Western Asset Intermediate Bond IS (WABSX)
| Fund Assets | 197.15M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.45% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 62.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.80% |
| Dividend Growth | 5.56% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.83 |
| YTD Return | 3.58% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.77% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.07% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.54 |
| 52-Week High | 9.92 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.17 |
| Holdings | 514 |
| Inception Date | Oct 3, 2008 |
About WABSX
Western Asset Intermediate Bond Fund Class IS is a mutual fund focused on providing investors with exposure to intermediate-term fixed income securities. Its primary objective is to maximize total return while maintaining prudent management of risk and liquidity needs. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in debt and fixed income instruments, targeting an average duration between two to five years, which helps balance interest rate risk and yield potential. It manages a diversified portfolio that includes a broad mix of U.S. Treasury bonds, agency securities, and corporate debt, spanning various sectors and issuers. The fund maintains a low-risk profile and offers a monthly dividend payout, with a consistent historical yield and a competitive expense ratio. Since its inception in 2008, Western Asset Intermediate Bond Fund Class IS has served as a core holding for investors seeking stability and income generation within their fixed income allocation, making it significant for those building diversified, risk-managed portfolios in the broader bond market.
Performance
WABSX had a total return of 2.77% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.76%.
Top 10 Holdings
45.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Legg Mason Partners Inst Trust - Western Asset Premier Institutional Government Reserves Fund | WACXX | 10.10% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 06.30.32 | 7.57% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 04.30.32 | 7.07% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.125% | T.4.125 03.31.32 | 7.04% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.125% | T.4.125 02.29.32 | 7.02% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.625% | T.1.625 11.15.50 | 2.27% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.875% | T.1.875 11.15.51 | 1.22% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2.375% | T.2.375 05.15.51 | 1.09% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.875% | T.1.875 02.15.51 | 1.04% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2% | T.2 08.15.51 | 0.96% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.03204 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02988 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.03352 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.03173 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.02981 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.02933 | Feb 28, 2025 |