Payden Strategic Income Fund (PYSGX)
$9.48
NAV ($)
$-0.01
NAV change ($) as of 5/10/2024
- Overview
- Portfolio Statistics
- Performance & Expenses
- Fund Commentary
Investment Strategy
The Payden Strategic Income Fund invests in a customized mix of fixed-income sectors, across the entire bond universe and maturity curve. This strategy invests in a diverse mix of securities across a multitude of sectors including: emerging-markets, high-yield and investment-grade corporates, and mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, investing with a long-term outlook.
Role In Portfolio
Strategic Income – Appropriate for investors with a long-term investment horizon who seek higher income and diversification across the full bond universe.
Fund Highlights
| Seeks income with a custom mix of investments across the yield curve. | |
| Focuses on “best ideas” to uncover relative value opportunities globally, with the ability to invest anywhere. | |
| Strategic investment horizon encourages a flexible and creative approach to structuring the portfolio. | |
| The value of an investment will generally fall when interest rates rise. |
Fund Snapshot - 04/30/2024
| Fund Inception Date | May 8, 2014 |
| Share Class Inception Date | May 8, 2014 |
| Ticker | PYSGX |
| CUSIP | 704329168 |
| Fund Total Net Assets | $179.7 million |
| Benchmark | BLOOMBERG US AGGREGATE BOND INDEX |
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.66% |
| Sales Charge | None |
| Investment Minimum | |
| Investor Class - Regular Account | $100,000 |
| Investor Class - IRA Account | $100,000 |
| Adviser Class - Regular Account | $5,000 |
| Adviser Class - IRA Account | $2,000 |
| SI Class | $10,000,000 |
| Additional Investment - All Classes | $250 |
A Low Cost leader
| Payden Strategic Income Fund (PYSGX) | Morningstar average: Short-Term Bond |
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|---|---|---|
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.66% | 0.84% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
Portfolio Characteristics - 04/30/2024
| Fund Inception Date | May 8, 2014 |
| Share Class Inception Date | May 8, 2014 |
| Total Net Assets | $179.7 million |
| Average Duration | 3.8 years |
| Average Maturity | 5.7 years |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (05/03/24) | 5.23% |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (unsubsidized) | 5.04% |
Duration Breakdown
| Years | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| 0-1 | 29% |
| 1-3 | 23% |
| 3-5 | 20% |
| 5-7 | 15% |
| 7-10 | 9% |
| 10+ | 4% |
| Total | 100% |
Credit Breakdown
| Credit Quality | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| AAA | 40% |
| AA | 4% |
| A | 9% |
| BBB | 25% |
| BB | 10% |
| B | 4% |
| CCC | 1% |
| Unrated | 7% |
| Total | 100% |
Sector Breakdown
| Sector | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| Investment Grade Corporates | 26% |
| U.S. Government | 25% |
| Securitized | 20% |
| High Yield | 11% |
| Agency MBS | 7% |
| Emerging Market Debt | 6% |
| Muni | 5% |
| Total | 100% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
| Number of funds | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 |
Overall |  |
532 |
| 3 Year | |
532 | |
| Category: Short-Term Bond | 5 Year | |
492 |
| Criterion: | |||
Total Returns
| YTD | 1 Year | 3 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | Since Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter-end (3/31/2024) | 0.99% | 5.90% | 1.12% | 2.74% | N/A | 2.72% |
| Month-end (4/30/2024) | -0.05% | 4.23% | 0.47% | 2.40% | N/A | 2.59% |
Yearly Returns
| 2023 | 7.42% |
| 2022 | -6.62% |
| 2021 | 1.72% |
| 2020 | 6.19% |
| 2019 | 8.33% |
| 2018 | -0.51% |
| 2017 | 4.24% |
| 2016 | 3.65% |
| 2015 | 1.78% |
| 2014 | 0.61% |
Expenses
| Total Annual Operating Expense | 0.87% |
| Net or Actual Operating Expense | 0.66% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
(A) An overall rating is based on a weighted average of the fund’s ratings for the three-, five- and ten-year periods, if applicable. For each fund with at least a three-year history, Morningstar calculates a Morningstar Rating (based on a Morningstar Risk-Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a funds monthly performance (including the effects of sales charges, loads and redemption fees), placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The top 10% of funds in each category receive five stars and the next 22.5% receive four stars. Highly rated funds are defined as those that have a four or five star Morningstar rating. Data provided by Morningstar, Inc. Although gathered from reliable sources, data completeness and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Morningstar is a registered trademark of Morningstar, Inc. and is not affiliated with Paydenfunds
Fund Commentary - 04/30/2024
| MARKET | |
| In April, investors navigated markets amidst a backdrop of sticky inflation and geopolitical tensions. | |
| In the U.S., economic data continued to be robust throughout April, sparking fears of higher inflation and delayed rate cuts. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) manufacturing index reported in the expansionary territory for the first time since 2022, and the non-farm payroll reports indicated strong job growth with the U.S. economy adding 303,000 jobs in March. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell struck a hawkish tone during a moderated discussion by the Wilson Center, further impacting investor sentiment. Due to heightened inflation concerns, yields rose throughout April, reflecting shifting investor expectations regarding the pace of future rate cuts. Consequently, U.S. Treasuries rose 0.48%. Against a backdrop of higher yields for longer, the S&P 500 declined by 4.16%. | |
| Geopolitical tensions, notably in the Middle East between Israel and Iran, added a layer of uncertainty. Said tensions weighed on investors’ sentiment and sent oil prices up, with Brent Crude Oil reaching highs of $91 per barrel. | |
| OUTLOOK | |
| As the year has progressed, economic growth has remained resilient, and while the disinflation process is underway, inflation has not slowed as quickly as markets initially expected. Some regions, such as the U.S., have begun to show signs of an inflation rebound. This backdrop has added some uncertainty to the Federal Reserve (Fed) and other central bank reaction functions. While most central banks moved concurrently during 2022/2023 hiking cycles, we expect regional divergences to emerge in cutting cycles. We maintain our view that the U.S. may likely delay the start and speed of its cutting cycle by more than markets expect. Meanwhile, we are more confident that we should see other major central banks (Bank of England and European Central Bank) begin cutting key interest rates as soon as this summer. | |
| Given the low volatility environment thus far in 2024, credit risk appetite has remained strong, and fixed-income risk assets have outperformed underlying government bonds. We expect greater volatility in risk assets going forward and believe current levels of valuations, investor positioning and volatility indicators do not appropriately reflect these risks. | |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.