About LSCIX
Lord Abbett Short Duration Core Bond Fund Class I is an actively managed open‑end mutual fund focused on high‑quality, short‑maturity fixed income. The fund seeks to provide current income and capital preservation by investing primarily in investment‑grade bonds and related derivatives, maintaining a short effective duration to limit interest‑rate sensitivity. Its mandate targets a diversified mix of U.S. Treasuries, agencies, investment‑grade corporates, and securitized debt, with the portfolio anchored in shorter tenors to manage volatility while offering consistent income paid monthly. Institutional in design, the share class features a net expense ratio of 0.40% and a typical minimum initial investment of $1,000,000, with specified exceptions for certain intermediaries and qualified plans. The strategy’s risk profile centers on credit selection and spread dynamics rather than large swings in rates, aiming to serve as a core short‑term bond allocation within multi‑asset or fixed income portfolios. Positioned in the short‑term bond category, the fund’s investment approach emphasizes liquidity, diversification, and disciplined duration management to support stability through varied market cycles.
Fund Family Lord Abbett
Category Short-Term Bond
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol LSCIX
Share Class Class I
Index Bloomberg 1-3 Y Government/Credit TR
LSCIX had a total return of 3.29% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 2.31%.
