XA Investments Interval Fund (OCTIX) Now Available on Charles Schwab

CHICAGO, Jan. 06, 2026 — XA Investments LLC (“XAI”), a prominent player in closed-end interval and tender offer fund research, has announced that its investment vehicle, the Octagon XAI CLO Income Fund (“OCTIX”), is now available for purchase by financial advisers utilizing the Charles Schwab platform. This significant development enhances the accessibility of XAI’s registered offerings to financial professionals and their clients.

Significance of OCTIX Launch on Schwab Platform

Kevin Davis, Managing Director and Head of Sales & Distribution at XA Investments, commented, “The addition of OCTIX to the Charles Schwab platform marks a major milestone for the fund. As one of the largest custodial and distribution platforms, this addition provides significant access to the Fund among Schwab’s investor base and network.” He expressed optimism about the expanded availability and long-term growth potential of OCTIX.

Investment Features of the OCTIX Fund

The Octagon XAI CLO Income Fund (OCTIX) operates as an evergreen interval fund, featuring monthly distributions and quarterly repurchase options. The primary investment objective is to generate high income and total return for investors. Notable features include:

• Daily NAV reporting
• Minimum 80% of assets invested in collateralized loan obligation (CLO) securities, including both CLO debt tranches and CLO equity
• Electronic ticketing available on the Schwab platform under the ticker symbol “OCTIX”

For further details regarding the Octagon XAI CLO Income Fund, visit xainvestments.com/octix.

About XA Investments

Founded in 2016 by XMS Capital Partners, XA Investments LLC, headquartered in Chicago, serves as the investment adviser for two listed closed-end funds and an interval closed-end fund: the XAI Octagon Floating Rate & Alternative Income Trust (NYSE: XFLT), the XAI Madison Equity Premium Income Fund (NYSE: MCN), and the OCTIX Fund. In April 2025, XA Investments launched the XAI Interval Fund Index™, a rules-based index monitoring the performance of interval and tender offer funds, representing about 55% of the market’s net assets.

Overview of Octagon Credit Investors

Octagon Credit Investors, LLC serves as the investment sub-adviser for the OCTIX Fund. With a robust $33.6 billion in assets under management, Octagon has over 30 years of experience in below-investment-grade corporate credit investment, focusing on leveraged loans, high yield bonds, and structured credit investments. The firm is recognized for its disciplined credit analysis and active portfolio management strategies.

Important Investor Information

Investing in the OCTIX Fund involves risks, including the potential loss of the entire investment. There is no guarantee that the fund’s investment objectives will be realized. Investors should be aware that:

• The Fund does not intend to list its shares on any national exchange, limiting liquidity.
• Quarterly repurchase offers aim to provide limited liquidity, but there are no guarantees regarding the sale of shares.
• The Fund primarily invests in below-investment-grade securities, also known as "junk" bonds, which carry increased risk.

For a comprehensive overview of risks, please refer to the Fund’s prospectus and other disclosures available at www.sec.gov or the Fund’s official website.

Contact for Media Inquiries

For media inquiries, please contact:

Joanna Sowa
Marketing Associate
jsowa@xainvestments.com
Phone: 312-374-6938