About GSOIX
Goldman Sachs Government Income Fund Institutional is an open-end mutual fund specializing in fixed income, primarily focusing on U.S. government and agency securities. Its principal objective is to provide a high level of current income while preserving capital, making it particularly relevant to investors prioritizing safety and consistent income generation. The fund invests mainly in obligations backed by the U.S. government, including Treasury notes, Treasury bonds, and securities issued by government-related entities such as the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), and Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae). With a diversified portfolio comprised of hundreds of holdings and an emphasis on high credit quality and interest rate sensitivity, the fund allocates over 90% of assets to government-backed bonds. It is classified within the intermediate government bond category, reflecting its focus on bonds with moderate duration and predictable risk profiles. In the broader market, the fund serves as a stable fixed income option for diversifying portfolios and managing interest rate exposure, delivering consistent income while maintaining a strong focus on principal safety.
Fund Family Goldman Sachs
Category Intermediate Government
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol GSOIX
Share Class Institutional
Index Bloomberg U.S. Government Mortgage TR
GSOIX had a total return of 8.10% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 7.78%.
