| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSA SSA Swiss Advisors AG SSA Swiss Advisors AG | 6,910 | $64,410.82 | $63,641.1 | -$769.72 | -1.2% |
| NASDAQ Exchange | US Country |
The described company is a bond-focused investment fund that primarily targets investments in a diverse mix of bond securities. This includes a strong adherence to investing at least 80% of its net assets, adding borrowings for investment purposes, in an array of bonds. These bonds can range widely from government notes and bonds to corporate bonds and more specialized forms like mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and credit risk transfer securities, alongside money market instruments. With a strategy that emphasizes investment grade debt securities for at least 65% of its net assets, the fund aims to maintain a balance between risk and return by capping the portion of its investments in high-yield/high-risk (or "junk") bonds to 35% or less of its net assets. This approach underlines the fund's commitment to stability and quality in its investment selections, catering to investors seeking diversified bond investments with managed risk profiles.
Encompassing a broad range from government notes and bonds to corporate bonds, this forms the core of the fund's investment focus. The diversity within this category allows the fund to balance risk and return, tailoring its portfolio towards stability and growth in the bond market.
This includes both commercial and residential mortgage-backed securities (MBS), offering the fund exposure to the real estate market indirectly. By investing in these securities, the fund takes on an additional layer of diversification, tapping into the inherent value and income potential of real estate mortgages.
Similar in structure to MBS, asset-backed securities (ABS) provide the fund with investment opportunities in a pool of assets, typically consisting of receivables from credit cards, auto loans, and other types of consumer or business debt. These investments add another dimension of diversification and potential income.
CRTs offer an innovative approach to managing and distributing the credit risk associated with mortgages insured or guaranteed by U.S. government agencies. By investing in CRTs, the fund engages in a more modern form of risk management, further diversifying its risk profile.
For liquidity purposes and to maintain a stable cash position, the fund invests in money market instruments. These short-term debt securities offer a safe and liquid option for managing the fund's cash flow, ensuring readiness for market opportunities or redemptions.
A significant portion of the fund's assets is allocated towards debt securities that are rated investment grade. This policy emphasizes the fund’s approach towards maintaining a quality and stable investment portfolio, presenting a lower risk of default compared to securities rated below investment grade.
Also known as "junk" bonds, these securities represent a smaller, though substantial, portion of the fund's investment strategy. Limited to 35% or less of its net assets, these high-risk investments offer the potential for higher returns, providing an attractive balance of risk and reward within the fund's overall strategy.