Nomura High Income Fund Class A (WHIAX)
| Fund Assets | 1.91B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.97% |
| Min. Investment | $750 |
| Turnover | 56.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.24% |
| Dividend Growth | -6.59% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 5.76 |
| YTD Return | -2.49% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.93% |
| 5-Year Return | 8.08% |
| 52-Week Low | 5.64 |
| 52-Week High | 6.02 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 277 |
| Inception Date | Jul 3, 2000 |
About WHIAX
Macquarie High Income Fund Class A is a mutual fund designed primarily to generate a high level of current income, with secondary emphasis on capital appreciation when consistent with its main goal. Classified within the high yield bond category, the fund invests predominantly in high-yield, high-risk fixed income securities issued by U.S. entities. It can allocate up to 20% of its assets to common stocks, providing an additional avenue for capital growth. Managed by a team with deep expertise in credit markets, the fund follows a research-driven, actively managed strategy to select holdings that balance income and risk. As of its recent reporting, the fund holds a diversified portfolio spanning over 280 securities, with the ten largest holdings comprising about 13.5% of its assets. Key features include a monthly dividend payout, a trailing twelve-month yield of around 6.5-7%, and an expense ratio near 0.97%. Macquarie High Income Fund Class A plays a notable role for investors seeking higher income potential in exchange for increased volatility, typically incorporating non-investment grade bonds and maintaining a relatively low interest rate sensitivity through its portfolio composition.
Performance
WHIAX had a total return of 4.93% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.17%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.030 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.0331 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0334 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0321 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.030 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.030 | Oct 1, 2025 |