June 30, 2022
Annual Report
VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF
VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF
VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF
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Victory Portfolios II
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Shareholder Letter (Unaudited) |
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Managers'
Commentary / Investment Overview (Unaudited) |
6 |
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Investment
Objective and Portfolio Holdings (Unaudited) |
45 |
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Schedules of Portfolio Investments |
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VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF |
62 | ||||||
VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF |
74 | ||||||
VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF |
86 | ||||||
VictoryShares
US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
105 | ||||||
VictoryShares
US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
109 | ||||||
VictoryShares
International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
113 | ||||||
VictoryShares
Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
120 | ||||||
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF |
127 | ||||||
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF |
130 | ||||||
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
133 | ||||||
VictoryShares
US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
145 | ||||||
VictoryShares
US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
149 | ||||||
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
161 | ||||||
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF |
181 | ||||||
VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF |
184 | ||||||
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF |
198 | ||||||
VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF |
206 |
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Financial Statements |
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Statements of Assets and Liabilities |
208 | ||||||
Statements of Operations |
214 | ||||||
Statements of Changes in Net Assets |
220 | ||||||
Financial Highlights |
226 | ||||||
Notes to Financial Statements |
238 |
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Report of
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm |
262 |
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Supplemental Information (Unaudited) |
264 |
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Trustee and Officer Information |
264 | ||||||
Proxy Voting and Portfolio Holdings Information |
268 | ||||||
Expense Examples |
268 | ||||||
Additional Federal Income Tax Information |
270 | ||||||
Liquidity Risk Management Program |
271 | ||||||
Privacy Policy (inside back cover) |
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IRA DISTRIBUTION WITHHOLDING DISCLOSURE
We generally must withhold federal income tax at a rate of 10% of the taxable portion of your distribution and, if you live in a state that requires state income tax withholding, at your state's tax rate. However, you may elect not to have withholding apply or to have income tax withheld at a higher rate. Any withholding election that you make will apply to any subsequent distribution unless and until you change or revoke the election. If you wish to make a withholding election, or change or revoke a prior withholding election, call 800-539-3863 and form W-4P (OMB No. 1545-0074 withholding certificate for pension or annuity payments) will be electronically sent.
If you do not have a withholding election in place by the date of a distribution, federal income tax will be withheld from the taxable portion of your distribution at a rate of 10%. If you must pay estimated taxes, you may be subject to estimated tax penalties if your estimated tax payments are not sufficient and sufficient tax is not withheld from your distribution.
For more specific information, please consult your tax adviser.
The Funds are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC. Victory Capital Management Inc. is the investment adviser to the Funds and receives fees from the Funds for performing services for the Funds.
This report is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by a current prospectus of the Victory Funds.
For additional information about any Victory Fund, including fees, expenses, and risks, view our prospectus online at vcm.com or call 800-539-3863. Read it carefully before you invest or send money.
The information in this report is based on data obtained from recognized services and sources and is believed to be reliable. Any opinions, projections, or recommendations in this report are subject to change without notice and are not intended as individual investment advice. Past investment performance of the Funds, markets or securities mentioned herein should not be considered to be indicative of future results.
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Call Victory at:
800-539-FUND (800-539-3863)
Visit our website at:
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Victory Funds Letter
to Shareholders
(Unaudited)
Dear Shareholder,
Looking back over our most recent annual reporting period offers us a stark reminder that markets go up and down, and that investor sentiment can shift quickly.
Although most of 2021 was constructive for financial markets, the script flipped as we entered the new calendar year. More recently, investors have been focused on a host of worries. Inflation data has been running hotter than expected. The U.S. Federal Reserve (the "Fed") has embarked on a new rate-hike cycle and a terrible war is raging in Eastern Europe. All these issues, among other factors, have ratcheted up market volatility in both stock and bond markets. Many broad-market stock indices have pulled back substantially during the first half of 2022 and even entered "bear market" territory, which is typically considered a 20% pullback from the most recent highs. Meanwhile, fixed income investors are also dealing with elevated volatility, and wide swaths of the bond market have struggled in the face of rising interest rates.
Throughout the ups and downs of the past annual reporting period, there have been interesting differences playing out within the broader market. In general, large-cap stocks outperformed smaller-capitalization companies for the full annual reporting period. Meanwhile, growth-oriented styles led value-oriented investments during the earlier part of our annual reporting period, while the reverse was true during the latter segment of the reporting period (as measured by the Russell family of indices). Perhaps this reflects investors' realization and expectations for future higher interest rates and corresponding higher borrowing costs.
There were other notable subplots, too. During much of 2021 we watched crypto assets captivate investors, only to see them fall out of favor as sentiment soured. This year we've seen oil prices surge, which helped fuel gains across the energy landscape while many other sectors lagged. The Energy and Utilities sectors (and yes, Cash) have been the lone bright spots for many investor portfolios. If anything, this underscores the importance of diversification.
Looking at the numbers, we see that the S&P 500? Index, the bell-weather proxy for our domestic stock market, declined by 10.62% for the 12-month period ended June 30, 2022. Over this same annual period, the yield on the 10-Year U.S. Treasury jumped 1.53%, thanks largely to the Fed's shift toward a less accommodative monetary policy and the first rate hike in three years. At the end of our reporting period, the yield on the 10-Year U.S. Treasury finished at 2.98%.
Given the market environment of the past few months, it's no surprise that investors have become more focused on risk management and downside protection. Remember, our experience managing portfolios through various economic cycles has taught us to remain calm in the face of market turmoil. It is our view that a long-term perspective, a well-diversified portfolio across asset classes and investment types, and a clear understanding of individual risk tolerances are some of the key ingredients for staying the course and progressing on investment goals.
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As ever, there will be challenges ahead. The Fed has declared its intent to continue raising rates until the recent elevated inflation readings decline. Labor shortages, ongoing supply chain issues, high energy prices, and the Russia-Ukraine war are among the performance detractors investors continue to navigate. There's even some chatter about a possible recession.
Although we cannot tell you with any certainty what markets will do in the future, we can assure you that the investment professionals at all our independent franchises continually monitor the environment and work hard to position portfolios opportunistically no matter what the markets bring.
On the following pages you will find information relating to your Victory Funds investment. If you have any questions regarding the current market dynamics or your specific portfolio or investment plan, we encourage you to contact your financial advisor. If you invest with us directly, you may call 800-539-3863 or visit our website at www.vcm.com.
From all of us here at Victory Capital, thank you for letting us help you work toward your investment goals.
Christopher K. Dyer, CFA
President,
Victory Funds
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VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -8.63% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -8.32%. The Fund outperformed the S&P 500? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -10.62% for the period.
Over the reporting period, the Fund's performance relative to the S&P 500? Index was driven by its underweight positions in the largest market-cap stocks within the index. The top 10 stocks in the S&P 500? Index combined to make up over 28% of the Index, while the Fund only held 2% in these same names. This underweight added 0.54% of relative performance. The Fund's positive stock selection in the rest of the market also added value during the reporting period. The Fund's underweight to the Energy sector was a detractor from relative performance.
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VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/1/14 |
7/1/14 |
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Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Large Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
S&P 500? Index2 |
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One Year |
?8.63 |
% |
?8.57 |
% |
?8.32 |
% |
?10.62 |
% |
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Five Year |
9.29 |
% |
9.29 |
% |
9.66 |
% |
11.31 |
% |
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Since Inception |
9.33 |
% |
9.33 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index consists of 500 of the largest U.S. stocks with consistent positive earnings. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The S&P 500? Index, an unmanaged index comprised of 500 domestically traded common stocks, is weighted according to the market value of each common stock in the index, and includes reinvestment of dividends. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -11.82% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -11.40%. The Fund outperformed the Russell 2000? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -25.20% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to the Financials sector and underweight to the Health Care sector were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Energy sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Health Care and Information Technology sectors, but detracted in the Energy sector.
