Columbia Quality Income Fund Class A (AUGAX)
| Fund Assets | 1.17B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.88% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000 |
| Turnover | 330.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.75 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.92% |
| Dividend Growth | 11.00% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 19.10 |
| YTD Return | 1.65% |
| 1-Year Return | 11.22% |
| 5-Year Return | -4.91% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.36 |
| 52-Week High | 19.18 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 326 |
| 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 11.22% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.70%.
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 Fund - Class A | 0.80% |
| FMSCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class I | 0.57% |
| FIKUX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class Z | 0.36% |
| FMSAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class M | 0.80% |
| FMSFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Mortgage Securities Fund | 0.44% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.062 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0725 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.065 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.0685 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.068 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.068 | Aug 29, 2025 |