The Hartford Balanced Income Fund Class R4 (HBLSX)
| Fund Assets | 11.75B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.96% |
| Min. Investment | $250,000 |
| Turnover | 61.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.12 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.72% |
| Dividend Growth | 12.97% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 14.54 |
| YTD Return | -0.68% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.82% |
| 5-Year Return | 25.65% |
| 52-Week Low | 13.75 |
| 52-Week High | 15.46 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1473 |
| Inception Date | May 28, 2010 |
About HBLSX
The Hartford Balanced Income Fund Class R4 is a mutual fund that seeks to provide investors with a combination of current income and long-term capital growth. As a balanced fund, it allocates its portfolio primarily between equity and fixed income securities, targeting approximately 45% in stocks and 55% in bonds, with only minor fluctuations in these allocations. This strategy positions the fund within the moderately conservative allocation category, prioritizing capital preservation and steady income while still offering some growth potential through equity exposure. The fund's holdings are broadly diversified and generally focused on U.S. securities, making it suitable for investors who desire lower volatility compared to equity-only funds. It pays dividends quarterly and has a notable yield, reflecting its income-oriented approach. Managed by an experienced team, the Hartford Balanced Income Fund Class R4 plays a significant role in offering a balanced solution for those seeking both income and moderate capital appreciation within a single investment vehicle.
Performance
HBLSX had a total return of 6.82% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.31%.
Top 10 Holdings
10.47% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Mar 26 | n/a | 2.19% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 1.14% |
| Usd | n/a | 1.09% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 1.04% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 0.89% |
| Unilever PLC | UL | 0.87% |
| T-Mobile US, Inc. | TMUS | 0.86% |
| Morgan Stanley | MS | 0.81% |
| Elevance Health, Inc. | ELV | 0.79% |
| Honeywell International Inc. | HON | 0.78% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | $0.12361 | Mar 30, 2026 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | $0.11975 | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.63962 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | $0.11985 | Sep 29, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.12034 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 27, 2025 | $0.12314 | Mar 28, 2025 |