Janus Henderson Global Equity Income Fund (HFQSX) is a mutual fund managed by Janus Henderson Investors that seeks total return through a combination of dividend income and capital appreciation by investing primarily in global equity securities of companies with above-average dividend yields and sustainable payout ratios. The fund's portfolio includes common stocks, preferred stocks, depositary receipts, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) from issuers worldwide; it emphasizes high-quality companies with strong balance sheets, competitive advantages, and histories of dividend growth across sectors such as financials, consumer staples, healthcare, and information technology. Geographically, the fund invests across developed and emerging markets in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, targeting institutional and retail investors seeking income-oriented equity exposure.
Janus Henderson Investors, the fund's sponsor, was formed in 2017 through the merger of Janus Capital Group (founded 1969) and Henderson Global Investors (founded 1934), with headquarters in London, UK, and major operations in Denver, Colorado; London; and Singapore. The firm provides a range of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, and institutional separate accounts focused on equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternatives. HFQSX operates as part of Janus Henderson's global equity income strategies, benchmarked against the MSCI World High Dividend Yield Index.