Mutual Fund Summary Prospectus (497k)
March 01 2013 - 2:25PM
Edgar (US Regulatory)
ASTON/River Road Select Value Fund
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Summary Prospectus March 1, 2013
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Ticker:
Class NARSMX, Class IARIMX
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Before you invest, you may want to review the Funds prospectus, which contains more information about
the Fund and its risks. You can find the Funds prospectus and other information about the Fund online at
www.astonfunds.com/forms-prospectuses
. You can also get this information at no cost by calling 800-992-8151 or by sending an e-mail
to contactfunds@astonasset.com. The Funds prospectus and statement of additional information, each dated February 28, 2013, are incorporated by reference to this summary prospectus.
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The Fund seeks to provide long-term capital appreciation.
FEES AND EXPENSES
The table below describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES
(expenses that
you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)
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Class N Shares
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Class I Shares
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Management Fees
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1.00
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%
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1.00
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Distribution and Service (12b-1) Fees
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0.25
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None
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Other Expenses
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0.18
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%
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0.18
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Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses
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0.01
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%
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0.01
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
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1.44
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1.19
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Example
This
example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The example shows the operating expenses you would incur as a shareholder if you invested $10,000 in the Fund over the time
periods shown and you redeem all your shares at the end of those periods. The example assumes that the average annual return was 5% and operating expenses remained the same.
Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on the above assumptions, your costs would be:
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1 Year
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3 Years
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5 Years
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10 Years
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Class N Shares
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$
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147
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456
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787
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1,724
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Class I Shares
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121
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378
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654
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1,443
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PORTFOLIO TURNOVER
The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or turns over its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and
may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual Fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the
Funds portfolio turnover rate was 38.84%.
PRINCIPAL INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
Under normal conditions, the Fund invests at least 80% of its assets in common stocks and other equity securities of small-cap companies with market capitalizations of less than $6 billion at the time
of acquisition which the portfolio managers believe are undervalued. Value investing involves buying stocks that are out of favor and/or undervalued in comparison to their peers or their prospects for growth. The Fund may also invest in common stock
of companies with market capitalizations that exceed $6 billion, real estate investment trusts (REITs), convertible securities and foreign securities (directly and through depositary receipts).
Using systematic and dynamic internal research, the portfolio managers narrow the field of small- and mid-cap companies into a more refined working universe.
The portfolio managers then employ a value-driven, bottom-up fundamental approach that seeks to identify certain characteristics including:
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Priced at a discount to absolute value
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Attractive business model
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Shareholder-oriented management
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Undiscovered, underfollowed or misunderstood companies
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To manage risk, the portfolio managers employ a strategy of balanced diversification, and adhere to a structured sell discipline.
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Aston Funds
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1
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Summary Prospectus
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PRINCIPAL RISKS
You could lose money by investing in the Fund. There can be no assurance that the Funds investment objective will be achieved. The following is a summary of the principal risks of investing in the
Fund.
Convertible Risk.
Convertible preferred securities are subject to the risks of equity securities and fixed income securities. The
lower the premium, the more likely the price of the convertible will follow the price of the underlying common stock. Higher premium convertibles are more likely to exhibit the behavior of bonds because the likelihood of conversion is lower. In that
case, the price of convertible preferred shares normally will fall as interest rates rise. Conversely, as rates fall, the price of convertible preferred shares will rise.
The value of convertible securities is also affected by prevailing interest rates, the credit quality of the issuer and any call provisions. There is the risk that the issuer of the security will not be able
to make principal and/or interest payments as well as the risk that the holder of the security may not take advantage of the convertible features in the appropriate time frame.
Foreign Securities Risk.
Investing in the securities of foreign issuers involves special risks and considerations not typically associated with investing in U.S. companies. The securities of foreign
companies may be less liquid and may fluctuate more widely than those traded in U.S. markets. Foreign companies and markets may also have less governmental supervision. There may be difficulty in enforcing contractual obligations and little public
information about the companies. Trades typically take more time to settle and clear, and the cost of buying and selling foreign securities is generally higher than similar costs associated with securities traded in U.S. markets.
The value of the securities held by the Fund may be affected by changes in exchange rates or control regulations. If a local currency gains against the U.S.
dollar, the value of the holding increases in U.S. dollar terms. If a local currency declines against the U.S. dollar, the value of the holding decreases in U.S. dollar terms. Changes in economic, tax or foreign investment policies, or other
political, governmental or economic actions can adversely affect the value of the securities in the Fund. In foreign countries, accounting, auditing and financial reporting standards and other regulatory practices and requirements are generally
different from those required for U.S. companies. Investments in securities of foreign issuers may also be subject to foreign withholding and other taxes.
Liquidity Risk.
When there is no willing buyer and investments cannot be readily sold at the desired time or price, the Fund may need to accept a lower price or may not be able to sell the security at
all. An inability to sell securities can adversely affect the Funds value or prevent the Fund from being able to take advantage of other investment opportunities. Less liquid securities are more difficult to dispose of at their recorded values
and are subject to increased spreads and volatility.
Manager Risk.
The performance of the Fund is dependent upon the investment
advisers skill in selecting managers and the portfolio managers skill in making appropriate investments. As a result, the Fund may underperform its benchmark or its peers.
Market Risk.
The Funds share price can move down in response to stock market conditions, changes in the economy or changes in a particular companys stock price. An individual stock
may decline in value even when the value of stocks in general is rising.
REIT Risk.
