About CSHTX
AB Taxable Multi-Sector Income Shares is an actively managed mutual fund focused on diversified fixed-income exposure across sectors to pursue current income with secondary capital appreciation. The strategy normally allocates at least 80% of net assets to fixed-income securities, drawing from government, corporate, securitized, municipal, and derivative instruments to balance credit opportunities with interest-rate risk management. Its portfolio reflects a multi-sector approach that can include U.S. Treasuries, agency debt, investment-grade corporates, municipals, and credit derivatives, aiming to enhance income while maintaining a moderate duration profile. Recent characteristics indicate medium credit quality with limited interest-rate sensitivity and an effective duration of roughly 1.8 years, positioning the fund toward shorter interest-rate exposure. The fund’s top holdings have included U.S. government-related issues and select municipal and corporate exposures, illustrating its cross-sector flexibility. Within the broader market, AB Taxable Multi-Sector Income Shares serves as a core-plus income option for investors seeking diversified bond market participation, leveraging sector rotation and security selection to navigate changing credit and rate environments.
Fund Family AllianceBernstein
Category Miscellaneous Fixed Income
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol CSHTX
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CSHTX had a total return of 4.22% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 1.88%.
