Sterling Capital Total Return Bond Fund (BICCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.49B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.45% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 63.02% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.29 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.11% |
| Dividend Growth | 6.83% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.36 |
| YTD Return | 1.95% |
| 1-Year Return | 0.54% |
| 5-Year Return | -8.26% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.09 |
| 52-Week High | 9.64 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 343 |
| Inception Date | Feb 1, 2001 |
About BICCX
Sterling Capital Total Return Bond Fund Class C is a mutual fund focused on delivering a high level of current income while maintaining principal stability. Classified within the intermediate core bond category, this fund primarily invests in a broad, diversified mix of fixed-income securities including U.S. government bonds, agency securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed, and convertible securities. By holding more than 300 individual positions, it aims to spread risk across issuers and sectors. With an established inception date in 2001 and assets exceeding $1 billion, the fund provides monthly income distributions, supporting income-seeking investors and institutions. Its portfolio typically aligns with moderate credit quality and interest rate sensitivity profiles, striving to balance income generation and risk mitigation. While the fund's expense ratio is relatively high compared to peers, it offers convenient access to a broad segment of the U.S. bond market, making it relevant for those seeking diversified bond exposure within a single vehicle.
Performance
BICCX had a total return of 0.54% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.62%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Top 10 Holdings
25.24% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Notes 4.125% | T.4.125 11.15.32 | 7.51% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2.5% | T.2.5 02.15.45 | 3.86% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.25% | T.4.25 08.15.54 | 2.55% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 02.15.34 | 2.43% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.375% | T.1.375 08.15.50 | 2.18% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 02.28.30 | 1.69% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3% | FN.FS8022 | 1.44% |
| ONEMAIN FINANCIAL ISSUANCE TRUST 1.55% | OMFIT.2021-1A A1 | 1.34% |
| HERTZ VEHICLE FINANCING III LLC 5.48% | HERTZ.2024-2A A | 1.20% |
| Federated Hermes Treasury Obligations Fund | TOPXX | 1.05% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.02444 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02394 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.02406 | Jun 2, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.02342 | May 1, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.025 | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.0244 | Mar 3, 2025 |