Hartford Schroders Core Fixed Income Fund is an open-end mutual fund focused on providing long-term total return while preserving capital. The fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade fixed income securities, including corporate bonds, U.S. Treasuries, agency mortgage-backed securities, and taxable municipals. Its portfolio is actively managed using a value-driven process to identify mispriced bonds and sectors, allowing for flexible allocations that adapt to changing market conditions. The fund is sub-advised by Schroders, a global asset manager with extensive experience in public and private fixed income markets. Designed for investors seeking broad-based exposure to the U.S. investment-grade bond market, this fund plays a central role in many fixed income strategies, serving as a core holding for income and diversification. It targets intermediate maturities, maintains moderate credit risk, and distributes income monthly, making it a staple in the intermediate core bond category for fixed income investors.