- Issuer
- Neuberger Berman
- Inception Date
- Dec 20, 2007
- Category
- Multisector Bonds
- Index Tracked
- No Index (Active)
- Distribution Policy
- Distributing
- Asset Class
- Bond
- Asset Class Size
- Multi-Cap
- Asset Class Style
- Blend
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Performance
NSTAX Performance Chart
Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A (NSTAX) is up 0.4% since the beginning of the year. NSTAX is currently trading at $10 per share. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of NSTAX shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,115.
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Returns By Period
Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A (NSTAX) has returned 0.41% so far this year and 5.69% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, NSTAX has returned 3.56% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.
Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A
- 1D
- 0.10%
- 1M
- 0.82%
- YTD
- 0.41%
- 6M
- 1.03%
- 1Y
- 5.69%
- 3Y*
- 6.66%
- 5Y*
- 2.20%
- 10Y*
- 3.56%
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%
NSTAX Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 27, 2007, NSTAX's average daily return is +0.02%, while the average monthly return is +0.36%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 16.1 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Dec 2008 with a return of +6.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -10.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.
On a daily basis, NSTAX closed higher 43% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 26, 2020 with a return of +3.6%, while the worst single day was Dec 31, 2007 at -5.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.47% | 1.09% | -2.19% | 0.94% | 0.42% | -0.30% | 0.41% | ||||||
| 2025 | 0.81% | 1.72% | -0.17% | 0.15% | 0.64% | 1.83% | -0.07% | 1.52% | 1.01% | 0.52% | 0.52% | 0.23% | 9.04% |
| 2024 | 0.70% | -1.12% | 1.13% | -1.92% | 1.79% | 0.83% | 2.26% | 1.63% | 1.20% | -1.38% | 1.11% | -0.63% | 5.64% |
| 2023 | 4.45% | -2.16% | 1.50% | 0.10% | -0.80% | 0.65% | 0.83% | -0.40% | -1.88% | -2.14% | 5.28% | 3.24% | 8.64% |
| 2022 | -1.73% | -1.81% | -0.71% | -3.44% | 0.06% | -5.53% | 3.66% | -1.83% | -5.26% | 0.95% | 3.85% | -0.51% | -12.06% |
| 2021 | 0.08% | -0.07% | 0.00% | 1.07% | 0.35% | 0.86% | 0.08% | 0.29% | -0.10% | 0.11% | -1.06% | 0.91% | 2.55% |
Benchmark Metrics
Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A has an annualized alpha of 3.84%, beta of 0.05, and R2 of 0.05 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 27, 2007.
- This fund participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (25.57%) than losses (24.34%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- Beta of 0.05 may look defensive, but with R2 of 0.05 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 0.05 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
- 3.84%
- Beta
- 0.05
- R²
- 0.05
- Upside Capture
- 25.57%
- Downside Capture
- 24.34%
Expense Ratio
NSTAX has a high expense ratio of 0.98%, indicating above-average management fees.
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
NSTAX ranks 34 for risk / return — below 34% of mutual funds on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A (NSTAX) 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.
| NSTAX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -0.41 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -0.29 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.31 | 1.37 | -0.06 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.77 | 2.78 | -1.01 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 6.12 | 12.44 | -6.32 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A provided a 5.18% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.52 per share. The fund has been increasing its distributions for 3 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.52 | $0.52 | $0.49 | $0.41 | $0.34 | $0.66 | $0.40 | $0.40 | $0.41 | $0.36 | $0.34 | $0.38 |
Dividend yield | 5.18% | 5.10% | 4.95% | 4.14% | 3.60% | 5.90% | 3.44% | 3.62% | 3.94% | 3.23% | 3.14% | 3.64% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A. 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 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.21 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.52 |
| 2024 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.49 |
| 2023 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.41 |
| 2022 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.34 |
| 2021 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.26 | $0.66 |
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 Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A. 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 Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A was 19.01%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 82 trading sessions.
The current Neuberger Berman Strategic Income Fund Class A drawdown is 1.15%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -19.01%Mar 2020 | 28d | 3mo 29d | 4mo 27dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -16.86%Oct 2022 | 11mo 14d | 1y 10mo | 2y 9moNov 2021 - Aug 2024 |
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -12.95%Oct 2008 | 10mo 2d | 6mo 24d | 1y 4moDec 2007 - May 2009 |
2016 pullback2016 | -6.69%Feb 2016 | 10mo 4d | 3mo 28d | 1y 1moApr 2015 - Jun 2016 |
2013 pullback2013 | -5.30%Aug 2013 | 3mo 20d | 6mo 16d | 10mo 6dMay 2013 - Mar 2014 |
Drawdown Indicators
| NSTAX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -19.01% | -56.78% | +37.77% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -3.29% | -9.10% | +5.81% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -4.91% | -18.90% | +13.99% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -16.86% | -25.43% | +8.57% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -19.01% | -33.92% | +14.91% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.15% | -1.80% | +0.65% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.45% | -10.71% | +8.26% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.95% | 2.03% | -1.08% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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