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VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/8/15 |
7/8/15 |
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Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Small Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
Russell 2000? Index2 |
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One Year |
?11.82 |
% |
?11.83 |
% |
?11.40 |
% |
?25.20 |
% |
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Five Year |
7.37 |
% |
7.38 |
% |
7.75 |
% |
5.17 |
% |
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Since Inception |
8.49 |
% |
8.49 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index consists of 500 of the largest U.S. small cap stocks with $3 billion or less of market value with consistent positive earnings. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The Russell 2000? Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International 500 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -16.10% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -15.81%. The Fund outperformed the MSCI EAFE Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -17.77% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to Canada was a large positive contributor to relative performance. An overweight to South Korea was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in Japan and the Netherlands, but detracted in the United Kingdom.
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VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
8/20/15 |
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Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
International 500 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
MSCI EAFE Index (Net)2 |
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One Year |
?16.10 |
% |
?15.53 |
% |
?15.81 |
% |
?17.77 |
% |
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Five Year |
2.19 |
% |
2.25 |
% |
2.45 |
% |
2.20 |
% |
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Since Inception |
3.10 |
% |
3.21 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory International 500 Volatility Weighted Index consists of 500 of the largest developed country stocks with consistent positive earnings. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The MSCI EAFE Index (Net) is an equity index that captures large-cap and mid-cap representation across Developed Markets countries around the world. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned 5.50% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of 5.95%. The Fund outperformed the Russell 1000? Value Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -6.82% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to the Utilities and Consumer Staples sectors were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Health Care sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Consumer Staples and Information Technology sectors, but detracted in the Energy sector.
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VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/8/15 |
7/8/15 |
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Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
Russell
1000? Value Index2 |
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One Year |
5.50 |
% |
5.63 |
% |
5.95 |
% |
?6.82 |
% |
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Five Year |
10.02 |
% |
10.04 |
% |
10.44 |
% |
7.17 |
% |
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Since Inception |
10.88 |
% |
10.90 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index consists of the highest 100 dividend yielding stocks of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The Russell 1000? Value Index is made up of about 1,000 of the largest companies in the U.S. equity market. It represents top companies by market capitalization. It's made up of about 90% of the total market capitalization of all U.S. stocks. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -9.76% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -9.31%. The Fund outperformed the Russell 2000? Value Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -16.28% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to the Consumer Staples sector and underweight to the Health Care sector were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Health Care sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Consumer Discretionary and Financials sectors, but detracted in the Industrials sector.
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VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/8/15 |
7/8/15 |
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Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Small Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
Russell
2000? Value Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?9.76 |
% |
?9.78 |
% |
?9.31 |
% |
?16.28 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
9.10 |
% |
9.11 |
% |
9.50 |
% |
4.89 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
9.63 |
% |
9.64 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index consists of the highest 100 dividend-yielding stocks of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The Russell 2000? Index is an index measuring the performance of approximately 2,000 smallest-cap American companies in the Russell 3000? Index, which is made up of 3,000 of the largest U.S. stocks. It is a market cap-weighted index. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -5.92% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -5.32%. The Fund outperformed the MSCI EAFE Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -17.77% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to Canada was a large positive contributor to relative performance. An overweight to South Korea was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in Japan and the Netherlands, but detracted in Norway.
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VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
8/20/15 |
8/20/15 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
International High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
MSCI EAFE Index (Net)2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?5.92 |
% |
?5.82 |
% |
?5.32 |
% |
?17.77 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
1.31 |
% |
1.22 |
% |
1.81 |
% |
2.20 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
1.67 |
% |
1.67 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory International High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index consists of the highest 100 dividend-yielding stocks of the Nasdaq Victory International 500 Volatility Weighted Index. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The MSCI EAFE Index (Net) is an equity index that captures large-cap and mid-cap representation across Developed Markets countries around the world. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
17
VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory Emerging Market High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -18.55% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -17.69%. The Fund outperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -25.28% for the period.
The Fund's underweight to South Korea was a large positive contributor to relative performance. An overweight to Russia was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in China and Taiwan, but detracted in Malaysia.
18
VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
10/26/17 |
10/26/17 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
Emerging Market High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index1 |
MSCI
Emerging Markets Index (Net)2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?18.55 |
% |
?17.96 |
% |
?17.69 |
% |
?25.28 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
?1.39 |
% |
?1.34 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory Emerging Market High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index consists of the highest 100 dividend-yielding stocks of the Nasdaq Victory Emerging Market 500 Volatility Weighted Index. These stocks are then weighted based on their standard deviation (volatility). This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The MSCI Emerging Markets Index (Net) captures large- and mid-cap representation across 24 Emerging Markets (EM) countries. With 1,380 constituents, the index covers approximately 85% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization in each country. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
19
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory Dividend Accelerator Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -4.49% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -4.13%. The Fund outperformed the S&P 500? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -10.62% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to the Consumer Staples sector and underweight to the Communication Services sector were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Energy sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Consumer Discretionary and Financials sectors, but detracted in the Materials sector.
20
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
4/18/17 |
4/18/17 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
Dividend Accelerator Index1 |
S&P 500? Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?4.49 |
% |
?4.54 |
% |
?4.13 |
% |
?10.62 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
11.58 |
% |
11.59 |
% |
12.00 |
% |
11.31 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
11.75 |
% |
11.76 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory Dividend Accelerator Index utilizes a rules-based approach designed to identify dividend paying stocks with a higher likelihood of future dividend growth. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The S&P 500? Index is an unmanaged index comprised of 500 domestically traded common stocks, is weighted according to the market value of each common stock in the index, and includes reinvestment of dividends. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
21
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -2.04% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -1.65%. The Fund outperformed the S&P 500? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -10.62% for the period.
The Fund's overweight to the Consumer Staples sector and underweight to the Communication Services sector were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Energy sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Consumer Discretionary and Industrials sectors, but detracted in Consumer Staples.
22
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
6/22/17 |
6/22/17 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility Index1 |
S&P 500? Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?2.04 |
% |
?1.97 |
% |
?1.65 |
% |
?10.62 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
10.37 |
% |
10.35 |
% |
10.77 |
% |
11.31 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
10.19 |
% |
10.17 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility Index utilizes a rules-based approach designed to generate investment returns with less volatility than the broader U.S. market. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The S&P 500? Index is an unmanaged index comprised of 500 domestically traded common stocks, is weighted according to the market value of each common stock in the index, and includes reinvestment of dividends. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
23
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -8.67% over the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -8.32%. The Fund outperformed the S&P 500? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -10.62% for the period.
In tracking the Index and its rules-based methodology, the Fund reallocates from equities to U.S. Treasury bills ("T-Bills") during periods of significant market decline ("Long/Cash feature"). The Long/Cash feature of the Index triggered during the reporting period and the Fund was 75% allocated to T-Bills and 25% to equities during May of 2022. The Fund then reallocated to 100% equities in June of 2022. The Long/Cash feature had a relatively small impact on the Fund's relative performance versus the S&P 500? Index for the fiscal year.
Over the reporting period, the Fund's performance relative to the S&P 500? Index was driven by its underweight positions in the largest market-cap names within the index. The top 10 stocks in the S&P 500? Index combined to make up over 28% of the Index, while the Fund only held 2% in these same names. This underweight added 0.54% of relative performance. The Fund's positive stock selection in the rest of the market also added value during the reporting period. The Fund's cash allocation and underweight to the Energy sector were detractors during the reporting period.
