewed the methodology used to allocate costs to each Fund, taking into account the fact that allocation methodologies are inherently subjective and various allocation methodologies may each be reasonable while producing different results. The Board concluded that the profitability to VFA and its affiliates from each Fund was reasonable in light of the quality of the services rendered to the Funds by VFA and its affiliates as well as other factors.
In considering the profitability to the Subadviser in connection with its relationship to the Funds, the Board noted that the fees under the Subadvisory Agreement are paid by VFA out of the fees that VFA receives under the Advisory Agreement, so that Fund shareholders are not directly impacted by those fees. In considering the reasonableness of the fees payable by VFA to the Subadviser, the Board noted that, because the Subadviser is an affiliate of VFA, such profitability might be directly or indirectly shared by VFA. For each of the above reasons, the Board concluded that the profitability to the Subadviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Funds was not a material factor in approval of the Subadvisory Agreement.
Economies of Scale
The Board received and discussed information concerning whether VFA realizes economies of scale as the Funds’ assets grow. The Board noted that the management fees for the Funds included breakpoints based on assets under management, and that expense caps were also in place for the Funds. The Board also took into account management’s discussion of the Funds’ management fee and subadvisory fee structure. The Board also took into account the current size of the Funds. The Board also noted that VFA had agreed to implement an extension of each Fund’s expense cap through April 30, 2023, and had agreed to lower expense caps applicable to Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund. The Board then concluded that no changes to the advisory fee structure of the Funds with respect to economies of scale were necessary at this time. The Board noted that VFA and the Funds may realize certain economies of scale if the assets of the Funds were to increase, particularly in relationship to certain fixed costs, and that shareholders of the Funds would have an opportunity to benefit from these economies of scale.
For similar reasons as stated above with respect to the Subadviser’s profitability, and based upon the current sizes of the Funds managed by the Subadviser, the Board concluded that the potential for economies of scale in the Subadviser’s management of the Funds was not a material factor in the approval of the Subadvisory Agreement at this time.
Other Factors
The Board considered other benefits that may be realized by VFA and the Subadviser and their affiliates from their relationships with the Funds. Among them, the Board recognized that VP Distributors, LLC, an affiliate of VFA and the Subadviser, serves as the distributor for the Trust, and, as such, receives payments pursuant to Rule 12b-1 from the Funds to compensate it for providing selling activities, which could lead to growth in the Trust’s assets and corresponding benefits from such growth, including economies of scale. The Board noted that an affiliate of VFA and the Subadviser also provides administrative and transfer agency services to the Trust. The Board noted management’s discussion of the fact that, while the Subadviser is an affiliate of VFA, there are no other direct benefits to the Subadviser or VFA in providing investment advisory services to the Funds, other than the fee to be earned under the applicable Agreement. There may be certain indirect benefits gained, including to the extent that serving the Funds could provide the opportunity to provide advisory services to additional portfolios of the Trust or certain reputational benefits.
Conclusion
Based on all of the foregoing considerations, the Board, including a majority of the Independent Trustees, determined that approval of each Agreement, as amended, was in the best interests of each applicable Fund and its respective shareholders. Accordingly, the Board, and the Independent Trustees voting separately, approved the Agreements, as amended, with respect to each Fund.
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited)
Information pertaining to the Trustees and officers of the Trust as of the date of issuance of this report, is set forth below. The statement of additional information (SAI) includes additional information about the Trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling (800) 243-4361.
The address of each individual, unless otherwise noted, is c/o Virtus Asset Trust, One Financial Plaza, Hartford, CT 06103. There is no stated term of office for Trustees or officers of the Trust.
Independent Trustees
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen by
Trustee
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held by Trustee During Past 5 Years
Burke, Donald C.
YOB: 1960
Served Since: 2017
98 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2009). Formerly, President and Chief Executive Officer, BlackRock U.S. Funds (2007 to 2009); Managing Director, BlackRock, Inc. (2006 to 2009); and Managing Director, Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (1990 to 2006). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2014), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); Director, Avista Corp. (energy company) (since 2011); Trustee, Goldman Sachs Fund Complex (2010 to 2014); and Director, BlackRock Luxembourg and Cayman Funds (2006 to 2010).
Harris, Sidney E.
YOB: 1949
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Private Investor (since 2021); Professor and Dean Emeritus (2015 to 2021), Professor (1997 to 2014), Dean (1997 to 2004), J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2019), Mutual Fund Directors Forum; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee (2013 to 2020) and Honorary Trustee (since 2020), KIPP Metro Atlanta; Director (1999 to 2019), Total System Services, Inc.; Trustee (2004 to 2017), RidgeWorth Funds; Chairman (2012 to 2017), International University of the Grand Bassam Foundation; Trustee (since 2012), International University of the Grand Bassam Foundation; and Trustee (2011 to 2015), Genspring Family Offices, LLC.
Mallin, John R.
YOB: 1950
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Partner/Attorney (since 2003), McCarter & English LLP (law firm) Real Property Practice Group; and Member (since 2014), Counselors of Real Estate. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2019), 1892 Club, Inc. (non-profit); Director (2013 to 2020), Horizons, Inc. (non-profit); and Trustee (since 1999), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios).
McDaniel, Connie D.
YOB: 1958
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Retired (since 2013). Vice President, Chief of Internal Audit, Corporate Audit Department (2009 to 2013); Vice President Global Finance Transformation (2007 to 2009); Vice President and Controller (1999 to 2007), The Coca-Cola Company. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (since 2019), Global Payments Inc.; Chairperson (since 2019), Governance & Nominating Committee, Global Payments Inc; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios), and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2021), North Florida Land Trust; Director (2014 to 2019), Total System Services, Inc.; Member (since 2011) and Chair (2014 to 2016), Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business Board of Advisors; and Trustee (2005 to 2017), RidgeWorth Funds.
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Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen by
Trustee
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held by Trustee During Past 5 Years
McLoughlin, Philip
YOB: 1946
Served Since: 1989
105 Portfolios
Private investor since 2010. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund; Trustee (since 2022) and Advisory Board Member (2021), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund; Director and Chairman (since 2016), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director and Chairman (2016 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director and Chairman (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee and Chairman (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee and Chairman (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Chairman and Trustee (since 2003), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Director (since 1995), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); Director (1991 to 2019) and Chairman (2010 to 2019), Lazard World Trust Fund (closed-end investment firm in Luxembourg); and Trustee (since 1989) and Chairman (since 2002), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios).
McNamara, Geraldine M.
YOB: 1951
Served Since: 2002
98 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2006); and Managing Director, U.S. Trust Company of New York (1982 to 2006). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc. and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee (since 2015), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Director (since 2003), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); and Trustee (since 2001), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios).
Walton, R. Keith
YOB: 1964
Served Since: 2020
102 Portfolios
Venture and Operating Partner (since 2020), Plexo Capital, LLC; Venture Partner (since 2019) and Senior Adviser (2018 to 2019), Plexo, LLC; Formerly, Managing Director (2020 to 2021), Lafayette Square Holding Company LLC; Senior Adviser (2018 to 2019), Vatic Labs, LLC; Executive Vice President, Strategy (2017 to 2019), Zero Mass Water, LLC; Vice President, Strategy (2013 to 2017), Arizona State University; and Partner (since 2006), Global Infrastructure Partners. Trustee (since 2022), Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund; Advisory Board Member (since 2022), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund; Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2020) Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director (since 2017), certain funds advised by Bessemer Investment Management LLC; Director (2016 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (2006 to 2019), Systematica Investments Limited Funds; Director (2006 to 2017), BlueCrest Capital Management Funds; Trustee (2014 to 2017), AZ Service; Director (since 2004), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; and Director (2004 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
Zino, Brian T.
YOB: 1952
Served Since: 2020
102 Portfolios
Retired. Various roles (1982 to 2009), J. & W. Seligman & Co. Incorporated, including President (1994 to 2009). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2022) and Advisory Board Member (2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director (2016 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (since 2014), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director (2014 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2011), Bentley University; Director (1986 to 2009) and President (1994 to 2009), J&W Seligman Co. Inc.; Director (1998 to 2009), Chairman (2002 to 2004) and Vice Chairman (2000 to 2002), ICI Mutual Insurance Company; Member, Board of Governors of ICI (1998 to 2008).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Interested Trustee
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Funds Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past
5 Years
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years and
Other Directorships Held by Trustee
Aylward, George R.*
Trustee and President
YOB: 1964
Served Since: 2006
107 Portfolios
Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2008), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries, and various senior officer positions with Virtus affiliates (since 2005). Member, Board of Governors of the Investment Company Institute (since 2021); Trustee and President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Chairman and Trustee (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II (5 portfolios); Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee and President (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2013), Virtus Global Funds, PLC (5 portfolios); Trustee (since 2012) and President (since 2010), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Trustee, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee and President (since 2006) and Executive Vice President (2004 to 2006), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2006), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; and Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (2006 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
*Mr. Aylward is an “interested person,” as defined in the 1940 Act, by reason of his position as President and Chief Executive Officer of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (“Virtus”), the ultimate parent company of the Adviser, and various positions with its affiliates, including the Adviser.
Advisory Board Members
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time
Served, and Number
of Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held  by
Trustee During Past 5 Years
Cogan, Sarah E.
YOB: 1956
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Retired Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (“STB”) (law firm) (since 2019); Director, Girl Scouts of Greater New York (since 2016); Trustee, Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. (since 2013); and formerly, Partner, STB (1989 to 2018). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2019), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2019), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Energy and Tactical Credit Opportunities Fund, PCM Fund, Inc, PIMCO Corporate & Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Dynamic Credit and Mortgage Income Fund, PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund, PIMCO Global StocksPLUS® & Income Fund, PIMCO High Income Fund, PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II, PIMCO Strategic Income Fund, Inc., PIMCO Flexible Credit Income Fund and PIMCO Flexible Municipal Income Fund; and Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO Managed Accounts Trust (5 portfolios).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time
Served, and Number
of Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held  by
Trustee During Past 5 Years
DeCotis, Deborah A.
YOB: 1952
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Advisory Director, Morgan Stanley & Co., Inc. (since 1996); Member, Circle Financial Group (since 2009); Member, Council on Foreign Relations (since 2013); and Trustee, Smith College (since 2017). Formerly, Director, Watford Re (2017 to 2021); Co-Chair Special Projects Committee, Memorial Sloan Kettering (2005 to 2015); and Trustee, Stanford University (2010 to 2015). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), PIMCO Dynamic Income Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO Energy and Tactical Credit Opportunities Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2018), PIMCO Flexible Municipal Income Fund Trustee (since 2017), PIMCO Flexible Credit Income Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund; Trustee (since 2015), Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund; Trustee (since 2014), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios); Trustee (since 2013), PIMCO Dynamic Credit and Mortgage Income Fund; Trustee (since 2012), PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund; Trustee (since 2011), Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2011), PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund III, PCM Fund, Inc., PIMCO Corporate & Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Global StocksPLUS® & Income Fund, PIMCO High Income Fund, PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II, PIMCO Strategic Income Fund, Inc., PIMCO Managed Accounts Trust (5 portfolios); and Trustee (since 2011), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund, and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund.
Drummond, F. Ford
YOB: 1962
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Owner/Operator (since 1998), Drummond Ranch; and Director (since 2015), Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. Formerly Chairman, Oklahoma Nature Conservancy (2019 to 2020); Board Member (2006 to 2020) and Chairman (2016 to 2018), Oklahoma Water Resources Board; Director (1998 to 2008), The Cleveland Bank; and General Counsel (1998 to 2008), BMIHealth Plans (benefits administration). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2019), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund; Trustee (since 2015), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund, Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund; Trustee (since 2014), Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (since 2011), Bancfirst Corporation; and Trustee (since 2006), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios).
Moyer, William R.
YOB: 1944
Served Since: 2020
95 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2004); and Financial and Operations Principal (2006 to 2017), Newcastle Distributors LLC (broker dealer). Advisory Board Member (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2020), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Director (2016 to 2019), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director (2016 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Advisory Board Member (2020 to 2021) and Director (2014 to 2019), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Trustee (2011 to 2019), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Trustee (2013 to 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Officers of the Trust Who Are Not Trustees
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Batchelar, Peter J.
YOB: 1970
Senior Vice President (since 2017), and Vice President (2008 to 2016). Senior Vice President, Product Development (since 2017), Vice President, Product Development (2008 to 2016), and various officer positions (since 2008), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2008 to 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2010 to 2016), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2013 to 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2021) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. and Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; and Senior Vice President (2017 to 2019) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
Bradley, W. Patrick
YOB: 1972
Executive Vice President (since 2016); Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016); Vice President (2011 to 2013); Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2006). Executive Vice President, Fund Services (since 2016), Senior Vice President, Fund Services (2010 to 2016), and various officer positions (since 2006), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Director (since 2019), Virtus Global Funds ICAV; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2004), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2006), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2012 to 2013) and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2010), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (2016 to 2019), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2010), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Executive Vice President ( 2016 to 2021), Senior Vice President (2014 to 2016), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Director (since 2013), Virtus Global Funds, PLC; and Vice President and Assistant Treasurer (since 2011), Duff & Phelps Utility and Infrastructure Fund Inc.
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Carr, Kevin J.
YOB: 1954
Senior Vice President (since 2013); Vice President (2005 to 2013); Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (since 2005). Vice President and Senior Counsel (2017 to Present), Senior Vice President (2009 to 2017), Vice President, Counsel and Secretary (2008 to 2009), and various officer positions (since 2005), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President and Assistant Secretary (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust and Virtus Strategy Trust; Assistant Secretary, (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2013), Vice President (2005 to 2013), Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (since 2005), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Secretary and Chief Legal Officer (2005 to 2013), and Assistant Secretary (2013 to 2014 and since 2017), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Secretary and Chief Legal Officer (2005 to 2013) and Assistant Secretary (2013 to 2014 and 2017 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Assistant Secretary (since 2013), Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (2010 to 2013), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2011 to 2013), and Assistant Secretary (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Assistant Secretary (2015 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Assistant Secretary (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Secretary (since 2015), ETFis Series Trust I; and Secretary (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II.
Engberg, Nancy J.
YOB: 1956
Senior Vice President (since 2017); Vice President (2011 to 2017); and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011). Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2008 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2008 to 2011 and since 2016), and various officer positions (since 2003), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2011 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2010 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2011 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2012 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2012), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2019), Vice President (2012 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2012 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2013 to 2016) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2021), Vice President (2014 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Chief Compliance Officer (since 2015), ETFis Series Trust I; and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II.
Short, Julia R.
YOB: 1972
Senior Vice President (since 2017). Senior Vice President, Product Development (since 2017), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (2018 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Senior Vice President (since 2018), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2018 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; President and Chief Executive Officer, RidgeWorth Funds (2007 to 2017); and Managing Director, Product Manager, RidgeWorth Investments (2004 to 2017).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Smirl, Richard W.
YOB: 1967
Executive Vice President (since 2021). Executive Vice President, Product Management (since 2021), and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (since 2021), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Executive Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Mutual Fund Family, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust, Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds, Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund, Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund, and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (May to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Chief Operating Officer (2018 to 2021), Russell Investments; Executive Director (Jan. to July 2018), State of Wisconsin Investment Board; and Partner and Chief Operating Officer (2004 to 2018), William Blair Investment Management.
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Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund (the “Fund”),
a series of Virtus Asset Trust (unaudited)
Supplement dated November 30, 2021 to the Summary Prospectus
and the Virtus Asset Trust Statutory Prospectus,
each dated April 28, 2021, as supplemented
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS
Effective December 1, 2021, the Fund’s investment adviser, Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC, will implement a new expense limitation arrangement to further limit the Fund’s expenses. The change is described in more detail below.
Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Under “Fees and Expenses” in the Fund’s summary prospectus and the summary section of the statutory prospectus, the “Annual Fund Operating Expenses” table and associated footnotes will be replaced with the following:
Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment) Class A Class I
Management Fees 0.50% 0.50%
Distribution and Shareholder Servicing (12b-1) Fees 0.25% None
Other Expenses 0.26% 0.32%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses 0.02% 0.02%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses(b) 1.03% 0.84%
Less: Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement(c) (0.34)% (0.30)%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Expense Reimbursement(b)(c) 0.69% 0.54%
(b) The Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses do not correlate to the ratio of expenses to average net assets appearing in the Financial Highlights tables, which tables reflect only the operating expenses of the fund and do not include acquired fund fees and expenses.
(c) The fund’s investment adviser has contractually agreed to limit the fund’s total operating expenses (excluding certain expenses, such as front-end or contingent deferred sales charges, taxes, leverage and borrowing expenses (such as commitment, amendment and renewal expenses on credit or redemption facilities), interest, brokerage commissions, expenses incurred in connection with any merger or reorganization, unusual or infrequently occurring expenses (such as litigation), acquired fund fees and expenses, and dividend expenses, if any) so that such expenses do not exceed 0.67% for Class A Shares and 0.52% for Class I Shares through April 30, 2023. Following the contractual period, the adviser may discontinue these expense reimbursement arrangements at any time. Under certain conditions, the adviser may recapture operating expenses reimbursed and/or fees waived under these arrangements for a period of three years following the date such waiver or reimbursement occurred, provided that the recapture does not cause the fund to exceed its expense limit in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement, and any in effect at the time of recapture, after repayment is taken into account.
Under “Fees and Expenses,” the “Example” table is hereby replaced with the following:
  Share Status 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 10 Years
Class A Sold or Held $344 $561 $796 $1,470
Class I Sold or Held $55 $238 $436 $1,009


In the first table in the section “More Information About Fund Expenses” on page 101 of the statutory prospectus, the row corresponding to the Fund will be replaced with the following and a new footnote added after the table:
  Class A
Shares
Class C
Shares
Class I
Shares
Class R6
Shares
Virtus Seix Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund* 0.67% N/A 0.52% N/A
* Contractual through April 30, 2023.
Investors should retain this supplement with the Prospectuses for future reference.
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
101 Munson Street
Greenfield, MA 01301-9668
Trustees
Philip R. McLoughlin, Chairman
George R. Aylward
Donald C. Burke
Sidney E. Harris
John R. Mallin
Connie D. McDaniel
Geraldine M. McNamara
R. Keith Walton
Brian T. Zino
Advisory Board Members
Sarah E. Cogan
Deborah A. DeCotis
F. Ford Drummond
William R. Moyer
Officers
George R. Aylward, President
Peter Batchelar, Senior Vice President
W. Patrick Bradley, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Kevin J. Carr, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary
Nancy J. Engberg, Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer
Julia R. Short, Senior Vice President
Richard W. Smirl, Executive Vice President
Investment Adviser
Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Principal Underwriter
VP Distributors, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Administrator and Transfer Agent
Virtus Fund Services, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Custodian
The Bank of New York Mellon
240 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10286-1048
Independent Registered Public
Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-7042
How to Contact Us
Mutual Fund Services 1-800-243-1574
Adviser Consulting Group 1-800-243-4361
Website Virtus.com
 
Important Notice to Shareholders
The Securities and Exchange Commission has modified mailing regulations for semiannual and annual shareholder fund reports to allow mutual fund companies to send a single copy of these reports to shareholders who share the same mailing address. If you would like additional copies, please call Mutual Fund Services at 1-800-243-1574.


P.O. Box 9874
Providence, RI 02940-8074
For more information about Virtus Mutual Funds,
please contact us at 1-800-243-1574, or visit Virtus.com.
8636 02-22


ANNUAL REPORT
VIRTUS ASSET TRUST

December 31, 2021
Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund*
Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund*
Virtus SGA International Growth Fund*
Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund
Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund
Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
*Prospectus supplement applicable to this fund appears at the back of this annual report.

As permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of each Fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless specifically requested from the Fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report. If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action.
You may elect at any time to receive not only shareholder reports but also certain other communications from the Fund electronically, or you may elect to receive paper copies of all future shareholder reports free of charge to you. If you own your shares directly with the Fund, you may make such elections by calling the Fund at 1-800-243-1574 or, with respect to requesting electronic delivery, by visiting www.virtus.com. An election made directly with the Fund will apply to all Virtus Mutual Funds in which you own shares directly. If you own your shares through a financial intermediary, please contact your financial intermediary to make your request and to determine whether your election will apply to all funds in which you own shares through that intermediary.

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Proxy Voting Procedures and Voting Record (Form N-PX)
The subadvisers vote proxies, if any, relating to portfolio securities in accordance with procedures that have been approved by the Board of Trustees of the Trust (“Trustees”, or the “Board”). You may obtain a description of these procedures, along with information regarding how the Funds voted proxies during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, free of charge, by calling toll-free 1-800-243-1574. This information is also available through the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) website at https://www.sec.gov.
PORTFOLIO  HOLDINGS INFORMATION
The Trust files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings for each Fund with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT-P. Form N-PORT-P is available on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov.
This report is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors in the Funds presented in this book unless preceded or accompanied by an effective prospectus which includes information concerning the sales charge, each Fund’s record and other pertinent information.


MESSAGE TO SHAREHOLDERS
To my fellow shareholders of Virtus Funds:
I am pleased to present this annual report, which reviews the performance of your Fund for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021.
During this fiscal year, markets expressed optimism about the economic reopening that was driven by the release of COVID-19 vaccines, as well as ongoing monetary support and fiscal stimulus. Doubts crept in during the period, however, as the Delta and Omicron variants impacted productivity, and cascading supply chain issues led to higher prices. Strong corporate profitability drove equity markets higher for much of the period, although concerns about inflation and interest rates hindered fixed income markets.
Domestic and international equity indexes delivered generally strong returns for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. U.S. large-capitalization stocks returned 28.71%, as measured by the S&P 500® Index, outpacing small-cap stocks, which gained 14.82%, as measured by the Russell 2000® Index. Within international equities, developed markets, as measured by the MSCI EAFE® Index (net), returned 11.26%, while emerging markets, as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net), declined 2.54%.
In fixed income markets, the yield on the 10-year Treasury rose sharply to 1.52% on December 31, 2021, from 0.93% on December 31, 2020, based on fears of rising inflation. The broader U.S. fixed income market, as represented by the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, was down 1.54% for the 12-month period, but non-investment grade bonds, as measured by the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index, were up 5.28%.
Thank you for entrusting the Virtus Funds with your assets. Please call our customer service team at 800-243-1574 if you have questions about your account or require assistance. We appreciate your business and remain committed to your long-term financial success.
Sincerely,
George R. Aylward
President, Virtus Funds
February 2022
Refer to the Fund Summary section for your Fund’s performance. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investing involves risk, including the risk of loss of principal invested.
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DISCLOSURE OF FUND EXPENSES (Unaudited)
FOR THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD OF July 1, 2021 TO December 31, 2021
We believe it is important for you to understand the impact of costs on your investment. All mutual funds have operating expenses. As a shareholder of a Virtus Asset Trust Fund discussed in this shareholder report (each, a “Fund”), you may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges on purchases of Class A shares and contingent deferred sales charges on Class C shares; and (2) ongoing costs, including investment advisory fees, distribution and service fees, and other expenses. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are sold without sales charges and do not incur distribution and service fees. Class R6 shares also do not incur shareholder servicing fees. For further information regarding applicable sales charges, see Note 1 in the Notes to Financial Statements. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in a Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds. These examples are based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire six-month period. The Annualized Expense Ratios may be different from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights which are for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.
Please note that the expenses shown in the accompanying tables are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges. Therefore, the accompanying tables are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher. The calculations assume no shares were bought or sold during the period. Your actual costs may have been higher or lower, depending on the amount of your investment and the timing of any purchases or redemptions.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information below, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the table under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A $ 1,000.00   $ 1,085.00   1.24 %   $ 6.52
  Class C 1,000.00   1,081.90   1.72   9.03
  Class I 1,000.00   1,085.80   0.97   5.10
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,087.40   0.72   3.79
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,077.90   1.27   6.65
  Class C 1,000.00   1,075.40   1.79   9.36
  Class I 1,000.00   1,078.80   0.98   5.13
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,080.30   0.79   4.14
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,075.60   1.46   7.64
  Class C 1,000.00   1,073.10   1.84   9.61
  Class I 1,000.00   1,076.50   1.18   6.18
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,077.50   0.88   4.61
SGA International Growth Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,004.90   1.32   6.67
  Class I 1,000.00   1,005.60   1.07   5.41
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,006.50   0.95   4.80
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,090.70   1.23   6.48
  Class I 1,000.00   1,091.60   0.97   5.11
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,092.20   0.90   4.75
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   951.20   1.27   6.25
  Class I 1,000.00   951.50   1.15   5.66
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   901.20   1.25   5.99
  Class I 1,000.00   902.30   1.00   4.79
  Class R6 1,000.00   902.70   0.90   4.32
    
