TCW Core Fixed Income Fund Class Institutional (TGCFX)
| Fund Assets | 475.61M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.49% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000 |
| Turnover | 453.67% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.45 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.62% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.17% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.84 |
| YTD Return | 7.58% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.49% |
| 5-Year Return | -1.84% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.93 |
| 52-Week High | 9.73 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.29 |
| Holdings | 367 |
| Inception Date | Feb 26, 1993 |
About TGCFX
The TCW Core Fixed Income Fund I is an actively managed mutual fund classified within the intermediate core bond category. Its primary objective is to maximize current income and generate an above-average total return over a full market cycle, balancing this goal with prudent risk management. The fund typically invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. government, agency, corporate, and mortgage-backed securities, as well as U.S. dollar-denominated foreign bonds. With assets under management typically ranging between $600 million and $1 billion, the fund is moderately sized compared to peers in its category. Its portfolio often features a significant allocation to U.S. Treasury securities and agency-backed mortgage instruments, lending it a relatively high credit quality and moderate interest rate sensitivity. The fund’s effective duration and average maturity are positioned to track broad U.S. bond markets while seeking enhanced returns through active sector rotation and security selection. The TCW Core Fixed Income Fund I distributes dividends monthly, complemented by annual capital gains distributions, providing regular income to shareholders. It maintains a competitive expense ratio and has historically achieved yields that exceed the average for similar bond funds, making it a notable option for investors focused on stable fixed income within diversified portfolios.
Performance
TGCFX had a total return of 4.49% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.69%.
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% |
Top 10 Holdings
35.73% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Tcw Fds | TGCXX | 10.04% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.03625% | T.3.625 12.31.30 | 9.14% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 0.04625% | T.4.625 11.15.45 | 3.41% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.03875% | T.3.875 12.31.32 | 3.32% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.04% | T.4 11.15.35 | 2.85% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 0.04625% | T.4.625 11.15.55 | 1.97% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.03375% | T.3.375 12.31.27 | 1.58% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 0.02% | FN.CB3289 | 1.32% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 0.045% | FN.FS4233 | 1.05% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 0.025% | FN.CB2313 | 1.04% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.035 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | $0.035 | Dec 29, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.035 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.035 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.035 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.0375 | Aug 29, 2025 |