Securities of REITs may be affected by changes in
the values of their underlying properties and by defaults by borrowers or tenants. Some REITs may have limited diversification and may be subject to risks inherent in investments in a limited number of properties, in a narrow geographic area, or in
a single property type. Real estate is also affected by general economic conditions. When growth is slowing, demand for property decreases and prices may decline. Rising interest rates, which drive up mortgage and financing costs, can restrain
construction and buying and selling activity, and may reduce the appeal of real estate investments. REITs depend generally on their ability to generate cash flow to make distributions to shareholders or unitholders, and may be subject to defaults by
borrowers and self-liquidations. A REITs return may be adversely affected when interest rates are high or rising. Distributions from REITs generally are taxed as ordinary income for federal income tax purposes.
Small-Cap and Mid-Cap Company Risk.
Investing in securities of small-cap and mid-cap companies may involve greater risks than investing in securities
of larger, more established issuers. Small-cap and mid-cap companies generally have limited product lines, markets and financial resources. Their securities may trade less frequently and in more limited volume than the securities of larger, more
established companies. Also, small-cap and mid-cap companies are typically subject to greater changes in earnings and business prospects than larger companies. As a result, their stock prices may experience greater volatility and may decline
significantly in market downturns.
Value Style Risk.
Value investing involves buying stocks that are out of favor and/or undervalued
in comparison to their peers or their prospects for growth. Typically, their valuation levels are less than those of growth stocks. Because different types of stocks go out of favor with investors depending on market and economic conditions, the
Funds return may be adversely affected during a market downturn and when value stocks are out of favor.
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Aston Funds
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Summary Prospectus
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FUND PERFORMANCE
The bar chart shows how the performance of the Class N shares of the Fund has varied from year to year over the periods shown. Class N shares and Class I shares are invested in the same portfolio of
securities, so the annual returns would differ only to the extent that the classes have different expenses. The annual returns of the Class I shares would be higher than the returns of Class N shares due to 12b-1 fees paid by Class N shares. This
information may help illustrate the risks of investing in the Fund. The Fund makes updated performance information available on the Funds website, www.astonfunds.com, or by calling 800-992-8151. As with all mutual funds, past performance
(before and after taxes) does not guarantee future performance.
Class N Shares
Calendar Year Total Return
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Best quarter:
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12/11
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14.59
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Worst quarter:
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12/08
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(22.40
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The following table indicates how the Funds average annual returns for different calendar periods compared to the
returns of broad-based securities market indices.
Average Annual Total Returns
(For the periods ended December 31, 2012)
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ASTON/River Road Select Value Fund
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1 Year
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5 Years
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Since Inception
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Class N Shares
(Inception 3/29/07):
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Return Before Taxes
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15.58
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4.08
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2.29
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Return After Taxes on Distributions
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14.31
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3.15
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1.50
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Return After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares
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11.76
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3.42
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1.89
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Class I Shares
(Inception 6/28/07):
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Return Before Taxes
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15.90
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4.37
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1.74
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Russell 2500 Value Index
(Reflects no deduction for taxes, expenses or fees. Index return since inception for Class N shares is
computed from March 31, 2007. Index return for Class I shares, since inception, computed from June 30, 2007, is 1.60%.)
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19.21
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4.54
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2.04
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Russell 2000 Value Index
(Reflects no deduction for taxes, expenses or fees. Index return
since inception for Class N shares is computed from March 31, 2007. Index return for Class I shares, since inception, computed from June 30, 2007, is 0.62%.)
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18.05
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3.55
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0.99
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect
the impact of state and local taxes.
After-tax returns depend on an investors tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their shares through tax-deferred arrangements,
such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for Class N shares. After-tax returns for Class I shares will vary.
MANAGEMENT
Aston Asset Management, LP serves as investment adviser to the Fund. River Road Asset Management, LLC (River Road) serves as the subadviser to the Fund.
Mr. James C. Shircliff, CFA, Chief Investment Officer of River Road, Mr. R. Andrew Beck, CEO and President of River Road, and Mr. J.
Justin Akin, a River Road portfolio manager, serve as Portfolio Managers for the Fund. Mr. Shircliff and Mr. Beck have served as Portfolio Managers since March 2007. Mr. Akin has served as Portfolio Manager since March 2012.
PURCHASE AND SALE OF FUND SHARES
Shares of the Fund may be purchased, exchanged, or redeemed on any business day by written request (Aston Funds, P.O. Box 9765, Providence, RI 02940), wire
transfer, online access (www.astonfunds.com), or by telephone (800-992-8151). Investors who wish to purchase, exchange or redeem Fund shares through a broker-dealer should contact the broker-dealer directly.
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Aston Funds
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Summary Prospectus
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Class and Account Type
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Minimum Initial Investment
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Subsequent Investments
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Class N
Regular Accounts
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$
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2,500
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50
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Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
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$
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500
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$
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50
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Education Savings Accounts (ESAs)
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$
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500
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$
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50
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Custodial Accounts for Minors (UGMA/UTMA)
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$
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500
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$
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50
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Class I
Institutional Accounts
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$
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1 Million
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$
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50
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TAX INFORMATION
The Funds distributions are generally taxable as ordinary income or capital gains for federal income tax purposes, unless you are investing through a
tax-deferred account such as a 401(k) or individual retirement account. Distributions on investments made through tax-deferred vehicles, such as 401(k) plans or IRAs, may be taxed later upon withdrawal of assets from those plans or accounts.
PAYMENTS TO BROKER-DEALERS AND OTHER FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a broker-dealer or other financial intermediary (such as a bank), the Fund and its related companies may pay the intermediary for the sale of shares and related
services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by influencing the broker-dealer or other intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the Fund over another investment. Ask your salesperson or visit your financial intermediarys
website for more information.
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