BlackRock Inflation Protected Bond Fund Investor C Shares (BPRCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.72B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.92% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 220.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.28 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.10% |
| Dividend Growth | 3.43% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.00 |
| YTD Return | -0.10% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.96% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.83% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.96 |
| 52-Week High | 9.27 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 657 |
| Inception Date | Jun 28, 2004 |
About BPRCX
BlackRock Inflation Protected Bond Fund Investor C Shares is a mutual fund focused on preserving capital and delivering income by investing primarily in inflation-indexed debt securities, such as U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) and comparable international instruments. Managed by a dedicated inflation team within BlackRock’s robust global fixed-income platform, the fund targets investors seeking a layer of protection against inflation’s impact on purchasing power. By allocating at least 80% of its assets to inflation-indexed bonds of varying maturities issued by both U.S. and non-U.S. governments and their agencies, the fund seeks to deliver relatively stable, inflation-adjusted returns over the long term. With only a minimal allocation to domestic stocks and a modest proportion in foreign issues, the fund prioritizes government and agency fixed-income securities to anchor its risk profile. It plays a significant role in diversified portfolios, especially for those aiming to hedge against rising prices while maintaining exposure to high-quality sovereign debt.
Performance
BPRCX had a total return of 2.96% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.50%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.04454 | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.0185 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.0008 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0258 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $0.01747 | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0285 | Nov 28, 2025 |