The Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities that constitute the NASDAQ-100 Index (“NDX”). The Fund may also invest up to 20% of its assets in futures contracts on the Cboe Volatility Index (the “VIX Index”) and/or, upon the commencement of the NASDAQ-100 Volatility Index (the “VolQ Index”), options on VIX Futures or VolQ Futures, and in cash and cash equivalents, including U.S. Treasury obligations, as a hedge against the Fund’s exposure to the NDX.
Fund Objective
The Fund’s objective is long-term capital appreciation.
Fund Highlights
The Fund complements NASDAQ-100 Index securities with a distinct volatility hedge overlay that utilizes the same methodology as Equity Armor Investments VOL 365 Strategy.
Investment Strategy
Fund Management
Brian Stutland
Lead Portfolio Manager
- Managing Partner, CIO, and CCO of Equity Armor since 2011
- BS and MS in Engineering, University of Michigan
Luke Rahbari
Portfolio Manager
- Member and Portfolio Manager of Equity Armor since 2011
- BBA from Eastern Michigan University and MBA from University of Chicago
Joseph Tigay
Portfolio Manager
- Chief Trading Officer and Portfolio Manager of Equity Armor since 2011
- BS in Economics, Michigan State University
Investment Advisor: Catalyst Capital Advisors, LLC
Sub-Advisor: Equity Armor Investments, LLC
Brian Stutland | Lead Portfolio Manager
- Managing Partner, CIO, and CCO of Equity Armor since 2011
- BS and MS in Engineering, University of Michigan
Luke Rahbari | Portfolio Manager
- Member and Portfolio Manager of Equity Armor since 2011
- BBA from Eastern Michigan University and MBA from University of Chicago
Joseph Tigay | Lead Portfolio Manager
- Chief Trading Officer and Portfolio Manager of Equity Armor since 2011
- BS in Economics, Michigan State University
Fund Overview
| Ticker | CLPFX | CLPAX | CLPCX | CLPAX |
| Share Class | Class I | Class A | Class C | Class A w/ Sales Load |
| CUSIP | 62827M532 | 62827L187 | 62827L179 | 62827L187 |
| Inception Date | 06/06/2014 | 12/31/2013 | 12/31/2013 | 12/31/2013 |
| As of Date | 2026-06-05T00:00:00 | 2026-06-05T00:00:00 | 2026-06-05T00:00:00 | 2026-06-05T00:00:00 |
| Daily NAV | 15.45 | 15.1 | 13.57 | 16.02 |
| NAV Change | -0.61 | -0.6 | -0.54 | -0.64 |
| % NAV Change | -3.8 | -3.82 | -3.83 | -9.36 |
| YTD Return | 12.2 | 12.1 | 11.69 | 5.67 |
| Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Current Fund Performance
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Annualized if greater than a year
Annualized if greater than a year
| Share Class | 1 Month | 3 Months | 6 Months | YTD | 1 Year | 3 Years Annualized | 5 Years Annualized | 10 Years Annualized | Since Inception Annualized |
| Class A | 3.21 | 12.77 | 7.74 | 12.1 | 23.69 | 15.95 | 8.49 | 7.57 | 6.41 |
| Class C | 3.12 | 12.52 | 7.24 | 11.69 | 22.77 | 15.06 | 7.66 | 6.74 | 5.58 |
| Class I | 3.28 | 12.86 | 7.86 | 12.2 | 24 | 16.23 | 8.75 | 7.82 | 6.32 |
| Class A w/Sales Charge | -2.71 | 6.26 | 1.56 | 5.67 | 16.6 | 13.7 | 7.21 | 6.93 | 5.9 |
Prior to 10/1/2020, the Fund implemented a different strategy.