24
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/1/14 |
7/1/14 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Large Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index1 |
S&P 500? Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?8.67 |
% |
?8.67 |
% |
?8.32 |
% |
?10.62 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
9.24 |
% |
9.25 |
% |
9.66 |
% |
11.31 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
9.27 |
% |
9.28 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index reduces its exposure to the equity markets during periods of significant market declines and reinvests when market prices have further declined or rebounded. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The S&P 500? Index is an unmanaged index comprised of 500 domestically traded common stocks, is weighted according to the market value of each common stock in the index, and includes reinvestment of dividends. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
25
VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
The VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned 5.49% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of 5.95%. The Fund outperformed the Russell 1000? Value Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -6.82% for the period.
In tracking the Index and its rules-based methodology, the Fund reallocates from equities to U.S. Treasury bills ("T-Bills") during periods of significant market decline ("Long/Cash feature"). The Long/Cash feature of the Index did not trigger during the reporting period.
The Fund's overweight to the Utilities and Consumer Staples sectors were positive contributors to relative performance. The underweight to the Health Care sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Consumer Staples and Information Technology sectors, but detracted in the Energy sector.
26
VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/1/14 |
7/1/14 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index1 |
Russell
1000? Value Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
5.49 |
% |
5.55 |
% |
5.95 |
% |
?6.82 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
12.13 |
% |
12.13 |
% |
12.58 |
% |
7.17 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
11.54 |
% |
11.54 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index reduces its exposure to the equity markets during periods of significant market declines and reinvests when market prices have further declined or rebounded. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The Russell 1000? Value Index is made up of about 1,000 of the largest companies in the U.S. equity market. It represents top companies by market capitalization. It's made up of about 90% of the total market capitalization of all U.S. stocks. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
27
VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -8.00% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -7.49%, The Fund outperformed the Russell 2000? Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -25.20% for the period.
In tracking the Index and its rules-based methodology, the Fund reallocates from equities to U.S. Treasury bills ("T-Bills") during periods of significant market decline ("Long/Cash feature"). The Long/Cash feature of the Index triggered during the reporting period and the Fund was 75% allocated to T-Bills and 25% to equities in May and June of 2022.
The Long/Cash feature had a positive impact on the Fund's relative performance versus the Russell 2000? Index for the fiscal year. The Fund's underweight to the Health Care sector was a positive contributor to relative performance. The underweight to the Energy sector was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in the Health Care and Information Technology sectors, but detracted in the Energy sector.
28
VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
7/31/14 |
7/31/14 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
US Small Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index1 |
Russell 2000? Index2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?8.00 |
% |
?8.06 |
% |
?7.49 |
% |
?25.20 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
7.21 |
% |
7.21 |
% |
7.71 |
% |
5.17 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
7.14 |
% |
7.13 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index reduces its exposure to the equity markets during periods of significant market declines and reinvests when market prices have further declined or rebounded. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The Russell 2000? Index is a market capitalization-weighted index composed of 2,000 U.S. small-cap common stocks. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
29
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF (the "Fund") seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -11.20% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -10.72%. The Fund outperformed the MSCI EAFE Index, a market cap-based index against which the performance of the Fund is also measured, which returned -17.77% for the period.
In tracking the Index and its rules-based methodology, the Fund reallocates from equities to U.S. Treasury bills ("T-Bills") during periods of significant market decline ("Long/Cash feature"). The Long/Cash feature of the Index triggered during the reporting period and the Fund was 75% allocated to T-Bills and 25% to equities in May and June of 2022.
The Long/Cash feature had a positive impact on the Fund's relative performance versus the MSCI EAFE Index for the fiscal year. The Fund's overweight to Canada was a large positive contributor to relative performance. An overweight to South Korea was a detractor. Stock selection was positive in Japan and the Netherlands, but detracted in the United Kingdom.
30
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
9/30/14 |
9/30/14 |
|||||||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Victory
International 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index1 |
MSCI EAFE Index (Net)2 |
||||||||||||||||
One Year |
?11.20 |
% |
?10.85 |
% |
?10.72 |
% |
?17.77 |
% |
|||||||||||
Five Year |
0.67 |
% |
0.47 |
% |
1.17 |
% |
2.20 |
% |
|||||||||||
Since Inception |
?0.03 |
% |
?0.04 |
% |
N/A |
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Victory International 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index reduces its exposure to the equity markets during periods of significant market declines and reinvests when the market prices have further declined or rebounded. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
2The MSCI EAFE Index (Net) is an equity index that captures large-cap and mid-cap representation across Developed Markets countries around the world. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
31
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF offers exposure to the new generation of innovators, the 50 stocks that are next in line for inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 Index?. The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Q-50 Index? (the "Index") before fees and expenses.
The Fund returned -32.34% for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, compared to the Index's return of -32.29% for the period.
The Index's large weight and stock selection within the Technology sector was the largest negative contributors to the Fund's relative performance. The Consumer Discretionary and Communication Services sectors were also negative contributors.
32
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Year Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
9/9/20 |
9/9/20 |
|||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Nasdaq Q-50 Index1 |
|||||||||||||
One Year |
?32.34 |
% |
?32.34 |
% |
?32.29 |
% |
|||||||||
Since Inception |
?4.79 |
% |
?4.18 |
% |
|
N/A |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Nasdaq Q-50 Index is a market capitalization-weighted index designed to track the performance of companies that are next-eligible for inclusion into the Nasdaq-100? Index. The Index is comprised of 50 securities ranked by market capitalization and reflects companies across major industry groups including computer hardware and software, telecommunications, retail/wholesale trade, and biotechnology. It does not contain securities of financial companies including banking and investment companies, as these are ineligible for Nasdaq-100? Index inclusion. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
33
VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
What were the market conditions during the reporting period?
As the world attempted to return to normal, coming out of the historical COVID-19 government-imposed lockdowns, the consequences of those lockdowns began to manifest themselves. In particular, global supply chains that functioned smoothly pre-COVID-19 were disrupted in ways that have yet to work themselves out. Generally speaking, the result was demand that rebounded faster than supply could keep up. To make matters worse, apart from the human tragedy itself, Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 added to the supply chain issues, with impacts on the price of oil, natural gas, wheat, and fertilizer, to name but a few. While the general price level fell during COVID-19, when demand fell faster than supply, the reverse is now true. As measured by the Consumer Price Index, the price level skyrocketed to 7% in 2021. During 2022, prices have risen even further, to 8.6% as of the end of May 2022.
These events have taken their toll on the financial markets, with the S&P 500? Index down 10.6% year over year, and 20% year to date; officially "bear market" territory. The bond market did not escape the pain, either. Indeed, the past year has been one of the worst for fixed income markets over the last 50 years, if not all of history. The one-year total return for the period ending June 30, 2022, for the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index (the "Index") was worse than even during the U.S. dollar devaluation period in the late 1970s/early 1980s, down 10.3% year over year and down 10.4% year to date, performance almost as poor as the stock market.
These results were driven primarily by the significant rise in interest rates, as the bond market reacted to the dramatic increases in the price level. While the U.S. Federal Reserve (the "Fed") initially believed these price increases to be transitory, the bond market forced them to quickly abandon that thought. What was originally expected to be a gradual increase of 25 basis points ("bps") (a basis point is 1/100th of a percentage point) in the Fed Funds rate morphed into rate hikes that haven't been seen since 1994. The Fed started hiking rates by 25 bps in March, then was forced to higher hikes of 50 bps in May and a whopping 75-bps hike in June.
