Western Asset Inflation Idxd Plus Bd IS (WAFSX)
| Fund Assets | 42.28M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.69% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 7.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.11% |
| Dividend Growth | -8.85% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.81 |
| YTD Return | 5.74% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.28% |
| 5-Year Return | 3.55% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.31 |
| 52-Week High | 9.83 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 61 |
| Inception Date | Dec 18, 2008 |
About WAFSX
Western Asset Inflation Indexed Plus Bond Fund Class IS is an institutional mutual fund specializing in inflation-protected fixed income securities. Its core objective is to maximize total return while preserving capital, primarily by investing at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds, with a strong emphasis on U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS). This strategy positions the fund as a key option for institutional investors seeking exposure to assets that help mitigate the impact of inflation on portfolio returns. The fund is actively managed by a team of specialists and maintains a portfolio with a significant concentration—over two-thirds—in its top ten holdings, mainly comprising U.S. Treasury securities. The portfolio is characterized by a high level of credit quality and interest rate sensitivity, evidenced by its effective duration of over 8 years. With total assets exceeding $50 million and a competitive expense ratio for its category, the fund fits within the inflation-protected bond segment and serves investors looking for inflation hedges within a diversified portfolio. It is structured for institutions, requiring a high initial minimum investment, and is evaluated regularly against benchmarks like the Bloomberg Intermediate Treasury index.
Performance
WAFSX had a total return of 2.28% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.12%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIPIX | Vanguard | Vanguard Inflation-Protected Secs I | 0.07% |
Top 10 Holdings
75.65% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Bonds 3.875% | TII.3.875 04.15.29 | 12.90% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.75% | TII.1.75 01.15.34 | 12.01% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.875% | TII.0.875 01.15.29 | 9.41% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.125% | TII.2.125 01.15.35 | 6.74% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.125% | TII.1.125 01.15.33 | 6.73% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 0.25% | TII.0.25 02.15.50 | 6.05% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.625% | TII.1.625 10.15.29 | 5.76% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2.5% | TII.2.5 01.15.29 | 5.65% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 0.75% | TII.0.75 02.15.45 | 5.26% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.125% | TII.0.125 01.15.30 | 5.14% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.11868 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.07615 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.07167 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.03892 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.16777 | Jun 28, 2024 |
| Mar 28, 2024 | $0.05091 | Mar 28, 2024 |