Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund Class I (SIGVX)
| Fund Assets | 409.60M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% |
| Min. Investment | $100,000 |
| Turnover | 37.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.45 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.54% |
| Dividend Growth | -12.17% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.92 |
| YTD Return | 0.60% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.45% |
| 5-Year Return | 15.41% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.88 |
| 52-Week High | 9.96 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.02 |
| Holdings | 163 |
| Inception Date | Apr 11, 2002 |
About SIGVX
Virtus Seix U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund Class I is a mutual fund focused on generating current income with an emphasis on capital preservation. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in short-duration U.S. government securities, including U.S. Treasury securities, agency mortgage-backed securities, and agency debentures. It maintains a low average effective duration—typically between three months and one year—making it less sensitive to interest rate fluctuations compared to longer-duration bond funds. The portfolio is managed with a bottom-up, fundamental research-driven approach, prioritizing high-quality government-related assets and liquidity. The fund is designed for investors seeking stable income and minimal volatility, with a focus on U.S. government-backed securities. Its sector allocation is heavily weighted toward agency mortgage-backed securities, with smaller allocations to U.S. Treasuries and government-related instruments. The fund is suitable for conservative investors looking for a short-term fixed income solution within the broader context of a diversified portfolio.
Performance
SIGVX had a total return of 4.45% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.03%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCNVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Conservative Income Bond Fund | 0.25% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03401 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03399 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03518 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0378 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.03442 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03998 | Oct 31, 2025 |