Putnam Mortgage Securities Fund Class R (PGVRX)
| Fund Assets | 388.06M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.20% |
| Min. Investment | $500 |
| Turnover | 1,013.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.41 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.15% |
| Dividend Growth | -64.92% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 7.86 |
| YTD Return | 1.78% |
| 1-Year Return | 8.59% |
| 5-Year Return | -0.37% |
| 52-Week Low | 7.13 |
| 52-Week High | 7.89 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 451 |
| Inception Date | Jan 21, 2003 |
About PGVRX
Putnam Mortgage Securities Fund Class R is a mutual fund focused on providing investors with a high level of current income while emphasizing the preservation of capital. Its primary function is to invest predominantly in a portfolio of mortgage-backed securities, many of which are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. The fund's holdings include a mix of agency pass-through securities, agency collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs), and both commercial and residential mortgage-backed securities, with a noteworthy allocation to securities issued by major government-sponsored entities like the Federal National Mortgage Association and the Government National Mortgage Association. This fund is classified within the Intermediate Core-Plus Bond category and thus plays a significant role in diversified fixed income portfolios, especially for those seeking exposure to the U.S. mortgage market. With a monthly dividend payout, it is particularly attractive to investors emphasizing income generation. The fund manages risk by investing across various credit qualities and maturities, yet it predominantly maintains a high credit standard due to its focus on agency-backed securities. Through its active management and careful risk monitoring, Putnam Mortgage Securities Fund Class R seeks to deliver competitive income while offering potential diversification benefits within the broader bond market.
Performance
PGVRX had a total return of 8.59% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.29%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMGAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class A | 0.80% |
| FMSCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class I | 0.57% |
| FIKUX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class Z | 0.36% |
| FMSAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Mortgage Securities Fund - Class M | 0.80% |
| FMSFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Mortgage Securities Fund | 0.44% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 2026 | $0.0377 | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.0595 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $0.0327 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $0.0366 | Oct 28, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.0315 | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | $0.0292 | Aug 26, 2025 |