* Expenses are equal to the relevant Fund’s annualized expense ratio, which is net of waived fees and reimbursed expenses, if applicable, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (184) expenses were accrued in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period.
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DISCLOSURE OF FUND EXPENSES (Unaudited) (Continued)
FOR THE SIX-MONTH PERIOD OF July 1, 2021 TO December 31, 2021
For Funds which may invest in other funds, the annualized expense ratios noted above do not reflect fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher.
You can find more information about a Fund’s expenses in the Financial Statements section that follows. For additional information on operating expenses and other shareholder costs, refer to that Fund’s prospectus.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on a Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not your Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your Fund and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other mutual funds.
    Beginning
Account Value
July 1, 2021
  Ending
Account Value
December 31, 2021
  Annualized
Expense
Ratio
  Expenses
Paid
During
Period*
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A $ 1,000.00   $ 1,018.95   1.24 %   $ 6.31
  Class C 1,000.00   1,016.53   1.72   8.74
  Class I 1,000.00   1,020.32   0.97   4.94
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,021.58   0.72   3.67
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,018.80   1.27   6.46
  Class C 1,000.00   1,016.18   1.79   9.10
  Class I 1,000.00   1,020.27   0.98   4.99
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,021.22   0.79   4.02
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,017.85   1.46   7.43
  Class C 1,000.00   1,015.93   1.84   9.35
  Class I 1,000.00   1,019.26   1.18   6.01
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,020.77   0.88   4.48
SGA International Growth Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,018.55   1.32   6.72
  Class I 1,000.00   1,019.81   1.07   5.45
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,020.42   0.95   4.84
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,019.00   1.23   6.26
  Class I 1,000.00   1,020.32   0.97   4.94
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,020.67   0.90   4.58
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,018.80   1.27   6.46
  Class I 1,000.00   1,019.41   1.15   5.85
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

               
  Class A 1,000.00   1,018.90   1.25   6.36
  Class I 1,000.00   1,020.16   1.00   5.09
  Class R6 1,000.00   1,020.67   0.90   4.58
    
* Expenses are equal to the relevant Fund’s annualized expense ratio, which is net of waived fees and reimbursed expenses, if applicable, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by the number of days (184) expenses were accrued in the most recent fiscal half-year, then divided by 365 to reflect the one-half year period.
For Funds which may invest in other funds, the annualized expense ratios noted above do not reflect fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds. If such fees and expenses had been included, the expenses would have been higher.
You can find more information about a Fund’s expenses in the Financial Statements section that follows. For additional information on operating expenses and other shareholder costs, refer to that Fund’s prospectus.
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KEY INVESTMENT TERMS (Unaudited)
December 31, 2021
American Depositary Receipt (“ADR”)
Represents shares of foreign companies traded in U.S. dollars on U.S. exchanges that are held by a U.S. bank or a trust. Foreign companies use ADRs in order to make it easier for Americans to buy their shares.
Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index measures the U.S. investment-grade fixed-rate bond market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index
The Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index measures the U.S. dollar-denominated, high yield, fixed-rate corporate bond market. The index is calculated on a total return basis. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Exchange-Traded Fund (“ETF”)
An open-end fund that is traded on a stock exchange. Most ETFs have a portfolio of stocks or bonds that track a specific market index.
Federal Reserve (the “Fed”)
The Central Bank of the U.S., responsible for controlling the money supply, interest rates, and credit with the goal of keeping the U.S. economy and currency stable. Governed by a seven-member board, the system includes 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks, 25 branches, and all national and state banks that are part of the system.
Gross Domestic Product (“GDP”)
The GDP represents the market value of all goods and services produced by the economy during the period measured, including personal consumption, government purchases, private inventories, paid-in construction costs, and the foreign trade balance.
London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”)
A benchmark rate that some of the world’s leading banks charge each other for short-term loans and that serves as the first step to calculating interest rates on various loans throughout the world.
MSCI All Country World ex USA Index (net)
The MSCI All Country World ex USA Index (net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index that measures equity performance of developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States. The index is calculated on a total return basis with net dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
MSCI EAFE® Index (net)
The MSCI EAFE® (Europe, Australasia, Far East) Index (net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index that measures developed foreign market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada. The index is calculated on a total return basis with net dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net)
The MSCI Emerging Markets Index (net) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance in the global emerging markets. The index is calculated on a total return basis with net dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”)
A publicly traded company that owns, develops and operates income-producing real estate such as apartments, office buildings, hotels, shopping centers and other commercial properties.
Russell 1000® Growth Index
The Russell 1000® Growth Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of growth-oriented stocks of the 1,000 largest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Russell 1000® Value Index
The Russell 1000® Value Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of value-oriented stocks of the 1,000 largest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
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KEY INVESTMENT TERMS (Unaudited) (Continued)
December 31, 2021
Russell 2000® Growth Index
The Russell 2000® Growth Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of growth-oriented stocks of the smallest 2,000 companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Russell 2000® Index
The Russell 2000® Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of the 2,000 smallest companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Russell 2000® Value Index
The Russell 2000® Value Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of value-oriented stocks of the smallest 2,000 companies in the Russell Universe, which comprises the 3,000 largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Russell 3000® Growth Index
The Russell 3000® Growth Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of growth-oriented stocks of U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
Russell Midcap® Growth Index
The Russell Midcap® Growth Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of medium-capitalization, growth-oriented stocks of U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Russell Midcap® Index
The Russell Midcap® Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of medium-capitalization stocks of U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Russell Midcap® Value Index
The Russell Midcap Value Index is a market capitalization-weighted index of medium-capitalization, value-oriented stocks of U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and is not available for direct investment.
S&P 500® Index
The S&P 500® Index is a free-float market capitalization-weighted index of 500 of the largest U.S. companies. The index is calculated on a total return basis with dividends reinvested. The index is unmanaged, its returns do not reflect any fees, expenses, or sales charges, and it is not available for direct investment.
Sponsored ADR
An ADR which is issued with the cooperation of the company whose stock will underlie the ADR. Sponsored ADRs generally carry the same rights normally given to stockholders, such as voting rights. ADRs must be sponsored to be able to trade on a major U.S. exchange such as the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”).
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Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SVIIX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class C: SVIFX
  Class I: STVTX
  Class R6: STVZX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide a high level of capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the Fund also seeks to provide current income. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objectives.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 25.24%, Class C shares at NAV returned 24.57%, Class I shares at NAV returned 25.48%, and Class R6 Shares at NAV returned 25.85%. For the same period, the Russell 1000® Value Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 25.16%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The 12-month period was a robust environment for the U.S. stock market. Large-cap stocks underperformed their smaller-capitalization counterparts, with the Russell 1000® Value Index posting a return of 25.16% versus the Russell 2000® Value Index return of 28.27%. Similar to the past few years, growth stocks continued to outpace value stocks, with the Russell 1000® Growth Index returning 27.60% and the Russell 1000® Value Index posting a 25.16% return for the period. This was due to a handful of names leading the charge for the Russell 1000® Growth Index. The opposite occurred among mid caps and small caps, where value bested growth.
All economic sectors were positive in 2021. Energy and real estate were the best-performing areas for the Russell 1000® Value Index in the period. The largest detracting sectors, on a relative basis, for the
Russell 1000® Value Index were consumer staples and communication services.
During the annual time frame, the robust fiscal and monetary stimulus was a main factor in lifting U.S. equity markets. In addition, the markets dealt with a vaccine rollout, China growth concerns, fears of higher inflation, dysfunction in government, geopolitical instability, and a new COVID variant (Omicron). With all these items contributing to equity volatility at times, strong financial conditions along with solid fundamentals and earnings lifted stocks in 2021.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Russell 1000® Value Index, for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. During this period, the Fund posted positive stock selection in the financials, information technology, and consumer discretionary sectors. Negative stock selection was exhibited in the health care, industrials, and energy sectors. The Fund had underweight positions in the communication services and consumer staples sectors that contributed positively to results. Additionally, the Fund had an underweight position in real estate and an overweight position in information technology, both of which weighed on investment results.
For the reporting period, the securities that posted the largest positive contribution to results were Capital One Financial and Bank of America.
•  Capital One contributed positively due to continued pristine credit, strong consumer spending, and the early stages of loan growth.
•  Bank of America outperformed as consumer trends emerged with strength, the interest rate environment became more constructive, and capital markets remained robust.
Rounding out the top five contributors were American Express, KLA Corp., and PerkinElmer.
The largest detractors from results were Global Payments and Zimmer Biomet Holdings.
•  Global Payments underperformed as the company was negatively impacted by the fear that BNPL (Buy now Pay later) could be disruptive to its business.
•  Zimmer Biomet Holdings was adversely impacted by COVID, which prevented the rate of orthopedic procedures from fully rebounding.
Other top detractors for the period included AT&T, AptarGroup, and General Electric.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Value Stocks: Value stocks are subject to the risk that the broad market may not recognize their intrinsic value.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Industrials 21%
Financials 21
Information Technology 12
Materials 12
Health Care 9
Energy 6
Consumer Discretionary 4
Other (includes short-term investment) 15
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   25.24 % 11.87 % 12.69 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   18.35 10.62 12.06
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4   24.57  11.34  12.13  — 
Class I shares at NAV2   25.48  12.17  12.99  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   25.85  12.46  —  10.68  8/1/14
Russell 1000® Value Index   25.16  11.16  12.97  10.14  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.27%, Net 1.24%; Class C shares: Gross 1.94%, Net 1.72%; Class I shares: Gross 1.03%, Net 0.97%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.86%, Net 0.72%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SAMVX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class C: SMVFX
  Class I: SMVTX
  Class R6: SMVZX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the Fund also seeks to provide current income. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objectives.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 28.73 %, Class C shares at NAV returned 28.01%, Class I shares at NAV returned 28.99%, and Class R6 Shares at NAV returned 29.34%. For the same period, the Russell Midcap® Value Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 28.34%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The 12-month period was a robust environment for the U.S. stock market. Mid-cap value stocks did better than large-cap stocks, and slightly outperformed their smaller-capitalization counterparts, with the Russell Midcap® Value Index posting a return of 28.34% versus the Russell 1000® Value Index return of 25.16% and the Russell 2000® Value Index return of 28.27%. Growth stocks continued to outpace value stocks, with the Russell 1000® Growth Index returning 27.60% and the Russell 1000® Value Index posting a 25.16% return for the period. This was due to a handful of names leading the charge for the Russell 1000® Growth Index. The opposite occurred in mid cap, where value bested growth. The Russell Midcap® Value Index returned 28.34% versus the Russell Midcap® Growth Index, which returned 12.73%.
All economic sectors were positive in 2021. Real estate and energy were the best-performing areas for the Russell Midcap® Value Index in the period. The
largest detracting sectors, on a relative basis, for the Russell Midcap Value® Index were communication services and health care.
During the annual time frame, the robust fiscal and monetary stimulus was a main factor in lifting U.S. equity markets. In addition, the markets dealt with a vaccine rollout, China growth concerns, fears of higher inflation, dysfunction in government, geopolitical instability, and a new COVID variant (Omicron). With all these items contributing to equity volatility at times, strong financial conditions along with solid fundamentals and earnings lifted stocks in 2021.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Russell Midcap® Value Index, for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. During this period, the Fund posted positive stock selection in the financials, industrials, and consumer discretionary sectors. Negative stock selection was exhibited in the real estate, utilities, and information technology sectors. The Fund had underweight positions in the communication services and consumer staples sectors that contributed positively to results. Additionally, the Fund had underweight positions in health care and real estate that weighed on investment results.
For the reporting period, the securities that posted the largest positive contribution to results were Capital One Financial and Marvell Technology Group.
•  Capital One contributed positively due to continued pristine credit, strong consumer spending, and the early stages of loan growth.
•  Marvell Technology Group outperformed based on strong execution and a positive update on earnings, for which the company provided a favorable outlook that surprised investors.
Rounding out the top five contributors were Signature Bank, Motorola Solutions, and NXP Semiconductor.
The largest detractors from results were Global Payments and Citrix Systems.
•  Global Payments underperformed as the company was negatively impacted by the fear that BNPL (Buy now Pay later) could be disruptive to its business.
•  Citrix Systems underperformed as the company was negatively impacted by weak earnings due to subpar execution. This resulted in the company resetting earnings expectations for the full year.
Other top detractors for the period included Foot Locker, Zimmer Biomet Holdings, and FMC Corp.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Value Stocks: Value stocks are subject to the risk that the broad market may not recognize their intrinsic value.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Industrials 23%
Financials 18
Information Technology 15
Materials 8
Health Care 8
Real Estate 6
Consumer Discretionary 6
Other (includes short-term investment) 16
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   28.73 % 11.45 % 13.00 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   21.65 10.19 12.37
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4   28.01  10.95  12.50 — 
Class I shares at NAV2   28.99  11.79  13.34 — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   29.34  12.06  —  10.76  8/1/14
Russell Midcap® Value Index   28.34  11.22  13.44 10.31  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: 1.30%; Class C shares: Gross 1.98%, Net 1.79%; Class I shares: 1.04%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.87%, Net 0.79%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
9


Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SASVX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class C: STCEX
  Class I: SCETX
  Class R6: VVERX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the Fund also seeks to provide current income. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objectives.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 26.91%, Class C shares at NAV returned 26.42%, Class I shares at NAV returned 27.20%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 27.61%. For the same period, the Russell 2000® Value Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 28.27%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
The 12-month period was a robust environment for the U.S. stock market. Small-cap value stocks outperformed their large-capitalization value counterparts, with the Russell 1000® Value Index posting a return of 25.16% versus the Russell 2000® Value Index return of 28.27%. Similar to the past few years, growth stocks continued to outpace value stocks, with the Russell 1000® Growth Index returning 27.60% and the Russell 1000® Value Index posting a 25.16% return for the period. This was due to a handful of names leading the charge for the Russell 1000® Growth Index. The opposite occurred in small caps, where value bested growth. The Russell 2000® Value Index returned 28.27% versus the Russell 2000® Growth Index, which returned 2.83%.
All economic sectors were positive in 2021. Energy and consumer discretionary were the best-performing areas for the Russell 2000® Value Index in the period. The largest detracting sectors, on
a relative basis, for the Russell 2000® Value Index were the health care and utilities sectors.
During the annual time frame, the robust fiscal and monetary stimulus was a main factor in lifting U.S. equity markets. In addition, the markets dealt with a vaccine rollout, China growth concerns, fears of higher inflation, dysfunction in government, geopolitical instability, and a new COVID variant (Omicron). With all these items contributing to equity volatility at times, strong financial conditions along with solid fundamentals and earnings lifted stocks in 2021.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000® Value Index, for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. During this period, the Fund posted positive stock selection in the health care, communication services, and industrials sectors. Negative stock selection was exhibited in the energy, consumer staples, and materials sectors. The Fund had underweight positions in health care and utilities that contributed positively to results. Additionally, the Fund had underweight positions in energy and consumer discretionary that weighed on investment results.
For the reporting period, the securities that posted the largest positive contribution to results were Interpublic Group of Cos. and Hill-Rom Holdings.
•  Interpublic Group outperformed because of an improving advertising market. In addition, the company’s data/privacy assets allowed for healthy share gains versus its peers.
•  Hill-Rom Holdings performed well as the company received a buyout offer from Baxter.
Rounding out the top five contributors were SLM Corp., Stantec, and Jefferies Financial Group.
The largest detractors from results were Kemper and AptarGroup.
•  Kemper underperformed as the company dealt with the reopening of California, which caused a large uptick in auto accidents. The state delayed the company from implementing higher insurance rates to offset the higher accident rates.
•  AptarGroup underperformed as the company experienced rapid deterioration of its business
fundamentals, caused by a weak flu season and the resulting need to de-stock over the counter medicines. Additionally, reduced prescriptions added to the weakness in the stock.
Other top detractors for the period included Minerals Technologies, World Fuel Services, and Calavo Growers.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Value Stocks: Value stocks are subject to the risk that the broad market may not recognize their intrinsic value.
Sector Focused Investing: Events negatively affecting a particular industry or market sector in which the Fund focuses its investments may cause the value of the Fund to decrease.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
10


Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Financials 26%
Industrials 20
Information Technology 13
Materials 10
Consumer Discretionary 7
Health Care 6
Consumer Staples 6
Other (includes short-term investment) 12
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   26.91 % 7.53 % 10.74 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   19.93 6.32 10.11
Class C shares at NAV2 and with CDSC4   26.42  7.09  10.28 — 
Class I shares at NAV2   27.20  7.83  11.06 — 
Class R6 shares at NAV 2   27.61  —  —  10.79 2/26/19
Russell 2000® Value Index   28.27  9.07  12.03 13.11  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.48%, Net 1.46%; Class C shares: Gross 2.18%, Net 1.81%; Class I shares: Gross 1.21%, Net 1.15%; Class R6 shares: Gross 1.05%, Net 0.88%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares, Class C shares, and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid and all Class C shares are 1% within the first year and 0% thereafter.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2023. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
12


SGA International Growth Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SCIIX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class I: STITX
  Class R6: SCIZX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Sustainable Growth Advisers, LP
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide long-term capital appreciation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 8.36%, Class I shares at NAV returned 8.59%, and Class R6 Shares at NAV returned 8.74%. For the same period, the MSCI All Country World ex USA Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 7.82%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
International equities generated positive returns for 2021 despite new and disruptive regional COVID setbacks, persistent inflationary pressures, monetary tightening in emerging markets, and a changing regulatory landscape in China.
Smaller and more economically sensitive companies outperformed as they benefited from the broad global recovery in corporate profits. Earnings growth for the MSCI All Country World ex USA Index was the highest on record since the Global Financial Crisis, up 100% after having declined 37% in 2020.
Returns were strongest in developed markets, driven by strength in Europe, while emerging markets were negatively impacted, primarily by weakness in China, Latin America, and Korea. The energy, financials, information technology (driven by strength in semiconductors), and industrials sectors outperformed by a wide margin, while the
communication services, consumer discretionary, real estate, and health care sectors underperformed.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the MSCI All Country World ex USA Index (net), in 2021. Despite the headwinds from a more economically driven market environment, strong stock selection in the Fund offset unfavorable market trends.
A lack of exposure to the strongly performing energy sector, an underweight in the industrials sector, and overweight positions in the health care and consumer staples sectors detracted from the Fund’s relative performance. Underweights in the communication services and consumer discretionary sectors, along with an overweight in the information technology sector and lack of exposure to the real estate sector, contributed positively to the Fund’s relative returns.
Stock selection was the main driver of relative returns, with strong stock selection in the health care, consumer staples, and industrials sectors contributing most positively. This helped offset negative stock selection effects in the consumer discretionary, financials, and communication services sectors.
Regional allocations detracted modestly from relative returns given a slight overweight to underperforming emerging markets and an underweight to developed markets. Stock selection in emerging markets detracted due primarily to the Fund’s Chinese holdings, while selection in developed markets contributed positively.
The top five contributors to Fund performance for the period were financial services company Aon, pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk, computer-aided-design software leader Dassault Systemes, IT services leader Infosys, and industrial gas company Linde.
The five largest detractors from Fund performance were Chinese after-school-tutoring company New Oriental Education, medical device company Shandong Weigao, online brokerage XP, insurance leader AIA Group, and sportswear company Adidas.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Foreign & Emerging Markets: Investing in foreign securities, especially in emerging markets, subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
Geographic Concentration: A fund that focuses its investments in a particular geographic location will be sensitive to financial, economic, political, and other events negatively affecting that location.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Health Care 25%
Consumer Staples 21
Financials 17
Information Technology 16
Consumer Discretionary 9
Materials 6
Industrials 3
Other (includes short-term investment and securities lending collateral) 3
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
13


SGA International Growth Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   8.36 % 15.61 % 11.08 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   2.40 14.31 10.45
Class I shares at NAV2   8.59  15.88  11.30  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   8.74  15.98  —  13.59 9/1/15
MSCI All Country World ex USA Index (net)   7.82  9.61  7.28  8.40  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.58%, Net 1.33%; Class I shares: Gross 1.32%, Net 1.08%; Class R6 shares: Gross 1.22%, Net 0.96%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
14


Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: STCIX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class I: STCAX
  Class R6: STCZX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Silvant Capital Management LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide capital appreciation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned 23.74%, Class I shares at NAV returned 23.97%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned 24.08%. For the same period, the Russell 1000® Growth Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 27.60%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
Despite another year of managing through a global pandemic, economic activity increased as the U.S. reopened its economy. By the fourth quarter of 2021, gross domestic product (GDP) growth was expected to be approximately 6.8%, with surging corporate profit growth expected. Several COVID vaccines were brought to market during the year, while governments across the globe continued to provide economic stimulus, creating a positive backdrop for equities. The S&P 500® Index gained 28.7% during the fiscal year, while large-cap growth stocks, as measured by the Russell 1000® Growth Index, rose 27.6%. With the rise in economic growth, fears about inflation and a possible Federal Reserve (Fed) response weighed heavily on investors’ minds as the year ended.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
Although the Fund underperformed its primary benchmark, the Russell 1000® Growth Index, for the
year, absolute investment results were strong. Performance compared to the Fund’s benchmark was hampered by not owning Tesla, a consumer discretionary stock, which gained almost 50% during the year and represented 3.6% weight within the benchmark. The Fund’s consumer discretionary stocks rose 4.7% on average, while the Russell 1000® Growth Index’s consumer discretionary stocks gained 18.4%, with Tesla driving 39% of the return in that sector during the year.
Additionally, the Fund’s other consumer discretionary stocks that underperformed were primarily impacted by the various COVID variant waves hurting economic re-openings across the globe. Royal Caribbean, a cruise line, rose 3.0%; Booking Holdings, a travel booking website, rose 7.7%; Las Vegas Sands, a gaming company, was down 36.9%; DraftKings, an online gaming company, was down 43.0%; and TJX Companies, a name brand discount retailer, was up 12.8%. These stocks were held through the Fund’s fiscal year end.
The Fund’s best performing sectors were communication services (up 40.2%), consumer staples (up 41.4%), and technology (up 28.4%). The Fund had 20 holdings from eight different major economic sectors that rose more than 30% during the year, indicating the broad diversification of returns. Some of the Fund’s best-performing holdings for the year were Alphabet, a communication services stock (up 65.3%), Costco Wholesale, a consumer staples stock (up 51.9%), IHS Markit, an industrials stock (up 49.0%), UnitedHealth Group, a health care stock (up 45.3%), NVIDIA Corporation, a technology stock (up 126.0%), and Applied Materials, a technology stock (up 84.1%). These positions remained in the Fund at year end.
The Fund’s top five contributors to relative performance for the fiscal year were NVIDIA, Applied Materials, Alphabet Class C, Alphabet Class A, and O’Reilly Automotive. The five largest detractors from relative performance were Las Vegas Sands, DraftKings, Teladoc Health, Visa, and Exact Sciences.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other
conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Growth Stocks: Growth stocks are typically sensitive to market movements because their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Technology Concentration: Because the Fund is presently heavily weighted in the technology sector, it will be impacted by that sector’s performance more than a fund with broader sector diversification.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Information Technology 47%
Communication Services 14
Consumer Discretionary 13
Health Care 12
Industrials 5
Consumer Staples 4
Financials 3
Other (includes short-term investment and securities lending collateral) 2
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
15


Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   23.74 % 23.16 % 17.40 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   16.93 21.78 16.74
Class I shares at NAV2   23.97  23.50  17.69  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   24.08  23.61  —  16.97  8/1/14
Russell 1000® Growth Index   27.60  25.32  19.79  19.65  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Gross 1.27%, Net 1.23%; Class I shares: Gross 1.09%, Net 0.97%; Class R6 shares: Gross 0.96%, Net 0.90%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
16


Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SCGIX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class I: SSCTX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Silvant Capital Management LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide long-term capital appreciation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -4.32% and Class I shares at NAV returned -4.14%. For the same period, the Russell 2000® Growth Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 2.83%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
Despite another year of managing through a global pandemic, economic activity increased as the U.S. reopened its economy. By the fourth quarter of 2021, gross domestic product (GDP) growth was expected to be approximately 6.8%, with surging corporate profit growth expected. Several COVID vaccines were brought to market during the year, while governments across the globe continued to provide economic stimulus, creating a positive backdrop for equities. The S&P 500® Index gained 28.7% during the fiscal year, while small-cap growth stocks, as measured by the Russell 2000® Growth Index, only rose 2.8%. Smaller-cap companies are typically more reliant on debt to fund their future growth. As interest rates rose in 2021, investors feared that the cost of debt financing in the future could negatively impact these companies. Additionally, small-cap growth stocks, as measured by the Russell 2000® Growth Index, significantly outperformed the S&P 500® Index in 2020, gaining almost 35% versus the 18%
return for the broader market. Lastly, with the rise in economic growth, fears about inflation and a possible Federal Reserve (Fed) response weighed heavily on investors’ minds as the year ended.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund retrenched in 2021 after gaining approximately 39.0% in 2020. The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000® Growth Index, for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.
The Fund’s underperformance was attributable to negative stock selection in six out of 11 major economic sectors. However, stock selection within the technology sector represented 86.5% of the Fund’s underperformance. Three of the Fund’s technology holdings that were not in the benchmark lost value, and were responsible for 44.4% of the Fund’s relative underperformance for the year. The stocks were: Five9, which produces cloud software for call centers, and was down 21.3%; Coupa Software, a back-office support software company, which lost 53.5%; and Everbridge, a company that provides software for critical event and safety applications, which was down 55.0%. Everbridge was sold and the Fund continue to hold the other two positions at year end. Cardlytics, a company providing online advertising through a purchase intelligence platform, was down 44.7%, and Magnite, which provides a solution to automate the purchase and sale of digital advertising inventory, was down 43.6%, negatively impacting Fund performance. Cardlytics was sold while Magnite remained a holding at the end of the fiscal year.
The Fund had positive stock selection in the industrials, financials, and materials sectors. The holdings that performed especially well were: Saia, a trucking company, up 86.0%; Herc Holdings, an equipment rental supplier, up 135.3%; Balchem, a performance nutrition ingredients company, up 46.9%; Essential Properties Realty, a single-tenant real estate investment trust (REIT), up 41.4%; and Ares Management, an alternative asset manager, up 78.1%. The Fund held these five positions at year end.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Growth Stocks: Growth stocks are typically sensitive to market movements because their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Information Technology 26%
Health Care 25
Industrials 17
Consumer Discretionary 15
Financials 7
Materials 4
Real Estate 2
Other (includes short-term investment and securities lending collateral) 4
Total 100%
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years
Class A shares at NAV2 -4.32 % 14.02% 12.44%
Class A shares at POP3,4 -9.59 12.74 11.80
Class I shares at NAV2 -4.14  14.16 12.55
Russell 2000® Growth Index 2.83  14.53 14.14
Fund Expense Ratios5: Class A shares: Gross 1.58%, Net 1.27%; Class I shares: Gross 1.42%, Net 1.15%.        
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid.
5 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund Ticker Symbols:
Class A: SAGAX
Fund Summary (Unaudited) Class I: SCATX
  Class R6: VZGRX
 
Portfolio Manager Commentary by
Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC
The Fund is diversified and has an investment objective of seeking to provide long-term capital appreciation. There is no guarantee that the Fund will meet its objective.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Fund’s Class A shares at NAV returned -10.14%, Class I shares at NAV returned -9.93%, and Class R6 shares at NAV returned -9.82. For the same period, the Russell 3000® Growth Index, the Fund’s style-specific benchmark appropriate for comparison, returned 25.85%.
All performance figures assume reinvestment of distributions and exclude the effect of sales charges. Performance data quoted represents past results. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown above. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
How did the markets perform during the Fund’s fiscal year ended December 31, 2021?
Broad domestic stock indexes recorded positive performance in 2021 following an unprecedented 2020, during which pandemic uncertainties whipsawed global financial markets. Headline returns, however, masked a swift and severe change from the dominance of COVID beneficiaries to leadership by large information technology and economically sensitive companies. Traders juggled a “crisis of confidence,” wrestling with prospects of sustained inflation, reduced stimulus from the Federal Reserve (the Fed), rising interest rates, more stringent regulatory and tax regimes, and ongoing COVID-19 disruptions. Rather than endure elevated volatility among shares of earlier-stage, high-growth equities, investors sought safety in companies that offered historical free cash flow generation and modest expectations for year-over-year comparable performance. The Fund’s Russell 3000® Growth Index benchmark increased 25.85% for the 12-month period.
What factors affected the Fund’s performance during its fiscal year?
The Fund had a negative return for the 12 months ended December 31, 2021. Underexposure to large-cap information technology and economically sensitive companies, coupled with downward pressure on valuations, contributed to the Fund’s relative underperformance.
The sectors that were most responsible for the Fund’s underperformance included health care, real estate, and communication services. Individual security selection in consumer discretionary and information technology partially offset the Fund’s negative return.
Material detractors from Fund performance included:
•  Teladoc Health is a first-mover and a leader in telehealth. The share price faced headwinds during the period due to concerns about the sustainability of demand after the rapid growth Teladoc experienced during the pandemic.
•  Zillow Group is a founder-led real estate data and services company. Underperformance was driven by concerns surrounding the U.S. housing market and the company’s surprising decision to exit the direct home purchase segment, after it acknowledged growing discomfort with the inherent volatility of property prices and input costs.
•  Exact Sciences, a cancer diagnostic company, experienced sales challenges amid ongoing COVID-19 disruptions, as individuals delayed wellness visits and lockdown mandates negatively impacted sales reps’ ability to meet with physicians.
•  Peloton Interactive is a founder-led connected hardware streaming fitness service. The stock price declined as management lowered earnings guidance due to uncertainty regarding the sustainability of pandemic-fueled growth, a volatile reopening landscape, and ongoing supply chain constraints. The position was sold during the fiscal year in order to fund better growth alternatives.
•  Chegg, an education technology company, reported a significant deceleration in revenue throughout 2021. The company attributed worse-than-expected student enrollments and engagement in the second half of the year to a strong labor market and mental fatigue related to COVID-19 pandemic disruptions. The position was sold during the fiscal year in order to fund better growth alternatives.
Material contributors to Fund performance included:
•  Tesla, a founder-led technology company that seeks to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, continued outpacing both production and profitability expectations due to unmatched vertical integration, technological sophistication, and increasingly global scale.
•  NVIDIA is a founder-led intensive graphics and artificial intelligence enabler. The company’s stock benefited from strong demand for semiconductors, new product launches, and an appreciation for the company’s critical role in empowering the future of advanced technology.
•  Shopify, a founder-led commerce platform company, maintained high revenue growth rates due to increased scale from pandemic-accelerated demand trends.
•  Snowflake, a data platform company, reported four consecutive quarters of 100%+ year-over-year revenue growth. Businesses, awash in data, have been adopting Snowflake to analyze trends and performance, with the goal of better strategic decision making.
•  Sprout Social, a founder-led social media management software company, recorded strong growth rates with profit margin expansion and free cash flow profitability during the year.
The preceding information is the opinion of portfolio management only through the end of the period stated on the cover. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that market forecasts will be realized.
Equity Securities: The market price of equity securities may be adversely affected by financial market, industry, or issuer-specific events. Focus on a particular style or on small or medium-sized companies may enhance that risk.
Foreign Investing: Investing in foreign securities subjects the Fund to additional risks such as increased volatility, currency fluctuations, less liquidity, and political, regulatory, economic, and market risk.
Sector Focused Investing: Events negatively affecting a particular industry or market sector in
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
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Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund (Continued)
which the Fund focuses its investments may cause the value of the Fund to decrease.
Limited Number of Investments: Because the Fund has a limited number of securities, it may be more susceptible to factors adversely affecting its securities than a fund with a greater number of securities.
Technology Concentration: Because the Fund is presently heavily weighted in the technology sector, it will be impacted by that sector’s performance more than a fund with broader sector diversification.
Market Volatility: Local, regional, or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on the Fund and its investments, including
hampering the ability of the portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
Prospectus: For additional information on risks, please see the Fund’s prospectus.
Asset Allocation
The following table presents asset allocation within certain sectors as a percentage of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
Information Technology 44%
Consumer Discretionary 27
Health Care 10
Communication Services 9
Financials 5
Industrials 3
Real Estate 2
Total 100%
 
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
20


Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund (Continued)
Average Annual Total Returns1 for periods ended 12/31/21

    1 Year 5 Years 10 Years Since
inception
Inception
date
Class A shares at NAV2   -10.14 % 31.92 % 21.99 % — %
Class A shares at POP3,4   -15.09 30.44 21.30
Class I shares at NAV2   -9.93  32.24 22.26  — 
Class R6 shares at NAV2   -9.82  —  —  3.04  10/20/20
Russell 3000® Growth Index   25.85  24.56 19.39  30.69  5
Fund Expense Ratios6: Class A shares: Net 1.33%, Gross 1.25%; Class I shares: Net 1.07%, Net 1.00%; Class R6 shares: Gross 1.03%, Net 0.90%.            
All returns represent past performance which is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. The above table and graph below do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of shares. Please visit Virtus.com for performance data current to the most recent month-end.
Growth of $10,000 for periods ended 12/31

This chart assumes an initial investment of $10,000 made on December 31, 2011, for Class A shares and Class I shares including any applicable sales charges or fees. The performance of the other share class may be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception dates, fees, and sales charges. Performance assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions.
1 Total returns are historical and include changes in share price and the reinvestment of both dividends and capital gain distributions.
2 “NAV” (Net Asset Value) total returns do not include the effect of any sales charge.
3 “POP” (Public Offering Price) total returns include the effect of the maximum front-end 5.50% sales charge.
4 “CDSC” (contingent deferred sales charge) is applied to redemptions of certain classes of shares that do not have a sales charge applied at the time of purchase. CDSC for certain redemptions of Class A shares made within 18 months of a finder’s fee being paid.
5 The since inception index return is from the inception date of Class R6 shares.
6 The expense ratios of the Fund are set forth according to the prospectus for the Fund effective April 28, 2021, as supplemented and revised, and may differ from the expense ratios disclosed in the Financial Highlights tables in this report. See the Financial Highlights for more current expense ratios. Net Expense: Expenses reduced by a contractual expense limitation in effect through April 30, 2022. Gross Expense: Does not reflect the effect of the expense limitation. Expense ratios include fees and expenses associated with any underlying funds.
The index is unmanaged and not available for direct investment; therefore, its performance does not reflect the expenses associated with active management of an actual portfolio.
For information regarding the indexes and certain investment terms, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
21


Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—99.3%
Communication Services—2.4%    
Verizon Communications, Inc.    580,516   $   30,164
Consumer Discretionary—4.3%    
Advance Auto Parts, Inc.     67,244      16,130
BorgWarner, Inc.    541,907      24,424
Ralph Lauren Corp.    106,655      12,677
         53,231
       
 
Consumer Staples—3.3%    
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc    728,881      40,766
Energy—5.7%    
Baker Hughes Co.  2,058,091      49,517
Marathon Petroleum Corp.    334,768      21,422
         70,939
       
 
Financials—21.1%    
American Express Co.    151,655      24,811
Bank of America Corp.  1,154,001      51,342
Capital One Financial Corp.    295,865      42,927
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)    249,235      17,207
Progressive Corp. (The)    361,104      37,067
Synchrony Financial    910,076      42,219
Willis Towers Watson plc    190,687      45,286
        260,859
       
 
Health Care—8.8%    
DENTSPLY SIRONA, Inc.    611,876      34,137
Humana, Inc.    106,994      49,630
PerkinElmer, Inc.    127,483      25,632
        109,399
       
 
Industrials—21.7%    
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. Class A    411,465      34,888
Fortive Corp.    321,131      24,499
General Electric Co.    355,900      33,622
  Shares   Value
       
Industrials—continued    
Honeywell International, Inc.    181,300   $    37,803
Ingersoll Rand, Inc.    552,068      34,156
Parker-Hannifin Corp.    113,148      35,995
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.    164,683      31,063
United Parcel Service, Inc. Class B     78,800      16,890
Vertiv Holdings Co.    762,444      19,038
        267,954
       
 
Information Technology—12.5%    
Global Payments, Inc.    330,445      44,669
KLA Corp.     59,371      25,536
Motorola Solutions, Inc.    107,320      29,159
NXP Semiconductors N.V.    128,395      29,246
QUALCOMM, Inc.    139,797      25,565
        154,175
       
 
Materials—12.3%    
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.     74,013      22,519
Celanese Corp.    128,772      21,642
Crown Holdings, Inc.    219,913      24,327
FMC Corp.    172,094      18,911
PPG Industries, Inc.    220,687      38,055
Vulcan Materials Co.    131,177      27,230
        152,684
       
 
Real Estate—3.6%    
Crown Castle International Corp.    209,980      43,831
Utilities—3.6%    
NextEra Energy, Inc.    477,842      44,611
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $998,159)
  1,228,613
 
Total Long-Term Investments—99.3%
(Identified Cost $998,159)
  1,228,613
       
 
       
 
  Shares   Value
       
       
Short-Term Investment—3.1%
Money Market Mutual Fund—3.1%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(1) 39,188,791   $    39,189
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $39,189)
     39,189
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—102.4%
(Identified Cost $1,037,348)
  $1,267,802
Other assets and liabilities, net—(2.4)%     (30,145)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $1,237,657
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 91%
Ireland 4
United Kingdom 3
Netherlands 2
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $1,228,613   $1,228,613
Money Market Mutual Fund 39,189   39,189
Total Investments $1,267,802   $1,267,802
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
22


Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—98.9%
Consumer Discretionary—6.3%    
Columbia Sportswear Co.    600,000   $   58,464
Gentex Corp.  3,150,000     109,778
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.    725,000      64,996
        233,238
       
 
Consumer Staples—3.9%    
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc  1,435,000      80,260
Sysco Corp.    800,000      62,840
        143,100
       
 
Energy—5.7%    
Baker Hughes Co.  3,450,000      83,007
Diamondback Energy, Inc.    335,000      36,130
Marathon Petroleum Corp.  1,400,000      89,586
        208,723
       
 
Financials—18.0%    
Berkley (W.R.) Corp.    650,000      53,554
First Citizens BancShares, Inc. Class A     90,000      74,686
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The)  1,150,000      79,396
PacWest Bancorp  1,450,000      65,496
Progressive Corp. (The)    850,000      87,252
Reinsurance Group of America, Inc.    310,000      33,942
Signature Bank    210,000      67,929
Synchrony Financial  1,750,000      81,182
Willis Towers Watson plc    515,000     122,307
        665,744
       
 
Health Care—7.5%    
Bruker Corp.    815,000      68,387
Cooper Cos., Inc. (The)    115,000      48,178
DENTSPLY SIRONA, Inc.  1,350,000      75,316
Humana, Inc.    180,000      83,495
        275,376
       
 
  Shares   Value
       
Industrials—23.3%    
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. Class A    825,000   $   69,952
Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd.    700,000      50,358
Fortive Corp.    970,000      74,001
Hubbell, Inc.    300,000      62,481
Ingersoll Rand, Inc.  1,150,000      71,151
ITT, Inc.    565,000      57,737
Parker-Hannifin Corp.    235,000      74,758
Quanta Services, Inc.    585,000      67,076
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.    350,000      66,017
Vertiv Holdings Co.  5,100,000     127,347
Woodward, Inc.    865,000      94,683
Zurn Water Solutions Corp.  1,200,000      43,680
        859,241
       
 
Information Technology—14.7%    
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Class A    725,000      69,035
Global Payments, Inc.    950,000     128,421
Marvell Technology, Inc.    320,000      27,997
MKS Instruments, Inc.    625,000     108,856
Motorola Solutions, Inc.    270,000      73,359
NXP Semiconductors N.V.    375,000      85,417
Teradyne, Inc.    310,000      50,694
        543,779
       
 
Materials—7.6%    
Ashland Global Holdings, Inc.    715,000      76,977
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.    170,000      74,888
PPG Industries, Inc.    740,000     127,606
        279,471
       
 
Real Estate—6.4%    
American Homes 4 Rent Class A  2,100,000      91,581
Americold Realty Trust  2,850,000      93,451
SBA Communications, Corp. Class A    135,000      52,518
        237,550
       
 
  Shares   Value
       
Utilities—5.5%    
Ameren Corp.    765,000   $    68,093
CenterPoint Energy, Inc.  2,350,000      65,588
Xcel Energy, Inc.  1,000,000      67,700
        201,381
 
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $3,219,579)
  3,647,603
 
Total Long-Term Investments—98.9%
(Identified Cost $3,219,579)
  3,647,603
       
 
       
 
Short-Term Investment—1.4%
Money Market Mutual Fund—1.4%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(1) 51,513,820      51,514
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $51,514)
     51,514
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.3%
(Identified Cost $3,271,093)
  $3,699,117
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.3)%      (9,318)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $3,689,799
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 91%
Ireland 3
Netherlands 2
United Kingdom 2
Canada 2
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $3,647,603   $3,647,603
Money Market Mutual Fund 51,514   51,514
Total Investments $3,699,117   $3,699,117
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
24


Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—99.8%
Communication Services—3.6%    
Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc.   106,034   $  7,760
Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc. (The)    98,809     3,700
Scholastic Corp.   137,384     5,490
       16,950
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—7.4%    
Carter’s, Inc.    73,339     7,423
Gentex Corp.   147,741     5,149
Leggett & Platt, Inc.   148,335     6,106
Penske Automotive Group, Inc.    31,990     3,430
Steven Madden Ltd.    57,716     2,682
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.    90,127     4,239
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc.    61,263     5,492
       34,521
       
 
Consumer Staples—6.1%    
Calavo Growers, Inc.   129,432     5,488
Casey’s General Stores, Inc.    15,551     3,069
Edgewell Personal Care Co.   152,049     6,950
Energizer Holdings, Inc.   206,711     8,289
PriceSmart, Inc.    25,981     1,901
Reynolds Consumer Products, Inc.    81,977     2,574
       28,271
       
 
Energy—5.1%    
Ovintiv, Inc.   522,394    17,605
World Fuel Services Corp.   221,941     5,875
       23,480
       
 
Financials—25.7%    
American Financial Group, Inc.    33,842     4,647
Ameris Bancorp    86,556     4,300
AMERISAFE, Inc.    41,546     2,237
Bank of Hawaii Corp.    57,792     4,841
Cathay General Bancorp   134,402     5,778
Evercore, Inc. Class A    90,600    12,308
First Citizens BancShares, Inc. Class A    20,379    16,911
First Hawaiian, Inc.   236,934     6,475
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. Class A   174,422     7,094
  Shares   Value
       
Financials—continued    
Horace Mann Educators Corp.   112,126   $  4,339
Jefferies Financial Group, Inc.   298,407    11,578
Kemper Corp.   227,551    13,378
Lazard, Ltd. Class A   142,368     6,212
SLM Corp.   781,049    15,363
SouthState Corp.     8,397       673
Zions Bancorp NA    59,045     3,729
      119,863
       
 
Health Care—6.1%    
Bruker Corp.    37,540     3,150
Owens & Minor, Inc.   354,953    15,440
Patterson Cos., Inc.   332,765     9,767
       28,357
       
 
Industrials—19.6%    
Air Lease Corp. Class A   114,471     5,063
Barnes Group, Inc.   135,242     6,301
EMCOR Group, Inc.   102,656    13,077
EnerSys   114,728     9,070
EnPro Industries, Inc.    37,557     4,134
ITT, Inc.    44,483     4,546
KBR, Inc.   143,423     6,830
ManpowerGroup, Inc.    43,332     4,217
MillerKnoll, Inc.   181,582     7,116
nVent Electric plc   285,594    10,853
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Inc.    16,395     1,004
Stantec, Inc.   266,501    14,991
Tennant Co.    23,533     1,907
Vertiv Holdings Co.    90,599     2,262
       91,371
       
 
Information Technology—12.9%    
Azenta, Inc.   133,642    13,780
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Class A    40,937     3,898
Littelfuse, Inc.    25,808     8,121
MKS Instruments, Inc.    58,158    10,129
National Instruments Corp.   147,855     6,457
Power Integrations, Inc.   188,493    17,509
       59,894
       
 
Materials—10.5%    
AptarGroup, Inc.   127,513    15,618
Ashland Global Holdings, Inc.   113,846    12,257
Minerals Technologies, Inc.    79,573     5,821
Pan American Silver Corp.    50,163     1,252
  Shares   Value
       
Materials—continued    
RPM International, Inc.   138,250   $  13,963
       48,911
       
 
Real Estate—2.8%    
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc.    57,812     1,451
Americold Realty Trust   115,716     3,794
Lamar Advertising Co. Class A    27,036     3,279
Physicians Realty Trust   245,283     4,619
       13,143
 
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $347,969)
  464,761
 
Total Long-Term Investments—99.8%
(Identified Cost $347,969)
  464,761
 
Short-Term Investment—0.5%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.5%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(1) 2,291,227     2,291
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $2,291)
    2,291
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.3%
(Identified Cost $350,260)
  $467,052
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.3)%    (1,196)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $465,856
    
Abbreviation:
NA National Association
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 95%
Canada 4
Bermuda 1
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
See Notes to Financial Statements
25


Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $464,761   $464,761
Money Market Mutual Fund 2,291   2,291
Total Investments $467,052   $467,052
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
26


SGA International Growth Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Preferred Stock—2.3%
Germany—2.3%    
Sartorius AG, 0.140%     1,646   $  1,116
Total Preferred Stock
(Identified Cost $702)
   1,116
       
 
       
 
Common Stocks—97.5%
Brazil—5.7%    
MercadoLibre, Inc.(1)     1,071    1,444
XP, Inc. Class A(1)    45,875    1,319
       2,763
       
 
China—6.5%    
Shandong Weigao Group Medical Polymer Co., Ltd. Class H 1,393,914    1,739
Yum China Holdings, Inc.    28,381    1,415
       3,154
       
 
Denmark—3.6%    
Novo Nordisk A.S. Sponsored ADR    15,792    1,769
France—6.5%    
Dassault Systemes SE    24,776    1,475
L’Oreal S.A.     3,602    1,710
       3,185
       
 
Germany—6.6%    
adidas AG     4,825    1,391
SAP SE Sponsored ADR    12,859    1,802
       3,193
       
 
Hong Kong—4.7%    
AIA Group Ltd.   226,790    2,286
India—10.6%    
Asian Paints Ltd.    23,928    1,089
HDFC Bank Ltd. ADR    29,267    1,904
Infosys Ltd. Sponsored ADR    65,997    1,670
One 97 Communications Ltd.(1)    27,444      493
       5,156
       
 
Ireland—6.1%    
ICON plc ADR(1)     5,503    1,705
Medtronic plc    12,298    1,272
       2,977
       
 
Japan—5.3%    
Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd.    23,739    1,439
  Shares   Value
       
Japan—continued    
Sysmex Corp.     8,593   $  1,161
       2,600
       
 
Mexico—6.3%    
Fomento Economico Mexicano SAB de C.V. Sponsored ADR    18,002    1,399
Wal-Mart de Mexico SAB de C.V.   447,075    1,664
       3,063
       
 
Netherlands—6.9%    
Adyen NV(1)       523    1,377
Heineken N.V.    17,479    1,967
       3,344
       
 
Switzerland—9.8%    
Alcon, Inc.(2)    19,545    1,703
Nestle S.A. Registered Shares    10,047    1,405
Temenos AG Registered Shares    12,152    1,681
       4,789
       
 
Thailand—2.5%    
CP ALL PCL   692,047    1,222
United Kingdom—12.3%    
Aon plc Class A     8,035    2,415
Diageo plc    28,456    1,554
Linde plc     5,848    2,026
       5,995
       
 
United States—4.1%    
STERIS plc     8,090    1,969
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $35,169)
  47,465
 
Total Long-Term Investments—99.8%
(Identified Cost $35,871)
  48,581
 
Short-Term Investment—0.1%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.1%    
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3)    19,108       19
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $19)
      19
       
 
       
 
  Shares   Value
       
       
Securities Lending Collateral—3.5%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3)(4) 1,722,378   $  1,722
Total Securities Lending Collateral—3.5%
(Identified Cost $1,722)
   1,722
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—103.4%
(Identified Cost $37,612)
  $50,322
Other assets and liabilities, net—(3.4)%   (1,642)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $48,680
    
Abbreviation:
ADR American Depositary Receipt
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Non-income producing.
(2) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(4) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United Kingdom 12%
India 10
Switzerland 10
Germany 9
United States 7
Netherlands 7
France 6
Other 39
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
See Notes to Financial Statements
27


SGA International Growth Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $47,465   $47,465
Preferred Stock 1,116   1,116
Securities Lending Collateral 1,722   1,722
Money Market Mutual Fund 19   19
Total Investments $50,322   $50,322
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
28


Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—100.0%
Communication Services—14.0%    
Alphabet, Inc. Class A(1)   2,029   $  5,878
Alphabet, Inc. Class C(1)   2,096     6,065
Meta Platforms, Inc. Class A(1)  16,170     5,439
Netflix, Inc.(1)   1,727     1,040
Snap, Inc. Class A(1)   8,865       417
Walt Disney Co. (The)(1)   3,810       590
       19,429
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—13.7%    
Amazon.com, Inc.(1)   2,957     9,860
Booking Holdings, Inc.(1)     525     1,260
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. Class A(1)     620     1,084
DraftKings, Inc. Class A(1)  26,900       739
Las Vegas Sands Corp.(1)  19,100       719
O’Reilly Automotive, Inc.(1)   3,467     2,448
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.(1)  11,802       908
TJX Cos., Inc. (The)  26,231     1,991
       19,009
       
 
Consumer Staples—4.5%    
Colgate-Palmolive Co.   6,474       552
Costco Wholesale Corp.   6,008     3,411
Estee Lauder Cos., Inc. (The) Class A   6,326     2,342
        6,305
       
 
Financials—2.6%    
American Express Co.   7,241     1,185
Coinbase Global, Inc. Class A(1)   1,985       501
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)   1,893       724
S&P Global, Inc.   1,536       725
Silvergate Capital Corp. Class A(1)   3,625       537
        3,672
       
