BlackRock Strategic Global Bond Fund (MDWIX)
| Fund Assets | 865.74M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.79% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 293.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.20 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.52% |
| Dividend Growth | 90.04% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 5.34 |
| YTD Return | 4.30% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.18% |
| 5-Year Return | -4.58% |
| 52-Week Low | 5.13 |
| 52-Week High | 5.45 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.28 |
| Holdings | 4834 |
| Inception Date | Oct 21, 1994 |
About MDWIX
BlackRock Strategic Global Bond Fund, Inc. is an open-ended mutual fund focused on global fixed income investments. Its primary objective is to generate high current income through a diversified portfolio of bonds and related securities denominated in multiple currencies. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in bonds and related derivative instruments, encompassing government and corporate bonds, as well as sovereign debt across both developed and emerging markets. By targeting a broad universe of global fixed income assets, the fund seeks to capture income opportunities while aiming for risk diversification across countries, sectors, and currencies. The fund benefits from the expertise of BlackRock’s global fixed income team and employs a flexible investment approach, considering factors such as yield, maturity, credit quality, and currency exposure. This strategy allows the fund to adjust allocations in response to changing market environments. With thousands of holdings and monthly income distributions, the fund plays a significant role in the market for investors seeking global income exposure and diversification benefits beyond domestic bond markets. Established in 1988, the fund has a longstanding track record in navigating the complexities of international fixed income investing.
Performance
MDWIX had a total return of 2.18% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.56%.
Top 10 Holdings
43.95% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD Purchased | n/a | 6.27% |
| USD/JPY Purchased | n/a | 6.26% |
| EUR/USD Purchased | n/a | 4.95% |
| EUR/USD Purchased | n/a | 4.85% |
| 1Y Rtr 3.600000 01-May-2026 1 | n/a | 4.39% |
| CNH/USD Purchased | n/a | 4.08% |
| CAD/USD Purchased | n/a | 3.41% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | FNCL.3.5 6.11 | 3.40% |
| 1Y Rtr 3.500000 22-Apr-2026 1 | n/a | 3.29% |
| 1Y Rtp 4.100000 01-May-2026 1 | n/a | 3.07% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.01956 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.01916 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.01945 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.01692 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.01728 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.01593 | Feb 28, 2025 |