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) | 0.16 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.35% |
| Dividend Growth | -46.34% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 11.82 |
| YTD Return | 3.14% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.64% |
| 5-Year Return | n/a |
| 52-Week Low | 11.23 |
| 52-Week High | 11.82 |
| 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 6.64% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.22%.
Top 10 Holdings
28.86% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 01/26 0.00000 | B | 10.19% |
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 12/25 0.00000 | B | 5.51% |
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 12/25 0.00000 | B | 3.97% |
| United States Treasury Bills - UNITED STATES TREASURY BILL 10/25 0.00000 | B | 1.38% |
| CVS Health Corporation - CVS HEALTH CORP SR UNSECURED 02/26 5 | CVS | 1.31% |
| Pfizer Investment Enterprises Pte. Ltd. - PFIZER INVESTMENT ENTERPRISES COMPANY GUAR 05/26 4.45 | PFE | 1.31% |
| JPMorgan Chase and Co. - JPMORGAN CHASE and CO SR UNSECURED 07/25 3.9 | JPM | 1.30% |
| 3M Company - 3M CO SR UNSECURED 08/25 3 | MMM | 1.30% |
| Visa Inc. - VISA INC SR UNSECURED 12/25 3.15 | V | 1.30% |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company - BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB CO SR UNSECURED 06/26 3.2 | BMY | 1.29% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Aug 23, 2018 | $0.04441 | Aug 24, 2018 |