Nationwide Destination 2045 Fund Institutional Service Class (NWNSX)
| Fund Assets | 159.36M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.71% |
| Min. Investment | $50,000 |
| Turnover | 46.67% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.99 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.98% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.92 |
| YTD Return | -1.06% |
| 1-Year Return | 17.48% |
| 5-Year Return | 38.77% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.39 |
| 52-Week High | 10.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 15 |
| Inception Date | Aug 29, 2007 |
About NWNSX
The Nationwide Destination 2045 Institutional Service Fund is a target-date mutual fund designed for individuals planning to retire around the year 2045. As a target-date fund, its core purpose is to provide a diversified investment solution that automatically adjusts its asset allocation over time—gradually shifting from a heavier emphasis on equities to a more conservative blend as the retirement date nears. This fund invests in a professionally selected mix of underlying funds, giving investors exposure to U.S. and international equities, fixed income, and other asset classes. Key holdings include large blend equity strategies, international equity, mid- and small-cap equities, and bond portfolios, all structured to manage risk and return over a long investment horizon. The fund is intended for institutional investors and features a competitive expense ratio. It plays a significant role in retirement planning by simplifying the investment process and helping participants maintain an age-appropriate risk profile as they approach retirement. With assets exceeding $170 million, the fund exemplifies the growing importance of target-date solutions in employer-sponsored retirement plans and long-term investment strategies.
Performance
NWNSX had a total return of 17.48% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.42%.
Top 10 Holdings
98.02% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Nationwide Fundamental All Cap Equity R6 | NWFACR6 | 26.24% |
| Nationwide International Index Fund Class R6 | GIXIX | 12.04% |
| Nationwide Bond Portfolio R6 | NWBDPR6 | 11.39% |
| Nationwide U.S. 130/30 Equity R6 | NW130R6 | 10.95% |
| Nationwide Large Cap Equity Portfolio | NWLACEQ | 10.93% |
| Nationwide International Equity Port R6 | NWINTEQ | 10.01% |
| iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF | IEMG | 8.48% |
| iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | IVV | 3.13% |
| Nationwide Small Cap Index Fund Class R6 | GMRIX | 2.84% |
| JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF | JEPI | 2.01% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2026 | $0.0044 | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Dec 23, 2025 | $0.9387 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Sep 11, 2025 | $0.01919 | Sep 12, 2025 |
| Jun 12, 2025 | $0.02822 | Jun 13, 2025 |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $1.40984 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Sep 12, 2024 | $0.02023 | Sep 13, 2024 |