 
Health Care—11.9%    
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.  15,681       978
Dexcom, Inc.(1)   2,928     1,572
Edwards Lifesciences Corp.(1)  16,186     2,097
Eli Lilly & Co.   9,704     2,680
Exact Sciences Corp.(1)   7,973       620
Insulet Corp.(1)   1,776       473
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.(1)   4,344     1,561
Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.(1)   1,054     1,789
  Shares   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
Natera, Inc.(1)   7,417   $     693
Teladoc Health, Inc.(1)   4,537       417
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.   1,535     1,024
UnitedHealth Group, Inc.   5,390     2,706
       16,610
       
 
Industrials—4.9%    
Boeing Co. (The)(1)   8,641     1,740
Deere & Co.   4,449     1,526
Emerson Electric Co.   7,069       657
Fair Isaac Corp.(1)   1,193       517
Honeywell International, Inc.   2,059       429
IHS Markit Ltd.   9,671     1,285
Roper Technologies, Inc.   1,276       628
        6,782
       
 
Information Technology—47.5%    
Apple, Inc.  97,365    17,289
Applied Materials, Inc.  15,439     2,429
Autodesk, Inc.(1)   6,214     1,747
Avalara, Inc.(1)   5,246       677
DocuSign, Inc.(1)   2,546       388
Five9, Inc.(1)   4,064       558
Mastercard, Inc. Class A   7,268     2,612
Microsoft Corp.  50,092    16,847
NVIDIA Corp.  25,183     7,407
Paycom Software, Inc.(1)   2,053       852
PayPal Holdings, Inc.(1)  10,695     2,017
QUALCOMM, Inc.  16,784     3,069
salesforce.com, Inc.(1)   6,862     1,744
SentinelOne, Inc. Class A(1)(2)  15,483       782
Twilio, Inc. Class A(1)   3,430       903
Universal Display Corp.   3,463       572
Visa, Inc. Class A  20,783     4,504
Workday, Inc. Class A(1)   6,115     1,670
       66,067
       
 
Materials—0.9%    
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.   1,966       598
Vulcan Materials Co.   2,983       620
        1,218
 
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $46,153)
  139,092
 
Total Long-Term Investments—100.0%
(Identified Cost $46,153)
  139,092
 
 
  Shares   Value
       
       
Short-Term Investment—0.1%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.1%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 131,038   $     131
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $131)
      131
 
Securities Lending Collateral—0.5%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3)(4) 772,326       772
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $772)
      772
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.6%
(Identified Cost $47,056)
  $139,995
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.6)%      (874)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $139,121
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Non-income producing.
(2) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(4) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
See Notes to Financial Statements
29


Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $139,092   $139,092
Securities Lending Collateral 772   772
Money Market Mutual Fund 131   131
Total Investments $139,995   $139,995
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
30


Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—99.2%
Communication Services—1.5%    
Magnite, Inc.(1)  11,104   $   194
WideOpenWest, Inc.(1)  11,283      243
         437
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—15.3%    
Bally’s Corp.(1)   4,880      186
CarParts.com, Inc.(1)   9,652      108
Children’s Place, Inc. (The)(1)   1,514      120
Churchill Downs, Inc.   1,950      470
Dine Brands Global, Inc.   3,794      288
Five Below, Inc.(1)   2,539      525
Lithia Motors, Inc.   1,121      333
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.(1)   6,113      452
Papa John’s International, Inc.   1,898      253
Planet Fitness, Inc. Class A(1)   3,152      285
RH (1)     621      333
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. Class A   4,948      442
Wingstop, Inc.   3,510      607
       4,402
       
 
Consumer Staples—1.5%    
WD-40 Co.   1,747      427
Financials—6.5%    
Ares Management Corp. Class A   5,022      408
Customers Bancorp, Inc.(1)   6,031      395
First Financial Bankshares, Inc.   4,979      253
Goosehead Insurance, Inc. Class A   2,858      372
NMI Holdings, Inc. Class A(1)   6,141      134
RLI Corp.   2,856      320
       1,882
       
 
Health Care—25.4%    
Akero Therapeutics, Inc.(1)   4,212       89
Amicus Therapeutics, Inc.(1)  15,191      175
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1)   2,807      186
Bridgebio Pharma, Inc.(1)(2)   2,581       43
Cara Therapeutics, Inc.(1)   9,092      111
Chemed Corp.   1,493      790
Editas Medicine, Inc.(1)   2,858       76
Fate Therapeutics, Inc.(1)   3,975      233
Insmed, Inc.(1)   7,341      200
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.(1)   3,343      769
Insulet Corp.(1)   2,062      549
LHC Group, Inc.(1)   2,100      288
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(1)   1,213      103
Natera, Inc.(1)   8,920      833
Nkarta, Inc.(1)   3,423       52
Novocure Ltd.(1)   3,560      267
  Shares   Value
       
Health Care—continued    
Outset Medical, Inc.(1)   3,597   $   166
Penumbra, Inc.(1)   1,072      308
Phreesia, Inc.(1)   9,613      400
REGENXBIO, Inc.(1)   3,732      122
Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc.(1)   4,028      363
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.(1)   6,011      905
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, Inc.(1)   3,362      283
       7,311
       
 
Industrials—17.1%    
Casella Waste Systems, Inc. Class A(1)   9,413      804
Chart Industries, Inc.(1)   3,467      553
Helios Technologies, Inc.     725       76
Herc Holdings, Inc.   3,646      571
IAA, Inc.(1)   3,592      182
MSA Safety, Inc.   2,224      336
Regal Rexnord Corp.   1,835      312
Saia, Inc.(1)   2,690      906
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.   4,264      593
Timken Co. (The)   3,421      237
Vicor Corp.(1)   1,407      179
Zurn Water Solutions Corp.   4,537      165
       4,914
       
 
Information Technology—26.5%    
Agilysys, Inc.(1)   6,790      302
Azenta, Inc.   3,544      365
Bill.com Holdings, Inc.(1)   1,245      310
Blackline, Inc.(1)   2,820      292
Coupa Software, Inc.(1)   1,732      274
DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc.(1)   2,208      177
Five9, Inc.(1)   8,545    1,173
FormFactor, Inc.(1)  11,597      530
KnowBe4, Inc. Class A(1)   9,510      218
Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc.   2,497      151
Lattice Semiconductor Corp.(1)   4,400      339
Onto Innovation, Inc.(1)   2,487      252
Power Integrations, Inc.     985       92
Q2 Holdings, Inc.(1)  12,752    1,013
SPS Commerce, Inc.(1)   1,895      270
Teledyne Technologies, Inc.(1)   2,525    1,103
Tenable Holdings, Inc.(1)   7,164      395
Varonis Systems, Inc.(1)   7,154      349
       7,605
       
 
Materials—3.6%    
Balchem Corp.   5,216      879
Quaker Chemical Corp.     635      147
       1,026
       
 
  Shares   Value
       
Real Estate—1.8%    
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc.  11,069   $    319
Gladstone Land Corp.   2,300       78
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc.   5,945      115
         512
 
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $15,305)
  28,516
 
Total Long-Term Investments—99.2%
(Identified Cost $15,305)
  28,516
 
Short-Term Investment—0.8%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.8%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3) 217,430      217
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $217)
     217
 
Securities Lending Collateral—0.1%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(3)(4)  37,935       38
Total Securities Lending Collateral
(Identified Cost $38)
      38
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.1%
(Identified Cost $15,560)
  $28,771
Other assets and liabilities, net—(0.1)%      (32)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $28,739
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Non-income producing.
(2) All or a portion of security is on loan.
(3) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
(4) Represents security purchased with cash collateral received for securities on loan.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $28,516   $28,516
Securities Lending Collateral 38   38
Money Market Mutual Fund 217   217
Total Investments $28,771   $28,771
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Shares   Value
Common Stocks—100.9%
Communication Services—9.2%    
fuboTV, Inc.(1)   763,800   $   11,854
Netflix, Inc.(1)    58,275      35,107
Sea Ltd. ADR(1)    84,725      18,954
Snap, Inc. Class A(1)   752,300      35,381
        101,296
       
 
Consumer Discretionary—27.1%    
Airbnb, Inc. Class A(1)   204,025      33,968
Amazon.com, Inc.(1)    13,185      43,963
Chewy, Inc. Class A(1)   274,400      16,182
Global-e Online Ltd.(1)   342,000      21,680
MercadoLibre, Inc.(1)    43,060      58,062
Tesla, Inc.(1)   119,150     125,915
        299,770
       
 
Financials—4.4%    
Coinbase Global, Inc. Class A(1)    62,925      15,880
Silvergate Capital Corp. Class A(1)   224,250      33,234
         49,114
       
 
Health Care—10.2%    
Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp.(1)   199,200       5,590
Castle Biosciences, Inc.(1)   120,450       5,164
Exact Sciences Corp.(1)   450,000      35,023
GoodRx Holdings, Inc. Class A(1)   386,000      12,614
Seagen, Inc.(1)    67,250      10,397
Teladoc Health, Inc.(1)   307,100      28,198
Veeva Systems, Inc. Class A(1)    64,375      16,446
        113,432
       
 
Industrials—3.3%    
Axon Enterprise, Inc.(1)    35,400       5,558
Uber Technologies, Inc.(1)   740,000      31,028
         36,586
       
 
Information Technology—44.4%    
Bill.com Holdings, Inc.(1)    60,525      15,080
Block, Inc. Class A(1)   168,300      27,182
Crowdstrike Holdings, Inc. Class A(1)    80,850      16,554
  Shares   Value
       
Information Technology—continued    
DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc.(1)   163,850   $     5,453
NVIDIA Corp.   256,925      75,564
Okta, Inc. Class A(1)   185,750      41,639
ServiceNow, Inc.(1)    34,250      22,232
Shopify, Inc. Class A(1)    54,800      75,481
Snowflake, Inc. Class A(1)   115,100      38,990
Sprout Social, Inc. Class A(1)   313,450      28,427
Trade Desk, Inc. (The) Class A(1)   845,540      77,485
Twilio, Inc. Class A(1)    87,700      23,095
Unity Software, Inc.(1)   200,200      28,627
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. Class A(1)    85,725      15,766
        491,575
       
 
Real Estate—2.3%    
Zillow Group, Inc. Class C(1)   400,000      25,540
Total Common Stocks
(Identified Cost $738,654)
  1,117,313
 
Total Long-Term Investments—100.9%
(Identified Cost $738,654)
  1,117,313
 
Short-Term Investment—0.3%
Money Market Mutual Fund—0.3%
Dreyfus Government Cash Management Fund - Institutional Shares (seven-day effective yield 0.030%)(2) 2,824,916       2,825
Total Short-Term Investment
(Identified Cost $2,825)
      2,825
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—101.2%
(Identified Cost $741,479)
  $1,120,138
Other assets and liabilities, net—(1.2)%     (13,167)
NET ASSETS—100.0%   $1,106,971
Abbreviation:
ADR American Depositary Receipt
    
Footnote Legend:
(1) Non-income producing.
(2) Shares of this fund are publicly offered, and its prospectus and annual report are publicly available.
    
Country Weightings (Unaudited)
United States 84%
Canada 7
Argentina 5
Israel 2
Singapore 2
Total 100%
% of total investments as of December 31, 2021.
For information regarding the abbreviations, see the Key Investment Terms starting on page 4.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
The following table summarizes the market value of the Fund’s investments as of December 31, 2021, based on the inputs used to value them (See Security Valuation Note 2A in the Notes to Financial Statements):
  Total
Value at
December 31, 2021
  Level 1
Quoted Prices
Assets:      
Equity Securities:      
Common Stocks $1,117,313   $1,117,313
Money Market Mutual Fund 2,825   2,825
Total Investments $1,120,138   $1,120,138
There were no securities valued using significant observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) at December 31, 2021.
There were no transfers into or out of Level 3 related to securities held at December 31, 2021.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund   SGA International Growth Fund
Assets              
Investment in securities at value(1)(2)

$ 1,267,802   $ 3,699,117   $ 467,052   $ 50,322
Cash

1,000   2,000   100   52
Receivables              
Fund shares sold

534   1,694   3,375   36
Dividends

935   2,688   259   8
Tax reclaims

    15   107
Securities lending income

  7     (a)
Prepaid expenses

45   79   34   16
Other assets

109   318   40   4
Total assets

1,270,425   3,705,903   470,875   50,545
Liabilities              
Payables              
Fund shares repurchased

22,079   12,200   1,414   29
Investment securities purchased

9,364     2,974  
Foreign capital gains tax

      38
Collateral on securities loaned

      1,722
Investment advisory fees

626   2,087   318   20
Distribution and service fees

45   81   12   1
Administration and accounting fees

103   301   38   5
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

351   909   171   11
Professional fees

26   43   27   30
Trustee deferred compensation plan

109   318   40   4
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

4   10   1   (a)
Other accrued expenses

61   155   24   5
Total liabilities

32,768   16,104   5,019   1,865
Net Assets

$ 1,237,657   $ 3,689,799   $ 465,856   $ 48,680
Net Assets Consist of:              
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 983,441   $ 3,100,277   $ 340,481   $ 34,318
Accumulated earnings (loss)

254,216   589,522   125,375   14,362
Net Assets

$ 1,237,657   $ 3,689,799   $ 465,856   $ 48,680
Net Assets:              
Class A

$ 195,762   $ 280,185   $ 53,388   $ 7,129
Class C

$ 3,294   $ 26,690   $ 987   $
Class I

$ 632,220   $ 2,383,753   $ 282,308   $ 39,493
Class R6

$ 406,381   $ 999,171   $ 129,173   $ 2,058
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):              
Class A

15,616,725   21,327,653   5,406,212   682,416
Class C

275,658   2,113,907   117,810  
Class I

49,421,972   177,695,248   26,939,319   3,657,477
Class R6

31,361,441   74,129,720   12,322,963   189,377
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*              
Class A

$ 12.54   $ 13.14   $ 9.88   $ 10.45
Class C

$ 11.95   $ 12.63   $ 8.38   $
Class I

$ 12.79   $ 13.41   $ 10.48   $ 10.80
Class R6

$ 12.96   $ 13.48   $ 10.48   $ 10.87
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund   SGA International Growth Fund
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):              
Class A

$ 13.27   $ 13.90   $ 10.46   $ 11.06
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

5.50%   5.50%   5.50%   5.50%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 1,037,348   $ 3,271,093   $ 350,260   $ 37,612
(2) Market value of securities on loan

$   $   $   $ 1,669
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Reported in thousands except shares and per share amounts)
  Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
Assets          
Investment in securities at value(1)(2)

$ 139,995   $ 28,771   $ 1,120,138
Cash

100   50   200
Receivables          
Investment securities sold

1,780     8,703
Fund shares sold

3   3   2,936
Dividends

11   11   (a)
Securities lending income

(a)   (a)  
Prepaid expenses

14   9   63
Other assets

12   3   101
Total assets

141,915   28,847   1,132,141
Liabilities          
Payables          
Fund shares repurchased

79   14   24,009
Investment securities purchased

1,753    
Collateral on securities loaned

772   38  
Investment advisory fees

79   11   567
Distribution and service fees

26   3   59
Administration and accounting fees

12   3   96
Transfer agent and sub-transfer agent fees and expenses

27   9   246
Professional fees

23   22   25
Trustee deferred compensation plan

12   3   101
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

(a)   (a)   6
Other accrued expenses

11   5   61
Total liabilities

2,794   108   25,170
Net Assets

$ 139,121   $ 28,739   $ 1,106,971
Net Assets Consist of:          
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest

$ 43,368   $ 14,829   $ 722,451
Accumulated earnings (loss)

95,753   13,910   384,520
Net Assets

$ 139,121   $ 28,739   $ 1,106,971
Net Assets:          
Class A

$ 123,191   $ 12,233   $ 266,661
Class I

$ 13,693   $ 16,506   $ 823,212
Class R6

$ 2,237   $   $ 17,098
Shares Outstanding(unlimited number of shares authorized, no par value):          
Class A

17,310,202   1,613,318   4,756,252
Class I

1,158,631   1,531,938   13,708,597
Class R6

186,715     284,401
Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share:*          
Class A

$ 7.12   $ 7.58   $ 56.07
Class I

$ 11.82   $ 10.77   $ 60.05
Class R6

$ 11.98   $   $ 60.12
Maximum Offering Price Per Share (NAV/(1-Maximum Sales Charge)):          
Class A

$ 7.53   $ 8.02   $ 59.33
Maximum Sales Charge - Class A

5.50%   5.50%   5.50%
(1) Investment in securities at cost

$ 47,056   $ 15,560   $ 741,479
(2) Market value of securities on loan

$ 729   $ 42   $
    
(a) Amount is less than $500.
* Net Asset Value and Redemption Price Per Share are calculated using unrounded net assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund   SGA International Growth Fund
Investment Income              
Dividends

$ 23,843   $ 47,252   $ 9,316   $ 518
Securities lending, net of fees

113   298     2
Foreign taxes withheld

(49)   (228)   (47)   (42)
Total investment income

23,907   47,322   9,269   478
Expenses              
Investment advisory fees

8,961   24,523   4,265   439
Distribution and service fees, Class A

503   718   142   18
Distribution and service fees, Class C

39   283   14  
Administration and accounting fees

1,324   3,498   502   58
Transfer agent fees and expenses

554   1,465   208   22
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

303   500   102   8
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class C

3   33   2  
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

1,068   3,307   559   44
Custodian fees

3   8   2   1
Printing fees and expenses

52   180   30   7
Professional fees

36   61   29   35
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

12   24   3   (1)
Registration fees

77   109   57   33
Trustees’ fees and expenses

70   178   25   3
Miscellaneous expenses

78   193   30   13
Total expenses

13,083   35,080   5,970   681
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(774)   (618)   (240)   (112)
Less low balance account fees

(1)   (1)   (1)  
Net expenses

12,309   34,462   5,730   569
Net investment income (loss)

11,598   12,860   3,539   (91)
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments              
Net realized gain (loss) from:              
Investments

305,956   1,085,349   108,652   4,855
Foreign currency transactions

    1   4
Foreign capital gains tax

      (8)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:              
Investments

(16,262)   (208,495)   9,236   (577)
Foreign currency transactions

  1   (1)   (4)
Foreign capital gains tax

      25
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

289,694   876,855   117,889   4,295
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$301,292   $ 889,715   $121,428   $4,204
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 3D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued)
YEAR ENDED December 31, 2021
($ reported in thousands)
  Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
Investment Income          
Dividends

$ 644   $ 95   $ 206
Securities lending, net of fees

1   1  
Total investment income

645   96   206
Expenses          
Investment advisory fees

930   301   10,554
Distribution and service fees, Class A

293   36   850
Administration and accounting fees

138   43   1,366
Transfer agent fees and expenses

58   17   575
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class A

87   12   425
Sub-transfer agent fees and expenses, Class I

22   38   1,153
Custodian fees

1   (1)   3
Printing fees and expenses

9   5   81
Professional fees

23   22   48
Interest expense and/or commitment fees

1   (1)   23
Registration fees

32   23   201
Trustees’ fees and expenses

7   2   74
Miscellaneous expenses

18   11   92
Total expenses

1,619   510   15,445
Less net expenses reimbursed and/or waived by investment adviser(2)

(25)   (85)   (757)
Less low balance account fees

(1)   (1)   (1)
Net expenses

1,594   425   14,688
Net investment income (loss)

(949)   (329)   (14,482)
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments          
Net realized gain (loss) from:          
Investments

12,346   4,381   21,324
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:          
Investments

16,724   (5,258)   (188,001)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments

29,070   (877)   (166,677)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

$28,121   $(1,206)   $(181,159)
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
(2) See Note 3D in Notes to Financial Statements.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
($ reported in thousands)
  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 11,598   $ 14,646   $ 12,860   $ 28,571
Net realized gain (loss)

305,956   29,245   1,085,349   (340,054)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(16,262)   (14,612)   (208,494)   206,586
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

301,292   29,279   889,715   (104,897)
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(49,310)   (10,415)   (44,227)   (8,109)
Class C

(920)   (308)   (4,352)   (817)
Class I

(156,088)   (33,878)   (375,197)   (56,746)
Class R6

(106,874)   (23,159)   (160,224)   (20,907)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(313,192)   (67,760)   (584,000)   (86,579)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 5):              
Class A

15,199   (13,875)   (29,691)   (59,181)
Class C

(1,117)   (526)   (7,555)   (10,647)
Class I

51,759   (54,001)   43,152   (200,396)
Class R6

(112,205)   117,594   155,700   (13,964)
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(46,364)   49,192   161,606   (284,188)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(58,264)   10,711   467,321   (475,664)
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

1,295,921   1,285,210   3,222,478   3,698,142
End of Period

$ 1,237,657   $ 1,295,921   $ 3,689,799   $ 3,222,478
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund   SGA International Growth Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ 3,539   $ 2,479   $ (91)   $ (68)
Net realized gain (loss)

108,653   (28,331)   4,851   2,028
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

9,236   22,562   (556)   5,579
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

121,428   (3,290)   4,204   7,539
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(8,722)   (676)   (537)   (1,242)
Class C

(182)   (36)    
Class I

(43,468)   (5,048)   (2,979)   (6,531)
Class R6

(19,930)   (887)   (142)   (119)
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(72,302)   (6,647)   (3,658)   (7,892)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 5):              
Class A

(6,357)   (13,082)   157   456
Class C

(1,655)   (2,553)    
Class I

(87,916)   (109,636)   (1,271)   5,075
Class R6

32,912   61,568   1,251   754
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(63,016)   (63,703)   137   6,285
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(13,890)   (73,640)   683   5,932
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

479,746   553,386   47,997   42,065
End of Period

$ 465,856   $ 479,746   $ 48,680   $ 47,997
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations              
Net investment income (loss)

$ (949)   $ (509)   $ (329)   $ (229)
Net realized gain (loss)

12,346   16,501   4,381   497
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

16,724   18,957   (5,258)   10,184
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

28,121   34,949   (1,206)   10,452
Dividends and Distributions to Shareholders              
Net Investment Income and Net Realized Gains:              
Class A

(14,298)   (11,918)   (1,953)   (279)
Class I

(1,065)   (1,077)   (1,920)   (321)
Class R6

(103)   (22)    
Total dividends and distributions to shareholders

(15,466)   (13,017)   (3,873)   (600)
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 5):              
Class A

1,795   (127)   (9)   (637)
Class I

(3,487)   (4,051)   (4,322)   (979)
Class R6

1,833   130    
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

141   (4,048)   (4,331)   (1,616)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

12,796   17,884   (9,410)   8,236
Net Assets              
Beginning of period

126,325   108,441   38,149   29,913
End of Period

$ 139,121   $ 126,325   $ 28,739   $ 38,149
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Continued)
($ reported in thousands)
  Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
  Year Ended
December 31,
2021
  Year Ended
December 31,
2020
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations      
Net investment income (loss)

$ (14,482)   $ (6,327)
Net realized gain (loss)

21,324   3,286
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)

(188,001)   516,552
Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations

(181,159)   513,511
Change in Net Assets from Capital Transactions (See Note 5):      
Class A

(26,232)   163,432
Class I

(76,685)   559,458
Class R6

17,755   100
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital transactions

