Virtus Newfleet Multi-Sector Short Term Bond Fund Class A (NARAX)
| Fund Assets | 4.62B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.90% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 56.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.53% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.41% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 4.570 |
| YTD Return | 1.92% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.72% |
| 5-Year Return | 10.39% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.480 |
| 52-Week High | 4.570 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 891 |
| Inception Date | Jul 6, 1992 |
About NARAX
Virtus Newfleet Multi-Sector Short Term Bond Fund Class A is an open‑end mutual fund focused on generating current income through a diversified, short‑duration fixed income portfolio. Managed by Newfleet Asset Management, the strategy applies bottom‑up credit research and active sector rotation across multiple bond segments to balance yield opportunities with risk control. The portfolio typically emphasizes investment‑grade and securitized credit alongside U.S. Treasuries, maintaining a limited interest‑rate sensitivity profile consistent with short‑term bond mandates. Notable holdings often include U.S. Treasury notes and mortgage‑related securities, reflecting its multi‑sector construction and liquidity considerations. The fund targets a dollar‑weighted average maturity around the short‑term range, with an effective duration reported near two years for the share class family, aligning it with the Short‑Term Bond category. It distributes income regularly and has a long operating history dating back to the early 1990s, supporting its role as a core short‑duration allocation for investors seeking diversified fixed income exposure with moderated rate risk. Morningstar classifies the fund within the Short‑Term Bond category and notes its neutral, process‑driven profile.
Performance
NARAX had a total return of 3.72% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.73%.
Top 10 Holdings
11.53% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Notes 1.625% | T.1.625 02.15.26 | 2.21% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 05.31.27 | 1.64% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.625% | T.4.625 06.30.26 | 1.63% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 08.15.26 | 1.33% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.75% | T.2.75 05.31.29 | 1.13% |
| Us Dollar | n/a | 1.05% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 6% | FN.MA5139 | 0.83% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 6% | FR.SB8269 | 0.66% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 5.5% | FN.MA5072 | 0.56% |
| Virtus Newfleet ABS/MBS ETF | VABS | 0.49% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.01674 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.01679 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.01792 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.01746 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.0163 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.01785 | Feb 28, 2025 |