Putnam Core Bond Fund Class R6 (PTREX)
| Fund Assets | 1.54B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.39% |
| Min. Investment | $500 |
| Turnover | 372.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.36 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.35% |
| Dividend Growth | -5.37% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.23 |
| YTD Return | -0.25% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.94% |
| 5-Year Return | 4.18% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.06 |
| 52-Week High | 8.42 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 913 |
| Inception Date | Jul 2, 2012 |
About PTREX
Putnam Core Bond Fund Class R6 is an open-end mutual fund focused on providing broad exposure to the U.S. investment-grade bond market. The fund's primary objective is to deliver high current income with a disciplined approach to risk management. It invests principally in a diversified portfolio of investment-grade fixed-income securities, including government, corporate, and mortgage-backed bonds. This structure positions the fund as a core fixed-income holding for investors seeking stability and income generation within their broader asset allocation. The fund employs active management to navigate changing interest rate environments and credit conditions, aiming to optimize yield and total return while carefully monitoring risk. By allocating across sectors such as government, agencies, and high-quality corporates, the fund seeks to balance income potential with conservative credit risk. Putnam Core Bond Fund Class R6 is often selected by institutional investors and retirement plans due to its focus on consistent returns, competitive yields, and risk-adjusted performance within the intermediate-term bond category.
Performance
PTREX had a total return of 3.94% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.13%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.0279 | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | $0.0292 | Feb 24, 2026 |
| Jan 27, 2026 | $0.0299 | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.0318 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $0.0286 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $0.0281 | Oct 28, 2025 |