Putnam Income Fund Class A (PINCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.03B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.74% |
| Min. Investment | $500 |
| Turnover | 900.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.44 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.38% |
| Dividend Growth | -49.45% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 5.06 |
| YTD Return | -0.55% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.20% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.95% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.96 |
| 52-Week High | 5.18 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.29 |
| Holdings | 1255 |
| Inception Date | Nov 1, 1954 |
About PINCX
Putnam Income Fund Class A is an actively managed mutual fund in the intermediate core-plus bond category. Its primary objective is to provide high current income while managing risk judiciously. The fund primarily invests in a broad array of bonds, focusing on securitized debt instruments such as mortgage-backed securities, along with obligations from governments and corporations worldwide. Holdings are typically denominated in U.S. dollars, though a smaller proportion may be in foreign currencies. The portfolio spans both investment-grade and below-investment-grade bonds and generally targets instruments with intermediate to long-term maturities, usually three years or more. The fund's strategy may include the use of derivatives such as futures, options, and swap contracts for both hedging and investment purposes. A significant share of assets is often allocated to U.S. Treasury and agency securities, as well as corporate and mortgage-backed bonds. With a monthly dividend payout and a relatively competitive yield, Putnam Income Fund Class A is designed to serve investors seeking income generation and moderate exposure to interest rate and credit risk within the fixed-income segment of their portfolios. Established in 1954, the fund has a longstanding presence in the bond market and aims for income consistency across varying market environments.
Performance
PINCX had a total return of 4.20% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.97%.
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% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.0183 | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | $0.0129 | Feb 24, 2026 |
| Jan 27, 2026 | $0.0194 | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.0282 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $0.0179 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $0.0187 | Oct 28, 2025 |