Federated Hermes MDT Small Cap Core Fund

This investment vehicle primarily targets the common stock of small-sized U.S. companies. It maintains a policy of dedicating at least 80% of its net assets (including any funds borrowed for investment) to businesses categorized as small companies. The portfolio manager implements a small-capitalization investment approach, predominantly selecting holdings from companies featured in the Russell 2000® Index. While concentrating on these, the fund's holdings can also include, but are not limited to, other equity securities issued by domestic entities.