WesMark Government Bond Fund (WMBDX)
| Fund Assets | 175.18M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.08% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 17.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.28 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.53% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.48% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 7.91 |
| YTD Return | -0.18% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.27% |
| 5-Year Return | -10.41% |
| 52-Week Low | 7.71 |
| 52-Week High | 8.10 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.26 |
| Holdings | 102 |
| Inception Date | Apr 20, 1998 |
About WMBDX
WesMark Government Bond Fund is a mutual fund that seeks to generate high current income while maintaining the preservation of capital. It primarily invests in U.S. government securities, including U.S. Treasury obligations and debt issued by government-sponsored entities such as Ginnie Mae and Fannie Mae. The fund may also hold investment-grade corporate bonds and certain taxable municipal securities, such as Build America Bonds, adding diversification within the fixed-income sector. Classified within the intermediate core bond category, WesMark Government Bond Fund typically maintains a moderate interest rate risk profile and appeals to investors seeking stable, income-oriented exposure to U.S. government debt instruments. Managed by an experienced team, the fund distributes income monthly and may suit those prioritizing steady cash flow. However, it has a relatively high expense ratio compared to peers and its long-term risk-adjusted performance has been assessed as modest. Since its launch in 1998, the fund has aimed to offer a reliable option for fixed-income investors by focusing on the safety and credit quality that U.S. government-backed securities provide.
Performance
WMBDX had a total return of 3.27% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.22%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.02382 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02299 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02338 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02285 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02361 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.0236 | Nov 3, 2025 |