In addition to the jump in U.S. Treasury rates, bond spreads have widened out as well. Year over year, the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Index option-adjusted spread rose from 0.80% to 1.55%, an increase of 75 bps. This took its toll on the fixed income market, leaving the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Index with a one-year negative total return of -14.2%.
Some economists are starting to predict a recession. The recent rise in interest rates is already beginning to dampen demand, particularly for housing, as well as automobiles. Higher gasoline and food prices are also taking their toll, forcing consumers to curtail other purchases. Although the employment situation looks decent with the unemployment rate at 3.6%, that's typically a lagging indicator, and the COVID-19 lockdowns caused havoc in the labor markets, as many businesses still cannot fill all the positions they need. Real Gross Domestic Product decreased -1.6% in the first quarter of 2022, and a decrease in the second quarter would fit the textbook definition of recession, although the consensus estimate is for growth in the second quarter. Recession or no recession, economic activity is likely to slow in the near term as the economy readjusts from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF
Managers' Commentary (continued)
How did the VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF (the "Fund") perform during the reporting period?
The Fund commenced operations on October 5, 2021. Since inception, the Fund returned -11.20%, underperforming the Index, which returned -10.29% for the period.
What strategies did you employ during the reporting period?
From the Fund's inception, bond spreads gradually began to widen into the end of 2021 and such widening precipitately increased following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the subsequent increase in worldwide energy costs and persistent global inflation. Relative to the Index, the Fund was helped by its allocation to structured products, floating-rate bank loans, floating-rate commercial mortgage-backed securities and our issue selection of taxable municipals, as well as security selection amongst other spread-based, asset-backed securities. The Fund benefitted from allocations to auto loan asset-backed securities, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), single asset, single borrower commercial mortgage-backed securities, Consumer Products, Airlines, and Consumer Non-Cyclical companies. Bond selection, especially within the Airlines, Cable and Satellite, Insurance, and Consumer Cyclical services also added to relative returns. An underweight position in U.S. Treasury securities, which generated less negative returns than the Index (as all spread product widened), hindered relative performance. Finally, our income orientation contributed positively to results. Over time, the income generated by the Fund accounts for the majority of its long-term return.
Under normal circumstances, the Fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in securities of issuers that, at the time of purchase, rank in the highest three categories of the Adviser's proprietary environmental, social and governance ("ESG") composite score (described further in the Fund's prospectus), or are issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, which are generally deemed to be rated in one of the highest three categories.
In assessing potential investments, we assess the following ESG factors:
? Environmental ? Evaluated factors might include greenhouse gas emissions or water withdrawal figures (particularly in regions of scarcity), or an evaluation of the probability of meeting greenhouse gas emissions targets in the years ahead or the quality of the issuer's water usage policy.
? Social ? Evaluated factors might include examining elements such as the issuer's safety record and the diversity of its management, as well as any stated targets towards improving these.
? Governance ? Evaluated factors might include examining, for example, the inclusiveness of the issuer's leadership and its corporate behavior and ethics.
During the reporting period the Fund continued to purchase securities that adhered to the above standards. Application of the Fund's ESG strategy along with other factors, including duration positioning and sector allocation, detracted from the Fund's investment returns relative to the Index during the period ending June 30, 2022. In particular, our security selection within the Banking, Technology, and Retail sectors contributed most to underperformance.
In keeping with our investment process, we continued to build the Fund bond by bond. We seek ideas where our fundamental understanding of the credit risk is different than that of
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VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF
Managers' Commentary (continued)
the market, working with our team of analysts to evaluate each potential investment individually. During the reporting period, we found select attractive opportunities as we continued to seek relative values across the fixed income market. We took advantage of periods of volatility to add or reduce select investments in corporate credit, commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities and taxable municipals. As spreads widened over the course of the period, we gradually increased exposure to spread products by decreasing our holdings in U.S. Treasury securities.
Our analysts continued to analyze and monitor every holding in the Fund. We are committed to building a portfolio diversified among multiple asset classes and across a large number of issuers. To minimize the Fund's exposure to potential surprises, we limit the positions we take in any one issuer.
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VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Period Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
10/4/21 |
10/4/21 |
|||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Bloomberg US
|
|||||||||||||
Since Inception |
?11.20 |
% |
?10.96 |
% |
?10.29 |
% |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index is a broad-based benchmark that measures the investment-grade, U.S. dollar-denominated, fixed-rate taxable bond market. This includes Treasuries, government-related and corporate securities, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities and collateralized mortgage-backed securities. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index. As of August 24, 2021, Bloomberg rebranded the Bloomberg Barclays fixed income indices as "Bloomberg Indices."
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
37
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
What were the market conditions during the reporting period?
As the world attempted to return to normal, coming out of the historical COVID-19 government-imposed lockdowns, the consequences of those lockdowns began to manifest themselves. In particular, global supply chains that functioned smoothly pre-COVID-19 were disrupted in ways that have yet to work themselves out. Generally speaking, the result was demand that rebounded faster than supply could keep up. To make matters worse, apart from the human tragedy itself, Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 added to the supply chain issues, with impacts on the price of oil, natural gas, wheat, and fertilizer, to name but a few. While the general price level fell during COVID-19, when demand fell faster than supply, the reverse is now true. As measured by the Consumer Price Index, the price level skyrocketed to 7% in 2021. During 2022, prices have risen even further, to 8.6% as of the end of May 2022.
These events have taken their toll on the financial markets, with the S&P 500? Index down 10.6% year over year, and 20% year to date; officially "bear market" territory. The bond market did not escape the pain, either. Indeed, the past year has been one of the worst for fixed income markets over the last 50 years, if not all of history. The one-year total return for the period ending June 30, 2022, for the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index was worse than even during the U.S. dollar devaluation period in the late 1970s/early 1980s, down 10.3% year over year and down 10.4% year to date, performance almost as poor as the stock market.
These results were driven primarily by the significant rise in interest rates, as the bond market reacted to the dramatic increases in the price level. While the U.S. Federal Reserve (the "Fed") initially believed these price increases to be transitory, the bond market forced them to quickly abandon that thought. What was originally expected to be a gradual increase of 25 basis points ("bps") (a basis point is 1/100th of a percentage point) in the Fed Funds rate morphed into rate hikes that haven't been seen since 1994. The Fed started hiking rates by 25 bps in March, then was forced to higher hikes of 50 bps in May and a whopping 75-bps hike in June.
In addition to the jump in U.S. Treasury rates, bond spreads have widened out as well. Year over year, the Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Index (the "Index") option-adjusted spread rose from 0.80% to 1.55%, an increase of 75 bps. This took its toll on the fixed income market, leaving the Index with a one-year negative total return of -14.2%.
Some economists are starting to predict a recession. The recent rise in interest rates is already beginning to dampen demand, particularly for housing, as well as automobiles. Higher gasoline and food prices are also taking their toll, forcing consumers to curtail other purchases. Although the employment situation looks decent with the unemployment rate at 3.6%, that's typically a lagging indicator, and the COVID-19 lockdowns caused havoc in the labor markets, as many businesses still cannot fill all the positions they need. Real Gross Domestic Product decreased -1.6% in the first quarter of 2022, and a decrease in the second quarter would fit the textbook definition of recession, although the consensus estimate is for growth in the second quarter. Recession or no recession, economic activity is likely to slow in the near term as the economy readjusts from the COVID-19 pandemic.
38
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF
Managers' Commentary (continued)
How did VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF (the "Fund") perform during the reporting period?
The Fund commenced operations on October 5, 2021. Since inception, the Fund returned -15.37%, underperforming the Index, which returned -14.48% for the period,
What strategies did you employ during the reporting period?
