PIMCO Emerging Markets Bond Fund (PEBCX)
| Fund Assets | 2.23B |
| Expense Ratio | 2.42% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 55.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.53 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.87% |
| Dividend Growth | 17.93% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 8.97 |
| YTD Return | 7.24% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.92% |
| 5-Year Return | 4.07% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.16 |
| 52-Week High | 8.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1277 |
| Inception Date | Jul 31, 1997 |
About PEBCX
PIMCO Emerging Markets Bond Fund Class C is an open-end mutual fund specializing in fixed income securities tied to global emerging markets. The fund’s primary objective is to achieve maximum total return while maintaining capital preservation and exercising prudent investment management. It invests at least 80% of its assets in a diverse range of fixed income instruments—such as sovereign and corporate bonds—that are economically linked to countries with developing economies. The fund may also utilize derivatives like options and futures for exposure and risk management. With over a thousand holdings, it provides broad diversification across regions and issuers, and its sector allocation includes various government and corporate debt segments within emerging markets. Managed by PIMCO, a leading fixed income investment manager, the fund appeals to those seeking exposure to the growth potential and income opportunities characteristic of emerging market debt securities. It distributes dividends on a monthly basis, reflecting its income-focused approach, and maintains a moderate risk profile relative to other funds in its category. The fund’s strategy positions it as a vehicle for accessing global growth outside of developed markets while aiming to balance risk and return through diversification and professional management.
Performance
PEBCX had a total return of 6.92% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.29%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEMBX | Vanguard | Vanguard Emerging Markets Bond Investor | 0.55% |
Top 10 Holdings
18.98% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| PIMCO FUNDS - PIMCO PRV SHORT TERM FLT III MUTUAL FUND | n/a | 10.08% |
| ARGENTINA GOVT - REPUBLIC OF ARGENTINA SR UNSECURED 07/41 VAR | ARGENT.3.5 07.09.41 | 1.36% |
| TURKEY GOVT - REPUBLIC OF TURKIYE SR UNSECURED 05/47 5.75 | TURKEY.5.75 05.11.47 30Y | 1.21% |
| DEUTSCHE BANK REPO REPO | n/a | 1.11% |
| PETROLEOS MEXICANOS (PEMEX) - PETROLEOS MEXICANOS COMPANY GUAR 02/32 6.7 | PEMEX.6.7 02.16.32 | 1.09% |
| MEXICO GOVT - UNITED MEXICAN STATES SR UNSECURED 05/37 6.875 | MEX.6.875 05.13.37 | 0.87% |
| SAUDI ARABIA GOVT - SAUDI INTERNATIONAL BOND SR UNSECURED REGS 10/46 4.5 | n/a | 0.86% |
| EGYPTIAN GOVT - ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT SR UNSECURED REGS 04/26 4.75 | n/a | 0.84% |
| BRAZIL GOVT - LETRA TESOURO NACIONAL BILLS 10/25 0.00000 | n/a | 0.79% |
| DEUTSCHE BANK REPO REPO | n/a | 0.76% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.03922 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.04257 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.03753 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.04143 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.04636 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.04526 | Mar 31, 2025 |