The Best Intermediate Core Bond Mutual Funds
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Intermediate Core Bond mutual funds.
- Number of Funds
- 107
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.48%
- Avg. Yield
- 4.32%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 4.46%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 19 / 100
The Best Intermediate Core Bond Mutual Funds
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Best Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds by Risk/Return Score
The top Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are LSSAX (61) and PCGTX (50).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loomis Sayles Securitized Asset Fund | 61 | — | Mar 2006 | |
| PACE Mortgage-Backed Securities Fixed Income Inves... | 50 | — | Aug 1995 | |
| Hartford Schroders Tax-Aware Bond Fund | 49 | — | Oct 2011 | |
| Manning & Napier Credit Series | 39 | — | Apr 2020 | |
| Federated Hermes Mortgage Strategy Portfolio | 38 | — | Dec 2007 |
Best-Performing Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds Over 5 Years
The top Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds is MCBDX (6.67%).
Across the lineup, Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds show an average 1-year return of 4.46% and an average 5-year return of -0.06%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MassMutual Core Bond Fund | 6.67% | — | Sep 1994 | |
| Manning & Napier Credit Series | 1.57% | — | Apr 2020 | |
| Loomis Sayles Securitized Asset Fund | 1.38% | — | Mar 2006 | |
| DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio | 1.34% | — | Aug 2016 | |
| Baird Intermediate Bond Fund Class Institutional | 1.18% | — | Sep 2000 |
Lowest-Cost Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds
The top Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds is FMBPX (0.02%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.48%, Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federated Hermes Mortgage Strategy Portfolio | 0.02% | — | Dec 2007 | |
| State Street Aggregate Bond Index Portfolio | 0.02% | — | Sep 2014 | |
| Fisher Investments Institutional Group Fixed Incom... | 0.03% | — | Dec 2019 | |
| Fisher Investments Institutional Group ESG Fixed I... | 0.04% | — | Dec 2019 | |
| iShares U.S. Aggregate Bond Index Fund | 0.05% | — | Jul 1993 |
Highest-Yield Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds
The top Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds is CCIF (36.64%).
Across the lineup, Intermediate Core Bond Mutual funds show an average dividend yield of 4.32%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle Credit Income Fund | 36.64% | — | Dec 2011 | |
| T. Rowe Price New Income Fund | 5.96% | — | Aug 1973 | |
| PACE Intermediate Fixed Income Investments | 5.49% | — | Aug 1995 | |
| Russell Investments Investment Grade Bond Fund | 5.43% | — | Mar 2000 | |
| Federated Hermes Mortgage Strategy Portfolio | 5.03% | — | Dec 2007 |
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