From the Fund's inception, bond spreads gradually began to widen into the end of 2021 and such widening precipitately increased following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the subsequent increase in worldwide energy costs and persistent global inflation. Higher inflation also led to a more restrictive monetary policy by the Fed and greater uncertainty regarding economic growth. Global financial markets performed poorly as the macroeconomic and geopolitical environment deteriorated. The Fund has a higher allocation to BBB-rated corporate credit, which is the lowest rating category within investment grade, relative to the Index, was a primary driver of underperformance.
Under normal circumstances, the Fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in securities of issuers that, at the time of purchase, rank in the highest three categories of the Adviser's proprietary environmental, social and governance ("ESG") composite score (described further in the Fund's prospectus), or are issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, which are generally deemed to be rated in one of the highest three categories.
In assessing potential investments, we assess the following ESG factors:
? Environmental ? Evaluated factors might include greenhouse gas emissions or water withdrawal figures (particularly in regions of scarcity), or an evaluation of the probability of meeting greenhouse gas emissions targets in the years ahead or the quality of the issuer's water usage policy.
? Social ? Evaluated factors might include examining elements such as the issuer's safety record and the diversity of its management, as well as any stated targets towards improving these.
? Governance ? Evaluated factors might include examining, for example, the inclusiveness of the issuer's leadership and its corporate behavior and ethics.
During the reporting period the Fund continued to purchase securities that adhered to the above standards. Application of the Fund's ESG strategy along with other factors, including duration positioning and sector allocation, detracted from the Fund's investment returns relative to the Index during the period ending June 30, 2022. In particular, our over-allocation to corporate bonds, asset-backed securities, and commercial mortgage-backed securities, along with security selection within the Financial and Industrial sectors contributed most to underperformance.
In keeping with our investment process, we continued to build the Fund bond by bond. We seek ideas where our fundamental understanding of the credit risk is different than that of the market, working with our team of analysts to evaluate each potential investment individually. During the reporting period, we found select attractive opportunities as we continued to seek relative values across the fixed income market.
39
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF
Managers' Commentary (continued)
Our analysts continued to analyze and monitor every holding in the Fund. We are committed to building a portfolio diversified among multiple asset classes and across a large number of issuers. To minimize the Fund's exposure to potential surprises, we limit the positions we take in any one issuer.
40
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Period Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
10/4/21 |
10/4/21 |
|||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Bloomberg U.S.
|
|||||||||||||
Since Inception |
?15.37 |
% |
?15.08 |
% |
?14.48 |
% |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Bloomberg U.S. Corporate Bond Index measures the investment grade, U.S. dollar-denominated, fixed-rate taxable bond market. The index includes Treasurys, government-related and corporate securities, MBS, ABS and CMBS. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
41
VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF
Managers'
Commentary
(Unaudited)
What were the market conditions during the reporting period?
U.S. equities were broadly lower during the period as a series of events kept investors concerns elevated. The COVID-19 Omicron variant outbreak in November ? December period last year was followed by geopolitical tensions culminating with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February. The war in Ukraine and new China lockdowns in the spring served to amplify preexisting inflationary drivers such as energy prices and supply chain disruptions. In response, the U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates and struck a more hawkish tone, intending to bring inflation under control. The direction of interest rates and of inflation have been widely discussed and appear to have impacted a large swath of assets. Accurately predicting the future levels of interest rates is notoriously difficult, but certain of these anomalies appear to be reversing and may indicate that the extended period of ultra-low interest rates is ending.
How did VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF (the "Fund") perform during the reporting period?
The Fund commenced operations on October 5, 2021. Since inception, the Fund returned -13.23%, outperforming the Russell Midcap? Index (the "Index"), which returned -17.33% for the period.
What strategies did you employ during the reporting period?
The Fund utilizes a bottom-up, fundamental approach to find mispriced securities within the investment universe. The Fund selects investments based on an active fundamental process that combines financial analysis and proprietary research to evaluate potential investments' management and long-term outlook and business strategy. Using this process, the Fund generated the highest contribution to the return from the Materials, Consumer Discretionary, and Consumer Staples sectors over the period, while the Industrials, Information Technology, and Health Care sectors were the primary detractors. The Fund's top five-performing stocks (from a contribution standpoint) were Synopsys Inc. (Information Technology), Carlisle Cos., Inc. (Industrials), IHS Markit, Ltd. (Industrials), Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Information Technology), and CACI International, Inc. (Industrials). The bottom five-performing stocks (from a contribution standpoint) were GXO Logistics, Inc. (Industrials), Zebra Technologies, Inc. (Information Technology), Dentsply Sirona, Inc. (Health Care), Darling Ingredients, Inc. (Consumer Staples), and Tyler Technologies, Inc. (Information Technology).
We apply our internally developed Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") rating methodology to each company when making portfolio decisions. Our portfolio management team gathers relevant ESG data using multiple primary and secondary sources such as company filings, discussions with management, news, and a number of third-party data providers. ESG data may include metrics regarding a company's carbon emissions, water utilization, employee diversity, and director independence, among other things. The Fund does not exclusively rely on any third-party ESG ratings or scores during the portfolio construction process to make investment decisions and its own proprietary ratings could differ from those of a third party. In addition, we use a bottom-up, fundamental research investment process integrated with analysis of a company's ESG factors to identify high-quality companies we believe have the ability to sustainably grow shareholder equity and
42
VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF
Managers' Commentary (continued)
that are trading below the Adviser's assessment of their intrinsic value. We believe there is a strong linkage between high-quality companies, good corporate citizenship, and long-term shareholder value creation.
The Energy and Utilities sectors outperformed the Index during the period. The Fund's investment strategy provides that it will not invest in companies involved in the primary manufacture of certain types of products (e.g., thermal coal and fossil fuels). Thus, our underweight (zero allocation) to high greenhouse gas-emitting sectors (Energy and Utilities) was a primary and material detractor from performance.
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VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF
Investment
Overview
(Unaudited)
Average Annual Total Return
Period Ended June 30, 2022
INCEPTION DATE |
10/4/21 |
10/4/21 |
|||||||||||||
Net Asset Value |
Market Price Value |
Russell Midcap? Index1 |
|||||||||||||
Since Inception |
?13.23 |
% |
?13.17 |
% |
?17.33 |
% |
The performance data quoted represents past performance and current returns may be lower or higher. The investment return and principal value will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. To obtain performance information current to the most recent month's end, please visit www.vcm.com.
Total return measures the price change in a share assuming the reinvestment of all net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, if any. The total returns quoted do not reflect adjustments made to the enclosed financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on net investment income and realized capital gain distributions, including reinvested distributions, or redemptions of shares. The total return figures set forth above include all waivers of fees. Without such fee waivers, the total returns would have been lower.
VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF ? Growth of $10,000
1The Russell Midcap? Index is an unmanaged index measuring the performance of medium capitalization domestically traded common stocks. This index does not include the effect of commissions, expenses, or taxes, is not representative of the Fund, and it is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The graph reflects investment of growth of a hypothetical $10,000 investment in the Fund.
The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of shares.
Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US 500 Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Johnson & Johnson |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
PepsiCo, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Southern Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Hershey Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
McDonald's Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Verizon Communications, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Waste Management, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
American Electric Power Co., Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Coca-Cola Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Duke Energy Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
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Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US Small Cap Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap 500 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. |
0.5 |
% |
|||||
MGE Energy, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
OSI Systems, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
BancFirst Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Universal Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
CSG Systems International, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Unitil Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
John B Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Otter Tail Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
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Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares International Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International 500 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Hydro One Ltd. |
0.6 |
% |
|||||
Emera, Inc. |
0.6 |
% |
|||||
BCE, Inc. |
0.6 |
% |
|||||
Fortis, Inc. |
0.5 |
% |
|||||
TELUS Corp. |
0.5 |
% |
|||||
CLP Holdings Ltd. |
0.5 |
% |
|||||
Power Assets Holdings Ltd. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Intact Financial Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Royal Bank of Canada |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Great-West Lifeco, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
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Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Johnson & Johnson |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
PepsiCo, Inc. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
The Southern Co. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Verizon Communications, Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
American Electric Power Co., Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
The Coca-Cola Co. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Duke Energy Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
DTE Energy Co. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
Exelon Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
CMS Energy Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
48
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. |
2.1 |
% |
|||||
MGE Energy, Inc. |
1.9 |
% |
|||||
Universal Corp. |
1.8 |
% |
|||||
CSG Systems International, Inc. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Unitil Corp. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Otter Tail Corp. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Northwest Natural Holding Co. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
SJW Group |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Weis Markets, Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Brady Corp., Class A |
1.6 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
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Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Emera, Inc. |
2.4 |
% |
|||||
BCE, Inc. |
2.3 |
% |
|||||
TELUS Corp. |
2.0 |
% |
|||||
CLP Holdings Ltd. |
1.9 |
% |
|||||
Power Assets Holdings Ltd. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Great-West Lifeco, Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Power Corp. of Canada |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
Orange SA |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
Enbridge, Inc. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
Telia Co. AB |
1.5 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
50
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II VictoryShares Emerging Market High Div Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory Emerging Market High Dividend 100 Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Far EasTone Telecommunications Co. Ltd. |
2.8 |
% |
|||||
Malayan Banking Bhd |
2.5 |
% |
|||||
Bank of China Ltd., Class H |
2.3 |
% |
|||||
Public Bank Bhd |
2.0 |
% |
|||||
Compal Electronics, Inc. |
1.9 |
% |
|||||
Agricultural Bank of China Ltd., Class H |
1.8 |
% |
|||||
Arca Continental SAB de CV |
1.8 |
% |
|||||
Far Eastern New Century Corp. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd., Class H |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Tenaga Nasional Bhd |
1.6 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
51
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares Dividend Accelerator ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory Dividend Accelerator Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
3M Co. |
3.4 |
% |
|||||
Elevance Health, Inc. |
3.0 |
% |
|||||
Consolidated Edison, Inc. |
3.0 |
% |
|||||
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. |
2.9 |
% |
|||||
Apple, Inc. |
2.7 |
% |
|||||
Aon PLC, Class A |
2.7 |
% |
|||||
Colgate-Palmolive Co. |
2.4 |
% |
|||||
Mastercard, Inc., Class A |
2.2 |
% |
|||||
Merck & Co., Inc. |
2.2 |
% |
|||||
Donaldson Co., Inc. |
2.2 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
52
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Multi-Factor Minimum Volatility Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Microsoft Corp. |
7.8 |
% |
|||||
Johnson & Johnson |
4.6 |
% |
|||||
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. |
4.0 |
% |
|||||
AbbVie, Inc. |
3.9 |
% |
|||||
AutoZone, Inc. |
3.7 |
% |
|||||
Lockheed Martin Corp. |
3.6 |
% |
|||||
Waste Management, Inc. |
3.4 |
% |
|||||
Chevron Corp. |
3.3 |
% |
|||||
Texas Instruments, Inc. |
3.2 |
% |
|||||
The Allstate Corp. |
3.2 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
53
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US 500 Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Johnson & Johnson |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
PepsiCo, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Southern Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Hershey Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
McDonald's Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Verizon Communications, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Waste Management, Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
American Electric Power Co., Inc. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
The Coca-Cola Co. |
0.4 |
% |
|||||
Duke Energy Corp. |
0.4 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
54
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US EQ Income Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Large Cap High Dividend 100 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
PepsiCo, Inc. |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
Johnson & Johnson |
1.7 |
% |
|||||
The Southern Co. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Verizon Communications, Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
American Electric Power Co., Inc. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
The Coca-Cola Co. |
1.6 |
% |
|||||
Duke Energy Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
DTE Energy Co. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
Exelon Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
|||||
CMS Energy Corp. |
1.5 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
55
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares US Discovery Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory US Small Cap High Dividend 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Safety Insurance Group, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
MGE Energy, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
OSI Systems, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
BancFirst Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Universal Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
CSG Systems International, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Unitil Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
John B Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Otter Tail Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
56
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares Developed Enhanced Volatility Wtd ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Victory International 500 Long/Cash Volatility Weighted Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Hydro One Ltd. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Emera, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
BCE, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Fortis, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
TELUS Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
CLP Holdings Ltd. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Power Assets Holdings Ltd. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Intact Financial Corp. |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Royal Bank of Canada |
0.1 |
% |
|||||
Great-West Lifeco, Inc. |
0.1 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
57
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares Nasdaq Next 50 ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide investment results that track the performance of the Nasdaq Q-50 Index before fees and expenses.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Baker Hughes Co. |
3.3 |
% |
|||||
Enphase Energy, Inc. |
3.1 |
% |
|||||
CoStar Group, Inc. |
2.8 |
% |
|||||
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC |
2.8 |
% |
|||||
Rivian Automotive, Inc., Class A |
2.7 |
% |
|||||
ON Semiconductor Corp. |
2.5 |
% |
|||||
Tractor Supply Co. |
2.5 |
% |
|||||
Diamondback Energy, Inc. |
2.5 |
% |
|||||
GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Inc. |
2.5 |
% |
|||||
CDW Corp. |
2.5 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
58
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares ESG Core Plus Bond ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide high current income without undue risk to principal.
Asset Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
59
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares ESG Corporate Bond ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide maximum current income without undue risk to principal.
Asset Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
60
Victory Portfolios
II VictoryShares THB Mid Cap ESG ETF |
June 30, 2022 |
(Unaudited)
Investment Objective and Portfolio Holdings:
The Fund seeks to provide capital appreciation.
Top 10 Holdings*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
Waters Corp. |
4.8 |
% |
|||||
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. |
4.7 |
% |
|||||
Copart, Inc. |
4.4 |
% |
|||||
Amphenol Corp., Class A |
4.4 |
% |
|||||
Verisk Analytics, Inc. |
4.1 |
% |
|||||
Carlisle Cos., Inc. |
4.0 |
% |
|||||
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. |
3.9 |
% |
|||||
HEICO Corp. |
3.8 |
% |
|||||
Fastenal Co. |
3.6 |
% |
|||||
Chemed Corp. |
3.6 |
% |
Sector Allocation*:
June 30, 2022
(% of Net Assets)
* Does not include futures contracts, money market instruments, and short-term investments purchased with cash collateral from securities loaned.
Percentages are of the net assets of the Fund and may not equal 100%.
Refer to the Schedule of Portfolio Investments for a complete list of securities.
