About GDFIX
Goldman Sachs Short Duration Bond Fund Institutional Class is an actively managed mutual fund focused on generating total return through income and capital appreciation within the short-term, investment‑grade fixed income universe. The strategy primarily invests in bonds with limited interest rate sensitivity, typically targeting an effective duration of about one to three years to help moderate price volatility relative to longer‑maturity bond funds. The portfolio spans multiple sectors beyond government securities, including corporate credit and mortgage‑backed securities, with notable allocations to agency mortgage pools and high‑quality corporates to diversify sources of income. Positioned in the short‑term bond category, it aims to balance liquidity, credit quality, and yield, appealing to institutions seeking a conservative core bond allocation or a cash‑plus solution. The fund’s institutional share class features a competitive expense profile for its peer group and is designed for larger allocations with institutional minimums. By emphasizing high‑quality, short‑duration instruments and broad sector exposure, Goldman Sachs Short Duration Bond Fund Institutional Class serves as a tool for managing interest rate risk while maintaining income generation in diversified fixed income portfolios.
Fund Family Goldman Sachs
Category Short-Term Bond
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Above Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol GDFIX
Share Class Institutional
Index Bloomberg US 1-5 Yr Corporate Bond TR
GDFIX had a total return of 4.25% in the past year, including dividends.
Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.22%.
