- ISIN
- US0030217220
- CUSIP
- 003021722
- Issuer
- Aberdeen
- Inception Date
- Oct 31, 1990
- Category
- Macro Trading
- Min. Investment
- $1,000,000
- Distribution Policy
- Distributing
- Asset Class
- Multi-Asset
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Performance
CGFIX Performance Chart
abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund (CGFIX) is up 1.9% since the beginning of the year. CGFIX is currently trading at $9 per share. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of CGFIX shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,022.
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Returns By Period
abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund (CGFIX) has returned 1.86% so far this year and 6.15% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, CGFIX has returned 1.86% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.
abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund
- 1D
- 0.12%
- 1M
- 1.43%
- YTD
- 1.86%
- 6M
- 1.93%
- 1Y
- 6.15%
- 3Y*
- 5.56%
- 5Y*
- 0.44%
- 10Y*
- 1.86%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
CGFIX Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 31, 1990, CGFIX's average daily return is +0.02%, while the average monthly return is +0.39%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 14.8 years.
Historically, 61% of months were positive and 39% were negative. The best month was Dec 1991 with a return of +9.6%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -5.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.
On a daily basis, CGFIX closed higher 45% of trading days. The best single day was Dec 22, 2021 with a return of +4.1%, while the worst single day was Sep 23, 2022 at -3.6%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.76% | 1.36% | -2.08% | 0.79% | 0.45% | 0.59% | 1.86% | ||||||
| 2025 | 1.00% | 0.70% | -1.27% | -0.05% | 0.32% | 1.72% | -0.04% | 1.03% | 1.46% | 0.44% | 0.54% | -0.16% | 5.79% |
| 2024 | 0.13% | -0.50% | 1.23% | -1.32% | 1.33% | 0.97% | 1.92% | 1.45% | 1.22% | -1.40% | 1.22% | -1.43% | 4.85% |
| 2023 | -1.54% | -2.12% | 0.57% | -0.11% | -1.25% | -2.07% | -0.12% | -0.35% | -2.18% | -1.51% | 4.45% | 3.94% | -2.54% |
| 2022 | -2.08% | -1.72% | -1.54% | -1.77% | -1.49% | 0.65% | -1.18% | -0.98% | -0.77% | -1.77% | -0.90% | 3.17% | -9.99% |
| 2021 | -1.21% | -0.19% | -0.09% | 0.00% | 0.19% | 0.19% | -1.22% | 0.76% | -1.70% | -0.38% | -0.87% | 6.13% | 1.39% |
Benchmark Metrics
abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund has an annualized alpha of 4.72%, beta of 0.00, and R2 of 0.00 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 31, 1990.
- This fund participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (17.07%) than losses (3.20%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- Beta of 0.00 may look defensive, but with R2 of 0.00 this fund is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index - low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this fund's risk.
- R2 of 0.00 means this fund moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.72%
- Beta
- 0.00
- R²
- 0.00
- Upside Capture
- 17.07%
- Downside Capture
- 3.20%
Expense Ratio
CGFIX has an expense ratio of 0.78%, placing it in the medium range.
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
CGFIX ranks 53 for risk / return — on par with similar mutual funds. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund (CGFIX) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| CGFIX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | +0.05 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | +0.21 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.40 | 1.37 | +0.04 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.31 | 2.78 | -0.47 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.18 | 12.44 | -4.26 |
Dividends
Dividend History
abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund provided a 6.12% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.52 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.52 | $0.47 | $0.55 | $0.18 | $0.00 | $0.76 | $0.03 | $0.33 | $0.59 | $0.03 | $0.11 | $0.03 |
Dividend yield | 6.12% | 5.51% | 6.43% | 2.08% | 0.00% | 7.49% | 0.23% | 3.29% | 6.05% | 0.33% | 1.12% | 0.35% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.19 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.47 |
| 2024 | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.06 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.55 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.18 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.76 | $0.76 |
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund was 20.28%, occurring on Oct 19, 2023. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
The current abrdn Global Absolute Return Strategies Fund drawdown is 1.18%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 bear market2023 | -20.28%Oct 2023 | 1y 9mo | — | 4y 5moDec 2021 - now |
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -13.70%Oct 2008 | 7mo 14d | 9mo 6d | 1y 4moMar 2008 - Jul 2009 |
2015 correction2015 | -11.89%Nov 2015 | 1y 4mo | 2y 2mo | 3y 7moJul 2014 - Jan 2018 |
1991 correction1991 | -10.67%Jun 1991 | 4mo 6d | 3mo | 7mo 6dFeb 1991 - Sep 1991 |
1995 pullback1995 | -7.98%Mar 1995 | 1y 1mo | 3mo 15d | 1y 4moFeb 1994 - Jun 1995 |
Drawdown Indicators
| CGFIX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -20.28% | -56.78% | +36.50% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -2.78% | -9.10% | +6.32% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -5.57% | -18.90% | +13.33% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -20.28% | -25.43% | +5.15% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -20.28% | -33.92% | +13.64% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.18% | -1.80% | +0.62% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -3.19% | -10.71% | +7.52% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.78% | 2.03% | -1.25% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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