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of Portfolio Investments June 30, 2022 |
Security Description |
Shares |
Value |
|||||||||
Common Stocks (99.6%) |
|||||||||||
Communication Services (4.2%): |
|||||||||||
Alphabet, Inc., Class A (a) |
465 |
$ |
1,013,356 |
||||||||
AT&T, Inc. |
58,506 |
1,226,286 |
|||||||||
Charter Communications, Inc., Class A (a) |
2,159 |
1,011,556 |
|||||||||
Comcast Corp., Class A |
28,356 |
1,112,689 |
|||||||||
DISH Network Corp., Class A (a) |
25,575 |
458,560 |
|||||||||
Electronic Arts, Inc. |
9,460 |
1,150,809 |
|||||||||
Fox Corp., Class A |
28,145 |
905,143 |
|||||||||
Liberty Broadband Corp., Class C (a) |
9,280 |
1,073,139 |
|||||||||
Liberty Media Corp.-Liberty Formula One, Class C (a) |
22,862 |
1,451,051 |
|||||||||
Lumen Technologies, Inc. |
75,396 |
822,570 |
|||||||||
Match Group, Inc. (a) |
6,933 |
483,161 |
|||||||||
Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A (a) |
3,395 |
547,444 |
|||||||||
Netflix, Inc. (a) |
1,862 |
325,608 |
|||||||||
News Corp., Class A |
54,332 |
846,493 |
|||||||||
Omnicom Group, Inc. |
12,888 |
819,806 |
|||||||||
Paramount Global, Class B |
24,029 |
593,036 |
|||||||||
Pinterest, Inc., Class A (a) |
19,585 |
355,664 |
|||||||||
Roku, Inc. (a) (b) |
3,195 |
262,437 |
|||||||||
Sirius XM Holdings, Inc. (c) |
205,151 |
1,257,576 |
|||||||||
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (a) |
5,561 |
681,389 |
|||||||||
The Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc. |
26,459 |
728,416 |
|||||||||
The Walt Disney Co. (a) |
8,283 |
781,915 |
|||||||||
T-Mobile U.S., Inc. (a) |
9,694 |
1,304,231 |
|||||||||
Verizon Communications, Inc. |
41,618 |
2,112,113 |
|||||||||
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (a) (b) |
14,040 |
188,417 |
|||||||||
Warner Music Group Corp., Class A |
23,886 |
581,863 |
|||||||||
ZoomInfo Technologies, Inc. (a) |
10,637 |
353,574 |
|||||||||
22,448,302 |
|||||||||||
Consumer Discretionary (8.1%): |
|||||||||||
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. |
6,178 |
1,069,350 |
|||||||||
Amazon.com, Inc. (a) |
6,327 |
671,991 |
|||||||||
Aptiv PLC (a) |
7,609 |
677,734 |
|||||||||
AutoZone, Inc. (a) |
715 |
1,536,621 |
|||||||||
Bath & Body Works, Inc. |
14,435 |
388,590 |
|||||||||
Best Buy Co., Inc. |
9,362 |
610,309 |
|||||||||
Booking Holdings, Inc. (a) |
435 |
760,811 |
|||||||||
Burlington Stores, Inc. (a) |
3,661 |
498,738 |
|||||||||
CarMax, Inc. (a) |
8,209 |
742,750 |
|||||||||
Chewy, Inc., Class A (a) (c) |
10,641 |
369,455 |
|||||||||
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (a) |
652 |
852,333 |
|||||||||
D.R. Horton, Inc. |
11,543 |
764,031 |
|||||||||
Darden Restaurants, Inc. |
7,180 |
812,202 |
|||||||||
Dollar General Corp. |
7,828 |
1,921,304 |
|||||||||
Dollar Tree, Inc. (a) |
5,583 |
870,111 |
|||||||||
Domino's Pizza, Inc. |
2,377 |
926,341 |
|||||||||
Etsy, Inc. (a) (b) |
3,403 |
249,134 |
|||||||||
Ford Motor Co. |
41,233 |
458,923 |
See notes to financial statements.
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Security Description |
Shares |
Value |
|||||||||
Garmin Ltd. |
11,438 |
$ |
1,123,783 |
||||||||
General Motors Co. (a) |
18,150 |
576,444 |
|||||||||
Genuine Parts Co. |
11,759 |
1,563,947 |
|||||||||
Hasbro, Inc. |
11,788 |
965,201 |
|||||||||
Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. |
6,898 |
768,713 |
|||||||||
Lennar Corp., Class A |
10,538 |
743,667 |
|||||||||
LKQ Corp. |
21,557 |
1,058,233 |
|||||||||
Lowe's Cos., Inc. |
5,708 |
997,016 |
|||||||||
Marriott International, Inc., Class A |
5,914 |
804,363 |
|||||||||
McDonald's Corp. |
8,654 |
2,136,499 |
|||||||||
MGM Resorts International |
18,275 |
529,061 |
|||||||||
NIKE, Inc., Class B |
7,827 |
799,919 |
|||||||||
NVR, Inc. (a) |
247 |
989,023 |
|||||||||
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (a) |
2,300 |
1,453,048 |
|||||||||
Pool Corp. |
2,465 |
865,782 |
|||||||||
PulteGroup, Inc. |
18,563 |
735,652 |
|||||||||
Ross Stores, Inc. |
11,679 |
820,216 |
|||||||||
Starbucks Corp. |
15,140 |
1,156,545 |
|||||||||
Tapestry, Inc. |
21,506 |
656,363 |
|||||||||
Target Corp. (b) |
7,175 |
1,013,325 |
|||||||||
Tesla, Inc. (a) |
663 |
446,477 |
|||||||||
The Home Depot, Inc. |
4,229 |
1,159,888 |
|||||||||
The TJX Cos., Inc. |
18,241 |
1,018,760 |
|||||||||
Tractor Supply Co. |
5,992 |
1,161,549 |
|||||||||
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (a) |
2,572 |
991,455 |
|||||||||
Vail Resorts, Inc. |
4,291 |
935,653 |
|||||||||
VF Corp. |
18,662 |
824,301 |
|||||||||
Whirlpool Corp. |
5,744 |
889,573 |
|||||||||
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. |
5,446 |
604,234 |
|||||||||
Yum! Brands, Inc. |
13,274 |
1,506,732 |
|||||||||
43,476,150 |
|||||||||||
Consumer Staples (9.7%): |
|||||||||||
Albertsons Cos., Inc., Class A |
22,479 |
600,639 |
|||||||||
Altria Group, Inc. |
29,800 |
1,244,746 |
|||||||||
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. |
18,933 |
1,469,201 |
|||||||||
Brown-Forman Corp., Class B |
25,336 |
1,777,574 |
|||||||||
Bunge Ltd. |
12,509 |
1,134,441 |
|||||||||
Campbell Soup Co. |
36,770 |
1,766,798 |
|||||||||
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. |
17,776 |
1,647,124 |
|||||||||
Colgate-Palmolive Co. |
25,268 |
2,024,978 |
|||||||||
Conagra Brands, Inc. |
45,496 |
1,557,783 |
|||||||||
Costco Wholesale Corp. |
2,877 |
1,378,889 |
|||||||||
Darling Ingredients, Inc. (a) |
12,207 |
729,979 |
|||||||||
General Mills, Inc. |
25,076 |
1,891,984 |
|||||||||
Hormel Foods Corp. (c) |
36,734 |
1,739,722 |
|||||||||
Kellogg Co. |
26,921 |
1,920,544 |
|||||||||
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc. |
43,937 |
1,554,930 |
|||||||||
Kimberly-Clark Corp. |
14,313 |
1,934,402 |
|||||||||
McCormick & Co., Inc. |
18,236 |
1,518,147 |
|||||||||
Molson Coors Beverage Co., Class B |
22,052 |
1,202,054 |
See notes to financial statements.
