Neuberger Berman Core Bond Fund C Class (NCRCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.13B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.53% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 151.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.32 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.55% |
| Dividend Growth | 1.47% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.90 |
| YTD Return | 0.17% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.65% |
| 5-Year Return | -5.58% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.37 |
| 52-Week High | 8.92 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 883 |
| Inception Date | Dec 20, 2007 |
About NCRCX
The Neuberger Berman Core Bond Fund Class C is an actively managed mutual fund focusing primarily on high-quality, investment-grade fixed income securities. Its primary objective is to maximize total return through a balanced approach that combines income generation with capital appreciation. The fund predominantly invests in U.S. government, corporate, and securitized debt instruments, aiming to maintain an average portfolio duration close to that of the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, reflecting moderate sensitivity to changing interest rates. This fund is notable for its rigorous security selection and diversified holdings, typically including 50–80 corporate issuers alongside government and mortgage-backed securities, though the portfolio may contain hundreds of individual holdings. By actively allocating across sectors and adjusting exposure to relative value opportunities, the fund seeks to outperform its benchmark while carefully managing risk. The fund pays monthly dividends and is designed for investors seeking regular income and broad exposure to the U.S. bond market. With a history dating back to 2007, the Neuberger Berman Core Bond Fund Class C plays a significant role for those aiming for stability, liquidity, and income within their fixed income allocation.
Performance
NCRCX had a total return of 5.65% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.14%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Top 10 Holdings
16.19% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Us 5yr Note (Cbt) Mar26 Xcbt 20260331 | n/a | 3.83% |
| 10 Year Treasury Note Future Mar 26 | n/a | 3.01% |
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Mar 26 | n/a | 1.96% |
| Ssc Government Mm Gvmxx | n/a | 1.30% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 11.15.35 | 1.20% |
| Us Long Bond(Cbt) Mar26 Xcbt 20260320 | n/a | 1.19% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 10.31.27 | 0.95% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 3.375% | T.3.375 11.15.48 | 0.93% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.625% | T.3.625 03.31.28 | 0.91% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 08.15.35 | 0.91% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02524 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03248 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02589 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02533 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02593 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02628 | Aug 29, 2025 |