American Century Government Bond R (ABTRX)
| Fund Assets | 568.80M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.97% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 155.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.31% |
| Dividend Growth | 1.05% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.39 |
| YTD Return | 2.48% |
| 1-Year Return | -0.06% |
| 5-Year Return | -11.73% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.07 |
| 52-Week High | 9.74 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 193 |
| Inception Date | Mar 1, 2010 |
About ABTRX
The American Century Government Bond Fund R Class is an open-end mutual fund that aims to provide investors with a high level of current income while maintaining the safety associated with U.S. government debt securities. Its primary function is to invest at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of U.S. Treasury and government agency bonds, as well as mortgage-backed securities issued by agencies such as Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac. The fund’s holdings are structured to maintain a weighted average maturity typically between 13 months and 10 years, classifying it as an intermediate government bond fund. By focusing on government securities, the fund plays a key role for investors seeking income with moderate risk and liquidity in fixed income markets. Notable features include monthly dividend payouts, an average expense ratio, and a minimum investment requirement, making it accessible for retirement plan participants. The fund is benchmarked to indices like the Bloomberg U.S. Government Mortgage Total Return Index, highlighting its emphasis on government-backed debt. Its market significance lies in providing stability and income to portfolios, particularly for those looking to balance volatility from equity investments or preserve capital in uncertain environments.
Performance
ABTRX had a total return of -0.06% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 0.71%.
Top 10 Holdings
31.50% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Federal National Mortgage Association - FNCL 5 7/25 MBS 30yr | FNCL | 6.30% |
| U.S. TREASURY - United States Treasury Note/Bond 3.75 12/31/2028 | T | 4.65% |
| U.S. TREASURY - United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.25 03/31/2029 | T | 3.84% |
| State Street Bank & Trust Co - Fixed Income Clearing Corp 4.39 07/01/2025 | STBK | 3.06% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association - FNCL 5.5 7/25 MBS 30yr | FNCL | 3.00% |
| U.S. TREASURY - United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.38 11/30/2030 | T | 2.82% |
| State of California 4.60% 04/01/2038 | CAS | 2.27% |
| U.S. TREASURY - United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.25 08/31/2030 | T | 2.18% |
| U.S. TREASURY - United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.88 10/31/2030 | T | 1.81% |
| GOVERNMENT NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION - Ginnie Mae II Pool 2.00 | G2 | 1.56% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02915 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.02785 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02699 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.02918 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.02786 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.02622 | Mar 31, 2025 |