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Security Description |
Shares |
Value |
|||||||||
Mondelez International, Inc., Class A |
30,406 |
$ |
1,887,909 |
||||||||
Monster Beverage Corp. (a) |
16,627 |
1,541,323 |
|||||||||
PepsiCo, Inc. |
13,451 |
2,241,744 |
|||||||||
Philip Morris International, Inc. |
15,838 |
1,563,844 |
|||||||||
Sysco Corp. |
14,469 |
1,225,669 |
|||||||||
The Clorox Co. |
7,224 |
1,018,440 |
|||||||||
The Coca-Cola Co. |
32,839 |
2,065,901 |
|||||||||
The Estee Lauder Cos., Inc. |
3,905 |
994,486 |
|||||||||
The Hershey Co. |
9,950 |
2,140,842 |
|||||||||
The J.M. Smucker Co. |
11,958 |
1,530,744 |
|||||||||
The Kraft Heinz Co. |
36,931 |
1,408,548 |
|||||||||
The Kroger Co. |
20,576 |
973,862 |
|||||||||
The Procter & Gamble Co. |
13,371 |
1,922,616 |
|||||||||
Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A |
13,401 |
1,153,290 |
|||||||||
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. |
26,070 |
988,053 |
|||||||||
Walmart, Inc. |
14,555 |
1,769,597 |
|||||||||
51,520,803 |
|||||||||||
Energy (3.6%): |
|||||||||||
APA Corp. |
16,390 |
572,011 |
|||||||||
Chevron Corp. |
9,209 |
1,333,279 |
|||||||||
ConocoPhillips |
9,957 |
894,238 |
|||||||||
Continental Resources, Inc. |
10,964 |
716,497 |
|||||||||
Coterra Energy, Inc. |
32,366 |
834,719 |
|||||||||
Devon Energy Corp. |
10,810 |
595,739 |
|||||||||
Diamondback Energy, Inc. |
4,840 |
586,366 |
|||||||||
EOG Resources, Inc. |
7,202 |
795,389 |
|||||||||
Exxon Mobil Corp. |
14,211 |
1,217,030 |
|||||||||
Halliburton Co. |
22,402 |
702,527 |
|||||||||
Hess Corp. |
7,591 |
804,191 |
|||||||||
Kinder Morgan, Inc. |
76,108 |
1,275,570 |
|||||||||
Marathon Oil Corp. |
29,574 |
664,824 |
|||||||||
Marathon Petroleum Corp. |
12,833 |
1,055,001 |
|||||||||
Occidental Petroleum Corp. |
13,434 |
790,994 |
|||||||||
ONEOK, Inc. |
16,439 |
912,364 |
|||||||||
Ovintiv, Inc. |
13,129 |
580,171 |
|||||||||
Phillips 66 |
10,436 |
855,648 |
|||||||||
Pioneer Natural Resources Co. |
3,916 |
873,581 |
|||||||||
Schlumberger NV |
20,526 |
734,010 |
|||||||||
The Williams Cos., Inc. |
45,924 |
1,433,288 |
|||||||||
Valero Energy Corp. |
10,405 |
1,105,843 |
|||||||||
19,333,280 |
|||||||||||
Financials (15.4%): |
|||||||||||
Aflac, Inc. |
24,314 |
1,345,294 |
|||||||||
Ally Financial, Inc. |
19,750 |
661,822 |
|||||||||
American Express Co. |
5,367 |
743,974 |
|||||||||
American Financial Group, Inc. |
10,158 |
1,410,032 |
|||||||||
American International Group, Inc. |
17,347 |
886,952 |
|||||||||
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. |
3,967 |
942,877 |
|||||||||
Aon PLC, Class A |
4,401 |
1,186,862 |
See notes to financial statements.
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Security Description |
Shares |
Value |
|||||||||
Apollo Global Management, Inc. |
14,824 |
$ |
718,668 |
||||||||
Arch Capital Group Ltd. (a) |
29,748 |
1,353,237 |
|||||||||
Ares Management Corp., Class A |
12,854 |
730,878 |
|||||||||
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. |
10,119 |
1,649,802 |
|||||||||
Bank of America Corp. |
27,153 |
845,273 |
|||||||||
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B (a) |
6,450 |
1,760,979 |
|||||||||
BlackRock, Inc. |
1,852 |
1,127,942 |
|||||||||
Blackstone, Inc. |
6,545 |
597,100 |
|||||||||
Brown & Brown, Inc. |
21,896 |
1,277,413 |
|||||||||
Capital One Financial Corp. |
6,475 |
674,630 |
|||||||||
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. |
11,699 |
1,324,210 |
|||||||||
Chubb Ltd. |
6,994 |
1,374,881 |
|||||||||
Cincinnati Financial Corp. |
9,984 |
1,187,896 |
|||||||||
Citigroup, Inc. |
21,578 |
992,372 |
|||||||||
Citizens Financial Group, Inc. |
18,949 |
676,290 |
|||||||||
CME Group, Inc. |
7,114 |
1,456,236 |
|||||||||
CNA Financial Corp. |
30,422 |
1,365,948 |
|||||||||
Coinbase Global, Inc., Class A (a) (c) |
2,691 |
126,531 |
|||||||||
Comerica, Inc. |
10,027 |
735,781 |
|||||||||
Discover Financial Services |
7,691 |
727,415 |
|||||||||
East West Bancorp, Inc. |
10,810 |
700,488 |
|||||||||
Everest Re Group Ltd. |
4,397 |
1,232,391 |
|||||||||
FactSet Research Systems, Inc. |
4,075 |
1,567,123 |
|||||||||
Fidelity National Financial, Inc. |
27,624 |
1,020,983 |
|||||||||
Fifth Third Bancorp |
21,529 |
723,374 |
|||||||||
First Citizens BancShares, Inc., Class A |
1,142 |
746,617 |
|||||||||
First Republic Bank |
6,370 |
918,554 |
|||||||||
Franklin Resources, Inc. |
30,988 |
722,330 |
|||||||||
Huntington Bancshares, Inc. |
64,592 |
777,042 |
|||||||||
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. |
16,942 |
931,979 |
|||||||||
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. |
14,608 |
1,373,736 |
|||||||||
JPMorgan Chase & Co. |
9,385 |
1,056,845 |
|||||||||
KeyCorp |
42,819 |
737,771 |
|||||||||
KKR & Co., Inc. |
15,709 |
727,170 |
|||||||||
Lincoln National Corp. |
12,312 |
575,832 |
|||||||||
Loews Corp. |
23,766 |
1,408,373 |
|||||||||
LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. |
5,355 |
987,890 |
|||||||||
M&T Bank Corp. |
5,343 |
851,621 |
|||||||||
Markel Corp. (a) |
1,210 |
1,564,832 |
|||||||||
MarketAxess Holdings, Inc. |
2,908 |
744,477 |
|||||||||
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. |
11,292 |
1,753,083 |
|||||||||
MetLife, Inc. |
18,177 |
1,141,334 |
|||||||||
Moody's Corp. |
4,264 |
1,159,680 |
|||||||||
Morgan Stanley |
12,357 |
939,873 |
|||||||||
Morningstar, Inc. |
4,237 |
1,024,634 |
|||||||||
MSCI, Inc. |
2,189 |
902,196 |
|||||||||
Nasdaq, Inc. |
8,815 |
1,344,640 |
|||||||||
Northern Trust Corp. |
9,561 |
922,445 |
|||||||||
Principal Financial Group, Inc. |
15,877 |
1,060,425 |
|||||||||
Prudential Financial, Inc. |
10,844 |
1,037,554 |
See notes to financial statements.
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Security Description |
Shares |
Value |
|||||||||
Raymond James Financial, Inc. |
10,610 |
$ |
948,640 |
||||||||
Regions Financial Corp. |
39,315 |
737,156 |
|||||||||
Rocket Cos., Inc., Class A (c) |
63,180 |
465,005 |
|||||||||
S&P Global, Inc. |
3,831 |
1,291,277 |
|||||||||
Signature Bank |
2,296 |