{"url_path":"/sec/cik-0000277751/proxy/2026-05-19/000119312526230704","section_key":"body","section_title":"DEFA14A body","topic":"sec","document":{"doc_type":"DEFA14A","doc_date":"2026-05-19","source_url":"https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/277751/0001193125-26-230704-index.html","accession_number":"0001193125-26-230704","cik":"0000277751","ticker":null,"issuer_name":"JANUS INVESTMENT FUND","edgar_url":"https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/277751/0001193125-26-230704-index.html","primary_entity_key":"0000277751","primary_entity_name":"JANUS INVESTMENT FUND"},"word_count":803,"has_tables":true,"body_markdown":"DEFA14A\n1\nd28580ddefa14a.htm\nDEFA14A\n\nDEFA14A\n\n**UNITED STATES**\n\n**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**\n\n**WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549**\n\n**SCHEDULE 14A**\n\n**Proxy\nStatement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the**\n\n**Securities Exchange Act of 1934**\n\n**(Amendment No. )**\n\nFiled by the Registrant ☒\n\nFiled by a Party other\nthan the Registrant** ******☐********\n\nCheck the appropriate box:\n\n☐\n\nPreliminary Proxy Statement\n\n****☐********\n\n**Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule\n14a-6(e)(2))**\n\n☐\n\nDefinitive Proxy Statement\n\n☐\n\nDefinitive Additional Materials\n\n☒\n\nSoliciting Material under §240.14a-12\n\n**Janus Investment Fund**\n\n**(Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charters)**\n\n**(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)**\n\nPayment of Filing Fee (Check all boxes that apply):\n\n☒\n\nNo fee required.\n\n☐\n\nFee paid previously with preliminary materials:\n\n☐\n\nFee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules\n14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11\n\n**Outbound Call Script – JHI Employee**\n\n**Live Answer Script**\n\n**Opening / Verification**\n\nGood day. May I please speak with Mr./Mrs. <Full Name as Registered>?\n\n**Introduction**\n\nHello Mr./Mrs. <Last Name>, my\nname is <Agent Name>, calling from Janus Henderson Investors on a recorded line.\n\n**Purpose + Acknowledgment**\n\nAs a customer service to you, we’re calling because we want to make sure your voice is heard and you have the chance to vote. I know you have received a\nfew reminders recently about voting for the upcoming Joint Special Meeting on May [ ], 2026—thank you for your patience. I’m reaching out because we still haven’t received your vote, and we want to make this as quick and easy as\npossible, so your shares are represented.\n\n**Call to Action**\n\nIf you have a moment now, I can connect you directly with our proxy partner, Alliance Advisors, who can securely help you complete your vote in just a few\nminutes. Once you’ve voted, you will be removed from our follow up list.\n\nWould you like me to transfer you to vote now?\n\n**If YES (Agrees to Vote Now)**\n\nGreat, thank you. Please\nhold briefly while I connect you to Alliance Advisors, who will assist you in securely recording your vote.\n\n*(Warm transfer to Alliance Advisors line)*\n\n**If HESITANT / NEEDS CONTEXT**\n\nI’d be happy\nto provide a quick overview.\n\nShareholders are being asked to vote on proposals related to:\n\n•\n\nApproval of a new investment advisory agreement to allow Janus Henderson to continue managing your fund following\nthe proposed acquisition\n\nThe Board of Trustees unanimously recommends a **“FOR”** vote on all proposals.\n\nWe’re simply looking to ensure your voice is heard before the meeting.\n\nWould you like me to transfer you to vote now?\n\n**If DECLINES TO VOTE NOW**\n\nI understand. If you decide to vote before the meeting on May [ ], you can do so at your convenience by contacting Alliance Advisors directly using the\ninformation in your proxy materials.\n\nWe appreciate your time and your investment with Janus Henderson. Have a great day.\n\n**If REQUESTS CALLBACK / NOT AVAILABLE**\n\nNo problem at all.\nWe just want to make sure your voice is heard and you have the opportunity to vote before May [ ].\n\nWe appreciate your business with Janus Henderson and\ntime today.\n\n**Voicemail Script (No Answer)**\n\nHello, this message is for Mr./Mrs. <Last Name>.\n\nMy name is <Agent Name>, calling from Janus Henderson Investors regarding the upcoming shareholder meeting for your mutual fund on **May [ ], 2026**.\n\nAs a customer service to you, we’re calling because we want to make sure your voice is heard and you have the chance to vote\n\nFor assistance with voting, please refer to the information included in your proxy materials or contact our proxy partner, Alliance Advisors at 1-855-206-2338.\n\nThank you for your time\nand for being a valued Janus Henderson shareholder.\n\n**JIF - Adjourned Meeting Email:**\n\n**Subject:** Your vote for Janus Henderson Mutual Fund****– Vote Before May [ ], 2026.\n\nDear Valued Shareholder,\n\nThe\njoint Special Meeting of Shareholders****for**your Janus Henderson mutual fund**has been adjourned to afford shareholders of record additional time to vote on the proposals described in the Proxy Statement.\n\nFor more information, you may also want to view the following video featuring an important message from Ali Dibadj, CEO of Janus Henderson Investors:\nhttps://bcove.video/4n5BvAA\n\nThe Board of Trustees unanimously recommends that all Shareholders vote “**FOR**” the proposals.\n\n**Your participation in this process is important and appreciated, please vote your shares today!**\n\nSimply use one of the following methods to promptly provide your voting instructions:\n\n1.\n\nVote with a live Proxy Specialist – You may cast your vote with a live proxy specialist by calling toll\nfree at **1-855-206-2338**between the hours of 9:00am -10:00pm EST, Monday through\nFriday and 10:00am – 6:00pm EST Saturday and Sunday.\n\n2.\n\nVote Online – Follow the instructions included in the email.\n\nWe urge you to vote before May [ ], 2026 - Please Vote Today!"}