Western Asset Intermediate Bond Fund Class IS (WABSX)
| Fund Assets | 166.76M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.45% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 62.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.39 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.90% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.75% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.89 |
| YTD Return | 0.58% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.15% |
| 5-Year Return | 4.88% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.64 |
| 52-Week High | 9.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.19 |
| Holdings | 469 |
| 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 6.15% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.19%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03229 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03509 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0363 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02845 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03427 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02969 | Sep 30, 2025 |