Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund (STGZX)
| Fund Assets | 122.93M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.36% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 177.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.40 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.24% |
| Dividend Growth | -0.24% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.46 |
| YTD Return | 6.38% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.39% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.71% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.76 |
| 52-Week High | 9.49 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 161 |
| Inception Date | Aug 3, 2015 |
About STGZX
Virtus Seix Core Bond Fund Class R6 is an open-end mutual fund specializing in investment-grade fixed income securities. Its central objective is to maximize long-term total return, balancing current income and capital appreciation while emphasizing the preservation of capital. The fund employs a diversified portfolio structure, investing across U.S. Treasuries, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and government agency debentures. Strategically positioned in the intermediate core bond category, the fund aims to deliver core fixed income exposure suitable as an anchor within diversified portfolios. Emphasis is placed on prudent risk management, blending bottom-up security selection with top-down macroeconomic analysis to identify value and mitigate short-term risks. Sector allocations are typically weighted toward U.S. Treasury and agency securities, followed by significant representation in residential mortgage-backed securities and investment-grade corporates. With a monthly dividend distribution and a below-average expense ratio relative to peers, the fund caters to investors seeking consistent income, quality, and diversification across the U.S. fixed income market. This approach supports its role as a core holding for market participants focused on income generation and stability amid evolving interest rate environments.
Performance
STGZX had a total return of 4.39% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.04%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
53.02% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 07.15.28 | 14.28% |
| US Treasury Note 3.625% | T.3.625 09.30.30 | 8.66% |
| State Street U.S. Government Money Market Portfolio | SAMXX | 6.24% |
| UNITED STATES TREASURY INFLATION INDEXED BONDS | TII.1.125 10.15.30 | 5.68% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.875% | T.1.875 02.15.51 | 5.67% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 5% | FR.SD8246 | 2.85% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 08.15.35 | 2.78% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 4.5% | FR.SD7310 | 2.75% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.75% | T.4.75 05.15.55 | 2.08% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 4% | FR.SD1218 | 2.02% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02909 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03607 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.03175 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.03577 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.03424 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.03167 | Jun 30, 2025 |