Quarterly Fund Performance
Data as of quarter end: 2026-03-31T00:00:00
Annualized if greater than a year
Annualized if greater than a year
| Share Class | 1 Month | 3 Months | 6 Months | YTD | 1 Year | 3 Years Annualized | 5 Years Annualized | 10 Years Annualized | Since Inception Annualized |
| Class A | -4.74 | -6.01 | -5.72 | -6.01 | 15.8 | 11.53 | 5.18 | 5.46 | 4.98 |
| Class C | -4.76 | -6.17 | -6.06 | -6.17 | 14.95 | 10.68 | 4.39 | 4.64 | 4.17 |
| Class I | -4.71 | -5.96 | -5.6 | -5.96 | 16.1 | 11.82 | 5.44 | 5.7 | 4.84 |
| Class A w/Sales Charge | -10.21 | -11.41 | -11.12 | -11.41 | 9.12 | 9.34 | 3.95 | 4.84 | 4.48 |
Prior to 10/1/2020, the Fund implemented a different strategy.
The Fund’s maximum sales charge for Class “A” shares is 5.75%. Investments in mutual funds involve risks. Performance is historic and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate with changing market conditions so that when redeemed, shares may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. To obtain the most recent month end performance information or the Fund’s prospectus please call the Fund, toll free at 1-866-447-4228. You can also obtain a prospectus at www.CatalystMF.com.
Fund Expenses
| Share Class | Class I | Class A | Class C | Class A w/ Sales Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospectus Gross Expense Ratio (11/1/2025) | 2.37% | 2.62% | 3.37% | 2.62% |
| Prospectus Net Expense Ratio (11/1/2025) | 1.58% | 1.83% | 2.58% | 1.83% |
| Annual Report Net Expense Ratio (6/30/2025)* | 1.53% | 1.78% | 2.53% | 1.78% |
The advisor has contractually agreed to waive advisory fees and/or reimburse expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to limit total annual fund operating expenses (excluding brokerage costs; borrowing costs such as (a) interest and (b) dividends on securities sold short; underlying fund expenses; taxes and, extraordinary expenses, such as regulatory inquiry and litigation expenses) at 1.74%, 2.49% and 1.49% for Class A shares, Class C shares and Class I shares, respectively, through October 31, 2026.
Disclosures
Important Risk Considerations
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Catalyst Funds. This and other important information about the Fund is contained in the prospectus, which can be obtained by calling 866-447-4228 or at www.CatalystMF.com. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing. The Catalyst Funds are distributed by Northern Lights Distributors, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Catalyst Capital Advisors, LLC is not affiliated with Northern Lights Distributors, LLC.
There is no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective.
Investing in the Fund carries certain risks. The value of the Fund may decrease in response to activities and financial prospects of an individual security in the Fund’s portfolio. The performance of the Fund may be subject to substantial short-term changes. There are risks associated with the sale and purchase of call and put options. As a buyer of a put option, the Fund assumes the risk of a rise in the market of an underlying security above the exercise price of the option which will cause a loss of the premium paid for the option. As a seller (writer) of a put option, the Fund will lose money if the value of the security falls below the strike price. Investments in futures contracts involve leverage, which means a small percentage of assets in futures can have a disproportionately large impact on the Fund and the Fund can lose more than the principal amount invested. To the extent the Fund invests in the stocks of Large capitalization companies, the Fund may be subject to additional risks, including the risk of more limited growth potential. Large capitalization companies are more mature compared with smaller capitalization companies and may be less able than smaller sized companies to adapt to changing market conditions. The Fund may be subject to liquidity risk when particular investments of the Fund are difficult to purchase and sell, possibly requiring the Fund to dispose of investments at unfavorable times or prices in order to satisfy obligations. The techniques used to manage volatility of the Fund’s investments may not protect against market declines and may also limit the Fund’s participation in market gains, especially during periods where the market values are increasing but market volatility is high. These techniques may also increase portfolio transaction costs, which could result in reduced gains or losses. The performance of the Fund is based in part on the prices of one or more of the VIX futures in which the Fund invests. Each of the equity securities held by the Fund and the VIX futures are affected by a variety of factors and may change unpredictably, affecting the value of such equity securities and VIX Futures and, consequently, the value and the market price of the Funds shares.
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