John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust - Ultra Short Term Bond Trust (JAGEX)
| Fund Assets | n/a |
| Expense Ratio | 0.87% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | n/a |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.55 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.82% |
| Dividend Growth | 242.61% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 11.36 |
| YTD Return | 3.74% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.11% |
| 5-Year Return | n/a |
| 52-Week Low | 10.91 |
| 52-Week High | 11.36 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 198 |
| Inception Date | n/a |
About JAGEX
John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust Ultra Short Term Bond Trust Series II is a mutual fund that focuses on providing a high level of current income while prioritizing liquidity and the preservation of capital. As an ultra-short term bond fund, it primarily invests in high-quality, short duration fixed income securities, making it well-suited for investors seeking limited interest rate risk and reduced portfolio volatility. This fund typically holds a diversified mix of short-term instruments such as U.S. Treasury bills and other investment grade debt, aiming to offer stable returns with minimal price fluctuation. With a relatively conservative approach, it appeals to those who want exposure to fixed income markets without the higher risk and duration exposure often found in longer-maturity bond funds. The Ultra Short Term Bond Trust Series II plays a significant role within variable insurance products, serving as a core component for capital preservation and short-term cash management strategies within broader insurance-linked investment platforms. The fund distributes dividends annually and carefully manages liquidity and credit quality to safeguard investor principal in the prevailing interest rate environment.
Performance
JAGEX had a total return of 4.11% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.72%.
Top 10 Holdings
28.51% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 01/26 0.00000 | B | 11.09% |
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 12/25 0.00000 | B | 4.33% |
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 12/25 0.00000 | B | 3.29% |
| Pfizer Investment Enterprises Pte. Ltd. - PFIZER INVESTMENT ENTERPRISES COMPANY GUAR 05/26 4.45 | PFE | 1.41% |
| CVS Health Corporation - CVS HEALTH CORP SR UNSECURED 02/26 5 | CVS | 1.41% |
| Ford Credit Auto Owner Trust 2020-REV2 - FORD CREDIT AUTO OWNER TRUST 2 FORDR 2020 2 A 144A | FORDR | 1.40% |
| Visa Inc. - VISA INC SR UNSECURED 12/25 3.15 | V | 1.40% |
| AbbVie Inc. - ABBVIE INC SR UNSECURED 05/26 3.2 | ABBV | 1.40% |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company - BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB CO SR UNSECURED 06/26 3.2 | BMY | 1.40% |
| BMW US CAPITAL LLC COMPANY GUAR 144A 04/26 2.8 | BMW | 1.39% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2025 | $0.54783 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| Oct 24, 2024 | $0.1599 | Oct 25, 2024 |
| Oct 24, 2023 | $0.29801 | Oct 25, 2023 |
| Oct 25, 2022 | $0.14194 | Oct 26, 2022 |
| Nov 21, 2019 | $0.13324 | Nov 22, 2019 |
| Nov 20, 2018 | $0.13115 | Nov 21, 2018 |