US Funds

Payden Limited Maturity Fund (PYLMX)

$9.51

NAV ($)

$0.00

NAV change ($) as of 4/19/2024

  • Overview
  • Portfolio Statistics
  • Performance & Expenses
  • Fund Commentary
Investment Strategy

The Payden Limited Maturity Fund seeks to outperform current money market rates by utilizing short-term securities that are primarily investment-grade. The fund is primarily comprised of U.S. Government securities, investment-grade corporate bonds, mortgage- and asset-backed securities and money markets. The maximum average portfolio maturity is two and one-half years.

Role In Portfolio

Ultra Short-Term Bond – Appropriate for investors who desire yields greater than money market funds while maintaining a high degree of liquidity, but can tolerate fluctuations in the net asset value (NAV).

Fund Highlights
Invests primarily in high-quality, short-term securities.
Low annual expense ratio.
No loads (other fees apply).
Seeks to earn a higher yield than a traditional money market fund.
The value of an investment will generally fall when interest rates rise.

Fund Snapshot - 03/31/2024
Fund Inception Date Apr 29, 1994
Share Class Inception Date Apr 29, 1994
Ticker PYLMX
CUSIP 704329606
Fund Total Net Assets $1.9 billion
Benchmark ICE BOFA US 3-MONTH TREASURY BILL INDEX

Net Expense Ratio 0.30%
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 Limited Maturity Fund (PYLMX) Morningstar average:
Ultrashort Bond
Net Expense Ratio 0.30% 0.56%

(A) Expenses are lower than 86% of the Morningstar US Ultra Short Bond Category as of May 2016.

(B) This is not a money market fund. The share price will fluctuate.

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.

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 - 03/31/2024
Fund Inception Date Apr 29, 1994
Share Class Inception Date Apr 29, 1994
Total Net Assets $1.9 billion
Average Duration 0.6 years
Average Maturity 1.1 years
30-Day SEC Yield (04/12/24) 5.43%
30-Day SEC Yield (unsubsidized) 5.03%
Duration Breakdown
Years Percent of Portfolio
0-178%
1-321%
3-51%
Total 100%
Credit Breakdown
Credit Quality Percent of Portfolio
AAA53%
AA10%
A18%
BBB13%
BB5%
Unrated1%
Total 100%
Security ratings are assigned using the highest rating of Moody’s, S&P, and Fitch.
Sector Breakdown
Sector Percent of Portfolio
Corporates39%
Asset-Backed29%
Money Markets20%
Mortgage-Backed12%
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 203
3 Year 203
Category: Ultrashort Bond 5 Year 183
Criterion: Risk-Adjusted Return 10 Year 110

Total Returns
YTD 1 Year 3 Year 5 Year 10 Year Since Inception
Quarter-end (3/31/2024) 1.46% 6.37% 2.76% 2.50% 1.89% 2.77%
Month-end (3/31/2024) 1.46% 6.37% 2.76% 2.50% 1.89% 2.77%
Yearly Returns
20236.22%
20220.55%
20210.31%
20201.84%
20193.35%
20181.78%
20171.64%
20161.34%
20150.30%
20140.58%
Expenses
Total Annual Operating Expense 0.48%
Net or Actual Operating Expense 0.30%

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 - 03/31/2024

MARKET
The Federal Reserve (Fed) held rates steady at their January and March meetings and is still anticipating three cuts over the year. However, they did revise their forecasts for Gross Domestic Product and employment upwards, indicating an expectation that the economy may remain stronger than previously thought. Interest rates moved higher across the yield curve as the market sold-off in response to higher-than-expected inflation and employment data.
The Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) – a measure of the overnight secured borrowing rate – fell by 0.04%, to 5.34% from 5.38% at year-end. At quarter-end, the three-month term SOFR rate is three basis points (bps) lower at 5.30%, and the three-month U.S. Treasury bill closed three bps higher at 5.36%.
Total U.S. investment-grade corporate issuance for the first quarter was $530 billion. This exceeded expectations and was well digested with credit yields above similar-maturity U.S. Treasuries lower on the year.

OUTLOOK
The lagged effects of restrictive monetary policy could cause extra stress on the economy, however, we currently see few signs of an impending recession and are expecting a “soft landing.” We are closely tracking several risks including election year volatility, increasing government debt financing, and increased supply issues. In this environment, we continue to be judicious in our risk investments as narrow risk premiums currently do not reward investors to add to marginal risk positions.

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.