Baird Mid Cap Growth Fund Investor Class (BMDSX)
| Fund Assets | 842.11M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.06% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.35 |
| Dividend Yield | 14.60% |
| Dividend Growth | 141.76% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 16.07 |
| YTD Return | -4.91% |
| 1-Year Return | -4.69% |
| 5-Year Return | -10.01% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.07 |
| 52-Week High | 21.32 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 51 |
| Inception Date | Dec 29, 2000 |
About BMDSX
The Baird Mid Cap Growth Fund Investor Class is a mutual fund focused on achieving long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in mid-sized U.S. companies with above-average growth potential. The fund typically allocates at least 80% of its net assets to equity securities of mid-cap companies, which are known for their balance between growth prospects and established operational histories. While the majority of holdings are domestic, the fund may invest up to 15% of assets in foreign securities or American Depositary Receipts, enabling some diversification beyond U.S. borders. The portfolio emphasizes companies with strong management teams, robust balance sheets, and compelling growth outlooks, covering sectors such as technology, healthcare, industrials, and consumer discretionary. The fund utilizes a disciplined, risk-controlled investment approach, seeking to deliver consistent, competitive returns while maintaining volatility lower than that of the broader growth market. The Baird Mid Cap Growth Fund Investor Class serves as a core holding for investors aiming for long-term participation in the dynamic segment of mid-sized growth companies within the U.S. equity market.
Performance
BMDSX had a total return of -4.69% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.73%.
Equivalent Funds
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Other Share Classes
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| Symbol | Share Class | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| BMDIX | Institutional | 0.81% |
Top 10 Holdings
29.81% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| First American Government Obligations Fund | FGUXX | 3.81% |
| Curtiss-Wright Corporation | CW | 3.57% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. | HLT | 3.15% |
| CAVA Group, Inc. | CAVA | 3.00% |
| XPO, Inc. | XPO | 2.90% |
| West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. | WST | 2.77% |
| Fastenal Company | FAST | 2.73% |
| Ferguson Enterprises Inc. | FERG | 2.68% |
| DexCom, Inc. | DXCM | 2.67% |
| IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. | IDXX | 2.54% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | $2.34595 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | $0.97037 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Dec 14, 2023 | $0.54813 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $0.34264 | Dec 16, 2022 |
| Dec 16, 2021 | $4.81824 | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | $1.24317 | Dec 18, 2019 |