(85,162)   722,990
Net increase (decrease) in net assets

(266,321)   1,236,501
Net Assets      
Beginning of period

1,373,292   136,791
End of Period

$ 1,106,971   $ 1,373,292
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                 
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $13.29  0.08  3.15  3.23  (0.10)  (3.88)  (3.98)  (0.75)  $12.54  25.24 %  $ 195,762  1.24 %  (6)(7) 1.24 %  0.55 %  159 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   13.70  0.13  0.21  0.34  (0.14)  (0.61)  (0.75)  (0.41)  13.29  3.47   185,257  1.24   1.27   1.07   193  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.21  0.13  3.30  3.43  (0.17)  (0.77)  (0.94)  2.49  13.70  30.56   206,528  1.24   1.29   1.04   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   16.20  0.18  (1.81)  (1.63)  (0.24)  (3.12)  (3.36)  (4.99)  11.21  (10.63)   223,853  1.24   1.27   1.16   128  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   16.98  0.13  1.84  1.97  (0.20)  (2.55)  (2.75)  (0.78)  16.20  12.14   323,202  1.24   1.30   1.04   54  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   14.60  0.23  2.43  2.66  (0.22)  (0.06)  (0.28)  2.38  16.98  18.31   335,256  1.25   1.36   1.45   77  
Class C                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.82  0.01  3.02  3.03  (0.02)  (3.88)  (3.90)  (0.87)  $11.95  24.57 %  $ 3,294  1.72 %  1.92 %  0.06 %  159 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   13.26  0.07  0.19  0.26  (0.09)  (0.61)  (0.70)  (0.44)  12.82  2.98   4,486  1.72   1.94   0.61   193  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.86  0.06  3.20  3.26  (0.09)  (0.77)  (0.86)  2.40  13.26  30.00   5,531  1.72   1.94   0.51   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   15.78  0.11  (1.77)  (1.66)  (0.14)  (3.12)  (3.26)  (4.92)  10.86  (11.09)   14,625  1.72   1.92   0.69   128  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   16.59  0.08  1.78  1.86  (0.12)  (2.55)  (2.67)  (0.81)  15.78  11.76   17,744  1.68   1.86   0.61   54  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   14.28  0.15  2.37  2.52  (0.15)  (0.06)  (0.21)  2.31  16.59  17.70   18,590  1.72   1.72   0.98   77  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $13.50  0.12  3.20  3.32  (0.15)  (3.88)  (4.03)  (0.71)  $12.79  25.48 %  $ 632,220  0.97 %  1.00 %  0.82 %  159 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   13.88  0.16  0.22  0.38  (0.15)  (0.61)  (0.76)  (0.38)  13.50  3.76   594,834  0.97   1.03   1.33   193  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.34  0.17  3.34  3.51  (0.20)  (0.77)  (0.97)  2.54  13.88  30.94   668,846  0.97   1.04   1.30   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   16.35  0.23  (1.84)  (1.61)  (0.28)  (3.12)  (3.40)  (5.01)  11.34  (10.39)   799,262  0.97   1.02   1.43   128  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   17.11  0.17  1.86  2.03  (0.24)  (2.55)  (2.79)  (0.76)  16.35  12.42   1,300,385  0.97   1.05   1.31   54  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   14.71  0.28  2.45  2.73  (0.27)  (0.06)  (0.33)  2.40  17.11  18.63   1,432,996  0.97   1.09   1.73   77  
Class R6*                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $13.61  0.16  3.23  3.39  (0.16)  (3.88)  (4.04)  (0.65)  $12.96  25.85 %  $ 406,381  0.72 %  0.83 %  1.05 %  159 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   13.96  0.19  0.23  0.42  (0.16)  (0.61)  (0.77)  (0.35)  13.61  4.03   511,344  0.72   0.86   1.57   193  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.39  0.21  3.36  3.57  (0.23)  (0.77)  (1.00)  2.57  13.96  31.33   404,305  0.72   0.85   1.55   118  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   16.41  0.27  (1.85)  (1.58)  (0.32)  (3.12)  (3.44)  (5.02)  11.39  (10.22)   272,596  0.72   0.83   1.69   128  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   17.18  0.21  1.85  2.06  (0.28)  (2.55)  (2.83)  (0.77)  16.41  12.60   336,516  0.72   0.80   1.57   54  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   14.77  0.32  2.46  2.78  (0.31)  (0.06)  (0.37)  2.41  17.18  18.92   322,129  0.72   0.72   1.98   77  
                                 
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.15  0.01  3.42  3.43  —  (2.44)  (2.44)  0.99  $13.14  28.73 %  $ 280,185  1.28 %  (7) 1.28 %  0.05 %  157 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.69  0.07  (0.31)  (0.24)  (0.09)  (0.21)  (0.30)  (0.54)  12.15  (1.52)   282,186  1.31   (7) 1.31   0.66   179  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.11  0.09  3.21  3.30  (0.10)  (0.62)  (0.72)  2.58  12.69  32.63   362,322  1.34   (6)(7) 1.30   0.73   121  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   12.50  0.07  (1.02)  (0.95)  (0.09)  (1.35)  (1.44)  (2.39)  10.11  (8.08)   271,620  1.38   (6) 1.31   0.55   109  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   14.33  0.08  0.69  0.77  (0.08)  (2.52)  (2.60)  (1.83)  12.50  5.87   320,717  1.38   1.37   (9) 0.75   (9) 82  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.22  0.11  2.63  2.74  (0.13)  (0.50)  (0.63)  2.11  14.33  22.69   369,102  1.39   1.45   0.81   108  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)                                
Class C                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $11.82  (0.06)  3.31  3.25  —  (2.44)  (2.44)  0.81  $12.63  28.01 %  $ 26,690  1.79 %  1.97 %  (0.46) %  157 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.36  0.02  (0.30)  (0.28)  (0.05)  (0.21)  (0.26)  (0.54)  11.82  (1.88)   31,476  1.79   1.98   0.20   179  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   9.84  0.03  3.13  3.16  (0.02)  (0.62)  (0.64)  2.52  12.36  32.08   45,867  1.79   1.95   0.26   121  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   12.18  0.02  (1.00)  (0.98)  (0.01)  (1.35)  (1.36)  (2.34)  9.84  (8.53)   53,419  1.79   1.97   0.17   109  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   14.02  0.03  0.68  0.71  (0.03)  (2.52)  (2.55)  (1.84)  12.18  5.52   48,877  1.80   1.92   0.33   82  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.96  0.05  2.58  2.63  (0.07)  (0.50)  (0.57)  2.06  14.02  22.23   55,580  1.80   1.80   0.39   108  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.37  0.05  3.48  3.53  (0.05)  (2.44)  (2.49)  1.04  $13.41  28.99 %  $2,383,753  1.00 %  (7) 1.00 %  0.34 %  157 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.89  0.10  (0.31)  (0.21)  (0.10)  (0.21)  (0.31)  (0.52)  12.37  (1.20)   2,135,663  1.04   (7) 1.04   0.92   179  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.25  0.13  3.26  3.39  (0.13)  (0.62)  (0.75)  2.64  12.89  33.08   2,469,800  1.04   (7) 1.04   1.04   121  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   12.66  0.12  (1.05)  (0.93)  (0.13)  (1.35)  (1.48)  (2.41)  10.25  (7.83)   1,775,643  1.01   (7) 1.01   0.92   109  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   14.48  0.12  0.70  0.82  (0.12)  (2.52)  (2.64)  (1.82)  12.66  6.21   2,187,625  1.04   1.04   1.09   82  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.34  0.15  2.66  2.81  (0.17)  (0.50)  (0.67)  2.14  14.48  23.08   2,716,560  1.08   1.08   1.12   108  
Class R6*                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.42  0.08  3.50  3.58  (0.08)  (2.44)  (2.52)  1.06  $13.48  29.34 %  $ 999,171  0.79 %  0.85 %  0.54 %  157 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   12.92  0.13  (0.31)  (0.18)  (0.11)  (0.21)  (0.32)  (0.50)  12.42  (0.97)   773,153  0.79   0.88   1.16   179  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.27  0.16  3.26  3.42  (0.15)  (0.62)  (0.77)  2.65  12.92  33.31   820,153  0.79   0.87   1.28   121  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   12.67  0.15  (1.05)  (0.90)  (0.15)  (1.35)  (1.50)  (2.40)  10.27  (7.58)   411,922  0.79   0.87   1.17   109  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   14.49  0.15  0.70  0.85  (0.15)  (2.52)  (2.67)  (1.82)  12.67  6.41   388,495  0.80   0.85   1.37   82  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   12.36  0.19  2.66  2.85  (0.22)  (0.50)  (0.72)  2.13  14.49  23.34   291,554  0.80   0.80   1.44   108  
                                 
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.31  0.04  2.41  2.45  (0.09)  (1.79)  (1.88)  0.57  $ 9.88  26.91 %  $ 53,388  1.45 %  (10) 1.46 %  0.39 %  69 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.38  0.02  0.02  0.04  (0.03)  (0.08)  (0.11)  (0.07)  9.31  0.62   54,984  1.48   (7) 1.48   0.29   69  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.45  0.09  1.37  1.46  (0.14)  (0.39)  (0.53)  0.93  9.38  17.21   70,847  1.47   (7) 1.47   0.99   42  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.53  0.08  (1.51)  (1.43)  (0.15)  (1.50)  (1.65)  (3.08)  8.45  (12.70)   69,223  1.46   (7) 1.46   0.68   44  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   12.58  0.14  0.90  1.04  (0.16)  (1.93)  (2.09)  (1.05)  11.53  8.74   114,673  1.47   1.50   1.52   15  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.96  0.07  2.20  2.27  (0.09)  (0.56)  (0.65)  1.62  12.58  20.81   123,495  1.55   1.55   0.58   29  
Class C                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 8.11  0.01  2.08  2.09  (0.03)  (1.79)  (1.82)  0.27  $ 8.38  26.42 %  $ 987  1.84 %  (10) 2.20 %  0.06 %  69 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.19  (0.01)  0.01  —  —  (0.08)  (0.08)  (0.08)  8.11  0.23   2,410  1.90   (10) 2.19   (0.19)   69  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   7.41  0.05  1.19  1.24  (0.07)  (0.39)  (0.46)  0.78  8.19  16.66   5,457  1.90   2.14   0.61   42  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   10.31  0.02  (1.34)  (1.32)  (0.08)  (1.50)  (1.58)  (2.90)  7.41  (13.07)   14,473  1.90   2.09   0.23   44  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   11.46  0.09  0.80  0.89  (0.11)  (1.93)  (2.04)  (1.15)  10.31  8.28   20,658  1.90   2.07   1.05   15  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   10.04  0.02  2.02  2.04  (0.06)  (0.56)  (0.62)  1.42  11.46  20.35   24,529  1.90   1.90   0.22   29  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund (Continued)                                
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.77  0.08  2.53  2.61  (0.11)  (1.79)  (1.90)  0.71  $10.48  27.20 %  $ 282,308  1.18 %  (10) 1.20 %  0.68 %  69 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.83  0.04  0.03  0.07  (0.05)  (0.08)  (0.13)  (0.06)  9.77  0.91   332,391  1.21   (10) 1.21   0.55   69  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   8.83  0.13  1.42  1.55  (0.16)  (0.39)  (0.55)  1.00  9.83  17.58   460,284  1.20   (7) 1.20   1.26   42  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.98  0.12  (1.58)  (1.46)  (0.19)  (1.50)  (1.69)  (3.15)  8.83  (12.50)   474,591  1.18   (7) 1.18   0.99   44  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   12.99  0.16  0.94  1.10  (0.18)  (1.93)  (2.11)  (1.01)  11.98  8.94   673,458  1.22   1.22   1.72   15  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   11.30  0.11  2.27  2.38  (0.13)  (0.56)  (0.69)  1.69  12.99  21.15   786,245  1.24   1.24   0.87   29  
Class R6*                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.79  0.11  2.54  2.65  (0.17)  (1.79)  (1.96)  0.69  $10.48  27.61 %  $ 129,173  0.88 %  1.03 %  0.94 %  69 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.84  0.10  —  (11) 0.10  (0.07)  (0.08)  (0.15)  (0.05)  9.79  1.19   89,961  0.88   1.05   1.19   69  
2/26/19 (12) to 12/31/19   10.04  0.15  0.22  0.37  (0.18)  (0.39)  (0.57)  (0.20)  9.84  3.69   16,798  0.88   1.04   1.83   42   (13)
                                 
SGA International Growth Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.42  (0.04)  0.90  0.86  —  (0.83)  (0.83)  0.03  $10.45  8.36 %  $ 7,129  1.32 %  1.55 %  (0.39) %  44 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.50  (0.03)  2.02  1.99  —  (2.07)  (2.07)  (0.08)  10.42  22.86   6,917  1.41   (10)(14) 1.60   (0.36)   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   10.95  (0.02)  2.92  2.90  —  (3.35)  (3.35)  (0.45)  10.50  28.28   6,376  1.46   (10)(14)(15) 1.52   (0.20)   147   (16)
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   11.90  —  (11) (0.94)  (0.94)  (0.01)  —  (0.01)  (0.95)  10.95  (7.90)   22,233  1.42   1.44   0.03   37  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   10.05  0.02  1.84  1.86  (0.01)  —  (0.01)  1.85  11.90  18.50   18,567  1.43   1.56   0.20   17  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.18  0.01  0.93  0.94  (0.03)  (0.04)  (0.07)  0.87  10.05  10.41   14,116  1.33   (17) 1.43   (17) 0.12   37  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.72  (0.02)  0.93  0.91  —  (0.83)  (0.83)  0.08  $10.80  8.59 %  $ 39,493  1.07 %  1.29 %  (0.14) %  44 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.71  (0.01)  2.09  2.08  —  (2.07)  (2.07)  0.01  10.72  23.28   40,249  1.16   (10)(14) 1.35   (0.13)   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.13  —  (11) 2.97  2.97  (0.04)  (3.35)  (3.39)  (0.42)  10.71  28.49   35,641  1.25   (10)(14)(15) 1.30   0.01   147   (16)
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   12.09  0.03  (0.96)  (0.93)  (0.03)  —  (0.03)  (0.96)  11.13  (7.69)   67,543  1.20   (6) 1.19   0.28   37  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   10.19  0.04  1.87  1.91  (0.01)  —  (0.01)  1.90  12.09  18.79   70,342  1.20   1.27   0.42   17  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.30  0.03  0.94  0.97  (0.04)  (0.04)  (0.08)  0.89  10.19  10.54   51,120  1.14   (17) 1.24   (17) 0.34   37  
Class R6*                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.77  —  (11) 0.93  0.93  —  (0.83)  (0.83)  0.10  $10.87  8.74 %  $ 2,058  0.95 %  1.19 %  (0.03) %  44 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   10.74  —  (11) 2.10  2.10  —  (2.07)  (2.07)  0.03  10.77  23.41   831  1.07   (10)(14) 1.25   0.05   53  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   11.15  —  (11) 2.99  2.99  (0.05)  (3.35)  (3.40)  (0.41)  10.74  28.59   48  1.16   (10)(14)(15) 1.25   (0.02)   147   (16)
1/1/18 to 12/31/18(18)   12.11  0.05  (0.97)  (0.92)  (0.04)  —  (0.04)  (0.96)  11.15  (7.63)   48  1.10   1.11   0.43   37  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   10.20  0.04  1.89  1.93  (0.02)  —  (0.02)  1.91  12.11  18.89   9,279  1.10   1.19   0.42   17  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.31  0.05  0.93  0.98  (0.05)  (0.04)  (0.09)  0.89  10.20  10.62   6,558  1.03   (17) 1.14   (17) 0.49   37  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                 
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 6.50  (0.05)  1.55  1.50  —  (0.88)  (0.88)  0.62  $ 7.12  23.74 %  $ 123,191  1.23 %  1.24 %  (0.75) %  5 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   5.37  (0.03)  1.91  1.88  —  (0.75)  (0.75)  1.13  6.50  35.90   110,884  1.23   1.27   (0.49)   13  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   4.60  (0.01)  1.55  1.54  —  (0.77)  (0.77)  0.77  5.37  33.95   92,556  1.23   1.26   (0.25)   15  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   5.49  (0.02)  0.03  0.01  —  (0.90)  (0.90)  (0.89)  4.60  (0.83)   45,779  1.23   1.60   (0.29)   11  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   7.20  (0.01)  1.21  1.20  —  (2.91)  (2.91)  (1.71)  5.49  17.88   63,051  1.23   1.46   (0.09)   14  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   7.81  (0.02)  0.57  0.55  —  (1.16)  (1.16)  (0.61)  7.20  7.83   60,900  1.23   1.24   (0.27)   42  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.28  (0.05)  2.47  2.42  —  (0.88)  (0.88)  1.54  $11.82  23.97 %  $ 13,693  0.97 %  1.06 %  (0.48) %  5 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.12  (0.02)  2.93  2.91  —  (0.75)  (0.75)  2.16  10.28  36.43   15,093  0.97   1.09   (0.23)   13  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   6.63  —  (11) 2.26  2.26  —  (0.77)  (0.77)  1.49  8.12  34.41   15,720  0.97   1.12   0.01   15  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   7.53  —  (11) —  (11) —  —  (0.90)  (0.90)  (0.90)  6.63  (0.75)   19,234  0.97   1.10   (0.02)   11  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   8.92  0.01  1.51  1.52  —  (2.91)  (2.91)  (1.39)  7.53  18.04   24,621  0.97   1.22   0.22   14  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.38  —  (11) 0.70  0.70  —  (1.16)  (1.16)  (0.46)  8.92  8.14   92,638  0.97   1.26   (0.02)   42  
Class R6*                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $10.40  (0.05)  2.51  2.46  —  (0.88)  (0.88)  1.58  $11.98  24.08 %  $ 2,237  0.90 %  0.91 %  (0.42) %  5 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   8.21  (0.01)  2.95  2.94  —  (0.75)  (0.75)  2.19  10.40  36.39   348  0.90   0.96   (0.16)   13  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   6.69  0.01  2.28  2.29  —  (0.77)  (0.77)  1.52  8.21  34.57   165  0.90   0.98   0.08   15  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   7.59  —  (11) —  (11) —  —  (0.90)  (0.90)  (0.90)  6.69  (0.73)   110  0.90   0.95   0.03   11  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   8.94  0.02  1.54  1.56  —  (2.91)  (2.91)  (1.35)  7.59  18.53   464  0.91   0.93   0.28   14  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   9.39  0.01  0.70  0.71  —  (1.16)  (1.16)  (0.45)  8.94  8.23   2,426  0.90   0.90   0.05   42  
                                 
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $ 9.36  (0.09)  (0.32)  (0.41)  —  (1.37)  (1.37)  (1.78)  $ 7.58  (4.32) %  $ 12,233  1.27 %  1.54 %  (1.00) %  17 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   6.89  (0.06)  2.71  2.65  —  (0.18)  (0.18)  2.47  9.36  38.99   14,837  1.27   1.59   (0.85)   29  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   5.68  (0.05)  2.09  2.04  —  (0.83)  (0.83)  1.21  6.89  35.81   11,694  1.27   1.64   (0.76)   32  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   6.92  (0.06)  (0.36)  (0.42)  —  (0.82)  (0.82)  (1.24)  5.68  (6.69)   5,725  1.41   (10) 1.68   (0.88)   36  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   7.28  (0.04)  0.80  0.76  —  (1.12)  (1.12)  (0.36)  6.92  10.73   6,840  1.42   1.64   (0.70)   24  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   7.13  (0.04)  1.38  1.34  —  (1.19)  (1.19)  0.15  7.28  19.30   7,008  1.41   1.43   (0.55)   56  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $12.67  (0.11)  (0.42)  (0.53)  —  (1.37)  (1.37)  (1.90)  $10.77  (4.14) %  $ 16,506  1.15 %  1.37 %  (0.88) %  17 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   9.27  (0.07)  3.65  3.58  —  (0.18)  (0.18)  3.40  12.67  39.01   23,312  1.15   1.42   (0.73)   29  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   7.42  (0.06)  2.74  2.68  —  (0.83)  (0.83)  1.85  9.27  36.04   18,219  1.15   1.48   (0.64)   32  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   8.78  (0.07)  (0.47)  (0.54)  —  (0.82)  (0.82)  (1.36)  7.42  (6.64)   14,513  1.29   (10) 1.53   (0.76)   36  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   8.95  (0.04)  0.99  0.95  —  (1.12)  (1.12)  (0.17)  8.78  10.86   18,637  1.30   1.53   (0.58)   24  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   8.52  (0.04)  1.66  1.62  —  (1.19)  (1.19)  0.43  8.95  19.45   26,929  1.29   1.43   (0.44)   56  
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
    Net Asset Value,

Beginning of Period
Net Investment Income (Loss)(1) Net Realized

and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total from Investment Operations Dividends from

Net Investment Income
Distributions from

Net Realized Gains
Total Distributions Change in Net Asset Value Net Asset Value, End of Period Total Return(2)(3) Net Assets, End of Period

(in thousands)
Ratio of Net Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Gross Expenses to

Average Net Assets(4)(5)
Ratio of Net Investment Income (Loss)

to Average Net Assets(4)
Portfolio Turnover Rate(2)
                                 
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund                                
Class A                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $62.40  (0.75)  (5.58)  (6.33)  —  —  —  (6.33)  $56.07  (10.14) %  $ 266,661  1.25 %  1.32 %  (1.24) %  53 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   28.48  (0.55)  34.47  33.92  —  —  —  33.92  62.40  119.10   335,809  1.25   1.33   (1.18)   33  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   20.83  (0.32)  7.97  7.65  —  —  —  7.65  28.48  36.73   46,655  1.26   (19) 1.41   (1.20)   91  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   19.96  (0.33)  2.57  2.24  —  (1.37)  (1.37)  0.87  20.83  10.80   24,902  1.48   (6)(10) 1.47   (1.35)   103  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   18.56  (0.21)  3.74  3.53  —  (2.13)  (2.13)  1.40  19.96  19.18   5,484  1.51   1.66   (1.40)   50  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   18.37  (0.26)  3.67  3.41  —  (3.22)  (3.22)  0.19  18.56  20.42   6,375  1.50   1.55   (1.39)   64  
Class I                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $66.67  (0.64)  (5.98)  (6.62)  —  —  —  (6.62)  $60.05  (9.93) %  $ 823,212  1.00 %  1.05 %  (0.99) %  53 % 
1/1/20 to 12/31/20   30.35  (0.47)  36.79  36.32  —  —  —  36.32  66.67  119.67   1,037,368  1.00   1.07   (0.93)   33  
1/1/19 to 12/31/19   22.15  (0.26)  8.46  8.20  —  —  —  8.20  30.35  37.02   90,136  1.01   (19) 1.15   (0.94)   91  
1/1/18 to 12/31/18   21.10  (0.30)  2.72  2.42  —  (1.37)  (1.37)  1.05  22.15  11.07   72,404  1.27   (6)(10) 1.23   (1.15)   103  
4/1/17 to 12/31/17(8)   19.49  (0.19)  3.93  3.74  —  (2.13)  (2.13)  1.61  21.10  19.34   17,630  1.31   1.50   (1.19)   50  
4/1/16 to 3/31/17   19.11  (0.23)  3.83  3.60  —  (3.22)  (3.22)  0.38  19.49  20.63   22,330  1.30   1.44   (1.18)   64  
Class R6                                
1/1/21 to 12/31/21   $66.67  (0.58)  (5.97)  (6.55)  —  —  —  (6.55)  $60.12  (9.82) %  $ 17,098  0.90 %  0.95 %  (0.90) %  53 % 
10/20/20 (12) to 12/31/20   58.00  (0.10)  8.77  8.67  —  —  —  8.67  66.67  14.95   115  0.90   1.03   (0.83)   33   (13)
    
