Morgan Stanley Institutional Fund Trust Ultra-Short Income Portfolio Class IR (MULSX)

Overview

The fund is focused on investing in liquid, high-quality U.S. dollar-denominated money market instruments, catering to both U.S. and foreign financial issuers and non-financial issuers alike. This broad investment approach encompasses obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, alongside its agencies and instrumentalities. Prioritizing securities that offer stability and liquidity, the fund targets instruments within the realm of money markets to ensure both safety and competitive returns for its investors.

Products and Services

• Commercial Paper

  Short-term, unsecured obligations issued by corporations, with maturities typically less than 270 days. The fund invests in commercial paper as a way to achieve high liquidity and moderate income, principally from companies with high credit ratings.

• Corporate Debt Obligations

  Debt securities issued by corporations to fund their operations, expansions, or other financial needs. These obligations vary in terms of risk, return, and maturity, providing the fund with flexibility in targeting investments that align with its risk-reward profile.

• Debt Obligations of U.S. and Foreign Banks

  This includes certificates of deposit and promissory notes from both U.S. banks and foreign banks, as well as U.S. branches or subsidiaries of foreign banks. These instruments offer a mix of safety, liquidity, and income, stemming from the banking sector's regulations and financial backing.

• U.S. Government and Agency Securities

  Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies, and instrumentalities. These investments are considered low risk due to the backing of the U.S. government and are sought after for their stability and reliable income streams.