TCW MetWest Low Duration Bond Fund Class I (MWLIX)
| Fund Assets | 920.82M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.43% |
| Min. Investment | $3,000,000 |
| Turnover | 454.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.36 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.31% |
| Dividend Growth | -10.04% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.42 |
| YTD Return | -0.06% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.86% |
| 5-Year Return | 9.20% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.35 |
| 52-Week High | 8.50 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 475 |
| Inception Date | Mar 31, 2000 |
About MWLIX
TCW MetWest Low Duration Bond Fund Class I is a short-term bond mutual fund designed to maximize current income while preserving capital. The fund invests at least 70% of its net assets in highly rated fixed income securities, including government bonds, mortgage-backed securities, and corporate bonds. With an effective duration of approximately 2.65 years, the fund maintains limited interest rate sensitivity, making it suitable for investors seeking steady income with reduced duration risk. The fund's portfolio comprises a diversified mix of U.S. Treasury notes, Federal National Mortgage Association securities, and other investment-grade fixed income instruments. As an institutional share class, TCW MetWest Low Duration Bond Fund Class I requires a substantial minimum initial investment and distributes dividends monthly, providing regular income to investors. The fund serves as a core fixed income holding for portfolios prioritizing income generation and capital stability in varying interest rate environments.
Performance
MWLIX had a total return of 3.86% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.67%.
Top 10 Holdings
44.69% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| TCW Central Cash Cash Management | TGCXX | 21.57% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.03375% | T.3.375 02.29.28 | 14.45% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 0.05% | FNCL.5 3.12 | 1.30% |
| Government National Mortgage Association 0.045% | G2SF.4.5 3.12 | 1.17% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. 0.03782% | JPM.V3.782 02.01.28 | 1.15% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.035% | T.3.5 02.15.29 | 1.06% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 0.045% | FN.MA4805 | 1.03% |
| Wells Fargo & Co. 0.05574% | WFC.V5.574 07.25.29 MTN | 1.02% |
| Government National Mortgage Association 0.04812% | GNR.2024-143 FB | 0.98% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 0.05% | FNCI.5 3.12 | 0.95% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.02321 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02139 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02402 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.04494 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02641 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03152 | Oct 31, 2025 |