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Continued)
SELECTED PER SHARE DATA AND RATIOS FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING
THROUGHOUT EACH PERIOD
Footnote Legend:
* On September 18, 2017, Class IS shares were renamed Class R6 shares.
(1) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(2) Not annualized for periods less than one year.
(3) Sales charges, where applicable, are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(4) Annualized for periods less than one year.
(5) The Funds will also indirectly bear their prorated share of expenses of any underlying funds in which they invest. Such expenses are not included in the calculation of this ratio.
(6) See Note 3D in Notes to Financial Statements for information on recapture of expenses previously reimbursed.
(7) The share class is currently under its expense limitation.
(8) The Fund changed its fiscal year end to December 31 during the period.
(9) The ratio excludes expenses waived/reimbursed net of amount recaptured. If expenses waived/reimbursed net of amount recaptured were included, the ratio would have been higher than the ratio shown.
(10) Due to a change in expense cap, the ratio shown is a blended expense ratio.
(11) Amount is less than $0.005 per share.
(12) Inception date.
(13) Portfolio turnover is representative of the Fund for the entire period.
(14) Net expense ratio includes extraordinary proxy expenses.
(15) Ratios of total expenses excluding interest expense on borrowings for the year ended December 31, 2019 were 1.45% (Class A), 1.24% (Class I) and 1.15% (Class R6).
(16) The Fund’s portfolio turnover rate increased substantially during the year ended December 31, 2019 due to a change in the Fund’s subadviser and associated repositioning.
(17) Net investment income per share and the ratio of net investment income to average net assets include a non-recurring refund for overbilling of prior years’ custodian out-of-pocket fees which amounted to $0.01 per share and 0.09%, 0.07%, and 0.07% of average net assets for the Class A, Class I and Class R6 (formerly IS), respectively.
(18) From November 9 through November 13, 2018, the Fund’s Class R6 shares did not have any investors, though the net asset value continued to be calculated using another share class adjusted for class expenses.
(19) Ratios of total expenses excluding interest expense on borrowings for the year ended December 31, 2019 were 1.25% (Class A) and 1.00% (Class I).
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2021
Note 1. Organization
Virtus Asset Trust (the “Trust”) is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), as an open-end management investment company.
As of the date of this report, 20 funds of the Trust are offered for sale, of which 7 (each a “Fund” or collectively, the “Funds”) are reported in this annual report. Each Fund’s investment objective is outlined in its respective Fund Summary page. There is no guarantee that a Fund will achieve its objective(s).
All of the Funds offer Class A shares and Class I shares. Class C shares are offered by the Ceredex Large Cap Value Equity Fund, the Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund and the Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund. Class R6 shares are offered by the Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund, the Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund, the Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund, the SGA International Growth Fund, the Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund, and the Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund.
Effective February 1, 2021, Class A shares of the Funds are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 5.50% with some exceptions. Prior to February 1, 2021, Class A shares were sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 5.75% with some exceptions. Generally, Class A shares are not subject to any charges by the Funds when redeemed; however, a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (“CDSC”) may be imposed on certain redemptions made within a certain period following purchases on which a finder’s fee has been paid. The period for which such CDSC applies for the Funds is 18 months. The CDSC period begins on the last day of the month preceding the month in which the purchase was made.
Class C shares are generally sold with a 1% CDSC, applicable if redeemed within one year of purchase. Class C shares and any reinvested dividends and other distributions paid on such shares, will be automatically converted to Class A shares of the same Fund following a required holding period, which as of March 1, 2021, was eight years. Effective January 1, 2019, to February 28, 2021, with certain exceptions, Class C shares and any reinvested dividends and other distributions paid on such shares, were automatically converted to Class A shares of the same Fund ten years after the purchase date. If an investor intends to purchase greater than $999,999 of Class C shares, and the purchase would qualify for Class A shares with no load, then the purchase will automatically be made into a purchase of Class A shares, thus reducing expenses. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are sold without a front-end sales charge or CDSC.
Class R6 shares are offered without a minimum initial investment to the following investors in plan level or omnibus accounts only (provided that they do not require or receive any compensation, administrative payments, sub-transfer agency payments or service payments with respect to Class R6 shares): (i) qualified retirement plans, including, but not limited to, 401(k) plans, 457 plans, employer-sponsored 403(b) plans, and defined benefit plans; (ii) banks and trust companies; (iii) insurance companies; (iv) financial intermediaries utilizing such shares in fee-based investment advisory programs; (v) registered investment companies; and (vi) non-qualified deferred compensation plans. Other institutional investors may be permitted to purchase Class R6 sh
ares subject to the applicable Fund’s determination of eligibility and may be subject to a $2,500,000 minimum initial investment requirement. In addition, without a minimum initial investment requirement, Class R6 shares are available to any Trustee of the Virtus Funds and trustees/directors of affiliated open- and closed-end funds, directors, officers and employees of Virtus and its affiliates, and a spouse or domestic partner, child or minor grandchild of any such qualifying individual (in each case either individually or jointly with other investors), provided in each case that those shares are held directly with the Transfer Agent or in an eligible account. Class R6 shares do not carry sales commissions or pay Rule 12b-1 fees. No compensation, administrative payments, sub-transfer agency payments or service payments are paid to brokers or other entities from Fund assets or the Funds’ distributor’s or an affiliate’s resources on sales of or investments in Class R6 shares.
The Funds may impose an annual fee on accounts having balances of less than $2,500. The small account fee may be waived in certain circumstances, as disclosed in the prospectuses and/or statement of additional information. The fees collected will be used to offset certain expenses of the Funds. These fees are reflected as “Less low balance account fees” in each Fund’s Statement of Operations for the period, as applicable.
Each class of shares has identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except that each class bears any expenses attributable specifically to that class (“class-specific expenses”) and has exclusive voting rights with respect to any Rule 12b-1 and/or shareholder service plan (“12b-1 Plan”) approved by the Board. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are not subject to a 12b-1 Plan. Class-specific expenses may include shareholder servicing fees, sub-transfer agency fees, and fees under a 12b-1 Plan, as well as certain other expenses as designated by the Funds’ Treasurer and approved by the Board. Investment income, common operating expenses and realized and unrealized gains and losses of each Fund are borne pro-rata by the holders of each class of shares.
Note 2. Significant Accounting Policies
($ reported in thousands)
The Trust is an investment company that follows the accounting and reporting guidance of the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946 Financial Services – Investment Companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the Funds in the preparation of their financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of increases and decreases in net assets from operations during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant.
A. Security Valuation
  Each Fund utilizes a fair value hierarchy which prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value into three broad levels. The Funds’ policy is to recognize transfers into or out of Level 3 at the end of the reporting period.
   • Level 1 – quoted prices in active markets for identical securities (security types generally include listed equities).
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     •    Level 2 – prices determined using other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.).
     •    Level 3 – prices determined using significant unobservable inputs (including the Valuation Committee’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments).
A description of the valuation techniques applied to a Fund’s major categories of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis is as follows:
Equity securities are valued at the official closing price (typically last sale) on the exchange on which the securities are primarily traded or, if no closing price is available, at the last bid price and are categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy. Restricted equity securities and private placements that are illiquid, or are internally fair valued by the Valuation Committee, are generally categorized as Level 3 in the hierarchy.
Certain non-U.S. securities may be fair valued in cases where closing prices are not readily available or are deemed not reflective of readily available market prices. For example, significant events (such as movement in the U.S. securities market, or other regional and local developments) may occur between the time that non-U.S. markets close (where the security is principally traded) and the time that a Fund calculates its net asset value (“NAV”) at the close of regular trading on the NYSE (generally 4 p.m. Eastern time) that may impact the value of securities traded in these non-U.S. markets. In such cases, the Funds fair value non-U.S. securities using an independent pricing service which considers the correlation of the trading patterns of the non-U.S. security to the intraday trading in the U.S. markets for investments such as ADRs, financial futures, ETFs, and certain indexes, as well as prices for similar securities. Such fair valuations are categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy. Because the frequency of significant events is not predictable, fair valuation of certain non-U.S. common stocks may occur on a frequent basis.
Listed derivatives, such as options, that are actively traded are valued based on quoted prices from the exchange and are categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy. Over-the-counter derivative contracts, which include forward currency contracts and equity-linked instruments, do not require material subjectivity as pricing inputs are observed from actively quoted markets and are categorized as Level 2 in the hierarchy.
Investments in open-end mutual funds are valued at NAV. Investments in closed-end funds and ETFs are valued as of the close of regular trading on the NYSE each business day. Each is categorized as Level 1 in the hierarchy.
A summary of the inputs used to value a Fund’s net assets by each major security type is disclosed at the end of the Schedule of Investments for each Fund. The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities.
B. Security Transactions and Investment Income
  Security transactions are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses from the sale of securities are determined on the identified cost basis. Dividend income is recognized on the ex-dividend date or, in the case of certain foreign securities, as soon as a Fund is notified. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis. Each Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts using the effective interest method. Any distributions from underlying funds are recorded in accordance with the character of the distributions as designated by the underlying funds.
  Dividend income from REITs is recorded using management’s estimate of the percentage of income included in distributions received from such investments based on historical information and other industry sources. The return of capital portion of the estimate is a reduction to investment income and a reduction in the cost basis of each investment which increases net realized gain (loss) and net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation). If the return of capital distributions exceed their cost basis, the distributions are treated as realized gains. The actual amounts of income, return of capital, and capital gains are only determined by each REIT after its fiscal year-end, and may differ from the estimated amounts.
C. Income Taxes
  Each Fund is treated as a separate taxable entity. It is the intention of each Fund to comply with the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”) and to distribute substantially all of its taxable income to its shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes or excise taxes has been made.
  Certain Funds may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. Each Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries as applicable based upon current interpretations of the tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
  Management of the Funds has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions that would require recognition in the financial statements. Each Fund’s U.S. federal income tax return is generally subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years after it is filed. State, local and/or non-U.S. tax returns and/or other filings may be subject to examination for different periods, depending upon the tax rules of each applicable jurisdiction.
D. Distributions to Shareholders
  Distributions are recorded by each Fund on the ex-dividend date. Income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from U.S. GAAP.
E. Expenses
  Expenses incurred together by a Fund and other affiliated mutual funds are allocated in proportion to the net assets of each such fund, except where allocation of direct expenses to each Fund or an alternative allocation method can be more appropriately used.
  In addition to the net annual operating expenses that a Fund bears directly, the shareholders of a Fund indirectly bear the pro-rata expenses of any underlying mutual funds in which the Fund invests.
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F. Foreign Currency Transactions
  Non-U.S. investment securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at the foreign currency exchange rate effective at the end of the reporting period. Cost of investments is translated at the currency exchange rate effective at the trade date. The gain or loss resulting from a change in currency exchange rates between the trade and settlement date of a portfolio transaction is treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. Likewise, the gain or loss resulting from a change in currency exchange rates between the date income is accrued and the date it is paid is treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. The Funds do not isolate that portion of the results of operations arising from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments from the fluctuations arising from changes in the market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.
G. Securities Lending
  Funds may loan securities to qualified brokers through a securities lending agency agreement with The Bank of New York Mellon (“BNYM”). Under the securities lending policy, when lending securities a Fund is required to maintain collateral with a market value not less than 100% of the market value of loaned securities. Collateral is adjusted daily in connection with changes in the market value of securities on loan. Collateral may consist of cash and securities issued by the U.S. Government or its agencies. Cash collateral is invested in a short-term money market fund. Dividends earned on the collateral and premiums paid by the broker are recorded as income by the Fund net of fees and rebates charged/paid by BNYM for its services as securities lending agent and in connection with this securities lending program. Lending portfolio securities involves a risk of delay in the recovery of the loaned securities or in the declining value of the collateral.
  Securities lending transactions are entered into by each Fund under a Master Securities Lending Agreement (“MSLA”) which permits the Fund, under certain circumstances including an event of default (such as bankruptcy or insolvency), to offset amounts payable by the Fund to the same counterparty against amounts to be received and create one single net payment due to or from the Fund.
  At December 31, 2021, the securities loaned were subject to a MSLA on a net payment basis as follows:
    
Fund         Value of
Securities
on Loan
  Cash
Collateral
Received(1)
  Net
Amount(2)
SGA International Growth Fund

  $ 1,669   $ 1,669   $ —
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  729   729  
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  42   38   4
(1) Collateral received in excess of the market value of securities on loan is not presented in this table. The cash collateral received in connection with securities lending transactions has been used for the purchase of securities as disclosed in the Fund’s Schedule of Investments.
(2) Net amount represents the net amount receivable due from the counterparty in the event of default.
The following table reflects a breakdown of transactions accounted for as secured borrowings, the gross obligation by the type of collateral pledged, and the remaining contractual maturity of those transactions as of December 31, 2021 for the Funds:
Fund         Securities Lending
Transactions
  Overnight
and
continuous
SGA International Growth Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   $1,722
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   772
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Money Market Mutual Fund   38
Note 3. Investment Advisory Fees and Related Party Transaction
($ reported in thousands)
A. Investment Adviser
  Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC (the “Adviser”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (“Virtus”), is the investment adviser to the Funds. The Adviser manages the Funds’ investment programs and general operations of the Funds, including oversight of the Funds’ subadvisers.
  As compensation for its services to the Funds, the Adviser is entitled to a fee, which is calculated daily and paid monthly based upon the following annual rates as a percentage of the average daily net assets of each Fund:
    
  First $500 Million
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

0.70 %
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

0.75
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

0.85
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  First $500 Million
SGA International Growth Fund

0.85%
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

0.70
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

0.85
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

0.80
The above fees are also subject to breakpoint discounts at the following asset levels for each Fund:
        First $500 million = none — no discount from full fee
        Next $500 million = 5% discount from full fee
        Next $4 billion = 10% discount from full fee
        Over $5 billion = 15% discount from full fee
B. Subadvisers
  The subadvisers manage the investments of each Fund for which they are paid a fee by the Adviser. A list of the subadvisers and the Funds they serve as of the end of the period is as follows:
    
Fund         Subadviser
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

  Ceredex (1)
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

  Ceredex (1)
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

  Ceredex (1)
SGA International Growth Fund

  SGA (2)
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Silvant (3)
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Silvant (3)
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  Zevenbergen (4)
(1) Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (“Ceredex”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus.
(2) Sustainable Growth Advisers, LP (“SGA”), an indirect, majority-owned subsidiary of Virtus.
(3) Silvant Capital Management LLC, an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus.
(4) Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC, a minority-owned affiliate of the Adviser.
C. Expense Limitations
  The Adviser has contractually agreed to limit each Fund’s annual total operating expenses, subject to the exceptions listed below, so that such expenses do not exceed, on an annualized basis, the following respective percentages of average daily net assets through April 30, 2022 (except as noted). Following the contractual period, the Adviser may discontinue these expense limitation arrangements at any time. The waivers and reimbursements are accrued daily and received monthly.
    
Fund         Class A   Class C   Class I   Class R6
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

  1.24 % (1)   1.72 %   0.97 %   0.72 %
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

  1.38  (1)   1.79    1.08  (1)   0.79 
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund(2)

  1.46    1.81    1.15    0.88 
SGA International Growth Fund

  1.32    N/A    1.07    0.95 
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  1.23    N/A    0.97    0.90 
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  1.27    N/A    1.15    N/A
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  1.25    N/A    1.00    0.90 
(1) Each share class is currently below its expense cap.
(2) Effective December 1, 2021 through April 30, 2023. For the period January 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021, the expense caps were as follows for Class A shares, Class C shares, Class I shares, and Class R6 shares, respectively: 1.49%, 1.84%, 1.18%, and 0.88%.
The exclusions include front-end or contingent deferred loads, taxes, leverage and borrowing expenses (such as commitment, amendment and renewal expenses on credit or redemption facilities), interest, brokerage commissions, expenses incurred in connection with any merger or reorganization, unusual or infrequently occurring expenses (such as litigation), acquired fund fees and expenses, and dividend expenses, if any.
D. Expense Recapture
  Under certain conditions, the Adviser may recapture operating expenses reimbursed or fees waived under these arrangements within three years after the date on which such amounts were incurred or waived. A Fund must pay its ordinary operating expenses before the Adviser is entitled to any reimbursement and must remain in compliance with any applicable expense limitations or, if none, the expense limitation in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement. All or a portion of the following Adviser reimbursed expenses may be recaptured by the fiscal year ending December 31:
    
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    Expiration    
Fund   2022   2023   2024   Total
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund                
Class A

  $ 85   $ 75   $ 22   $ 182
Class C

  11   11   8   30
Class I

  503   350   205   1,058
Class R6

  441   492   570   1,503
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund                
Class C

  68   64   50   182
Class R6

  485   599   568   1,652
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund                
Class A

      4   4
Class C

  17   9   5   31
Class I

      63   63
Class R6

  6   58   170   234
SGA International Growth Fund                
Class A

  7   12   16   35
Class I

  37   62   92   191
Class R6

  (1)   1   4   5
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund                
Class A

  74   40   15   129
Class I

  27   18   13   58
Class R6

  (1)   (1)   (1)   (1)
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund                
Class A

  40   37   39   116
Class I

  58   48   46   152
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund                
Class A

  72   124   226   422
Class I

  180   323   526   1,029
Class R6

    (1)   5   5
    
During the period ended December 31, 2021, the Adviser recaptured expenses previously waived for the following Funds:
Fund         Class A   Class I   Class R6   Total
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

  $31   $   $—   $ 31
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

  1   10     11
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  3     (1)   3
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

      (1)   (1)
    
(1) Amount is less than $500.
E. Distributor
  VP Distributors, LLC (“VP Distributors”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus, serves as the distributor of each Fund’s shares. VP Distributors has advised the Funds that for the fiscal year (the “period”) ended December 31, 2021, it retained net commissions of $232 for Class A shares and CDSC of $16 and $1 for Class A shares and Class C shares, respectively.
  In addition, each Fund pays VP Distributors 12b-1 fees under a 12b-1 Plan as a percentage of the average daily net assets of each respective class at the annual rates of 0.25% for Class A shares and 1.00% for Class C shares. Class I shares and Class R6 shares are not subject to a 12b-1 Plan.
  Under certain circumstances, shares of certain Virtus Mutual Funds may be exchanged for shares of the same class of certain other Virtus Mutual Funds on the basis of the relative NAV per share at the time of the exchange. On exchanges with share classes that carry a CDSC, the CDSC schedule of the original shares purchased continues to apply.
F. Administrator and Transfer Agent
  Virtus Fund Services, LLC, an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Virtus, serves as the administrator and transfer agent to the Funds.
  For the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds incurred administration fees totaling $6,405 which are included in the Statements of Operations within the line item “Administration and accounting fees.” The fees are calculated daily and paid monthly.
  For the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds incurred transfer agent fees totaling $2,857 which are included in the Statements of Operations within the line item “Transfer agent fees and expenses.” The fees are calculated daily and paid monthly.
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G. Investments with Affiliates
  The Funds are permitted to purchase assets from or sell assets to certain related affiliates under specified conditions outlined in procedures adopted by the Board. The procedures have been designed to ensure that any purchase or sale of assets by the Funds from or to another fund or portfolio that are, or could be, considered an affiliate by virtue of having a common investment adviser (or affiliated investment advisers), common Trustees and/or common officers comply with Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act. Further, as defined under the procedures, each transaction is effected at the current market price.
  During the period ended December 31, 2021, the Funds did not engage in any transactions pursuant to Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act.
H. Trustee Compensation
  The Trust provides a deferred compensation plan for its Trustees who receive compensation from the Trust. Under the deferred compensation plan, Trustees may elect to defer all or a portion of their compensation. Amounts deferred are retained by the Trust, and then, to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act, in turn, may be invested in the shares of affiliated or unaffiliated mutual funds selected by the participating Trustees. Investments in such instruments are included in “Other assets” in the Statements of Assets and Liabilities at December 31, 2021.
Note 4. Purchases and Sales of Securities
($ reported in thousands)
Purchases and sales of securities (excluding short-term securities) during the period ended December 31, 2021, were as follows:
  Purchases   Sales
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

$2,060,802   $2,390,997
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

5,395,224   5,736,827
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

339,759   470,330
SGA International Growth Fund

22,028   24,390
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

6,786   22,819
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

6,007   13,815
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

722,665   788,548
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government and agency securities during the period ended December 31, 2021.
Note 5. Capital Share Transactions
(reported in thousands)
Transactions in shares of capital stock, during the periods ended as indicated below, were as follows:
  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
1,868   $ 27,010   4,108   $ 46,998   3,240   $ 44,612   7,983   $ 81,172
Reinvestment of distributions 3,652   45,383   840   9,511   3,159   40,494   743   7,634
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(3,838)   (57,194)   (6,090)   (70,384)   (8,288)   (114,797)   (14,070)   (147,987)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 1,682   $ 15,199   (1,142)   $ (13,875)   (1,889)   $ (29,691)   (5,344)   $ (59,181)
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
49   $ 709   159   $ 2,019   232   $ 3,142   297   $ 3,013
Reinvestment of distributions 51   609   18   196   326   4,020   74   730
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(175)   (2,435)   (245)   (2,741)   (1,108)   (14,717)   (1,417)   (14,390)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (75)   $ (1,117)   (68)   $ (526)   (550)   $ (7,555)   (1,046)   $ (10,647)
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  Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund   Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
6,921   $ 103,818   9,103   $ 106,595   25,402   $ 358,562   48,455   $ 504,947
Reinvestment of distributions 12,231   154,976   2,924   33,686   27,923   365,509   5,133   54,303
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(13,791)   (207,035)   (16,170)   (194,282)   (48,256)   (680,919)   (72,568)   (759,646)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 5,361   $ 51,759   (4,143)   $ (54,001)   5,069   $ 43,152   (18,980)   $ (200,396)
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
5,662   $ 84,812   18,412   $ 239,258   18,358   $ 260,211   21,959   $ 234,598
Reinvestment of distributions 7,816   100,371   1,653   19,311   11,100   145,962   1,860   19,820
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(19,682)   (297,388)   (11,465)   (140,975)   (17,556)   (250,473)   (25,063)   (268,382)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (6,204)   $ (112,205)   8,600   $ 117,594   11,902   $ 155,700   (1,244)   $ (13,964)
    
  Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund   SGA International Growth Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
799   $ 8,558   880   $ 6,026   93   $ 1,003   108   $ 1,057
Reinvestment of distributions 899   8,681   89   675   51   529   137   1,224
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(2,198)   (23,596)   (2,619)   (19,783)   (125)   (1,375)   (189)   (1,825)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (500)   $ (6,357)   (1,650)   $ (13,082)   19   $ 157   56   $ 456
Class C              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
44   $ 412   48   $ 344     $     $
Reinvestment of distributions 22   179   6   36        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(245)   (2,246)   (423)   (2,933)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) (179)   $ (1,655)   (369)   $ (2,553)     $     $
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
4,824   $ 54,661   8,930   $ 70,968   1,573   $ 17,728   1,893   $ 19,586
Reinvestment of distributions 4,224   43,226   616   5,008   274   2,943   703   6,461
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(16,130)   (185,803)   (22,368)   (185,612)   (1,944)   (21,942)   (2,169)   (20,972)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (7,082)   $ (87,916)   (12,822)   $ (109,636)   (97)   $ (1,271)   427   $ 5,075
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
4,393   $ 49,969   8,456   $ 69,852   99   $ 1,113   61   $ 648
Reinvestment of distributions 1,845   18,895   95   841   13   138   12   110
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(3,099)   (35,952)   (1,073)   (9,125)   (—) (1)   (—) (2)   (1)   (4)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 3,139   $ 32,912   7,478   $ 61,568   112   $ 1,251   72   $ 754
    
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December 31, 2021
  Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund   Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
310   $ 2,180   308   $ 1,832   166   $ 1,642   113   $ 912
Reinvestment of distributions 2,021   14,181   1,879   11,733   252   1,925   36   276
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(2,077)   (14,566)   (2,373)   (13,692)   (391)   (3,576)   (260)   (1,825)
Net Increase / (Decrease) 254   $ 1,795   (186)   $ (127)   27   $ (9)   (111)   $ (637)
Class I              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
144   $ 1,619    93   $ 837   351   $ 4,413   448   $ 4,514
Reinvestment of distributions 82   945    98   954   171   1,856   30   315
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(536)   (6,051)   (657)   (5,842)   (830)   (10,591)   (605)   (5,808)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (310)   $ (3,487)   (466)   $ (4,051)   (308)   $ (4,322)   (127)   $ (979)
Class R6              
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
153   $ 1,825   13   $ 124     $     $
Reinvestment of distributions 9   103   2   22        
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(9)   (95)   (2)   (16)   —    —    —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) 153   $ 1,833   13   $ 130     $     $
    
  Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
  Year Ended
December 31, 2021
  Year Ended
December 31, 2020
  SHARES   AMOUNT   SHARES   AMOUNT
Class A      
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
2,905   $ 184,959   6,234   $ 271,684
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(3,530)   (211,191)   (2,490)   (108,252)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (625)   $ (26,232)   3,744   $ 163,432
Class I      
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
10,679   $ 713,179   19,603   $ 884,352
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(12,531)   (789,864)   (7,012)   (324,894)
Net Increase / (Decrease) (1,852)   $ (76,685)   12,591   $ 559,458
Class R6      
Shares sold and cross class
conversions
310   $ 19,485   2   $ 100
Shares repurchased and cross
class conversions
(28)   (1,730)   —    — 
Net Increase / (Decrease) 282   $ 17,755   2   $ 100
(1) Amount is less than 500 shares.
(2) Amount is less than $500.
    
