Columbia Quality Income A (AUGAX)
| Fund Assets | 1.32B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.88% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000 |
| Turnover | 330.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.62% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.62% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 18.17 |
| YTD Return | 4.15% |
| 1-Year Return | 0.87% |
| 5-Year Return | -7.49% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.17 |
| 52-Week High | 18.85 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 348 |
| Inception Date | Feb 14, 2002 |
About AUGAX
Columbia Quality Income Fund Class A is a diversified mutual fund that prioritizes generating current income for its shareholders, while also focusing on the preservation of capital. The fund primarily invests in mortgage-related securities that are either issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies, such as the Federal National Mortgage Association and the Government National Mortgage Association. This fixed income portfolio is distinguished by its emphasis on high credit quality and moderate interest rate sensitivity, offering exposure primarily to the U.S. mortgage-backed securities sector. With more than 300 holdings, the fund spreads its assets broadly among various securitized instruments, aiming to balance income generation with risk management. It pays monthly dividends, which appeals to investors seeking consistent income streams. Established in 2002, Columbia Quality Income Fund Class A has become a recognized option within the intermediate core-plus bond category, serving individuals and institutions looking for relative stability and regular income within the broader fixed income market.
Performance
AUGAX had a total return of 0.87% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.10%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMGAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities A | 0.80% |
| FMSCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities I | 0.57% |
| FIKUX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class Z | 0.36% |
| FMSAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities M | 0.80% |
| FMSFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Mortgage Securities | 0.44% |
Top 10 Holdings
29.07% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Federal National Mortgage Association 4.5% | FNCL.4.5 7.11 | 6.01% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3.5% | FNCL.3.5 7.11 | 5.76% |
| Columbia Short-Term Cash | n/a | 4.07% |
| Government National Mortgage Association 4.5% | G2SF.4.5 7.11 | 3.52% |
| Government National Mortgage Association 2.5% | G2.CD3644 | 2.00% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3% | FNCI.3 7.11 | 1.94% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 4% | FN.FS2446 | 1.70% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3% | FNCL.3 7.11 | 1.42% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 4.5% | FN.FS8147 | 1.34% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2% | FNCL.2 7.13 | 1.30% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.067 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.0615 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.0595 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.0555 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.0525 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.0515 | Feb 28, 2025 |