Principal Government & High Quality Bond Fund Class A (CMPGX)
| Fund Assets | 613.64M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.85% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 268.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.32 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.36% |
| Dividend Growth | 23.79% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.20 |
| YTD Return | -1.42% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.32% |
| 5-Year Return | -4.52% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.66 |
| 52-Week High | 9.42 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 331 |
| Inception Date | May 4, 1984 |
About CMPGX
Principal Government & High Quality Bond Fund Class A is an open-end mutual fund focused on generating a high level of current income while maintaining safety and liquidity. It primarily invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies, or instrumentalities, including a significant allocation to mortgage-backed and other securitized assets. The fund is managed within the intermediate government bond category and typically exhibits high credit quality and moderate interest rate sensitivity, aiming to offer stability and consistent income for investors. Featuring monthly dividend distributions, the fund seeks to appeal to income-focused investors who value diversification within high-quality government-related securities. With a track record dating back to 1984 and a portfolio managed by experienced professionals, this fund plays a notable role in providing exposure to the U.S. fixed-income market, supporting both individual and institutional strategies seeking reliable, government-related bond exposure with an emphasis on capital preservation and regular income distributions.
Performance
CMPGX had a total return of 5.32% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.57%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02742 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0276 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02378 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02626 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02657 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02947 | Aug 29, 2025 |