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
Note 6. 10% Shareholders
As of December 31, 2021, the Funds had individual shareholder account(s) and/or omnibus shareholder account(s) (comprised of a group of individual shareholders), which individually amounted to more than 10% of the total shares outstanding of such Fund as detailed below:
  % of Shares
Outstanding
  Number of
Accounts*
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

28%   2
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

39   2
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

41   2
SGA International Growth Fund

37   3
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

55   1
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

51   2
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

25   2
* None of the accounts are affiliated.
Note 7. Market Risk and Asset Concentration
Local, regional or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, the spread of infectious illness or other public health issue, recessions, or other events could have a significant impact on a Fund and its investments, including hampering the ability of the Fund’s portfolio manager(s) to invest the Fund’s assets as intended.
In countries with limited or developing markets, investments may present greater risks than in more developed markets and the prices of such investments may be volatile. The consequences of political, social or economic changes in these markets may have disruptive effects on the market prices of these investments and the income they generate, as well as a Fund’s ability to repatriate such amounts.
Certain Funds may invest a high percentage of their assets in specific sectors of the market in the pursuit of their investment objectives. Fluctuations in these sectors of concentration may have a greater impact on a Fund, positive or negative, than if the Fund did not concentrate its investments in such sectors.
At December 31, 2021, the following Funds held securities issued by various companies in specific sectors as detailed below:
Fund           Sector   Percentage of
Total Investments
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

  Financials   26%
SGA International Growth Fund

  Health Care   25
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Information Technology   47
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Information Technology   26
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  Health Care   25
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  Information Technology   44
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  Consumer Discretionary   27
Note 8.  Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and in separate agreements between each Trustee and the Trust, its Trustees and officers are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust and its funds. In addition, in the normal course of business, the Trust and the Funds enter into contracts that provide a variety of indemnifications to other parties. The Trust’s and/or the Funds’ maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the Trust or the Funds and that have not occurred. However, neither the Trust nor the Funds have had prior claims or losses pursuant to these arrangements, and they expect the risk of loss to be remote.
Note 9. Restricted Securities
Restricted securities are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act”). Generally, 144A securities are excluded from this category. Each Fund will bear any costs, including those involved in registration under the 1933 Act, in connection with the disposition of such securities. At December 31, 2021, the Funds did not hold any securities that were restricted.
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
Note 10. Redemption Facility
($ reported in thousands)
On September 18, 2017, the Funds and certain other affiliated funds entered into an $150,000 unsecured line of credit (“Credit Agreement”). On June 14, 2021, the Credit Agreement was increased to $250,000. This Credit Agreement, as amended, is with a commercial bank that allows the Funds to borrow cash from the bank to manage large unexpected redemptions and trade fails, up to a limit of one-third or one-fifth, as applicable, of each Fund’s total net assets in accordance with the terms of the agreement. This Credit Agreement has a term of 364 days and has been renewed for a period up to March 10, 2022. Interest is charged at the higher of the LIBOR or the Federal Funds rate plus an additional percentage rate on the amount borrowed. Commitment fees are charged on the undrawn balance. Total commitment fees paid for the period ended December 31, 2021, are included in the “Interest expense and/or commitment fees” line on the Statements of Operations. The Funds and other affiliated funds that are parties are individually, and not jointly, liable for their particular advances, if any, under the Credit Agreement. The lending bank has the ability to require repayment of outstanding borrowings under this Credit Agreement upon certain circumstances such as an event of default.
The following Funds had an outstanding loan during the period. The borrowings were valued at cost, which approximates fair value.
Fund            Interest Incurred
on Borrowing
  Average Dollar
Amount of Borrowing
  Weighted Average
Interest Rate on
Borrowing
  Days Loan
was Open
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

  $ 3   $69,000   1.35%   1
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  13   7,795   1.35   44
Note 11. Federal Income Tax Information
($ reported in thousands)
At December 31, 2021, the approximate aggregate cost basis and the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and other financial instruments for federal income tax purposes were as follows:
Fund            Federal
Tax Cost
  Unrealized
Appreciation
  Unrealized
(Depreciation)
  Net Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

  $ 1,046,241   $ 249,617   $ (28,056)   $ 221,561
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

  3,272,513   489,067   (62,463)   426,604
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

  351,928   123,733   (8,609)   115,124
SGA International Growth Fund

  37,869   14,438   (1,985)   12,453
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  47,084   94,890   (1,979)   92,911
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  15,565   14,211   (1,005)   13,206
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  750,601   439,284   (69,747)   369,537
The components of distributable earnings on a tax basis and certain tax attributes for the Funds consist of the following:
  Undistributed
Ordinary
Income
  Undistributed
Long-Term
Capital Gains
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

$15,465   $ 17,300
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

45,538   117,697
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

4,188   6,103
SGA International Growth Fund

421   1,527
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  2,854
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

  707
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

  15,084
The differences between the book and tax basis of distributable earnings relate principally to the timing of recognition of income and gains for federal income tax purposes. Short-term gain distributions, if any, are reported as ordinary income for federal tax purposes. Distributions are determined on a tax basis and may differ from net investment income and realized capital gains for financial reporting purposes.
The tax character of dividends and distributions paid during the fiscal periods ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)
December 31, 2021
  Ordinary
Income
  Long-Term
Capital Gains
  Total
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

         
12/31/21

$ 195,985   $ 117,207   $313,192
12/31/20

35,157   32,603   67,760
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

         
12/31/21

334,000   250,000   584,000
12/31/20

70,150   16,429   86,579
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

         
12/31/21

43,902   28,400   72,302
12/31/20

2,502   4,145   6,647
SGA International Growth Fund

         
12/31/21

538   3,120   3,658
12/31/20

3,086   4,806   7,892
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

         
12/31/21

  15,466   15,466
12/31/20

  13,017   13,017
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

         
12/31/21

  3,873   3,873
12/31/20

  600   600
Certain capital accounts in the financial statements are periodically adjusted for permanent differences in order to reflect their tax character. Permanent reclassifications can arise from differing treatment of certain income and gain transactions and nondeductible current year net operating losses. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or net asset value per share of the Funds. Temporary differences that arise from recognizing certain items of income, expense, gain or loss in different periods for financial statement and tax purposes will likely reverse at some time in the future.
Note 12. Regulatory Matters and Litigation
From time to time, the Trust, the Funds, the Adviser and/or subadvisers and/or their affiliates may be involved in litigation and arbitration as well as examinations and investigations by various regulatory bodies, including the SEC, involving compliance with, among other things, securities laws, client investment guidelines, laws governing the activities of broker-dealers and other laws and regulations affecting their activities. At this time, the Adviser believes that the outcomes of such matters are not likely, either individually or in aggregate, to be material to these financial statements.
Note 13. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the impact of all subsequent events on the Funds through the date the financial statements were available for issuance, and has determined that there are no subsequent events requiring recognition or disclosure in these financial statements.
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Trustees of Virtus Asset Trust and Shareholders of Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus SGA International Growth Fund, Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund, Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund and Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund
Opinions on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statements of assets and liabilities, including the schedules of investments, of Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus SGA International Growth Fund, Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund, Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund and Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund (seven of the Funds constituting Virtus Asset Trust, hereafter collectively referred to as the “Funds”) as of December 31, 2021, the related statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2021, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2021, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of each of the Funds as of December 31, 2021, the results of each of their operations for the year then ended, the changes in each of their net assets for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2021 and each of the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for Opinions
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Funds’ management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Funds’ financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Funds in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of December 31, 2021 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agent, and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.
/s/PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
February 25, 2022
We have served as the Virtus Mutual Funds’ auditor since at least 1977. We have not been able to determine the specific year we
began serving as auditor.
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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
TAX INFORMATION NOTICE (Unaudited)
December 31, 2021
The following information is being provided in order to meet reporting requirements set forth by the Code and/or to meet state specific requirements. In early 2022, the Funds will notify applicable shareholders of amounts for use in preparing 2021 U.S. federal income tax forms. Shareholders should consult their tax advisors.
With respect to distributions paid during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, the Funds designate the following amounts (or, if subsequently determined to be different, the maximum amount allowable):
  Qualified
Dividend
Income %
(non-corporate
shareholder)
  Dividend
Received
Deduction %
(corporate
shareholders)
  Long-Term
Capital Gain
Distributions ($)
Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund

11.48 %   10.62 %   $ 105,860
Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund

14.24   13.42   367,697
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund

18.68   17.81   34,503
SGA International Growth Fund

75.50     4,028
Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund

    11,858
Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund

    4,311
Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund

    15,084
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, certain Funds are disclosing the following information pursuant to notice requirements of Section 853(a) and 855(d) of the Code, and the Treasury Regulations thereunder ($ reported in thousands).
  Foreign Source
Income
Recognized
  Foreign Taxes
Paid on
Foreign
Source
Income
SGA International Growth Fund

$ 515   $ 50
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS CEREDEX LARGE-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX MID-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX SMALL-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS SGA INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT LARGE-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT SMALL-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, AND VIRTUS ZEVENBERGEN INNOVATIVE GROWTH STOCK FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED)
The Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of Virtus Asset Trust (the “Trust”) is responsible for determining whether to approve the continuation of the investment advisory agreement (the “Advisory Agreement”) between the Trust and Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC (“VFA”) and the subadvisory agreements (the “Subadvisory Agreements” and together with the Advisory Agreement, the “Agreements”) among the Trust, VFA and Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (“Ceredex”) with respect to Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund, Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund and Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund; among the Trust, VFA and Silvant Capital Management LLC (“Silvant”) with respect to Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund and Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund; among the Trust, VFA and Sustainable Growth Advisers LP (“SGA”) with respect to Virtus SGA International Growth Fund; and among the Trust, VFA and Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (“Zevenbergen”) with respect to Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund (each subadviser listed, a “Subadviser” and collectively, the “Subadvisers”). At virtual meetings held on November 2, 2021 and November 15-17, 2021 (the “Meetings”), the Board, including a majority of the Trustees who are not interested persons of the Trust as defined in Section 2(a)(19) of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (such Act, the “1940 Act” and such Trustees, the “Independent Trustees”), considered and approved the continuation of each Agreement as further discussed below. In addition, prior to the Meetings, the Independent Trustees met with their independent legal counsel to discuss and consider the information provided by management and submitted questions to management, and they considered the responses provided.
In connection with the approval of the Agreements, the Board requested and evaluated information provided by VFA and each Subadviser which, in the Board’s view, constituted information necessary for the Board to form a judgment as to whether the renewal of each of the Agreements would be in the best interests of each applicable Fund and its respective shareholders. The Board also considered information furnished throughout the year at regular Board meetings with respect to the services provided by VFA and the Subadvisers, including quarterly performance reports prepared by management containing reviews of investment results and periodic presentations from the Subadvisers with respect to the Fund(s) they manage. The Board noted the affiliation of each Subadviser with VFA and any potential conflicts of interest.
The Board was separately advised by independent legal counsel throughout the process. For each Agreement, the Board considered all the criteria separately with respect to the applicable Fund and its shareholders. In its deliberations, the Board considered various factors, including those discussed below, none of which were controlling, and each Trustee may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The Independent Trustees also discussed the proposed approval of the Agreements in private sessions with their independent legal counsel at which no representatives of management were present.
In considering whether to approve the renewal of the Agreements with respect to each Fund, the Board reviewed and analyzed the factors it deemed relevant, including: (a) the nature, extent and quality of the services provided to the Funds by VFA and each of the Subadvisers; (b) the performance of the Funds as compared to an appropriate peer group and an appropriate index; (c) the level and method of computing each Fund’s advisory and subadvisory fees, and comparisons of the Funds’ advisory fee rates and total expenses with those of a group of funds with similar investment objective(s); (d) the profitability of VFA under the Advisory Agreement; (e) any “fall-out” benefits to VFA, the Subadvisers and their affiliates (i.e., ancillary benefits realized by VFA, the Subadvisers or their affiliates from VFA’s or the applicable Subadviser’s relationship with the Trust); (f) the anticipated effect of growth in size on each Fund’s performance and expenses; (g) fees paid to VFA and the Subadvisers by comparable accounts, as applicable; (h) possible conflicts of interest; and (i) the terms of the Agreements.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services
The Trustees received in advance of the Meetings information provided by VFA and each Subadviser, including completed questionnaires, concerning a number of topics, including, among other items, such company’s investment philosophy, investment process and strategies, resources and personnel, operations, compliance structure and procedures, and overall performance. The Trustees noted that the Funds are managed using a “manager of managers” structure that generally involves the use of one or more subadvisers to manage some or all of a Fund’s portfolio. Under this structure, VFA is responsible for the management of the Funds’ investment programs and for evaluating and selecting subadvisers on an ongoing basis and making any recommendations to the Board regarding hiring, retaining or replacing subadvisers. In considering the Advisory Agreement with VFA, the Board considered VFA’s process for supervising and managing the Funds’ subadvisers, including (a) VFA’s ability to select and monitor the subadvisers; (b) VFA’s ability to provide the services necessary to monitor the subadvisers’ compliance with the Funds’ respective investment objectives, policies and restrictions as well as provide other oversight activities; and (c) VFA’s ability and willingness to identify instances in which a subadviser should be replaced and to carry out the required changes. The Trustees also considered: (a) the experience and capability of VFA’s management and other personnel; (b) the financial condition of VFA, and whether it had the financial wherewithal to provide a high level and quality of services to the Funds; (c) the quality of VFA’s own regulatory and legal compliance policies, procedures and systems; (d) the nature, extent and quality of administrative, transfer agency and other services provided by VFA and its affiliates to the Funds; (e)
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS CEREDEX LARGE-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX MID-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX SMALL-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS SGA INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT LARGE-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT SMALL-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, AND VIRTUS ZEVENBERGEN INNOVATIVE GROWTH STOCK FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
VFA’s supervision of the Funds’ other service providers; and (f) VFA’s risk management processes. It was noted that affiliates of VFA serve as administrator, transfer agent and distributor of the Funds. The Board also took into account its knowledge of VFA’s management and the quality of the performance of VFA’s duties through Board meetings, discussions and reports during the preceding year, as well as information from the Trust’s Chief Compliance Officer regarding the Funds’ compliance policies and procedures established pursuant to Rule 38a-1 under the 1940 Act.
With respect to the services provided by each of the Subadvisers, the Board considered information provided to the Board by each Subadviser, including each Subadviser’s Form ADV, as well as information provided throughout the past year. With respect to the Subadvisory Agreements, the Board noted that each Subadviser provided portfolio management, compliance with the respective Fund’s(s’) investment policies and procedures, compliance with applicable securities laws and assurances thereof. The Board also noted that VFA’s and the Subadvisers’ management of the Funds is subject to the oversight of the Board and must be carried out in accordance with the investment objective(s), policies and restrictions set forth in the Funds’ prospectuses and statement of additional information. In considering the renewal of the Subadvisory Agreements, the Board also considered each Subadviser’s investment management process, including (a) the experience and capability of the Subadviser’s management and other personnel committed by the Subadviser to the respective Fund(s); (b) the financial condition of the Subadviser; (c) the quality of the Subadviser’s regulatory and legal compliance policies, procedures and systems; and (d) the Subadviser’s brokerage and trading practices, including with respect to best execution and soft dollars. The Board also took into account each Subadviser’s risk assessment and monitoring process. The Board noted each Subadviser’s regulatory history, including whether it was currently involved in any regulatory actions or investigations as well as material litigation, and any settlements and amelioratory actions undertaken, as appropriate.
After considering all of the information provided to them, the Trustees concluded that the nature, extent and quality of the services provided by VFA and each Subadviser were satisfactory and that there was a reasonable basis on which to conclude that each would continue to provide a high quality of investment services to the applicable Fund(s).
Investment Performance
The Board considered performance reports and discussions at Board meetings throughout the year, as well as a report (the “Broadridge Report”) for the Funds prepared by Broadridge, an independent third party provider of investment company data, furnished in connection with the contract renewal process. The Broadridge Report presented each Fund’s performance relative to a peer group of other mutual funds (the “Performance Universe”) and relevant indexes, as selected by Broadridge. The Board also considered performance information presented by management and took into account management’s discussion of the same, including the effect of market conditions on each Fund’s performance. The Board evaluated each Fund’s performance in the context of the considerations that a “manager of managers” structure requires. The Board noted that it also reviews on a quarterly basis detailed information about both the Funds’ performance results and portfolio composition, as well as each Subadviser’s investment strategies. The Board noted VFA’s expertise and resources in monitoring the performance, investment style and risk-adjusted performance of each Subadviser. The Board also noted each Subadviser’s performance record with respect to each applicable Fund. The Board was mindful of VFA’s focus on each Subadviser’s performance and noted VFA’s performance in monitoring and responding to any performance issues with respect to the Funds. The Board also took into account its discussions with management regarding factors that contributed to the performance of each Fund.
The Board considered, among other performance data, the information set forth below with respect to the performance of each Fund for the period ended June 30, 2021.
Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 10-year period and outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods.
Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-year period. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 1- and 10-year periods and outperformed its benchmark for the 3- and 5-year periods.
Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe and underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus SGA International Growth Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-year period and outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS CEREDEX LARGE-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX MID-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX SMALL-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS SGA INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT LARGE-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT SMALL-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, AND VIRTUS ZEVENBERGEN INNOVATIVE GROWTH STOCK FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 1-year period and outperformed its benchmark for the 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that because the Fund’s Subadviser had only been managing the Fund since June of 2019, certain of the performance reviewed represented that of a prior subadviser.
Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 3- and 5-year periods and underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund. The Board noted that the Fund underperformed the median of its Performance Universe for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods. The Board also noted that the Fund outperformed its benchmark for the 3-year period and underperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 5- and 10-year periods.
Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund. The Board noted that the Fund outperformed the median of its Performance Universe and outperformed its benchmark for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods.
The Board also considered management’s discussion about the reasons for each applicable Fund’s underperformance relative to its peer group or benchmark. After reviewing these and related factors, the Board concluded that each Fund’s overall performance, reasons discussed for certain Funds’ underperformance and/or actions taken to address the underperformance, was satisfactory.
Management Fees and Total Expenses
The Board considered the fees charged to the Funds for advisory services as well as the total expense levels of the Funds. This information included comparisons of each Fund’s contractual and net management fee and net total expense level to those of its peer universe (the “Expense Universe”) and ranked according to quintile (the first quintile being lowest and, therefore, best in these expense component rankings, and fifth being highest and, therefore, worst in these expense component rankings). In comparing each Fund’s net management fee to that of comparable funds, the Board noted that in the materials presented by management such fee was comprised of advisory fees. The Board also noted that all of the Funds had expense caps in place to limit the total expenses incurred by the Funds and their shareholders, and that VFA had proposed to lower the expense caps in place for Ceredex Small Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board also noted that the subadvisory fees were paid by VFA out of its advisory fees rather than paid separately by the Funds. In this regard, the Board took into account management’s discussion with respect to the advisory/subadvisory fee structure, including the amount of the advisory fee retained by VFA after payment of the subadvisory fee. The Board also took into account the size of each of the Funds and the impact on expenses and economies of scale. The Subadvisers provided, and the Board considered, fee information of comparable accounts managed by the Subadvisers, as applicable.
In addition to the foregoing, the Board considered, among other data, the information set forth below with respect to each Fund’s fees and expenses. In each case, the Board took into account management’s discussion of the Fund’s expenses, including the type and size of the Fund relative to the other funds in its Expense Universe.
Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee and net total expenses after waivers were each in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the third quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the fifth quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus SGA International Growth Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the second quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Silvant Large-Cap Growth Stock Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the third quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Silvant Small-Cap Growth Stock Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee was in the second quintile of the Expense Universe and net total expenses after waivers were in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
Virtus Zevenbergen Innovative Growth Stock Fund. The Board considered that the Fund’s net management fee and net total expenses after waivers were each in the fourth quintile of the Expense Universe.
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CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS FOR VIRTUS CEREDEX LARGE-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX MID-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS CEREDEX SMALL-CAP VALUE EQUITY FUND, VIRTUS SGA INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT LARGE-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, VIRTUS SILVANT SMALL-CAP GROWTH STOCK FUND, AND VIRTUS ZEVENBERGEN INNOVATIVE GROWTH STOCK FUND (each a “FUND” and collectively, the “FUNDS”) BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (UNAUDITED) (CONTINUED)
The Board concluded that the advisory and subadvisory fees for each Fund, including with any proposed amendments, were fair and reasonable in light of the usual and customary charges made for services of the same nature and quality and the other factors considered. The Board also approved the proposed lower expense caps to limit the total expenses of Ceredex Small Cap Value Equity Fund.
Profitability
The Board also considered certain information relating to profitability that had been provided by VFA. In this regard, the Board considered information regarding the overall profitability, as well as on a fund-by-fund basis, of VFA for its management of the Funds and the other funds of the Trust, as well as its profits and those of its affiliates for managing and providing other services to the Trust, such as distribution, transfer agency and administrative services provided to the Funds by VFA affiliates. In addition to the fees paid to VFA and its affiliates, including the Subadvisers, the Board considered any other benefits derived by VFA or its affiliates from their relationships with the Funds. The Board reviewed the methodology used to allocate costs to each Fund, taking into account the fact that allocation methodologies are inherently subjective and various allocation methodologies may each be reasonable while producing different results. The Board concluded that the profitability to VFA and its affiliates from each Fund was reasonable in light of the quality of the services rendered to the Funds by VFA and its affiliates as well as other factors.
In considering the profitability to the Subadvisers in connection with their relationships to the Funds, the Board noted that the fees under the Subadvisory Agreements are paid by VFA out of the fees that VFA receives under the Advisory Agreement, so that Fund shareholders are not directly impacted by those fees. In considering the reasonableness of the fees payable by VFA to the Subadvisers, the Board noted that, because the Subadvisers are affiliates of VFA, such profitability might be directly or indirectly shared by VFA. For each of the above reasons, the Board concluded that the profitability to the Subadvisers and their affiliates from their relationships with the Funds was not a material factor in approval of the Subadvisory Agreements.
Economies of Scale
The Board received and discussed information concerning whether VFA realizes economies of scale as the Funds’ assets grow. The Board noted that the management fees for the Funds included breakpoints based on assets under management, and that expense caps were also in place for the Funds. The Board also took into account management’s discussion of the Funds’ management fee and subadvisory fee structure. The Board also took into account the current size of the Funds. The Board also noted that VFA had agreed to implement an extension of each Fund’s expense cap through April 30, 2023, and had agreed to lower expense caps applicable to Virtus Ceredex Small Cap Value Equity Fund. The Board then concluded that no changes to the advisory fee structure of the Funds with respect to economies of scale were necessary at this time. The Board noted that VFA and the Funds may realize certain economies of scale if the assets of the Funds were to increase, particularly in relationship to certain fixed costs, and that shareholders of the Funds would have an opportunity to benefit from these economies of scale.
For similar reasons as stated above with respect to the Subadvisers’ profitability, and based upon the current size of the Fund(s) managed by each Subadviser, the Board concluded that the potential for economies of scale in the Subadvisers’ management of the Funds was not a material factor in the approval of the Subadvisory Agreements at this time.
Other Factors
The Board considered other benefits that may be realized by VFA and each Subadviser and their respective affiliates from their relationships with the applicable Fund(s). Among them, the Board recognized that VP Distributors, LLC, an affiliate of VFA and the Subadvisers, serves as the distributor for the Trust, and, as such, receives payments pursuant to Rule 12b-1 from the Funds to compensate it for providing selling activities, which could lead to growth in the Trust’s assets and corresponding benefits from such growth, including economies of scale. The Board noted that an affiliate of VFA and the Subadvisers also provides administrative and transfer agency services to the Trust. The Board noted management’s discussion of the fact that, while the Subadvisers are affiliates of VFA, there are no other direct benefits to the Subadvisers or VFA in providing investment advisory services to the Fund(s), other than the fee to be earned under the applicable Agreement(s). There may be certain indirect benefits gained, including to the extent that serving the Fund(s) could provide the opportunity to provide advisory services to additional portfolios of the Trust or certain reputational benefits.
Conclusion
Based on all of the foregoing considerations, the Board, including a majority of the Independent Trustees, determined that approval of each Agreement, as amended, was in the best interests of each applicable Fund and its respective shareholders. Accordingly, the Board, and the Independent Trustees voting separately, approved the Agreements, as amended, with respect to each Fund.
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Information pertaining to the Trustees and officers of the Trust as of the date of issuance of this report, is set forth below. The statement of additional information (SAI) includes additional information about the Trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling (800) 243-4361.
The address of each individual, unless otherwise noted, is c/o Virtus Asset Trust, One Financial Plaza, Hartford, CT 06103. There is no stated term of office for Trustees or officers of the Trust.
Independent Trustees
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen by
Trustee
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held by Trustee During Past 5 Years
Burke, Donald C.
YOB: 1960
Served Since: 2017
98 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2009). Formerly, President and Chief Executive Officer, BlackRock U.S. Funds (2007 to 2009); Managing Director, BlackRock, Inc. (2006 to 2009); and Managing Director, Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (1990 to 2006). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2014), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); Director, Avista Corp. (energy company) (since 2011); Trustee, Goldman Sachs Fund Complex (2010 to 2014); and Director, BlackRock Luxembourg and Cayman Funds (2006 to 2010).
Harris, Sidney E.
YOB: 1949
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Private Investor (since 2021); Professor and Dean Emeritus (2015 to 2021), Professor (1997 to 2014), Dean (1997 to 2004), J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2019), Mutual Fund Directors Forum; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee (2013 to 2020) and Honorary Trustee (since 2020), KIPP Metro Atlanta; Director (1999 to 2019), Total System Services, Inc.; Trustee (2004 to 2017), RidgeWorth Funds; Chairman (2012 to 2017), International University of the Grand Bassam Foundation; Trustee (since 2012), International University of the Grand Bassam Foundation; and Trustee (2011 to 2015), Genspring Family Offices, LLC.
Mallin, John R.
YOB: 1950
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Partner/Attorney (since 2003), McCarter & English LLP (law firm) Real Property Practice Group; and Member (since 2014), Counselors of Real Estate. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios) and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2019), 1892 Club, Inc. (non-profit); Director (2013 to 2020), Horizons, Inc. (non-profit); and Trustee (since 1999), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios).
McDaniel, Connie D.
YOB: 1958
Served Since: 2017
95 Portfolios
Retired (since 2013). Vice President, Chief of Internal Audit, Corporate Audit Department (2009 to 2013); Vice President Global Finance Transformation (2007 to 2009); Vice President and Controller (1999 to 2007), The Coca-Cola Company. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Director (since 2020), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (since 2019), Global Payments Inc.; Chairperson (since 2019), Governance & Nominating Committee, Global Payments Inc; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios), and Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2021), North Florida Land Trust; Director (2014 to 2019), Total System Services, Inc.; Member (since 2011) and Chair (2014 to 2016), Georgia State University, Robinson College of Business Board of Advisors; and Trustee (2005 to 2017), RidgeWorth Funds.
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Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen by
Trustee
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held by Trustee During Past 5 Years
McLoughlin, Philip
YOB: 1946
Served Since: 1989
105 Portfolios
Private investor since 2010. Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund; Trustee (since 2022) and Advisory Board Member (2021), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund; Director and Chairman (since 2016), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director and Chairman (2016 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director and Chairman (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee and Chairman (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee and Chairman (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Chairman and Trustee (since 2003), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Director (since 1995), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); Director (1991 to 2019) and Chairman (2010 to 2019), Lazard World Trust Fund (closed-end investment firm in Luxembourg); and Trustee (since 1989) and Chairman (since 2002), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios).
McNamara, Geraldine M.
YOB: 1951
Served Since: 2002
98 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2006); and Managing Director, U.S. Trust Company of New York (1982 to 2006). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (2020 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc. and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Trustee (since 2015), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Director (since 2003), closed-end funds managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (3 funds); and Trustee (since 2001), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios).
Walton, R. Keith
YOB: 1964
Served Since: 2020
102 Portfolios
Venture and Operating Partner (since 2020), Plexo Capital, LLC; Venture Partner (since 2019) and Senior Adviser (2018 to 2019), Plexo, LLC; Formerly, Managing Director (2020 to 2021), Lafayette Square Holding Company LLC; Senior Adviser (2018 to 2019), Vatic Labs, LLC; Executive Vice President, Strategy (2017 to 2019), Zero Mass Water, LLC; Vice President, Strategy (2013 to 2017), Arizona State University; and Partner (since 2006), Global Infrastructure Partners. Trustee (since 2022), Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund; Advisory Board Member (since 2022), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund; Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2020) Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director (since 2017), certain funds advised by Bessemer Investment Management LLC; Director (2016 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (2006 to 2019), Systematica Investments Limited Funds; Director (2006 to 2017), BlueCrest Capital Management Funds; Trustee (2014 to 2017), AZ Service; Director (since 2004), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; and Director (2004 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
Zino, Brian T.
YOB: 1952
Served Since: 2020
102 Portfolios
Retired. Various roles (1982 to 2009), J. & W. Seligman & Co. Incorporated, including President (1994 to 2009). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2022) and Advisory Board Member (2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Trustee (since 2020), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director (2016 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2016), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Director (since 2014), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director (2014 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2011), Bentley University; Director (1986 to 2009) and President (1994 to 2009), J&W Seligman Co. Inc.; Director (1998 to 2009), Chairman (2002 to 2004) and Vice Chairman (2000 to 2002), ICI Mutual Insurance Company; Member, Board of Governors of ICI (1998 to 2008).
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Interested Trustee
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time Served
and Number of
Funds Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past
5 Years
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years and
Other Directorships Held by Trustee
Aylward, George R.*
Trustee and President
YOB: 1964
Served Since: 2006
107 Portfolios
Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2008), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries, and various senior officer positions with Virtus affiliates (since 2005). Member, Board of Governors of the Investment Company Institute (since 2021); Trustee and President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Chairman and Trustee (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II (5 portfolios); Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee and President (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios); Director (since 2013), Virtus Global Funds, PLC (5 portfolios); Trustee (since 2012) and President (since 2010), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Trustee, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Trustee and President (since 2006) and Executive Vice President (2004 to 2006), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (since 2006), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; and Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (2006 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
*Mr. Aylward is an “interested person,” as defined in the 1940 Act, by reason of his position as President and Chief Executive Officer of Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (“Virtus”), the ultimate parent company of the Adviser, and various positions with its affiliates, including the Adviser.
Advisory Board Members
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time
Served, and Number
of Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held  by
Trustee During Past 5 Years
Cogan, Sarah E.
YOB: 1956
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Retired Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (“STB”) (law firm) (since 2019); Director, Girl Scouts of Greater New York (since 2016); Trustee, Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. (since 2013); and formerly, Partner, STB (1989 to 2018). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2019), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2019), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds (7 portfolios); Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Energy and Tactical Credit Opportunities Fund, PCM Fund, Inc, PIMCO Corporate & Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Dynamic Credit and Mortgage Income Fund, PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund, PIMCO Global StocksPLUS® & Income Fund, PIMCO High Income Fund, PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II, PIMCO Strategic Income Fund, Inc., PIMCO Flexible Credit Income Fund and PIMCO Flexible Municipal Income Fund; and Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO Managed Accounts Trust (5 portfolios).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Year of Birth,
Length of Time
Served, and Number
of Portfolios in Fund
Complex Overseen
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years Other Directorships Held  by
Trustee During Past 5 Years
DeCotis, Deborah A.
YOB: 1952
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Advisory Director, Morgan Stanley & Co., Inc. (since 1996); Member, Circle Financial Group (since 2009); Member, Council on Foreign Relations (since 2013); and Trustee, Smith College (since 2017). Formerly, Director, Watford Re (2017 to 2021); Co-Chair Special Projects Committee, Memorial Sloan Kettering (2005 to 2015); and Trustee, Stanford University (2010 to 2015). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2020), PIMCO Dynamic Income Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2019), PIMCO Energy and Tactical Credit Opportunities Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2018), PIMCO Flexible Municipal Income Fund Trustee (since 2017), PIMCO Flexible Credit Income Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund; Trustee (since 2015), Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund; Trustee (since 2014), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios); Trustee (since 2013), PIMCO Dynamic Credit and Mortgage Income Fund; Trustee (since 2012), PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund; Trustee (since 2011), Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Trustee (since 2011), PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO California Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO Municipal Income Fund III, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund II, PIMCO New York Municipal Income Fund III, PCM Fund, Inc., PIMCO Corporate & Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Global StocksPLUS® & Income Fund, PIMCO High Income Fund, PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund, PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II, PIMCO Strategic Income Fund, Inc., PIMCO Managed Accounts Trust (5 portfolios); and Trustee (since 2011), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund, and Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund.
Drummond, F. Ford
YOB: 1962
Served Since: 2021
102 Portfolios
Owner/Operator (since 1998), Drummond Ranch; and Director (since 2015), Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. Formerly Chairman, Oklahoma Nature Conservancy (2019 to 2020); Board Member (2006 to 2020) and Chairman (2016 to 2018), Oklahoma Water Resources Board; Director (1998 to 2008), The Cleveland Bank; and General Counsel (1998 to 2008), BMIHealth Plans (benefits administration). Trustee (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, and Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2021), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios), and Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (February 2021 to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2021), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Trustee (since 2019), Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund; Trustee (since 2017), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income 2024 Target Term Fund; Trustee (since 2015), Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund, Virtus AllianzGI Convertible & Income Fund II, Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund, Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund and Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund; Trustee (since 2014), Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Director (since 2011), Bancfirst Corporation; and Trustee (since 2006), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios).
Moyer, William R.
YOB: 1944
Served Since: 2020
95 Portfolios
Private investor (since 2004); and Financial and Operations Principal (2006 to 2017), Newcastle Distributors LLC (broker dealer). Advisory Board Member (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust (2 portfolios), Virtus Investment Trust (13 portfolios) and Virtus Strategy Trust (11 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2020), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust (8 portfolios) and Virtus Mutual Fund Family (55 portfolios); Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Director (2016 to 2019), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Director (2016 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Advisory Board Member (2020 to 2021) and Director (2014 to 2019), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Trustee (2011 to 2019), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Advisory Board Member (since 2020) and Trustee (2013 to 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust (2 portfolios).
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Officers of the Trust Who Are Not Trustees
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Batchelar, Peter J.
YOB: 1970
Senior Vice President (since 2017), and Vice President (2008 to 2016). Senior Vice President, Product Development (since 2017), Vice President, Product Development (2008 to 2016), and various officer positions (since 2008), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2008 to 2016), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2010 to 2016), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2013 to 2016), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2021) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. and Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; and Senior Vice President (2017 to 2019) and Vice President (2016 to 2017), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.
Bradley, W. Patrick
YOB: 1972
Executive Vice President (since 2016); Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016); Vice President (2011 to 2013); Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2006). Executive Vice President, Fund Services (since 2016), Senior Vice President, Fund Services (2010 to 2016), and various officer positions (since 2006), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Director (since 2019), Virtus Global Funds ICAV; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2004), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2006), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2012 to 2013) and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2010), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (2016 to 2019), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2010), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), Vice President (2011 to 2013), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Executive Vice President ( 2016 to 2021), Senior Vice President (2014 to 2016), Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (since 2016), Senior Vice President (2013 to 2016), and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Director (since 2013), Virtus Global Funds, PLC; and Vice President and Assistant Treasurer (since 2011), Duff & Phelps Utility and Infrastructure Fund Inc.
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Carr, Kevin J.
YOB: 1954
Senior Vice President (since 2013); Vice President (2005 to 2013); Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (since 2005). Vice President and Senior Counsel (2017 to Present), Senior Vice President (2009 to 2017), Vice President, Counsel and Secretary (2008 to 2009), and various officer positions (since 2005), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President and Assistant Secretary (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust and Virtus Strategy Trust; Assistant Secretary, (since 2021), Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2013), Vice President (2005 to 2013), Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (since 2005), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Secretary and Chief Legal Officer (2005 to 2013), and Assistant Secretary (2013 to 2014 and since 2017), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2012 to 2013), Secretary and Chief Legal Officer (2005 to 2013) and Assistant Secretary (2013 to 2014 and 2017 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Assistant Secretary (since 2013), Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary (2010 to 2013), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (2013 to 2014), Vice President (2011 to 2013), and Assistant Secretary (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Assistant Secretary (2015 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017) and Assistant Secretary (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Secretary (since 2015), ETFis Series Trust I; and Secretary (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II.
Engberg, Nancy J.
YOB: 1956
Senior Vice President (since 2017); Vice President (2011 to 2017); and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011). Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2008 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2008 to 2011 and since 2016), and various officer positions (since 2003), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2011 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2010 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Variable Insurance Trust; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2011 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2011), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2012 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2012), Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2019), Vice President (2012 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2012 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Vice President (2013 to 2016) and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2013), Virtus Alternative Solutions Trust; Senior Vice President (2017 to 2021), Vice President (2014 to 2017) and Chief Compliance Officer (2014 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Chief Compliance Officer (since 2015), ETFis Series Trust I; and Chief Compliance Officer (since 2015), Virtus ETF Trust II.
Short, Julia R.
YOB: 1972
Senior Vice President (since 2017). Senior Vice President, Product Development (since 2017), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Senior Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust and Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds; Senior Vice President (2018 to 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; and Senior Vice President (since 2018), Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (2018 to 2019), the former Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Senior Vice President (since 2017), Virtus Mutual Fund Family; President and Chief Executive Officer, RidgeWorth Funds (2007 to 2017); and Managing Director, Product Manager, RidgeWorth Investments (2004 to 2017).
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FUND MANAGEMENT TABLES (Unaudited) (Continued)
Name, Address and
Year of Birth
Position(s) Held
with Trust and
Length of
Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Smirl, Richard W.
YOB: 1967
Executive Vice President (since 2021). Executive Vice President, Product Management (since 2021), and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (since 2021), Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. and/or certain of its subsidiaries; Executive Vice President (since 2021), The Merger Fund®, The Merger Fund® VL, Virtus Event Opportunities Trust, Virtus Mutual Fund Family, Virtus Investment Trust, Virtus Strategy Trust, Virtus AllianzGI Closed-End Funds, Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund, Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund, and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc.; Executive Vice President (May to June 2021), Duff & Phelps Select MLP and Midstream Energy Fund Inc.; Chief Operating Officer (2018 to 2021), Russell Investments; Executive Director (Jan. to July 2018), State of Wisconsin Investment Board; and Partner and Chief Operating Officer (2004 to 2018), William Blair Investment Management.
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Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund,
a series of Virtus Asset Trust
(unaudited)
Supplement dated November 4, 2021 to the Summary Prospectus and the Virtus Asset Trust
Statutory Prospectus, each dated April 28, 2021, as supplemented
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS
Effective November 1, 2021, Jennifer W. Graff, CFA, was added as a portfolio manager of Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund (the “Fund”).
The following disclosure is hereby added under “Portfolio Management” in the summary prospectus for the Fund, and in the summary section of the Fund’s statutory prospectus:
Jennifer W. Graff, CFA, Managing Director of Ceredex and Portfolio Manager, has managed the fund since November 2021.
In the Management of the Funds section under “Portfolio Management” on page 141 of the Fund’s statutory prospectus, the row for the Fund in the table under the subheading “Ceredex” is hereby replaced with the following:
Virtus Ceredex Large-Cap Value Equity Fund Jennifer W. Graff, CFA (since November 2021)
Mills Riddick, CFA (since 1995)
The portfolio manager biographies under the referenced table are hereby amended by adding the following for Jennifer W. Graff, CFA:
Jennifer W. Graff, CFA. Ms. Graff currently serves as Managing Director of Ceredex. She has worked in investment management since 2001.
All other disclosure concerning the Fund, including fees, expenses, investment objective, strategies and risks remains unchanged.
Investors should retain this supplement with the Prospectuses for future reference.
VAT 8622 Ceredex LCVE Fund PM Changes (11/2021)


Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund (the “Fund”),
a series of Virtus Asset Trust
(unaudited)
Supplement dated November 30, 2021 to the Summary Prospectuses
and the Virtus Asset Trust Statutory Prospectus,
each dated April 28, 2021, each as supplemented
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS
Effective December 1, 2021, the Fund’s investment adviser, Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC, will implement a new expense limitation arrangement to further limit the Fund’s expenses. This change is described in more detail below.
Virtus Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund
Under “Fees and Expenses” in the Fund’s summary prospectus and the summary section of the statutory prospectus, the “Annual Fund Operating Expenses” table and associated footnotes will be replaced with the following:
Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment) Class A Class C Class I Class R6
Management Fees 0.85% 0.85% 0.85% 0.85%
Distribution and Shareholder Servicing (12b-1) Fees 0.25% 1.00% None None
Other Expenses 0.38% 0.33% 0.36% 0.20%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 1.48% 2.18% 1.21% 1.05%
Less: Fee Waivers and/or Expense Reimbursements(b) (0.02%) (0.37%) (0.06%) (0.17%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Expense Reimbursement(b) 1.46% 1.81% 1.15% 0.88%
(b) The fund’s investment adviser has contractually agreed to limit the fund’s total operating expenses (excluding certain expenses, such as front-end or contingent deferred sales charges, taxes, leverage and borrowing expenses (such as commitment, amendment and renewal expenses on credit or redemption facilities), interest, brokerage commissions, expenses incurred in connection with any merger or reorganization, unusual or infrequently occurring expenses (such as litigation), acquired fund fees and expenses, and dividend expenses, if any) so that such expenses do not exceed 1.46% for Class A Shares, 1.81% for Class C Shares, 1.15% for Class I Shares and 0.88% for Class R6 Shares through April 30, 2023. Following the contractual period, the adviser may discontinue these expense reimbursement arrangements at any time. Under certain conditions, the adviser may recapture operating expenses reimbursed and/or fees waived under these arrangements for a period of three years following the date such waiver or reimbursement occurred, provided that the recapture does not cause the fund to exceed its expense limit in effect at the time of the waiver or reimbursement, and any in effect at the time of recapture, after repayment is taken into account.
Under “Fees and Expenses,” the “Example” table is hereby replaced with the following:
  Share Status 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 10 Years
Class A Sold or Held $690 $990 $1,312 $2,220
Class C Sold $284 $647 $1,136 $2,485
Held $184 $647 $1,136 $2,485
Class I Sold or Held $117 $378 $659 $1,461
Class R6 Sold or Held $90 $317 $563 $1,267


In the first table in the section “More Information About Fund Expenses” on page 101 of the statutory prospectus, the row corresponding to the Fund will be replaced with the following and a new footnote added after the table:
  Class A Shares Class C Shares Class I Shares Class R6 Shares
Ceredex Small-Cap Value Equity Fund* 1.46% 1.81% 1.15% 0.88%
* Contractual through April 30, 2023.
Investors should retain this supplement with the Prospectuses for future reference.
VAT 8622/CeredexSCV-NewExpCaps (11/21)


Virtus SGA International Growth Fund
a series of Virtus Asset Trust
(unaudited)
Supplement dated January 13, 2022 to the Summary Prospectus, the Virtus Asset Trust
Statutory Prospectus and the Statement of Additional Information (“SAI”),
each dated April 28, 2021, as supplemented
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS
Sustainable Growth Advisors has announced that on June 30, 2022, Gordon M. Marchand will be stepping down as a portfolio manager for the Virtus SGA International Growth Fund. It is expected that Kishore Rao will be appointed in his place at that time. Mr. Marchand will retire effective June 30, 2023. The Prospectuses and SAI will be updated as appropriate at the time of the changes.
Investors should retain this supplement with the Prospectuses and SAI for future reference.
VAT 8622/SGAInternationalGrowth PM Announcement (1/2022)


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VIRTUS ASSET TRUST
101 Munson Street
Greenfield, MA 01301-9668
Trustees
Philip R. McLoughlin, Chairman
George R. Aylward
Donald C. Burke
Sidney E. Harris
John R. Mallin
Connie D. McDaniel
Geraldine M. McNamara
R. Keith Walton
Brian T. Zino
Advisory Board Members
Sarah E. Cogan
Deborah A. DeCotis
F. Ford Drummond
William R. Moyer
Officers
George R. Aylward, President
Peter Batchelar, Senior Vice President
W. Patrick Bradley, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Kevin J. Carr, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Counsel and Secretary
Nancy J. Engberg, Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer
Julia R. Short, Senior Vice President
Richard W. Smirl, Executive Vice President
Investment Adviser
Virtus Fund Advisers, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Principal Underwriter
VP Distributors, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Administrator and Transfer Agent
Virtus Fund Services, LLC
One Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-2608
Custodian
The Bank of New York Mellon
240 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10286-1048
Independent Registered Public
Accounting Firm
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
2001 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-7042
How to Contact Us
Mutual Fund Services 1-800-243-1574
Adviser Consulting Group 1-800-243-4361
Website Virtus.com
 
Important Notice to Shareholders
The Securities and Exchange Commission has modified mailing regulations for semiannual and annual shareholder fund reports to allow mutual fund companies to send a single copy of these reports to shareholders who share the same mailing address. If you would like additional copies, please call Mutual Fund Services at 1-800-243-1574.


P.O. Box 9874
Providence, RI 02940-8074
For more information about Virtus Mutual Funds,
please contact us at 1-800-243-1574, or visit Virtus.com.
8635 02-22


  (b)

Not applicable.

 

Item 2.

Code of Ethics.

 

  (a)

The registrant, as of the end of the period covered by this report, has adopted a code of ethics that applies to the registrant’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions, regardless of whether these individuals are employed by the registrant or a third party.

 

  (c)

Effective October 1, 2021, the code of ethics that applies to the registrant’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions was amended. A copy of the currently applicable code is included as an exhibit.

 

  (d)

The registrant has not granted any waivers, during the period covered by this report, including an implicit waiver, from a provision of the code of ethics that applies to the registrant’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions, regardless of whether these individuals are employed by the registrant or a third party, that relates to one or more of the items set forth in paragraph (b) of the instructions for completion of this Item.

 

Item 3.

Audit Committee Financial Expert.

 

(a)(1)    The Registrant’s Board of Trustees has determined that the Registrant has an “audit committee financial expert” serving on its Audit Committee.
(a)(2)    The Registrant’s Board of Trustees had determined that each of Connie D. McDaniel, Donald C. Burke and Brian T. Zino possesses the technical attributes identified in Instruction 2(b) of Item 3 to Form N-CSR to qualify as an “audit committee financial expert.” Each such individual is an “independent” trustee pursuant to paragraph (a)(2) of Item 3 to Form N-CSR.
(a)(3)    Not applicable.

 

Item 4.

Principal Accountant Fees and Services.

Audit Fees

 

  (a)

The aggregate fees billed for each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for the audit of the registrant’s annual financial statements or services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements for those fiscal years are $427,370 for 2021 and $400,523 for 2020.


Audit-Related Fees

 

  (b)

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for assurance and related services by the principal accountant that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit of the registrant’s financial statements and are not reported under paragraph (a) of this Item are $29,193 for 2021 and $26,808 for 2020. Such audit-related fees include out of pocket expenses and system conversion fees.

Tax Fees

 

  (c)

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning are $58,949 for 2021 and $77,751 for 2020.

“Tax Fees” are those primarily associated with review of the Trust’s tax provision and qualification as a regulated investment company (RIC) in connection with audits of the Trust’s financial statement, review of year-end distributions by the Fund to avoid excise tax for the Trust, periodic discussion with management on tax issues affecting the Trust, and reviewing and signing the Fund’s federal income tax returns.

All Other Fees

 

  (d)

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for products and services provided by the principal accountant, other than the services reported in paragraphs (a) through (c) of this Item are $0 for 2021 and $0 for 2020.

 

(e)(1)   Disclose the audit committee’s pre-approval policies and procedures described in paragraph (c)(7) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X.

The Virtus Asset Trust (the “Fund”) Board has adopted policies and procedures with regard to the pre-approval of services provided by PwC. Audit, audit-related and tax compliance services provided to the Fund on an annual basis require specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee must also approve other non-audit services provided to the Fund and those non-audit services provided to the Fund’s Affiliated Service Providers that relate directly to the operations and financial reporting of the Fund. Certain of these non-audit services that the Audit Committee believes are a) consistent with the SEC’s auditor independence rules and b) routine and recurring services that will not impair the independence of the independent auditors may be approved by the Audit Committee without consideration on a specific case-by-case basis (“general pre-approval”).

The Audit Committee has determined that the Chair of the Audit Committee may provide pre-approval for such services that meet the above requirements but are not included in the general pre-approval in the event such approval is sought between regularly scheduled meetings. In any event, the Audit Committee is informed of, and ratifies, each service approved at the next regularly scheduled in-person Audit Committee meeting.


(e)(2)    The percentage of services described in each of paragraphs (b) through (d) of this Item that were approved by the audit committee pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(C) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X are as follows:

(b) 0%

(c) 0%

(d) N/A

 

  (f)

The percentage of hours expended on the principal accountant’s engagement to audit the registrant’s financial statements for the most recent fiscal year that were attributed to work performed by persons other than the principal accountant’s full-time, permanent employees was less than fifty percent.

 

  (g)

The aggregate non-audit fees billed by the registrant’s accountant for services rendered to the registrant, and rendered to the registrant’s investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant for each of the last two fiscal years of the registrant was $88,142 for 2021 and $104,559 for 2020.

 

  (h)

The registrant’s audit committee of the board of directors has considered whether the provision of non-audit services that were rendered to the registrant’s investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the investment adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant that were not pre-approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X is compatible with maintaining the principal accountant’s independence.

 

Item 5.

Audit Committee of Listed Registrants.

Not applicable.

 

Item 6.

Investments.

 

  (a)

Schedule of Investments in securities of unaffiliated issuers as of the close of the reporting period is included as part of the report to shareholders filed under Item 1(a) of this form.

 

  (b)

Not applicable.

 

Item 7.

Disclosure of Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures for Closed-End Management Investment Companies.

Not applicable.


Item 8.

Portfolio Managers of Closed-End Management Investment Companies.

Not applicable.

 

Item 9.

Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management Investment Company and Affiliated Purchasers.

Not applicable.

 

Item 10.

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

There have been no material changes to the procedures by which the shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board of trustees, where those changes were implemented after the registrant last provided disclosure in response to the requirements of Item 407(c)(2)(iv) of Regulation S-K (17 CFR 229.407) (as required by Item 22(b)(15) of Schedule 14A (17 CFR 240.14a-101)), or this Item.

 

Item 11.

Controls and Procedures.

 

  (a)

The registrant’s principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, have concluded that the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”) (17 CFR 270.30a-3(c))) are effective, as of a date within 90 days of the filing date of the report that includes the disclosure required by this paragraph, based on their evaluation of these controls and procedures required by Rule 30a-3(b) under the 1940 Act (17 CFR 270.30a-3(b)) and Rules 13a-15(b) or 15d-15(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (17 CFR 240.13a-15(b) or 240.15d-15(b)).

 

  (b)

There were no changes in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the 1940 Act (17 CFR 270.30a-3(d))) that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

Item 12.

Disclosure of Securities Lending Activities for Closed-End Management Investment Companies.

Not applicable.

 

Item 13.

Exhibits.

 

(a)(1)

   Code of ethics, or any amendment thereto, that is the subject of disclosure required by Item 2 is attached hereto.

(a)(2)

   Certifications pursuant to Rule 30a-2(a) under the 1940 Act and Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 are attached hereto.

(a)(2)(1)

   Not applicable.

(a)(2)(2)

   Not applicable.

(b)

   Certifications pursuant to Rule 30a-2(b) under the 1940 Act and Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 are attached hereto.


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

(Registrant)    Virtus Asset Trust   
By (Signature and Title)*   

/s/ George R. Aylward

  
   George R. Aylward, President   
   (principal executive officer)   
Date 3/7/22      

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

By (Signature and Title)*   

/s/ George R. Aylward

  
   George R. Aylward, President   
   (principal executive officer)   
Date 3/7/22      
By (Signature and Title)*   

/s/ W. Patrick Bradley

  
   W. Patrick Bradley, Executive Vice President,   
   Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer   
   (principal financial officer)   
Date 3/7/22      

 

* 

Print the name and title of each signing officer under his or her signature.