TCW Total Return Bond is a niche mortgage-focused option. The management team saw slight adjustments over the last year but remains strong, and it executes a thorough if constrained process compared with other core-plus bond strategies. It earns a Morningstar Analyst Rating of Bronze across all share classes.
TCW Total Return Bond I TGLMX
NAV / 1-Day Return
10.11
/
0.00
Total Assets
7.0 Bil
Adj. Expense Ratio
Adjusted Expense Ratio excludes certain variable investment-related expenses, such as interest from borrowings and dividends on borrowed securities, allowing for more consistent cost comparisons across funds.
0.490%
Expense Ratio
0.490%
Fee Level
Average
Longest Manager Tenure
11.44
years
Category
Intermediate Core-Plus Bond
Credit Quality / Interest Rate Sensitivity
Low / ModerateMin. Initial Investment
2,000
Status
Open
TTM Yield
2.32%
Effective Duration
6.49
years
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Morningstar’s Analysis
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A strong mortgage-focused offering.
